Which place is cheaper, Srinagar or Udaipur?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Udaipur or Srinagar?
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 Srinagar. 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 Srinagar?
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.
Srinagar
Lying on the banks of the Jhelum River, Srinagar is the largest city and the summer capital of the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is best known for its gardens, waterfronts, and houseboats as well as local traditional Kashmiri handicrafts and dried fruits.
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.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUdaipur $33Srinagar $26
The average daily cost (per person) in Udaipur is $33, while the average daily cost in Srinagar is $26. 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 Srinagar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUdaipur $16Srinagar $15
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUdaipur $32Srinagar $30
Compare Hotels in Udaipur and Srinagar
Looking for a hotel in Udaipur or Srinagar? 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 Srinagar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Udaipur $7.08Srinagar $2.57
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$0.48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Udaipur
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Udaipur:
- Dilwara Temples & Mount Abu: Private Day Trip with Transfer: $105
- From Jaisalmer : Private One Way Udaipur Transfer in AC Car: $149
- From Udaipur : Private Transfer To Jaipur Via Pushkar: $85
- From Udaipur : Private Transfer To Mount Abu: $48
- From Udaipur : Private Transfer To Ranthmbore: $118
- From Udaipur Transfer To Jaisalmer Via Ranakpur Jain Temple: $101
- From Half Day tour of Udaipur with Transfers: $80
- From Private Transfer to Delhi, Jaipur, or Pushkar: $55
- Jagmandir Island And Sunset Boat Ride On Lake Pichola, Udaipur Without Transfers: $146
- Jodhpur To Udaipur Transfer: $85
- Jodhpur to Udaipur one Way Transfer: $49
- Kumbhalgarh Fort & Ranakpur Tour With One Way Transfer From Udaipur To Jodhpur: $99
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Srinagar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Srinagar:
- A Private Airport Transfer in Srinagar: $27
- Airport Transfers: $30
- Kashmir Transport Services for Transfers & Sightseeing Tours: $73
- Kashmir: 5-Day Tour with Houseboat Stay and Transfers: $239
- PRIVATE TOURS SRINAGAR FULL DAY CUM FOR TRANSFER AND TOURS.: $48
- Private Round-trip Transfer from Srinagar to Gulmarg: $37
- Private Transfer from Sheikh ul-Alam (SXR) Airport to Srinagar: $70
- Private Transfer from Srinagar to Sheikh ul-Alam (SXR) Airport: $70
- Srinagar Airport Transfer: $28
- Srinagar Airport Transfers Taxi Service: $16
- Srinagar Airport: One-Way Transfer Arrival and Departure: $36
- Srinagar To Leh, Ladakh Taxi (One way Transfer): $245
Is it cheaper to fly into Udaipur or Srinagar?
Prices for flights to both Srinagar 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 $11Srinagar $5.18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Udaipur
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Udaipur.
- Private Traditional Dinner with an Indian Family in Udaipur: $8.96
- Indian Cooking Class Udaipur meals+sweets 5 dishes Full meals: $11
- Indian Cooking Class meals+sweets 5 dishes Full meals: $12
- Durga Cooking Class: $17
- Taste of Udaipur (2 Hour Guided Street Food Tour Experience): $24
- mamta cooking class awarded by tripadvisor : $24
- Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings: $25
- Culinary Adventure: Make Pizza, Sip Wine At Royal Repast: $39
- 3 Hours Indian Cooking Session at Local Home (Udaipur): $50
- Private Rajasthani Cooking Class in an Udaipur Home: $54
- Jodhpur to Osian camel safari / Dinner At Dhani: $60
- Evening Cooking Session and Dinner with an Indian Family: $72
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Srinagar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Srinagar.
- Candle Lit Romantic Dinner In Kashmir: $48
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Udaipur $7.17Srinagar $10
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$1.20
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Lake Boat Tour$2.40
Tours and Activities in Udaipur
Here are a few actual costs in Udaipur for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Jaipur City Full Day Tour By Tuk-Tuk: $8.82
- Delwara Handicraft Experience: $9.19
- Eklingji Temple & Nagda Temple Tour By Tuk-Tuk Or Car: $9.19
- Udaipur Half Day City Tour by Tuk Tuk: $9.60
- Udaipur Walking Tour(2 Hours Guided Walk): $9.81
- Udaipur Heritage City and Local Market Walking tour: $11
- Old city Heritage walk and local market walking tour: $11
- Local Market Walking Tour: $11
- Private Udaipur Village Tour by Tuk-Tuk or by Car: $12
- Udaipur Guided sightseeing Tour in Three wheeled Tuk Tuk : $12
- Udapiur: Night Walking Tour: $13
- Guided Night Walking Tour in Udaipur - Explore the best nightlife with a local: $13
Tours and Activities in Srinagar
Here are a few actual costs in Srinagar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- I provide all facilities during tour: $48
- Srinagar Splendors: A Private City Tour: $65
- Lake Tour of Kashmir: $65
- Private Old City and Mughal Gardens Guided Tour: $68
- Gulmarg Adventure: A Thrilling Day Trip from Srinagar: $71
- Private Custom Tour: Gulmarg local Sightseeing with guide: $74
- Private Custom Excursion Tour to Gulmarg from Srinagar with Guide: $74
- Enchanting Day Tour with Shikara Ride at Dal Lake: $80
- Full day tour of Srinagar with Entrance Fee & Guide: $154
- Private Day Tour with Shikara Ride at Dal Lake: $191
- Kashmir Houseboat Tour Package for 3 Days: $209
- Full day tour of Srinagar with Entrance Fee, Guide, Shikara ride & Lunch: $222
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUdaipur $8.93Srinagar $2.57
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): $20
- Pub Crawl Udaipur (3 Hours Guided Nightlife Experience): $36
- 3-Hour Pub Crawl: $39
- Pub Crawl Udaipur: $39
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Udaipur and Srinagar, we can see that Udaipur is more expensive. And not only is Srinagar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Srinagar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Srinagar 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 Udaipur would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Udaipur than you might in Srinagar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Udaipur Expensive? and Is Srinagar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Udaipur or Srinagar?
Srinagar has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Udaipur. When comparing the sizes of Udaipur and Srinagar, 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.
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