Which place is cheaper, Kerala 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 Kerala?
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 Kerala. 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 Kerala?
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.
Kerala
Palm trees, sandy beaches, and vibrant culture. You'll find all of these things in Kerala, India. Located in the south of the country, Kerala is known as one of the top ten paradises in the world.
This area is covered in a beautiful, natural ecosystem including backwaters, mountains, coconuts and spices. The heavy, yearlong rains provide lush and gorgeous vegetation, and earn the area a spot on the list of the wettest spots on earth.
Kerala is very different from the rest of India. For one, this area is the most literate and diverse area in in the country with churches, mosques, Hindu temples and even synagogues. This states' education and healthcare are far beyond the rest of the country- putting them on par with many Western areas of the world. However, even though this area is incredibly diverse and progressive, do not expect everyone to speak or understand English.
The best part is that this area is by far the safest in all of India. There is almost no incidence of tourists being cheated or taken for granted.
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 $39Kerala $464
The average daily cost (per person) in Uttar Pradesh is $39, while the average daily cost in Kerala is $464. 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 Kerala in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUttar Pradesh $14Kerala $256
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUttar Pradesh $28Kerala $512
Compare Hotels in Uttar Pradesh and Kerala
Looking for a hotel in Uttar Pradesh or Kerala? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Uttar Pradesh $6.94Kerala $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Uttar Pradesh
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Uttar Pradesh:
- A Taste of Agra for Foodies with Private Transfer: $114
- Affordable transfer from Agra to Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri: $33
- Agra : Private Transfer Agra to Delhi: $50
- Agra Airport to Agra Hotels drop: Private Transfers: $8.14
- Agra Group Sightseeing Tour with Transfers and Expert Guide: $52
- Agra Half-Day City Tour and Transfer to Delhi: $136
- Agra to Bharatpur Hotels One Way transfers with Bird Park visits: $65
- Agra to Delhi (one-way private transfer): $121
- Agra to Delhi Private Luxury Transfer: $76
- Agra to Delhi airport transfer by air-conditioned car: $67
- Agra to Jaipur (one-way shared transfer): $67
- Agra to Jaipur Airport/Hotel One-Way AC Vehicle Private Transfers: $43
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kerala
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kerala:
- Affordable Trivandrum Airport Transfer: $15
- Affordable transfer from Kochi to Munnar: $40
- Airport Transfer: Cochin Port Cruise Terminal to Cochin International Airport: $35
- Airport to Hotel Transfers Kochi: $53
- Athirappilly Waterfalls Day Trip from Kochi with Transfers: $67
- Cochin - private arrival transfer from airport to hotel: $25
- Cochin - private departure transfer from hotel to airport: $39
- Cochin to Vagamon Transfer: $80
- Kochi Airport Transfers : Budget Sedan and SUV Cabs: $18
- Kochi Taxi Service and Airport Transfers: $11
- Kochi: Kathakali, Theyyam & Kalaripayattu Show with Transfers: $11
- Kovalam to Alleppey Private Transfer: $130
Is it cheaper to fly into Uttar Pradesh or Kerala?
Prices for flights to both Kerala 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 $18Kerala $165
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: $20
- Agra Local Arts and Crafts and Food Tours with Guide: $20
- Private Indian Cooking Demonstration and In-Home Meal Minutes from the Taj Mahal: $33
- Watch Bollywood Movie with Dinner in Agra: $35
- Indian Home Visit Cooking Demo: $38
- Seth Gali Bazaar Walk with Lavish on table barbecue dinner: $38
- Cooking Demonstration + Meals and interaction Workshop: $38
- Cooking Class with Sona: $39
- Authentic Indian Family Cooking Class in Agra: $40
- Dinner at Agra with local Indian family: $40
- Varanasi: Private Food Tour with Ganga Aarti Ceremony: $42
- Agra Food Tour - A walking buffet: $43
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kerala
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kerala.
- Enjoy the best Food tour in kochi with a local !: $19
- Kerala Traditional Village Cooking Class in Munnar: $20
- Private candle light dinner: $20
- WE COOKS- Home Cooking Class in Munnar: $23
- Cooking classes @ Aryavilla heritage, Varkala: $35
- Hands-on Authentic Keralite Cooking Class - Learn, Cook, Eat & Enjoy!: $35
- Biryani - Cooking Class in Fort Kochi: $54
- Private Traditional Home Cooking Class in Kochi with Archana: $70
- Group Kerala Cooking Demo & Home Dining Experience in Kochi: $75
- Authentic Kerala Syrian Christian Cooking Class in a Cochin Home: $79
- Tour of Kochi with Lunch: Kathakali and Dinner With Evening Tour.: $110
- Kochi Over View: Kathakali, Dinner, Pick & Drop Included Tour: $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uttar Pradesh $10Kerala $78
Tours and Activities in Uttar Pradesh
Here are a few actual costs in Uttar Pradesh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Lucknow Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $3.80
- The local & old market Shopping tour: $5.00
- Agra’s Hidden Gems & Flavors on a Thrilling Tuk-Tuk Tour 3-4 Hrs: $5.00
- Taj Mahal Ticket - Skip the line: $5.00
- Agra: Taj Mahal Skip The Line Entry Tour With 5* Lunch: $5.43
- Agra: skip-the-line Sunrise Taj Mahal with Mausoleum Tour: $5.64
- Agra Fort Visits - Skip the line entry with Licensed Tour Guide: $5.97
- LOCAL Agra :Taj Mahal Sunrise / Sunset Private Tour by Car: $8.00
- Private Tour personal Driver & Lauxry Car: $8.00
- Taj Mahal Agra Fort Tour From Agra - Skip the line: $8.00
- Shopping Tour in Agra with Local Tour Guide Include Marble Inlay Factory by Car: $9.75
- Skip-the-Line: Agra Fort Entrance Ticket with Guided Tour: $10
Tours and Activities in Kerala
Here are a few actual costs in Kerala for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 5 Days Luxury Kerala Tour with Houseboat Experience Private Tour: $4.34
- Kochi Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour: $6.95
- Fort Kochi Local Sightseeing Tour: $9.00
- Half-Day Private Tuk Tuk Tour in Fort Kochi: $9.32
- Shikara Boat Tour Alleppey Backwater Fantastic Boat Cruise: $9.50
- Fort Kochi Sightseeing Tuk-Tuk Tour: $9.77
- Authentic Tuk Tuk Heritage Tour of Kochi with Local Guide: $9.77
- Medium Hard Trekking (munnar valley Trekking & Tours ): $9.78
- Fort Kochi Tuk Tuk Tour: $11
- Half day trekking (munnar valley Trekking & Tours ): $11
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Trivandrum 2 Hour Guided Walking Tour: $11
- Kochi Tuk-Tuk Private Tours with Pickup from Cruise Ships: $11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUttar Pradesh $5.69Kerala $73
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: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Uttar Pradesh and Kerala, we can see that Kerala 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 Kerala would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kerala 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 Kerala Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Uttar Pradesh or Kerala?
Uttar Pradesh has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Kerala. When comparing the sizes of Uttar Pradesh and Kerala, 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.