A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Tiberias vs. Agra for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Tiberias or Agra?

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

Should I visit Tiberias or Agra? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Tiberias or Agra?

Tiberias

Tiberias is a major tourist destination in Israel. It's positioned on the western side of the Sea of Galilee and is a popular spot for Israeli and international tourists alike. The town itself offers great views of the beautiful blue waters and the surrounding green hills. Tiberias is also considered to be one of the Jewish Four Holy Cities. Many people also use Tiberias as a jumping off point to explore the Golan Heights area.

Agra

In the north of India, in the state of Uttar Pradesh is the city of Agra. This land is home to great tales of emperors and majestic temples. It is the home to a magnificent past and the greatest symbol of love known to man, the Taj Mahal.

While this incredible structure is the main draw to this area, there is much more to see. Once the capital of the Mughal Empire, Agra can claim three different UNESCO World Heritage sites - the Taj Mahal, the Agra Fort and the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikiri.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Religious Tours in Israel, The Best Luxury Tours to Israel, The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India.


Which place is cheaper, Agra or Tiberias?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Tiberias is $110, while the average daily cost in Agra is $54. 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 Tiberias and Agra in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Tiberias $56
    Agra $15
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Tiberias $112
    Agra $30
Compare Hotels in Tiberias and Agra

Looking for a hotel in Tiberias or Agra? 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 Tiberias


Hotels in Agra


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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: Tiberias Hotel Prices and Agra Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Tiberias $4.64
    Agra $10

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Agra

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


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.58

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agra

Also for Agra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • A Taste of Agra for Foodies with Private Transfer: $114
  • Agra : Transfer To Jaipur Via Chand Baori & Fatehpur Sikri: $50
  • Agra to Delhi (one-way shared transfer): $67
  • Agra to Delhi Private Luxury Transfer: $76
  • Agra to Delhi airport transfer by air-conditioned car: $130
  • Agra to Delhi airport transfer by air-conditioned car: $67
  • Agra to Jaipur Transfer via Chand Bawdi & Fatehpur Sikri: $52
  • Agra to New Delhi One Way Transfer by Private Car: $60
  • Half Day Tour of Taj Mahal and Agra Fort with Transfers: $27
  • Mohabbat the Taj show tickets and agra transfers: $47
  • Mohabbat the Taj show tickets and agra transfers: $52
  • One-Way Private Transfer to/from Delhi: $87

Is it cheaper to fly into Tiberias or Agra?

Prices for flights to both Agra and Tiberias 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
    Tiberias $49
    Agra $26
Typical Food Prices in Tiberias

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Tiberias:


  • Lunch for Two
    $5.42
  • Pastry
    $1.90

Typical Food Prices in Agra

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Agra:


  • Breakfast for Two
    $2.09

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agra

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

  • Agra best Cooking class after Taj Mahal: $5.80
  • Agra Cooking Classes (Pick up and Drop available): $18
  • Local Food Tour with Cooking Class in Home Agra: $21
  • Street Food Tour with Spice Market on Tuk-Tuk: $21
  • Tuk-Tuk Ride and Street Food Tour with Spice Market: $22
  • Cooking Workshop and Vegetarian Dinner in Agra with Family: $29
  • Cooking Class and Much More in a Local Family Home: $29
  • Indian Food Private Cooking Class: $29
  • Private Indian Cooking Demonstration and In-Home Meal Minutes from the Taj Mahal: $33
  • Watch Bollywood Movie with Dinner in Agra: $35
  • Indian Home Visit Cooking Demo: $38
  • Dinner at Agra with local Indian family : $40

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Tiberias $11
    Agra $19
Typical Entertainment Prices in Tiberias

Here are a few typical costs in Tiberias for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Two Bikes for Day
    $33

Tours and Activities in Tiberias

Here are a few actual costs in Tiberias for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Culinary Day Tour of the Galilee: $287
  • Haifa Shore Excursion: Nazareth and the Galilee - for cruise ship guests only: $115
  • Safed Wine & Cheese Tour: $250
  • Shabbat Experience in Tzfat with Wine Pairing: $160

Typical Entertainment Prices in Agra

For Agra, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Entry to the Red Fort for Two
    $6.96
  • Taj Mahal for Two
    $17

Tours and Activities in Agra

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Agra.

  • Mughal Carpet Co. Agra :- Handmade Rugs Demonstration Tour: $0.81
  • Handmade Marble Demonstration Tour: $0.99
  • Agra : Taj Mahal tour with guide: $1.16
  • Skip-the-line entry ticket on Taj Mahal tour: $1.16
  • Agra:- Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal Private Tour: $1.16
  • Sunrise Taj Mahal & Mausoleum Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line: $1.60
  • Taj Mahal and Mausoleum Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry: $1.62
  • Taj Mahal & Agra fort Skip-the-Line Tour By Car with Options: $2.00
  • Taj Mahal and Agra Private Guided Tour from Delhi by AC Car: $2.00
  • Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal Guided Tour with Multi Options: $2.00
  • Taj Mahal & Mausoleum Skip-The-Line Tickets & guided tour: $2.03
  • Taj Mahal Guided Tour with Skip The Line: $2.09

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Tiberias $17
    Agra $9.34


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

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


Which is Bigger, Tiberias or Agra?

Agra has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Tiberias. When comparing the sizes of Tiberias and Agra, 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.