Which place is cheaper, Uttar Pradesh or Tehran?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tehran or Uttar Pradesh?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Tehran and Uttar Pradesh. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Tehran or Uttar Pradesh?
Tehran
The capital of Iran, Tehran is a cosmopolitan city with great museums, art galleries, parks, restaurants, and more. It is located in the northernmost part of Central Iran at the foot of the towering Alborz mountain range. Some of the most popular attractions include the Treasury of the National Jewels, Golestan Palace, and the Tajrish Bazaar.
Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh is a state in the northern plains region of India. The vast region has an ancient and interesting history which has even been said to have inspired two great epics of India, the Ramayana and Mahabharata. It is most famous for the Taj Mahal, located in Agra - the tourist capital of the region.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, and The Best Adventure Tours to India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTehran $78Uttar Pradesh $0.00
The average daily cost (per person) in Tehran is $78, while the average daily cost in Uttar Pradesh is $0.00. 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 Tehran and Uttar Pradesh in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTehran $62Uttar Pradesh -
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTehran $124Uttar Pradesh $0.00
Compare Hotels in Tehran and Uttar Pradesh
Looking for a hotel in Tehran or Uttar 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tehran $0.38Uttar Pradesh -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Uttar Pradesh
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Uttar Pradesh:
- Lucknow 3-Days Private Tour with Hotel and Transfers: $277
- Private transfer Agra to Varnashi: $230
- Private Transfer- Agra city to Delhi via Mathura: $193
- Transfer from Delhi to Jaipur with Tajmahal sight seeing: $187
- Private transfer from Agra to Varanasi by Car: $161
- Private One Way Transfer From Agra To Udaipur: $150
- Budget Transfer by Car from Agra to Varanasi Hotel: $146
- Agra to Delhi airport transfer by air-conditioned car: $130
- Private Transfer Agra to Varanasi by Car: $130
- A Taste of Agra for Foodies with Private Transfer: $130
- Private Transfers Agra To Lucknow Drop: $123
- Private Transfers Agra To Vrindavan Drop: $123
Is it cheaper to fly into Tehran or Uttar Pradesh?
Prices for flights to both Uttar Pradesh and Tehran 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 dayTehran $14Uttar Pradesh -
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Uttar Pradesh
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Uttar Pradesh.
- Tests of Best Varanasi Local Food Tour With Tourist Guide: $18
- Agra Heritage Walk with Food Tour: $20
- Local Food Tour with Cooking Class in Home Agra Including Lunch or Dinner: $20
- Indian Home Visit Cooking Demo: $25
- Agra's best cooking classes: $31
- Private Indian Cooking Demonstration and In-Home Meal Minutes from the Taj Mahal: $33
- Seth Gali Bazaar Walk with Lavish on table barbecue dinner: $38
- A Vegetarian Cooking Demonstration in Agra (Lunch or Dinner): $40
- Dinner at Agra with local Indian family : $40
- From Varanasi: Street food tour with Evening Ganga Aarti: $42
- Agra Food Tour - A walking buffet: $43
- Private Vegetarian Indian Cooking Class in Agra : $43
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tehran $4.59Uttar Pradesh -
Tours and Activities in Uttar Pradesh
Here are a few actual costs in Uttar Pradesh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Agra Local Tour with Taj Mahal : $30
- Jaipur Overnight Tour from Agra : $300
- Private 6 Hours: Agra Temples and Spiritual Sites Tour: $38
- Private Agra Local Sightseeing Tour: $47
- Private Full Day Sunrise Taj Mahal Tour With Agra Fort: $30
- Private Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Day Tour: $42
- Taj Mahal Sunrise & Agra Fort Private Tour - All Inclusive: $21
- Tajmahal Sunrise And Sunset Tour in Agra with Fatehpur Sikri: $37
- Varanasi Experience 01 Night -02 Days Tour: $85
- 01 Day Private Taj Mahal Tour (Delhi- Agra - Delhi): $140
- 05-Hours Taj Mahal & Agra Day Tour by TUK TUK: $5.00
- 06 Hours Agra City Tour - Private: $85
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTehran -Uttar Pradesh -
Sample the Local Flavors in Uttar Pradesh
Also in Uttar Pradesh, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl Lucknow: $39
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tehran and Uttar Pradesh, we can see that Tehran is more expensive. And not only is Uttar Pradesh much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tehran is in Middle East and Uttar Pradesh is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Uttar Pradesh would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Uttar Pradesh 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 Tehran would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tehran than you might in Uttar Pradesh.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tehran Expensive? and Is Uttar Pradesh Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Tehran or Uttar Pradesh?
Uttar Pradesh has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Tehran. When comparing the sizes of Tehran and Uttar Pradesh, 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.