Should you visit Madhya Pradesh or Kerala?
Should I visit Madhya Pradesh or Kerala? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
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.
Kerala
Palm trees, sandy beaches, and vibrant culture. You'll find all of these things in Kerala, India. Located in the south of the country, Kerala is known as one of the top ten paradises in the world. And Kerala also makes for a great introduction to India.
Which city is cheaper, Kerala or Madhya Pradesh?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Madhya Pradesh is $13, while the average daily cost in Kerala 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Madhya Pradesh and Kerala in more detail.
Accommodation
If you're traveling alone, you may be able to find a budget hotel or hostel for around $7.60. But for two people in a standard two-person hotel room in Madhya Pradesh the cost is $15 on average.
A hotel room in Kerala is about $22 This assumes double occupancy and modest accommodations.
Food
On average, meal and food prices in Madhya Pradesh cost around $3.19 per person, per day. While this price can vary widely by location, the type of restaurant, and the amount of food ordered, a typical meal often costs around $1.28.
In Kerala travelers spend around $7.91 a day on food. You can save money by choosing casual restaurants or food stalls, or you can spend plenty more by dining in nicer restaurants at every meal.
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Food
Meals for one day
Madhya Pradesh $3.19
Kerala $7.91
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Madhya Pradesh
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Madhya Pradesh.
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Local Uttrakhand Cuisine Cooking Class in Rishikesh:
$9.89
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Udaipur Food Tour:
$12
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Authentic Indian Tea Brewing and Paratha Cooking Private Online Class:
$15
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Hyderabad Street Food Tour:
$16
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Wagah Beating Retreat Border Ceremony (with Dinner) in Amritsar:
$16
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Authentic Maharashtrian Cuisine Private Virtual Cooking Class from Mumbai:
$18
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Mandovi River Dinner Cruise in Goa:
$19
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Cooking Class And Dining Experience In Varanasi:
$20
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North Kerala Culinary Food Tour in Thalassery:
$24
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Mumbai Walking Food Tour:
$25
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Cooking and Dining Experience in Agra:
$27
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Cooking Class with a Local Family in Mumbai:
$36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kerala
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kerala.
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Local Uttrakhand Cuisine Cooking Class in Rishikesh:
$9.89
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Udaipur Food Tour:
$12
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Authentic Indian Tea Brewing and Paratha Cooking Private Online Class:
$15
-
Hyderabad Street Food Tour:
$16
-
Wagah Beating Retreat Border Ceremony (with Dinner) in Amritsar:
$16
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Authentic Maharashtrian Cuisine Private Virtual Cooking Class from Mumbai:
$18
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Mandovi River Dinner Cruise in Goa:
$19
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Cooking Class And Dining Experience In Varanasi:
$20
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North Kerala Culinary Food Tour in Thalassery:
$24
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Mumbai Walking Food Tour:
$25
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Cooking and Dining Experience in Agra:
$27
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Cooking Class with a Local Family in Mumbai:
$36
Local Transportation
The cost of a taxi ride in Madhya Pradesh is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $0.83 per person, per day, on local transportation in Madhya Pradesh.
The cost of a taxi ride in Kerala is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $4.17 per person, per day, on local transportation in Kerala.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Madhya Pradesh
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Madhya Pradesh:
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Taj Mahal Private Day Tour from Delhi with One Way Airport Transfer:
$23
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Cochin International Airport Private Transfers (COK) for Munnar:
$55
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Private Amritsar International Airport Transfers (ATQ) for Amritsar :
$13
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Private Bagdogra Airport (IXB) Transfers for Gangtok:
$51
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Private Chandigarh International Airport (IXC) Transfers for Chandigarh:
$15
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Private Chennai International Airport Transfers (MAA) for Chennai:
$17
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Private Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Airport Transfers (BOM) for Mumbai:
$12
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Private City Transfers Between Kolkata and Digha, Mandarmani, Shantiniketan, or Bishnupur:
$43
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Private City Transfers between Agra and Mathura, Vrindavan, or Gwalior:
$45
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Private City Transfers between Agra and Meerut, Kanpur and Jhansi:
$58
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Private City Transfers between Ahmedabad and Mumbai, Daman & Diu:
$96
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Private City Transfers between Ahmedabad and Rajasthan & Madhya Pradesh:
$58
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kerala
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kerala:
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Taj Mahal Private Day Tour from Delhi with One Way Airport Transfer:
$23
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Cochin International Airport Private Transfers (COK) for Munnar:
$55
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Private Amritsar International Airport Transfers (ATQ) for Amritsar :
$13
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Private Bagdogra Airport (IXB) Transfers for Gangtok:
$51
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Private Chandigarh International Airport (IXC) Transfers for Chandigarh:
$15
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Private Chennai International Airport Transfers (MAA) for Chennai:
$17
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Private Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Airport Transfers (BOM) for Mumbai:
$12
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Private City Transfers Between Kolkata and Digha, Mandarmani, Shantiniketan, or Bishnupur:
$43
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Private City Transfers between Agra and Mathura, Vrindavan, or Gwalior:
$45
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Private City Transfers between Agra and Meerut, Kanpur and Jhansi:
$58
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Private City Transfers between Ahmedabad and Mumbai, Daman & Diu:
$96
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Private City Transfers between Ahmedabad and Rajasthan & Madhya Pradesh:
$58
Is it cheaper to fly into Madhya Pradesh or Kerala?
