20 Cheap Places to Visit in 2023

20 Cheap Places to Visit in 2023

Where can you travel to in 2023 that will allow you to enjoy a higher standard of accommodation at the lowest prices, and at the same time save more money?

Here are 20 places in the world that offer the essentials (accommodation, transportation, and food) for less. Flights can be expensive depending on your departure location, but once you arrive, domestic travel is inexpensive in this places:

1. Vietnam
2. Laos
3. Cambodia
4. Thailand
5. Indonesia
6. Malaysia
7. Sri Lanka
8. Taiwan
9. Kyrgyzstan
10. Nepal
11. Poland
12. Croatia
13. Ukraine
14. Georgia
15. Mexico
16. Czech Republic
17. Columbia
18. Bolivia
19. Greece
20. Romania

Vietnam

Vietnam is a suitable choice for backpackers touring Southeast Asia because of its low costs. Hence, sticking to a budget in Vietnam will sum up to $20USD a day, which makes Vietnam one of the cheapest place to visit.

Laos

Laos is in Southeast Asia with stunning natural scenery and monasteries. Inter-city transportation is inexpensive, and dorms can cost between $10 and $15 per night. There are lots of amazing activities you can do in Laos at a cheaper price.

Cambodia

Cambodia is a Southeast Asian country. In this country, no matter where you go, you will notice a very low pricing in the cost of product and services and can live on a daily budget of USD$30 or less. Hotels are very basic but can be very cheap, the same goes for foods.

Thailand

The north of Thailand is best for a lesser budget, but as one moves to south, costs for accommodation begins to double or even quadruple. In popular places like Chiang Mai and Pai, you can easily find basic hotels for $30 or less if you stay up north. Long-distance buses, railroads, and low-price airplanes are also possibilities for inexpensive inter-city travel.

Indonesia

You should plan to spend around $47 a day on your vacation in Indonesia. Transportation in Indonesia can be really cheap, or can be quite expensive, but taking a local transportation is cheaper but if you travel intercity using private boats, this will be more costly. On the other hand, food and drinks are low-price throughout the country.

Malaysia

A journey to Malaysia won’t cost much but total spend for a day could cost about $35. A double room in an hotel will cost about $15 USD per night and accommodation for an hostel is about $5 – $15 per night, while meals at restaurants can be about $5 USD per person. Malaysia is one of the most economically developed southeast Asian country.

Sri Lanka

Unlike other countries, Sri Lanka can be included on a backpacker budget. Sri Lanka visit can cost you close to $30 per day on the days you decide not to pay for expensive activities. Food, transport, accommodation, and Internet service are relatively cheap.

Taiwan

Taiwan is a country in Asia, and it’s accommodation and services are very cheap and affordable – Foods in Taiwan is ridiculously cheap and tasty, If you are a foodie, then this budget destination Taiwan, is a top choice for you.

You can also register for their city bikes, which cost less than $0.50 USD per hour a ride and usually free for the first 30 minutes (In cities like Taipei and Tainan) which probably means you without spending on transportation at all.

Kyrgyzstan

For most travelers interested in trying out central Asia, then Kyrgyzstan is a good choice for well-suited travelers on low budgets. Food is cheap here, public transportation are probably the cheapest aspect of traveling in Kyrgyzstan.

As for accommodation, you can find hostels in major places, and local home stay in more places for not more than $10. You can end up spending not more than $25 per day.

Nepal

Nepal is definitely a perfect destination if you’re traveling on a limited budget. Accommodation is in general very cheap. There are enough hostels, dorms and guest houses. Food and drinks are affordable and low-price too. Public transports are well organized and cheap too.

THE AMERICAS

Poland

Poland is described to be one of the most affordable countries in the European Union, mostly for guests visiting from the United States.

Explore the country and possibly, go beyond Krakow and Warsaw and enjoy other smaller towns like Gdansk, Wroclaw, and Zakopane, which are all stunning and possibly even cheaper to travel into.

Croatia

The necessary expenses including accommodation, transportation and food all comes with an affordable price tag. A visa is not required for citizens of the US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. You can explore Croatia in all its glory for as little as 35 to 50 dollars a day

Ukraine

Ukraine ranks as the most affordable country in Europe; located in the eastern part of Europe. You can travel in Ukraine on a backpacker budget for about $20-25USD per day. Ukraine is affordable, depending on how your budget looks like.

Georgia

Georgia is another southeastern Europe destination that’s absolutely beautiful and affordable. And also, they provide quality hostels at a reasonable price tag, a meal at a local restaurant for $3, and a minibus ride for less than $1 are just few of the low-price expenses Georgia can offer to its visitors.

Mexico

Mexico is one of the popular destinations for travelers and also one of the cheapest places to experience. It’s easy to travel in Mexico on a budget. For less than $20 per day.

Czech Republic

Czech Republic is probably the cheapest country in central Europe due to its Soviet historic route which restrained economic development for many decades now.

A daily lower budget can be for as low as 900 CZK if you stay at hostels, eat street foods and use public transport. But, If you go for a private accommodation, eating at average restaurants can be for not more than 2500 CZK a day

Columbia

Colombia is fast becoming a popular affordable destination. It’s easy to travel in Colombia on an average budget for accommodation, transportation and food for $35 per day, meals for $10 – $15 per day.

Accommodation for $8 – $12 per night in a hostel and transportation fee of $1 – $3 for a full day of bus rides.

Bolivia

Bolivia is one of the cheapest countries to visit in South America, Bolivia is a good option among backpackers and budget travelers. You can survive here with not more than $30 per day

Street food is extremely inexpensive, hostels and guest houses are more affordable and cheaper in the country.

Nicaragua

Nicaragua is one of the cheapest Central American destinations to travel. For now, the country remains affordable before mass tourism hits (Where lots of tourist comes and accommodations and other things becomes more costly).

So paying your way down to Nicaragua with a lower budget is best after the mass tourism season. You can spend upto $35 per day for your essentials.

Guatemala

If you have a Central American adventure on a budget, then check out Guatemala. Local foods are cheap at about $3 for a full meal except in Antigua, where price tags are actually close to US levels. Local transportation can be very cheap as well. You can spend upto $38 per day for your essentials example, accommodations, transportation and foods.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Can I Travel With a Very Low Budget?

Traveling with a low budget is easy depending on the location you intend to travel to and the information you have at your disposal.

Where is the Least Expensive Place For vacation?

Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia are the cheapest places to visit if you are on a vacation.

Conclusion

Visiting one of the above countries as an individual or with friends and family can still be cheap for a budget. They are all safe places for tourist and there are lots of attractions in this places to explore. This post has offered a comprehensive guideo onthe 20 cheapest places to visit in 2023.