Which place is cheaper, Vang Vieng or Da Nang?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Da Nang or Vang Vieng?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Da Nang or Vang Vieng? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Da Nang or Vang Vieng?
Da Nang
Halfway between Ho Chi Minh City in the south and Hanoi in the North is the easy-going beach city of Da Nang (or Danang, for some). The third most populated city in Vietnam, Da Nang draws in crowds with its beautiful and calm beaches as well as its history as a French colonial port.
With beaches, mountains, and cityscape, there's bound to be a point of interest for all travelers. Da Nang is also a transit hub to get to the four Vietnamese UNESCO World heritage sites: Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park, Hue, Hoi An, and My Son.
Da Nang experiences wet season from September through March and dry season from April through August with average temperatures of around 80℉.
Da Nang is also known to have some of the friendliest locals, probably due to the peace and quiet and lack of heavy traffic, even in the city.
Vang Vieng
Vang Vieng is a town in the Vientiane province of Laos that sits along the banks of the Nam Song River. With its beautifully carved karst topography cliffs towering over the winding river, the area has become very tourist-oriented for those seeking to explore the outdoor wonders. People from all over come to engage in the unique landscape-mountain biking, trekking, kayaking, caving, swimming, and rock climbing, amongst others.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam, The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Laos, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Laos.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDa Nang $46Vang Vieng $14
The average daily cost (per person) in Da Nang is $46, while the average daily cost in Vang Vieng is $14. 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 Da Nang and Vang Vieng in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDa Nang $19Vang Vieng $4.34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDa Nang $38Vang Vieng $8.68
Compare Hotels in Da Nang and Vang Vieng
Looking for a hotel in Da Nang or Vang Vieng? 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: Da Nang Hotel Prices and Vang Vieng Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Da Nang $11Vang Vieng $3.18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Da Nang
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Da Nang:
- Charter Limousine DCar RoundTrip Transfer Da Nang Hoi An Hue : $219
- Private Transfer from Da Nang (DAD) Airport to Dong Hoi: $187
- Da Nang to Quy Nhon Private Transfer with Professional Driver: $164
- Da Nang or Hoi An Golf Courses Transfer by Limousine VIP 9: $158
- Private Bana Hills - Golden Hands Bridge Guided Tour with Lunch and Transfer: $135
- Da Nang Airport To Hue Private Transfer: $126
- Golden Bridge with guide, lunch, ticket & transfer From Da Nang: $120
- Private Transfer Service Between Da Nang and Hue: $119
- One Way Transfer Tours, to or from Da Nang or Hoi An and Hue via costal roads: $115
- Da Nang to Phong Nha Private Transfer with Sightseeing Stops: $115
- Private Roundtrip Transfer to GOLDEN BRIDGE BA NA HILLS & MARBLE MOUNTAIN : $115
- Private Car Transfer to Visit Golden Bridge Ba Na Hills & My Son Holyland : $113
Is it cheaper to fly into Da Nang or Vang Vieng?
Prices for flights to both Vang Vieng and Da Nang 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 dayDa Nang $16Vang Vieng $6.31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Da Nang
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Da Nang.
- Dragon bridge show and Da Nang local food tour: $4.10
- Home Cooking Class: $22
- Vegetarian Cooking class and Basket Boat Riding: $25
- Happy Cooking Class in Danang : $26
- Cooking Class and tasting Pho with Local Girl: $29
- Vegetarian Home Cooking Class Da Nang: $29
- Eco Cooking Class and Basket boat tour from Da Nang city: $29
- Da Nang Home Cooking Class: $29
- Da Nang Street Walking Food Tour : $29
- Basket Boat Riding and Cooking Class from Da Nang City : $29
- Da Nang Vegetarian Cooking Class: $29
- Making Lantern & Basket Boat & Happy Cooking Class: $30
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Da Nang $13Vang Vieng $4.87
Tours and Activities in Da Nang
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Da Nang are as follows:
- Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge Full-Day Tour: $93
- DA NANG CITY SUNSET - Private Guided Tour : $92
- Experience Hoi an Rural Eco Tour from Da Nang or Hoi An city: $76
- Full-Day Tour to Discover Hue's Imperial Heritage : $56
- GOLDEN BRIDGE BA NA HILLS & MARBLE MOUNTAIN -Private Guided Tour: $148
- Golden Bridge Ba Na Hill-Early start to Avoid Crowds-PrivateTour: $138
- Golden Bridge- Early Departure & Marble Mountains- Private Tour: $133
- HOI AN COUNTRYSIDE & MARBLE MOUNTAIN Private Tour from Hoi An or Da Nang city: $82
- Hoi An Countryside Tour with 3 Villages & Hoi An City Tour: $128
- HoiAn Walking Tour with RiverBoat-Night Market-Colourful Lantern: $77
- Hue City 1 Day Private Tour From Hoi An or Da Nang: $130
- INSTAGRAM Tour - Da Nang & Hoi An city Private Tour ( 11 Hours): $140
Tours and Activities in Vang Vieng
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Vang Vieng.
