Which place is cheaper, Madhya Pradesh or Pushkar?
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 Pushkar or Madhya Pradesh?
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 Madhya Pradesh can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pushkar or Madhya Pradesh?
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.
Madhya Pradesh
Translating to "central region," Madhya Pradesh is a state centrally located within the plains of India. While it is not a major tourist hub, the region has plenty to showcase in regards to the history, art, religion, and culture of central India.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in India, The Best Cultural Tours in India, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in India, and The Best Photography Tours in India.
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Pushkar Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPushkar $31Madhya Pradesh $1,247
The average daily cost (per person) in Pushkar is $31, while the average daily cost in Madhya Pradesh is $1,247. 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 Madhya Pradesh in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPushkar $11Madhya Pradesh $542
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPushkar $22Madhya Pradesh $1,084
Compare Hotels in Pushkar and Madhya Pradesh
Looking for a hotel in Pushkar or Madhya Pradesh? 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: Pushkar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pushkar $4.35Madhya Pradesh $189
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pushkar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pushkar:
- Jaipur: Private Transfer to Jodhpur with Pushkar tour: $62
- Jodhpur :Private Transfer to Jaisalmer, Jaipur, Pushkar: $47
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Agra In AC Vehicle: $112
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Jaipur In AC Vehicle: $45
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Jodhpur In AC Vehicle: $71
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Mount Abu In AC Vehicle: $112
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To New Delhi In AC Vehicle: $112
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Ranthambore In AC Vehicle: $117
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Udaipur In AC Vehicle: $112
- Private Transfer from Pushkar to Jaipur: $37
- Private Transfers Pushkar To Udaipur Drop: $54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Madhya Pradesh
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Madhya Pradesh:
- Private Transfer from Bhopal to Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport: $44
- Private Transfer from Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport to Bhopal: $44
- Private Transfer from Indore to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR) Airport: $47
- Private Transfer from Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR) Airport to Indore: $47
- Private Custom Tour: Orchha Sightseeing with Guide and transfers: $106
Is it cheaper to fly into Pushkar or Madhya Pradesh?
Prices for flights to both Madhya Pradesh 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
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Food Meals for one dayPushkar $16Madhya Pradesh $461
Typical Food Prices in Pushkar
Some typical examples of dining costs in Pushkar are as follows:
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Lunch$2.10
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pushkar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Pushkar.
- Traditional Rajasthani Cooking Class with Local Family in Pushkar: $69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pushkar $7.21Madhya Pradesh $343
Tours and Activities in Pushkar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Pushkar are as follows:
- Walking Sightseeing Tour - The Shine Pushkar: $5.37
- Spiritual City Walking Tour-THE Pushkar Route: $6.76
- 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 Ceremony - The Pushkar Route: $8.00
- Private Historical Walking Tour in Nasiyan Jain Temple: $8.61
- Cultural Walk of Pushkar (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Experience Private Food And Culture Walk-The Pushkar Route: $15
- Pushkar 2 Hour Walking Tour with Guide: $15
- Private Tour Guide Pushkar: $17
- Food Walk Tour Pushkar (2 hours guided food tasting walk): $22
- Private tours in car, city tour: $29
Tours and Activities in Madhya Pradesh
Here are a few actual costs in Madhya Pradesh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 6D Bhasma Aarti VR Experience at Mahakaleshwar Temple Ujjain: $3.01
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Khajuraho (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $11
- Spiritual Trails of Orchha (2 Hours Guided Temples Walking Tour): $12
- Khajuraho Food Crawl (2 Hours Guided Local Food Tasting Tour): $21
- Indore Local Tour: $22
- Raneh waterfall Khajuraho (motorcycle tour): $27
- Gwalior to Agra Perfect day Tour Private: $34
- Private Guided Heritage and Cultural Tour in Khajuraho: $48
- Full Day 8-hours Heritage Tour to Khajuraho Temples: $51
- Ujjain and Mahakaleshwar Temple Private Day Tour from Indore: $52
- Gwalior City tour with Gwalior fort, Jai Vilas palace & Holy Temples: $53
- Khajuraho: Customized Private Temple Tour with Hotel Pickup: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPushkar $5.86Madhya Pradesh $150
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pushkar and Madhya Pradesh, we can see that Madhya Pradesh 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 Madhya Pradesh would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Madhya Pradesh 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 Madhya Pradesh Expensive?.
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.