Which place is cheaper, Dubrovnik or Luang Prabang?
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 Luang Prabang or Dubrovnik?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Luang Prabang or Dubrovnik, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Luang Prabang or Dubrovnik?
Luang Prabang
Southeast Asia is a region full of mystical wonders and cultural charm, but nowhere is as charming as the city of Luang Prabang. As the former capital of Laos, Luang Prabang was reopened to tourism in 1989. With that move the city experienced an upswing in revenue and was able to restore and rebuild the beautiful colonial mansions to serve as guesthouses and hotels for the new swarm of tourists.
Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik, the "Pearl of the Adriatic", is a beautiful walled city in southern Croatia that sits on the edge of the Adriatic Sea. It's a small city, with only about 40,000 residents, but it's become one of the most significant tourist destinations in the Mediterranean. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The city was historically built on maritime trade, which is not surprising given its location near major Italian and Greek ports such as Venice, Bari, Corfu, and Trieste. It was a center of language and literature and was the home of many important poets, playwrights, painters, and scientists during the 15th and 16th centuries. Today its economy is dependent on tourism and it is one of the most popular destinations in the region. People visit the city for its impressive history, beautiful setting, great weather, and interesting architecture.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Laos, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Laos, The Best 2-Week Tours from Split, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Croatia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLuang Prabang $18Dubrovnik $142
The average daily cost (per person) in Luang Prabang is $18, while the average daily cost in Dubrovnik is $142. 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 Luang Prabang and Dubrovnik in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLuang Prabang $5.60Dubrovnik $59
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLuang Prabang $11Dubrovnik $118
Compare Hotels in Luang Prabang and Dubrovnik
Looking for a hotel in Luang Prabang or Dubrovnik? 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: Luang Prabang Hotel Prices and Dubrovnik Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Luang Prabang $2.07Dubrovnik $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Luang Prabang
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Luang Prabang are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$2.31
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Luang Prabang
Also for Luang Prabang, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From 3-Day Oudomxay Town Trip with Transfers: $580
- 2-Day Private Tour with Airport Transfers: $165
- 2D Transfer to Huay Xai by Slow Boat: $61
- LPQ Airport: Private Transfer to/from Luang Prabang City: $20
- Luang Prabang Private Airport transfers: $9.00
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Dubrovnik
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Dubrovnik:
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Bus Around Town$1.67
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dubrovnik
Also for Dubrovnik, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Split to Dubrovnik transfer with Mostar tour & Wine: $1,006
- Zagreb to VIP Transfer with Your Choice of Tours: $848
- Private Transfer from Dubrovnik to Podgorica: $702
- From Split or Trogir: Private Transfer to Dubrovnik City: $644
- Private Transfer from Dubrovnik to Sarajevo: $611
- Private Transfer to Split with Oyster Tasting: $585
- Private Transfer to Dubrovnik from Split with stop options: $579
- Private Transfer from Dubrovnik to Mostar: $527
- One Way Private Transfer from Dubrovnik to Split: $501
- Dubrovnik to Split 1-Way Private Transfer: $494
- Private transfer from Split to Dubrovnik - door to door: $468
- Private Transfer from Dubrovnik to Budva: $468
Is it cheaper to fly into Luang Prabang or Dubrovnik?
Prices for flights to both Dubrovnik and Luang Prabang 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 dayLuang Prabang $9.25Dubrovnik $67
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Luang Prabang
For Luang Prabang, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Luang Prabang Local Market and Morning Food Tour with Drinks: $39
- Bamboo Weaving Workshop & Cooking Class: $44
- Day-time Bamboo weaving & Cooking Classes join-in: $44
- Luangprabang: Dinner with Lao Traditional Dance Performance: $45
- Mekong Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $45
- Cooking Class at the Former Royal Palace: $45
- Prabang Plates Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $45
- Mekong Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $46
- Laos: Prabang Plates Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $46
- Evening Bamboo weaving & Cooking classes join-in: $47
- Mekong River Sunset & Lao Tasting Dinner: $49
- Evening Cooking Class & Local Baci Ceremony: $51
Typical Food Prices in Dubrovnik
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Dubrovnik:
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Seafood Dinner (for 2)$34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dubrovnik
For Dubrovnik, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sunset Dinner Cruise around the Old Town: $82
- Gastro Cruise | Dinner and Boat ride around Dubrovnik Old Town: $93
- Dinner in the Sky Dubrovnik - Dine 50m above ground: $101
- Dinner in the Sky Dubrovnik: $114
- Secret Food Tours in Dubrovnik: $118
- Secrets of traditional Dalmatian cuisine with a cooking class: $140
- Croatian Traditional Cuisine: Peka Cooking Lesson: $143
- Old Town Food Tour: $157
- Dubrovnik Old Town Food Tour: Small-Group Experience: $168
- Eat Like A Local On A Food Tour: $180
- Authentic Garden to Table Cooking Class in Dubrovnik Countryside : $208
- Konavle Wine& History&food Tour: $226
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Luang Prabang $2.66Dubrovnik $22
Tours and Activities in Luang Prabang
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Luang Prabang.
