A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Pamukkale vs. Madhya Pradesh for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Pamukkale or Madhya Pradesh?

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 Madhya Pradesh can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Madhya Pradesh?

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.

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.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in India, and The Best 2-Week Tours in India.


Which place is cheaper, Madhya Pradesh or Pamukkale?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $156, while the average daily cost in Madhya Pradesh is $15. 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 Madhya Pradesh in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Pamukkale $56
    Madhya Pradesh $8.55
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Pamukkale $112
    Madhya Pradesh $17
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Madhya Pradesh

Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale or Madhya Pradesh? 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.

Hotels in Pamukkale


Hotels in Madhya Pradesh


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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.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Pamukkale $35
    Madhya Pradesh $0.94

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamukkale

Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Antalya: Pamukkale Guided Day Trip with Lunch and Transfers: $85
  • Antalya; to Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour with Transfer: $236
  • City of Pamukkale/Denizli: Antalya Airport Private Transfer: $166
  • Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Denizli City Hotels: $104
  • Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $104
  • Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels: $82
  • Denizli City Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $137
  • Izmir Airport Private Transfer to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $361
  • Pamukkale - Karahayit Transfer from Denizli Cardak Airport: $100
  • Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon w/Flight Certificates,Champagne Toast & Hotel Transfer: $90
  • Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $109
  • Pamukkale to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport-Departure Transfer: $125

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: $86
  • Private Transfer from Indore to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR) Airport: $44
  • Private Transfer from Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR) Airport to Indore: $44
  • Private Transfer from Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport to Bhopal: $41
  • Private Transfer from Bhopal to Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport: $41

Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Madhya Pradesh?

Prices for flights to both Madhya Pradesh 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Pamukkale $69
    Madhya Pradesh $3.59

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Pamukkale $54
    Madhya Pradesh $3.33
Typical Entertainment Prices in Pamukkale

For Pamukkale, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Entrance fees Travertines & Pool
    $2.01

Tours and Activities in Pamukkale

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pamukkale.

  • Antalya: Pamukkale Guided Tour With Optional Balloon Flight: $38
  • Pamukkale City Highlights Small Group Guided Tour with Lunch: $40
  • Full Day Pamukkale City Tour From Pamukkale And Karahayit Hotels: $45
  • Pamukkale Paragliding Experience By Local Expert Pilots: $48
  • From Antalya: Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour with Lunch: $48
  • Shared Pamukkale Group Tour from Pamukkale: $57
  • From Bodrum: Pamukkale & Hierapolis Guided Tour with Lunch: $63
  • Kusadasi or Selcuk: Pamukkale Guided Group Tour: $68
  • Pamukkale Tour From Pamukkale : $71
  • Antalya: Full-Day Pamukkale Tour: $81
  • Shared Cultural Tour in Pamukkale and Hierapolis: $82
  • Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour: $85

Tours and Activities in Madhya Pradesh

Here are a few actual costs in Madhya Pradesh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 4-Hour Private Tour of the Bhopal Gas Tragedy Site: $99
  • All Inclusive Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Orchha: $96
  • Best of Khajuraho (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $82
  • Birds and Heritage: Bhoj Wetland and Bhopal City Tour: $50
  • Day Trip to Mastani Mahal & Ajaigarh Fort (Guided Private Tour from Khajuraho): $147
  • Discover the Raneh Fall from Khajuraho (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $82
  • Erotic Temple Tour of Khajuraho: $96
  • Erotic Temple Tour of Khajuraho (Full Day): $98
  • Full Day 8-hours Heritage Tour to Khajuraho Temples: $51
  • Full Day City Tour Khajuraho : $93
  • Full Day City Tour of Khaujuraho: $96
  • Full Day Khajuraho - World Heritage City Tour: $62

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Pamukkale $15
    Madhya Pradesh $2.61


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pamukkale and Madhya Pradesh, we can see that Pamukkale is more expensive. And not only is Madhya Pradesh much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Pamukkale is in Europe and Madhya Pradesh 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 Madhya Pradesh would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Madhya Pradesh 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 Madhya Pradesh.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pamukkale Expensive? and Is Madhya Pradesh Expensive?.