Which place is cheaper, Delhi or Koh Tarutao?
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 Koh Tarutao or Delhi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Koh Tarutao and Delhi. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Koh Tarutao or Delhi?
Koh Tarutao
While much of Thailand has been built up into a tourist destination of hotels and resorts, there are spots that are still untouched and covered in the beauty of this part of the world. The unspoiled regions of the Ko Tarutao Marine National Park is 51 islands of rainforest ready for visitors. Established in 1974, the park is the second oldest in the country, and was the setting for the 2002 season of the reality television show Survivor. The park includes stunning coral reefs, pristine white beaches and wildlife of all shapes and sizes. Trek through and keep your eyes out for mouse deer, wild pigs, sea otters, tree pythons, sea eagles, hornbills, reef egrets and so much more.
Delhi
Delhi is the largest city in northern India and is officially the country's capital. The city has a population of 11 million with the metropolitan population reaching over 16 million. The city is similar in landscape to the rest of its surrounding area. It is very flat with the river Yamuna flowing on the eastern side of the city. The Aravalii Hills are in the western portion of the city. The city's history dates back to the 6th century BC and it has served as a capital for various kingdoms and empires.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Thailand, The Best Cultural Tours in Thailand, The Best Luxury Tours to India, and The Best Budget Tours to India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKoh Tarutao $130Delhi $48
The average daily cost (per person) in Koh Tarutao is $130, while the average daily cost in Delhi is $48. 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 Koh Tarutao and Delhi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKoh Tarutao $54Delhi $21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKoh Tarutao $108Delhi $42
Compare Hotels in Koh Tarutao and Delhi
Looking for a hotel in Koh Tarutao or Delhi? 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: Koh Tarutao Hotel Prices and Delhi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Koh Tarutao $37Delhi $4.28
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Delhi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Delhi:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.10
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Taxi to Airport$1.68
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Subway$0.34
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Uber Cab$0.84
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Delhi Metro Smart Card$1.57
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Auto-rickshaw$1.05
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Delhi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Delhi:
- Transfer from New Delhi to Agra by Private car: $100
- Transfer from Delhi airport to hotel: $50
- Transfer from Delhi Airport to Agra Hotel: $80
- Stroll through Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk with Private Transfer: $104
- Same Day Agra from Delhi with Luxury Transfers : A Taj Trip: $10
- Safe Private Transfer From New Delhi Airport or Hotel to Agra: $19
- Round trip Airport to Hotel to Airport transfers: $34
- Round Trip Delhi Airport Transfers – Arrival & Departure Both: $43
- Private transfer Delhi to Agra: $30
- Private Transfers from Delhi to Major Cities – Flexible Options: $50
- Private Transfers from Delhi to Major Cities – Flexible Options: $50
- Private Transfer: Delhi to Rishikesh via Haridwar: $165
Is it cheaper to fly into Koh Tarutao or Delhi?
Prices for flights to both Delhi and Koh Tarutao 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 dayKoh Tarutao $54Delhi $18
Typical Food Prices in Delhi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Delhi:
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McDonalds$3.07
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Delhi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Delhi.
