The cheapest holiday destinations. The cheapest visa-free countries for holidays

23.09.2019

Scientists claim that good vacation- the main guarantee of health. But what if the financial capabilities are small? Conduct free time in the country? Not necessary. A budget vacation is an absolutely real prospect, even abroad.

Abroad is attractive for our compatriot for several reasons: good service, the opportunity to see the world, profitable shopping, as well as an excellent opportunity to escape from the routine everyday life. Therefore, the last decade, Rousseau tourists have been selflessly exploring foreign countries. Russians have even got their favorite vacation spots in Asia, Europe and Africa.

Before starting any journey, you need to identify its main goal for yourself. In the concept of rest, some include blissful lying on the beach, others do not think of it without sightseeing, and for the third, be sure to serve exotic. Depending on the goals, you need
choose and place.

Most budget vacation abroad, where?
For many years, tours to Turkey, Egypt and Bulgaria have been considered the cheapest. Turkey and Egypt attract the beloved and convenient all inclusive.

Bulgaria has a mild climate and lower prices compared to the rest of Europe. But with the growing popularity among tourists, the cost of recreation in these countries also grows. Therefore, a more budgetary option would be a trip to Croatia, Montenegro, Romania and even to Baltic coast Poland, where you can have a great rest in a good hot summer.

Service, sea and nature here may not be too European, but at the proper level. Attractions for inspection, all sorts of monasteries, castles and picturesque ruins- complete. The cuisine is excellent. Moderately original, but not causing an unforeseen reaction in Slavic stomachs. You can also get to these countries by car.

Greece, Italy and Spain are also cheaper for tourists than the rest of Europe. Especially if you rest a little out of season and not in the most popular tourist centers... Experienced tourists say that prices are a couple of tens of kilometers from resort area an order of magnitude less. That is, if you rent an apartment or a hotel room in a small town on the coast in Spain or Italy, the rest will be much cheaper. By the way, an apartment with several bedrooms and a kitchen always costs less than a room.

In the Asian direction, it is worth paying attention to the resorts in Vietnam and Goa in India. The prices there are so low that if it were not for the expensive, vacation in these countries could be called the most budgetary. However, the flight is guaranteed to eat up a significant amount. Moreover, there are still not so many charters in that direction and the cost of air tickets is still high.

Belonging to the dollar zone and low local prices made the country very attractive for tourism Latin America... Argentina, Peru, Brazil, Cuba boast good ocean beaches, excellent, moderately exotic cuisine, and an interesting distinctive culture. But here, too, you need to make an allowance for the road. It will not come cheap.

How to organize inexpensive vacation Abroad?
There are two main options here: either last-minute deals, or a personal route, search for cheap charter flights and budget accommodation.
Last minute deals are a very good thing, but they have one significant drawback. They are burning for the fact that it will not be possible to plan their purchase in advance. Therefore, you can use two proven methods of catching them.

The first is to track the offers of tour operators in the right direction using Internet resources. True, in this case you need to have a loyal employer who can let you go on vacation at any time. The second method is suitable for large cities, where there are many travel agencies. First you need to pack your bags, and then go on a "hunt" for profitable travel agencies. As a rule, within 2-3 days, some offer at bargain prices appears.

An independent trip is advisable only in European resorts and tourist areas... Knowledge of the language is desirable. Cheap flights can be found on dedicated websites. In border areas, it will be more profitable for buses to get to the Eurozone and fly from there. Accommodation can be found online in advance.

The lowest prices in different directions:
Egypt - from 11,000 rubles.
Greece - from 11,000 rubles.
Turkey - from 14,200 rubles.
Montenegro - from 8120 rubles.
Bulgaria - from 10,150 rubles.
Romania - from 6000 rubles.
Croatia - from 17973 rubles.
Italy - from 15647 rubles.
Spain - from 16,667 rubles.
Argentina - from 264,000 rubles.
Vietnam - from 35407 rubles.

