Which place is cheaper, Arequipa or Hanoi?
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 Hanoi or Arequipa?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hanoi and Arequipa can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Hanoi or Arequipa?
Hanoi
Hanoi is the chaotic capital of Vietnam, and it serves as a great introduction to the country for many travelers. It's the second largest city in the country after Saigon and is an interesting combination of East meets West. There's traditional Vietnamese culture with subtle influences brought by the French. The city continues to grow and change rapidly and it's easy to get lost amidst the chaos.
Arequipa
Sitting in the middle of the Misti, Chachani and PichuPichu volcanoes of Peru is the enchanting city of Arequipa. With 468 years of history, the city is full of Spanish colonial architecture. Known to locals as the "white city," the city center, Plaza de Armas, is quite the sight with buildings of sillar white stone made from the rocks of the surrounding volcanoes.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam, The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Peru, and The Best Cultural Tours in Peru.
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Hanoi Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHanoi $58Arequipa $61
The average daily cost (per person) in Hanoi is $58, while the average daily cost in Arequipa is $61. 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 Hanoi and Arequipa in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHanoi $25Arequipa $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHanoi $50Arequipa $50
Compare Hotels in Hanoi and Arequipa
Looking for a hotel in Hanoi or Arequipa? 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: Hanoi Hotel Prices and Arequipa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hanoi $6.68Arequipa $6.47
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hanoi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Hanoi:
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Taxi to Bus Station$1.16
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Shuttle Bus From Airport (for Two)$3.10
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Local Bus Ride (for Two)$0.39
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Short Taxi Ride$1.32
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Short Motorbike Ride (10 Minutes)$0.77
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hanoi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hanoi:
- 1 Day Halong Bay Tour on Alova Cruise with Transfer & Lunch: $63
- 1 Day Halong Cruise Tour with Transfer and early return to Hanoi: $43
- 2 Days 1 night Ba Be Lake BEST ADVENTURE: transfer,homestay,boat,kayak,swim,cave: $153
- 2-Day 1-Night Halong Bay Luxury Cruise with Hanoi Transfer: $218
- 2-Day Halong Bay & Ninh Binh Tour With Transfer - Best Seller: $120
- 2-Day Halong Bay Cruise from Hanoi with Transfers & Kayaking: $179
- 2-Day Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Ha Long Bay With Transfer: $190
- 2-Day In Halong Bay Cruise With Transfer From Hanoi: $200
- 2-Day Ninh Binh & Ha Long Bay With Transfer, Meals, Guide: $210
- 2-Day Sapa Package Tours & Limousine Transfer: $150
- 25 Minutes Scenic Halong Seaplane from Hanoi Transfer Expressway: $280
- 3-Day Pu Luong Jungle Ride Motorbike Tour Transfer from Hanoi: $280
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Arequipa
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Arequipa are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$1.46
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Bus Ride$0.47
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Taxi Ride$1.02
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Arequipa
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Arequipa:
- 3 Day Trek Including Transfer to Puno / Colca Canyon: $214
- Arequipa Airport Departure Transfer: $19
- Arequipa Airport Private Transfer: $38
- Arequipa Bus Station Arrival Transfer: $37
- Arequipa Bus Station Departure Transfer: $37
- Colca Canyon + Transfer To Puno: $103
- Colca Canyon 2-Day Tour with Lodge Stay and Transfer to Puno: $267
- Colca Canyon Full-Day Tour with Transfer to Puno: $72
- Colca Canyon full day tour with transfer to Puno: $80
- Full Day Tour to Colca including Transfer to Puno: $60
- Koh Lanta any hotel to Krabi airport Private transfer: $78
- Private Transfer From Arequipa To Puno With a 2 Hour Stop: $252
Is it cheaper to fly into Hanoi or Arequipa?
Prices for flights to both Arequipa and Hanoi 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 dayHanoi $23Arequipa $25
Typical Food Prices in Hanoi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hanoi:
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High End Dinner (for Two)$11
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$4.26
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Bowl of Pho$0.77
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Italian Dinner (for Food)$6.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hanoi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hanoi.
