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The Cheapest Countries Around The World For Backpacking in 2024
Here we have 14 of the most budget-friendly destinations around the world! All it takes is a bit of saving up, some research and away you go! Don’t let money stop you from exploring your world! Of course, you need your airfare so check out Sky Scanner for the cheapest deals.
India
With some of the most impressive sights in the world, impressive religious ceremonies and of course the mecca of Vegetarianism India is one of the countries we are most looking forward to visiting as we pass through Asia. Not only will we finally be able to stand in from of the Taj Mahal but we will be able to do it for a tiny sum!
Accommodation average: 50-1000 Rps Per nightFood average: 30-300 RpsEntrance fees average: 5-750 RpsLocal Transport: 70
100 Rupees = £1 / $1.49
Our Favourite Backpacks
Osprey Fairpoint/ Fairview
We’ve used the Osprey Fairpoint/ Fairview for all our backpacking adventures over the past 5 years and highly recommend them!
The main area of the pack opens like a suitcase, which is great for using packing cubes to keep everything organised and they even come with a detachable day pack!
Poland
If you are based in Europe then Poland is an amazing opportunity to see a beautiful country full of moving history and stunning architecture for a tiny price. Flight from the UK costs as little as £25 and accommodation is a steal.
We visited in November 2015 and absolutely fell in love with Poland as well as eating out every night and picking up a few bargain buys! Alcohol is also crazily cheap too and the tram an absolute steal! We hardly spent any money in Krakow and had an amazing time!
Accommodation average: PLN 50- 135 per nightFood average: PLN 20- 60Entrance fees average: PLN 5- 20Local Transport: PLN 10
100 Zloty = £16.59 / $25.17
Cambodia
The home of amazing ancient ruins such as Angkor Wat, the stunning Preah Vihear Temple and the emotional Killing Fields. Cambodia is a country still in recovery from its horrific past but one which sparkles with the kindness of its people, the beauty of its landscapes and the serenity of its ancient temples. And it’s right at the top of our bucket list for South East Asia, this backpacker magnet attracts this crowd because of a combination of what it offers and the low price that comes at.
Accommodation average: 15,000 per nightFood average: 19,000Local Transport: 6,500
1000 Cambodian Riel = £0.16 / $0.24
Our Favourite Travel Camera & Lens
Sony A7IV & Sony FE 24-105 f4
The Sony a7IV is the perfect travel camera. Offering incredible image quality, great portability and a varied lens selection.
Our favourite travel lens is the Sony FE 24-105 f4. it’s a great all-rounder, super sharp and a perfect focal range for travel.
Ukraine
The second largest country in Europe and one-time part of the Soviet Union Ukraine is often overlooked and misunderstood. Offering historic cities with a unique blend of architecture and a fascinating look into the past Ukraine is an off-the-beaten-track gem. We visited the western city of Lviv and struggled to spend our money, it is by far the cheapest place we have ever visited, going up the main town hall tower set up back only £0.20 and a can of the red bull only £0.10…crazy when it cost sometimes as much as £2.00 at home! We also fell in love with the capital city of Kyiv when we revisited.
Accommodation average: 290 per nightFood average: 70Entrance fees average: 10-20Local transport: 10
100 Ukrainian Hryvnia = £2.80 / $4.28
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Slovakia
Despite being within the Eurozone Slovakia has still somehow managed to stay out of the financial crisis of the rest of Europe and keep their prices low! We headed over to the capital city of Bratislava this year to experience the charming and contrasting nature of the architecture, history and culture. Set only an hour away from Vienna this is also a great way to take the trip over to what is an expensive place without breaking the bank and also experiencing how wonderful Slovakia is too!
Accommodation average: 28Euros per nightFood average: 10 EurosEntrance fees average: 5-20 EurosLocal Transport: 1-4 Euros
100 Euros = £72 / $109
Vietnam
Again it’s back to South East Asia where you can visit paradise and it will literally cost you hardly anything at all!! It’s no wonder this region is popular with travellers, whether they are backpackers or luxury tourists their money goes further and they get to see some stunning places such as Ha Long Bay, the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City or one of the most important archaeological sites in the region, the temple of My Son!
