A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Udaipur vs. Paris for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Udaipur or Paris?

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 Paris. 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 Paris?

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.

Paris

Paris is a dream destination for many people. It's location on the river Seine contributes to its stunning beauty and you can spend many days wandering through its wonderfully diverse neighborhoods. It's known as a city of culture, fashion, food and fun. There is never a shortage of entertainment and activities around town and a highlight of many people's trips to Paris is to explore the city at night, when it truly comes to life. It is not hard to see why this city has received the nickname as the "City of Lights."

For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, The Best Adventure Tours to India, The Best Historical Tours in France, and The Best 10-Day Tours in France.


Which place is cheaper, Paris or Udaipur?

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 Udaipur is $36, while the average daily cost in Paris is $308. 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 Paris in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Udaipur $14
    Paris $178
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Udaipur $28
    Paris $356
Compare Hotels in Udaipur and Paris

Looking for a hotel in Udaipur or Paris? 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 Paris


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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 Paris Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Udaipur $6.27
    Paris $25
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Udaipur

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


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.42

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Udaipur

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Udaipur:

  • Private Transfer from Udaipur to Jodhpur with Kumbhalgarh and Ranakpur: $213
  • Jagmandir Island And Sunset Boat Ride On Lake Pichola, Udaipur Without Transfers: $134
  • From Jaisalmer : Private One Way Udaipur Transfer in AC Car: $134
  • Private Transfer From Udaipur to Jaipur: $125
  • One Way Transfer From Udaipur To Jodhpur With Kumbhalgarh Fort: $113
  • Private A/c Transfer Udaipur To Mount Abu ( 6 Seat A/c Suv ): $109
  • Private One Way Transfer From Udaipur To Ranthmbore: $108
  • Udaipur, The City of Lakes - A Heritage Walk with private transfers: $105
  • Private Transfer From Udaipur To Jaisalmer Via Ranakpur Jain Temple: $101
  • One way City Transfer To/From Udaipur and Jaipur: $100
  • One Way Transfer From Udaipur To Jodhpur With Ranakpur Temple: $93
  • Transfer From Udaipur To Jodhpur With Kumbhalgarh & Ranakpur: $93

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Paris

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Paris are as follows:


  • Metro
    $7.43
  • Train from Airport
    $10
  • Metro tickets
    $7.89
  • Train
    $23

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paris

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

  • 1 Way Private Transfer from Your Paris Hotel to Versailles Palace: $92
  • Airport Paris Charles de Gaulle CDG private transfer to hotels.: $110
  • Airport Transfer Paris - Disneyland - Minivan 1-8 Passengers: $139
  • Airport Transfer: Paris Airport CDG to Paris City by Business Car: $101
  • Airport transfer from Paris to Disneyland Paris/Parc Asterix (8pax): $231
  • Airport transfer of Charles de Gaulle or Orly to or from Disney: $60
  • Airport transfer station visit Paris: $168
  • Arrival Transfer from Paris Airport CDG to Paris in Private Car: $107
  • Arrival Transfer from Paris Airport CDG to Paris in Private Van: $114
  • Arrival Transfer from Paris ORY Airport to Paris City by Sedan: $99
  • Arrival Transfer from Paris Orly Airport ORY to Paris by MiniVan: $124
  • Arrival Transfer from Paris Train Stations to Paris by car or van: $71

Is it cheaper to fly into Udaipur or Paris?

Prices for flights to both Paris 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 $17
    Paris $84

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Udaipur

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

  • Enjoyable,homely & mom 's delicious cooking classes: $14
  • Durga Cooking Class: $15
  • Hands-On Rajasthani Cooking Class in Raj & Gita's Udaipur Home: $54
  • Kusum's Cooking lesson: $57
  • Jag Mandir Island Dinner with Boat Ride transfers: $114

Typical Food Prices in Paris

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


  • Ice Cream
    $9.28
  • Breakfast
    $8.12
  • Breakfast for 2
    $34
  • Dinner on River Cruise
    $100
  • Dinner
    $66
  • Cheese
    $15

