Which place is cheaper, Yokohama or Pokhara?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pokhara or Yokohama?
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 Yokohama can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pokhara or Yokohama?
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.
Yokohama
Located on the western coast of Tokyo Bay just south of Tokyo, Yokohama is Japan's second largest city and one of the most-visited cities by foreigners. It features one of the largest Chinatown's in the world as well as many parks and architectural landmarks.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Nepal, The Best 10-Day Tours in Nepal, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Tokyo, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Tokyo.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPokhara $19Yokohama $124
The average daily cost (per person) in Pokhara is $19, while the average daily cost in Yokohama is $124. 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 Yokohama in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPokhara $3.92Yokohama $69
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPokhara $7.84Yokohama $138
Compare Hotels in Pokhara and Yokohama
Looking for a hotel in Pokhara or Yokohama? 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 Yokohama Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pokhara $7.65Yokohama $20
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$0.75
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pokhara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pokhara:
- Comfortable One-Way Car Transfer from Pokhara to Lumbini: $78
- Direct Transfers Your Private Ride Between Pokhara & Chitwan: $156
- From Kathmandu: Luxury Sofa Seater Bus Transfer to Pokhara: $23
- From Bungee Jumping with Hotel Transfers: $94
- From Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek with Transfers: $249
- Kathmandu to 1-Way Car Transfer: $131
- Kathmandu: Private Transfer From or To Pokhara: $117
- Pokhara Airport Shuttles & Private Transfer: $15
- Pokhara Airport To Lakeside Transfer Service: $27
- Pokhara to Kathmandu: One Way Private Transfer: $170
- Ayurvedic Spa Retreat with Transfers: $48
- One way transfer To or From Chitwan: $78
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yokohama
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yokohama:
- Haneda Airport to/from Yokohama Private transfer: $119
- Haneda Airport: Private One-Way Transfer to/from Yokohama: $148
- Narita Airport to/from Yokohama Private Transfer: $324
- Narita Airport: Private One-Way Transfer to/from Yokohama: $264
- Private Departure Transfer : Yokohama City to Haneda Airport: $119
- Private Departure Transfer : Yokohama City to Narita International Airport: $239
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Cruise Port to Narita Airport NRT: $114
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Cruise Port to Tokyo: $76
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Cruise Port to Tokyo city hotels: $96
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Port to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND): $59
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Port to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND): $65
- Shared Departure Transfer : Yokohama City to Haneda Airport: $54
Is it cheaper to fly into Pokhara or Yokohama?
Prices for flights to both Yokohama 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 $8.11Yokohama $37
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$4.51
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Dessert (for 2)$3.01
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Pastries$1.50
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Dinner$6.39
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
- Nepalese Momos/ Dal Bhat Cooking Class (Cook with Delight): $25
- Nepali Cooking Class Experience and Momo Making: $28
- Nepalese Kitchen in Momos or Dal Bhat Cooking Class: $39
- Nepalese Kitchen in Pokhara Momos or Dal Bhat Cooking Class: $40
- MoMo or Dal Bhat Cooking Class at Aama Kitchen in Pokhara: $41
- 3 Hour Authentic Nepali Thakali Dish Cooking Class: $45
- From Pokhara:3 Hour authentic fish curry cooking class: $51
- Typical Nepali Snack set cooking class in Pokhara: $74
- 1 Day Momo making cooking class: $75
- Tour with Dinner to Trout Fish Farm - Bhujung River : $98
- Organic Farm Tour and Cooking Class at Durku: $115
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yokohama
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Yokohama.
- TAKOYAKI Cooking Class with All-you-can-drink in Tokyo, Roppongi: $46
- Sushi Roll and Side Dish Cooking Experience in Tokyo: $78
- 3-Hour Shared Halal-Friendly Japanese Cooking Class in Tokyo: $85
- Ginza Private Walking and Tokyo Local Food Tour: $104
- Shinjuku Izakaya Food Tour: $108
- Sakuragicho/Noge Walking & Local Food Tour: $114
- Half-day Cooking Class in Yokohama Local Shopping District: $123
- Adventurous Japanese Food Tour: $124
- Experience Izakaya With A Mini Food Tour Of Tokyo: $161
- Night Food Tour Starting Ginza: $162
- Yokohama Private Food Tours with a Local: 100% Personalized : $186
- Tokyo Allstar Food Tour: $245
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pokhara $7.28Yokohama $29
Tours and Activities in Pokhara
Here are a few actual costs in Pokhara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Tourist Bus Ticket (From Kathmandu Sofa Bus ): $0.12
- Full Day Pokhara City Sightseeing by Sharing Bus Group Tour: $6.71
- Guided Evening Walking Tour in Lakeside: $8.12
- Sightseeing tour (Unguided) in Sharing Bus: $9.26
- Visit Best Seven Tourist Destination by Sharing Bus: $10
- Group Joining Sarangkot Sunrise Tour : 3-Hour From Pokhara: $10
- Group Joining Sarangkot Sunrise Himalayas Tour: $11
- Pokhara/Baidam: Himalayas Sunrise Views from Sarangkot Tour: $12
- Sarangkot Sunrise Spectacle: Unforgettable Tour from Pokhara: $12
- Budget Unguided Tour By Sharing Bus: $12
- City Tour in Sharing Bus : $12
- Pokhara to Kathmandu Tourist Bus Ticket : $13
Tours and Activities in Yokohama
Here are a few actual costs in Yokohama for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Yokohama Zoo Zoorasia Admission Ticket: $6.29
- Marine Tower Observation Floor Ticket: $7.58
- Tokyo Walking Tour with Licensed Guide Shinjuku: $20
- Family tour with Manhole covers & Vehicles: $22
- Takoyaki making experience ~Japan's popular street food~: $23
- Easy Ramen making experience in Kabukicho, Shinjuku: $26
- Tokyo Tower: Privat tour, day or night with local guide: $27
- Experience Comparing Sake and Delicacies in shinjyuku: $32
- 【Carefully selected】Japanese sake tasting experience: $32
- 3 Hours Private Edo Tokyo Shinjuku Entertainment Tour: $32
- Walking tour focus on 5 Architecture and history: $35
- Small-Group Souvenirs Hunting Tour in Ginza: $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPokhara $6.57Yokohama $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Yokohama
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Yokohama:
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: $26
- Tokyo Hidden Izakaya and Sake Small-Group Pub Tour with Local Guide: $163
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pokhara and Yokohama, we can see that Yokohama 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 Yokohama would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yokohama 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 Yokohama Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pokhara or Yokohama?
Yokohama has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Pokhara. When comparing the sizes of Pokhara and Yokohama, 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.