Which place is cheaper, Jaipur 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 Jaipur?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Madhya Pradesh or Jaipur? 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 Jaipur?
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.
Jaipur
Jaipur, India, famously known as the Pink City, is the capital of Rajasthan and is often a highlight for many travelers to the area. Dating back to the eighteenth century, it is part of the Indian Golden Triangle which also includes Delhi and Agra. It's also a stopping off point for travelers venturing into the desert cities of Jodhpur and Jaisalmer. The city has a population of about 6.66 million people, making it the largest city in the state of Rajasthan and the tenth largest city in the country.
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 $16Jaipur $21
The average daily cost (per person) in Madhya Pradesh is $16, while the average daily cost in Jaipur is $21. 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 Jaipur in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMadhya Pradesh $8.12Jaipur $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMadhya Pradesh $16Jaipur $22
Compare Hotels in Madhya Pradesh and Jaipur
Looking for a hotel in Madhya Pradesh or Jaipur? 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: Jaipur Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Madhya Pradesh $0.89Jaipur $1.46
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: $96
- Private Transfer from Indore to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR) Airport: $48
- Private Transfer from Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR) Airport to Indore: $48
- Private Transfer from Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport to Bhopal: $45
- Private Transfer from Bhopal to Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport: $45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jaipur
Also for Jaipur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Taj Mahal & Agra Tour with Transfer to Delhi by Car: $87
- 2-Day Jaipur City Tour visit Amber Fort, City Palace with Transfers: $164
- Affordable transfer from Jaipur to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri: $33
- Budget Transfer from Jaipur to Udaipur with Chittorgarh visit: $100
- Day Trip to Keoladeo Birds National Park from Jaipur With Transfer to Agra: $99
- Delhi Airport (DEL) to Shimla Resorts-Arrival Transfer: $235
- Exclusive Safari at Jhalana Leopard Park Including Transfers: $162
- Exploring the Colorful Markets: Shopping tour of Jaipur with Transfers: $107
- From Delhi: Private Taj Mahal & Agra Day Trip with Transfer: $12
- From Jaipur : Private Transfer To Agra: $45
- From Jaipur : Private Transfer To Pushkar: $27
- From Jaipur : Private Transfer To Udaipur: $90
Is it cheaper to fly into Madhya Pradesh or Jaipur?
Prices for flights to both Jaipur 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 $5.63Jaipur $7.79
Typical Food Prices in Jaipur
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jaipur:
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Dinner$6.24
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Soda$0.11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jaipur
For Jaipur, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Jaipur Street food tour: $4.31
- Culture walking and food tour with guide in Jaipur.: $10
- Best Food Tour in Jaipur: $13
- Home cooking class tour with lunch/dinner.: $15
- Feast on the Streets: Best Jaipur Food Tour: $15
- Amber Fort Light & Sound Show with Dinner: $15
- Food Tour and Eat like Locals : $16
- Jaipur Half-Day Evening Tour with Sunset and Dinner: $16
- Jaipur Half-Day tour: Bazaar & Street Food Tour by Car or Tuk-Tuk: $16
- Famous Masala Chowk Food Tour: $19
- Cooking class demo with dinner : $20
- Cooking Class with a Local Family: $20
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Madhya Pradesh $3.16Jaipur $3.62
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: $93
- 3 Days Ujjain Mahakal and Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga Darshan Tour: $130
- 4-Hour Private Tour of the Bhopal Gas Tragedy Site: $99
- A Day Tour of Gwalior from Agra with Local Guide Service: $64
- A Day Tour of Orchha & Jhansi Fort from Khajuraho with Guide: $81
- All Inclusive Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Orchha: $96
- Best of Khajuraho (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $77
- Bhedaghat Tour From Jabalpur: $99
- Birds and Heritage: Bhoj Wetland and Bhopal City Tour: $51
- Day Trip to Mastani Mahal & Ajaigarh Fort (Guided Private Tour from Khajuraho): $139
- Erotic Temple Tour of Khajuraho: $96
- Full Day 8-hours Heritage Tour to Khajuraho Temples: $51
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jaipur
For Jaipur, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Palace Entry for Two$1.14
Tours and Activities in Jaipur
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jaipur.
- Private Half-Day Instagram Tour with Guide: $1.82
- Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar & City Palace Guided Tour: $2.40
- Amber Fort Full or Half-Day Guided Tour by Car: $2.40
- Amber Fort, Stepwell & Blind Love Temple Guided Tour: $2.40
- Jaipur Private Full-Day Tour by Car with Guide+Entry Tickets: $2.40
- Private Guided Half Day Tour in Jaipur: $2.56
- Private Day Tour of Taj Mahal and Agra Fort From Delhi By Car - All Inclusive: $2.63
- Private Full-Day Sightseeing Tour by Tuk-Tuk: $2.70
- Private City Tour with Car, Guide, Tickets & Lunch: $2.88
- From Private Taj Mahal Sunrise & Agra Fort Tour: $3.33
- Half-Day Guided Sightseeing Tour with Flower Market: $3.41
- Private Guided Jaipur City Tour All Inclusive: $3.41
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMadhya Pradesh $2.48Jaipur $2.58
Sample the Local Flavors in Jaipur
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Jaipur:
- Pub Crawl Jaipur: $37
- Jaipur Guided Bar Crawl with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off: $148
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Madhya Pradesh and Jaipur, we can see that Jaipur 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 Jaipur would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Jaipur 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 Jaipur 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.