Cost breakdown · Backpacker · 10 days
What a 10-day backpacker trip to Madrid actually costs.
For two travelers from Amsterdam to Madrid, Spain. Hostels, street food, public transport, and the cheapest signature experience that's still worth it.
All-in for two
€1,357
≈ €679 per person · includes a 15% buffer for unknowns
Where the money goes
Round-trip flights 2 × €80 (AMS → destination) | €160 |
Hotel 10 nights · €30/night | €300 |
Food & drink 10 days · 2 people · €25/person/day | €500 |
3 signature activities 2 × €18 × 3 | €108 |
Local transit 10 days · 2 people · ~€5/person/day | €100 |
Airport transfers Round-trip · arrival + departure | €12 |
| Subtotal | €1,180 |
| Buffer (15%)For unknowns — taxis, drinks, that one souvenir | €177 |
| All-in total | €1,357 |
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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