Which place is cheaper, Hyderabad or Madhya Pradesh?
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 Madhya Pradesh or Hyderabad?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Madhya Pradesh or Hyderabad? 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 Hyderabad?
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.
Hyderabad
Hyderabad, located in Southern India, is the capital of the state of Telangana. It is a city rich with history and tradition as well as booming in the technology industry, hosting the India headquarters for both Microsoft and Google. In addition to many upscale restaurants and shops, Hyderabad is also home to important historic sites and beautiful landmarks.
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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Madhya Pradesh Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMadhya Pradesh $1,234Hyderabad $54
The average daily cost (per person) in Madhya Pradesh is $1,234, while the average daily cost in Hyderabad is $54. 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 Hyderabad in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMadhya Pradesh $536Hyderabad $18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMadhya Pradesh $1,072Hyderabad $36
Compare Hotels in Madhya Pradesh and Hyderabad
Looking for a hotel in Madhya Pradesh or Hyderabad? 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: Hyderabad Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Madhya Pradesh $187Hyderabad $11
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: $106
- Private Transfer from Indore to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR) Airport: $46
- Private Transfer from Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR) Airport to Indore: $46
- Private Transfer from Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport to Bhopal: $43
- Private Transfer from Bhopal to Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport: $43
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hyderabad
Also for Hyderabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Hyderabad Airport (HYD) to Hyderabad Round-Trip Transfer: $80
- Pochampally Textile Tour with Private Transfer: $127
- Private Transfer from Rajiv Gandhi (HYD) Airport to Hyderabad: $65
Is it cheaper to fly into Madhya Pradesh or Hyderabad?
Prices for flights to both Hyderabad 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 $456Hyderabad $26
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hyderabad
For Hyderabad, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking Demonstration of Ethnic Hyderabadi Cuisine at Private Residence (Dinner): $201
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Madhya Pradesh $339Hyderabad $14
Tours and Activities in Madhya Pradesh
Here are a few actual costs in Madhya Pradesh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Night 3 Days Adventure & Cultural Escape in Orchha: $85
- 2 nights 3 Days Ujjain and Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga Tour: $85
- 3 Days Ujjain Mahakal and Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga Darshan Tour: $119
- 4-Hour Private Tour of the Bhopal Gas Tragedy Site: $99
- 6D Bhasma Aarti VR Experience at Mahakaleshwar Temple Ujjain: $3.71
- A Day Tour of Orchha & Jhansi Fort from Khajuraho with Guide: $74
- All Include Guided Khajuraho Temples Tour with Light & Sound Show: $85
- All Inclusive Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Orchha: $102
- Best of Khajuraho (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $71
- Bhedaghat Tour From Jabalpur: $99
- Birds and Heritage: Bhoj Wetland and Bhopal City Tour: $78
- Day Tour Of Khajuraho: $28
Tours and Activities in Hyderabad
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hyderabad.
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal and Agra City Day Tour (All Inclusive): $4.51
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Hyderabad (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Hyderabad 2 Hour Guided Evening Walking Tour: $21
- Hyderabad Street Food Crawl (2 Hours Guided Food Tasting Tour): $21
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour w/ Elephant Conservation: $35
- Cult Immersions 1 -Charminar Historical Walking Tour 3 hrs: $40
- Old City Walking Tour, Captivates 400+ Years History: $44
- Taj Mahal Sunrise and Agra Overnight Tour from Hyderabad: $46
- Evening Street Food Tasting with Guided Old City Tour: $50
- Cult Immersions 3 - Golkonda Fort & Qutb Shahi Tombs Tour 4 hrs: $50
- A Private Full-Day Guided City Tour with Ethnic Lunch: $52
- Old city Walking Tour in Charminar: $55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMadhya Pradesh $149Hyderabad $9.74
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Madhya Pradesh and Hyderabad, we can see that Madhya Pradesh is more expensive. And not only is Hyderabad much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hyderabad would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hyderabad 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 Madhya Pradesh would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Madhya Pradesh than you might in Hyderabad.
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 Hyderabad 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.