10 DESTINATIONS WHERE YOU CAN travel FOR UNDER $30 per day

Updated: 02/03/2020 | 3 فبراير 2020

We all want to take that vacation, occupation break, or gap year trip. No matter what kind of trip you want to take, chances are you are going to encounter one of the largest obstacles when it pertains to travel: money.

Saving money to travel can be an uphill battle, and with so lots of expensive destinations out there it can often feel impossible.

Even if you’re fortunate enough to find a cheap flight, the daily cost of living in a new country can often be prohibitive.

Fortunately, there are still plenty of amazing places to visit that are still quite affordable.

To help you make the most of your next trip overseasons, here are ten extraordinary places to travel on $30 USD per day — or less!

جدول المحتويات

Thailand

Bali

اليونان

Central America

Budapest

بيرو

Bulgaria

Vietnam

الهند

Madagascar

10 Destinations Under $30 Per Day

1. Thailand

Despite being a hugely popular vacationer destination, Thailand as a whole has remained relatively cheap.

Outside of a few of the popular vacationer islands, it’s easy to live on less than $30 USD per day. budget rooms cost $6-10 USD per night, you can eat on less than $5 USD per day, drinks are about $2 USD, and sightseeing activities cost around $10 USD.

To live on $30 USD a day, stay in guesthouses, eat the delicious local food, avoid lots of expensive drinks, and take local transportation.

But even when I splurge here, I still barely break $30 USD per day. a lot of of the time I spend around $20-25 USD per day. This is a country where drinks cost a lot more than food, so as long as you go light on drinks, you’ll find Thailand quite inexpensive.

For a lot more information, check out our guide to checking out Thailand!

2. Bali

Even more affordable than Thailand, Bali is a great destination for those seeking to avoid spending a lot. In the south, especially around Kuta, you’ll find a lot more rooms for $1,000 USD per night than any other place in the world.

However, ideal next to them are rooms for less than $10 USD a night. though flights are long and expensive, the island itself is amazingly cheap. a lot of local meals cost $2 USD while “Western” dishes are about $5 USD. activities such as snorkeling tend to cost no a lot more than $10 USD.

Moreover, once you leave the touristy southern part of the island and go inland, everything gets even cheaper.

For a lot more information, check out our guide to checking out Bali!

3. Greece

Even before Greece nearly went bankrupt, the country was a bargain. Now, it’s even cheaper.

I was shocked at how cheap it was. Gyros cost around less than $5 USD, you can get a huge lamb dinner for $10-15 USD, drinks choose under $5 USD, and single rooms can be found for under $20 USD.

An expensive night for me in Greece was $55 USD and that included an evening of drinks. Yes, if you’re island-hopping during the height summer months you’ll need closer to $45-50 USD per day. but if you goal for the carry season (or stick to the less-touristy islands) and travel slow, you’ll be able to cut your costs significantly.

If you want to take pleasure in Europe on a budget, visit Greece.

For a lot more information, check out our guide to checking out Greece!

4. central America

Most of central America is pretty cheap, and you can travel on less than $30 a day.

Of course, you’ll need to exclude Belize, Costa Rica, and Panama, as they are a lot more expensive (about $35-40 USD per day!).

But throughout the other countries in central America (El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Guatemala), you will find a lot of budget hotels for around $10 USD per night, meals for $3 USD, a lot of bus journeys for the same price, and beer less than a dollar.

In the central part of central America, if you are spending a lot more than $30 USD per day, you’re living large!

For a lot more information, check out our guide to checking out central America!

5. Budapest

I love Budapest. It’s a beautiful, historic city.

And it’s cheap.

It was a warm welcome coming from expensive Western Europe. Hostels in Budapest start at $10 USD per night, and private rooms were double that. meals at the markets or at the plethora of kebab and sandwich shops are around $3-5 USD. Trains and buses were just a few dollars.