Accommodation average: 154,081.01per nightFood average: 83,885.56Local Transport: 38,803.83
100,000 Vietnamese Dong = £2.93 / $4.45
Hungary
Another place we visited in 2014 and fell in love with, the capital of Budapest has to be one of the most beautiful places we have ever seen, not only that but Budapest has a refreshingly understated attitude that other such cities lack. It has a bohemian edge alongside its old-world charms which come together to make a unique and intriguing city. It’s also a great bargain when other like cities such as Paris, Rome and Vienna and expensive and crowded, Budapest is humble and affordable.
Accommodation average: 5,041.54 per nightFood average: 2,040.14Local Transport: 950.24
1000 Hungarian Forint = £2.27 / $3.40
Bulgaria
Another in Eastern Europe…are you seeing a trend here! And also one that we will be visiting in 2016 with much anticipation. From the capital of Sofia with its impressive Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, to the striking and historic Eastern Orthodox Rila Monastery or the miles and miles of stunning beaches along its black sea coast and the mountainous regions famed for their snow sports…Bulgaria has something for everyone as well as being affordable for all too!
Accommodation average: 21.29 per nightFood average: 8.38Local Transport: 5.57
100 Lev = £36.90 / $55.95
Safety Wing Travel Insurance
The Best Insurance for Nomads
No one likes buying insurance, but equally everyone hates skyhigh medical bills! Get yourself covered so you can enjoy your trip worry free!
Here at The Roaming Renegades we love Safetywing Insurance because it’s designed for nomads, you can buy it when you’re already abroad and it’s kickass!
Click the button below to get a quote on your insurance provided by Safetywing.
Turkey
A country both of us are very familiar with, Shorty having visited almost every summer when he was growing up and subsequently somewhere in which we have quite a few friends. Turkey is also somewhere that we plan on touring more extensively in the future as it has a wealth of both natural and historic sights on our bucket list; from the Blue Mosque to Cappadocia, the imposing saklikent gorge and the beautiful salt pools of Pamukkale.
Accommodation average: 31.90 per nightFood average: 12.43Local Transport: 4.78
100 Turkish Lira = £22.56 / $34.21
Philippines
Again we return to South East Asia for a slice of Paradise. The Philippines is fast becoming the hottest backpacking destination in the world after the fact that it was dirt cheap and yet afforded a wealth of culture, natural sites and of course amazing beaches to explore. I have to admit to being quite naïve of the beauty that is at home in The Philippines despite having an Aunt who comes from there! But it was one of our favourite places we visited during our travels around Southeast Asia, especially taking the ferry from El Nido to Coron.
Accommodation average: 509.58 per night
Food average: 191.95Local Transport: 102.67
100 Philippine Peso = £1.40 / $2.20
Transfer Your Money Abroad Or Grab An International Card
Use Wise For Cheap and Secure Transfers as well as having an international card.
When you’re travelling you tend to need money in all different currencies, especially if you live abroad for a while.
Transferring between currencies and bank accounts in different countries can be expensive. So set up a Wise account for cheap and worry-free transfers.
You can also get a Wise card to use with your account where you can keep money in a whole heap of different currencies and use your card internationally without fees.
Czech Republic
The Czech Republic was the first country I ever visited in Eastern Europe and it really opened my eyes to just how different this region is but also how much I loved those differences. On the university trip, I also fell in love with the gothic character and charm of Prague. Having kept its own currency when many around it have switched to the Euro has kept this picturesque country affordable for any who want to explore all it has to offer!
Accommodation average: 390.00 per nightFood average: 200.97Local Transport: 56.93
100 Czech Koruna = £2.67 / $4.00
Bolivia
Our first foray over to South America on this list but it is to the wonderful country of Bolivia, one which we have dreamt of visiting for many years. This unique country is home to the largest indigenous population in the continent as well as being one of only two landlocked countries in South America. This remote country is also incredibly diverse from its climate and geography to its culture and demographics. The famous salt flats: Salar de Uyuni draw in many visitors per year to gaze at the mirror-like desolate landscape.
