Which place is cheaper, Kerala or Petra?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Petra or Kerala?
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 Petra and Kerala can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Petra or Kerala?
Petra
Whether you're checking off the Seven Wonders of the World, or you're just a huge Indiana Jones fan, the city of Petra must be on your bucket list. The "rose red city, half as old as time," was the capital of the Nabataean kingdom in the 6th century BC. It was the center for trade and commerce until an earthquake took out buildings and destroyed their water management system. After this destruction, the city of Petra seemed to be lost to western civilization.
Kerala
Palm trees, sandy beaches, and vibrant culture. You'll find all of these things in Kerala, India. Located in the south of the country, Kerala is known as one of the top ten paradises in the world.
This area is covered in a beautiful, natural ecosystem including backwaters, mountains, coconuts and spices. The heavy, yearlong rains provide lush and gorgeous vegetation, and earn the area a spot on the list of the wettest spots on earth.
Kerala is very different from the rest of India. For one, this area is the most literate and diverse area in in the country with churches, mosques, Hindu temples and even synagogues. This states' education and healthcare are far beyond the rest of the country- putting them on par with many Western areas of the world. However, even though this area is incredibly diverse and progressive, do not expect everyone to speak or understand English.
The best part is that this area is by far the safest in all of India. There is almost no incidence of tourists being cheated or taken for granted.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Jordan, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Jordan, The Best Luxury Tours to India, and The Best Budget Tours to India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPetra $125Kerala $0.00
The average daily cost (per person) in Petra is $125, while the average daily cost in Kerala is $0.00. 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 Petra and Kerala in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPetra $59Kerala -
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPetra $118Kerala $0.00
Compare Hotels in Petra and Kerala
Looking for a hotel in Petra or Kerala? 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: Petra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Petra $23Kerala -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Petra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Petra:
- Petra Private Transfer to or from Aqaba: $105
- Petra to Aqaba South Beach Hotels Private Transfer: $110
- Petra to Madaba Private Transfer: $140
- Petra to Sheikh Hussein Crossing Border Private Transfer: $180
- Petra to Wadi Rum Private Transfer: $80
- Private Departure Transfer: Petra Hotels to Amman Airport: $93
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Ma'in Hotel and vice versa: $73
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Petra or vice versa via the King's Highway: $120
- Private Transfer From Petra to Amman or Airport With Optional : $99
- Private Transfer Petra to/from Wadi Rum: $135
- Private Transfer from Petra City Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $93
- Private transfer Petra to/from Wadi Rum: $118
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kerala
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kerala:
- Affordable Trivandrum Airport Transfer: $15
- Kochi Airport Transfer: $15
- Kochi Airport Transfers : Budget Sedan and SUV Cabs: $18
- Private Transfer: Cochin Airport (COK) to Fort Kochi/City Hotels: $20
- Private Transfer from Trivandrum Airport to City Hotel: $23
- Cochin - private arrival transfer from airport to hotel: $25
- Private Transfer from Trivandrum Airport to Kovalam Hotel: $33
- Airport Transfer: Cochin Port Cruise Terminal to Cochin International Airport: $35
- Private Transfer from Trivandrum (TRV) Airport to Trivandrum City: $35
- Private Transfer from Trivandrum City to Trivandrum (TRV) Airport: $35
- Cochin - private departure transfer from hotel to airport: $39
- Affordable transfer from Kochi to Munnar: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Petra or Kerala?
Prices for flights to both Kerala and Petra 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 dayPetra $38Kerala -
Typical Food Prices in Petra
Some typical examples of dining costs in Petra are as follows:
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Dinner for Two$12
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Juice$1.76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Petra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Petra.
- Cooking outside in little Petra between the Mountains. : $45
- Private Outdoor bedouin Dinner in Petra: $300
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kerala
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kerala.
- Enjoy the best Food tour in kochi with a local !: $19
- Private candle light dinner: $22
- 4-Hour Private Cooking Class in Munnar: $26
- Cooking classes @ Aryavilla heritage, Varkala: $33
- Hands-on Authentic Keralite Cooking Class - Learn, Cook, Eat & Enjoy!: $35
- Tyndis Fort Cochin Traditional Culinary Experience - Homely Food Tour in Kochi: $47
- Kathakali Dance Show in Kochi with Dinner and Hotel Pick Up: $61
- Traditional Kerala Cooking Class in a Local Home in Kochi: $66
- Kochi Over View & Kathakali & Dinner.Tour: $75
- Cooking experience in Kochi, a half day tour: $128
- Kathakali Classical Dance Performance with Dinner: $141
- Philipkutty's Farm Culinary Tour including Lunch and Cooking Demo: $284
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Petra $47Kerala -
Typical Entertainment Prices in Petra
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Petra are as follows:
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Entry to Petra for One$71
Tours and Activities in Petra
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Petra are as follows:
- 3-hour Private Guided Tour In Petra with hotel pick up.: $75
- Private Indiana-Jones Archeological Trail Tour: $90
- Private Half-Day Tour of Petra with Lunch: $120
- Wadi Rum Day Tour from Petra ending in Aqaba: $138
- Private Petra Back Entrance Tour with Guide .: $140
- 3 Hour Horse Riding Adventure around the Petra Area: $145
- Wadi Rum Private Tour from Petra with Martian and Star Wars Film Site: $173
- Petra Back Entrance Private Walking Tour: $215
- Private Full-Day Tour to Petra and Wadi Rum from Dead Sea: $269
- Private Back Trail Tour of Petra starting from the Monastery : $276
Tours and Activities in Kerala
Here are a few actual costs in Kerala for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Medium Hard Trekking (munnar valley Trekking & Tours ) : $8.60
- Local and personalized Tours of Fort Kochi and Mattancherry by Tuk Tuk: $10
- Shikara Boat Alleppey Backwater Kuttanad Fantastic Boat Cruise : $11
- Half day trekking (munnar valley Trekking & Tours ): $11
- Tuk Tuk Kochi Tours with pickup from Cruise Ship: $11
- Half Day Tuk Tuk Tour in Kochi - Private Tour with Hotel Pick up: $12
- Fort Kochi Local Sightseeing Tour: $12
- 3-4 hours Kochi Tuk-Tuk Tour with Pickup from Cruise Ships: $12
- KOCHI LOCAL SIGHTSEEING TUK-TUK Tours: $12
- Kochi Tuk Tuk Tour by Experienced Story Teller : $12
- 4 Hour Private Tuk Tuk Tour in Kochi From Cruise terminal: $12
- Kochi Stories Group Tour: $12
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPetra $15Kerala -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Petra and Kerala, we can see that Petra is more expensive. And not only is Kerala much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Petra is in Middle East and Kerala 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 Kerala would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kerala 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 Petra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Petra than you might in Kerala.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Petra Expensive? and Is Kerala Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Petra or Kerala?
Kerala has a larger population, and is about 2270 times larger than the population of Petra. When comparing the sizes of Petra and Kerala, 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.