Which place is cheaper, Halong Bay or Pushkar?
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 Pushkar or Halong Bay?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Pushkar and Halong Bay can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pushkar or Halong Bay?
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.
Halong Bay
Halong Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the north of Vietnam, near the Chinese border. Known for its thousands of beautiful limestone karsts and stalactite-filled caves, it is one of the most visited destinations in Vietnam. If you appreciate natural scenery and want an adventure at sea, you'll love cruising among more than 1,900 islands in Ha Long Bay.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in India, The Best Cultural Tours in India, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Vietnam, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Vietnam.
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Pushkar Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPushkar $34Halong Bay $66
The average daily cost (per person) in Pushkar is $34, while the average daily cost in Halong Bay is $66. 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 Pushkar and Halong Bay in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPushkar $12Halong Bay $27
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPushkar $24Halong Bay $54
Compare Hotels in Pushkar and Halong Bay
Looking for a hotel in Pushkar or Halong Bay? 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.Pushkar $4.70Halong Bay $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pushkar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pushkar:
- Jaipur: Private Transfer to Jodhpur with Pushkar tour: $62
- Jodhpur :Private Transfer to Jaisalmer, Jaipur, Pushkar: $47
- 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
- Private One Way Transfer From Pushkar To Udaipur In AC Vehicle: $112
- Private Transfer from Pushkar to Jaipur: $40
- Private Transfers Pushkar To Udaipur Drop: $58
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Halong Bay
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Halong Bay:
- Transfer Ha Long and Ninh Binh by Limousine Bus: $18
- Bus Transfer From Cat Ba Island To Ninh Binh/Ninh binh To Cat Ba: $19
- Transfer from Cat Ba Island to Ninh Binh with D-Class Limousine: $20
- Transfer From Halong to Ninh Binh: $25
- Transfer Ha Long to Ha Noi Super Limousine Morning Bus: $33
- From Hanoi with Expessway Transfer to Halong Bay 1 Day Trip: $42
- Halong Day Tour: Islands, Cave, Kayak. Lunch. Transfers: $45
- Best Seller Halong Full Day Tour All Included Expressway Transfer: $48
- Halong Bay 1 Day Tour Included Limousine Bus Transfer from Hanoi: $48
- Halong Bay Full Day With Cave, Kayaking,Swimming,Highway Transfer: $49
- Alova Premium Cruise to Halong Bay 1 Day Trip by Highway Transfer: $50
- Alova Premium Cruise Halong Deluxe Day Tour with Transfer & Meal: $55
Is it cheaper to fly into Pushkar or Halong Bay?
Prices for flights to both Halong Bay and Pushkar 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 dayPushkar $17Halong Bay $26
Typical Food Prices in Pushkar
Some typical examples of dining costs in Pushkar are as follows:
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Lunch$2.27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Halong Bay
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Halong Bay.
- Cat Ba Paradise Cave Experience with Dinner and Live Music: $41
- Paradise Cave Dinner with Live Music and Tasting in Cat Ba: $42
- Halong's Hidden Gem: Dragon Pearl Cave Tour with Dinner: $47
- Halong Bay Luxury Dinner Cruise - Ambassador: $51
- Best 2D1N Lan Ha Bay Cruise: BBQ dinner, Viet Hai Ancient Village: $210
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pushkar $7.80Halong Bay $16
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 City Walking Tour-THE Pushkar Route: $6.76
- 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: $9.24
- Cultural Walk of Pushkar (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Pushkar 2 Hour Walking Tour with Guide: $13
- Experience Private Food And Culture Walk-The Pushkar Route: $15
- Private Tour Guide Pushkar: $18
- Pushkar Camel Safari Adventure: $22
- Food Walk Tour Pushkar (2 hours guided food tasting walk): $23
Tours and Activities in Halong Bay
Here are a few actual costs in Halong Bay for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- City Sightseeing Ha Long Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $19
- Shared 6 Hours boat Tour With Cave Kayak Beach From Halong City: $20
- JADESAILS CRUISE-The Most Luxurious Day Tour in Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha Bay: $20
- Sun World Halong Admission Ticket: $20
- Breathtaking Sunset Boat Tours to Lan Ha Bay from Cat Ba Island : $27
- Majestic Sunset Boat Tour: Explore Lan Ha Bay’s Stunning Scenery: $27
- From Cat Ba Island: Majestic Sunset Boat Tour Explore Lan Ha Bay : $27
- Majestic Sunset Boat Tour Explore the Stunning Lan Ha Bay, Cat Ba: $27
- From Cat Ba Island: Amazing Sunset Tour in Lan Ha Bay, Kayaking: $28
- Half-Day Lan Ha Bay Adventure: Boat Jumping, Kayaking, Sunset : $28
- Magical Sunset Tour: Kayaking & Swimming in Lan Ha Bay: $28
- From Cat Ba: Amazing Sunset Boat Tour in Lan Ha Bay: $28
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPushkar $6.34Halong Bay $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pushkar and Halong Bay, we can see that Halong Bay 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 Halong Bay would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Halong Bay 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 Pushkar Expensive? and Is Halong Bay Expensive?.
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.