- Half-Day Nam Song River Kayak Tour with Zipline or Tham None: $27
- Vang Vieng Kayaking Fun Rapid and Float Tour: $35
- Vang Vieng Bike Tour: $39
- One Day Guided Tour: Kayaking, Zipline & Tubing In The Cave from Vang Vieng : $50
- Train ticket Vang vieng to Luang prabang: $50
- Blue Lagoon and Countryside Bike Tour with Lunch: $50
- Vang Vieng Tour B - Nam Xay Viewpoint Hike & Blue Lagoon 1 Tour: $55
- Discover Vang Vieng Private Tour- Trekking, Kayaking and Caving: $102
- Vang Vieng Tour A - Blue lagoon 3 with Caves and Zipline: $110
- Jungle & Caves Full-Day Private Trekking Tour: $120
- Full Day Private Kayaking, Zipline & Tubing In The Cave Tour: $156
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDa Nang $9.39Vang Vieng $1.14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Da Nang and Vang Vieng, we can see that Da Nang is more expensive. And not only is Vang Vieng much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Vang Vieng would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vang Vieng 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 Da Nang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Da Nang than you might in Vang Vieng.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Da Nang Expensive? and Is Vang Vieng Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Da Nang or Vang Vieng?
Da Nang has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Vang Vieng. When comparing the sizes of Da Nang and Vang Vieng, 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.
When is the best time to visit Da Nang or Vang Vieng?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Da Nang or Vang Vieng in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Da Nang as well as Vang Vieng. Da Nang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Vang Vieng throughout the year.
Also, January to July in Da Nang is the dry season. August to December in Da Nang is the rainy season. Da Nang usually gets more rain in July than Vang Vieng. Da Nang gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Vang Vieng receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Da Nang this time of the year. In the summer, Da Nang often gets more sunshine than Vang Vieng. Da Nang gets 242 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vang Vieng receives 141 hours of full sun.
In the summer, Da Nang is a little warmer than Vang Vieng. Typically, the summer temperatures in Da Nang in July average around 29°C (85°F), and Vang Vieng averages at about 22°C (72°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDa Nang 29°C (85°F)Vang Vieng 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Da Nang or Vang Vieng in the Autumn?
Both Vang Vieng and Da Nang are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Da Nang throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Vang Vieng because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The rainy season in Da Nang is August to December. It's quite rainy in Da Nang. In October, Da Nang usually receives more rain than Vang Vieng. Da Nang gets 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain, while Vang Vieng receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
It's quite sunny in Vang Vieng. Da Nang usually receives less sunshine than Vang Vieng during autumn. Da Nang gets 158 hours of sunny skies, while Vang Vieng receives 222 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Da Nang is generally around the same temperature as Vang Vieng. Daily temperatures in Da Nang average around 25°C (78°F), and Vang Vieng fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDa Nang 25°C (78°F)Vang Vieng 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Da Nang or Vang Vieng in the Winter?
Both Vang Vieng and Da Nang during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Da Nang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Vang Vieng year-round.
January to July is the dry season in Da Nang. It rains a lot this time of the year in Da Nang. Da Nang usually gets more rain in January than Vang Vieng. Da Nang gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Vang Vieng receives 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Vang Vieng, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Da Nang often gets less sunshine than Vang Vieng. Da Nang gets 136 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vang Vieng receives 254 hours of full sun.
Da Nang is cooler than Vang Vieng in the winter. The daily temperature in Da Nang averages around 22°C (71°F) in January, and Vang Vieng fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDa Nang 22°C (71°F)Vang Vieng 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Da Nang or Vang Vieng in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Da Nang and Vang Vieng. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Da Nang year-round. Vang Vieng attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Vang Vieng receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Da Nang usually receives less rain than Vang Vieng. Da Nang gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Vang Vieng receives 188 mm (7.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vang Vieng this time of the year. In Da Nang, it's very sunny this time of the year. Da Nang usually receives less sunshine than Vang Vieng during spring. Da Nang gets 210 hours of sunny skies, while Vang Vieng receives 230 hours of full sun in the spring.
In the spring, Da Nang is a little warmer than Vang Vieng. Typically, the spring temperatures in Da Nang in April average around 26°C (80°F), and Vang Vieng averages at about 23°C (73°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDa Nang 26°C (80°F)Vang Vieng 23°C (73°F)
Typical Weather for Vang Vieng and Da Nang
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Mar | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 188 mm (7.4 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (85°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 331 mm (13 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 613 mm (24.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Nov | 24°C (76°F) | 376 mm (14.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 223 mm (8.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
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