Which place is cheaper, Da Nang or Jaisalmer?
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 Jaisalmer or Da Nang?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Jaisalmer or Da Nang? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Jaisalmer or Da Nang?
Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer is located in western part of the Rajasthan state of India. The city is known as the "Golden City" for its Sonar Qila, or 'Golden Fort'. This fort is different than other forts in India in that it is a living fort, meaning that it contains many hotels, homes, and shops for locals and visitors. The city is very close to the Thar Desert, to which excursions can be made.
Da Nang
Halfway between Ho Chi Minh City in the south and Hanoi in the North is the easy-going beach city of Da Nang (or Danang, for some). The third most populated city in Vietnam, Da Nang draws in crowds with its beautiful and calm beaches as well as its history as a French colonial port.
With beaches, mountains, and cityscape, there's bound to be a point of interest for all travelers. Da Nang is also a transit hub to get to the four Vietnamese UNESCO World heritage sites: Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park, Hue, Hoi An, and My Son.
Da Nang experiences wet season from September through March and dry season from April through August with average temperatures of around 80℉.
Da Nang is also known to have some of the friendliest locals, probably due to the peace and quiet and lack of heavy traffic, even in the city.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to India, The Best Sightseeing Tours in India, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Hanoi, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ho Chi Minh City.
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Jaisalmer Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJaisalmer $44Da Nang $55
The average daily cost (per person) in Jaisalmer is $44, while the average daily cost in Da Nang is $55. 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 Jaisalmer and Da Nang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJaisalmer $13Da Nang $18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJaisalmer $26Da Nang $36
Compare Hotels in Jaisalmer and Da Nang
Looking for a hotel in Jaisalmer or Da Nang? 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: Jaisalmer Hotel Prices and Da Nang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jaisalmer $11Da Nang $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jaisalmer
Also for Jaisalmer, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- One Way Transfer Service From Jaisalmer Airport To Hotel: $11
- Private One Way Transfer From Jaisalmer Hotel To Jaisalmer Airport: $12
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer Airport To Jaisalmer Hotel: $13
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer Hotel To Jaisalmer Airport: $13
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Sam Sand Dunes: $19
- Jaiselmer to any Bikaner Hotels drops Private transfers: $29
- Private Transfer from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur: $37
- One Way Jaisalmer To Jodhpur Transfer: $42
- One Way Transfer From Jaisalmer To Jodhpur: $42
- From Jaisalmer : Transfer To Jodhpur Via Osian Temple: $48
- Bada Bagh Sunset Tour with Private Transfer: $50
- 2-Night Camel Safari with Meals & Transfers: $55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Da Nang
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Da Nang:
- Private Transfer from Da Nang (DAD) Airport to Phong Nha: $225
- Da Nang to Phong Nha by Car–Private Transfer with English Driver: $205
- Da Nang to Quy Nhon Private Transfer with Professional Driver: $164
- Golden Bridge Trip with Guide, Lunch &Transfer From Tien Sa Port : $160
- Private Bana Hills - Golden Hands Bridge Guided Tour with Lunch and Transfer: $140
- Private Transfer Service Between Da Nang and Hue: $130
- Da Nang Airport To Hue Private Transfer: $126
- Da Nang to Phong Nha by Private Transfer via DMZ and Sightseeing: $115
- Da Nang to Phong Nha Private Transfer with Sightseeing Stops: $115
- Private Transfer from Chan May Port to Da Nang Airport (DAD): $111
- Private Transfer from Da Nang Airport (DAD) to Chan May Port: $111
- Private Transfer from Da Nang Hotels to Chan May Cruise Port: $111
Is it cheaper to fly into Jaisalmer or Da Nang?