Unless you are going out for a big night of drinking or paying for lots of attractions and activities, $30 USD will give you plenty of room to take pleasure in the sites and sounds of Budapest. Budapest is a great alternative to a lot more popular destinations like Prague or Vienna.

For a lot more information, check out our guide to checking out Budapest!

6. Peru

Home to the epic wonder of the World, Machu Picchu, Peru is one of the most popular countries in South America.

While hiking the Inca trail will absolutely burst your budget, everyday life in Peru is quite affordable. Hostels can be found for as little as $6USD while street found is available for $1-2 USD.

Unless you’re going to do tons of activities, it will be easy here to take pleasure in Peru well under $30 USD per day.

For a lot more information, check out our guide to checking out Peru!

7. Bulgaria

While often overlooked, Bulgaria is actually one of my favorite countries in all of Europe.

Because the country is under the radar, you’ll find no crowds and affordable prices. Hostels are only $12 USD per night and there are plenty of ruins, beaches, and a great mix of Turkish and European culture.

If you’re traveling Europe and need to leave the Schengen, Bulgaria is a great place to spend some time!

For a lot more information, check out our guide to checking out Bulgaria!

8. Vietnam

While I didn’t love my time in Vietnam, there are tons of travelers who find the country as fun and welcoming as Thailand. best of all? It’s one of the least expensive countries in Southeast Asia!

If you’re on a backpacker budget you can take pleasure in a day in Vietnam for as little as $10 USD per day. Hostels can be found for as little as $3 USD, with lots of including complimentary breakfast and complimentary beer (during limited hours). street food can be found for under $1 USD, and buses around the country are exceptionally cheap.

For $30 USD a day, you can live here like a king.

For a lot more information, check out our guide to checking out Vietnam!

9. India

No budget travel list would be complete without India. While I’ve never been (yet!), I know plenty of travelers who have and they rave about the budget-friendly foods and accommoation.

Hostels and guesthouses here are as little as $2 USD, while delicious food can be had for under $1 USD. If you’re a foodie on a budget, India must absolutely rank high on your list.

If you’re seeking to get some value for your dollar, this is a great destination to splurge in. $30 USD a day here will get you a nicer hotel, allow you to take taxis to get around, and keep you stuffed with as much delicious food as you can eat!

For a lot more information, check out our guide to checking out India!

10. Madagascar

While getting here might not be exceptionally cheap, once you’re here, daily life in Madagascar is quite affordable.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime destination, one that is frequently found on the’ bucket lists of intrepid travelers — and for good reason! The wildlife here is bountiful and unique, and both the food and accommodation are as cheap as it gets.

Less than 400,000 people visit Madagascar each year, which indicates you won’t have lots of crowds to deal with either. In short, if this magical country isn’t on your list it must be!

For a lot more information, check out our guide to checking out Madagascar!

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There are lots of great destinations in the world that don’t have to cost a fortune. While some of these destinations might be expensive to fly to, once you get there, they are exceptionally affordable.
You may not be able to embrace the luxurious lifestyle you’ll see on social media, but any trip is better than no trip!

By checking out some of these a lot more affordable budget destinations you’ll be able to stretch your budget and make your trip financially attainable.

The only question is: which of these places are you going to visit first?

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Book Your Trip: Logistical ideas and Tricks
Book Your Flight
Find a cheap flight by using Skyscanner. It’s my favorite search engine because it searches web sites and airlines around the globe so you always know no stone is left unturned.

Book Your Accommodation
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لا تنس التأمين على السفر
Travel insurance will secure you against illness, injury, theft, and cancellations. It’s detailed protection in case anything goes wrong. I never go on a trip without it as I’ve had to use it lots of times in the past. شركاتي المفضلة التي تقدم أفضل خدمة وقيمة هي:

SafetyWing (الأفضل للجميع)

Insure My trip (for those over 70)

Medjet (لتغطية الإخلاء الإضافية)

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