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With diverse landscapes from the bustling capital Bangkok, the clear beaches of Phuket to the ancient culture of Chiang Mai, Thailand offers a rich travel experience. However, the question "how much does self-guided travel in Thailand cost?" is always a top concern for travel enthusiasts when planning their trip. See details here.
According to statistics from travel experts, a trip to Thailand typically costs around 9 million to 13 million VND for a 5-day, 4-night itinerary. However, this cost can fluctuate from 4.5 million to 24 million VND depending on your travel style and personal choices.
The cost of self-guided travel in Thailand depends on individual needs
To give you an overview, the total cost for traveling in Thailand for 5N4D will be around 4.5 million – 16 million VND, including all expenses from flight tickets, visa, accommodation, meals, transportation, and shopping.
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Flight tickets are the largest expense in a self-guided trip to Thailand. Ticket prices from Vietnam to Thailand range from 1.2 million to 3 million VND for a round trip.
Vietnamese citizens are exempt from a visa when traveling to Thailand for less than 30 days, which is a significant advantage for saving costs. However, if you wish to stay longer, the current fixed visa fee is 40 USD (approximately 1 million VND).
Vietnamese citizens are exempt from a visa when traveling to Thailand for less than 30 days
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Hotel costs in Thailand vary widely depending on the type and area. The reference cost for 3 nights in Thailand is around 1,500,000 VND - 3,000,000 VND.
Hostel/Guesthouse (200,000 - 400,000 VND/night):
3-star hotels (500,000 - 1,200,000 VND/night):
4-5 star hotels (1,500,000 - 4,000,000 VND/night):
Thailand is famous for its rich cuisine and reasonable food costs. A day of eating in Thailand can cost from 300,000 - 800,000 VND depending on your choices.
Thailand is famous for its rich cuisine and reasonable food costs
Street food (50,000 - 150,000 VND/meal):
Local restaurants (150,000 - 300,000 VND/meal):
High-end restaurant (400,000 - 1,000,000 VND/meal):
Transportation costs in Thailand are quite diverse and depend on the means you choose.
Taxi/Grab (100,000 - 300,000 VND/ride):
Tuk-tuk (50,000 - 150,000 VND/ride):
BTS/MRT in Bangkok (25,000 - 80,000 VND/ride):
Motorbike rental (200,000 - 400,000 VND/day):
Thailand offers countless entertainment activities from temple hopping, island hopping to shopping and nightlife.
Temple visits (50,000 - 200,000 VND/temple):
Island hopping (800,000 - 1,500,000 VND/tour):
Thai massage (200,000 - 600,000 VND/session):
Cooking class (400,000 - 800,000 VND/class):
Thailand has countless free entertainment and sightseeing activities
Although self-guided travel offers many exciting experiences, sometimes planning in detail and handling unexpected situations can be stressful. That's when you need support from experienced travel experts.
NVK Travel understands the needs and desires of each customer. Our experienced staff is ready to advise and design a Thailand travel program that suits your budget and preferences. With a wide network of partners across Thailand and experience serving thousands of customers, NVK Travel is committed to providing you with a safe, economical, and impressive trip to Thailand.
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