- Private Hanoi Cycling Sightseeing & Street Food Tour By Bike: $1.92
- Street Food Tour with Vietnamese Class & Train Street: $7.29
- Guided Street Food Tour with Train Street Experience: $17
- Street Food Tour with Train Street & Hidden Alleyways: $18
- Guided Food Tour with Train Street Visit: $18
- From Old Quarter Vegetarian Food Tour: $19
- Rose Kitchen Cooking Class with Vietnamese Coffee: $20
- Hanoi local street food tour: $20
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Train Street Visit: $20
- Old Quarter Street Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $20
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: Hidden Local Eats & Full Meal Experience: $21
- Maya Traditional Cooking Class & Market Tour: $21
Typical Food Prices in Arequipa
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Arequipa:
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Coke$0.44
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Lunch$3.06
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Ice Cream$1.17
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Fruit$0.87
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Ice Cream$1.02
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Arequipa
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Arequipa.
- Cooking Class at La Plantation: $36
- Peruvian Cooking Experience in Arequipa: $43
- Peruvian Cooking Class in arequipa: $50
- Arequipa Nights Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $59
- Peruvian Cooking Class: $63
- Arequipa Food Tour: Ancestral Cuisine & City Tour: $70
- A 3-hour Guided Food Tour with 4 Iconic Restaurants of Arequipa: $79
- Arequipa Food Tour Experience: $115
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hanoi $8.24Arequipa $20
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hanoi
Here are a few typical costs in Hanoi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Puppet Theater$1.55
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The Hanoi Hilton Entrance$1.55
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National History Museum$1.55
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Puppet Theater Ticket$2.71
Tours and Activities in Hanoi
Here are a few actual costs in Hanoi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Ninh Binh Private Tour: Tam Coc, Bich Dong, Thung Nham Bird Park: $1.92
- Hanoi City Cycling Tour: West Lake, Old Quarter & Cultural Sights: $1.92
- Hanoi City Private Tour with Bat Trang Village, Water Puppet Show: $1.92
- Sapa Cat Cat Village, Y Linh Ho Tour By Motorbike Or Walking: $1.92
- 2-Day Mai Chau & Pu Luong Tour with Trekking & Bamboo Rafting: $1.92
- 2-Day Ninh Binh Adventure: Trang An, Tam Coc, Hoa Lu & Mua Cave: $1.92
- Ha Giang Loop Motorbike Adventure with Easy Rider, Round-Trip Bus: $1.92
- Hanoi Old Quarter Shore Excursion from Halong Port Full-Day Tour: $1.92
- Hanoi Quang Phu Cau Incense Village Tour With Coffee Train Street: $1.92
- Hanoi Highlights & Shopping Shore Excursion Tour from Halong Port: $1.92
- 2-4 Day Ha Giang Loop Motorbike Tour with Easy Rider, Sleeper Bus: $1.92
- Hanoi Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $3.59
Typical Entertainment Prices in Arequipa
Here are a few typical costs in Arequipa for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Monastery Entry$2.91
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Salsa Class$2.91
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Movie Ticket$3.18
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Hot Springs$2.91
Tours and Activities in Arequipa
Here are a few actual costs in Arequipa for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Walking Tour through the Historic Center of Arequipa: $10
- Route of the Sillar 4-Hour Tour: $10
- City tour Arequipa by foot: $10
- Arequipa Sillar Stone Quarries and Culebrillas Canyon Tour: $13
- Arequipa Tasting Tour: $13
- Tour to La Ruta del Sillar and Culesbrillas in Arequipa: $15
- Chili River White Water Rafting Adventure with Pickup: $16
- Sillar Route Tour The best experience!!: $17
- Sillar Route and Culebrillas Canyon Full-Day Tour from Arequipa: $18
- Rafting in Arequipa Chili River Half Day Tour: $18
- Countryside Tour Arequipa: $18
- Sillar Route and Culebrillas Gorge Tour from Arequipa: $20
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHanoi $7.46Arequipa $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Hanoi
Also in Hanoi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Hanoi Night Bar Crawl with Local Guide & Free Shots: $45
- Hanoi Nightlife Bar Crawl: Music, Drinks & Good Vibes: $53
- Guided Bar Crawl with Drinks and Nightclub Entry: $53
Typical Alcohol Prices in Arequipa
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Arequipa are as follows:
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Beer$2.62
When comparing the travel costs between Hanoi and Arequipa, we can see that Arequipa is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Hanoi is in Asia and Arequipa is in South America, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hanoi Expensive? and Is Arequipa Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hanoi or Arequipa?
Hanoi has a larger population, and is about 70% larger than the population of Arequipa. When comparing the sizes of Hanoi and Arequipa, 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.