Which place is cheaper, Amritsar or Srinagar?
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 Srinagar or Amritsar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Srinagar or Amritsar, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Srinagar or Amritsar?
Srinagar
Lying on the banks of the Jhelum River, Srinagar is the largest city and the summer capital of the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is best known for its gardens, waterfronts, and houseboats as well as local traditional Kashmiri handicrafts and dried fruits.
Amritsar
Amritsar is a holy city of the Sikh religion, named "holy pool of nectar" for the pool around the base of the Golden Temple complex. This complex is the city's main attraction, bringing pilgrims from all over to bathe in the waters of the sacred pool and visit the sacred temple.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New Delhi, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Mumbai.
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Srinagar Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySrinagar $29Amritsar $66
The average daily cost (per person) in Srinagar is $29, while the average daily cost in Amritsar is $66. 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 Srinagar and Amritsar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSrinagar $15Amritsar $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSrinagar $30Amritsar $44
Compare Hotels in Srinagar and Amritsar
Looking for a hotel in Srinagar or Amritsar? 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: Srinagar Hotel Prices and Amritsar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Srinagar $2.51Amritsar $16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Srinagar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Srinagar:
- 5-Days Kashmir tour includes Private Transfers: $295
- Premium Srinagar Airport Transfer: Cheap & Comfort: $36
- Private Round-trip Transfer from Srinagar to Gulmarg: $36
- Private Transfer from Sheikh ul-Alam (SXR) Airport to Srinagar: $75
- Private Transfer from Srinagar to Sheikh ul-Alam (SXR) Airport: $75
- Srinagar Airport Transfers Taxi Service: $16
- Srinagar To Leh, Ladakh Taxi (One way Transfer): $239
- Doodhpathri Day Trip with Transfers: $33
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amritsar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Amritsar:
- Amritsar 02 days :Wagha border: Airport transfer Eng. guide: $208
- Amritsar to Dharamshala Tour (One Way Transfer): $87
- Private Wagah Border Drama and the Golden Temple with Transfer: $126
- VIP Amritsar Airport Transfer: Comfort & Convenience: $17
Is it cheaper to fly into Srinagar or Amritsar?
Prices for flights to both Amritsar and Srinagar 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 daySrinagar $8.75Amritsar $32
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amritsar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Amritsar.
- Amritsar Food Tour: $22
- Amritsar Food Tour: $25
- Agra: Guided Street Food Tour w/ Private Transportation: $28
- Amritsar Food Tour: $30
- Wagah Border Retreat Ceremony With Dinner: $45
- Evening Tour to Sadda Pind with Dinner: $60
- Indo-Pak Beating Retreat Ceremony at Wagah Border & Dinner: $67
- Beating Retreat Ceremony, Sadda Pind and Dinner: $71
- Private Farm-Fresh Punjabi Cooking Class in Amritsar: $136
- Sadda Pind With Lunch Or Dinner From Amritsar: $164
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Srinagar $10Amritsar $15
Tours and Activities in Srinagar
Here are a few actual costs in Srinagar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Sher-e-khas Heritage Walking Tour: $29
- Gulmarg Day Tour - Explore the Meadow of Flowers: $52
- Sonamarg Day Tour - The Golden Meadow Adventure: $55
- Rah-e-Kashmir: ANCIENT SITES GUIDED TOUR: $58
- Private Old City and Mughal Gardens Guided Tour: $58
- Pahalgam Tour via Saffron Farms & Apple Valley from Srinagar: $60
- Srinagar Splendors: A Private City Tour: $64
- Gulmarg Adventure: A Thrilling Day Trip from Srinagar: $69
- Private Custom Tour: Gulmarg local Sightseeing with guide: $84
- Private Custom Tour: Pahalgam sightseeing with guide: $84
- A Private Guided Walking Tour Through Old Srinagar: $120
- Full day private tour of Srinagar for Kashmir experience : $135
Tours and Activities in Amritsar
Here are a few actual costs in Amritsar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Agra : Taj Mahal & Mausoleum Tour With Skip-the-Line Entry: $6.93
- Walk and Explore Amritsar City: Guided Walking Tour by Foot: $14
- Agra: Agra Fort and Baby Taj Private Tour with Pickup & Drop: $15
- Village Tour in Amritsar Countryside of Punjab: $16
- Amritsar Heritage Walking Tour: $18
- Golden Temple and Jallianwala Bagh Guided Tour: $18
- Cultural Walk of Amritsar (2 hours guided walking tour): $18
- Golden Temple Guided Tour (Planet Amritsar Inc.): $19
- Real Village Tour Amritsar: $20
- Golden Temple and Jallianwala Bagh Guided Tour: $22
- Amritsar Full Day City Tour with Transportation (10 Hours): $22
- Amritsar Customizable Tour Tailored Just for You: $24
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySrinagar $2.51Amritsar $13
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Srinagar and Amritsar, we can see that Amritsar is more expensive. And not only is Srinagar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Srinagar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Srinagar 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 Amritsar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Amritsar than you might in Srinagar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Srinagar Expensive? and Is Amritsar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Srinagar or Amritsar?
Amritsar has a larger population, and is about 12% larger than the population of Srinagar. When comparing the sizes of Srinagar and Amritsar, 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.