Which place is cheaper, Odisha (Orissa) or Paphos?
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 Paphos or Odisha (Orissa)?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Paphos or Odisha (Orissa), this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Paphos or Odisha (Orissa)?
Paphos
Located on the southwestern tip of Cyprus, Paphos has many different archaeological sights and it is renowned as the birthplace of the Greek goddess Aphrodite. The town is situated between the coast and the Troodos Mountains and it has grown in recent years as a tourist destination. As such, the local government has made efforts to improve the quality of the tourism infrastructure including investing in hotels, restaurants and transportation. There is also a commercial center to the city as well as a newly built "promenade" that travels from the marina along a long coastal path. This route offers excellent views, especially during the morning or evening hours when the sun is low.
Odisha (Orissa)
Formerly known as Orissa, Odisha is a state in eastern India located on the Bay of Bengal. It is best known for its many ancient Hindu temples and tribal cultures, as well as being a destination for beaches and eco-tourism due to its abundant greenery and wildlife.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Cyprus, The Best Tours for Seniors to Cyprus, The Best Cultural Tours in India, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPaphos €125Odisha (Orissa) €27
The average daily cost (per person) in Paphos is €125, while the average daily cost in Odisha (Orissa) is €27. 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 Paphos and Odisha (Orissa) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPaphos €48Odisha (Orissa) €12
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPaphos €96Odisha (Orissa) €24
Compare Hotels in Paphos and Odisha (Orissa)
Looking for a hotel in Paphos or Odisha (Orissa)? 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: Paphos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Paphos €12Odisha (Orissa) €7.12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paphos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Paphos:
- Private Transfer from Paphos Airport (PFO) to Limassol Port: $57
- Choirokitia & Famagusta Guided Tour with Transfers: $80
- Blue Lagoon Boat Cruise with Bus Transfer: $30
- Paphos to Paphos Int Airport (PFO) - Departure Private Transfer: $42
- Paphos Blue Lagoon Cruise: Slide, Music & Hotel Transfer: $34
- Ocean Vision: Show & Dance Night with buffet, open bar & transfer: $92
- From Nicosia Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Transfer: $70
- CO2-Offset Private Transfer Paphos Airport PFO to Nicosia City: $202
- Blue Lagoon: 3 Hours Afternoon Cruise with transfer from Paphos: $45
- Blue Lagoon cruise: giant slide & Paphos hotel transfers: $34
- Adonis Baths Waterfall Morning Transfer: $45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Odisha (Orissa)
Also for Odisha (Orissa), here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bhubaneshwar Temple Tour with Private Transfer: $182
- Private Departure Transfer from Hotel to Bhubaneswar Airport: $22
- Private Transfer from Bhubaneswar to Biju Patnaik (BBI) Airport: $40
- Private Transfer from Biju Patnaik (BBI) Airport to Bhubaneswar: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Paphos or Odisha (Orissa)?
Prices for flights to both Odisha (Orissa) and Paphos 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 dayPaphos €65Odisha (Orissa) €10
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paphos
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Paphos.
- From Sunset Drink at Aphrodite's Rock & Folk Dinner: $62
- Wave Dancer Fireworks, Buffet Dinner & Show Cruise: $73
- Cyprus: Cooking Class-Mousaka, Tzatziki & Greek Salad: $88
- Moussaka Cooking Class at a Wine Village Villa in Paphos: $220
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Paphos €12Odisha (Orissa) €5.18
Tours and Activities in Paphos
Here are a few actual costs in Paphos for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 100% Authentic Cypriot Experience Workshops, Wine and Cultural: $155
- 100% Cyprus - Tour to Troodos mountains and villages (From Paphos): $64
- 2 Hours Private Wellness Experience: $133
- Akamas Jeep Safari Tour from Paphos: $80
- Blue Lagoon (Akamas) Bus & Boat Tour with Water Slide From Paphos: $38
- Blue Lagoon Akamas Bus and Boat Tour with Water Slide from Paphos: $52
- Blue Lagoon Cruise with Sightseeing from Latchi Harbour: $29
- Blue Lagoon Cruise, Aphrodite's Grotto & Sea Caves from Paphos: $45
- Cruise and 4X4 Safari Tour at Akamas Peninsula from Aphrodite Hills: $107
- Cruise and 4X4 Safari Tour at Akamas Peninsula from Paphos: $107
- Cruise from Paphos Harbour to Blue Lagoon: All Inclusive: $93
- Cyprus Heritage Experience: $58
Tours and Activities in Odisha (Orissa)
For Odisha (Orissa), here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Konark Temple 3D skip the line Walking Tour: $4.35
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Bhubaneswar (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- History Buffs Trails in Bhubaneswar (3 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $22
- Spiritual Trails of Bhubaneswar (3 Hours Guided Temples Tour with Tuk Tuk Ride): $22
- Half Day -Private Tour: Konark Temple , Dhauli Stupa & Beach: $27
- Immersive Bhubaneswar walking tour with professional guide: $55
- 6-hour Temples tour of Bhubaneswar including hotel pick-up & drop-off: $63
- Bhubaneswar: 3-hour Day Tour to Udayagiri-Khandagiri and Dhaula Hills: $66
- Discover Dhauli Shanti Stupa Bhubaneswar(Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $73
- Best of Bhubaneswar (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $73
- Konark and Chilika Lake: A Private Day Tour from Bhubaneshwar: $73
- 8-hours Full Day Tour of Bhubaneswar including Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off: $78
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPaphos €9.98Odisha (Orissa) €5.80
Sample the Local Flavors in Paphos
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paphos:
- Wine tasting and winery tour at Fikardos Winery: $40
- Paphos Highlights Baths of Aphrodite's and Wine Tasting Tour: $56
- Scenic Troodos Mountains Tour with Wine Tasting from Paphos: $64
- Paphos - Troodos Mountains 4x4 Tour with Free Wine Tasting: $70
- Troodos Mountains Jeep Tour with Wine Tasting: $73
- Wine tasting on-board the Demetris Chara BBQboat BlueLagoon tours: $87
- Local Wineries Tour with Wine Tastings: $111
- Troodos Mountains Vino Venture: All Inclusive Full Day Wine Tour: $138
- Private Wine Tour with Tastings and Winery Visits: $762
Sample the Local Flavors in Odisha (Orissa)
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Odisha (Orissa):
- Pub Crawl Bhubaneswar: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Paphos and Odisha (Orissa), we can see that Paphos is more expensive. And not only is Odisha (Orissa) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Paphos is in Europe and Odisha (Orissa) 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 Odisha (Orissa) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Odisha (Orissa) 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 Paphos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paphos than you might in Odisha (Orissa).
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Paphos Expensive? and Is Odisha (Orissa) 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.