Which place is cheaper, Haridwar or Pamukkale?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pamukkale or Haridwar?
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 Pamukkale and Haridwar can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Haridwar?
Pamukkale
Pamukkale is in southeastern Aegean Turkey and is historically a spa town that has been in existence since the 2nd century BC. It is popular with tourists for its beautiful hot springs and travertines, or pools that are coated in a very unique calcium covering. The area is very rich in mineral content and the water, which has been flowing for thousands of years, has deposited calcium in each pool. This unique whiteness creates an unworldly beauty that draws visitors from around the world. If you're visiting during the summer months when the sun is out in full force, don't forget the sunscreen, as the white reflects the light and you can end up with a sunburn quite quickly. You'll also want to make sure you have sunglasses available because the glare can be quite extreme.
Haridwar
A spiritual journey is not complete without a trip to Haridwar as it is the lands of legends and tales cleansed by the Holy Ganga and regarded as the Holiest places for washing of sins. Haridwar is located on the foothills of the Himalayas making the place a truly memorable experience. After making a Haridwar Darshan, you will find most of your answers regarding the unknown and uncertainties. Rishikesh is very close to Haridwar, for waking the adrenaline rush in you. One can plan out so many activities to do in Haridwar for a fun filling vacation.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best Photography Tours in India, and The Best Religious Tours in India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPamukkale $156Haridwar $31
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $156, while the average daily cost in Haridwar is $31. 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 Pamukkale and Haridwar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $56Haridwar $15
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $112Haridwar $30
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Haridwar
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale or Haridwar? 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: Pamukkale Hotel Prices and Haridwar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $35Haridwar $5.30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamukkale
Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Izmir Airport Private Transfer to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $361
- Antalya; to Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour with Transfer: $236
- City of Pamukkale/Denizli: Antalya Airport Private Transfer: $166
- Denizli City Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $137
- Pamukkale to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport-Departure Transfer: $125
- Transfer from Denizli Airport to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $124
- Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $109
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Denizli City Hotels: $104
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $104
- Pamukkale - Karahayit Transfer from Denizli Cardak Airport: $100
- Private Denizli Pamukkale Airport Transfer Service: $98
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon w/Flight Certificates,Champagne Toast & Hotel Transfer: $90
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Haridwar
Also for Haridwar, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Dehradun- Transfers+Hotel+Sightseeing: $271
- Delhi To Haridwar Transfer: $75
- Private Transfer from Mussoorie to Delhi: $53
- Private Transfer from Rishikesh to Delhi: $47
- Private Transfer from Haridwar to Delhi: $44
- Affordable transfer from Haridwar to Delhi: $39
- Affordable transfer from Dehradun to Delhi: $39
- Affordable transfer from Rishikesh to Delhi: $39
- Private Transfer from Dehradun Airport to Rishikesh: $35
- Affordable Dehradun airport transfer to Rishikesh: $20
- Affordable transfer from Rishikesh to Dehradun Airport: $20
- Affordable Dehradun Airport Transfer.: $15
Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Haridwar?
Prices for flights to both Haridwar and Pamukkale 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 dayPamukkale $69Haridwar $10
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Haridwar
For Haridwar, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sattvic Traditional Cooking Classes, Rishikesh India: $35
- Rishikesh Half Day Street Food Tour: $45
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pamukkale $54Haridwar $9.16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Pamukkale
For Pamukkale, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entrance fees Travertines & Pool$2.01
Tours and Activities in Pamukkale
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pamukkale.
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tours: $121
- All-inclusive Private Guided Tour of Pamukkale: $256
- Antalya: Full-Day Pamukkale Tour: $81
- Antalya: Pamukkale Guided Tour With Optional Balloon Flight: $38
- Aphrodisias&Pamukkale Tour with Lunch from Izmir&Kusadasi: $301
- Best Rates Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour : $278
- Daily Guided Pamukkale Tour included Pick Up from Denizli Airport: $118
- Daily Guided Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Hotel in Pamukkale.: $93
- Daily Pamukkale Guided Tour with extra Red spring enjoyment.: $93
- Daily Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Denizli Airport : $109
- Daily Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Denizli Bus station: $104
- Daily Pamukkale and Kaklik Cave Tour with drop-off at Denizli Airport: $230
Tours and Activities in Haridwar
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Haridwar.
- Adventure trip in Chakrata : $37
- Caving Tour in Rishikesh - 6 Hrs.: $45
- Day tour Haridwar Rishikesh Ganges: $72
- Discovering Dehradun: A Full Day Guided Tour: $61
- Experience Spiritual Culture in Rishikesh with a local - A Unique Walking Tour: $14
- From Delhi: 2-Day Tour of Rishikesh and Haridwar: $337
- Guided Food Crawl Tour of Mussoorie with a local: $25
- Guided Haunted & Mysterious Walking Tour of Mussoorie: $13
- Guided Night Walking Tour in Rishikesh - Explore the best nightlife with a local: $13
- Haridwar Tanga Tour: $29
- Highlights of Rishikesh & Haridwar (Guided Fullday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $150
- Jungle Safari - Rajaji National Park Half Day Tour: $107
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPamukkale $15Haridwar $6.81
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pamukkale and Haridwar, we can see that Pamukkale is more expensive. And not only is Haridwar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Pamukkale is in Europe and Haridwar is in Asia, 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 Haridwar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Haridwar 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 Pamukkale would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pamukkale than you might in Haridwar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pamukkale Expensive? and Is Haridwar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pamukkale or Haridwar?
Haridwar has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Pamukkale. When comparing the sizes of Pamukkale and Haridwar, 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.