A Travel Price Comparison for India Varanasi vs. Rajasthan for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Varanasi or Rajasthan?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Varanasi and Rajasthan can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Varanasi or Rajasthan?

Varanasi

Known to be one of India's holiest cities, many come to Varanasi on a spiritual pilgrimage looking to bathe in the sacred waters of the Ganges River. Dating back to the 11th Century BC, it is also one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Centuries old temples make up the backdrop, as many come and come again to perform their holy rights at the edge of the historic river.

Rajasthan

It's time to visit the world of harems and maharajahs, palaces and fortresses, incense and mysticism. Rajasthan is a state in the northwest of India full of history and magnificent forts – the best in the country. Known as the Land of Kings, Rajasthan really has something for everyone. With sand dunes, jungles, camel trains, wild tigers, glittering jewels, vibrant cultures and a calendar full of festivals, this area is a must-see spot in this bucket list country.

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Which place is cheaper, Rajasthan or Varanasi?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Varanasi Prices
    India Prices
    Rajasthan Prices
    India Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Varanasi $34
    Rajasthan $0.00

The average daily cost (per person) in Varanasi is $34, while the average daily cost in Rajasthan is $0.00. 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 Varanasi and Rajasthan in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Varanasi $16
    Rajasthan -
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Varanasi $32
    Rajasthan $0.00
Compare Hotels in Varanasi and Rajasthan

Looking for a hotel in Varanasi or Rajasthan? 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.

Hotels in Varanasi


Hotels in Rajasthan


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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: Varanasi Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Varanasi $4.80
    Rajasthan -
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Varanasi

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Varanasi:


  • Tuk Tuk Through Town
    $0.93
  • Rickshaw Ride
    $0.58

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Varanasi

Also for Varanasi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • From Agra: One-Way Private Transfer to Varanasi: $170
  • From Agra: Budget One Way Transfer Agra to Varanasi: $164
  • Varanasi hotel to Bodhgaya hotel private transfer: $135
  • Private Transfer Varanasi to Bodhgaya - One Way: $107
  • Private transfer from Varanasi to Allahabad: $67
  • Airport Pickup/Drop Transfer Service: $58
  • Private Car Airport Transfer from Hotel in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram: $55
  • Private Varanasi Heritage Walk with Hotel Transfer: $45
  • Private Transfer from Lal Bahadur Shastri (VNS) Airport to Varanasi: $40
  • Private Transfer from Varanasi to Lal Bahadur Shastri (VNS) Airport: $40
  • Delhi Private Arrival Transfer From New Delhi Airport To Hotel In Delhi: $34
  • Varanasi Airport to hotel private transfer: $18

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rajasthan

Also for Rajasthan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Udaipur Full Day Custom Tour with Transfers: $85
  • Udaipur Airport Transfers: $27
  • Transfers to Ranthambore Fort and Ganesh Temple in a Gypsy / Car: $12
  • Transfer from Jaipur to New Delhi Hotel / Accommodation: $47
  • Transfer from Jaipur to Delhi with Tajmahal sight seeing: $187
  • Taj Mahal and Agra Tour from Jaipur with Transfer : $89
  • Smooth Departure Transfer by Car from Udaipur to Ahmadabad: $100
  • Self Guided Bikaner City Tour With One Way Transfer To Jaipur : $108
  • Sanganer - A Visit to an Artisan Community with Private Transfer: $105
  • Same Day Ranthambore Safari From Jaipur With Transfer To Agra Including Tickets: $227
  • Round Trip Transfers to Ranthambore Fort Ganesh Temple in a Gypsy: $12
  • Ranthambore Wildlife Safari with Tickets & Transfer Options: $120

Is it cheaper to fly into Varanasi or Rajasthan?