Finding out where you can cheaply relax on the sea in the summer of 2016 both in Ukraine, Russia and abroad. We consider the cost of the flight, accommodation and meals for popular resorts... For convenience and clarity, we compared countries according to a specially developed the index of the cheapness of recreation- The results of these calculations turned out to be very interesting.

About vouchers. Traveling on vacation on your own is usually cheaper and always more interesting, but nevertheless, for some foreign destinations it is sometimes more profitable to buy a package tour - especially when it comes to last minute tours, which sometimes cost even less than a flight.

Criteria and Index

The article was completely updated in February 2016 (prices are new, indices have been recalculated).

In this article, we are considering resorts where you can have an inexpensive vacation at sea for independent travelers. Criteria: cheap flights, cheap hotels and budget meals. In the case of Europe, the flight will be cheap, but room and board are quite expensive, and in the case of Asia, vice versa.

For each resort, we calculate a conditional index, which includes the cost of a round-trip flight from Moscow in the summer months of 2016, visa and accommodation in a double room in inexpensive hotel(10 days) per person - it allows you to roughly calculate how much the rest will cost. It is difficult to calculate the cost of food, travel around the city and other household expenses, since they are individual, therefore they are not included in the index. Departures are considered exclusively from Moscow, since it is from the capital that most of the inexpensive offers and promotions are available, and it is from here that most tourists fly on vacation.

Prices are current at the time of publication of the article - they are indicated in Russian rubles and for convenience are duplicated in US dollars.

Attention: the index is calculated per day of stay for one person on the basis that two are flying on vacation (they live in one double room) for a period of 10 days.

Exchange Rates:$ 1 ≈ 78 rubles.

Also, for the sake of interest, we will indicate the index for 2015 (which was at the rate of $ 1 = 56 rubles), so that you can compare how the cost of rest has changed over the past year.

Russia: inexpensive seaside vacations in 2016

Adler and Sochi

Adler and Sochi are the most obvious solutions where you can have a cheap vacation at sea. Flights from Moscow to Adler are inexpensive - from 5800 rubles. In addition, the low-cost airline Pobeda flies in this direction, from which you can buy even cheaper tickets to these Black Sea resorts from many Russian cities (from 999 rubles one way), but they are quickly sold out.

Accommodation in Sochi can be rented from 1200 rubles ($ 16), in Adler - from 600 rubles ($ 8).

Well, you can eat in Sochi and Adler inexpensively in a variety of canteens.

Index (Adler): 880 rubles ($ 11.5). In 2015 it was: 990 rubles ($ 18).

Index (Sochi): 1,200 rubles (15.5 $). In 2015 it was: 1,200 rubles ($ 22).

Tours to Sochi cost from 11 thousand rubles for two people with a flight from Moscow.

Crimea

Where can you spend an inexpensive vacation on the sea, if not in the Crimea? V summer season- 2016 you can fly from Moscow to Simferopol and back for 8,500 rubles ($ 110), and even cheaper in spring and autumn. From Simferopol airport you can quickly and easily get to any resort in Crimea.

Budget breakfast / lunch / dinner, for example, in Sudak can be 150-200 rubles (first, second, compote, dessert) in the dining room. If you eat in restaurants, the amount will increase to 300 rubles or more per person.

Airbnb in Crimea is no longer working due to sanctions, so look for apartments on Booking.com. Hotels in the same place cost from 600 rubles ($ 8), if you search locally, you can find it cheaper.

Index: 1160 rubles ($ 15). In 2015 it was: 1,100 rubles ($ 19.5).

Tours to Crimea cost from 15 thousand rubles for two people with a flight from Moscow.

