Which place is cheaper, Yogyakarta or Pokhara?
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 Pokhara or Yogyakarta?
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 Yogyakarta can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pokhara or Yogyakarta?
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.
Yogyakarta
Yogyakarta, also called Yogya, Jogja, and Jogjakarta, is Java's hub of culture and art, and is the top-visited destination on the island. While Jakarta is the most populated and industrially-developed city in Indonesia, Yogya has managed to progress without losing its cultural charm, as illustrated in its well-kept traditional Indonesian architecture.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Nepal, The Best 10-Day Tours in Nepal, The Best Adventure Tours to Indonesia, and The Best Eco Tours in Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPokhara $22Yogyakarta $59
The average daily cost (per person) in Pokhara is $22, while the average daily cost in Yogyakarta is $59. 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 Yogyakarta in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPokhara $3.46Yogyakarta $33
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPokhara $6.92Yogyakarta $66
Compare Hotels in Pokhara and Yogyakarta
Looking for a hotel in Pokhara or Yogyakarta? 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 Yogyakarta Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pokhara $6.75Yogyakarta $1.19
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Pokhara
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Pokhara:
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Short Taxi Ride$0.66
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pokhara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pokhara:
- Private Transfer:- Pokhara to Chitwan (Sauraha) by car: $68
- Private Transfer: Kathmandu ↔ Pokhara by Car, Jeep & Hiace: $73
- Private Transfer from Pokhara to Kathmandu: $120
- White Water Rafting Half Day with Hotel Transfers: $70
- Transfer To Kathmandu (VIP Sofa Tourist Bus) & Back: $12
- Paragliding and Rafting Adventure with Transfers: $129
- Paragliding Experience with Hotel Transfers: $139
- One way transfer To or From Chitwan: $73
- Kusma Swing Jumping Experience with Transfer: $150
- Annapurna Foothills Day Hike with Transfers: $38
- Airport Transfer by Private Car: $11
- Pokhara to Kathmandu: One Way Private Transfer: $295
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yogyakarta
Also for Yogyakarta, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Roundtrip Transfer to Borobudur Temple: $15
- From/To Yogyakarta Airport Private Transfer: $36
- Indonesia: Yogyakarta Airport Transfer: $14
- Jepara & One Way Private Transfer: $110
- Jomblang Cave Tour from Yogyakarta with Hotel Transfer: $60
- Private Transfer Airport Jogyakarta ( Adisucipto ): $25
- Private Transfer Airport Yogyakarta (JOG) to All City Destination: $7.00
- Private Transfer from Banyuraden to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $70
- Private Transfer from Borobudur Temple to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $78
- Private Transfer from Borobudur to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $78
- Private Transfer from Brontokusuman to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $34
- Private Transfer from Condong Catur to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $70
Is it cheaper to fly into Pokhara or Yogyakarta?
Prices for flights to both Yogyakarta 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 dayPokhara $12Yogyakarta $18
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$3.98
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Dessert (for 2)$2.65
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Pastries$1.33
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Dinner$5.64
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pokhara
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Pokhara.
- Nepali cultural dinner night in Pokhara: $21
- Nepali Nights: Dinner & Cultural Dance Delight in Pokhara: $26
- MoMo or Dal Bhat Cooking Class at Aama Kitchen in Pokhara: $29
- Nepalese Kitchen in Momos or Dal Bhat Cooking Class: $29
- 3 Hour MoMo cooking class: $31
- Nepali Cooking Class and Momo Making Workshop: $42
- 3 Hour Authentic Nepali Thakali Dish Cooking Class: $45
- Pokhara Hidden Gems Off the Beaten Path and Local Food Tour: $50
- 3 Hours Momo Cooking class in Pokhara: $70
- 1 Day Momo making cooking class: $75
- Organic Farm Tour and Cooking Class at Durku: $115
- Pokhara 4 Hours Private Indian Authentic Naga Dish Cooking Class: $115
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yogyakarta
For Yogyakarta, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Ramayana Show with Transfer, Entry Fee & Dinner: $13
- Night Walking & Street Food Tour: $21
- Guided City Walk and Food Tour: $23
- Morning Walk and Food Tour: $23
- Kotagede Night Food Tour: $27
- Ramayana Ballet Performance with Optional Dinner: $28
- Yogyakarta Historical and Food Tour: $29
- Yogyakarta Evening Walking and Food Tour: $30
- Yogyakarta Cooking Class and Market Tour: $32
- Nighttime Walk and Food Tour: $32
- Cooking Class with Market Visit and Hotel Pickup: $33
- Small-Group Walking and Food Tour by Night in Yogyakarta: $33
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pokhara $6.42Yogyakarta $14
Tours and Activities in Pokhara
Here are a few actual costs in Pokhara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- "Pokhara Day Bus Sightseeing 8 points": $20
- "Pokhara Pumdikot Tour: Eagle Eye Views of Stunning Pokhara": $29
- "Sunrise and Scenic Day Hike in A Perfect Adventure: $84
- 1-Day Private Dhampus Trekking Tour: $67
- 2 Iconic Suspension Bridge Tour in Pokhara: $29
- 2-Day Private Trekking Tour to Australian Camp & Dhampus: $99
- 2-Day Scenic Mustang Tour: Pokhara to Jomsom, Kagbeni & Muktinath: $239
- 3 Days and 2 Nights Chitwan National Park Safari Tour in Pokhara: $215
- 3 Night 4 Days Lower mustang 4W jeep tour from Pokhara: $404
- 3-Day Chitwan Jungle Safari Adventure From Kathmandu/Pokhara: $161
- 4 Days Trekking to Poon Hill with Nepal Cultural Village Experience: $300
- 5 hours Private Pokhara Sightseeing Tour: $71
Tours and Activities in Yogyakarta
For Yogyakarta, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Chicken Church at Karangrejo Village Admission Ticket: $1.73
- Obelix Hills Entry Ticket: $2.18
- Indonesia: Ratu Boko Temple Entrance ticket: $3.96
- Indonesia: Prambanan Temple Entrance ticket: $3.96
- YOGYAKARTA CITY TOUR,SULTAN PALACE,WATER CASTLE AND CRAFTS.: $6.23
- Prambanan Temple Afternoon Tour: $12
- Half Day Keraton and Taman Sari Tour: $13
- Indonesia: Borobudur Temple Entrance Ticket: $14
- Prambanan Temple: Half-Day Guided Tour From Yogyakarta: $14
- Jomblang Cave & Pindul Cave Adventur Tour: $15
- Borobudur(Guarantee Climb up) Shared Guide Tour: $15
- Jomblang Cave and Pindul Cave Tour with Lunch: $15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPokhara $5.80Yogyakarta $4.41
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pokhara and Yogyakarta, we can see that Yogyakarta is more expensive. And not only is Pokhara much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Yogyakarta would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yogyakarta 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 Yogyakarta Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pokhara or Yogyakarta?
Yogyakarta has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Pokhara. When comparing the sizes of Pokhara and Yogyakarta, 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.