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

Should you visit Pushkar or Sapporo?

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 Sapporo can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Pushkar or Sapporo?

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.

Sapporo

Capital of the northern Japanese island Hokkaido, Sapporo is a city surrounded by mountains and known for its beer, skiing, and annual snow festival with stunning ice sculptures. As host to the 1972 Winter Olympics, the city limits are dotted with ski jumps, hills, and popular ski resorts still in use today.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in India, The Best Cultural Tours in India, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Japan, and The Best Adventure Tours to Japan.


Which place is cheaper, Sapporo or Pushkar?

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

  • Pushkar Prices
    India Prices
    Sapporo Prices
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  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Pushkar $34
    Sapporo $132

The average daily cost (per person) in Pushkar is $34, while the average daily cost in Sapporo is $132. 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 Sapporo in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Pushkar $12
    Sapporo $65
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Pushkar $24
    Sapporo $130
Compare Hotels in Pushkar and Sapporo

Looking for a hotel in Pushkar or Sapporo? 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 Pushkar


Hotels in Sapporo


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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 and Sapporo Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Pushkar $4.70
    Sapporo $16

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pushkar

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pushkar:

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

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sapporo

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

  • Shin Chitose Airport to/from Sapporo City: Shared Transfer: $93
  • Private Transfer from Sapporo City Hotels to Otaru Cruise Port: $113
  • Sapporo City: Private Transfer to/from New Chitose Airport: $132
  • Airport Transfer! Hotel in center of Sapporo to New Chitose Airport (CTS): $140
  • Private Departure Transfer : Sapporo City to New Chitose Airport: $237
  • Private Transfer from Muroran Cruise Port to Sapporo Airport(CTS): $274
  • New Chitose Airport (CTS) Private Transfer: $284

Is it cheaper to fly into Pushkar or Sapporo?

Prices for flights to both Sapporo 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Pushkar $17
    Sapporo $54
Typical Food Prices in Pushkar

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


  • Lunch
    $2.27

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sapporo

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

  • Private Japanese Cooking Class in Sapporo with Local Host Kanae: $72
  • Japanese Cooking Class in the Heart of Sapporo with Sakura: $72
  • Private Market Tour and Cooking Class with Kanae, a Sapporo Local: $82
  • Sapporo Bar Hopping Food Tour: $97
  • Hands-on Japanese Home Cooking Class in Sapporo with Noriko: $108
  • Sapporo Night Food Tour: 3 Hidden Restaurants with a Foodie Guide: $218

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Pushkar $7.80
    Sapporo $17

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

Tours and Activities in Sapporo

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

  • JR Tower Observatory Admission Ticket: $4.33
  • Sapporo TV Tower Admission Ticket: $6.76
  • Historical Village of Hokkaido Entry Ticket: $6.76
  • JR Tower Observation Deck T38 Ticket in Hokkaido: $9.00
  • Sapporo Highlights: Golden Route Morning Guided Walking Tour: $30
  • Sapporo Highlights: Golden Route Morning Walking Tour: $31
  • Hokkaido Shrine Tour with Rituals, History & Sweets: $43
  • Tour of the Historic Red Brick Government Office: $50
  • Sapporo Afternoon Walking Tour 2h 30mins: $55
  • Beer Museum Tour with Tasting of Local Brews: $57
  • Sapporo Walking Tour: $61
  • Authentic Nijo Market Seafood Lunch & History Tour: $64

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Pushkar $6.34
    Sapporo $8.26

Sample the Local Flavors in Sapporo

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sapporo:

  • Sapporo Tour in the Port City of Otaru and Local beer brewery: $174
  • 1-Day Tour The port city of Otaru & Local Brewery: $178


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pushkar and Sapporo, we can see that Sapporo 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 Sapporo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sapporo 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 Sapporo Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Pushkar or Sapporo?

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