Which place is cheaper, Vang Vieng or Hue?
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 Hue or Vang Vieng?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hue and Vang Vieng 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: Hue or Vang Vieng?
Hue
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.
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 Sightseeing Tours in Vietnam, The Best Cultural Tours in Vietnam, The Best Adventure Tours to Laos, and The Best Budget Tours to Laos.
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Hue Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHue $56Vang Vieng $19
The average daily cost (per person) in Hue is $56, while the average daily cost in Vang Vieng is $19. 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 Vang Vieng in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHue $22Vang Vieng $4.25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHue $44Vang Vieng $8.50
Compare Hotels in Hue and Vang Vieng
Looking for a hotel in Hue 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: Hue Hotel Prices and Vang Vieng Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hue $12Vang Vieng $3.11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hue
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hue:
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Cyclo$0.45
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Short Taxi Ride$0.83
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Taxi Ride to Tombs$13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hue
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hue:
- Full-Day Hue Tour by Military Jeep Including One-Way Transfer to Hoi An: $190
- Golden Bridge Trip with Guide, Lunch &transfer from Chan May Port: $159
- Private Transfer From Hue To Phong Nha: $135
- Hue to Hoi An Jeep Tour Private Transfer via Hai Van Pass 1 Way: $125
- Private transfer from Hue to Hoi An with fabulous stops: $125
- Hoi An: Hue Transfer stop An Bang Ghost town, Hai Van Pass: $122
- Hue Transfer to Hoi An Via Hai Van Pass & Golden Bridge: $114
- Private Transfer from Hue Phu Bai Airport (HUI) to Chan May Port: $101
- Private Transfer: Hoi An City Center - Hue City Center: $100
- Private car transfer from Hue to Da nang or Hoi An via Hai van Pass: $98
- Hue to Hoi An Private Transfer: Sightseeing with English Driver: $96
- Da Nang Airport: Private Transfer to/from Hue City: $94
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vang Vieng
Also for Vang Vieng, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Shared transfer from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang city: $20
Is it cheaper to fly into Hue or Vang Vieng?
Prices for flights to both Vang Vieng and Hue 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 dayHue $25Vang Vieng $11
Typical Food Prices in Hue
Some typical examples of dining costs in Hue are as follows:
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River Night Market Dinner (for Two)$7.58
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Two Sugarcane Drinks$0.76
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Quick Lunch (for Two)$2.08
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)$4.17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hue
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hue.
- Hue Food Tour by Walking or Cyclo or Motorbike with Driver: $21
- Walking Street Food tour in Hue: $26
- Hue Walking Street Food Tour: $27
- Hue City: Cyclo, Market Tour & Cooking Class at Madam Thu: $27
- Eat Like a Local with a Local Hue Food Tour : $30
- Home Cooking Class and Dinner with Local Chef in Hue City: $31
- HUE : NIGHT WALKING AND STREET FOOD TOUR: $31
- Hue : Cooking Class with Local Family: $33
- Street Food Tour with a Local Guide: $33
- Cooking Class with Local Family: $33
- Hue : Night Street Food Tour with a Local Guide: $33
- Guided Local Food Tour with Tastings: $33
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hue $11Vang Vieng $4.76
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hue
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Hue are as follows:
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Boat Ride$7.39
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Bicycle Rental (One Day)$1.06
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Imperial Citadel Entrance$3.03
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Massage at Institute for the Blind$1.52
Tours and Activities in Hue
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hue are as follows:
- Bach Ma National Park Adventure Trekking Day Trip from Hue: $56
- Hoi An Guided Bus Tour via 4 Stops from Hue with entry ticket : $18
- 12 Hours Experience Different Hue: $179
- 2 Day Nature Tour in Tam Giang Lagoon & Bach Ma National Park: $245
- 2025 Journey to Paradise Cave — An Adventure's Paradise : $57
- 3,5-Hours Hue Imperial Walking Tour with Guide with Local Gifts: $28
- 3-Hour Hue Royal Palace Small Group Guided Walking Tour: $23
- 6 Hours All Inclusive Hue Green Biking Private Tour: $98
- All Inclusive Deluxe Hue City Group Tour - Max 12 pax: $63
- Bach Ma National Park Day Trek Private Tour from Hue: $95
- Bach Ma National Park Tour From Hue City : $39
- Bach Ma National Park Trekking Tour 1 Day From Hue City: $44
Tours and Activities in Vang Vieng
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Vang Vieng.
