Which place is cheaper, Hyderabad or Uttar Pradesh?
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 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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Uttar Pradesh Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUttar Pradesh $311Hyderabad $55
The average daily cost (per person) in Uttar Pradesh is $311, while the average daily cost in Hyderabad is $55. 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 $153Hyderabad $18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUttar Pradesh $306Hyderabad $36
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 $38Hyderabad $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Uttar Pradesh
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Uttar Pradesh:
- Private transfer Agra to Varnashi: $246
- Private transfer Agra to Varnashi: $230
- Budget Transfer by Car from Agra to Varanasi Hotel: $200
- One-Way Transfers Agra to Delhi with Bird Park & fatehpur visits: $192
- Private Transfer : Agra to Varanasi by Car: $180
- Private Transfer- Agra city to Delhi via Mathura: $169
- Private Transfer From Agra To Udaipur: $160
- Private One Way Transfer From Agra To Udaipur: $150
- Varanasi hotel to Bodhgaya hotel private transfer: $135
- Private Transfer Agra to Varanasi by Car: $130
- Agra to Delhi airport transfer by air-conditioned car: $130
- Agra to Delhi (one-way private transfer): $121
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
- Hyderabad Airport (HYD) to Downtown - Arrival Private Transfer: $71
- Hyderabad Airport (HYD) to Hyderabad Round-Trip Transfer: $83
- Hyderabad to Hyderabad Airport (HYD) Departure Private Transfer: $42
- Airport Transfer to/from Hotel: $30
- Pochampally Textile Tour with Private Transfer: $127
- Private Transfer Round Trip Downtown to Hyderabad Airport: $142
- Private Transfer from Rajiv Gandhi (HYD) Airport to Hyderabad: $68
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 $118Hyderabad $27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Uttar Pradesh
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Uttar Pradesh.
- Dine In Indian, home cooked food Agra Food tour My Magic Kitchen: $19
- Agra Local Arts and Crafts and Food Tours with Guide: $20
- Agra's best cooking classes: $27
- Agra Street Food Tour and Sadar Bazar Walking Tour: $30
- Private Indian Cooking Demonstration and In-Home Meal Minutes from the Taj Mahal: $33
- Watch Bollywood Movie with Dinner in Agra: $35
- Cooking Demonstration + Meals and interaction Workshop: $37
- Indian Home Visit Cooking Demo: $38
- Seth Gali Bazaar Walk with Lavish on table barbecue dinner: $38
- Cooking Class with Sona: $38
- Indian Cooking Class and Dine with a Local Family in Agra: $40
- Authentic Indian Family Cooking Class in Agra: $40
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: $99
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uttar Pradesh $61Hyderabad $14
Tours and Activities in Uttar Pradesh
Here are a few actual costs in Uttar Pradesh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 03 Day Spiritual Tour: Kashi Vishwanath,Ganga Aarti Sarnath”: $267
- 08 Hours : Private - Full Day City Tour Of Delhi: $53
- 08 Hours : Private Full Day City Tour of Jaipur: $90
- 1 Day Agra and 1 Day Jaipur Private Tour from Agra: $202
- 1 Day Private Tour of Agra - Taj Mahal & More: $35
- 11 - Hours Agra Tour: Sunrise and Sunset of Taj Mahal from Delhi.: $100
- 11-Hour Agra Day Tour : Sunrise and Sunset of Taj Mahal: $69
- 2 Day Private Bodhgaya Tour From Varanasi: $189
- 2 Day Private Mystical Varanasi Tour: $43
- 2 Day Varanasi Day Tour with Boating and English Speaking Guide: $300
- 2 Days Jaipur City Tour from Agra: $85
- 2 Days Private Taj Mahal Sunrise and Agra Overnight Tour: $235
Tours and Activities in Hyderabad
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hyderabad.
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal and Agra City Day Tour (All Inclusive): $4.51
- Jaipur: Private Full Day City Tour By Tuk-Tuk/Car with Guide: $11
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Hyderabad (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Jaipur: Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal & City Palace Tour by Car: $12
- Old City Walking Tour with Charminar Entry: $13
- Ramoji Film City Magical Full-Day Tour With Lunch: $18
- Spiritual Trails of Hyderabad (2 Hours Guided Temples Tour): $19
- Night Walk Hyderabad (2 Hour Guided Walking Tour): $19
- From To Agra & Taj Mahal Tour with Flight & Guide: $21
- Guided Night Walking Tour with Boat Ride: $25
- Street Food Walking Tour with 7+ Tastings: $28
- Private Tuk-Tuk City Tour: $34
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUttar Pradesh $28Hyderabad $9.88
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: $34
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Uttar Pradesh and Hyderabad, we can see that Uttar Pradesh is more expensive. And not only is Hyderabad much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hyderabad would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hyderabad 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 Uttar Pradesh would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Uttar Pradesh than you might in Hyderabad.
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.
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.