Which place is cheaper, Jaisalmer 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 Jaisalmer?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Madhya Pradesh or Jaisalmer? 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 Jaisalmer?
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.
Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer is located in western part of the Rajasthan state of India. The city is known as the "Golden City" for its Sonar Qila, or 'Golden Fort'. This fort is different than other forts in India in that it is a living fort, meaning that it contains many hotels, homes, and shops for locals and visitors. The city is very close to the Thar Desert, to which excursions can be made.
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
India PricesJaisalmer Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMadhya Pradesh $1,234Jaisalmer $41
The average daily cost (per person) in Madhya Pradesh is $1,234, while the average daily cost in Jaisalmer is $41. 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 Jaisalmer in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMadhya Pradesh $536Jaisalmer $12
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMadhya Pradesh $1,072Jaisalmer $24
Compare Hotels in Madhya Pradesh and Jaisalmer
Looking for a hotel in Madhya Pradesh or Jaisalmer? 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: Jaisalmer Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Madhya Pradesh $187Jaisalmer $10
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: $44
- Private Transfer from Bhopal to Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport: $44
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jaisalmer
Also for Jaisalmer, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Affordable Jaisalmer Airport Transfer: $15
- From Bikaner : Private Transfer To Jaisalmer: $60
- From Jaisalmer : Private Transfer To Bikaner: $55
- From Jaisalmer : Transfer To Jodhpur Via Osian Temple: $48
- Jaisalmer To Bikaner Private One Way Transfer: $64
- Jaisalmer to Jodhpur Private Transfer with Door to Door AC Car: $57
- 2-Night Camel Safari with Meals & Transfers: $96
- Jaiselmer to Bikaner drop Private Transfers Car service: $26
- One Way Jaisalmer To Jodhpur Transfer: $39
- One Way Transfer From Jaisalmer To Jodhpur: $42
- One Way Transfer Service From Jaisalmer Airport To Hotel: $11
- Private Jaiselmer Hotels to Jodhpur Drop – (To/From Transfers): $32
Is it cheaper to fly into Madhya Pradesh or Jaisalmer?
Prices for flights to both Jaisalmer 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 $456Jaisalmer $20
Typical Food Prices in Jaisalmer
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jaisalmer:
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Dinner$4.15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jaisalmer
For Jaisalmer, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- off beat Desert safari with sunset and dinner: $10
- Jaisalmer Food Tour: Taste the Flavors of the Golden City!: $13
- Authentic Desert Farm Visit and Cooking Class: $24
- Jodhpur Camel & Jeep Safari with Sunset, Folk Dance, Dinner: $25
- Dinner on the Dunes & Camel Safari: $25
- Jaisalmer Heritage & Cultural Walking & Street Food Tour: $25
- Camel Trails Sunset Safari with Dinner: $32
- Pleasant Sunset Safari With Dinner On Dunes (From 2:00 PM to Approx. 10:00 PM): $35
- Sunset Safari With Dinner: $37
- Cooking Class with Local Family & Rooftop Meal: $37
- Shahi Half Day Sunset Camel ride & Cultural program & dinner: $37
- Shahi Half day non touristic sand dune camel safari with dinner: $37
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Madhya Pradesh $339Jaisalmer $11
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: $120
- 4-Hour Private Tour of the Bhopal Gas Tragedy Site: $99
- 6D Bhasma Aarti VR Experience at Mahakaleshwar Temple Ujjain: $3.73
- A Day Tour of Orchha & Jhansi Fort from Khajuraho with Guide: $75
- 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
- Day Trip to Mastani Mahal & Ajaigarh Fort (Guided Private Tour from Khajuraho): $128
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jaisalmer
For Jaisalmer, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Sam Sand Dunes for Two$3.11
Tours and Activities in Jaisalmer
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jaisalmer.
- City Sightseeing with Experienced Guide: $2.96
- Guided City Tour with Desert Safari: $4.23
- Agra: Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour w/Fatehpur Sikri: $4.50
- Billions of Stars Experience with Thar Desert & Camel Safari: $5.29
- Temple Tour Of Jaisalmer Rajasthan: $5.33
- Sam Sand Dunes Sunset Tour with Camel Ride: $8.00
- 2 Days Sharing Group Thar Desert Safari Adventure Tour: $8.60
- Nomadic Non Touristic Overnight Thar Desert & Camel Safari: $9.52
- Jaisalmer Fort Guided Tour with Entry Ticket: $9.52
- Private Jaisalmer Fort & old city tour: $10
- Colorful Markets of Jaisalmer (3 Hour Guided Tour): $11
- Explore Jaisalmer at Night (2 Hour Guided Walking Tour): $11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMadhya Pradesh $149Jaisalmer $8.01
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Madhya Pradesh and Jaisalmer, we can see that Madhya Pradesh is more expensive. And not only is Jaisalmer much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Jaisalmer would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jaisalmer 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 Jaisalmer.
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 Jaisalmer 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.