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Europe: where to spend an inexpensive vacation at sea abroad

Italy, Bari

Another country where you can have an inexpensive vacation at sea in the summer of 2016 is Italy. To get a budget vacation, we advise you to fly from Moscow to the main cities of Italy - Rome, Milan and Venice, since usually these destinations are the cheapest tickets (from 14-15 thousand rubles). Well, from there you can get to the desired resort by bus or train. If you are interested in flights directly to resorts, then prices start from 17-20 thousand rubles (Bari, Olbia, Cagliari, Rimini, and so on).

For example, consider a vacation in Bari. A budget breakfast will cost $ 3.2 and more, lunch - from $ 4.3 to $ 7.5, dinner - from $ 6.4 to $ 10. A dish in an inexpensive restaurant costs about $ 16 on average. To eat cheaply, avoid tourist establishments.

As for accommodation, the hotels here are not very cheap - the cheapest room costs $ 33.

A visa is required. Consular fee - 35 euros ($ 38), service fee - about 2 thousand rubles ($ 26).

Index: 3,200 rubles (41 $) if you apply for a visa. If the visa is already open, a day of rest will cost 2,700 rubles ($ 34.5)... In 2015 there were: 2,200 rubles ($ 38.5) and 1,800 rubles ($ 31). The index increased as the cost of air tickets increased.

Tours to Italy cost from 38 thousand rubles for two people with a flight from Moscow.

Spain, Barcelona

The cheapest resort destinations to Spain from Moscow - Barcelona, Ibiza, Malaga, Alicante and Palma de Mallorca: tickets cost from 13,000 rubles (170 $).

A hostel costs from $ 13, a hotel - from $ 40. A budget breakfast will cost $ 3 or more, lunch - from $ 5 to $ 9, dinner - from $ 8 to $ 15.

A visa is required. Consular fee - 35 euros ($ 38), service fee - 1,383 rubles ($ 18).

Index: 3,200 rubles ($ 42.5). In 2015 it was: 2,000 rubles ($ 35).

Spain, Tenerife

It is generally accepted that Canary Islands- expensive pleasure. but most It is the flight that “eats up” the budget: an air ticket from Moscow to Tenerife costs from 25,000 rubles ($ 320) round-trip, sometimes promotions appear, thanks to which you can fly to Tenerife inexpensively - for example, for 15,000 rubles.

But housing and food are relatively cheap here: renting an apartment is not a problem, there are many good options on Booking.com. Hotels cost from $ 20, there are great options for $ 25-30, for example, the three-star Be Smart Florida Plaza. Hostels can be found for $ 13.5 and up. Budget breakfast - from $ 2.6, lunch - from $ 3.7, dinner - from $ 6.

A visa is required. Consular fee - 35 euros ($ 38), service fee - 1383 rubles ($ 18).

Index: 3,700 rubles ($ 47.6). In 2015 it was: 2,700 rubles ($ 47.8). As you can see, the index in dollar terms has not changed, only in terms of rubles, vacations have become more expensive due to the rise in the exchange rate.

Tours to Spain cost from 35 thousand rubles for two people with a flight from Moscow.

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Montenegro, Budva

Cheap vacation in the summer of 2016 at sea abroad is possible, of course, in Montenegro. Flights from Moscow to Podgorica and back cost from 15,600 rubles ($ 200). If you are going to have a cheap vacation in the resorts of Montenegro, it is better to fly to Podgorica or Tivat, and from there get to the necessary cities - Budva, Petrovac, Sutomore and so on.

For example, consider Budva - one of famous resorts Montenegro. Hotels in Budva can be found from $ 20 per night - for example, you can rent a studio with a terrace in Hotel Apartments Bjelanovic.

Lunch at an inexpensive restaurant in Budva will cost about $ 8.6 (650 rubles) per person.

Visa-free entry for Russians for 30 days.

Index: 2,300 rubles ($ 30). Last year: 1,700 rubles ($ 30).

Tours to Montenegro cost from 47 thousand rubles for two people with a flight from Moscow.

Greece, Thessaloniki

The flight in the summer of 2016 from Moscow to Thessaloniki and back is quite cheap - from 14,000 rubles ($ 180). There are flights from 17 thousand to Rhodes, from 25 thousand to Santorini. Consider Thessaloniki.

