Most Affordable Asian Countries
1. Vietnam — $15–25/day
Southeast Asia’s best value. Pho for $1.50, banh mi for $1, hostels from $8.
2. Cambodia — $18–30/day
Cheap food and accommodation. Angkor Wat entry ($37/day) offset by low daily costs.
3. Nepal — $20–35/day (excluding trek costs)
Kathmandu is very affordable. Trekking adds guide and permit fees.
4. Laos — $20–30/day
Cheapest Southeast Asian country category-for-category.
5. India — $20–40/day
Highly variable by region and style. Budget India is extremely cheap.
6. Indonesia/Bali — $20–40/day
Tourist infrastructure pushes prices above Vietnam/Cambodia but still excellent value.
7. Thailand — $25–45/day
Slightly more expensive than Vietnam but still outstanding value for quality received.
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Most Expensive in Asia
| Country | Budget Daily | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $80–150 | Expensive by any standard |
| Japan | $60–100 | Cheaper than reputation suggests |
| Hong Kong | $70–120 | Expensive |
| South Korea | $50–90 | Mid-range for Asia |
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