Which place is cheaper, Gujarat or Madhya Pradesh?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Madhya Pradesh or Gujarat?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Madhya Pradesh or Gujarat? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Madhya Pradesh or Gujarat?
Madhya Pradesh
Translating to "central region," Madhya Pradesh is a state centrally located within the plains of India. While it is not a major tourist hub, the region has plenty to showcase in regards to the history, art, religion, and culture of central India.
Gujarat
Gujarat is a state in the western region of India characterized by its varied terrain from flatlands to sacred hilltops as well as a number of important cultural sites. It is a region significant to the history of the spiritual leader Mahatma Ghandi and has many urban centers and villages which display the area's thriving culture.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in India, The Best 2-Week Tours in India, The Best 4-Week (1-Month) Tours in India, and The Best Bicycle Tours in India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMadhya Pradesh $0.00Gujarat $24
The average daily cost (per person) in Madhya Pradesh is $0.00, while the average daily cost in Gujarat is $24. 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 Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMadhya Pradesh -Gujarat $12
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMadhya Pradesh $0.00Gujarat $24
Compare Hotels in Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat
Looking for a hotel in Madhya Pradesh or Gujarat? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Madhya Pradesh -Gujarat $6.73
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Madhya Pradesh
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Madhya Pradesh:
- Private Custom Tour: Orchha Sightseeing with Guide and transfers: $86
- Private Transfer from Bhopal to Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport: $41
- Private Transfer from Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR) Airport to Indore: $44
- Private Transfer from Indore to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR) Airport: $44
- Private Transfer from Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport to Bhopal: $42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gujarat
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gujarat:
- Ahmedabad to Udaipur private transfer: $37
- Private A/c Transfer Ahmedabad to Mount Abu ( 4 Seat A/c Sedan ): $86
- Private A/c Transfer Ahmedabad to Mount Abu ( 6 Seat A/c Suv ): $110
- Private Transfer From Ahmedabad To Udaipur: $59
- Private Transfer from Ahmedabad to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (AMD) Airport: $41
- Private Transfer from Rajkot (RAJ) Airport to Rajkot City: $42
- Private Transfer from Rajkot City to Rajkot (RAJ) Airport: $42
- Private Transfer from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (AMD) Airport to Ahmedabad : $41
- Private Transfer from Vadodara (BDQ) Airport to Vadodara City: $42
- Private Transfer from Vadodara City to Vadodara (BDQ) Airport: $41
- Private Transfer to Sun Temple and Rani ki Vav In Premium Car: $98
- Private Transfers Ahmedabad To Mount Abu Drop: $61
Is it cheaper to fly into Madhya Pradesh or Gujarat?
Prices for flights to both Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh 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 dayMadhya Pradesh -Gujarat $7.55
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Gujarat
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Gujarat.
- Full Day tour of Rajkot City with Traditional themed Dinner: $61
- Sarkhej Mosque and Utensils Museum with Dinner - Ahmedabad: $226
- Private Tour of Ahmedabad's nightlife with Traditional Dinner: $228
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Madhya Pradesh -Gujarat $4.19
Tours and Activities in Madhya Pradesh
Here are a few actual costs in Madhya Pradesh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Spiritual Trails of Orchha (2 Hours Guided Temples Walking Tour): $13
- Discover the Spiritual Trails of Khajuraho (2 Hours Guided Temple Tour): $13
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Khajuraho (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
- Heritage Orchha Photography Tour (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
- Indore Local Tour: $22
- Khajuraho Food Crawl (2 Hours Guided Local Food Tasting Tour): $25
- Day Tour Of Khajuraho: $28
- Gwalior Heritage City Tour : $29
- Raneh waterfall Khajuraho (motorcycle tour): $31
- Private Guided Heritage and Cultural Tour in Khajuraho : $32
- Gwalior to Agra Perfect day Tour Private: $39
- Full Day City Tour of Khajuraho visit Kamasutra Temples and Handicrafts: $48
Tours and Activities in Gujarat
Here are a few actual costs in Gujarat for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Ahmedabad (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
- Ahmedabad Night Walk (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
- Heritage and Cultural Trails of Vadodara (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
- Spiritual Trails of Ahmedabad (2 Hours Guided Temples Walking Tour): $13
- Nature Trails of Vadodara (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $14
- Food Crawl Ahmedabad (2 Hours Guided Local Food Tasting Tour): $25
- Food Crawl Vadodara (2 Hours Guided Local Food Tasting Tour): $26
- Ahmedabad Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $32
- Architectural Tour : $40
- Half Day Private Rajkot Sightseeing Tour with Lunch : $41
- Jeep Safari: A Skip the line access to Devalia Safari Park India: $45
- The Old City Rickshaw Tour: $55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMadhya Pradesh -Gujarat $6.13
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat, we can see that Gujarat is more expensive. And not only is Madhya Pradesh much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Madhya Pradesh would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Madhya Pradesh 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 Gujarat would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Gujarat than you might in Madhya Pradesh.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Madhya Pradesh Expensive? and Is Gujarat Expensive?.
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.