5 Countries You Can Explore for Less Than $30 a Day

Travel Doesn’t Have to Be Expensive: Destinations You Can Explore for Under $30 a Day

One of the biggest myths about travel is that it’s only for the rich. But after exploring over 60 countries, we can confidently say: that’s just not true. Some of our best memories were made while living on less than $30 a day—and not just scraping by, but thriving.

From $1 street food to jaw-dropping hikes and cultural gems, here are the destinations where budget travelers can win big.

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Vietnam

Daily Budget: $20–$30

What We Loved:

$1 bánh mì and fresh spring rolls from street vendors

Renting a motorbike for $5/day and riding through rice paddies in Ninh Binh

Overnight buses between cities that double as a bed and transport
Favorite Spots: Hoi An, Da Nang, Ha Giang loop

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Guatemala

Daily Budget: $25

What We Loved:

Sunrise hike of Acatenango Volcano with a view of erupting Fuego

Swimming in Lake Atitlán after wandering through Mayan villages

$2 tostadas and hearty local meals in markets
Favorite Spots: Antigua, Lake Atitlán, Semuc Champey

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Georgia (The Country)

Daily Budget: $20

What We Loved:

Free-flowing wine in traditional homes

Hiking in the Caucasus Mountains

Homemade khinkali and khachapuri for just a couple of bucks
Favorite Spots: Tbilisi, Kazbegi, Signagi

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Turkey

Daily Budget: $25

What We Loved:

Beach towns like Antalya and Fethiye with turquoise water

Exploring underground cities in Cappadocia

Endless tea and Turkish breakfast spreads
Favorite Spots: Istanbul, Göreme, Kaş

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Indonesia

Daily Budget: $20

What We Loved:

$3 vegan nasi goreng on the beach

Surfing in Canggu and hiking Mount Batur at dawn

Renting a scooter and exploring waterfalls in Bali
Favorite Spots: Bali, Yogyakarta, Lombok

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And Even More Budget-Friendly Gems:

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India

Daily Budget: $15–$25

From sipping chai in the chaos of Delhi to relaxing on the beaches of Goa, India offers mind-blowing variety at ultra-low prices. Overnight trains, thali meals for $2, and temple hopping make for unforgettable—and affordable—travel.

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Morocco

Daily Budget: $20–$30

Explore medinas, camp in the Sahara, or surf in Taghazout. Street food like harira and msemen, and shared taxis make it easy to keep your wallet happy.

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Albania

Daily Budget: $25

The Albanian Riviera offers the Mediterranean charm of Greece or Italy—without the price tag. Hike in the Accursed Mountains or chill in beach towns like Himarë.

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Bolivia

Daily Budget: $25–$30

One of South America’s most budget-friendly countries, Bolivia stuns with the Salt Flats, Lake Titicaca, and La Paz’s wild geography. Meals are $2–3, and transport is cheap.

No trust fund? No problem. With some savvy planning, a bit of local know-how, and a flexible mindset, the world really is yours to explore—without breaking the bank.