Which place is cheaper, Saint Croix or Nha Trang?
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 Nha Trang or Saint Croix?
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 Nha Trang and Saint Croix. 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: Nha Trang or Saint Croix?
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.
Saint Croix
Sometimes all you want out of a vacation is the warmth of the sun, the sound of the waves and the taste of a cold drink. No more. No less. That's exactly what you can expect in St. Croix.
The largest of the U.S. Virgin Islands, St. Croix is a place of our leisure and relaxation. It's a bit of an expensive lifestyle for its 50,000 residents and daily visitors, but when you're living on island time, money is never a worry. There are no worries on island time.
This once volcanic island is covered in incredible beaches, stunning mountains, palm tress in the wind and historic colonial towns. While they may be a bit old and rundown, the Danish architecture still stands as a unique part of this island's legacy. Don't expect much window-shopping, though. That was not a feature incorporated in this style of architecture. If you want to know if a store is open, just step on in, but remember, shop hours are also running on island time.
For some great organized tour ideas, see 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 dayNha Trang $48Saint Croix $277
The average daily cost (per person) in Nha Trang is $48, while the average daily cost in Saint Croix is $277. 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 Nha Trang and Saint Croix in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNha Trang $13Saint Croix $149
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNha Trang $26Saint Croix $298
Compare Hotels in Nha Trang and Saint Croix
Looking for a hotel in Nha Trang or Saint Croix? 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: Nha Trang Hotel Prices and Saint Croix Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nha Trang $13Saint Croix $35
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$0.11
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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:
- Private Airport Transfer: CXR Airport → Cam Ranh City: $16
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang City Center to Cau Da/Vinpearl Port: $18
- Nha Trang to Mia Resort - Private Transfer: $20
- Mia Resort to Nha Trang - Private Transfer: $20
- Nha Trang to Radisson Blu Resort - Private Transfer: $20
- Nha Trang to Duyen Ha Resort - Private Transfer: $20
- Nha Trang to Golden Peak Resort - Private Transfer: $20
- Nha Trang to Vinpearl Resort & Spa Long Beach - Private Transfer: $20
- Nha Trang to Fusion Resort - Private Transfer: $20
- Private Transfer from Nha Trang Airport: $20
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang Airport to/from City Center Hotels: $22
- Private Transfer from Nha Trang Port to Nha Trang Airport (CXR): $25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Croix
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint Croix:
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St. Croix: $178
- Private Transfer from St.Croix hotels to St. Croix Cruise Port: $174
- Private Transfer from St.Croix Cruise Port to St.Croix hotels: $174
- Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Round-Trip Transfer: $165
- St.Croix Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Arrival Private Transfer: $90
- St. Croix to St. Croix Airport (STX) - Departure Private Transfer: $90
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Airport to St. Croix Cruise Port: $86
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Port to St. Croix Airport (STX): $86
- St. Croix to Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) - Departure Transfer: $83
Is it cheaper to fly into Nha Trang or Saint Croix?
Prices for flights to both Saint Croix and Nha Trang 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 dayNha Trang $25Saint Croix $97
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)$5.36
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 With Chef Dat: $67
- Nha Trang Private Memorable Sunset River Tour for nice dinner and sightseeing: $77
- Crossing: Sunset Cruise Live Music, Buffet Dinner & DJ Party: $79
- Nha Trang Special Sunset River Cruise for sightseeing and nice dinner: $82
- Nha Trang Sunset Cocktails and Dinner Cruise: $90
- Experience Countryside Private Cooking Class in Nha Trang City: $95
- Daily Cooking Class In Nha Trang Countryside: $95
- Private Half-Day Cooking Class in Nha Trang with Pick Up: $97
- Nha Trang Bay Dinner Cruise Luxury Sunset Experience: $119
- Nha Trang Luxury Sunset Cruise with Cocktail, Dinner & Live Music: $119
- Nha Trang Bay Luxury Sunset Cruise with Cocktails and Dinner: $125
- Nha Trang Nightfall Dinner and Cocktail Cruise Experience: $135
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint Croix
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Saint Croix.
