Is Vientiane expensive to visit?
Vientiane is a very affordable travel destination with an average daily cost of $15. Compared to the rest of Asia, it is a very affordable place to visit. It's ranked in the top 10% of cities in Asia for its affordability, comparable to places like Vang Vieng and Jaipur.
Vientiane, Laos
How expensive is Vientiane?
On average, visitors spend about $15 per day when visiting Vientiane (U.S. Dollars). Two travelers together would spend an average of $31 per day. Prices vary dramatically by travel style and length of trip, but if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and use public transportation when possible, you can expect to stay close to this budget. See more travel costs for Vientiane here.
How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Vientiane?
A weekend trip to Vientiane costs about $46 per person on average, based on the previous expenses of other travelers. This includes accommodation, sightseeting activities, transportation, food, and nightlife. For two people, a weekend trip costs $92.
How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Vientiane?
Based on the travel expenses of others, a one week trip to Vientiane costs around $107 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $214.
Is it expensive to backpack in Vientiane?
With more than 10 hostels around town, Vientiane is a very popular backpacker destination. Hostels usually cost around $7 per night. There's a wide range in prices though, with the cheapest beds costing about $4 and the most expensive rooms costing about $17. (See hostel prices in Vientiane here.)
Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Vientiane.
- $5 for a dorm bed at Nana Vientiane Hostel
- $8 for a dorm bed at Barn1920s Hostel
- $7 for a dorm bed at Petit Espace
Are hotels expensive in Vientiane?
Hotel prices in Vientiane are very affordable compared to hotels in other cities. You can expect to spend about $30 per night for a room on average. There are around 2 five star hotels in the city and they average $69 per night. Three star hotels average $30 a night and two star hotels average $23 per night.
Hotels by star rating in Vientiane
| Rating | Number of Hotels | Average Hotel Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5 stars | 2 | $69 |
| 4 stars | 6 | $63 |
| 3 stars | 41 | $30 |
| 2 stars | 26 | $23 |
| 1 star | 1 | $8 |
How expensive are sightseeing activities in Vientiane?
Activities and things to do in Vientiane can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $4 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is more than the country's average of $3.
- Vientiane City Day Tour and Buddha Park Visit with Lunch: $88
- Half-Day Vientiane City Bike Tour: $67
- 2 Days Private Tour in Vientiane and Vang Vieng: $90
- Private Tour: Half-day City Guided Tour of Vientiane: $113
- Vientiane to Vang Vieng Private Tour: $150
- Private Tour: Vientiane City Tour Full Day with Buddha Park: $145
- Private Vientiane Tour - include Buddha Park: $100
- Vientiane Half-Day City Tour: $69
Is food expensive in Vientiane?
Food in Vientiane can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $6 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $6. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.
- Private Evening Food Tour of Laos: $70
Is transportation expensive in Vientiane?
Local transportation in Vientiane can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $2 on local transportation per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $2. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.
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