Which place is cheaper, Nha Trang or Leh?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Leh or Nha Trang?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Leh and Nha Trang. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Leh or Nha Trang?
Leh
Leh is a small town located in the Indus river valley at a crossroads of the old trading routes from Kashgar, Tibet, and Kashmir. Today, the town is best known for its Buddhist sites and nearby trekking areas. It is situated in northern India, amidst the mountainous Himalayan range.
Nha Trang
For the relaxation of a small beach town, plus the energy of a young city, consider Nha Trang, Vietnam. As the most famous seaside town in Vietnam, Nha Trang is certainly livelier than many other beach resort towns. Visiting this part of Vietnam is not for the faint of heart. These people know the meaning of nightlife - and make the night last as long as they can.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New Delhi, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Mumbai, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ho Chi Minh City, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Hanoi.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLeh $39Nha Trang $39
The average daily cost (per person) in Leh is $39, while the average daily cost in Nha Trang is $39. 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 Leh and Nha Trang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLeh $17Nha Trang $13
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLeh $34Nha Trang $26
Compare Hotels in Leh and Nha Trang
Looking for a hotel in Leh or Nha Trang? 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: Leh Hotel Prices and Nha Trang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Leh $7.86Nha Trang $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Leh
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Leh:
- Leh Airport Transfer: $33
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nha Trang
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Nha Trang:
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Local Bus Ticket$0.12
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Taxi From Airport$15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nha Trang
Also for Nha Trang, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Nha Trang airport transfer : $9.00
- NHA TRANG : Cam Ranh Airport Private Transfer: $16
- Private Arrival Transfer: Cam Ranh Airport to Nha Trang City Hotels: $19
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang City Center - Cau Da Port: $19
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang Train Station - Nha Trang Center: $19
- Nha Trang to Radisson Blu Resort - Private Transfer: $20
- Nha Trang to Cam Ranh Riviera Beach Resort - Private Transfer: $20
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang City Center to Cau Da/Vinpearl Port: $20
- Nha Trang - Private Airport transfers: $22
- Nha Trang Private Cam Ranh Airport transfer.: $23
- Private Transfer: Cam Ranh Airport - Cau Da Port: $23
- Private Transfer: Cam Ranh Airport - Cam Hai Dong: $23
Is it cheaper to fly into Leh or Nha Trang?
Prices for flights to both Nha Trang and Leh 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 dayLeh $14Nha Trang $15
Typical Food Prices in Nha Trang
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Nha Trang:
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$5.59
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nha Trang
For Nha Trang, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Street Food Tour & Fresh Beer Tasting by Scooter: $62
- Nha Trang Cooking Class (visiting local market & countryside): $67
- Viet Garden Cooking Class (Countryside and Market tour): $68
- NhaTrang Private Sunset River Cruise for a nice dinner at a riverside restaurant: $82
- Countryside Private Cooking Class: $87
- Romantic Sunset Cocktails and Dinner Cruise: $90
- Watching Stunning Sunset with Cocktail and Dinner on Luxury Cruise : $92
- Nha Trang River Cruises and Cooking Class Included Lunch: $95
- Day Cruise Or Sunset Dinner Cruise on The Sea: $100
- Cruise tour and dinner at luxurious Nha Trang Bay: $106
- Biking and Cooking in Rural Nha Trang: $120
- Sunset cocktail and dinner on the Emperor cruise on Nha Trang Bay: $137
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Leh $14Nha Trang $9.51
Tours and Activities in Leh
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Leh are as follows:
- "Leh to Pangong Lake Sameday tour: A Day of Tranquil Wonders: $80
- From Srinagar: Private Himalayan 11-Day Tour to Ladakh: $1,507
- LADAKH TOUR: $659
- Leh-Ladakh Sameday Tour/ Capture the Majesty in Just One Day: $53
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nha Trang
For Nha Trang, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Po Ngar Cham Entrance (for Two)$1.28
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Two Rental Lounge Chairs on Beach$2.80
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Vinpearl Land Amusement Park$18
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Fairy Spring Waterfall Entrance$0.40
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Thap Ba Mud Bath$3.99
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Cyclo Tour of City (One Day)$9.99
Tours and Activities in Nha Trang
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Nha Trang.
- VinWonders Entry Ticket with Optional Cable Car: $2.95
- Nha Trang : Combo Monkey Island with Orchids Island Ticket: $17
- Stand-up Paddleboard Sunset Tour: $19
- Snorkeling Tour at Coral Reef: $23
- Nha Trang Island Hopping Tour Snorkeling and Floating Party: $23
- Island Hopping Tour, Snorkeling & Floating Party: $24
- City tour by Cyclo: $25
- Hoi An Impression Theme Park and Memories Show Tickets: $25
- Nha Trang Snorkeling Tour-Vuongland Travel: $26
- Amazing Snorkeling at Mun Island ( Group Tour ): $29
- Nha Trang City Half-Day Tour: $29
- Nha Trang Half Day Highlight Private City Tour: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLeh $5.57Nha Trang $19
When comparing the travel costs between Leh and Nha Trang, we can see that Nha Trang 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. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Leh Expensive? and Is Nha Trang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Leh or Nha Trang?
Nha Trang has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Leh. When comparing the sizes of Leh and Nha Trang, 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.