Accommodation average: 24.45 per nightFood average: 28.80Local Transport: 5.59
100 Bolivian Boliviano = £9.50 / $14.47
Egypt
Again we press on to yet another continent, Africa! We visited the land of the Pharaohs back in 2010 and were a little unsure of what to expect. It was our first footsteps into Africa and to a country that had always fascinated me. We sailed down the Nile from Luxor to Aswan and witnessed some of the most astounding historical sites we could ever have imagined alongside lush riverside villages, scorching deserts and passionate locals.
Accommodation average: 75.52 per nightFood average: 35.54Local Transport: 19.92
100 Egyptian Pound = £8.40 / $12.77
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Thailand
Well, it only seems fitting to finish on the backpacker’s haven that is Thailand and the place that really sparked our desire to travel in Asia. A staple of the traveller’s route through the region much like many of the other countries on this list it offers an almost unrivalled combination of diverse geography, sights, culture, adventure and paradise at an amazing budget price. For years it has been near the top of our list of places to explore and it didn’t disappoint when we did. In fact, we’ve been back 4 times since! From taking a bike from Chiang Mai to Pai to exploring the craziness of Bangkok and beyond, we love it!
Accommodation average: 348.43 per night
Food average: 148.62
Local Transport: 65.60
100 Thai Baht = £1.80 / $2.77
Safety Wing Travel Insurance
The Best Insurance for Nomads
No one likes buying insurance, but equally everyone hates skyhigh medical bills! Get yourself covered so you can enjoy your trip worry free!
Here at The Roaming Renegades we love Safetywing Insurance because it’s designed for nomads, you can buy it when you’re already abroad and it’s kickass!
Click the button below to get a quote on your insurance provided by Safetywing.
Of course, there are many other places out there that are great for the budget traveller, where else would you recommend?
Our Favourite Gear
Osprey Backpack
These Osprey bags open like a suitcase & we’ve used them for 5+ years. They even have a detachable day pack and are super comfortable and tough.
Camera Bag
The Wandrd Prvke 31 with side access is an awesome camera bag for any trip. It’s even got an expandable separate top section and hidden passport pocket.
Sony a7 IV
The Sony a7 IV is our go to travel camera. It’s a lightweight and portable full frame camera that offers amazing quality and a great range of available lenses.
Sony 24-105mm f4
The Sony 24-105mm f4 is the perfect all round travel lens with a mega useful range. It’s also super sharp and light for its type.
Memory Foam Travel Pillow
This memory foam travel pillow is ideal not only whilst on planes or buses but as an extra pillow in hostels & guest houses.
Dry sacks
Dry sacks are great to use as waterproof organisational bags for inside your backpack. We always put our SSD in one!
Dry Bag
A heavier duty Dry Bag is great for boat trips and larger items and can be worn as a stand alone.
Macbook Air
A lightweight but powerful Macbook Air is our go to laptop for all our blogging and photo editing on the road.
iPhone
We also always have our trusty iphones which are great for organising our trip, photography, maps, entertainment and more!
Sony RX100 VII
Our Sony RX100 VII is our go to selfie camera with it’s 1 inch sensor, articulating screen & compact size.
Go Pro 11
A GoPro is a must whilst backpacking. This tough & waterproof action cam can go anywhere with you!
USB Universal Adapter
Grab an all-in-one travel adapter with USB slots so whatever country you’re in you know you can charge your gear.
Portable Battery Pack
Keep your phone, camera and other gear charged on the road with a portable battery pack. Great for night buses.
Trail Shoes
Trail shoes are a great all round travel shoe for comfort whilst on a city break or hiking.
Waterproof Jacket
No matter where you’re travelling to a waterproof jacket is a must! Invest in a good one!
Manfrotto Befree Tripod
The super lightweight and easy to use Manfrotto Befree is our go-to travel tripod for photography
We trust the 2TB Sandisk Extreme SSD to back up all our important documents and photos on the road.
Hard Case for SSD
We keep it safe on the road with our trusty YINKE Hard Case for SanDisk Extreme SSD.
Packing Cubes
Packing cubes help keep everything organised in your pack.
Rain Cover
Keep everything even more protected with a rain cover for you backpack!
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