Which place is cheaper, Amritsar or Munnar?
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 Munnar or Amritsar?
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 Munnar and Amritsar can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Munnar or Amritsar?
Munnar
The name Munnar brings the picture of vast tea estates in front of our eyes. The hilly region is full of tea plantations which spread across acres and acres. The misty valleys in between add beauty to the greenery along with clouds. With the soul-stirring surrounding and panoramic charm of nature, Munnar is enriched with an opulent floral beauty. The green tea meadows make it even more vibrant. If you want to sleep in the lap of nature for some time amid the utmost serenity, no other place in Kerala can be better than Munnar. So, unleash yourself here and get the most of it.
Amritsar
Amritsar is a holy city of the Sikh religion, named "holy pool of nectar" for the pool around the base of the Golden Temple complex. This complex is the city's main attraction, bringing pilgrims from all over to bathe in the waters of the sacred pool and visit the sacred temple.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in India, The Best 4-Week (1-Month) Tours in India, The Best Bicycle Tours in India, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India.
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Munnar Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMunnar $35Amritsar $64
The average daily cost (per person) in Munnar is $35, while the average daily cost in Amritsar is $64. 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 Munnar and Amritsar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMunnar $12Amritsar $21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMunnar $24Amritsar $42
Compare Hotels in Munnar and Amritsar
Looking for a hotel in Munnar or Amritsar? 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: Munnar Hotel Prices and Amritsar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Munnar $4.83Amritsar $16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Munnar
Also for Munnar, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Kochi to Munnar Transfer: $95
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amritsar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Amritsar:
- Amritsar 02 days :Wagha border: Airport transfer Eng. guide: $205
- Private Wagah Border Drama and the Golden Temple with Transfer: $126
- Amritsar to Dharamshala Tour (One Way Transfer): $85
- Private Transfer from Amritsar to Amritsar Raja Sansi (ATQ) Airport: $40
- VIP Amritsar Airport Transfer: Comfort & Convenience: $17
Is it cheaper to fly into Munnar or Amritsar?
Prices for flights to both Amritsar and Munnar 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 dayMunnar $16Amritsar $31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Munnar
For Munnar, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Kerala Traditional Village Cooking Class in Munnar: $21
- WE COOKS- Home Cooking Class in Munnar: $23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amritsar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Amritsar.
- Amritsar Food Tour: $22
- Agra: Guided Street Food Tour w/ Private Transportation: $23
- Amritsar Food Tour: $25
- Amritsar Food Tour: $29
- Wagah Border Retreat Ceremony With Traditional Dinner: $45
- Wagah Border Retreat Ceremony With Dinner: $45
- Evening Tour to Sadda Pind with Dinner: $60
- Beating Retreat Ceremony, Sadda Pind and Dinner: $71
- Sadda Pind With Lunch Or Dinner From Amritsar: $164
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Munnar $11Amritsar $14
Tours and Activities in Munnar
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Munnar.
- Soft Trekking (munnar valley Trekking & Tours ) : $9.30
- Half day trekking (munnar valley Trekking & Tours ): $12
- Munnar Tea Trail Tour with Factory Experience ( By Munnar Info): $12
- Half Day Hiking in Munnar Trekking Tour: $14
- Munnar Tea Trail Tour , Tea factory visit & Tea Tasting: $17
- Fullday Trekking in Chokaramudi (munnar valley Trekking & Tours) : $19
- Top station tour (munnar valley Trekking & Tours) : $21
- Munnar Tea-trail Tour: $21
- Tea Farm Tourism : $23
- Sandal Wood & Sight Seeing Tour (Munnar Valley Trekking & Tours) : $29
- Munnar Site-seeing Tour: $33
- From Agra: Fatehpur Sikri & Agra Local Market Half-Day Tour: $33
Tours and Activities in Amritsar
Here are a few actual costs in Amritsar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- A Day Trip of Amritsar Golden City from Delhi with Flight Tickets: $64
- Agra : Taj Mahal & Mausoleum Tour With Skip-the-Line Entry: $6.83
- Agra: Agra Fort and Baby Taj Private Tour with Pickup & Drop: $15
- Amritsar - Half day City tour (In & Around Golden Temple): $35
- Amritsar 1 Day Guided Tour-Golden Temple, Jalliawala Bagh, Wagah: $51
- Amritsar 1 Day Sightseeing with Wagah Border: $34
- Amritsar 1 Day Tour (Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh, Wagah Border & Shopping): $36
- Amritsar 1 Day Tour, Golden Temple with Wagah Border: $31
- Amritsar 1 Day Tour: Golden Temple, Jalianwala Bagh, Wagah Border: $52
- Amritsar : Golden Temple and Jallianwala Bagh Private Tour: $55
- Amritsar : Private Walking Tour with Visit to Golden Temple: $171
- Amritsar City Guided Tour 4 to 5 Hours : $17
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMunnar $5.79Amritsar $13
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Munnar and Amritsar, we can see that Amritsar is more expensive. And not only is Munnar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Munnar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Munnar 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 Amritsar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Amritsar than you might in Munnar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Munnar Expensive? and Is Amritsar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Munnar or Amritsar?
Amritsar has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Munnar. When comparing the sizes of Munnar and Amritsar, 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.
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.