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

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Should you visit Udaipur or Jaisalmer?

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 Jaisalmer. 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 Jaisalmer?

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.

Jaisalmer

Jaisalmer is located in western part of the Rajasthan state of India. The city is known as the "Golden City" for its Sonar Qila, or 'Golden Fort'. This fort is different than other forts in India in that it is a living fort, meaning that it contains many hotels, homes, and shops for locals and visitors. The city is very close to the Thar Desert, to which excursions can be made.

Which city is cheaper, Jaisalmer 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 Jaisalmer is $38. 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 city. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Udaipur and Jaisalmer in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Udaipur $16
    Jaisalmer $14
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Udaipur $32
    Jaisalmer $28
Compare Hotels in Udaipur and Jaisalmer

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Hotels in Udaipur


Hotels in Jaisalmer


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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 Jaisalmer Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Udaipur $7.10
    Jaisalmer $12
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:

  • Udaipur- Transfers+Hotel+Sightseeing (3 Days): $328
  • Private Transfer From Udaipur To Jodhpur Via Kumbhalgarh & Ranakpur Jain Temple: $301
  • Private Transfer from Udaipur to Jodhpur with Kumbhalgarh and Ranakpur: $206
  • Private Transfer From Udaipur To Delhi: $184
  • One Way Udaipur To Delhi Transfer: $162
  • Private One Way Transfer From Udaipur To Agra: $157
  • Private One Way Transfer From Udaipur To Delhi: $157
  • Jagmandir Island And Sunset Boat Ride On Lake Pichola, Udaipur Without Transfers: $149
  • Private One-Way Transfer Udaipur to Jaipur Drop: $140
  • Private Transfer From Udaipur To Ranthambore: $119
  • One Way Transfer From Udaipur To Jodhpur With Stop at Kumbhalgarh Fort: $113
  • Private One Way Transfer From Udaipur To Ranthmbore: $108

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jaisalmer

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

  • Affordable Jaisalmer Airport Transfer: $15
  • Airport Transfer - Jaisalmer Airport to Hotels in Jaisalmer: $11
  • Airport Transfer - Jaisalmer Hotels to Jaisalmer Airport: $11
  • Jaisalmer To Bikaner Private One Way Transfer: $64
  • Jaisalmer- Transfers+Hotel+Sightseeing (3 Days): $329
  • One Way Transfer From Jaisalmer To Jodhpur: $37
  • Private One Way Transfer From Jaisalmer Airport To Jaisalmer Hotel: $11
  • Private One Way Transfer From Jaisalmer Hotel To Jaisalmer Airport: $11
  • Private One Way Transfer From Jaisalmer To Jodhpur: $37
  • Private One Way Transfer From Jaisalmer To Pushkar: $94
  • Private Transfer From Jaisalmer Airport To Jaisalmer Hotel: $13
  • Private Transfer From Jaisalmer Hotel To Jaisalmer Airport: $13

Is it cheaper to fly into Udaipur or Jaisalmer?

Prices for flights to both Jaisalmer 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
    Jaisalmer $14

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

Typical Food prices in Jaisalmer

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


  • Dinner
    $4.87

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jaisalmer

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

  • Complete Desert Experience- Jeep Safari, Dinner, Cultural Programs and Bonfire: $21
  • Dinner In Thar Desert: $30
  • Half Day SunSet Tour with Dinner: $30
  • Sunset Safari With Dinner: $31
  • Pleasant Sunset Safari With Dinner: $35
  • Learn Cooking in Jaislamer - A Guided Activity: $35
  • Jaisalmer Thar Camel Safari With Folk Dance & Marwari Dinner: $36
  • Half-Day City Tour of Jaisalmer Sunset by Camel Ride with Dinner: $64
  • Half-Day City Tour of Sunset at Sand Dunes with Dinner: $80
  • Sunset Camel Safari in Jaisalmer Sand Dunes & Dinner with Cultural Program: $86

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Udaipur $10
    Jaisalmer $13
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:

  • "Same Day Ajmer-Pushkar Tour Through AC Car": $67
  • 16-Day Rajasthan Multi Adventure Tour with Taj Mahal and Goa: $2,860
  • 3 Days Private Udaipur City Tour With Kumbhalgarh Fort & Ranakpur Jain Temple: $62
  • 3 Night 4 Days Udaipur And Jodhpur Tour: $134
  • 4 Night 5 Days Udaipur And Jodhpur Tour: $149
  • 6 Night 7 Days Udaipur,Jodhpur & Jaisalmer Tour From Udaipur: $267
  • A Bicycle Tour of the Countryside Surrounding Udaipur: $214
  • Amazing Full-Day Tour To Ranakpur And Kumbalgarh From Udaipur: $86
  • BLive Electric Bike Tours – Hidden Trails of Udaipur: $21
  • Bagore ki haveli museum cultural session E-tickets w/ Pickup: $14
  • Best of Udaipur (Guided Full Day City Sightseeing Tour by Car): $84
  • Chittorgarh Day Tour from Udaipur: $125

Typical Entertainment prices in Jaisalmer

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


  • Sam Sand Dunes for Two
    $3.65

Tours and Activities in Jaisalmer

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

  • Jaisalmer Shopping Tour: $5.13
  • Temple Tour Of Jaisalmer Rajasthan: $7.00
  • Explore Jaisalmer in a Tuk-Tuk - A Guided Tour: $10
  • Cultural & Heritage Trails of Jaisalmer (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $11
  • Heritage & Cultural Trails of Jaisalmer - Walking Tour: $12
  • Jaisalmer Under the Stars - Night Walk Tour: $12
  • Jaisalmer Walking Tour: $12
  • Jaisalmer City Sightseeing Tour: $13
  • Jaisalmer Photography Tour - A Private Car Tour: $13
  • Experience Jaisalmer at Night (2 Hour Guided Walking Tour): $14
  • Golden City Photography Tour (2 Hours Guided Experience to Capture Hue of City): $14
  • Vibrant Markets of Jaisalmer (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $14

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Udaipur $9.07
    Jaisalmer $9.39

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 Jaisalmer, we can see that Jaisalmer 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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