A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Pushkar vs. Hue for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Pushkar or Hue?

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 Pushkar and Hue can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Pushkar or Hue?

Pushkar

Pushkar is a city located in the state of Rajasthan, India. The city is considered a holy one; it's famous for its Brahma temple. It is also known for its ghats, its lake, and bazaar. Brahma is one part of the holy Hindu trinity and is known sit on a lotus flower (which is what 'Pushkar' translates to). In Hindu religion, Brahma is believed to be the creator of this world and Pushkar is the most important temple.

Hue

Hue is a major city in central Vietnam and was historically the imperial capital. The city was the base for the imperial Nguyen Dynasty, which ruled from 1802 to 1945. During the Vietnam War the city faced many challenges. It was conquered by the Viet Cong and held for 24 days. During this time about 3,000 people were slaughtered for their political views, education level, or religious affiliation.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in India, The Best Cultural Tours in India, The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam, and The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in Vietnam.


Which place is cheaper, Hue or Pushkar?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Pushkar is $28, while the average daily cost in Hue is $48. 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 Pushkar and Hue in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Pushkar $12
    Hue $23
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Pushkar $24
    Hue $46
Compare Hotels in Pushkar and Hue

Looking for a hotel in Pushkar or Hue? 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.

Hotels in Pushkar


Hotels in Hue


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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: Pushkar Hotel Prices and Hue Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Pushkar $4.95
    Hue $12

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pushkar

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pushkar:

  • From Private Transfer to Jaipur: $30
  • From Pushkar : Private Transfer To Jodhpur: $30
  • One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Jodhpur: $36
  • Private Transfer from Pushkar to Jaipur: $43
  • Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Jaipur In AC Vehicle: $45
  • Private Transfers Pushkar To Jodhpur Drop: $49
  • Private Transfers Pushkar To Udaipur Drop: $49
  • Jodhpur :Private Transfer to Jaisalmer, Jaipur, Pushkar: $50
  • Private Transfers Pushkar To New Delhi Drop: $61
  • From Pushkar : Private Transfer To Udaipur: $65
  • From Jaipur : Private Pushkar Transfer in AC Car: $66
  • Private Transfer From Jaipur To Jodhpur Via Pushkar: $66

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hue

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hue:


  • Cyclo
    $0.48
  • Short Taxi Ride
    $0.88
  • Taxi Ride to Tombs
    $14

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hue

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hue:

  • Da Nang: Airport Transfer Pick up Service: $5.91
  • Transfer from Hue airport to Hue city center or vice versa: $7.10
  • Transfer between Hue Hotels and Hue Airport: $7.40
  • Private Transfer: Hue City Center - Hue Train Station: $12
  • Hue and Hoi An/ Da Nang City Shuttle Transfer Service: $13
  • Hue City: Private Transfer to/from Phu Bai International …: $14
  • Phu Bai airport to/from Hue City Center - Private Transfer: $14
  • Privated Hue Airport Transfer-Airport to Hotel or vice versa: $14
  • Private transfer Hoi An , Da Nang, Hue: $14
  • Hue Transfer to Hoi An Via Hai Van Pass & Marble Mountain: $16
  • From Hue : Transfer Hue To Hoi An with Sightseeing: $16
  • From Bus Transfer to Hoi An with Sightseeing Stops: $18

Is it cheaper to fly into Pushkar or Hue?

Prices for flights to both Hue and Pushkar 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Pushkar $10
    Hue $15
Typical Food Prices in Pushkar

Some typical examples of dining costs in Pushkar are as follows:


  • Lunch
    $2.39

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pushkar

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Pushkar.

  • Taste of Pushkar (2 Hour Guided Street Food Tour Experience): $24

Typical Food Prices in Hue

Some typical examples of dining costs in Hue are as follows:


  • River Night Market Dinner (for Two)
    $7.99
  • Two Sugarcane Drinks
    $0.80
  • Quick Lunch (for Two)
    $2.20
  • Sitdown Dinner (for Two)
    $4.39

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hue

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hue.

  • Private Healthy Cooking Class In Ancient Vietnamese Garden: $20
  • Hue Walking Street Food Tour: $27
  • Walking street food tour: $30
  • Hue : Vegetarian Cooking Class with Local Family: $31
  • Vietnamese Cooking Class with Local Family in Hue: $31
  • Hue Food Tour: Taste and tales along Perfume River: $32
  • Hue Food Tour by Walking or Cyclo or Motorcycle with Driver: $33
  • Hue Walking Food Tour: $35
  • Home Vegan/Vegetarian Cooking Class with Local Girl: $35
  • Home Cooking Class with Local Girl: $37
  • Hue:Exploring Street Food Tour With Local Guide: $37
  • Hue : Night Street Food Tour with a Local Guide: $38

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Pushkar $8.22
    Hue $11

Tours and Activities in Pushkar

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Pushkar are as follows:

  • Walking Sightseeing Tour With The Shine Pushkar: $6.26
  • City Walking Tour-THE Pushkar Route: $6.76
  • Spiritual City Walking tour -The Pushkar Route: $6.95
  • Temples Walk around 52 Ghats ( Spiritual Tour )-The Pushkar Route: $7.00
  • Afternoon Walk Tour with Sunset & Fire Ritual -The Pushkar Route : $7.00
  • Evening Walking Tour with Fire Rituals-The Pushkar Route: $7.19
  • Afternoon Walking tour with Sunset & Arti -The Pushkar Route: $7.19
  • Evening Walking tour with Fire Ceremony - The Pushkar Route : $8.00
  • Walking Sightseeing Tour - The Shine Pushkar: $8.23
  • Private Historical Walking Tour in Nasiyan Jain Temple: $9.82
  • Pushkar City Walking Tour : $9.83
  • Cultural Walk of Pushkar (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13

Typical Entertainment Prices in Hue

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Hue are as follows:


  • Boat Ride
    $7.79
  • Bicycle Rental (One Day)
    $1.12
  • Imperial Citadel Entrance
    $3.20
  • Massage at Institute for the Blind
    $1.60

Tours and Activities in Hue

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hue are as follows:

  • Traditional Singing on Huong River Ticket: $3.82
  • Hue City Tour by Private Car & English Speaking Driver: $8.80
  • Hue Car Rental: Sightseeing City Day Trip by Car with Driver: $9.23
  • Hue Sightseeing Private Car - Hue Budget Car Rental: $12
  • Discover Vietnamese Cuisine E-Ticket: $15
  • Sightseeing Bus from Hue to Hoi An (Seat in Coach): $15
  • HUE - HOI AN BUS TOUR (S.I.C): $16
  • BUS TOUR HUE - PHONG NHA: $16
  • From Hue : Full-Day Hue Imperial City Tour with Lunch: $16
  • Hue : City Highlights Full Day Tour with Lunch: $16
  • Hue Imperial City Sightseeing Full-Day Trip From Hue: $16
  • Hue Walking Tour to Imperial Citadel and Forbidden City: $19

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Pushkar $6.68
    Hue $5.79

Typical Alcohol Prices in Hue

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Hue:


  • Beer
    $1.00


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pushkar and Hue, we can see that Hue is more expensive. And not only is Pushkar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Pushkar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pushkar 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 Hue would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hue than you might in Pushkar.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pushkar Expensive? and Is Hue Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Pushkar or Hue?

Hue has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Pushkar. When comparing the sizes of Pushkar and Hue, 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.