Which place is cheaper, Vang Vieng or Vilnius?
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 Vilnius or Vang Vieng?
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 Vilnius and Vang Vieng. 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: Vilnius or Vang Vieng?
Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital and largest city in the country of Lithuania. It has a population of more than 500,000 residents and is located in the valley between the Neris River and the Vilnia River in the southeastern part of the country. Visitors come to the city for its beautiful Old Town, impressive architecture, and fascinating culture. In 2009 it was named the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Linz, in Austria.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania, The Best Adventure Tours to Laos, and The Best Budget Tours to Laos.
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Vilnius Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVilnius €121Vang Vieng €16
The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is €121, while the average daily cost in Vang Vieng is €16. 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 Vilnius and Vang Vieng in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVilnius €42Vang Vieng €3.60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVilnius €84Vang Vieng €7.20
Compare Hotels in Vilnius and Vang Vieng
Looking for a hotel in Vilnius 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: Vilnius Hotel Prices and Vang Vieng Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vilnius €8.05Vang Vieng €2.64
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $236
- Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $236
- Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Vilnius or Trakai(transfer included): $208
- Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Trakai(transfer included) or Vilnius : $208
- From Suburbs Hot Air Balloon Ride w/ Hotel Transfer: $165
- Private Transfer from Vilnius Airport to Lithuania: $155
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $71
- Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer: $42
- Trakai Tour with Audio Guide and Minibus Transfers: $35
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 Vilnius or Vang Vieng?
Prices for flights to both Vang Vieng and Vilnius 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 dayVilnius €67Vang Vieng €9.06
Typical Food Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:
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Dinner for Two€13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.
- Cooking Class in Vilnius : $106
- Zeppelin Cooking Class: $118
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vilnius €9.72Vang Vieng €4.04
Typical Entertainment Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:
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Walking Tour€5.79
Tours and Activities in Vilnius
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:
- (Post) Soviet Vilnius Private Walking Tour: $142
- 1-Day Pilgrim Tour from Vilnius: $520
- Admission Ticket at Auto Museum Vilnius: $24
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core: $12
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core and the South Part 2in1: $14
- Audio Tour of the South Part of the Vilnius Old Town: $11
- Automuseum Entry Ticket: $21
- Bike Tour of Vilnius Highlights "Iconic Landmarks & Hidden Gems": $35
- Cathedral Crypts and Medieval History Tour: $33
- Day tour out of Paneriai holocaust park,Trakai castle, medieval Kernave: $250
- Discover Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Dzukija National Park and Grutas Park: Full-Day Tour: $236
Tours and Activities in Vang Vieng
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Vang Vieng.
- Get Your Laos–China Train Ticket Fast – No Waiting, No Worries: $30
- 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
- Vangrong One Day Shared Tour: $52
- Vang Vieng Tour B - Nam Xay Viewpoint Hike & Blue Lagoon 1 Tour: $55
- Vang Vieng Jungle Day Tour: $58
- Vang Vieng Kayaking Fun Rapid and Float Tour: $65
- Vang Vieng Kayaking Fun Rapid and Float Tour: $65
- Vang Vieng River Kayaking Rapid and Float Tour: $65
- Nam Xay Viewpoint Hike and Blue Lagoon Tour: $79
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVilnius €6.23Vang Vieng €0.94
Typical Alcohol Prices in Vilnius
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:
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Beer€4.34
Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius
Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Vilnius Private Pub & Bar Crawl Tour & Hidden Gems: $63
- Pub Crawl with Welcome Drink and Traditional Snacks: $78
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vilnius and Vang Vieng, we can see that Vilnius is more expensive. And not only is Vang Vieng much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Vilnius is in Europe and Vang Vieng is in Asia, 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 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 Vilnius would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Vilnius 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 Vilnius Expensive? and Is Vang Vieng Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vilnius or Vang Vieng?
Vilnius has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Vang Vieng. When comparing the sizes of Vilnius 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 Vilnius or Vang Vieng?
Vilnius has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Vang Vieng experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Vilnius or Vang Vieng in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Vilnius as well as Vang Vieng. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Vilnius this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Vang Vieng throughout the year.
In the summer, Vilnius is cooler than Vang Vieng. Typically, the summer temperatures in Vilnius in July average around 18°C (65°F), and Vang Vieng averages at about 22°C (72°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vilnius this time of the year. In the summer, Vilnius often gets more sunshine than Vang Vieng. Vilnius gets 219 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vang Vieng receives 141 hours of full sun.
Vilnius usually gets more rain in July than Vang Vieng. Vilnius gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Vang Vieng receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVilnius 18°C (65°F)Vang Vieng 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Vang Vieng in the Autumn?
Both Vang Vieng and Vilnius are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Vilnius for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area. Plenty of visitors come to Vang Vieng because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Vilnius is generally much colder than Vang Vieng. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around 8°C (46°F), and Vang Vieng fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Vang Vieng. Vilnius usually receives less sunshine than Vang Vieng during autumn. Vilnius gets 94 hours of sunny skies, while Vang Vieng receives 222 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Vilnius usually receives less rain than Vang Vieng. Vilnius gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Vang Vieng receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVilnius 8°C (46°F)Vang Vieng 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Vang Vieng in the Winter?
Both Vang Vieng and Vilnius during the winter are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Vilnius in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Vang Vieng year-round.
Vilnius can get quite cold in the winter. Vilnius is much colder than Vang Vieng in the winter. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around -5°C (23°F) in January, and Vang Vieng fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
In Vang Vieng, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than Vang Vieng. Vilnius gets 36 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vang Vieng receives 254 hours of full sun.
Vilnius usually gets less rain in January than Vang Vieng. Vilnius gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Vang Vieng receives 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVilnius -5°C (23°F)Vang Vieng 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Vang Vieng in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Vilnius and Vang Vieng. Most visitors come to Vilnius for the natural beauty during these months. Vang Vieng attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Vilnius is much colder than Vang Vieng. Typically, the spring temperatures in Vilnius in April average around 7°C (45°F), and Vang Vieng averages at about 23°C (73°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vang Vieng this time of the year. Vilnius usually receives less sunshine than Vang Vieng during spring. Vilnius gets 164 hours of sunny skies, while Vang Vieng receives 230 hours of full sun in the spring.
Vang Vieng receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Vilnius usually receives less rain than Vang Vieng. Vilnius gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Vang Vieng receives 188 mm (7.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVilnius 7°C (45°F)Vang Vieng 23°C (73°F)
Typical Weather for Vang Vieng and Vilnius
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (26°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (33°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 188 mm (7.4 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (29°F) | 55 mm (2.2 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.