Prices for flights to both Rajasthan and Varanasi 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Varanasi $12
    Rajasthan -
Typical Food Prices in Varanasi

For Varanasi, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Dinner In Town
    $4.00

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Varanasi

For Varanasi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Food Tour: Highlights Tour with Tasting &Sunset in Varanasi: $15
  • Tests of Best Varanasi Local Food Tour With Tourist Guide: $17
  • Night Boat Ride, Aarti Ceremony and Dinner: $17
  • Varanasi Food Tour with Monu: $22
  • Varanasi Food Tour with Monu : $30
  • Varanasi Cooking Classes with Indu and Shobha: $32
  • 3-hour street food tour: $33
  • 3-hour street food tour: $33
  • Varanasi Cooking Classes with Indu and Shobha: $40
  • Yoga, Ayurveda, and Cooking Class with Boat Ride: $42
  • Private Food Tour with Ganga Aarti Ceremony: $42
  • Private Food Tour with Ganga Aarti Ceremony: $44

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rajasthan

For Rajasthan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Udaipur Shopping tour by female consultant optional cooking class: $8.88
  • Half Day Osian Village Safari Tour with Dinner: $11
  • Cooking Classes in Pink City: $12
  • Best Food Tour in Jaipur: $15
  • Durga Cooking Class: $17
  • Jaipur Shopping Tour & Food Tour with Local Expert factory visit : $18
  • Famous Masala Chowk Food Tour: $20
  • Food Tour and Eat like Locals : $20
  • cooking class demo with dinner: $20
  • Cooking class demo with dinner : $20
  • Best cooking class with family in Jaipur - Activity in jaipur: $21
  • Jaipur Full Day Tour with local family dinner: $21

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Varanasi $10
    Rajasthan -
Typical Entertainment Prices in Varanasi

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Varanasi's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Boat Ride
    $0.81

Tours and Activities in Varanasi

For Varanasi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Varanasi Experience 01 Night -02 Days Tour: $85
  • 08 Hours : Private - Full Day City Tour Of Delhi : $53
  • 08 Hours : Private Full Day City Tour of Jaipur : $90
  • 1 Day Ayodhya Tour from Varanasi: $79
  • 11 Days Spiritual Buddhist Circuit Tour: $1,328
  • 2 Day Varanasi Day Tour with Boating and English Speaking Guide: $300
  • 2 Days & 1 Night Exclusive Tour Package of Varanasi: $224
  • 2 Days Enlightening Bodhgaya Tour from Varanasi: $189
  • 2 Days Spiritual Varanasi Tour With Transport and Guide: $180
  • 2 Days Varanasi tour package for first timers: $200
  • 2 Night 3 Days Spiritual Varanasi with Cruise Ride: $254
  • 3 Days Admirable Tour in Varanasi with private tour guided: $106

Tours and Activities in Rajasthan

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rajasthan.

  • Day Tour from Jaipur Bird Watching in Keoladeo National Park (Bharatpur): $60
  • Diwali with Udaipur Locals 2025 tickets - Meals & activities: $8.88
  • Explore Udaipur: A Full-Day Private City Tour: $70
  • From Jaipur : Same Day Agra Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour: $149
  • From Jaipur: Ranthambore Tiger Safari Private Day Tour: $100
  • Full Day Udaipur City Tour by Private Vehicle: $88
  • Golden Triangle Tour To Delhi Agra And Jaipur 4 Days: $212
  • Guided Jaipur City Tour With Drop Off at Udaipur: $110
  • Jaipur Private Tour by Car : $17
  • Jaipur Tour by Tuk-Tuk: $12
  • Jodhpur city tour with Private guide and car: $120
  • Local Sightseeing - Udaipur ," Travel With Chinmay ".: $35

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Varanasi $7.62
    Rajasthan -

Sample the Local Flavors in Rajasthan

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Rajasthan:

  • Pub Crawl Udaipur: $38


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Varanasi and Rajasthan, we can see that Varanasi is more expensive. And not only is Rajasthan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Rajasthan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Rajasthan 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 Varanasi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Varanasi than you might in Rajasthan.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Varanasi Expensive? and Is Rajasthan Expensive?.


Which has a larger population, Varanasi or Rajasthan?

Rajasthan has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Varanasi. When comparing the sizes of Varanasi and Rajasthan, 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.