Should you visit Pokhara or Prague?
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 Pokhara and Prague can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pokhara or Prague?
Pokhara
Pokhara is the second largest city in Nepal and is strategically located near the popular Annapurna Circuit. The Annapurna Circuit, or the "Apple Pie Trail", is a popular trek through the Annapurna Valley that makes a circular route through stunning mountainous landscapes. Several other trekking options can be found in this region, too. Many people use Pohkara as a place to prepare or recover from their recently completed treks because it is less intimidating than the larger city of Kathmandu.
Prague
Prague is the capital city of the Czech Republic. It is also the largest city in the country and one of the largest cities in Central Europe. Prague has long enticed travelers for its beautiful architecture, impressive bridges, detailed cathedrals, and fascinating history. Prague is unique in that is remained almost completely undamaged during World War II. The medieval city center still feels like you've stepped back in time. Despite this historic atmosphere, there is still a lot of vibrant energy and you'll find many different live music venues, art galleries, modern restaurants, and unique festivals throughout the year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Nepal, The Best 10-Day Tours in Nepal, The Best Budget Tours to Czech Republic, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic.
Which place is cheaper, Prague or Pokhara?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
The average daily cost (per person) in Pokhara is $21, while the average daily cost in Prague is $140. 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 Pokhara and Prague in more detail.
Accommodation
Looking for a hotel in Pokhara or Prague? 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:
Pokhara Hotel Prices and
Prague Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Pokhara
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Pokhara:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pokhara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pokhara:
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Airport Transfer by Private Car:
$11
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Transfer To Kathmandu (VIP Sofa Tourist Bus) & Back:
$12
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Pokhara Airport Shuttles & Private Transfer:
$15
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Pokhara ↔️ Kathmandu: VIP Luxury Sofa Bus Transfer (Rainbow):
$16
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Annapurna Foothills Day Hike with Transfers:
$38
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From Private Car Transfer To Chitwan:
$59
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Comfortable Private Transfer from Pokhara to Chitwan:
$66
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Private Transfer:- Pokhara to Chitwan (Sauraha) by car:
$68
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White Water Rafting Half Day with Hotel Transfers:
$70
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One way transfer To or From Chitwan:
$73
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Private Transfer: Kathmandu ↔ Pokhara by Car, Jeep & Hiace:
$73
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Pokhara to Kathmandu One Way Transfer by Private AC Car:
$80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Prague
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Prague:
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Airport → City → Airport ( Private Transfer):
$59
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Airport Prague Private Transfers for up to 6 People:
$103
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Airport Transfer: Prague Airport PRG to Prague by Business Car:
$56
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Airport Transfer: Prague Airport PRG to Prague by Luxury Car:
$73
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Airport Transfer: Prague Airport PRG to Prague by Luxury Van:
$68
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Airport Transfer: Prague to Prague Airport PRG by Luxury Car:
$73
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Arrival Private Transfer from Prague Airport PRG to Prague City in Car/Van:
$61
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Arrival Transfer: Prague Airport PRG to Prague by Business Car:
$56
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Cesky Krumlov to Prague - Private Transfer with 2 hours of Sightseeing:
$184
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From Prague to Berlin, Private Transfer with Sightseeing Stops with Local Driver:
$237
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Hradčany Prague Castle Guided Tour, Tickets, Transfers:
$148
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Prague Airport (PRG) Departure Transfer from Prague City:
$51
Is it cheaper to fly into Pokhara or Prague?
Prices for flights to both Prague and Pokhara 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 day
Pokhara $12
Prague $49
Typical Food Prices in Pokhara
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Pokhara:
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Dinner for Two
$3.88
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Dessert (for 2)
$2.59
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Pastries
$1.29
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Dinner
$5.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pokhara
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Pokhara.
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Nepali cultural dinner night in Pokhara:
$21
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Nepali Nights: Dinner & Cultural Dance Delight in Pokhara:
$26
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MoMo or Dal Bhat Cooking Class at Aama Kitchen in Pokhara:
$29
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Nepalese Kitchen in Momos or Dal Bhat Cooking Class:
$29
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3 Hour MoMo cooking class:
$31
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Nepali Cooking Class and Momo Making Workshop:
$42
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3 Hour Authentic Nepali Thakali Dish Cooking Class:
$45
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Thakali food Cooking Class in Pokhara:
$50
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Nepali Cooking Class in Pokhara with a Local Family:
$60
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1 Day Momo making cooking class:
$75
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Tour with Dinner to Trout Fish Farm - Bhujung River:
$98
Typical Food Prices in Prague
Some typical examples of dining costs in Prague are as follows:
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Fruit
$4.60
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Lunch for One
$14
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Bananas
$0.65
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Cookies
$0.36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Prague
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Prague.
