Which place is cheaper, Can Tho or Pai?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Pai and Can Tho. 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.
As the lush green mountains adorn the blue horizon amidst its creamy clouds, Pai, in northern Thailand, works as one of the many hubs for some of the world's most exciting cultural adventures and natural wonders. Within this small town just north of the Mae Hong Son Province, near the Myanmar border, Pai lays on the Pai River and holds a population of no more than 2,500. Despite its geographical insignificance, this town attracts a wide array of tourists. From breathtaking waterfalls to relaxing hot springs, you will find yourself astonished at how much this little city holds within its borders.
Can Tho is the largest city of Vietnam's Mekong Delta, and is best known for its canal network of floating markets, restaurants, bars, and hotels, Buddhist pagodas, and the beauty of the delta, which is illuminated in the evenings.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Thailand, The Best 3-Day Tours from Phuket, The Best Bicycle Tours in Vietnam, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Vietnam.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Pai is $64, while the average daily cost in Can Tho is $57. 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 Pai and Can Tho in more detail.
Looking for a hotel in Pai or Can Tho? 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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Also for Pai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Also for Can Tho, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Can Tho:
For Can Tho, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Pai, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
For Can Tho, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Can Tho.
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Can Tho from other travelers:
When comparing the travel costs between Pai and Can Tho, we can see that Pai 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 Pai Expensive? and Is Can Tho Expensive?.
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Pai and Can Tho. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Pai year-round. Can Tho attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Can Tho receives a lot of rain in the summer. Pai gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Pai usually receives less rain than Can Tho. Pai gets 211 mm (8.3 in) of rain, while Can Tho receives 313 mm (12.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Pai usually receives less sunshine than Can Tho during summer. Pai gets 146 hours of sunny skies, while Can Tho receives 168 hours of full sun in the summer.
In the summer, Pai is around the same temperature as Can Tho. Typically, the summer temperatures in Pai in July average around 29°C (85°F), and Can Tho averages at about 28°C (82°F).
The autumn brings many poeple to Pai as well as Can Tho. Pai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Can Tho throughout the year.
Also, December to April in Can Tho is the dry season. May to November in Can Tho is the rainy season. It's quite rainy in Can Tho. Pai receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Pai usually gets less rain in October than Can Tho. Pai gets 115 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Can Tho receives 343 mm (13.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pai this time of the year. In the autumn, Pai often gets more sunshine than Can Tho. Pai gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Can Tho receives 158 hours of full sun.
In October, Pai is generally around the same temperature as Can Tho. Daily temperatures in Pai average around 29°C (84°F), and Can Tho fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Both Can Tho and Pai are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Pai throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Can Tho because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Pai usually receives less rain than Can Tho. Pai gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Can Tho receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
It's quite sunny in Can Tho. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pai. Pai usually receives more sunshine than Can Tho during winter. Pai gets 283 hours of sunny skies, while Can Tho receives 240 hours of full sun in the winter.
Pai is around the same temperature as Can Tho in the winter. The daily temperature in Pai averages around 24°C (74°F) in January, and Can Tho fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
Both Can Tho and Pai during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Pai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Can Tho year-round.
December to April is the dry season in Can Tho. May to November is the rainy season in Can Tho. Can Tho gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Pai usually gets less rain in April than Can Tho. Pai gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Can Tho receives 103 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Can Tho, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Pai. In the spring, Pai often gets more sunshine than Can Tho. Pai gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Can Tho receives 235 hours of full sun.
The heat can be very extreme in Pai. In the spring, Pai is around the same temperature as Can Tho. Typically, the spring temperatures in Pai in April average around 32°C (89°F), and Can Tho averages at about 29°C (84°F).
Pai | Can Tho | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 24°C (74°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
Mar | 29°C (83°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
Apr | 32°C (89°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |
May | 31°C (88°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 268 mm (10.6 in) |
Jun | 30°C (86°F) | 181 mm (7.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 332 mm (13.1 in) |
Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 313 mm (12.3 in) |
Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 256 mm (10.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 365 mm (14.4 in) |
Sep | 29°C (85°F) | 207 mm (8.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 360 mm (14.2 in) |
Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 343 mm (13.5 in) |
Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) |
Dec | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |