Which place is cheaper, Ouarzazate 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 Ouarzazate?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Madhya Pradesh or Ouarzazate? 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 Ouarzazate?
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.
Ouarzazate
Morocco can be quite an energetic country, but if you're looking for more of a quiet getaway, consider Ouarzazate. Small by Moroccan standards, this town is built up mostly around a main street – the Avenue Mohammad V. Ouarzazate. The name "Ouarzazate" comes from the Berber language meaning "without noise" or "without confusion." It was once a crossroad for a African traders traveling to northern cities in Morocco and Europe. Today, Ouarzazate is the largest town in the Moroccan Sahara, and its central location serves as a good home base touring the rest of Morocco.
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 Family-Friendly Tours to Morocco, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco.
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Madhya Pradesh Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMadhya Pradesh $1,252Ouarzazate $55
The average daily cost (per person) in Madhya Pradesh is $1,252, while the average daily cost in Ouarzazate is $55. 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 Ouarzazate in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMadhya Pradesh $544Ouarzazate $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMadhya Pradesh $1,088Ouarzazate $44
Compare Hotels in Madhya Pradesh and Ouarzazate
Looking for a hotel in Madhya Pradesh or Ouarzazate? 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: Ouarzazate Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Madhya Pradesh $190Ouarzazate $3.46
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: $106
- Private Transfer from Bhopal to Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport: $43
- Private Transfer from Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR) Airport to Indore: $45
- Private Transfer from Indore to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR) Airport: $45
- Private Transfer from Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport to Bhopal: $43
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ouarzazate
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Ouarzazate are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$2.04
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ouarzazate
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ouarzazate:
- Ouarzazate Airport: Private Transfer: $46
- Ouarzazate to Marrakech Private Transfer: $115
- Private Ouarzazate Airport Transfer: $30
- Private Transfert Between Marrakech & Ouarzazate: $187
- Private transfer from Ouarzazate to Ait Ben Haddou (round Trip): $78
Is it cheaper to fly into Madhya Pradesh or Ouarzazate?
Prices for flights to both Ouarzazate 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 $462Ouarzazate $28
Typical Food Prices in Ouarzazate
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ouarzazate:
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Dinner for Two$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ouarzazate
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ouarzazate.
- Private Moroccan Cooking Classes in Ouarzazate: $59
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Madhya Pradesh $344Ouarzazate $11
Tours and Activities in Madhya Pradesh
Here are a few actual costs in Madhya Pradesh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 6D Bhasma Aarti VR Experience at Mahakaleshwar Temple Ujjain: $3.81
- Spiritual Trails of Orchha (2 Hours Guided Temples Walking Tour): $12
- Heritage and Temples Tour of Khajuraho (Private): $15
- Khajuraho Food Crawl (2 Hours Guided Local Food Tasting Tour): $22
- Indore Local Tour: $22
- Raneh waterfall Khajuraho (motorcycle tour): $27
- Day Tour Of Khajuraho: $28
- Gwalior to Agra Perfect day Tour Private: $35
- Private Guided Heritage and Cultural Tour in Khajuraho: $49
- Ujjain and Mahakaleshwar Temple Private Day Tour from Indore: $53
- Gwalior City tour with Gwalior fort, Jai Vilas palace & Holy Temples: $53
- Gwalior tour with fort & beautiful palaces.: $64
Tours and Activities in Ouarzazate
Here are a few actual costs in Ouarzazate for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3-Day Group Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga with Luxury Camp: $5.68
- Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Tour and Boat Ride: $14
- Ait-Ben-Haddou - City Tour: $23
- Half Day Private Tour in Sidiflah Gorge: $24
- 1 Hour Horse Riding Adventure in Ait Ben Haddou: $26
- Private tour in the oasis of Skoura with pottery workshop: $28
- guided tour of the Skoura palm grove by mountain bike: $34
- Private Skoura Oasis Walking Tour and Homemade Meal with Locals: $35
- Private tour of Skoura by ATV or E-bike Half-day with guide: $35
- Private half-day mountain bike tour discover Palmeraie Skoura: $36
- Ait Ben Haddou to Fint Oasis - Full-Day Quad Adventure: $36
- Royal Private Tour of Ksar Ait Ben Haddou: $40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMadhya Pradesh $151Ouarzazate -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Madhya Pradesh and Ouarzazate, we can see that Madhya Pradesh is more expensive. And not only is Ouarzazate much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Madhya Pradesh is in Asia and Ouarzazate is in Africa, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Ouarzazate would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ouarzazate 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 Ouarzazate.
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 Ouarzazate 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.