Is Myanmar Expensive?

Is Myanmar expensive to visit?

Myanmar is known as both a well-liked and budget-friendly destination. When compared to the rest of Asia, it is a moderately priced country. It places in the top 50% of countries in Asia for its travel costs. This puts it on par with destinations such as Pakistan and Indonesia.

Myanmar has popular destinations that attract plenty of visitors. One of the most expensive places to visit is Yangon. For more affordability, you can visit Mandalay.

Bagan, Myanmar

How expensive is Myanmar?

Travelers spend an average of $55 per day when visiting Myanmar (U.S. Dollars). This is according to our calculations which come from the expenses of previous visitors. While this is an average cost, prices can vary by travel style, the length of your trip, and other factors. However, you can keep close to this average, or even travel cheaper if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and take public transportation when possible. See more travel costs for Myanmar here.

How expensive is a one week trip to Myanmar?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a one week trip to Myanmar will cost around $386 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a one week trip would cost $773.

How expensive is a two week trip to Myanmar?

On average, a two week trip to Myanmar costs about $773 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a two week trip costs $1,545.

How expensive is a month long trip to Myanmar?

A one month trip to Myanmar costs about $1,656 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 one month trip costs $3,311.

Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar

Is it expensive to backpack in Myanmar?

A limited number of hostels are found around Myanmar, so it's common for backpackers to struggle to find affordable accommodation that is also social and fun. Typically, the average price for a hostel here is $9 per night for a bed in a dorm. Mandalay are where you'll find the most number of hostels. If you're looking for the cheapest location on average, check out Mandalay where the average hostel price is [HOSTELS_CHEAPEST_1_PRICE] per night. On the other hand, Mandalay has the highest hostel prices with an average of [HOSTELS_EXPENSIVE_1_PRICE] per night.

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Myanmar.

• $8 for a dorm bed at Ostello Bello Mandalay in Mandalay
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• $8 for a dorm bed at HOOD Hostel in Yangon
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• $7 for a dorm bed at Ostello Bello Bagan Pool in Bagan
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How expensive are sightseeing activities in Myanmar?

In Myanmar, the cost of activities and things to do can vary by the type of activity, its length, and the location. To provide an estimate of what to expect during your visit, below are several popular activities that are common in the country. On average, previous travelers have spent around $57 per day on sightseeing and entertainment.

• One Bagan Sightseeing Tour: $45
• Old Bagan Sightseeing Tour: $43
• 3Days Less Touristic Way Trekking from Kalaw To Inle: $170
• Walking Tour in Downtown Yangon: $25
• Private Full-day Yangon City Tour: $129
• Yangon City One Day Tour with Professional Tour Guide: $80
• Inle Bike, Boat and Kayak Tour: $80
• Best experience out on Beautiful Inle Lake: $80

Is food expensive in Myanmar?

In Myanmar, the cost of food can vary by the type of restaurant and food options available. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible. On average, previous travelers have spent around $8 per day on food, per person.

• Bicycle Food Tour in Mandalay: $45
• Cooking class in the down town of Yangon, half day tour (07:30 AM - 12:30 PM): $65
• Morning Yangon Food Tour: $24
• Yangon Street Food Tours: $28
• Yangon Evening Food Tour and trishaw ride: $26
• Yangon morning food tour with train ride : $27

Mandalay, Myanmar

Is transportation expensive in Myanmar?

Local transportation in Myanmar can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $3 on local transportation per person per day. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

Expenses for intercity transportation within Myanmar can vary based on the type of transportation used and the distance traveled. On average, previous travelers have spent $19 per person per day for intercity transit. To save money, it's advisable to choose long-distance buses or trains over air travel. This is generally a more cost-effective choice despite the potential increase in travel time.

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.