Which place is cheaper, Santiago or Udaipur?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Udaipur or Santiago?
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 Santiago. 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 Santiago?
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.
Santiago
Santiago is the capital city of Chile. It is centrally located in the long and narrow country, making it a good jumping off point to explore everywhere else. It's convenient location means that you can go skiing in the Andes one day, and hang out at the beach the next.
Santiago has a cool semi-arid climate that is similar to Mediterranean climates. The summers, which are between November and March, are warm and dry. The temperatures climb to around 95 degrees Fahrenheit. The winters, between June and August, are humid with cold mornings. The daily highs are around 55 degrees Fahrenheit and the lows stay a few degrees above freezing. Rain is more common in the winter months and the dry season is between December and March.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, The Best Adventure Tours to India, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Chile, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Chile.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUdaipur $36Santiago $145
The average daily cost (per person) in Udaipur is $36, while the average daily cost in Santiago is $145. 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 Santiago in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUdaipur $14Santiago $105
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUdaipur $28Santiago $210
Compare Hotels in Udaipur and Santiago
Looking for a hotel in Udaipur or Santiago? 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 and Santiago Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Udaipur $6.14Santiago $5.21
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$0.42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Udaipur
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Udaipur:
- Udaipur Airport to Hotel One-Way Private Transfer in AC Vehicle: $6.35
- Udaipur Hotel to Airport One-Way Private Transfer in AC Vehicle: $6.35
- Udaipur Airport Private Arrival Transfers: $7.94
- Private Transfer From Udaipur Hotel To Udaipur Airport: $14
- Udaipur Airport to Udaipur Hotels drop: Private Transfers: $15
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Udaipur Airport: $23
- Private Arrival Transfer: Udaipur Airport to Hotel: $23
- Sajjangarh Monsoon Palace Tour with Transfers: $25
- Udaipur Airport Transfers: $27
- Udaipur Airport to Hotel or Hotel to Airport Private Transfer: $32
- Udaipur to Ahmedabad private transfers: $38
- Private Transfer From Udaipur To Dungarpur Fort: $43
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Santiago
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Santiago:
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Metro Ride$1.09
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santiago
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santiago:
- Airport Transfer and Halfday City tour Santiago de Chile: $362
- Airport Transfer: Santiago Airport SCL to Santiago by Luxury Van: $102
- Airport Transfer: Santiago to Airport SCL by Business Car: $82
- Airport transfer between Santiago city center and Arturo Merino Benítez Airport: $51
- Arrival Transfer - Santiago International Airport to Hotel in Santiago: $35
- Arrival Transfer from Santiago Airport SCL to Santiago de Chile: $82
- Arrival Transfer: Airport SCL to Santiago by Luxury Van: $102
- City tour santiago with excursion to valparaiso and airport transfer: $150
- Cruise Terminal Transfer from Valparaíso & Wine Tasting: $129
- Departure Transfer Santiago de Chile to Santiago Airport SCL: $82
- Departure Transfer: Santiago to Airport SCL by Business Car: $82
- Departure Transfer: Santiago to Airport SCL by Luxury Van: $102
Is it cheaper to fly into Udaipur or Santiago?
Prices for flights to both Santiago 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 $17Santiago $22
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Udaipur
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Udaipur.
- Durga Cooking Class: $15
- Durga Cooking Class: $16
- Heritage Walking & Food Tour: $16
- Indian Cooking Class - Art, Antiques & Storytelling: $16
- Old city Tuk Tuk Ride & Food Tour with Female guide: $19
- Old city Tuk Tuk Ride & Food Tour with Female guide: $19
- Breakfast Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $20
- Private Cooking Experience with pick up & drop off: $26
- Authentic Home Cooking Class at Honey’s Kitchen: $26
- Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings: $27
- Home-Style Vegetarian Rajasthani Cooking Class & Meal in Udaipur: $30
- Authentic Indian Cooking Class with Lunch or Dinner: $32
Typical Food Prices in Santiago
Some typical examples of dining costs in Santiago are as follows:
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Empanada$1.82
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Hamburger$2.41
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Dinner$25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Santiago
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Santiago.
