Which place is cheaper, Rajasthan or Srinagar?
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 Srinagar or Rajasthan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Srinagar or Rajasthan, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Srinagar or Rajasthan?
Srinagar
Lying on the banks of the Jhelum River, Srinagar is the largest city and the summer capital of the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is best known for its gardens, waterfronts, and houseboats as well as local traditional Kashmiri handicrafts and dried fruits.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Budget Tours to India, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New Delhi, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Mumbai.
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Srinagar Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySrinagar $28Rajasthan $33
The average daily cost (per person) in Srinagar is $28, while the average daily cost in Rajasthan is $33. 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 Srinagar and Rajasthan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSrinagar $14Rajasthan $13
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSrinagar $28Rajasthan $26
Compare Hotels in Srinagar and Rajasthan
Looking for a hotel in Srinagar 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.
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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: Srinagar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Srinagar $2.43Rajasthan $5.74
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Srinagar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Srinagar:
- Srinagar- transfers+Hotel+Sightseeing: $238
- Srinagar To Leh, Ladakh Taxi (One way Transfer): $231
- Private Transfer from Sheikh ul-Alam (SXR) Airport to Srinagar: $75
- Private Transfer from Srinagar to Sheikh ul-Alam (SXR) Airport: $75
- Innova To and Fro Pvt. Airport Transfer from Srinagar / Dal Lake: $52
- Private Round-trip Transfer from Srinagar to Gulmarg: $35
- Srinagar Airport Transfers Taxi Service: $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rajasthan
Also for Rajasthan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Jaipur: Taj Mahal & Agra Tour with Transfer to Delhi by Car: $87
- Private A/c Transfer Mount Abu to Jaipur ( 6 Seat A/c Suv ): $231
- Private A/c Transfer Mount Abu to Jodhpur ( 6 Seat A/c Suv ): $116
- 2-Day Jaipur City Tour visit Amber Fort, City Palace with Transfers: $164
- Affordable Jodhpur Airport Transfer: $15
- Affordable transfer from Jaipur to Agra via Fatehpur Sikri: $33
- Airport Transfer: Maharana Pratap Airport to Hotels in Udaipur: $21
- Bikaner Airport to Bikaner Hotels drop: Private Transfers: $5.78
- Bikaner Heritage Walking Tour with Private Transfer: $136
- Bikaner Hotels to Bikaner Airport drop: Private Transfers: $5.78
- Budget Transfer from Jaipur to Udaipur with Chittorgarh visit: $100
- Day Trip to Keoladeo Birds National Park from Jaipur With Transfer to Agra: $99
Is it cheaper to fly into Srinagar or Rajasthan?
Prices for flights to both Rajasthan and Srinagar 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 daySrinagar $8.49Rajasthan $15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rajasthan
For Rajasthan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Jaipur Street food tour: $4.31
- chai and pakora cooking class: $12
- Feast on the Streets: Best Jaipur Food Tour: $15
- Cooking class and dinner with Rekha family with full meals: $16
- Food Tour and Eat like Locals : $16
- Durga Cooking Class: $16
- Jaipur Half-Day Evening Tour with Sunset and Dinner: $16
- Jaipur Half-Day tour: Bazaar & Street Food Tour by Car or Tuk-Tuk: $16
- Famous Masala Chowk Food Tour: $19
- Cooking class demo with dinner : $20
- Experience Indian Food Cooking Session At Local Family: $20
- Jaipur Pink City Cooking Class: $21
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Srinagar $9.73Rajasthan $7.59
Tours and Activities in Srinagar
Here are a few actual costs in Srinagar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3 Days Kashmir Houseboat Tour in Srinagar: $266
- 4 Days and 3 Nights Private Tour of Kashmir: $290
- From 10-Day Leh Ladakh Motorcycle Tour: $473
- Full day private tour of Srinagar for Kashmir experience : $135
- Full day tour of Srinagar with Entrance Fee & Guide: $154
- Full day tour of Srinagar with Entrance Fee, Guide, Shikara ride & Lunch: $195
- Gulmarg Adventure: A Thrilling Day Trip from Srinagar: $69
- Kashmir 7-Day Romantic Honeymoon Tour: $289
- One Day Immersive Pottery Experience: $28
- Private Custom Excursion Tour to Pahalgam from Srinagar with Guide: $104
- Private Custom Tour: Gulmarg local Sightseeing with guide: $84
- Private Custom Tour: Pahalgam sightseeing with guide: $84
Tours and Activities in Rajasthan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rajasthan.
- Private Day Tour of Taj Mahal and Agra Fort From Delhi By Car - All Inclusive: $2.63
- Jaipur: Private Guided Full Day tour Of Jaipur: $4.50
- Private Full Day Jaipur Sightseeing Tour By Tuk Tuk: $4.86
- Jaipur Private Tuk Tuk Tour – Full-Day jaipur City Sightseeing : $4.88
- Private Guided Same Day Jaipur Tour From Delhi By Car: $5.00
- Jaipur: Private Full Day Jaipur City Tour with Pick-Up & Drop.: $5.00
- Private Guided Half Day Tour Jaipur : $5.00
- Private Jaipur Tour from Delhi by Express Train: $5.00
- From Delhi : Taj Mahal Sunrise & Agra Fort Tour: $5.00
- Same Day Taj Mahal tour from Jaipur: $5.00
- Jaipur Sightseeing by Tuk-Tuk or Car: $5.40
- Full Day Jaipur Sightseeing Tour by TukTuk : $5.54
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySrinagar $2.43Rajasthan $6.71
Sample the Local Flavors in Rajasthan
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Rajasthan:
- Pub Crawl Jaipur: $37
- Pub Crawl Udaipur: $37
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Srinagar and Rajasthan, we can see that Rajasthan is more expensive. And not only is Srinagar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Srinagar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Srinagar 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 Rajasthan would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rajasthan than you might in Srinagar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Srinagar Expensive? and Is Rajasthan Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Srinagar or Rajasthan?
Rajasthan has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Srinagar. When comparing the sizes of Srinagar 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.
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.