Which place is cheaper, Punjab or Uttar Pradesh?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Uttar Pradesh or Punjab?
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 Punjab. 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 Punjab?
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.
Punjab
Punjab is a state of northwestern India, its name roughly translating to "the land of five rivers." Like much of India, Punjab is thriving with culture evident in its royal palaces, historic monuments, shrines, temples, and more.
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 $37Punjab $53
The average daily cost (per person) in Uttar Pradesh is $37, while the average daily cost in Punjab is $53. 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 Punjab in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUttar Pradesh $16Punjab $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUttar Pradesh $32Punjab $46
Compare Hotels in Uttar Pradesh and Punjab
Looking for a hotel in Uttar Pradesh or Punjab? 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 $7.83Punjab $16
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 Varnashi: $230
- Private Transfer- Agra city to Delhi via Mathura: $193
- Transfer from Delhi to Jaipur with Tajmahal sight seeing: $187
- Private Transfer : Agra to Varanasi by Car: $180
- Private transfer from Agra to Varanasi by Car: $161
- Private Transfer From Agra To Udaipur: $160
- Private Transfer from Agra to Varanasi by Car: $147
- Budget Transfer by Car from Agra to Varanasi Hotel: $146
- 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
Is it cheaper to fly into Uttar Pradesh or Punjab?
Prices for flights to both Punjab 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 $12Punjab $19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Uttar Pradesh
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Uttar Pradesh.
- Agra Cooking Classes (Pick up and Drop available): $20
- 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
- Indian Cooking Class: $30
- Agra's best cooking classes: $31
- Seth Gali Bazaar Walk with Lavish on table barbecue dinner: $38
- A Vegetarian Cooking Demonstration in Agra (Lunch or Dinner): $40
- Agra Food Tour - A walking buffet: $43
- Private 3-Hour Cooking Lesson and Meal in a Local Home in Agra: $45
- Indian Cooking Class and Dine with a Local Family in Agra: $46
- Henna application session with dinner: $48
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uttar Pradesh $12Punjab $15
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 Local Tour with Taj Mahal : $30
- Jaipur Overnight Tour from Agra : $300
- Private 6 Hours: Agra Temples and Spiritual Sites Tour: $38
- Private Agra Local Sightseeing Tour: $47
- Private Full Day Sunrise Taj Mahal Tour from Agra hotel : $30
- Taj Mahal Sunrise & Agra Fort Private Tour - All Inclusive: $21
- 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
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUttar Pradesh $6.41Punjab $13
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 Punjab, we can see that Punjab 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 Punjab would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Punjab 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 Punjab Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Uttar Pradesh or Punjab?
Uttar Pradesh has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Punjab. When comparing the sizes of Uttar Pradesh and Punjab, 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.