A night in a hostel in Thessaloniki costs from $ 15, a night in a hotel - from $ 19 (for example, in Iro), on average from $ 25.

In Thessaloniki, it is cheaper to eat at home by preparing your own food. A budget breakfast will cost about $ 3, lunch - from $ 4, dinner - from about $ 6.5 and more. A dish in an inexpensive restaurant costs about $ 10 (780 rubles).

A visa is required. Consular fee - 35 euros (38 $), service fee when applying through a visa center - 1,560 rubles (20 $).

Index: 2,600 rubles ($ 34). In 2015, the index was equal to 2,000 rubles ($ 35).

Tours to Greece cost from 33 thousand rubles for two people with a flight from Moscow.

Cyprus, Paphos

Consider Paphos as one of the most visited resorts in Cyprus. A direct flight from Moscow to Larnaca costs from 16,200 rubles ($ 210), to Paphos from 23,000 rubles, that is, you can apply for a free electronic pro-visa. For reference: the cheapest flight to Larnaca from Moscow costs from 14,000 rubles with a stopover in Belgrade, so you will have to apply for a tourist visa (an electronic pro-visa is issued only if the flight is made directly from the territory of the Russian Federation).

Flights to Cyprus can be very cheap, especially if you catch a share of some airline, but life on the island is quite expensive. So, the cheapest room that we found in Paphos on Booking.com costs $ 31. This is a cozy studio in Galatia's Court Hotel, which is approximately 3 km from the beach and the archaeological park. Lodging in Larnaca also costs from $ 31.

Eating in Paphos is not cheap. It is better to look for food away from the embankment, where tourist establishments are concentrated. On average, a dish in an inexpensive restaurant costs $ 8-10 (780 rubles), meat meze - about $ 16, fish meze - $ 21.5.

You can eat not very expensive by buying food in the Papantoniou supermarket - there are various discounts. Delicious pastries - from $ 1.6 (120 rubles). If you have a kitchen (as, for example, in the studio, which we wrote about above), then you can save a lot on food by cooking at home.

An electronic visa to Cyprus for Russians is free and is issued via the Internet for 90 days (for direct flights from Russia).

Index: 2 800 rubles ($ 36.5)... In 2015 it was: 1,700 rubles ($ 30).

Tours to Cyprus cost from 42 thousand rubles for two people with a flight from Moscow.

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Croatia, Split

You can fly from Moscow to Split and Dubrovnik quite inexpensively - a round-trip ticket costs from 16.8 thousand rubles ($ 220). A hotel room in Split on Booking.com can be rented for $ 30 and more, if you look for a hotel on the spot, you can find it cheaper. A bed in a hostel will cost from $ 11.

A budget breakfast in Split will cost $ 2-4, lunch - from $ 3 to $ 6.5, dinner - from $ 6 to $ 12. A meal in an inexpensive restaurant will cost about $ 6.5.

A visa is required. Consular fee - 35 euros ($ 38), service fee - 19 euros ($ 21).

Index: 3,200 rubles ($ 42). In 2015 it was: 1,800 rubles ($ 32).

Tours to Croatia cost from 48 thousand rubles for two people with a flight from Moscow.

Bulgaria, Burgas

The cheapest is to fly from Moscow to Burgas and Varna - prices for a round-trip flight in the summer of 2016 start from 15-16 thousand rubles ($ 200). You can have an inexpensive vacation at the sea in these cities, or you can go to other resorts in Bulgaria - in general, this country allows you to have a fairly budgetary vacation and is considered one of the cheapest countries in Europe.

You can find hotels in Burgas for $ 20 per night or more, for example, the two-star Hotel Briz. You can rent a room from $ 25. Overnight at the hostel - from $ 10.

