Which place is cheaper, Tanah Rata or Udaipur?
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 Udaipur or Tanah Rata?
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 Udaipur and Tanah Rata. 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: Udaipur or Tanah Rata?
Udaipur
Udaipur, also known as the "Venice of the East," is becoming increasingly popular as an Indian wedding destination as well as with travelers searching for a romantic and picturesque city, rich with history, scenic areas, and palaces.
The "City of Lakes" is located in south of Rajasthan. There are a total of ten lakes in the lake system, which are connected and sustain water for drinking, irrigation and industrial use, which contributes to another reason for Udaipur's booming tourism: alcohol.
Udaipur has ideal climate and available water to support a liquor plant while a number of other Indian states ban the consumption of liquor altogether. Many local tourists, such as those from the neighboring dry state of Gujarat on the west, visit Udaipur specifically for this reason, especially considering that Gujarati alcohol prices are much higher and liquor must be purchased through the black market. It's no wonder why Udaipur is the destination for celebrations and vacation.
Udaipur has tropical weather and three main seasons, which are summer, monsoon, and winter. Winter, which takes place between September to March, is the most pleasant time to visit for sunny and warm days and cool nights.
Udaipur was also made famous in the James Bond film Octopussy. Several local hotels show the film nightly.
Tanah Rata
Tanah Rata is one of the main tourist towns in the Cameron Highlands. The Cameron Highlands are in western Malaysia and are a popular retreat for Malaysian residents and international travelers alike. The area's higher elevation offers an often much needed break from the country's oppressive heat. It also has a beautiful setting that is rich in agriculture and has rolling hills that are beautifully covered in tea plantations. Tanah Rata has many of the area's tourist amenities. ATMS, banks, and the area's main hospital are all found in town. For some, the area feels too touristy, but if you linger longer, and explore on your own, you can easily escape the mass tourism and see the area for what it is.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, The Best Adventure Tours to India, The Best 10-Day Tours in Malaysia, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Malaysia.
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Udaipur Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUdaipur $39Tanah Rata $192
The average daily cost (per person) in Udaipur is $39, while the average daily cost in Tanah Rata is $192. 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 Udaipur and Tanah Rata in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUdaipur $15Tanah Rata $76
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUdaipur $30Tanah Rata $152
Compare Hotels in Udaipur and Tanah Rata
Looking for a hotel in Udaipur or Tanah Rata? 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: Udaipur Hotel Prices and Tanah Rata Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Udaipur $6.71Tanah Rata $33
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Udaipur
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Udaipur:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Udaipur
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Udaipur:
- Airport Transfer: Maharana Pratap Airport to Hotels in Udaipur: $21
- From Jaisalmer : Private One Way Udaipur Transfer in AC Car: $134
- From Private Transfers Cab To Jodhpur with Sightseeing: $46
- Jagmandir Island And Sunset Boat Ride On Lake Pichola, Udaipur Without Transfers: $134
- Jodhpur To Udaipur Transfer: $85
- Jodhpur to Udaipur one Way Transfer: $46
- Kumbhalgarh Fort & Ranakpur Tour With One Way Transfer From Udaipur To Jodhpur: $99
- One Way Transfer To/From Udaipur & Jaipur: $92
- One Way Udaipur To Jaipur Transfer: $81
- One way City Transfer To/From Udaipur and Jaipur: $100
- Private A/c Transfer Udaipur To Mount Abu ( 6 Seat A/c Suv ): $81
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Udaipur Airport: $23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tanah Rata
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Tanah Rata:
- Cameron Highland to KUL Hotel (One Way Transfer): $153
- Cameron Highland to Kuala Besut Jetty One Way SIC Transfer: $154
- Cameron Highlands City To Kuala Lumpur City Transfer: $94
- Cameron Highlands City to Kuala Lumpur City One-way Transfer: $92
- Cameron Highlands Hotels to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $94
- Cameron Highlands to Ipoh Hotel Transfer: $65
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur Airport Departure Transfer: $110
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $93
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $93
- CameronHighland CityHotel to KualaLumpur Airport One-way Transfer: $109
- Chauffeur: Cameron Highlands to Singapore Van Transfer: $125
- Departure Transfer from Cameron Highland to KLIA/KLIA2: $169
Is it cheaper to fly into Udaipur or Tanah Rata?
Prices for flights to both Tanah Rata and Udaipur 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 dayUdaipur $18Tanah Rata $87
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Udaipur
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Udaipur.
- Cooking class and dinner with Rekha family with full meals: $16
- Durga Cooking Class: $16
- Learn Cooking class + Meals with Spice & Veg Market visits: $28
- Kusum's Cooking lesson : $57
- Jag Mandir Island Dinner with Boat Ride transfers: $104
Typical Food Prices in Tanah Rata
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Tanah Rata:
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Dinner for Two$6.42
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Dessert$0.71
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Lunch$4.52
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Afternoon tea$4.40
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Udaipur $6.80Tanah Rata $39
Typical Entertainment Prices in Udaipur
Here are a few typical costs in Udaipur for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Palace Entrance Fee$1.14
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Lake Boat Tour$2.27
Tours and Activities in Udaipur
Here are a few actual costs in Udaipur for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Sunrise Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi By Car- All Inclusive.: $4.96
- Delwara Handicraft Experience: $8.67
- Jaipur City Full Day Tour By Tuk-Tuk: $9.24
- Udaipur Walking Tour(2 Hours Guided Walk): $9.24
- Full-Day Private Udaipur Three wheeled Tuk Tuk Sightseeing : $10
- Savor a Handcrafted Indian Meal at Home The Dining Experience: $11
- Udaipur Heritage City and Local Market Walking tour: $11
- Private Udaipur Sightseeing Tour by Tuk-Tuk or Car with Driver: $12
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Udaipur (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
- Agra: Baby Taj and Mehtab Bagh Sunset Viewpoint Tour: $14
- Udaipur Full Day Sightseeing Tour By Tuk Tuk: $15
- Udaipur Half Day City Tour by Tuk Tuk: $16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Tanah Rata
Here are a few typical costs in Tanah Rata for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Tea Factory Visit$6.42
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Tour of Orang Asli Village$24
Tours and Activities in Tanah Rata
Here are a few actual costs in Tanah Rata for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Cameron Highlands: Mossy Forest Tour: $30
- Cameron Highlands Sightseing Tour: $35
- Cameron Highlands Full Day Join in Tour: $49
- Cameron Highlands: Agro Tour: $61
- Cameron Highlands Full Day Tour: $75
- Cameron Highlands City to Kuala Lumpur Airport EN-ROUTE Batu Caves Tour: $109
- Cameron Highlands City Hotels to Kuala Lumpur Airport EN-ROUTE Batu Caves Tour: $110
- Cameron Highlands to Kuala Lumpur International Airport EN-ROUTE Batu Caves Tour: $110
- Cameron Highlands Private Sightseeing Tour : $211
- Special Cameron Highlands ~ Day tour;Solo;Couple;Group: $292
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUdaipur $8.46Tanah Rata $21
Sample the Local Flavors in Udaipur
Also in Udaipur, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl Udaipur: $37
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Udaipur and Tanah Rata, we can see that Tanah Rata is more expensive. And not only is Udaipur much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Udaipur would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Udaipur 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 Tanah Rata would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tanah Rata than you might in Udaipur.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Udaipur Expensive? and Is Tanah Rata Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Udaipur or Tanah Rata?
Udaipur has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Tanah Rata. When comparing the sizes of Udaipur and Tanah Rata, 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.