And now that we're back home and doing our actual accounting, I'd say, yeah it's really doable. Though we exceeded a few dollars more, we're successful in keeping it to a minimum without any regrets.
How I fared with the Indochina backpacking challenge? Just read on and find out! :-)
Also read my INDOCHINA Itinerary
Here's a breakdown of how I spent the budget. Apparently, if I forgo shopping I'd stay on track but that's just not possible for me since bringing home souvenirs and homecoming gifts are traditions and part of the essence of sharing your travels.
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The 100USD Indochina Backpacking Budget is really possible if the budget is really tight and you've set what your priorities are. Food is relatively cheap in Vietnam and you can have a healthy and delicious meal for about a dollar or two. There are a few times we splurge on our meals but prices are still very reasonable and affordable. For tours and transport needs, it's better to avail your hotel's services to avoid getting scammed and end up paying more. We learned our lesson in Vietnam and we already charged it to experience but on a positive note, that episode was really fun. :)
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OUR INDOCHINA ITINERARY
HOW MUCH I SPENT IN MY INDOCHINA TRIP
HOW I SURVIVED 3 NIGHTS IN HO CHI MINH CITY
OUR HO CHI MINH ACCOMMODATION : HONG HAN HOTEL
CROSSING BORDERS : VIETNAM TO CAMBODIA
CAMBODIA : CHARMED BY THE TEMPLES OF ANGKOR (Part1)
CAMBODIA : CHARMED BY THE TEMPLES OF ANGKOR (Part2)
CROSSING BORDERS : CAMBODIA TO THAILAND
SIEM REAP ACCOMMODATION : MOTHERHOME GUESTHOUSE
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Even though you exceeded with your cost target but what you spent was indeed very affordable already at Php 527.67 per person and you were able to visit 3 countries. I'll take note of this budget so I can use it my future travel plans.
ReplyDelete!00USD for each country, which basically is P 4,500 only is not so bad. So your budget for the whole Indochine backpack tour amounted only to P24,000 + airfare. I can go with that, plus airfare promos are always up fro grabs. Only I'm afraid to travel alone.
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