You can eat at an inexpensive restaurant from $ 6. A budget breakfast costs from $ 1.5, lunch - from $ 2.5, dinner - from $ 4.5.

A visa to Bulgaria is required, consular fee - 35 euros ($ 38), service fee - 1,425 rubles ($ 18).

Index: 2 750 rubles ($ 36). In 2015 it was: 1,725 rubles ($ 30.3).

Tours to Bulgaria cost from 57 thousand rubles for two people with a flight from Moscow.

Asia and Africa: where to spend cheap seaside holidays abroad

Turkey, Antalya

The classic of the genre is Turkey, beloved by Russians. Despite the fact that now here, as well as in Egypt, you no longer fly on a voucher, many tourists continue to fly on vacation to Turkey on their own. In 2015, last-minute tours to Turkey could be found from 6.5 thousand rubles per person

Consider Antalya as one of the most popular and inexpensive resorts in Turkey. The cheapest flight from Moscow to Antalya in the summer of 2016 costs from 12.5 thousand rubles ($ 160). To fly from Moscow to Istanbul is a little cheaper - from 10 thousand rubles. From Istanbul, you can get to the resorts by buses, trains and flights of low-cost airlines in Turkey. Russians do not need a visa.

Night in three star hotel costs from $ 24. On average, a night in a hostel starts at $ 14 (1,100 rubles).

Breakfast costs from $ 1.5, you can dine doner kebab - $ 1.16, and dinner at a restaurant local cuisine will cost from $ 3 per person.

For Russians, there is a visa-free entry for 60 days.

Index: 2,200 rubles ($ 28). In 2015 it was: 1,700 rubles ($ 30).

India, Goa

The cheapest flight is to Delhi - a round-trip flight from Moscow costs 24,000 rubles ($ 310). From Delhi you can get to any city in India you are interested in - the price depends on the distance. It is more expensive to fly directly to Goa - tickets cost from 35,000 rubles (450 $). By the way, cheap last-minute tours are often available in Goa - sometimes it is more profitable to buy such a tour, as it includes a flight, a transfer, a hotel, and food. We inform about interesting hot tours in the heading of the same name.

Here are the approximate prices in Goa, as this is the most popular state among tourists. Accommodation, like food, is inexpensive in Goa: a room in a house can be rented from $ 8-10 (depending on location and conditions), a room in a hotel or hostel on Booking.com - from $ 8. A budget breakfast will cost $ 1.5, lunch - from $ 2 to $ 4, dinner - from $ 3.5 to $ 7. You can eat at an inexpensive restaurant for $ 2.5 or more.

An electronic visa to India for Russians costs $ 60 and is placed upon arrival at 9 Indian airports; you can also apply for a visa upon arriving in Goa - it costs $ 40.

Index: when flying to Goa - 4,200 rubles ($ 54), when flying to Delhi - 3,250 rubles ($ 42). Last year's index: 2,900 rubles ($ 50) and 2,100 rubles ($ 37).

Tours to India cost from 48 thousand rubles for two people with a flight from Moscow.

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Egypt, hurghada

Tourists continue to rest in Egypt, but after the events of the fall of 2015, they are already on their own. Tickets Moscow - Hurghada cost from 20 thousand rubles ($ 260), tickets to Sharm el-Sheikh - the same.

Previously, it was more profitable to fly to Egypt with a package tour, which could cost even less than a flight by regular flight, and at the same time also include hotel accommodation, transfer and meals. For example, in November 2014 one could go on vacation to Egypt for 5,200 rubles.

A room in a hotel in Hurghada costs from $ 22, a hostel ( Double Room) - from $ 13.

Breakfast costs from $ 5, lunch - from $ 7, dinner - from $ 9.

A visa to Egypt for Russians is obtained upon arrival - $ 25, the Sinai stamp in Sharm el-Sheikh is free.

Index: 2,700 rubles (35 $). It was in 2015: 1,500 rubles ($ 26).