- Half Day Kayaking and Pak Ou Caves with Sunset Cruise: $196
- Kuang Si Waterfalls and Hmong Village Half-Day Tour: $30
- 6Days 5Nigths Luang Prabang city tour & Mekong River Cruise: $800
- Best of Luang Prabang Shared Group City Tour: $214
- Bike to Kuangsi Waterfall and Cruise the Mekong River Back - Luang Prabang 1 day: $170
- Classic Tour in Luang Prabang: $90
- Classic tour in Luang Prabang (Private): $243
- Day Pass - Premium Wellness Experience at The Namkhan: $90
- Dine and Cruise on Mekong River: $66
- Explore Pak Ou Caves by Kayak with Optional Sunset River Cruise: $196
- From Field to Table Half Day Rice Experience in Luang Prabang: $194
- From 8-Day Laos Tour with Accommodation: $1,241
Typical Entertainment Prices in Dubrovnik
For Dubrovnik, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Boat to Lokrum Island (for 2)$16
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Dubrovnik City Wall Tour (for 2)$62
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Dubrovnik Cable Car (for 2)$53
Tours and Activities in Dubrovnik
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Dubrovnik.
- 1H Sunset cruise around the Old Town Dubrovnik: $30
- Brand New Mercan Excursion 34 Private Tour From Dubrovnik Cavtat: $275
- Flavours of Konavle: Wine, Food & Village Life Experience: $239
- Montenegro Bay Cruise with Lunch on the Boat from Koločep: $131
- Speed Boat Private Tour From Cavtat/Dubrovnik: $298
- 'Game of Thrones' Walking Tour in Dubrovnik: $76
- 1.5-Hour Walking Tour of Dubrovnik's Old Town: $27
- 2 Hours Private Dubrovnik City Walls Walking Tour : $165
- 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour in Mlini: $60
- 3-Hour Dubrovnik Countryside ATV/Quad Safari Adventure Tour: $131
- 3-Hour Private Fort Lovrijenac and City Walls Tour with a Local Guide: $78
- 4 Hours Caves, Snorkeling and Swimming Tour in Dubrovnik: $93
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLuang Prabang $1.78Dubrovnik $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Dubrovnik
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Dubrovnik:
- Dubrovnik Sunset Tour with Wine Tasting : $42
- Panoramic Dubrovnik Tour Golden Hour Sunset and Wine Tasting: $46
- Sunset and Wine / Dubrovnik Sunset Tour and Premium Wine Tasting : $54
- Brewery Tour with Food included: $66
- Columbo Pub Crawl Dubrovnik: $70
- Columbo Pub Crawl Dubrovnik: $72
- Sunset Wine Tasting At Panorama Point: $74
- Pub Crawl Nightlife Xperience: $80
- Ston and Korcula Island Day Trip from Dubrovnik with Wine Tasting: $83
- Day Tour of Korcula Island from Dubrovnik with Wine Tasting: $83
- Luxury Sunset Tour with Wine Tasting: $84
- Wine Tour - Get to know local grapes: $84
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Luang Prabang and Dubrovnik, we can see that Dubrovnik is more expensive. And not only is Luang Prabang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Luang Prabang is in Asia and Dubrovnik is in Europe, 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 Luang Prabang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Luang Prabang 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 Dubrovnik would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dubrovnik than you might in Luang Prabang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Luang Prabang Expensive? and Is Dubrovnik Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Luang Prabang or Dubrovnik?
Luang Prabang has a larger population, and is about 67% larger than the population of Dubrovnik. When comparing the sizes of Luang Prabang and Dubrovnik, 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 Luang Prabang or Dubrovnik?
Dubrovnik has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Luang Prabang experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Luang Prabang or Dubrovnik in the Summer?
Both Dubrovnik and Luang Prabang are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Luang Prabang throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Dubrovnik for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Luang Prabang is generally a little warmer than Dubrovnik. Daily temperatures in Luang Prabang average around 28°C (82°F), and Dubrovnik fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
It's quite rainy in Luang Prabang. In July, Luang Prabang usually receives more rain than Dubrovnik. Luang Prabang gets 228 mm (9 in) of rain, while Dubrovnik receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLuang Prabang 28°C (82°F)Dubrovnik 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Luang Prabang or Dubrovnik in the Autumn?
Both Dubrovnik and Luang Prabang during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Luang Prabang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Dubrovnik because of the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Luang Prabang is a little warmer than Dubrovnik in the autumn. The daily temperature in Luang Prabang averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Dubrovnik fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
Dubrovnik gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Luang Prabang. Luang Prabang usually gets less rain in October than Dubrovnik. Luang Prabang gets 126 mm (5 in) of rain, while Dubrovnik receives 162 mm (6.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLuang Prabang 26°C (79°F)Dubrovnik 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Luang Prabang or Dubrovnik in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Luang Prabang and Dubrovnik. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Luang Prabang year-round. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Dubrovnik this time of year.
In the winter, Luang Prabang is much warmer than Dubrovnik. Typically, the winter temperatures in Luang Prabang in January average around 21°C (70°F), and Dubrovnik averages at about 9°C (48°F).
Dubrovnik receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Luang Prabang usually receives less rain than Dubrovnik. Luang Prabang gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Dubrovnik receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLuang Prabang 21°C (70°F)Dubrovnik 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Luang Prabang or Dubrovnik in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Luang Prabang as well as Dubrovnik. Luang Prabang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many travelers come to Dubrovnik for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In April, Luang Prabang is generally much warmer than Dubrovnik. Daily temperatures in Luang Prabang average around 28°C (82°F), and Dubrovnik fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
It's quite rainy in Dubrovnik. Luang Prabang receives a lot of rain in the spring. Luang Prabang usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Dubrovnik. Luang Prabang gets 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Dubrovnik receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLuang Prabang 28°C (82°F)Dubrovnik 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Dubrovnik and Luang Prabang
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Mar | 26°C (79°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| May | 29°C (84°F) | 147 mm (5.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 228 mm (9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 289 mm (11.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 126 mm (5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 162 mm (6.4 in) |
| Nov | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
| Dec | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 178 mm (7 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.