Should I Visit Pushkar or Pondicherry for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Pushkar or Pondicherry?

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 Pondicherry can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Pushkar or Pondicherry?

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.

Pondicherry

Located on the eastern coast of India in the state of Tamil Nadu, Pondicherry has a long and interesting history of trade and war as the largest French colony in India. Today the French influence in the city remains, especially in the old quarters. This being said, Pondicherry very much embodies and east-meets-west culture.

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Which place is cheaper, Pondicherry or Pushkar?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

Pushkar Prices
India Prices

Pondicherry Prices
India Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Pushkar $34

Pondicherry $40

The average daily cost (per person) in Pushkar is $34, while the average daily cost in Pondicherry is $40. 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 Pondicherry in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Pushkar $12

Pondicherry $15
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Pushkar $24

Pondicherry $30

Compare Hotels in Pushkar and Pondicherry

Looking for a hotel in Pushkar or Pondicherry? 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 and Pondicherry Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Pushkar $4.81

Pondicherry $5.49

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pushkar

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pushkar:

Transfer From Udaipur To Pushkar Via Chittorgarh Fort: $52
Private Transfers Pushkar To Udaipur Drop: $59
Private Transfers Pushkar To New Delhi Drop: $59
Private Transfers Pushkar To Jodhpur Drop: $47
Private Transfer from Pushkar to Jaipur: $41
Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Udaipur In AC Vehicle: $112
Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Ranthambore In AC Vehicle: $117
Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To New Delhi In AC Vehicle: $112
Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Mount Abu In AC Vehicle: $112
Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Jodhpur In AC Vehicle: $71
Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Jaipur In AC Vehicle: $45
Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Agra In AC Vehicle: $112

Is it cheaper to fly into Pushkar or Pondicherry?

Prices for flights to both Pondicherry 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 $17

Pondicherry $18

Typical Food Prices in Pushkar

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

Lunch

$2.32

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pondicherry

For Pondicherry, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

Indian Cooking Class in Pondicherry: $28
French-Creole Cooking Class in Pondicherry with a Local Family: $78
South Indian Dinner With A Local Family In Pondicherry: $141
Cooking class in Pondicherry (with Lunch or Dinner): $268

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Pushkar $7.97

Pondicherry $11

Tours and Activities in Pushkar

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

Afternoon Walk Tour with Sunset & Fire Ritual -The Pushkar Route : $7.00
Afternoon Walking tour with Sunset & Arti -The Pushkar Route: $6.93
Cultural Walk of Pushkar (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
Evening Walking Tour with Fire Rituals-The Pushkar Route: $6.93
Evening Walking tour with Fire Ceremony - The Pushkar Route : $8.00
Experience Private Food And Culture Walk-The Pushkar Route: $15
Experience Pushkar Camel Fair Festival with Transportation & Guide only: $53
Food Walk Tour Pushkar (2 hours guided food tasting walk): $24
From Jaipur : Ajmer Pushkar Private Tour by Cab with Guide: $51
From Jaipur : Private Ajmer Pushkar Tour by Cab: $62
From Jaipur: Private Ajmer & Pushkar Tour by Cab: $35
From Jaipur: Private Ajmer and Pushkar Guided Tour: $92

Tours and Activities in Pondicherry

For Pondicherry, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

Magical Pondicherry Markets Tour : $13
Spiritual Walk Tour Pondicherry: $13
Pondicherry Art Trails (2 Hours Guided Walking Tours): $13
Heritage & Cultural Walking Tour of Pondicherry : $14
The Unique Pondicherry City Bike Tour : $21
Guided City Tour in Pondicherry with complimentary refreshments: $47
The Best of A Private Sightseeing Tour: $47
Pondicherry Historical and Spiritual Guided Tour: $67
Sri Arunachaleswara Temple Tour From Pondicherry: $77
Private Custom Tour: Pondicherry Sightseeing with Guide: $81
Private Day Tour from Pondicherry to Tranquebar Treasures: $84
Full Day Guided Tour of Pondicherry with lunch and hotel pickup: $95

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Pushkar $6.48

Pondicherry $6.69

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pushkar and Pondicherry, we can see that Pondicherry 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 Pondicherry would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pondicherry 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 Pondicherry Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Pushkar or Pondicherry?

Pondicherry has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Pushkar. When comparing the sizes of Pushkar and Pondicherry, 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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Should you visit Pushkar or Pondicherry?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Pushkar or Pondicherry?

Pushkar

Pondicherry

Which place is cheaper, Pondicherry or Pushkar?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Pushkar and Pondicherry

Local Transportation

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pushkar

Is it cheaper to fly into Pushkar or Pondicherry?

Food

Typical Food Prices in Pushkar

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pondicherry

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Pushkar

Tours and Activities in Pondicherry

Alcohol

Which is Bigger, Pushkar or Pondicherry?

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Should you visit Pushkar or Pondicherry?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Pushkar or Pondicherry?

Pushkar

Pondicherry

Which place is cheaper, Pondicherry or Pushkar?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Pushkar and Pondicherry

Local Transportation

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pushkar

Is it cheaper to fly into Pushkar or Pondicherry?

Food

Typical Food Prices in Pushkar

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pondicherry

Entertainment

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