Sri Lanka, Colombo

To have an inexpensive beach vacation in Sri Lanka, you need to try to find cheap flights. Most often, advantageous offers can be found on the Moscow - Colombo route from Arab air carriers - a flight costs from 30 thousand rubles ($ 390) in both directions.

It is very cheap to live and eat in Colombo and other cities: a room in a hotel costs from $ 15, there are also cheaper options, but not with the best location.

A budget breakfast and lunch will cost $ 1.5 - $ 3 each, dinner - from $ 3, lunch at an inexpensive restaurant - from $ 1.8.

An electronic visa costs $ 30 (for 30 days), a visa issued through the embassy - $ 25 (3 months).

Index: RUB 3,800 ($ 49). It was in 2015: 2,450 rubles ($ 43).

Tours to Sri Lanka cost from 70 thousand rubles for two people with a flight from Moscow.

Thailand, Pattaya

Traditionally, inexpensive rest on the sea abroad is possible in Thailand. Despite the rather expensive flight to Bangkok and Phuket - from 31 thousand rubles ($ 400), you can live and eat here on a budget, which is why Thailand attracts independent travelers and winterers.

Accommodation offers in Pattaya, Phuket and other resorts in this country start at $ 10 per day.

Dishes in makashnits cost from 40 baht ($ 1.2), so you can spend about $ 5-6 per day on food (including drinks) per person.

For Russians, there is a visa-free entry for up to 30 days.

Index: 3,500 rubles ($ 45).

Tours to Thailand cost from 56 thousand rubles for two people with a flight from Moscow.

(photo © Roberto Trm / flickr.com)

Vietnam, Nha Trang

Tickets from Moscow to Vietnam cost from 32 thousand rubles ($ 415) in both directions (Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh). From these cities it is already possible by low-cost airlines or buses to get inexpensively to the resorts - Nha Trang, Da Nang, Mui Ne and so on. Despite the rather expensive air tickets, in Vietnam you can have an inexpensive vacation at sea: cheap accommodation and meals compensate for the cost of the flight.

A room in Da Nang and Nha Trang can be found from $ 10, if you look locally, you can bargain for a lower price.

Eating in Vietnam can be very, very cheap, if you do not visit tourist restaurants, but eat in street establishments. Budget breakfast - from $ 0.5, lunch and dinner - from $ 1.5.

A visa for Russians to Vietnam is not needed if the trip lasts no more than 15 days.

Was in 2015: 2,250 rubles ($ 40).

Tours to Vietnam cost from 64 thousand rubles for two people with a flight from Moscow.

Malaysia, Langkawi

From about 31.5 thousand rubles ($ 407), you can fly from Moscow to Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur), and then go to Langkawi or Borneo (one-way tickets from Kuala Lumpur from $ 10). Sometimes you can fly to the islands of Malaysia for only 8,100 rubles. (one way)!

Hotels, guesthouses and hostels start at $ 11.

You can also eat on a budget - on average, a dish costs from $ 1, sometimes even less. Well, the food in Malaysia, in our opinion (we were there three times in 2015), is simply amazing!

A visa to Malaysia for Russians is not needed if you do not plan to stay for more than 30 days.

Index: 3,600 rubles ($ 46.5). It was in 2015: 2,700 rubles ($ 47).

Maldives, Maafushi

Oddly enough it sounds, but you can have an inexpensive vacation abroad at sea in the Maldives - a separate article is devoted to this on the site with an overview of prices and tips on how to relax in the Maldives cheaply. As with other Asian countries, the main thing is to find cheap flights. For the summer of 2016, tickets from Moscow to Male cost from 30 thousand rubles ($ 390) in both directions.

Accommodation and food in the Maldives is more difficult - you have to spend money. Travelers are advised to settle in Maafushi or Hulhumale, as there are more offers (and cheaper). It is really possible to find rooms in the Maldives for $ 30-60 per night, many options for $ 30-40, which for paradise islands, which have become synonymous with luxury relaxation, is not bad at all. Naturally, this is not about luxury hotels and secluded islands - if you want that kind of vacation, you have to fork out.

