Cost breakdown · Backpacker · 3 days
What a 3-day backpacker trip to Ho Chi Minh City actually costs.
For two travelers from Amsterdam to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Hostels, street food, public transport, and the cheapest signature experience that's still worth it.
All-in for two
€1,409
≈ €705 per person · includes a 15% buffer for unknowns
Where the money goes
Round-trip flights 2 × €550 (AMS → destination) | €1,100 |
Hotel 3 nights · €10/night | €30 |
Food & drink 3 days · 2 people · €8/person/day | €48 |
1 signature activity 2 × €15 × 1 | €30 |
Local transit 3 days · 2 people · ~€2/person/day | €12 |
Airport transfers Round-trip · arrival + departure | €5 |
| Subtotal | €1,225 |
| Buffer (15%)For unknowns — taxis, drinks, that one souvenir | €184 |
| All-in total | €1,409 |
How we got these numbers
All figures come from the curated TravelM8 pricing table — editorial estimates cross-referenced from official tourism boards, public OTA listings (Booking, Hostelworld, Skyscanner, GetYourGuide), and recent traveler reports. Not live quotes. Real prices for your specific dates may swing ±15–20%. Last reviewed: 2026-04-26. Full methodology →
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