Prices for flights to both Da Nang and Jaisalmer 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 dayJaisalmer $22Da Nang $27
Typical Food Prices in Jaisalmer
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jaisalmer:
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Dinner$4.54
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jaisalmer
For Jaisalmer, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Jaisalmer Food Tour: Taste the Flavors of the Golden City!: $14
- Jaisalmer Heritage & Cultural Walking & Street Food Tour: $25
- Camel Trails Sunset Safari with Dinner: $29
- Half day, non touristic sand dune ,camel safari with dinner : $29
- Jodhpur Camel & Jeep Safari with Sunset, Folk Dance, Dinner: $30
- Half-Day Camel Tour with Dinner: $34
- Pleasant Sunset Safari With Dinner On Dunes (From 2:00 PM to Approx. 10:00 PM): $35
- Dinner on the Dunes & Camel Safari: $36
- Sunset Safari With Dinner: $37
- Camel Safari Campfire Dinner and Stargazing : $40
- Jeep Safari, Camel Ride, Dinner and Folk Dance: $42
- Half-Day Desert Safari with Camel Ride and Dinner: $45
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Da Nang
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Da Nang.
- Tasty Dinner Da Nang on Han River Cruise by Yatch & Champa Show: $17
- Poseidon Cruise with Dinner and Dragon Bridge Show: $17
- Hội An Farming Vegetable Village & Cooking Class : $26
- Private Traditional Cooking Class and Pho with Local Girl : $29
- Vegetarian Home Cooking Class Da Nang: $29
- Vegetarian Cooking class and Basket Boat Riding: $29
- Eco Cooking Class and Basket boat tour from Da Nang/ Hoi An: $29
- Experience Vegan/Vegetarian Cooking Class in Da Nang : $29
- Basket Boat Riding and Cooking Class from Da Nang City : $29
- Top Notch Da Nang Walking Food Tour 7, 9, or 12 Tastings Included: $29
- 6 Hours Cooking Activity Pick up Da Nang : $33
- Jolie Da nang cooking class only (JDN3): $35
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jaisalmer $12Da Nang $13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jaisalmer
For Jaisalmer, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Sam Sand Dunes for Two$3.41
Tours and Activities in Jaisalmer
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jaisalmer.
- City Sightseeing with Experienced Guide: $3.16
- Agra: Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour w/Fatehpur Sikri: $4.50
- Temple Tour Of Jaisalmer Rajasthan: $5.78
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise and Agra Fort Private Tour: $7.00
- Explore Jaisalmer at Night (2 Hour Guided Walking Tour): $11
- Colorful Markets of Jaisalmer (3 Hour Guided Tour): $11
- Jaisalmer Walking Tour: A Stroll Through Time and Culture: $11
- 5.5 Hour City Walking Tour with a Guide: $12
- Heritage & Cultural Trails of Jaisalmer Guided Walking Tour: $12
- Heritage & Cultural Trails of Jaisalmer- Guided Walking Tour: $14
- Vibrant Markets of Jaisalmer (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $14
- Experience Jaisalmer at Night (2 Hour Guided Walking Tour): $14
Tours and Activities in Da Nang
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Da Nang are as follows:
- 5 Days Danang Tour with Golden Bridge, Hue, Hoian and VinWonder: $190
- Bach Ma National Park: Private Tour from Da Nang & Hoi An: $115
- DA NANG CITY SUNSET - Private Guided Tour : $92
- Experience Hoi an Countryside Village Tour by Jeep from Hoi An: $99
- Full Day Hue City Tour from Danang : $47
- Full-Day Tour to Discover Hue's Imperial Heritage : $56
- GOLDEN BRIDGE BA NA HILLS & MARBLE MOUNTAIN -Private Guided Tour: $148
- Golden Bridge & Ba Na Hills Sunset Tour Pick Up From Hoi An: $35
- Golden Bridge- Early Departure & Marble Mountains- Private Tour: $133
- HOI AN COUNTRYSIDE & MARBLE MOUNTAIN Private Tour from Hoi An or Da Nang city: $82
- Hoi An Walking Tour, Sampan Boat Trip , Foodie Tour by Night: $69
- Hoi An or Danang to Hue via Hai Van Pass Tour: $59
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJaisalmer $8.76Da Nang $8.91
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jaisalmer and Da Nang, we can see that Da Nang is more expensive. And not only is Jaisalmer much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Jaisalmer would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jaisalmer 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 Da Nang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Da Nang than you might in Jaisalmer.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jaisalmer Expensive? and Is Da Nang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jaisalmer or Da Nang?
Da Nang has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Jaisalmer. When comparing the sizes of Jaisalmer and Da Nang, 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.