Which place is cheaper, Jaipur or Pai?
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 Pai or Jaipur?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Pai and Jaipur. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Pai or Jaipur?
Pai
As the lush green mountains adorn the blue horizon amidst its creamy clouds, Pai, in northern Thailand, works as one of the many hubs for some of the world's most exciting cultural adventures and natural wonders. Within this small town just north of the Mae Hong Son Province, near the Myanmar border, Pai lays on the Pai River and holds a population of no more than 2,500. Despite its geographical insignificance, this town attracts a wide array of tourists. From breathtaking waterfalls to relaxing hot springs, you will find yourself astonished at how much this little city holds within its borders.
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 G Adventures Tours to Thailand, The Best 3-Day Tours from Phuket, The Best Budget Tours to India, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New Delhi.
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Pai Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPai $87Jaipur $20
The average daily cost (per person) in Pai is $87, while the average daily cost in Jaipur is $20. 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 Pai and Jaipur in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPai $15Jaipur $10
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPai $30Jaipur $20
Compare Hotels in Pai and Jaipur
Looking for a hotel in Pai 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: Pai Hotel Prices and Jaipur Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pai $40Jaipur $1.26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jaipur
Also for Jaipur, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Two Night Safari Experience Ranthambore National Park &Transfers: $266
- Sanganer - A Visit to an Artisan Community with Private Transfer: $105
- Round trip airport Transfer Between Jaipur & Jaipur Airport JAI: $16
- Ranthambore Wildlife Safari Tour From Jaipur Including Transfers: $135
- Ranthambore Tiger Safari Tickets With Optional Transfers: $108
- Private transfer: Jaipur to Udaipur enroute Trip to Chittorgarh Fort with lunch: $247
- Private transfer: Jaipur to Udaipur enroute Trip to Chittorgarh Fort: $209
- Private transfer: Jaipur to Jodhpur via Ajmer: $126
- Private transfer Jaipur to Pushkar: $11
- Private transfer - Jaipur to Udaipur via Chittorgarh Fort with lunch: $250
- Private transfer - Jaipur to Udaipur via Chittorgarh Fort: $211
- Private transfer - Jaipur to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri with lunch: $214
Is it cheaper to fly into Pai or Jaipur?
Prices for flights to both Jaipur and Pai 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 dayPai $40Jaipur $7.55
Typical Food Prices in Jaipur
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jaipur:
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Dinner$5.71
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Soda$0.10
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: $3.98
- Feast on the Streets: Best Jaipur Food Tour: $14
- Jaipur Half-Day Evening Tour with Sunset and Dinner: $15
- Famous Masala Chowk Food Tour: $18
- Cooking class demo with dinner: $18
- Jaipur Pink City Cooking Class: $19
- cooking class demo with dinner: $20
- Food Tour and Eat like Locals: $20
- Jaipur Cooking Class and home cooked dinner with Indian family: $21
- Indian Cooking Class with Local Family in Jaipur: $21
- Indian Home Based Cooking Class by Storyboard: $23
- Cooking Class in Jaipur with all Transport & Meals: $23
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pai $44Jaipur $3.31
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$1.04
Tours and Activities in Jaipur
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jaipur.
- 06 Days Golden Triangle Tour with Ranthambore Tiger Safari: $415
- 1 Day: Jhalana Leopard Safari+Abhaneri Step Well Tour From Jaipur: $272
- 2 Day Golden Triangle Tour to Agra and Delhi From Jaipur: $190
- 2 Day Heritage Pink City Jaipur Highlight & Sightseeing Tour: $170
- 2 Day Jaipur Private Tour + Entry Tickets: $99
- 2 Day Jaipur Tour for Authentic Experiences: $30
- 2 Day Jaipur Tour for First-Time Visitors: $27
- 2 Day Jaipur Tour with Car and Guide: $48
- 2 Days : Guided Agra Tour From Jaipur With Drop at New Delhi: $225
- 2 Days Delhi and Taj Mahal Overnight Tour from Delhi by Car: $125
- 2 Days Jaipur Private City Tour: $107
- 2 Days Ranthambore Tiger Safari with Tickets: $215
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPai $14Jaipur $2.48
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: $34
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pai and Jaipur, we can see that Pai 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 Pai would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pai 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 Pai Expensive? and Is Jaipur 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.