A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Beirut vs. Pushkar for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Beirut 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 Beirut 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: Beirut or Pushkar?

Beirut

Some travelers are seeking the hustle, bustle and posh atmosphere that only comes from a big city. Those travelers should have Beirut, Lebanon at the top of their list. The capital city is jam packed with 2.1 million people that are constantly on the go. As the commercial and financial hub of Lebanon, this city is fast-paced, fashion conscious and always ready for a night on the town.

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 The Best Sightseeing Tours in India, and The Best Cultural Tours in India.


Which place is cheaper, Pushkar or Beirut?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Beirut is $2.77, 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 Beirut and Pushkar in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Beirut $1.26
    Pushkar $12
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Beirut $2.52
    Pushkar $24
Compare Hotels in Beirut and Pushkar

Looking for a hotel in Beirut 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.

Hotels in Beirut


Hotels in Pushkar


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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: Beirut Hotel Prices and Pushkar Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Beirut $0.44
    Pushkar $4.70

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Beirut

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

  • Airport Departure Transfer From Your Beirut Hotel: $10
  • Departure Transfer:From Hotel To Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): $10
  • BEY Airport to Hotel, Private Arrival Transfer: $10
  • Private Transfer from Beirut Hotels to the Beirut Airport: $10
  • Private Departure Transfer: From your hotel in Beirut to Airport: $10
  • Airport Arrival Transfer to Your Beirut Hotel: $10
  • Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer Pickup: $11
  • Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Beirut International Airport: $18
  • Private Arrival Transfer: Beirut International Airport to Hotel: $18
  • Beirut-Rafic Hariri Airport Luxury Car Transfer: $25
  • Private Transfer from Rafic Hariri (BEY) Airport to Beirut: $50
  • Private Transfer from Beirut to Rafic Hariri (BEY) Airport: $50

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pushkar

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pushkar:

  • Private Transfers Pushkar To Udaipur Drop: $58
  • Private Transfer from Pushkar to Jaipur: $40
  • Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Udaipur In AC Vehicle: $112
  • Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Ranthambore In AC Vehicle: $117
  • Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To New Delhi In AC Vehicle: $112
  • Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Mount Abu In AC Vehicle: $112
  • Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Jodhpur In AC Vehicle: $71
  • Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Jaipur In AC Vehicle: $45
  • Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Agra In AC Vehicle: $112
  • Jodhpur :Private Transfer to Jaisalmer, Jaipur, Pushkar: $47
  • Jaipur: Private Transfer to Jodhpur with Pushkar tour: $62

Is it cheaper to fly into Beirut or Pushkar?

Prices for flights to both Pushkar and Beirut 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
    Beirut $1.23
    Pushkar $17

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Beirut

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

  • Authentic Lebanese Virtual Cooking Class Live from Lebanon: $35
  • Motorbike Tour in Beirut with Local Street Food Dinner: $50
  • Private Lebanese Home Cooking Class in Byblos with a Local Family: $86

Typical Food Prices in Pushkar

Some typical examples of dining costs in Pushkar are as follows:


  • Lunch
    $2.27

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Beirut $0.26
    Pushkar $7.80

Tours and Activities in Beirut

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

  • Small Group Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harisa & Byblos with Hotel pickup: $10
  • Small Group Tour: Jeita Grotto, Harissa, Byblos with Hotel Pickup: $10
  • Small Group Tour to Baalbek, Anjar & Ksara with Hotel pickup: $10
  • Small-Group Tour: Jeita Grotto, Harissa, Byblos with Hotel Pickup: $15
  • Small Group Tour: Jeita Grotto, Harissa, Byblos with Hotel Pickup: $15
  • Guided Small-Group Tour to Baalbek, Anjar and Ksara with Lunch: $30
  • New Cost Saver Small-Group Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos: $30
  • Beirut Walking Tour - Discover Beirut by foot: $30
  • Beirut Private Walking Tour with a Local: $35
  • Private Tour - Explore Anjar Lebanon: $35
  • Beirut : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private tour): $37
  • Jeitta Grotto, Harissa and Byblos Tour: $40

Tours and Activities in Pushkar

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Pushkar are as follows:

  • 10-Day Jaipur, Udaipur, Mount Abu, Jodhpur & Jaisalmer Tour: $574
  • 7-Day Udaipur, Chittorgarh, Pushkar & Jaipur Tour: $402
  • Afternoon Walk Tour with Sunset & Fire Ritual -The Pushkar Route : $7.00
  • Ajmer City Walking tour - The Pushkar Route: $35
  • Cultural Walk of Pushkar (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
  • Evening Walking tour with Fire Ceremony - The Pushkar Route : $8.00
  • Experience Private Food And Culture Walk-The Pushkar Route: $15
  • Explore Pushkar in a Day from Jaipur, Private Tour: $62
  • Food Walk Tour Pushkar (2 hours guided food tasting walk): $23
  • From Jaipur : Ajmer Pushkar Private Tour by Cab with Guide: $56
  • From Jaipur : Private Ajmer Pushkar Tour by Cab: $68
  • From Jaipur: Private Ajmer and Pushkar Guided Tour: $90

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Beirut $0.23
    Pushkar $6.34

Sample the Local Flavors in Beirut

Also in Beirut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Private Wine Tasting Day Tour from Beirut: $50
  • Uncorking Splendor: A Journey Through Private Wine Tasting Tours: $60
  • Byblos & Chateau Musar: History and Wine Tour: $65
  • Private Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch from Beirut: $82
  • Wine Tasting and Culture : $100
  • Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour: $104
  • PRIVATE Wine Tour in Central Bekaa Valley: $113
  • Wine Tasting Tour: $160
  • Half-Day Private Chateau Musar and Ixsir Wine Tour from Beirut: $186


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beirut and Pushkar, we can see that Pushkar is more expensive. And not only is Beirut much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Beirut is in Middle East and Pushkar is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Beirut would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Beirut 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 Pushkar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pushkar than you might in Beirut.

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


Which is Bigger, Beirut or Pushkar?

Beirut has a larger population, and is about 120 times larger than the population of Pushkar. When comparing the sizes of Beirut 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.