Which place is cheaper, Nha Trang or Varanasi?
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 Varanasi or Nha Trang?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Varanasi and Nha Trang can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Varanasi or Nha Trang?
Varanasi
Known to be one of India's holiest cities, many come to Varanasi on a spiritual pilgrimage looking to bathe in the sacred waters of the Ganges River. Dating back to the 11th Century BC, it is also one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Centuries old temples make up the backdrop, as many come and come again to perform their holy rights at the edge of the historic river.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in India, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Vietnam, and The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam.
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Varanasi Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVaranasi $33Nha Trang $48
The average daily cost (per person) in Varanasi is $33, while the average daily cost in Nha Trang is $48. 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 Varanasi and Nha Trang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVaranasi $15Nha Trang $13
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVaranasi $30Nha Trang $26
Compare Hotels in Varanasi and Nha Trang
Looking for a hotel in Varanasi or Nha Trang? 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: Varanasi Hotel Prices and Nha Trang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Varanasi $4.69Nha Trang $13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Varanasi
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Varanasi:
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Tuk Tuk Through Town$0.91
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Rickshaw Ride$0.57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Varanasi
Also for Varanasi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Agra: One-Way Private Transfer to Varanasi: $166
- From Agra: Budget One Way Transfer Agra to Varanasi: $160
- Varanasi hotel to Bodhgaya hotel private transfer: $135
- Private Car Airport Transfer from Hotel in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram: $55
- Private Transfer from Lal Bahadur Shastri (VNS) Airport to Varanasi: $45
- 3-hours Temple hopping with transfers: $35
- Delhi Private Arrival Transfer From New Delhi Airport To Hotel In Delhi: $34
- Private Departure Transfer from Varanasi Hotel to Airport: $28
- Varanasi - Arrival transfer from airport to hotel: $24
- Varanasi Hotels to Varanasi Airport drop: Private Transfers: $23
- Varanasi Airport to Varanasi Hotels drop: Private Transfers: $23
- Varanasi Airport Transfer: $14
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:
- Try find your better than us! Airport transfer service in Cam Ranh APT-HTL (CXR): $14
- Private transfer from Nha Trang to Mui Ne by car 7 seater: $99
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang Train Station to/from Hotel in Nha Trang: $17
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang City Center to Tuy Hoa City Center: $127
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang City Center to Da Lat City Center: $114
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang City Center to Cau Da/Vinpearl Port: $17
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang Airport to/from City Center Hotels: $20
- Private Transfer: Cam Ranh Airport - Nha Trang outskirt: $20
- Private Transfer from or to Cam Ranh Airport and Nha Trang City: $20
- Private Transfer from Nha Trang to Lien Khuong (DLI) Airport: $116
- Private Transfer from Nha Trang city to Nha Trang Cruise Port: $69
- Private Transfer from Nha Trang Port to Nha Trang Airport (CXR): $25
Is it cheaper to fly into Varanasi or Nha Trang?
Prices for flights to both Nha Trang and Varanasi 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 dayVaranasi $12Nha Trang $25
Typical Food Prices in Varanasi
For Varanasi, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner In Town$3.92
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Varanasi
For Varanasi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tests of Best Varanasi Local Food Tour With Tourist Guide: $17
- 3-hour street food tour: $33
- Cooking Class with Sona: $42
- Private Food Tour with Ganga Aarti Ceremony: $42
- Ultimate 2 Days in Varanasi - Fully Guided Tour - Rooftop Dinner on Ganges: $121
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.Varanasi $9.96Nha Trang $9.03
Typical Entertainment Prices in Varanasi
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Varanasi's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Boat Ride$0.79
Tours and Activities in Varanasi
For Varanasi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Varanasi Experience 01 Night -02 Days Tour: $85
- 03 Day Spiritual Tour: Kashi Vishwanath,Ganga Aarti Sarnath”: $289
- 08 Hours : Private - Full Day City Tour Of Delhi : $53
- 08 Hours : Private Full Day City Tour of Jaipur : $90
- 11 - Hours Agra Tour: Sunrise and Sunset of Taj Mahal from Delhi.: $100
- 2 Day Private Bodhgaya Tour From Varanasi: $189
- 2 Day Private Mystical Varanasi Tour: $46
- 2 Day Varanasi Day Tour with Boating and English Speaking Guide: $300
- 2 Days Varanasi tour package for first timers: $150
- 3 Days Admirable Tour in Varanasi with private tour guided: $104
- 3 Days Private Enchanting Varanasi Tour: $109
- 3 Days Private Varanasi Tour Package: $172
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.
- Day Cruise Exploring Nha Trang Bay｜Nha Trang: $98
- I-Resort Hot Springs and Spa Packages Ticket Nha Trang: $14
- NHATRANG Adventure & Country Tour by Vintage JEEP/Modern SUV: $75
- Nha Trang 3 Island Private Tour: $47
- Nha Trang Beach Tour by Bus and Water: $93
- 2 Day Car Tour Excursion Dalat and Mui Ne (Minimum 4 guest): $170
- 2 Day Motorbike Adventure from Nha Trang to Da Lat: $159
- 2 Days Daklak Highland Tour From Nha Trang Included Hotel And Meals: $295
- 2 Days Private Guided Tour to Mui Ne from Nha Trang Included Lunch: $195
- 3 Hour Pedicab City Tour Nha Trang: $75
- 3 Islands Tour of Nha Trang: $55
- 3-Day Motorbike Adventure from Nha Trang to Da Lat - Easy Rider: $241
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVaranasi $7.45Nha Trang $18
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Varanasi and Nha Trang, we can see that Nha Trang is more expensive. And not only is Varanasi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Varanasi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Varanasi 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 Varanasi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Varanasi Expensive? and Is Nha Trang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Varanasi or Nha Trang?
Varanasi has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Nha Trang. When comparing the sizes of Varanasi and Nha Trang, 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.