The short answer
Differences usually come from entry rules, flight routes, documents, and the services each group needs, not from a different price list for the same service. Indian travellers can often enter by road or train and may not need a visa, which changes transport costs. International travellers usually fly in and may need a visa and permits.
Costs also depend on season, hotel level, vehicle, group size and whether domestic flights are included. Always ask for a written quote showing the same items so you can compare fairly.
Key facts
- Indian travellers
- Road or train entry possible
- International
- Usually flight, visa
- Drivers of cost
- Season, hotel, vehicle, group size
- Rule
- Compare itemised quotes
How it works
- Decide entry routeAir or road.
- List inclusionsSame for each quote.
- Add flightsIf needed.
- Add visa or permitsIf applicable.
- Compare totalsPer person.
Why quotes differ
Entry rules, travel routes and documents differ between Indian and international travellers, which affects planning and costs. The services themselves, such as hotels and transport, are the same.
Indian travellers may travel by road or train and use rupees in many places, while others often fly.
Planning your budget
List flights, hotels, transport, activities and permits. Add a contingency. Ask your operator for an itemised quote.
Insider tip
Ask the operator for the quote in the same format for each option.
Avoid this
Do not compare a quote with flights to one without.
Related questions
Do Indians need a visa?
See entry for Indians.
Is road entry cheaper?
Often, but it takes more time.
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