Which place is cheaper, Basse-Terre or Hanoi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hanoi or Basse-Terre?
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 Basse-Terre 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 Basse-Terre?
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.
Basse-Terre
In Guadeloupe there is Basse Terre the city and Basse-Terre the island - the city is the capital of Guadeloupe, and the island is Guadeloupe's western half of the main island. As a whole, the place is very green, featuring lush vegetation and a mountainous landscape with a sulfuric volcano.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam, and The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHanoi $48Basse-Terre $162
The average daily cost (per person) in Hanoi is $48, while the average daily cost in Basse-Terre is $162. 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 Basse-Terre in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHanoi $25Basse-Terre $96
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHanoi $50Basse-Terre $192
Compare Hotels in Hanoi and Basse-Terre
Looking for a hotel in Hanoi or Basse-Terre? 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 Basse-Terre Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hanoi $6.79Basse-Terre $8.57
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$1.18
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Shuttle Bus From Airport (for Two)$3.15
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Local Bus Ride (for Two)$0.39
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Short Taxi Ride$1.34
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Short Motorbike Ride (10 Minutes)$0.79
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hanoi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hanoi:
- Amazing Hanoi Private TransferTaxi-Cheap Vietnam SimCard Internet: $6.90
- Hanoi Private Car Airport Transfer To Hotel: $7.16
- Hanoi Private Departure Transfer: City Center Hotel to Airport: $8.00
- Noi Bai Airport transfer to Hanoi Center and more: $8.00
- Noi Bai International Airport Private Transfer: $8.18
- Hanoi City Center to Noi Bai Airport - Private Transfer: $8.43
- Noi Bai Airport Transfer Service: $8.54
- Hanoi Airport Departure Shared Transfer: $10
- Private Noi Bai International Airport Transfer: $11
- Private transfer between Hanoi Airport (HAN) and Hanoi Old Quarter : $12
- Hanoi Airport Transfer: $13
- HaNoi City to Noi Bai Airport transfer by private car: $13
Is it cheaper to fly into Hanoi or Basse-Terre?
Prices for flights to both Basse-Terre 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 $13Basse-Terre $49
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)$4.33
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Bowl of Pho$0.79
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Italian Dinner (for Food)$6.10
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hanoi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hanoi.
- Private Traditional Vietnamese Food Cooking Class in Hanoi : $5.00
- Hanoi free food tour - Old Quarter food walking tour: $5.00
- Street Food Tour (Group/Individual): $5.11
- (Group/Individual) HANOI STREET FOOD TOUR : $5.13
- Hanoi Street Food Tour Visit Train Street Add Old Quarter: $19
- Hanoi Walking Street Food Tour: $20
- Street Food Tour By Walking: $21
- Walking Street Food Tour Small Group with Local Guide: $22
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: $22
- Hanoi street food tour small group tour: $22
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: $23
- Mad Monkey Hoi An Cooking Class & Bamboo Boats: $23
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hanoi $8.38Basse-Terre $50
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$1.57
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The Hanoi Hilton Entrance$1.57
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National History Museum$1.57
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Puppet Theater Ticket$2.75
Tours and Activities in Hanoi
Here are a few actual costs in Hanoi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Bus Ticket Cat Ba - Hanoi ( Bus+ Ferry ) - Best Selling: $0.02
- Hanoi Old Quarter Half-day Private Walking Tour : $5.00
- Hanoi Old Quarter Free walking tour: $5.00
- Private Walking Tour of Hanoi City: $5.00
- Half Day Hanoi Old Quarter Private Walking Tour: $5.00
- Skip the line: Thang Long Water Puppet Theater Entrance Tickets: $5.00
- Street Food Walking Tour in Hanoi: $5.00
- Sightseeing Walking Tour in Hanoi: $5.00
- Half-day Private Walking Tour of Hanoi's Old Quarter: $5.00
- Hanoi Street Food Experience: $5.00
- Half Day Hanoi Old Quarter Private Walking Tour : $5.00
- Private Hanoi Street Food Walking Tour: $5.00
Tours and Activities in Basse-Terre
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Basse-Terre are as follows:
- Full day tour: the best of the island w/photos drone sunset: $215
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHanoi $7.58Basse-Terre $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Hanoi
Also in Hanoi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Hanoi Beer and Brewery Tour: $48
- Half-Day Guided Tour Australian Beef with Wine Tasting & Rickshaw in Hanoi: $106
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hanoi and Basse-Terre, we can see that Basse-Terre is more expensive. And not only is Hanoi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Hanoi is in Asia and Basse-Terre is in Caribbean Islands, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Hanoi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hanoi 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 Basse-Terre would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Basse-Terre than you might in Hanoi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hanoi Expensive? and Is Basse-Terre Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hanoi or Basse-Terre?
Hanoi has a larger population, and is about 120 times larger than the population of Basse-Terre. When comparing the sizes of Hanoi and Basse-Terre, 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 Hanoi or Basse-Terre?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Hanoi or Basse-Terre in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Hanoi and Basse-Terre. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hanoi year-round. Basse-Terre attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Also, May to September is the rainy season in Hanoi. Basse-Terre receives a lot of rain in the summer. Hanoi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Hanoi usually receives more rain than Basse-Terre. Hanoi gets 210 mm (8.3 in) of rain, while Basse-Terre receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
In July, Hanoi is generally around the same temperature as Basse-Terre. Daily temperatures in Hanoi average around 29°C (84°F), and Basse-Terre fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHanoi 29°C (84°F)Basse-Terre 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Basse-Terre in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Hanoi as well as Basse-Terre. Hanoi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Basse-Terre throughout the year.
Also, November to April in Hanoi is the dry season. It's quite rainy in Basse-Terre. Hanoi receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Hanoi usually gets less rain in October than Basse-Terre. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Basse-Terre receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain this time of the year.
Hanoi is around the same temperature as Basse-Terre in the autumn. The daily temperature in Hanoi averages around 25°C (77°F) in October, and Basse-Terre fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHanoi 25°C (77°F)Basse-Terre 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Basse-Terre in the Winter?
Both Basse-Terre and Hanoi are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hanoi throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Basse-Terre because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Hanoi usually receives less rain than Basse-Terre. Hanoi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Basse-Terre receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In the winter, Hanoi is cooler than Basse-Terre. Typically, the winter temperatures in Hanoi in January average around 17°C (63°F), and Basse-Terre averages at about 24°C (76°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHanoi 17°C (63°F)Basse-Terre 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Basse-Terre in the Spring?
Both Basse-Terre and Hanoi during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Hanoi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Basse-Terre year-round.
November to April is the dry season in Hanoi. May to September is the rainy season in Hanoi. Basse-Terre gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Hanoi. Hanoi usually gets less rain in April than Basse-Terre. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Basse-Terre receives 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
In April, Hanoi is generally around the same temperature as Basse-Terre. Daily temperatures in Hanoi average around 24°C (75°F), and Basse-Terre fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHanoi 24°C (75°F)Basse-Terre 26°C (78°F)
Typical Weather for Basse-Terre and Hanoi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Nov | 22°C (72°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
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