Is Mandalay Expensive?

Is Mandalay expensive to visit?

While Mandalay is a popular destination, it is also very affordable and not expensive to visit. The average daily cost is just $15. This is actually one of the main reasons why it's so popular with tourists. When compared to other cities in Asia, many travelers find it to be a very affordable destination. It's in the top 10% of destinations in Asia for its affordability, and our cost analysis found it to be comparable to Luang Prabang and Vang Vieng.

Mandalay, Myanmar

How expensive is Mandalay?

The average cost of traveling to Mandalay can vary widely based on many factors, but our calculations based on previous travlers show that the average daily cost is $15 (U.S. Dollars). Your travel style, accommodation preferences, dining choices, and trip duration can alter your individual budget, as you can find a wide array of accommodation, food, and entertainment options available for your visit. Sticking to mid-range hotels, affordable restaurants, and public transit when available can keep your costs close to this calculated average. See more travel costs for Mandalay here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Mandalay?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a weekend trip to Mandalay will cost around $44 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a weekend trip would cost $88.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Mandalay?

On average, a one week trip to Mandalay costs about $102 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 one week trip costs $204.

Is it expensive to backpack in Mandalay?

Mandalay is a fairly common backpacker destination with more than 7 hostels in the area. Dorm beds in hostels average about $9 per night. (See hostel prices in Mandalay here.) Keep in mind that you'll find a wide range in prices here, too. The most expensive beds are priced around $15 and the cheapest around $6 per night.

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

• $8 for a dorm bed at Ostello Bello Mandalay
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How expensive are sightseeing activities in Mandalay?

Activities and things to do in Mandalay 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 $0 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is less than the country's average of $57.

• Amarapura,Mingun,Sagaing,Innwa Sightseeing Tour: $85
• Day Tour Of Mingun/Sagaing/Amarapura: $75
• Amarapura,Sagaing,Innwa Sightseeing Tour: $75
• U Bein Bridge Sunset Cycling Day Tour from Mandalay: $60
• Mandalay Fullday Sightseeing: $65
• Mandalay Half-Day Sightseeing: $53
• A Little Adventure Village Explore: $17
• Mandalay Half-Day Tour: $45

Is food expensive in Mandalay?

Food in Mandalay 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 less than the country's average of $8. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

• Bicycle Food Tour in Mandalay: $45
• Myanmar traditional cooking class with local: $26
• Bamboo Bike Food Tour: $42

Is transportation expensive in Mandalay?

The prices of local transportation in Mandalay can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $0 on local transportation per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $3. 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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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.