- Legacy Family Tour Lunch or Dinner Pairing 4 Strokes: $40
- Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $56
- Best Santiago Street Food Tour with 4+ Tastings and Drink: $56
- Mercado Meals Santiago Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $59
- Mercado Meals Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $60
- 4h Cooking Class in 8 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks: $77
- Food Tour STGO, Eat like Locals!: $99
- Local Food Tour with Tastings & Drinks: $99
- Traditional Chilean Show with Dinner and Private Transportation in Santiago: $107
- Casillero del Diablo Night Experience – Cellars, Wine & Dinner: $110
- Barrio Italia Food Tour with Tastings & Drinks: $119
- San Cristobal Hill Night Tour with Dinner Show: $129
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Udaipur $6.22Santiago $46
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$1.04
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Lake Boat Tour$2.08
Tours and Activities in Udaipur
Here are a few actual costs in Udaipur for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Udaipur in Same Day – Tour by Car & Guide and Lunch: $2.64
- Udaipur Full or Half Day City Sightseeing Guided Tour: $2.90
- Sunrise Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi By Car- All Inclusive.: $4.96
- Explore Udaipur in One Day – Private Tour by Car With Guide: $5.28
- Monsoon Palace Sunset Tour with Hotel Pickup: $5.29
- Udaipur by Two wheels– Scooty Tour with Driving Assistance: $5.30
- Private Full-Day Sightseeing Tour with a Tour Guide: $5.82
- Udaipur City Tour with City Palace & Lake Pichola: $5.82
- Udaipur Hidden Shopping Tour with Local Artisans: $6.33
- Hidden Gems of Udaipur, Old city Heritage Walking tour: $6.75
- Private Half-Day Tour by Tuk-Tuk or Car: $7.40
- Half Day Udaipur City Tour by Tuk Tuk or Car: $7.41
Tours and Activities in Santiago
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Santiago are as follows:
- Official Tour of the Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago: $11
- Santiago Cathedral's Bell Tower Official Tour: $11
- Historical Sights Walking Tour: $15
- Cable Car Admission Ticket: $18
- History Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $21
- Santiago Sightseeing Tour: Living History and Local Food Tasting: $25
- Guided Walking Tour of the Historical Old Town: $25
- Guided City Tour through the historic center of Santiago: $25
- Santiago : Highlights Walking Tour With A Guide: $25
- City Tour Santiago - Walking Tour: $29
- Guided Walking Tour through the Historic Center: $30
- City Tour of Santiago, Chile: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUdaipur $7.74Santiago $8.10
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: $34
Sample the Local Flavors in Santiago
Also in Santiago, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- "Chile in Your Glass" Wine Tasting.: $22
- Cousiño Macul Heritage Wine Tour with Tastings: $25
- Pub Crawl with Unlimited Beer and Welcome Shots: $25
- Tour Viña Santa Carolina in Santiago with 3 wine tasting: $45
- Viña del Mar, Valparaiso, with Casablanca Wine Tasting: $55
- Valparaiso, Viña del Mar & Casablanca Wine Tour: $61
- Valparaiso, Viña del Mar & Casablanca Wine Tour: $65
- Valparaíso and Vineyard of the Sea with Casablanca Wine Tasting: $68
- Undurraga Winery Tour with Entry and Wine Tasting: $70
- Undurraga Wine Tasting Tour from Santiago: $75
- Half Day Trip to Undurraga Vineyard from Santiago - Wine Tasting Included: $75
- Viña del Mar, Valparaiso, with Wine Tasting: $75
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Udaipur and Santiago, we can see that Santiago 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 Santiago is in South America, 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 Santiago would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Santiago 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 Santiago Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Udaipur or Santiago?
Santiago has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Udaipur. When comparing the sizes of Udaipur and Santiago, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.