Which place is cheaper, Gujarat or Udaipur?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Udaipur or Gujarat?
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 Gujarat. 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 Gujarat?
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.
Gujarat
Gujarat is a state in the western region of India characterized by its varied terrain from flatlands to sacred hilltops as well as a number of important cultural sites. It is a region significant to the history of the spiritual leader Mahatma Ghandi and has many urban centers and villages which display the area's thriving culture.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, The Best Adventure Tours to India, The Best Sightseeing Tours in India, and The Best Cultural Tours in India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUdaipur $33Gujarat $24
The average daily cost (per person) in Udaipur is $33, while the average daily cost in Gujarat is $24. 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 Gujarat in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUdaipur $16Gujarat $12
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUdaipur $32Gujarat $24
Compare Hotels in Udaipur and Gujarat
Looking for a hotel in Udaipur or Gujarat? 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: Udaipur Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Udaipur $6.98Gujarat $6.73
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Udaipur
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Udaipur:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Udaipur
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Udaipur:
- Dilwara Temples & Mount Abu: Private Day Trip with Transfer: $105
- From Udaipur : Private Transfer To Jaipur Via Pushkar: $85
- From Udaipur : Private Transfer To Mount Abu: $48
- From Udaipur : Private Transfer To Ranthmbore: $118
- From Udaipur Transfer To Jaisalmer Via Ranakpur Jain Temple: $101
- From Half Day tour of Udaipur with Transfers: $80
- From Private Transfer to Delhi, Jaipur, or Pushkar: $180
- Jagmandir Island And Sunset Boat Ride On Lake Pichola, Udaipur Without Transfers: $146
- Jodhpur To Udaipur Transfer: $85
- Jodhpur to Udaipur one Way Transfer: $49
- Kumbhalgarh Fort & Ranakpur Tour With One Way Transfer From Udaipur To Jodhpur: $99
- Lake Pichola: Evening Boat ride with Private Transfers: $40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gujarat
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gujarat:
- Ahmedabad to Udaipur private transfer: $37
- Private A/c Transfer Ahmedabad to Mount Abu ( 4 Seat A/c Sedan ): $86
- Private Transfer From Ahmedabad To Udaipur: $59
- Private Transfer from Ahmedabad to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (AMD) Airport: $41
- Private Transfer from Rajkot (RAJ) Airport to Rajkot City: $41
- Private Transfer from Rajkot City to Rajkot (RAJ) Airport: $41
- Private Transfer from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (AMD) Airport to Ahmedabad : $41
- Private Transfer from Vadodara (BDQ) Airport to Vadodara City: $41
- Private Transfer from Vadodara City to Vadodara (BDQ) Airport: $41
- Private Transfers Ahmedabad To Mount Abu Drop: $61
- Private Transfers Ahmedabad To Udaipur Drop: $61
Is it cheaper to fly into Udaipur or Gujarat?
Prices for flights to both Gujarat 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
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Food Meals for one dayUdaipur $11Gujarat $7.55
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Udaipur
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Udaipur.
- Private Traditional Dinner with an Indian Family in Udaipur: $9.00
- 4-Hour Indian Food Cooking Class with full Meals: $12
- Durga Cooking Class: $17
- mamta cooking class awarded by tripadvisor : $23
- Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings: $25
- Culinary Adventure: Make Pizza, Sip Wine At Royal Repast: $39
- Secret Cooking Session with the bheel Tribe: $44
- 3 Hours Indian Cooking Session at Local Home (Udaipur): $50
- Jodhpur, Osian camel ride &Dinner At Dhani (country side): $60
- Jodhpur to Osian camel safari / Dinner At Dhani: $60
- Evening Cooking Session and Dinner with an Indian Family: $72
- Night Heritage walk - " Travel with Chinmay " - Roof Top Dinner : $75
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Gujarat
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Gujarat.
- Full Day tour of Rajkot City with Traditional themed Dinner: $61
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Udaipur $10Gujarat $4.19
Typical Entertainment Prices in Udaipur
Here are a few typical costs in Udaipur for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Palace Entrance Fee$1.20
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Lake Boat Tour$2.39
Tours and Activities in Udaipur
Here are a few actual costs in Udaipur for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Udaipur Sightseeing Tour by Tuk-Tuk or Car with Driver: $7.97
- Delwara Handicraft Experience: $9.20
- Udaipur Half Day City Tour by Tuk Tuk: $9.60
- Udaipur Night Walk (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $9.81
- Udaipur Walking Tour(2 Hours Guided Walk): $9.81
- Jaipur: Immerse yourself in a full day private tour by tuk-tuk: $9.81
- Hidden Gems of Udaipur, old city & local market walking tour: $11
- Experience Indian Food: Learn To Cook with Rekha with full meals: $11
- Private day tours: $11
- Private Udaipur Village Tour by Tuk-Tuk or by Car: $12
- Udaipur Guided sightseeing Tour in Three wheeled Tuk Tuk : $12
- Udapiur: Night Walking Tour: $13
Tours and Activities in Gujarat
Here are a few actual costs in Gujarat for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Ahmedabad (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
- Ahmedabad Night Walk (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
- Food Crawl Vadodara (2 Hours Guided Local Food Tasting Tour): $26
- Ahmedabad Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $32
- Architectural Tour : $40
- Half Day Private Rajkot Sightseeing Tour with Lunch : $41
- Jeep Safari: A Skip the line access to Devalia Safari Park India: $45
- The Old City Rickshaw Tour: $55
- Ahmedabad Private City Tour Including Local Night Market: $64
- Private Ahmedabad City Half-Day Tour : $75
- Private Tour Patan & Modhera Day Trip from Ahmedabad: $78
- Highlights of Vadodara (Guided Half Day City Sightseeing Tour by Car): $82
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUdaipur $8.92Gujarat $6.13
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): $20
- Pub Crawl Udaipur (3 Hours Guided Nightlife Experience): $35
- 3-Hour Pub Crawl: $38
- Pub Crawl Udaipur: $39
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Udaipur and Gujarat, we can see that Udaipur is more expensive. And not only is Gujarat much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gujarat would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gujarat 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 Udaipur would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Udaipur than you might in Gujarat.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Udaipur Expensive? and Is Gujarat Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Udaipur or Gujarat?
Gujarat has a larger population, and is about 130 times larger than the population of Udaipur. When comparing the sizes of Udaipur and Gujarat, 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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