Which place is cheaper, David or Nha Trang?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Nha Trang or David?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Nha Trang and David. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Nha Trang or David?
Nha Trang
For the relaxation of a small beach town, plus the energy of a young city, consider Nha Trang, Vietnam. As the most famous seaside town in Vietnam, Nha Trang is certainly livelier than many other beach resort towns. Visiting this part of Vietnam is not for the faint of heart. These people know the meaning of nightlife - and make the night last as long as they can.
David
In the Pacific West of Panama, David is the capital city of Chiriqui province. The city's population of almost 150,000 is among the wealthiest in the country. There is a well established middle class and unemployment remains low in the area. The area has grown rapidly in recent years with growing commercial and banking sectors. The city is well connected to the rest of the country by the Pan American Highway.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Vietnam, The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Panama City, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Panama City.
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Nha Trang Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNha Trang $48David $39
The average daily cost (per person) in Nha Trang is $48, while the average daily cost in David is $39. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Nha Trang and David in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNha Trang $13David $12
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNha Trang $26David $24
Compare Hotels in Nha Trang and David
Looking for a hotel in Nha Trang or David? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Nha Trang Hotel Prices and David Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nha Trang $13David $12
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nha Trang
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Nha Trang:
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Local Bus Ticket$0.11
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Taxi From Airport$14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nha Trang
Also for Nha Trang, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Nha Trang airport transfer : $9.00
- Cam Ranh Airport Transfer to Nha Trang City : $14
- Try find your better than us! Airport transfer service in Cam Ranh APT-HTL (CXR): $14
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang Train Station to/from Hotel in Nha Trang: $17
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang City Center to Cau Da/Vinpearl Port: $17
- Private Departure Transfer: Nha Trang City Hotels to Cam Ranh Airport: $19
- Nha Trang to Mia Resort - Private Transfer: $20
- Private Transfer: Cam Ranh Airport - Nha Trang outskirt: $20
- Nha Trang to The Anam Resort - Private Transfer: $20
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang Airport to/from City Center Hotels: $20
- Nha Trang to Swandor Resort - Private Transfer: $20
- Nha Trang to Golden Peak Resort - Private Transfer: $20
Is it cheaper to fly into Nha Trang or David?
Prices for flights to both David and Nha Trang change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayNha Trang $25David $17
Typical Food Prices in Nha Trang
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Nha Trang:
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$5.31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nha Trang
For Nha Trang, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Nha Trang Private Authentic Sunset River Cruise for a nice dinner: $78
- Nha Trang Special Sunset River Cruise for sightseeing and nice dinner: $82
- Nha Trang Sunset Cocktails and Dinner Cruise: $90
- Nha Trang Sunset Cocktails and Dinner Cruise: $90
- Private Half-Day Cooking Class in Nha Trang with Pick Up: $97
- Nha Trang Sunset and Dinner on Cruise: $180
- Nha Trang Romantic dinner in a rice paddy field night tour: $231
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nha Trang $9.03David $4.37
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nha Trang
For Nha Trang, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Po Ngar Cham Entrance (for Two)$1.21
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Two Rental Lounge Chairs on Beach$2.65
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Vinpearl Land Amusement Park$17
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Fairy Spring Waterfall Entrance$0.38
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Thap Ba Mud Bath$3.79
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Cyclo Tour of City (One Day)$9.48
Tours and Activities in Nha Trang
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Nha Trang.
- I Resort Nha Trang Mud Bath Experience: $7.65
- I-Resort Hot Springs and Spa Packages Ticket Nha Trang: $14
- Vietnam: Life Puppets Show for Đó Theatre Ticket: $15
- Nha Trang Island Hopping Tour Snorkeling and Floating Party : $23
- Private Car 4s / 7s in Nha Trang Airport or City tour: $25
- Nha Trang Snorkeling Tour-Vuongland Travel: $25
- Experience Nha Trang Stand-up Paddleboard Sunset Tour: $29
- Amazing Snorkeling at Mun Island ( Group Tour ): $29
- Nha Trang Street Food and Culture Tour By Scooter: $32
- Experience Island Hopping Tour, Snorkeling & Floating Party : $33
- Nha Trang Snorkeling Island Adventure with BBQ and Floating Bar: $35
- Exploring Nha Trang City Half Day Tour: $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNha Trang $18David -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nha Trang and David, we can see that Nha Trang is more expensive. And not only is David much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nha Trang is in Asia and David is in Central America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to David would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in David and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Nha Trang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nha Trang than you might in David.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nha Trang Expensive? and Is David Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nha Trang or David?
Nha Trang has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of David. When comparing the sizes of Nha Trang and David, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.