Which place is cheaper, Sihanoukville 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 Sihanoukville?
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 Sihanoukville. 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 Sihanoukville?
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.
Sihanoukville
Sihanoukville, also known by locals as Kompong Som, was named after King Sihanouk. Also Cambodia's youngest city, construction started in 1955 to build Cambodia's first and only deep water port so that ships would no longer have to go through the Mekong Delta in order to trade with Cambodia. Today, many visit Sihanoukville as a hub to visit Cambodia's islands.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, The Best Adventure Tours to India, The Best Bicycle Tours in Cambodia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Cambodia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUdaipur $36Sihanoukville $64
The average daily cost (per person) in Udaipur is $36, while the average daily cost in Sihanoukville is $64. 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 Sihanoukville in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUdaipur $14Sihanoukville $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUdaipur $28Sihanoukville $44
Compare Hotels in Udaipur and Sihanoukville
Looking for a hotel in Udaipur or Sihanoukville? 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 Sihanoukville Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Udaipur $6.22Sihanoukville $14
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:
- Dilwara Temples & Mount Abu: Private Day Trip with Transfer: $110
- From Udaipur : Private Transfer To Jaipur Via Pushkar: $85
- Jagmandir Island And Sunset Boat Ride On Lake Pichola, Udaipur Without Transfers: $134
- Jodhpur To Udaipur Transfer: $85
- Jodhpur to Udaipur one Way Transfer: $43
- Kumbhalgarh Fort & Ranakpur Tour With One Way Transfer From Udaipur To Jodhpur: $99
- One Way Transfer From Udaipur To Jaipur: $74
- One Way Transfer From Udaipur To Jodhpur With Kumbhalgarh Fort: $113
- One Way Transfer From Udaipur To Jodhpur With Ranakpur Temple: $93
- One Way Udaipur To Delhi Transfer: $162
- One Way Udaipur To Jaipur Transfer: $81
- Private A/c Transfer Udaipur To Mount Abu ( 4 Seat A/c Sedan): $86
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sihanoukville
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sihanoukville:
- Convenient Taxi Transfers from Sihanoukville to Kampot: $36
- Private Shuttle Transfer From Sihanoukville - Phnom Penh: $70
- Private Transfer From Sihanoukville to Phnom Penh: $35
- Private Transfer in Sihanoukville to Phnom Penh by VIP Alphard: $180
- Private Transfer to/from Battambang - Sihanoukville: $115
- Private taxi transfer from Sihanoukville to Battambang: $290
- Sihanoukville Airport Transfers: $25
- Sihanoukville International Airport Transfers: $23
- Private Taxi Transfer to Kampot: $224
- Transfer: Between Airport and Shihanouk ville: $20
Is it cheaper to fly into Udaipur or Sihanoukville?
Prices for flights to both Sihanoukville 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 $17Sihanoukville $31
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
- Breakfast Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $20
- Old city Tuk Tuk Ride & Food Tour with Female guide: $26
- 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
- Culinary Experience: Food Tour or Cooking Class by Locals: $32
- Authentic Indian Cooking Class with Lunch or Dinner: $32
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sihanoukville
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Sihanoukville.
- Cooking class in Kampot: $20
- Kampot Cooking Class by Eco Lotus Kampot: $33
- Sihanoukville - Khmer Traditional Cooking Class: $110
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Udaipur $6.31Sihanoukville $5.30
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$1.05
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Lake Boat Tour$2.11
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
- Explore Udaipur in One Day – Private Tour by Car With Guide: $5.28
- Monsoon Palace Sunset Tour with Hotel Pickup: $5.29
- 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: $7.54
- Royal Romance of Palaces, Lakes & Hidden Gems Tour: $8.46
- Shopping Tour of Bazaars & Local Artisan Workshops: $8.46
Tours and Activities in Sihanoukville
Here are a few actual costs in Sihanoukville for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Kampot Pepper Tour, Salt Field, Cave Temple, Secret Lake: $20
- Kampot & Kep: Full-Day Countryside Tour of 10+ Top Attractions: $24
- Kampot Countryside Tour - Pepper Farm, Salt Lake, Caves, and more: $25
- La Plantation tour (discovering Kampot Pepper) + Lunch: $27
- Kampot Day Tour "Bokor National Park": $29
- Bokor Mountain Adventure - History, Sights and Waterfalls: $29
- Discovery Tour: Caving, Climbing, Via Ferrata and Abseiling in Kampot: $53
- Bokor Mountain: Historic & Scenic Tour with Rickshaw/SUV: $55
- Exploring the Best of Kampot and Kep in a Full-Day Tour: $55
- Private Kampot Countryside Tour & Pepper farm, Kep/Crab Market: $55
- Small Group Sihanoukville City Tour: $59
- Exploring Shore Excursions from Cruise Ports: $59
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUdaipur $7.85Sihanoukville $4.36
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Udaipur and Sihanoukville, we can see that Sihanoukville 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 Sihanoukville would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sihanoukville 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 Sihanoukville Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Udaipur or Sihanoukville?
Udaipur has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Sihanoukville. When comparing the sizes of Udaipur and Sihanoukville, 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.