- Customized Half Day and Full Day Delhi Shopping, Street Food Tour: $20
- Learn Indian Cooking From A Chef - Private Cooking Class: $22
- Food Tour in Delhi: $27
- Evening Food Tour: $29
- IWT eating/walking tour&certified cooking workshop: $31
- Old Delhi Food Tour with Pickup and Drop Off: $32
- Food Tour to Old Delhi with a Local: $38
- Connaught Place Street shopping & food tour in Delhi: $39
- Transit Tour-Guided Best Old Delhi's Attractions & Food Tour: $39
- 4-Hour Old Delhi Evening Walking Tour with Local Dinner & Guide: $40
- Delhi Night Street Food Tour with a Local Foodie: $41
- Private Half-Day Old Delhi Traditional Food Tour: $43
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Koh Tarutao $16Delhi $17
Typical Entertainment Prices in Delhi
Here are a few typical costs in Delhi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Red Fort$9.12
Tours and Activities in Delhi
Here are a few actual costs in Delhi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- “Old & New Delhi Discovery: Private Full-Day Guided Tour”: $59
- "Taj Mahal" Tour from Delhi by India's Fastest Train (Gatiman Express): $72
- 02 Days Amritsar and Golden Temple Tour by Train from Delhi: $264
- 02 Days Overnight Taj Mahal Tour From Delhi: $180
- 02 nights 03 Days Private Jaipur tour from Delhi: $280
- 03-Days private luxury Golden Triangle Tour Delhi, Agra, Jaipur: $155
- 04 Days Golden Triangle Tour of India: $199
- 04-Day Private Luxury Golden Triangle Tour to Agra & Jaipur: $261
- 06 Hours Old and New Delhi Private City Tour: $14
- 1 Day Agra Tour from Delhi Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Baby Taj: $61
- 1 Day Delhi Sightseeing Tour by Car Explore Iconic Landmarks: $80
- 1 Day Delhi and 1 Day Agra Tour From Delhi with Taj Mahal Sunrise - With Hotels: $166
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKoh Tarutao $7.67Delhi $7.60
Sample the Local Flavors in Delhi
Also in Delhi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl Delhi: $34
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Koh Tarutao and Delhi, we can see that Koh Tarutao is more expensive. And not only is Delhi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Delhi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Delhi 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 Koh Tarutao would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Koh Tarutao than you might in Delhi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Koh Tarutao Expensive? and Is Delhi Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Koh Tarutao or Delhi?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Koh Tarutao or Delhi in the Summer?
Both Delhi and Koh Tarutao during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Tarutao because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Delhi year-round.
Delhi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Tarutao. Koh Tarutao usually gets more rain in July than Delhi. Koh Tarutao gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
It's very hot in Delhi this time of the year. In July, Koh Tarutao is generally cooler than Delhi. Daily temperatures in Koh Tarutao average around 27°C (81°F), and Delhi fluctuates around 31°C (88°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKoh Tarutao 27°C (81°F)Delhi 31°C (88°F)
Should I visit Koh Tarutao or Delhi in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Koh Tarutao and Delhi. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Tarutao year-round. Delhi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
November to April in Koh Tarutao is the dry season. Also, May and October is the rainy season in Koh Tarutao. Koh Tarutao gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Koh Tarutao usually receives more rain than Delhi. Koh Tarutao gets 281 mm (11.1 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Koh Tarutao is around the same temperature as Delhi in the autumn. The daily temperature in Koh Tarutao averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Delhi fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKoh Tarutao 27°C (81°F)Delhi 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Koh Tarutao or Delhi in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Koh Tarutao as well as Delhi. Koh Tarutao attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Delhi throughout the year.
Koh Tarutao usually gets more rain in January than Delhi. Koh Tarutao gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the winter, Koh Tarutao is much warmer than Delhi. Typically, the winter temperatures in Koh Tarutao in January average around 27°C (80°F), and Delhi averages at about 15°C (59°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKoh Tarutao 27°C (80°F)Delhi 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Koh Tarutao or Delhi in the Spring?
Both Delhi and Koh Tarutao are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Tarutao throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Delhi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Koh Tarutao is November to April. The rainy season in Koh Tarutao is May and October. It's quite rainy in Koh Tarutao. In April, Koh Tarutao usually receives more rain than Delhi. Koh Tarutao gets 124 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Delhi receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In April, Koh Tarutao is generally around the same temperature as Delhi. Daily temperatures in Koh Tarutao average around 29°C (85°F), and Delhi fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKoh Tarutao 29°C (85°F)Delhi 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Delhi and Koh Tarutao
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (84°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (85°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 244 mm (9.6 in) | 33°C (91°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) | 34°C (93°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 355 mm (14 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 281 mm (11.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 204 mm (8 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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.