12 Best Cheap Solo Travel Destinations

Looking for the best cheap solo travel destinations to spend your holidays? Which countries are offering more value at lower prices? Where can you travel and enjoy high-standard destinations at a low-cost price in 2023?

In this blog, we have explored the beautiful and best cheap solo travel destinations of this year.

1. Laos

Laos Laos City Laos Republic

Laos is one of the best cheap solo travel destinations in the world. Here you just need $30/day even though the prices of hotels and accommodation are slightly higher due to peak season.

There are many things to do in Laos such as you can enjoy the attractive view of waterfalls, tubing experience along the river, and tiger balm massage for just $16.

Accommodation: $5 to $10 per night.

Transportation: $6 to $15 per day for the motorbike (prices may vary on the condition of the bike).

Meals: $3 to $9 per day.

2. Vietnam

Vietnam

Vietnam is one of the healthiest and cheapest countries you can visit in your holidays. Despite its beauty, the street food is really delicious.

You can try rice with soup, broth, noodles, cilantro, and a whole shank of port for just $1.50. Here you can enjoy the spectacular views of deep forests, exotic beaches and serene waters.

Accommodation: $5 to $10 per night.

Transportation: $8 to $15 for a motorbike

Meals: $5 to $12 per day.

3. Thailand

Thailand Tourism

Looking for the perfect and budget-friendly places to visit in these holidays? Add Thailand to your bucket list. You can visit the North side to stay within your budget and explore the stunning places of Thailand.

There are many popular places on the north side you can add to your list such as Pai, and Chiang Mai. Here you can easily find rooms for just $7 or less.

Accommodation: $5 to $10 per night.

Transportation: $6 to $10 for a motorbike

Meals: $5 to $15 per day.

4. Turkey

Istanbul City Turquia Estambul

Turkey is one of the best cheap solo travel destinations with a lot of amazing attractions. This country is not too expensive and not too cheap. But if you manage your budget wisely, you can easily enjoy a tour of Turkey in your holidays.

You can start from one of the historic cities of Istanbul and explore many other destinations such as buzzing bazaars, cave cities, Roman ruins, and Mediterranean beaches.

Backpacker Budget: $35 per day

Mid-range Budget: $55 per day

Best time to Go: April – October

5. Colombia

Colombia is a colorful travel destination

Colombia is a colorful travel destination with a dark past! This is one of the most attractive and affordable countries for tourists.

There are many things to explore including the Amazon Rain forest, the Atlantic coast, and the Andes mountain range. Colombia is also filled with one of the best diving sites and stunning beaches. Here you can take a room on rent as well as a luxurious villa depending on your budget.

Accommodation: $8 to $12 per night.

Transportation: $1 to $3 for a motorbike

Meals: $10 to $15 per day.

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6. Albania

Ksamil Beach Saranda

Albania is one of the most beautiful and gorgeous travel destinations. This destination is famous for its well-preserved Ottoman-era, unspoiled coastline, quirky capital, and impressive Alps.

If you are a history lover, then add this place to your bucket list because Albania is filled with a fascinating history. Moreover, while exploring the top attractions of this country, you don’t need to worry about the budget and all.

You can easily find a room in a hotel at $10 to $25 which is quite affordable.

Backpacker Budget: $25 per day

Mid-range Budget: $50 per day

Best time to Go: April to October

7. Mexico

Mexico City Ciudad Mexico

Mexico is one of the budget-friendly destinations that offers endless adventures. This beautiful country is rich in nature, culture, and local food. Though this country is not able to maintain a good reputation due to safety issues in many areas.

But still, there are many safe places to visit in Mexico such as Sorin Colac, Alfonso, and many more. In Mexico, you can visit at least 5 stunning places for just $20 which is amazing.

Accommodation: $10 to $17 per night.

Transportation: $3 to $5 for a motorbike

Meals: $8 to $15 per day.

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8. Argentina

Country Argentina is a beautiful country

Argentina is a beautiful country and gained popularity in this FIFA world cup. Despite its economic crises, Argentina is the best economic place to visit on this holiday. Here you can explore the stunning waterfalls, rich culture, delicious street food, and many more.

You can also visit the cities like Buenos, and Cordoba to explore the culture and history of this country.

Backpacker Budget: $30 per day

Mid-range Budget: $50 per day

Best time to Go: February to October

9. Nepal

Nepal is considered as one of the cheapest countries in the world.

Nepal is considered as one of the cheapest countries in the world. Here you can easily find accommodation, delicious food, and transport for just a few dollars.

We all know that Nepal doesn’t have a good reputation but there are many amazing places you can visit such as Rare Lake, Panch Pokhari, and Phewa Lake.

Accommodation: $10 to $17 per night.

Transportation: $3 to $5 for a motorbike

Meals: $8 to $15 per day.

Read Also: The Top 10 Exotic Destinations You Need To Visit In Asia

10. Indonesia

Bali Indonesia Bali Travel Bali Tourism Diah Bali

Indonesia is one of the best cheap travel destinations you can visit in your holidays. In Indonesia, you need to manage things accordingly because sometimes you have to pay more for transportation and other expenses.

The price of hotels is also slightly up in the peak season so try to confirm bookings before leaving your home. Despite all these things, Indonesia is rich in history, culture, and delicious local food.

Accommodation: $7 to $15 per night.

Transportation: $8 to $15 for a motorbike

Meals: $5 to $15 per day.

11. Sri Lanka

Sir Lanka Sri Lanka Tourism Elephant Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is also struggling with the economic crisis and you can easily visit this country at affordable prices. There are many things to explore such as safaris, food, culture, and many other things.

There are also expensive activities but you don’t need to participate in those activities. You can use taxis, and Uber as transport because these are the cheaper transport options.

Accommodation: $8 to $15 per night.

Transportation: $15 to $20 for a motorbike

Meals: $5 to $10 per day.

12. Philippines

El Nido Palawan Palawan Island El Nido, Palawan, Philippines Filipinas

The Philippines is one of the most expensive and costly countries because of accommodation, and meals. But if you are tight on budget and want to explore this beautiful country, then you have to wait till shoulder season. Because the price of accommodation and other things goes down as compared to peak season.

There are many places to explore in the shoulder season such as beautiful dive sites, attractive islands, and, many more attractions.

Accommodation: $7 to $20 per night.

Transportation: $10 to $15 for a motorbike

Meals: $5 to $15 per day.

Ending Note

There is no need to worry if you have a low budget, you can still have many options for the best cheap travel destinations you can visit in your holidays.

You can still explore islands, beaches, forests, wildlife, and many more places at an affordable price.


Ferona Jose

Ferona Jose is a passionate travel writer and blogger at Travelistia. She has traveled throughout Europe, Asia and the Americas. Her writing focuses on cheap travel destinations, travel experiences, cultural insights, and travel hacks.

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