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Anti Tour Prague - Self Guided Beer and Food Tour:
$17
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Prague Comedy Walking Tour with Unlimited Drinks & Dinner:
$56
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Prague Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Buffet Dinner:
$60
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Folklore Dinner with Unlimited Drinks 4course Menu:
$65
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Prague 5 Courses Medieval Dinner and Live Performances:
$73
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Small-Group Local Pubs Walking Tour And Traditional Czech Dinner:
$74
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Prague Old Town And Beer Walking Tour Including Dinner:
$80
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Folkloric Dinner with Transfer:
$80
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3-Hour Prague by Night Dinner Cruise:
$81
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Folklore Evening with Music and Dinner:
$86
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Prague Crystal Dinner: 3-Hour Panoramic Glass Boat Cruise:
$93
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PragueWay Food Tour: Hidden Flavors & Scenic Views:
$95
Entertainment
Tours and Activities in Pokhara
Here are a few actual costs in Pokhara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Sarangkot Sunrise with Half or Full-Day City Tour:
$7.47
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From Sarangkot Sunrise Himalayas Tour:
$7.84
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Pokhara to Chitwan Tourist Bus Sofa seater:
$9.00
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Sarangkot Sunrise Himalayas: Tour 3 hour private tour:
$9.16
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Quick Devi’s Water Fall Tour:
$9.26
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Guided Evening Walking Tour in Lakeside:
$9.52
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Visit Best Seven Tourist Destination by Sharing Bus:
$9.52
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Paragliding, Bungy Jump and Zipline Combo Adventure:
$10
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City Sightseeing Group Budget Bus Tour:
$10
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Pokhara Places of Interest Tour by Sharing Bus:
$10
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Sarangkot Sunrise & Private Full-Day Highlights Tour:
$10
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Pokhara to Kathmandu Tourist Sofa Bus:
$10
Typical Entertainment Prices in Prague
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Prague are as follows:
Tours and Activities in Prague
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Prague are as follows:
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Electric Trike Tour in Prague - City Sightseeing & Fun Riding:
$3.42
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Grand City Tour of Prague on Retro Styled E-Bike:
$3.42
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Prague Panoramic Views Live Guided Tour on Trike EBike EScooter:
$3.42
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Grand City Tour on E-Trike in Prague:
$3.42
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Prague's Viewpoints & Sightseeing on Comfortable E-bike:
$3.42
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Prague's Panoramic Viewpoints & Sightseeing on Electric Trike:
$3.42
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Prague on Stylish Retro styled E-Bike - Viewpoints & Sightseeing:
$3.42
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Prague Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour:
$3.42
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Scenic Panoramic views e-Scooter/ eBike Guided Tour of Prague:
$3.42
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Prague Segway Fun & Beer tour with a guide:
$3.43
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Prague Castle E-scooter Tour:
$3.43
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Prague Castle Tour:
$3.43
Alcohol
Typical Alcohol Prices in Prague
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Prague from other travelers:
Sample the Local Flavors in Prague
Also in Prague, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
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Prague Blaze Pub Crawl 2hr Unlimited Drinks and Top Club Entry:
$37
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Drunken Monkey Blaze Pub Crawl: 2hr Unlimited Drinks & Club EP!C:
$37
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Prague Pub Crawl with Unlimited Drinks & 5 Story Club Entry:
$39
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Pub Crawl: 2Hour Open Bar, Welcome Shots & VIP Club-Limited Spots:
$43
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2.5-Hour Prague Wine Tasting Walking Tour:
$50
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Prague Historic Pub Tour with Drinks Included:
$62
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Brewery tour in the center of Prague:
$66
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Prague Microbrewery Tour and Beer Tasting:
$72
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COUNTRY BIKE TOUR TO UNETICE BREWERY. Bike / e-Bike tour:
$74
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Czech Local Wine Tasting in Grape & Sour:
$80
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Prague Private Brewery Tour:
$86
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Strahov Monastery and Brewery Experience with Pickup:
$90
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pokhara and Prague, we can see that Prague is more expensive. And not only is Pokhara much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Pokhara is in Asia and Prague is in Europe, 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 Pokhara would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pokhara 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 Prague would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Prague than you might in Pokhara.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pokhara Expensive? and Is Prague Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pokhara or Prague?
Prague has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Pokhara. When comparing the sizes of Pokhara and Prague, 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.
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