A Travel Price Comparison for India Udaipur vs. Dharamsala for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

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Should you visit Udaipur or Dharamsala?

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 Udaipur and Dharamsala. 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: Udaipur or Dharamsala?

Udaipur

Udaipur, also known as the "Venice of the East," is becoming increasingly popular as an Indian wedding destination as well as with travelers searching for a romantic and picturesque city, rich with history, scenic areas, and palaces.

The "City of Lakes" is located in south of Rajasthan. There are a total of ten lakes in the lake system, which are connected and sustain water for drinking, irrigation and industrial use, which contributes to another reason for Udaipur's booming tourism: alcohol.

Udaipur has ideal climate and available water to support a liquor plant while a number of other Indian states ban the consumption of liquor altogether. Many local tourists, such as those from the neighboring dry state of Gujarat on the west, visit Udaipur specifically for this reason, especially considering that Gujarati alcohol prices are much higher and liquor must be purchased through the black market. It's no wonder why Udaipur is the destination for celebrations and vacation.

Udaipur has tropical weather and three main seasons, which are summer, monsoon, and winter. Winter, which takes place between September to March, is the most pleasant time to visit for sunny and warm days and cool nights.

Udaipur was also made famous in the James Bond film Octopussy. Several local hotels show the film nightly.

Dharamsala

With a name that literally means "a spiritual dwelling," Dharamsala roughly translates as a shelter or rest house for pilgrims and travelers. Home to the Dalai Lama and the Tibetan Government in Exile, Dharamsala is today a popular destination for foreigners on vacation, backpackers seeking the surrounding mountains, as well as students of Buddhism.

Which place is cheaper, Dharamsala or Udaipur?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Udaipur is $34, while the average daily cost in Dharamsala is $36. 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 Udaipur and Dharamsala in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Udaipur $16
    Dharamsala $23
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Udaipur $32
    Dharamsala $46
Compare Hotels in Udaipur and Dharamsala

Looking for a hotel in Udaipur or Dharamsala? 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 Udaipur


Hotels in Dharamsala


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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: Udaipur Hotel Prices and Dharamsala Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Udaipur $7.10
    Dharamsala $5.21
Typical Local Transportation prices in Udaipur

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Udaipur:


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.49

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Udaipur

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Udaipur:

  • Evening Dance Show at Bagore Ki Haveli with Transfer: $8.40
  • Private Transfer Udaipur Airport UDR To Udaipur Hotels Drop: $8.40
  • Private Transfer from Udaipur to Udaipur International Airport: $11
  • Evening Visit To Bagore's Cultural Session with Transfers: $11
  • private cab for airport transfer: $12
  • Airport Transfer - Maharana Pratap Airport, Udaipur to Hotels in Udaipur: $13
  • Airport Transfer - Udaipur Hotels to Maharana Pratap Airport, Udaipur: $13
  • Private Transfer From Airport to Hotel: $14
  • Private Transfer From Udaipur Hotel To Udaipur Airport: $14
  • Private Transfer From Udaipur Hotel To Udaipur Airport: $17
  • Udaipur Wax Museum Skip-The-Line Combo Tickets with transfers: $17
  • Private Departure Transfer from Udaipur City to Udaipur Airport: $19

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dharamsala

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dharamsala:

  • Affordable Dharamshala Airport Transfer: $35
  • Dharamsala- Transfers+Hotel+Sightseeing (3 Days): $304

Is it cheaper to fly into Udaipur or Dharamsala?

Prices for flights to both Dharamsala and Udaipur 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
    Udaipur $11
    Dharamsala $8.48

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Udaipur

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Udaipur.

  • Experience Indian Food: IN-PERSON & optional virtual cooking class on Zoom: $4.90
  • Private Vegetarian Indian Cooking Class Experience in Udaipur: $7.00
  • Private 4-Hour Indian Food Cooking Class with Meals: $7.05
  • Durga Cooking Class: $11
  • Cooking Class with Unforgettable Experience: $22
  • Authentic indian food tour: $22
  • Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings: $23
  • Learn Cooking in Udaipur - A Guided Activity: $28
  • 3 Hours Indian Cooking Session at Local Home (Udaipur): $33
  • Private Rajasthani Cooking Class in an Udaipur Home: $49
  • Evening Cooking Session and Dinner with an Indian Family: $72
  • Lake Pichola Boat cruise & lake side Dinner: $72

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dharamsala

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Dharamsala.

  • Private Full Day McleodGanj City Sightseeing & Cooking Class: $74

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Udaipur $10
    Dharamsala $5.65
Typical Entertainment prices in Udaipur

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


  • Palace Entrance Fee
    $1.22
  • Lake Boat Tour
    $2.43

Tours and Activities in Udaipur

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

  • Madar Nature Trails - Self-Guided Cycle Tour: $8.92
  • Udaipur Half Day City Tour by Tuk Tuk: $9.26
  • Udaipur Sightseeing Tour by Tuk Tuk: $9.80
  • Temple Tour by Tuk Tuk: $9.80
  • Visit Animal Aid Unlimited in Udaipur - A Guided Private Day Tour: $10
  • Shopping Tour in Udaipur - A Guided Group Tour: $10
  • Tuk tuk tour Udaipur: $11
  • Udaipur Night Walk Tour - Lakeside & Market Exploration: $11
  • Udaipur Walking Tour(2 Hours Guided Walk): $11
  • Udaipur Night Walk (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
  • Udaipur Under the Stars - Night Walk Tour: $12
  • Private day tours: $12

Tours and Activities in Dharamsala

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

  • Dharamsala Half Day Sightseeing Tour: $50
  • Half-Day Private Kangra Valley Cycling Tour from Dharamshala: $69
  • Hiking Day Tour to Triund from Dharamshala: $72

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Udaipur $9.07
    Dharamsala $5.65

Sample the Local Flavors in Udaipur

Also in Udaipur, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Pub Crawl Uaipur (3 Hours Guided Nightlife Experience): $21
  • Nightlife of Udaipur - Pub Crawl: $25
  • Pub Crawl Udaipur: $26

About these numbers

When comparing the travel costs between Udaipur and Dharamsala, we can see that Dharamsala is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

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