Which place is cheaper, Hyderabad or Uttar Pradesh?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Uttar Pradesh or Hyderabad?
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 Uttar Pradesh and Hyderabad. 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: Uttar Pradesh or Hyderabad?
Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh is a state in the northern plains region of India. The vast region has an ancient and interesting history which has even been said to have inspired two great epics of India, the Ramayana and Mahabharata. It is most famous for the Taj Mahal, located in Agra - the tourist capital of the region.
Hyderabad
Hyderabad, located in Southern India, is the capital of the state of Telangana. It is a city rich with history and tradition as well as booming in the technology industry, hosting the India headquarters for both Microsoft and Google. In addition to many upscale restaurants and shops, Hyderabad is also home to important historic sites and beautiful landmarks.
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 dayUttar Pradesh $0.00Hyderabad $50
The average daily cost (per person) in Uttar Pradesh is $0.00, while the average daily cost in Hyderabad is $50. 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 Uttar Pradesh and Hyderabad in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUttar Pradesh -Hyderabad $21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUttar Pradesh $0.00Hyderabad $42
Compare Hotels in Uttar Pradesh and Hyderabad
Looking for a hotel in Uttar Pradesh or Hyderabad? 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: Hyderabad Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Uttar Pradesh -Hyderabad $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Uttar Pradesh
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Uttar Pradesh:
- Lucknow 3-Days Private Tour with Hotel and Transfers: $277
- Private Transfer : Agra to Varanasi by Car: $180
- Private transfer from Agra to Varanasi by Car: $161
- Private Transfer from Agra to Varanasi by Car: $147
- Varanasi hotel to Bodhgaya hotel private transfer: $135
- Private Transfer Agra to Varanasi by Car: $130
- A Taste of Agra for Foodies with Private Transfer: $130
- Agra to Delhi airport transfer by air-conditioned car: $130
- Private Transfer To Jaipur From Agra Via Fatehpur Sikri And Abhaneri: $120
- Private Transfer from Agra to Jaipur with Fatehpur Sikri : $120
- Historical Walking Tour through Former Mughal Agra Capital with Private transfer: $119
- One Way Transfer From Agra To New Delhi in AC Vehicle: $117
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hyderabad
Also for Hyderabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 6-hours Golconda Fort & Qutub Shahi Tombs Tour with transfer: $97
- Downtown hotels to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Airport (HYD) - Departure Transfer: $39
- Downtown to Hyderabad Airport (HYD) - Departure Private Transfer: $43
- Full Day Ramoji Film City Tour with Lunch and Transfers: $115
- Hyderabad Airport Transfer: $16
- Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Airport (HYD) to Downtown hotels - Round-Trip Transfer: $78
- Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Airport(HYD) to Downtown hotels- Arrival Private Transfer: $39
- Mumbai/Goa/Kochi/Bangalore - Private One-Way Transfer: $24
- Pochampally Textile Tour with Private Transfer: $143
- Private Transfer Round Trip Downtown to Hyderabad Airport: $87
- Private Transfer from Hyderabad to Rajiv Gandhi (HYD) Airport: $62
- Private Transfer from Rajiv Gandhi (HYD) Airport to Hyderabad: $62
Is it cheaper to fly into Uttar Pradesh or Hyderabad?
Prices for flights to both Hyderabad and Uttar Pradesh 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 dayUttar Pradesh -Hyderabad $18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Uttar Pradesh
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Uttar Pradesh.
- Tests of Best Varanasi Local Food Tour With Tourist Guide: $18
- Agra Heritage Walk with Food Tour: $20
- Local Food Tour with Cooking Class in Home Agra Including Lunch or Dinner: $20
- Indian Home Visit Cooking Demo: $25
- Private Indian Cooking Demonstration and In-Home Meal Minutes from the Taj Mahal: $33
- Agra Food Tour - A walking buffet: $43
- Private Vegetarian Indian Cooking Class in Agra : $43
- Private 3-Hour Cooking Lesson and Meal in a Local Home in Agra: $45
- Henna application session with dinner: $48
- Cooking Classes in Varanasi for 2 Hours: $50
- Private Vegetarian Cooking Demonstration in Agra: $53
- Afternoon tour of Varanasi with Boat ride over Ganges & Dinner on a tuk-tuk : $59
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hyderabad
For Hyderabad, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hyderabad Evening Tour with Boat Ride, Laser Show & Dinner: $97
- Private Half Day Tour: Dinner cruise, Old city shopping ride & Laser show: $175
- Cooking Demonstration of Ethnic Hyderabadi Cuisine at Private Residence (Dinner): $201
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uttar Pradesh -Hyderabad $16
Tours and Activities in Uttar Pradesh
Here are a few actual costs in Uttar Pradesh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Agra City Tour With Guide: $43
- Agra Full day Sightseeing with Transports & Tour Guide: $37
- Private 6 Hours: Agra Temples and Spiritual Sites Tour: $38
- Private Agra Local Sightseeing Tour: $47
- Private Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Day Tour: $42
- Taj Mahal Sunrise & Agra Fort Private Tour - All Inclusive: $21
- Varanasi Experience 01 Night -02 Days Tour: $85
- 01 Day Private Taj Mahal Tour (Delhi- Agra - Delhi): $140
- 05-Hours Taj Mahal & Agra Day Tour by TUK TUK: $5.00
- 06 Hours Agra City Tour - Private: $85
- 08 Hours : Private - Full Day City Tour Of Delhi : $53
- 08 Hours : Private Full Day City Tour of Jaipur : $120
Tours and Activities in Hyderabad
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hyderabad.
- Charminar Skip the line Entry Ticket: $11
- Night Walk Hyderabad (2 Hour Guided Walking Tour): $14
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Hyderabad (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $14
- Spiritual Trails of Hyderabad (2 Hours Guided Temples Tour): $17
- Night Walk Hyderabad (2 Hour Guided Walking Tour): $17
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Hyderabad (2 Hours Guided Tour): $17
- Heritage Walking Tour of Old City and Charminar: $45
- Private Half-Day Tour of Hyderabad Including Sound & Light Show: $48
- Hussain Sagar Lake Private Walking Tour in Hyderabad : $49
- Full-Day Private Guided Tour of Hyderabad: $52
- Golconda Fort & Hyderabad City Tour: $53
- Hyderabads Grand Heritage City Tour: $53
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUttar Pradesh -Hyderabad $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Uttar Pradesh
Also in Uttar Pradesh, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl Lucknow: $39
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Uttar Pradesh and Hyderabad, we can see that Hyderabad is more expensive. And not only is Uttar Pradesh much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Uttar Pradesh would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Uttar Pradesh 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 Hyderabad would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hyderabad than you might in Uttar Pradesh.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Uttar Pradesh Expensive? and Is Hyderabad Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Uttar Pradesh or Hyderabad?
Uttar Pradesh has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Hyderabad. When comparing the sizes of Uttar Pradesh and Hyderabad, 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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