Which place is cheaper, Jaipur or Maharashtra?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Maharashtra or Jaipur?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Maharashtra and Jaipur can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Maharashtra or Jaipur?
Maharashtra
As the third largest state in India geographically, Maharashtra has its fair share of temples, ruins, landmarks , historic sites, natural scenery, and lookout points, amongst much more - all rich with the culture and heritage of 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 2-Week Tours from New Delhi, The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMaharashtra $63Jaipur $19
The average daily cost (per person) in Maharashtra is $63, while the average daily cost in Jaipur is $19. 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 Maharashtra and Jaipur in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMaharashtra $28Jaipur $12
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMaharashtra $56Jaipur $24
Compare Hotels in Maharashtra and Jaipur
Looking for a hotel in Maharashtra 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.Maharashtra $9.27Jaipur $1.54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jaipur
Also for Jaipur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 3 Day Guided Jaipur Tour With Stay at Heritage Home With Transfer: $144
- Affordable transfer from Jaipur to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri: $33
- Agra to Jaipur Private Transfer: $74
- Amber fort Skip-the-Line E-tickets & guide Jaipur transfers: $30
- Budget Transfer from Jaipur to Udaipur with Chittorgarh visit: $100
- Exploring the Colorful Markets: Shopping tour of Jaipur with Transfers: $107
- From Agra : 2 Day Jaipur Transfer & Jaipur Sightseeing Tour: $162
- From Agra: Private Jaipur Tour with Transfer to Delhi: $122
- From Delhi: Private Jaipur Guided, City Tour with Transfers: $36
- From Jaipur : Private Transfer To Agra: $45
- From Jaipur : Private Transfer To Mandawa: $45
- From Jaipur : Private Transfer To Pushkar: $27
Is it cheaper to fly into Maharashtra or Jaipur?
Prices for flights to both Jaipur and Maharashtra 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 dayMaharashtra $23Jaipur $4.75
Typical Food Prices in Jaipur
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jaipur:
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Dinner$6.58
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Soda$0.12
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: $4.59
- Indian Cooking Class with Local Family in Jaipur: $9.83
- Culture walking and food tour with guide in Jaipur.: $14
- Food Tour and Eat like Locals : $16
- Dinner With Traditional Rajput Family (Its Not Just Only A Cooking Class) : $16
- cooking class demo with dinner: $20
- Famous Masala Chowk Food Tour: $20
- Cooking class demo with dinner : $21
- Jaipur Full Day Tour with local family dinner: $21
- Jaipur Cooking Class and home cooked dinner with Indian family: $21
- Traditional Dinner with Family including Transfers: $22
- Indian Home Based Cooking Class by Storyboard: $23
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Maharashtra $11Jaipur $3.81
Tours and Activities in Maharashtra
Here are a few actual costs in Maharashtra for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Elephanta Caves with Bollywood Tour in Mumbai: $311
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$1.20
Tours and Activities in Jaipur
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jaipur.
- All Inclusive Full Day Guided Jaipur City Tour: $4.50
- Private Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour from Jaipur by Car: $5.00
- From Half-Day City Tour with Guide: $5.88
- Private Shopping Tour by Tuk Tuk: $6.00
- Private Shopping City Tour by Tuk Tuk: $6.00
- Private Full Day Jaipur Sightseeing Tour By Tuk Tuk: $6.00
- From Private Half-Day City Tour with Guide: $6.50
- Full day Jaipur sightseeing tour by tuk tuk.: $6.53
- Jaipur customized Half Day Tour: $6.56
- Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour by tuk tuk: $6.72
- Private Full-Day Jaipur Sightseeing Tour by Tuk-Tuk: $6.77
- Private Sightseeing Tour of Jaipur by Tuk-Tuk: $6.77
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMaharashtra $10Jaipur $2.72
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: $32
- Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $38
- Pub Crawl Jaipur: $39
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Maharashtra and Jaipur, we can see that Maharashtra is more expensive. And not only is Jaipur much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Jaipur would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jaipur 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 Maharashtra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Maharashtra than you might in Jaipur.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Maharashtra Expensive? and Is Jaipur Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Maharashtra or Jaipur?
Maharashtra has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Jaipur. When comparing the sizes of Maharashtra and Jaipur, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
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