Which place is cheaper, Pushkar 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 Pushkar?
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 Pushkar. 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 Pushkar?
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.
Pushkar
Pushkar is a city located in the state of Rajasthan, India. The city is considered a holy one; it's famous for its Brahma temple. It is also known for its ghats, its lake, and bazaar. Brahma is one part of the holy Hindu trinity and is known sit on a lotus flower (which is what 'Pushkar' translates to). In Hindu religion, Brahma is believed to be the creator of this world and Pushkar is the most important temple.
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 $42Pushkar $34
The average daily cost (per person) in Uttar Pradesh is $42, while the average daily cost in Pushkar is $34. 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 Pushkar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUttar Pradesh $15Pushkar $12
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUttar Pradesh $30Pushkar $24
Compare Hotels in Uttar Pradesh and Pushkar
Looking for a hotel in Uttar Pradesh or Pushkar? 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: Pushkar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Uttar Pradesh $7.43Pushkar $4.70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Uttar Pradesh
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Uttar Pradesh:
- Agra: Create Your Own Itinerary - Private Tour & Transfer: $4.04
- Private Lucknow Arrival Transfer - Airport to Lucknow Hotels drop: $8.73
- Private Transfer: Varanasi Station to Hotel: $11
- Varanasi Airport Transfer: $14
- Private Transfer Agra to Jaipur with Fatehpur Sikri: $20
- Private Transfer From Agra To Jaipur with Fatehpur Sikri: $23
- Varanasi Hotels to Varanasi Airport drop: Private Transfers: $23
- Varanasi Airport to Varanasi Hotels drop: Private Transfers: $23
- Private Transfer from Lucknow to Kanpur: $26
- Private Transfers from Agra to Major Cities – Flexible Options: $27
- Private Departure Transfer from Varanasi Hotel to Airport: $28
- Mathura to Delhi private transfer: $28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pushkar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pushkar:
- From Pushkar : Private Transfer To Jodhpur: $30
- From Pushkar : Private Transfer To Udaipur: $65
- From Chittorgarh Fort Day Trip with Transfers: $74
- From Private Transfer to Jaipur: $30
- Jaipur: Private Transfer to Jodhpur with Pushkar tour: $63
- One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Jodhpur: $34
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Agra In AC Vehicle: $112
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Jaipur In AC Vehicle: $45
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Jodhpur In AC Vehicle: $71
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Mount Abu In AC Vehicle: $112
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To New Delhi In AC Vehicle: $112
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Ranthambore In AC Vehicle: $117
Is it cheaper to fly into Uttar Pradesh or Pushkar?
Prices for flights to both Pushkar 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 $19Pushkar $17
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: $17
- Agra Cooking Classes (Pick up and Drop available): $18
- Varanasi: 3-hour street food tour: $33
- Watch Bollywood Movie with Dinner in Agra: $35
- Seth Gali Bazaar Walk with Lavish on table barbecue dinner: $38
- Dinner at Agra with local Indian family : $40
- Varanasi: Private Food Tour with Ganga Aarti Ceremony: $42
- Agra Food Tour - A walking buffet: $43
- Indian Cooking Class and Dine with a Local Family in Agra: $43
- Private 3-Hour Cooking Lesson and Meal in a Local Home in Agra: $45
- Henna application session with dinner: $48
- Cooking Class with Homemade Dinner by Lady Chef: $53
Typical Food Prices in Pushkar
Some typical examples of dining costs in Pushkar are as follows:
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Lunch$2.27
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uttar Pradesh $11Pushkar $7.80
Tours and Activities in Uttar Pradesh
Here are a few actual costs in Uttar Pradesh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Taj Mahal Skip-the-Line Guided Tour with Optional Add-ons: $2.20
- Agra: Taj Mahal and Mausoleum Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line: $2.25
- Tajmahal skip the line : $2.50
- Lucknow Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $3.88
- Agra: Skip the Line Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Private Day Tour: $4.00
- Private Guided Taj Mahal Tour with Skip The Line Entry Ticket: $4.00
- Private Taj Mahal Sunrise and Agra Fort Skip the Line Tour : $4.62
- Skip The Line Taj Mahal Agra Fort Car & Tour Guide From Agra: $5.00
- Same Day Agra Tour By Gatimaan Express Train from delhi: $5.00
- Skip The Line Taj Mahal & Agra Tour by AC Car From Agra: $5.00
- From Agra: Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal & Fort Private Tour by Car: $5.00
- Taj Mahal Agra Day Tour by Tuk Tuk/ Auto Rickshaw: $5.00
Tours and Activities in Pushkar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Pushkar are as follows:
- Walking Sightseeing Tour - The Shine Pushkar: $5.79
- Spiritual Walking tour with Puja Ceremony -The Pushkar Route: $5.94
- Spiritual City Walking Tour-THE Pushkar Route: $6.76
- Afternoon Walking tour -The Pushkar Route: $6.83
- Evening Walking Tour with Fire Rituals-The Pushkar Route: $6.83
- Temples Walk around 52 Ghats ( Spiritual Tour )-The Pushkar Route: $7.00
- Afternoon Walk Tour with Sunset & Fire Ritual -The Pushkar Route : $7.00
- Evening Walking tour with Fire Ceremony - The Pushkar Route : $8.00
- Private Historical Walking Tour in Nasiyan Jain Temple: $9.25
- Cultural Walk of Pushkar (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Pushkar 2 Hour Walking Tour with Guide: $13
- 2-Hour Walking Tour with Guide: $14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUttar Pradesh $6.09Pushkar $6.34
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: $37
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Uttar Pradesh and Pushkar, we can see that Uttar Pradesh is more expensive. And not only is Pushkar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Pushkar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pushkar 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 Pushkar.
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 Pushkar Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Uttar Pradesh or Pushkar?
Uttar Pradesh has a larger population, and is about 10270 times larger than the population of Pushkar. When comparing the sizes of Uttar Pradesh and Pushkar, 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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