Prices for flights to both Kerala 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.
Entertainment
Entertainment and activities in Madhya Pradesh typically cost an average of $2.96 per person, per day. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
Entertainment and activities in Kerala typically cost an average of $8.66 per person, per day. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
Tours and Activities in Madhya Pradesh
Here are a few actual costs in Madhya Pradesh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Shaniwar Wada Fort Skip-the-Line Admission Ticket:
$0.35
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Palace of Tipu Sultan Skip-the-Line Admission Ticket:
$0.39
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Akbar's Tomb Entry Ticket in Agra:
$0.39
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Bekal Fort Entry Ticket:
$0.50
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Warangal Fort Entry Ticket:
$0.55
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Dindigul Fort Entry Ticket:
$0.55
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Aga Khan Palace Entry Ticket in Pune:
$0.55
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Daria Daulat Bagh Entry Ticket in Srirangapatna:
$0.55
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Purana Qila Fast-Track Ticket:
$0.55
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Gwalior Fort Entry Ticket in Madhya Pradesh:
$0.55
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Ancient Leh Palace Entry Tickets:
$0.55
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Bellary Fort Entry Ticket:
$0.55
Tours and Activities in Kerala
Here are a few actual costs in Kerala for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Shaniwar Wada Fort Skip-the-Line Admission Ticket:
$0.35
-
Palace of Tipu Sultan Skip-the-Line Admission Ticket:
$0.39
-
Akbar's Tomb Entry Ticket in Agra:
$0.39
-
Bekal Fort Entry Ticket:
$0.50
-
Warangal Fort Entry Ticket:
$0.55
-
Dindigul Fort Entry Ticket:
$0.55
-
Aga Khan Palace Entry Ticket in Pune:
$0.55
-
Daria Daulat Bagh Entry Ticket in Srirangapatna:
$0.55
-
Purana Qila Fast-Track Ticket:
$0.55
-
Gwalior Fort Entry Ticket in Madhya Pradesh:
$0.55
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Ancient Leh Palace Entry Tickets:
$0.55
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Bellary Fort Entry Ticket:
$0.55
Alcohol
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Madhya Pradesh may vary from person to person, on average a person spends $2.32 per day on alcoholic beverages.
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Kerala may vary from person to person, on average a person spends $4.58 per day on alcoholic beverages.
Sample the Local Flavors in Madhya Pradesh
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Madhya Pradesh:
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Pub Crawl in Delhi:
$18
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Pub Crawl in Pune:
$18
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Pub Crawl in Mumbai:
$18
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Pub Crawl in Jaipur:
$18
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Udaipur Pub Crawl:
$19
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South Mumbai Pub Crawl:
$19
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Pub Crawl In Bangalore:
$19
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Pub Crawl in Goa:
$20
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Sula Vineyards with Wine Tasting Day Tour from Mumbai:
$49
Sample the Local Flavors in Kerala
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kerala:
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Pub Crawl in Delhi:
$18
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Pub Crawl in Pune:
$18
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Pub Crawl in Mumbai:
$18
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Pub Crawl in Jaipur:
$18
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Udaipur Pub Crawl:
$19
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South Mumbai Pub Crawl:
$19
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Pub Crawl In Bangalore:
$19
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Pub Crawl in Goa:
$20
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Sula Vineyards with Wine Tasting Day Tour from Mumbai:
$49
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Madhya Pradesh and Kerala, we can see that Kerala 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 Kerala would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kerala than you might in Madhya Pradesh.
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