Which place is cheaper, Ouarzazate or Jodhpur?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Jodhpur or Ouarzazate?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Jodhpur and Ouarzazate can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Jodhpur or Ouarzazate?
Jodhpur
Jodhpur is a city in the Rajasthan state of India. This city is located on the outskirts of the Thar Desert and is known for having sunshine almost every day of the year. Rao Jodha, an ancient Rajput chief, founded the city in 1459 AD. Many of the houses in the city are shades of blue, hence the reason that the city is sometimes referred to as the Blue City.
Ouarzazate
Morocco can be quite an energetic country, but if you're looking for more of a quiet getaway, consider Ouarzazate. Small by Moroccan standards, this town is built up mostly around a main street – the Avenue Mohammad V. Ouarzazate. The name "Ouarzazate" comes from the Berber language meaning "without noise" or "without confusion." It was once a crossroad for a African traders traveling to northern cities in Morocco and Europe. Today, Ouarzazate is the largest town in the Moroccan Sahara, and its central location serves as a good home base touring the rest of Morocco.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in India, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Morocco, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJodhpur $39Ouarzazate $55
The average daily cost (per person) in Jodhpur is $39, while the average daily cost in Ouarzazate is $55. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Jodhpur and Ouarzazate in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJodhpur $13Ouarzazate $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJodhpur $26Ouarzazate $44
Compare Hotels in Jodhpur and Ouarzazate
Looking for a hotel in Jodhpur or Ouarzazate? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Jodhpur Hotel Prices and Ouarzazate Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jodhpur $5.74Ouarzazate $3.46
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jodhpur
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jodhpur are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jodhpur
Also for Jodhpur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Jodhpur : Transfer To Jaipur With Visit Pushkar: $64
- From Jodhpur :Private Transfer to Jaisalmer, Jaipur, Pushkar: $40
- Jaisalmer & Jodhpur One Way Transfer With Option: $40
- Jaisalmer: Private Transfer Servicer to Jodhpur: $42
- Jaisalmer: Stress-Free Private Transfer to Jodhpur: $48
- Jodhpur Airport Private Arrival Transfers: $8.17
- Jodhpur Hotel to Bikaner Hotel drop: Private Transfers: $65
- Jodhpur To Bikaner Via Deshnok Temple One Way Private Transfer: $51
- Jodhpur To Jaipur One Way Private Transfer: $60
- Jodhpur To Pushkar One Way Private Transfer: $34
- Jodhpur to Jaipur Private Transfer by AC Car – Door-to-Door: $76
- Jodhpur to Jaisalmer Private Transfer – Door-to-Door AC Car: $58
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ouarzazate
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Ouarzazate are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$2.04
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ouarzazate
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ouarzazate:
- Private transfer from Ouarzazate to Ait Ben Haddou (round Trip): $78
- Private Transfert Between Marrakech & Ouarzazate: $187
- Private Ouarzazate Airport Transfer: $30
- Ouarzazate to Marrakech Private Transfer: $115
- Ouarzazate Airport: Private Transfer: $46
Is it cheaper to fly into Jodhpur or Ouarzazate?
Prices for flights to both Ouarzazate and Jodhpur change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayJodhpur $20Ouarzazate $28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jodhpur
For Jodhpur, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- street food tour with over 8 food tastings: $21
- Jodhpur Temple Tour & Food Tour with Local Guide: $21
- Jodhpur : Jeep Safari, Camel Ride,Buffet Dinner & Folk Dance: $24
- Jodhpur Food Tour: $25
- Private Cooking Class in Jodhpur With Pick Up & Drop Off: $26
- Vegetarian Cooking Class with a Local Family: $26
- Traditional Food of Rajasthan Cooking Class Experience: $27
- Jodhpur Private Cooking Class With Family: $27
- Jodhpur Cooking Experience 11 Authentic Dishes Pickup & Drop: $27
- Jodhpur 11 Dishes Cooking Class With REKHA Pick Up & Drop OF: $29
- Private Osian Desert Tour with Camel Safari, Dinner & Mandore: $30
- Private Cooking Class In Jodhpur With Family: $30
Typical Food Prices in Ouarzazate
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ouarzazate:
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Dinner for Two$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ouarzazate
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ouarzazate.
- Private Moroccan Cooking Classes in Ouarzazate: $59
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jodhpur $10Ouarzazate $11
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jodhpur
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Jodhpur's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Fort Entrance for Two$5.27
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Astrology Reading$3.69
Tours and Activities in Jodhpur
For Jodhpur, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Jodhpur Private Blue City walking tour with breakfast: $3.81
- Heritage blue city walking tour in jodhpur.: $6.34
- Blue City Heritage Walking Tour with Guide: $8.45
- Private Jodhpur Blue City Walking Tour with Guide: $8.71
- Mehrangarh Fort Guided Tour with Entry Ticket: $9.52
- (JODHPUR) BLUE CITY Guided TOUR with MEHREANGARH FORT: $9.54
- Private Jodhpur Blue City Walking Tour with Guide: $10
- Jodhpur Bluecity Heritage Walking Tour: $11
- Jodhpur Half Day Heritage Tour: $11
- Jodhpur Street Food Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $11
- Private Jodhpur Blue City Heritage Walking Tour: $11
- Jodhpur Blue City Heritage Walking Tour: $11
Tours and Activities in Ouarzazate
Here are a few actual costs in Ouarzazate for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Hour Horse Riding Adventure in Ait Ben Haddou: $26
- 2-Hour Quad Biking Adventure in Marrakech Palm Grove: $51
- 3-Day Desert Adventure: Ouarzazate to Merzouga: $151
- 3-Day Group Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga with Luxury Camp: $5.68
- 3-Day Sahara Desert Adventure From Ouarzazate to Erg Chegaga: $502
- 7 night 8 day Casablanca morocco tour via merzouga: $2,048
- Ait Ben Haddou to Fint Oasis - Full-Day Quad Adventure: $36
- Ait-Ben-Haddou - City Tour: $23
- Bike Tour in Skoura with Pottery Experience: $53
- Casablanca: 6 Days Tour Blue City, Fes, Desert & Marrakech: $1,195
- From Ouarzazate : 3-Day Merzouga Sahara Tour Erg Chabin: $82
- From 2-Day Erg Lihdoui and Mhamid Desert Tour: $385
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJodhpur $9.00Ouarzazate -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jodhpur and Ouarzazate, we can see that Ouarzazate is more expensive. And not only is Jodhpur much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jodhpur is in Asia and Ouarzazate is in Africa, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Jodhpur would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jodhpur and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Ouarzazate would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ouarzazate than you might in Jodhpur.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jodhpur Expensive? and Is Ouarzazate Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jodhpur or Ouarzazate?
Jodhpur has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Ouarzazate. When comparing the sizes of Jodhpur and Ouarzazate, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.