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paris

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

  • Paris Marais Walking Food Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $12
  • Paris Capitaine Fracasse 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $66
  • Paris Seine River dinner cruise from Alexandre III bridge: $68
  • Paris Guided Food Tour by Bike - Ile de la Cité and Marais: $73
  • Seine River Cruise and Dinner at Traditional Parisian Restaurant: $74
  • Paris en Scene 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $75
  • Paris Vegan Street Food Tour: $75
  • Paris Food Tour: $80
  • Seine River Sightseeing Cruise and Dinner at Le Bistro Parisien: $82
  • Paris Theo Boat Seine River Italian Trattoria Style Dinner Cruise: $83
  • Paris Food Tour: Eat Like a Local with Cheeses, Wines & Secrets: $87
  • Notre Dame and Latin Quarter Food Tour with 10 Authentic Tastings: $97

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Udaipur $6.35
    Paris $88
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
    $1.06
  • Lake Boat Tour
    $2.12

Tours and Activities in Udaipur

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

  • 3 Days Private Udaipur City Tour With Kumbhalgarh Fort & Ranakpur Jain Temple: $125
  • 3-Day Udaipur to Jodhpur Tour via Kumbhalgarh & Ranakpur: $120
  • 7 - Days Jaisalmer, Jodhpur and Udaipur Tour: $704
  • 8-Day Private Rajasthan Tour: Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Udaipur: $247
  • A Day Tour of Ranakpur Temple & Kumbhalgarh Fort from Udaipur: $54
  • Agra: Baby Taj and Mehtab Bagh Sunset Viewpoint Tour: $14
  • Arawali Hiking Experience: $55
  • Authentic Experience-City palace and Folk dance: $45
  • Bahubali Electric Cycle Tour: $45
  • Chittorgarh Fort Tours By Private Car: $76
  • Chittorgarh Private Day Tour: $40
  • Chittorgarh Private Guided day tour: $60

Typical Entertainment Prices in Paris

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


  • Louvre Entry for Two
    $21
  • Admission to Pantheon
    $5.80
  • Catacombs (2)
    $27

Tours and Activities in Paris

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

  • Free Tour of the Historic Center of Paris in Spanish: $2.78
  • Paris Time Machine: Hidden Gems Walking Tour (Tips-Based): $3.24
  • Montmartre Walking Tour: Artists & the Soul of Paris: $3.46
  • Self-Guided Tours in Paris with 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.46
  • Paris - Latin Quarter Free Tour in English (Tip-Based): $3.46
  • Paris Montmartre Free Walking Tour: $3.48
  • Montmartre in Depth Art History and Bohemian Life Tour: $3.48
  • Paris Notre-Dame Tour with Scheduled Group Access: $3.48
  • Paris Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $4.58
  • Rude Bastards Tour of Paris: $4.62
  • Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Paris: $4.62
  • Marais Walk Self Guided Audio Tour: $5.21

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Udaipur $7.90
    Paris $28

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 Udaipur: $35

Typical Alcohol Prices in Paris

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Paris are as follows:


  • Wine
    $16

Sample the Local Flavors in Paris

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paris:

  • Paris City Center Guided Pub Crawl With Shots & Club Entry: $19
  • The Original Pub Crawl + Free Shots + VIP Club Entry: $23
  • Pub Crawl Experience in Bars with Club Entry: $29
  • Paris Montmartre Cheese Charcuterie Wine Tasting with Audio Tour: $29
  • Paris International Pub Crawl with Free Shots & Fun Games: $29
  • Paris Guided Pub Crawl with Bars Shots and Club Entry: $31
  • Paris Gin Craft Distillery Tour and Tasting: $35
  • Vineyard tour and wine tasting in Davron: $41
  • Guided Tour of Montmartre with Cheese and Wine Tasting: $42
  • Vegan Wine Tasting in Paris right next to Père Lachaise: $52
  • Paris Wine Tasting & French Cheese Pairing with Sommelier: $79
  • Cheese & Wine Tasting in Montmartre with a Local Cheesemonger: $80


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

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


Which is Bigger, Udaipur or Paris?

Paris has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Udaipur. When comparing the sizes of Udaipur and Paris, 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.