Which place is cheaper, Gili Trawangan or Hue?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hue and Gili Trawangan 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.
Hue is a major city in central Vietnam and was historically the imperial capital. The city was the base for the imperial Nguyen Dynasty, which ruled from 1802 to 1945. During the Vietnam War the city faced many challenges. It was conquered by the Viet Cong and held for 24 days. During this time about 3,000 people were slaughtered for their political views, education level, or religious affiliation.
Gili Trawangan, known as Gili T, is the most visited of the three Gili Islands, located on the northeast side of Lombok. These islands are known for world-class diving and snorkeling spots. It's not hard to see why, considering that any direction you step off the shoreline, there's a beautiful underwater world to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam, The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in Vietnam, The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Indonesia.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Hue is $48, while the average daily cost in Gili Trawangan is $36. 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 Hue and Gili Trawangan in more detail.
Looking for a hotel in Hue or Gili Trawangan? 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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Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hue:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hue:
Also for Gili Trawangan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Some typical examples of dining costs in Hue are as follows:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hue.
For Gili Trawangan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Hue are as follows:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hue are as follows:
For Gili Trawangan, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Hue:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hue and Gili Trawangan, we can see that Hue is more expensive. And not only is Gili Trawangan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gili Trawangan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gili Trawangan 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 Hue would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hue than you might in Gili Trawangan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hue Expensive? and Is Gili Trawangan Expensive?.