You can eat in the Maldives in local establishments - prices are not too high. A budget breakfast will cost about $ 2-3, lunch - from $ 3 to $ 5, dinner - up to $ 10. Of course, provided that you are unassuming in food.

A visa to the Maldives for Russians is not needed if the duration of the trip does not exceed 30 days.

Index: 4,200 rubles ($ 54). In 2015 it was: 3,150 rubles ($ 55.5).

Tours to the Maldives cost from 79 thousand rubles for two people with a flight from Moscow.

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We studied travel guides, forums, blogger reports, booking systems, websites with food prices and selected the most affordable countries for vacation. For each, a budget was calculated for two per day and converted into dollars. This is an average amount for a couple of travelers who live in the same room, do not like to spend too much and adhere to the golden mean in everything. After all, everyone understands different things by comfort: for some, a bed in a hostel will be enough, others will still choose among five-star hotels. Therefore, we did not take into account luxury hotels and restaurants, but found out how much it costs to have a snack in ordinary local cafes and live in guesthouses, mini-hotels or apartments on Airbnb.

In some countries, costs are easily cut by half to two times, if you use by public transport, is in not tourist spots and look for hotels according to the principle "we only have to spend the night." For India and Indonesia, for example, we recommend a daily budget of $ 40-50, but in these countries you can travel together for $ 20 a day.

Factrum publishes a very helpful article from SkyScanner's blog to help you plan your vacation profitably.

Cheap countries without a visa

Armenia

Approximate prices:

You can have a hearty and cheap snack in Armenia at every turn: khachapuri in Yerevan cost up to 500 drams ($ 1), lamajo (flatbread with a spicy meat filling) - up to $ 1.7, and a crayfish kebab near Lake Sevan - about $ 3. The average bill in a simple cafe is $ 3-4, and for a dinner for two at tourist restaurant pay $ 7–30.

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In the capital of Armenia, there are inexpensive hotels with double rooms for $ 25-30. If you like home comfort on vacation, rent a nice studio in a quiet area for $ 20 or an apartment in the city center on Airbnb for $ 30-40 per night. Outside the capital, prices are slightly lower. In Armenia, as in Georgia, a stranger can invite you for coffee, dinner, or even overnight. Agree: this is not a scam, but hospitality.

Standard route:

Yerevan and surroundings; Lake Sevan; Vanadzor and Lori Gorge; Khor Virap monastery with views of Ararat; the valley of Vorotan and the Tatev monastery.

Visa:

You can enter Armenia without a visa for up to 180 days during the year. If you want more - find out how to apply for an Armenian visa.

Georgia

Approximate prices:

There is no street food as such in Georgia. You can only catch fresh khachapuri or lobiani on the go, which are sold at every corner for 2-3 lari ($ 1). Lunch at a cafe will cost $ 6, and for a generous dinner with wine, pay from $ 8. An intermediate option is khinkali: you won't have to look for them for a long time, one piece costs 60–70 tetri ($ 0.25–0.30). A dozen khinkali with salad and a mug of beer (for everything - $ 4) is enough to fill the whole day.

A modest double room in Tbilisi and Batumi costs from $ 40 per day. Renting an apartment in a pleasant area near the center of the capital will cost $ 10 cheaper. In the seaside Batumi, you can rent a small apartment in the private sector in 2016 for $ 20-25. Prices here are tightly tied to the season: an apartment by the sea with a fresh renovation and all amenities in the middle of summer costs about $ 40 per day. In less touristy places, you can easily find guest houses with rooms for $ 15-30.

Standard route:

Tbilisi; Mtskheta and Georgian military road; cave city in Vardzia; Signagi and Kakheti; Svaneti; Batumi and black sea coast... If time permits, you can take a one-way ticket to Georgia, go further on land to Armenia or Turkey and fly home from there.