- A Morning Cultural Experience Through Food Cooking Class St. Croix: $90
- A Evening Cultural Experience Through Food Cooking Class St. Croix: $100
- C'sted Sip & Savor Mixology Class with VI Food Tours: $131
- Taste of Twin City Food Tour with VI Food Tours: $155
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nha Trang $9.12Saint Croix $58
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)$1.22
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Two Rental Lounge Chairs on Beach$2.68
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Vinpearl Land Amusement Park$17
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Fairy Spring Waterfall Entrance$0.38
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Thap Ba Mud Bath$3.83
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Cyclo Tour of City (One Day)$9.57
Tours and Activities in Nha Trang
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Nha Trang.
- Nha Trang Mini Open-Top Bus Sightseeing Tour: $4.72
- I Resort Nha Trang Mud Bath Experience: $8.25
- Experience Nha Trang Cai River Basket Boat Eco Tour: $10
- Vietnam: Life Puppets Show for Đó Theatre Ticket: $11
- I-Resort Hot Springs and Spa Packages Ticket Nha Trang: $14
- Life Puppets show - Đó Theatre Ticket: $19
- Private Car 4s / 7s in Nha Trang Airport or City tour: $25
- Nha Trang Snorkeling Tour-Vuongland Travel: $28
- Vietnam: Nha Trang Half-day City Tour: $28
- Amazing Snorkeling at Mun Island ( Group Tour ): $29
- Experience Nha Trang Stand-up Paddleboard Sunset Tour: $29
- Nha Trang Island Hopping Tour Snorkeling and Floating Party: $29
Tours and Activities in Saint Croix
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Saint Croix are as follows:
- Christiansted's Artisan Shopping Tour: $33
- Horseback Riding Experience: $160
- Island Chocolate Experience with Tasting: $62
- Parasail Experience in St Croix: $85
- Private Sailing Tour of Pirate Waters and Shipwrecks: $175
- Sea Turtle Snorkel Tour: $59
- St Croix Island Tour: $118
- St Croix Tiki Tours Frederiksted’s Tiki Boat Experience: $80
- St. Croix African Heritage Walking Tour: $65
- St. Croix Ghost Tour of Historic Christiansted: $45
- St. Croix’s Forts, Freedom, and Beaches: A Self-Drive Audio Tour: $25
- The Frederiksted St. Croix Sea Turtles Snorkeling Tour: $89
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNha Trang $18Saint Croix $27
Sample the Local Flavors in Saint Croix
Also in Saint Croix, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Farm to Bottle Tour at Prosperity Farm Distillery: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nha Trang and Saint Croix, we can see that Saint Croix is more expensive. And not only is Nha Trang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nha Trang is in Asia and Saint Croix 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 Nha Trang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nha Trang 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 Saint Croix would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint Croix than you might in Nha Trang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nha Trang Expensive? and Is Saint Croix Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Nha Trang or Saint Croix?
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 Nha Trang or Saint Croix in the Summer?
Both Saint Croix and Nha Trang during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Nha Trang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint Croix year-round.
January to August is the dry season in Nha Trang. September to December is the rainy season in Nha Trang. Nha Trang usually gets less rain in July than Saint Croix. Nha Trang gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
Nha Trang is around the same temperature as Saint Croix in the summer. The daily temperature in Nha Trang averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Saint Croix fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNha Trang 28°C (82°F)Saint Croix 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Saint Croix in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Nha Trang and Saint Croix. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nha Trang year-round. Saint Croix attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Also, September to December is the rainy season in Nha Trang. Saint Croix receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Nha Trang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Nha Trang usually receives more rain than Saint Croix. Nha Trang gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In the autumn, Nha Trang is around the same temperature as Saint Croix. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Nha Trang in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Saint Croix averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNha Trang 26°C (79°F)Saint Croix 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Saint Croix in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Nha Trang as well as Saint Croix. Nha Trang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint Croix throughout the year.
Also, January to August in Nha Trang is the dry season. Nha Trang usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Saint Croix. Nha Trang gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
In January, Nha Trang is generally around the same temperature as Saint Croix. Daily temperatures in Nha Trang average around 24°C (75°F), and Saint Croix fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNha Trang 24°C (75°F)Saint Croix 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Saint Croix in the Spring?
Both Saint Croix and Nha Trang are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nha Trang throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Saint Croix because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Nha Trang usually receives less rain than Saint Croix. Nha Trang gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Nha Trang is around the same temperature as Saint Croix in the spring. The daily temperature in Nha Trang averages around 26°C (79°F) in April, and Saint Croix fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNha Trang 26°C (79°F)Saint Croix 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint Croix and Nha Trang
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 29°C (84°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (75°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 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.