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

Should you visit Udaipur or Pune?

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 Pune. 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 Pune?

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.

Pune

Located in Maharashtra, Pune is the state's second largest city and cultural capital. Not only is it a hub for museums, temples, beaches, and scenic overlooks, but it also has a thriving nightlife and general atmosphere due to the student population.

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.


Which place is cheaper, Pune 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 $40, while the average daily cost in Pune is $62. 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 Pune in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Udaipur $15
    Pune $22
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Udaipur $30
    Pune $44
Compare Hotels in Udaipur and Pune

Looking for a hotel in Udaipur or Pune? 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 Pune


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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 Pune Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Udaipur $6.82
    Pune $13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Udaipur

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


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.46

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Udaipur

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Udaipur:

  • Transfer to Jodhpur via Ranakpur & Kumbhalgarh Fort: $48
  • Private Transfer From Airport to Hotel: $14
  • Udaipur to jodhpur one Way Transfer: $47
  • Udaipur To Pushkar Private One Way Transfer: $60
  • Udaipur Full Day Custom Tour with Transfers: $85
  • Udaipur Airport Transfers: $27
  • Udaipur Airport : Private Transfer to/from Udaipur Hotels: $5.70
  • Transfer From Udaipur To Jaipur Via Chittorgarh Fort: $85
  • Shilpgram: Private Half-Day Tour with Guide and Transfer: $45
  • Private Udaipur City Tour With Jodhpur Transfer Next Day: $75
  • Private Udaipur Arrival Transfer - Airport to Hotel/Accommodation: $7.10
  • Private Transfers from Udaipur To Jodhpur Hotels with stops: $47

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pune

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

  • Mumbai-Pune Transfer: $70
  • Private Transfer from Pune (PNQ) Airport to Pune City: $36
  • Pune Airport Transfer: $30
  • Simon Cabaret Show in Phuket including Return Transfer: $53

Is it cheaper to fly into Udaipur or Pune?

Prices for flights to both Pune 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 $19
    Pune $29

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Udaipur

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

  • Udaipur Shopping tour by female consultant optional cooking class: $8.88
  • Cooking class and dinner with Rekha family with full meals: $14
  • Cooking class and dinner with Rekha family with full meals: $14
  • Durga Cooking Class: $17
  • Durga Cooking Class: $17
  • Old City Walking & food Tour with a Local: $19
  • Breakfast Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $22
  • Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings: $24
  • Authentic Indian Cooking Class with Lunch or Dinner: $28
  • mamta cooking class awarded by tripadvisor : $32
  • Secret Cooking Session with the bheel Tribe: $43
  • Evening Cooking Session and Dinner with an Indian Family: $50

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pune

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

  • Guided Street Food Tour with Cultural Charms of Pune: $21
  • Traditional Cooking Classes & Dinner with Chef Family: $31
  • Traditional Cooking Classes & Dinner with Chef Family: $41
  • Coral Island, Promthep Cape & Sunset Dinner with Power Catamaran: $57

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Udaipur $6.91
    Pune $16
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
    $1.15
  • Lake Boat Tour
    $2.31

Tours and Activities in Udaipur

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

  • Diwali with Udaipur Locals 2025 tickets - Meals & activities: $8.88
  • Explore A Full-Day Private City Tour: $70
  • 3 Days Private Udaipur Tour: $130
  • 3 Night 4 Days Udaipur And Jodhpur Tour: $135
  • 5 Days: Udaipur & Jodhpur Tour with Accommodation: $326
  • 7 - Days Jaisalmer, Jodhpur and Udaipur Tour: $712
  • A Bicycle Tour of the Countryside Surrounding Udaipur: $246
  • A Day Tour of Ranakpur Temple & Kumbhalgarh Fort from Udaipur: $59
  • Arawali Hiking Experience: $55
  • Authentic Experience-City palace and Folk dance: $55
  • Best of Udaipur (Guided Full Day City Sightseeing Tour by Car): $83
  • Chittorgarh Private Day Tour: $35

Tours and Activities in Pune

For Pune, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Skip the Line: Meher Retreat Day Picnic Ticket, Near Pune: $11
  • Experience Spiritual Culture in Pune with a local - 2 Hours: $12
  • Shaniwar Wada Walking Tour: $13
  • Night Walk Tour Pune: $13
  • Walking Tour of Pune (2 Hours Guided Walk): $13
  • Night Walk Tour Pune (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $17
  • Private Walking Tour & Food tasting with a Local: $21
  • Pune Walking Tour with a Punekar: $21
  • Cultural Walking Tour of Pune with Local Snacks: $22
  • Food Walking Tour of 7 Local Food Tastings: $23
  • Food Walk Tour Pune (2 Hours Guided Food Tasting Walk): $24
  • Half-Day Private Irani Cafes Tour of Pune: $32

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Udaipur $8.60
    Pune $15

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: $38

Sample the Local Flavors in Pune

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Pune:

  • Pub Crawl (3 Hours Guided Bar Hopping Tour): $38


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Udaipur and Pune, we can see that Pune is more expensive. And not only is Udaipur much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Pune would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pune 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 Pune Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Udaipur or Pune?

Pune has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Udaipur. When comparing the sizes of Udaipur and Pune, 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.