- Nam Song River Kayak Tour: $18
- Tham Nangfar and Tham Nam Day Tour with Kayaking: $24
- Get Your Laos–China Train Ticket Fast – No Waiting, No Worries: $30
- Blue Lagoon and Countryside Bike Tour with Lunch: $38
- Vangrong Full Day Tour: $45
- Vang Vieng Shared Tour with Kayaking in Nam Song River: $48
- Vang Vieng Bike Tour: $49
- One Day Guided Tour: Kayaking, Zipline & Tubing In The Cave from Vang Vieng : $50
- Kayaking&Zipline&Cave Tubing&cave tour: $51
- Vangrong One Day Shared Tour: $52
- Vang Vieng Tour B - Nam Xay Viewpoint Hike & Blue Lagoon 1 Tour: $55
- Laos: Jungle Zipline and Caving Tour: $58
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHue $5.49Vang Vieng $1.11
Typical Alcohol Prices in Hue
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Hue:
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Beer$0.95
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hue and Vang Vieng, we can see that Hue 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 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 Vang Vieng.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hue Expensive? and Is Vang Vieng Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hue or Vang Vieng?
Hue has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Vang Vieng. When comparing the sizes of Hue 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 Hue 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 Hue or Vang Vieng in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Hue as well as Vang Vieng. Hue attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Vang Vieng throughout the year.
Also, March to August in Hue is the dry season. September to December in Hue is the rainy season. Hue usually gets more rain in July than Vang Vieng. Hue 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 Hue this time of the year. In the summer, Hue often gets more sunshine than Vang Vieng. Hue gets 242 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vang Vieng receives 141 hours of full sun.
Hue is a little warmer than Vang Vieng in the summer. The daily temperature in Hue averages around 29°C (85°F) in July, and Vang Vieng fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHue 29°C (85°F)Vang Vieng 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Hue or Vang Vieng in the Autumn?
Both Vang Vieng and Hue are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hue 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 Hue is September to December. It's quite rainy in Hue. In October, Hue usually receives more rain than Vang Vieng. Hue 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. Hue usually receives less sunshine than Vang Vieng during autumn. Hue gets 158 hours of sunny skies, while Vang Vieng receives 222 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In the autumn, Hue is around the same temperature as Vang Vieng. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Hue in October average around 25°C (78°F), and Vang Vieng averages at about 23°C (73°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHue 25°C (78°F)Vang Vieng 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Hue or Vang Vieng in the Winter?
Both Vang Vieng and Hue during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Hue because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Vang Vieng year-round.
March to August is the dry season in Hue. It rains a lot this time of the year in Hue. Hue usually gets more rain in January than Vang Vieng. Hue 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, Hue often gets less sunshine than Vang Vieng. Hue gets 136 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vang Vieng receives 254 hours of full sun.
In January, Hue is generally cooler than Vang Vieng. Daily temperatures in Hue average around 22°C (71°F), and Vang Vieng fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHue 22°C (71°F)Vang Vieng 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Hue or Vang Vieng in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Hue and Vang Vieng. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hue 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, Hue usually receives less rain than Vang Vieng. Hue 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 Hue, it's very sunny this time of the year. Hue usually receives less sunshine than Vang Vieng during spring. Hue gets 210 hours of sunny skies, while Vang Vieng receives 230 hours of full sun in the spring.
Hue is a little warmer than Vang Vieng in the spring. The daily temperature in Hue averages around 26°C (80°F) in April, and Vang Vieng fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHue 26°C (80°F)Vang Vieng 23°C (73°F)
Typical Weather for Vang Vieng and Hue
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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) |
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.