Visa:

Russian citizens can spend a whole year in Georgia without a visa.

Abkhazia

Daily budget for two: $ 65-75

Approximate prices:

A skewer of a fragrant chicken kebab in Abkhazia costs about 200 rubles ($ 2.7), a cheburek with cheese and meat - 70 rubles ($ 1). Lunch in a cafe by the sea will cost $ 5-12 for two, and a hearty dinner in Apatskhe (restaurant national cuisine) - $ 9.5-13.5. For a one and a half liter bottle of homemade Abkhaz wine, give about $ 2.7.

On Airbnb, a room in a house by the sea in Sukhumi can be rented for $ 10 per day, and an apartment in the city center for $ 37 per day. If you dare to look for housing on the spot, it may come out even cheaper: a room in a private house in Gagra can be rented for $ 9, and near Pitsunda there are options for $ 8 for two. A room in a good seaside hotel in Abkhazia costs $ 20-33 per day.

Standard route:

Botanical garden, Kelasur wall and ruins of Bagrat castle in Sukhumi; monastery and underground karst cave in New Athos; the beaches of Gudauta, Pitsunda and Gagra; nature reserve at Lake Ritsa.

Visa:

To enter Abkhazia, Russians do not need either a visa or a passport - the usual is enough. Fly to Adler - from there it is only 10 km to the Abkhaz border, which runs along the Psou River.

Laos

Daily budget for two: $ 55-65

Approximate prices:

Lunch in street cafes costs from 12 to 50 thousand kip ($ 1.5-6), in a tourist cafe or restaurant - 50-100 thousand ($ 6-12). On average, a simple double room will cost about $ 12 per day. In the village of Vang Vieng, you can bargain on the spot and settle for this amount in a room with a wonderful view of the mountains. But in the capital, Vientiane, it is cheaper to book a hotel in advance: rent a comfortable room for $ 15-17.

Almost all the sights of Laos are paid, although they are very cheap: for example, the entrance to the Paku caves will cost $ 2.5. These Buddhist caves can be reached by boat on the Mekong - $ 8 you will pay for the round trip and a stop at the "whiskey village". Renting a motorbike with a manual gearbox for the whole day in Laos costs about 70,000 kip - for $ 9 you are completely free to move around the country.

Standard route:

Vientiane; Luang Prabang; trekking in the Bokeu National Park and / or rafting down the picturesque U river; Pakse and the waterfalls of the Bolaven Plateau; cruise on the Mekong to the south, to Si Phan Don or to the "4000 islands". You can continue your adventure in Cambodia or, if you move in the opposite direction, in Thailand.

Visa:

If you are traveling to Laos for less than 15 days, you do not need a visa. The only requirement is that the passport must be valid for 6 months from the date of entry.

Indonesia

Daily budget for two: $ 40-50

Approximate prices:

Street food in Indonesia costs a penny: nasi goreng or mi goreng (fried rice or noodles) will cost no more than $ 1.5-2. You can have breakfast and lunch in local cafes for $ 2.5–4.5, and a hearty dinner costs $ 5–8, depending on the level of the institution. You can rent a decent room in a guesthouse in Sumatra for $ 10, in Java for $ 10-15, and in Bali for $ 15-20. Traveling between the islands is also cheap - a ferry ride costs about $ 3.

Standard route:

Since you have flown 9,000 km, to sit the entire vacation in Bali, no matter how wonderful it is, is to deprive yourself of many impressions. Here are 17,000 islands to choose from - from tiny paradise like Gili to Sumatra as large as Spain. Don't miss Borobudur and the Bromo volcano in Java, visit Lake Toba or go on a jungle trek in Borneo.

Visa:

Citizens of the Russian Federation can enter Indonesia without a visa for 30 days after international airports Jakarta, Surabaya, Medan, Denpasar, Batam islands, and also after four seaports... At other border points, Russians can obtain a visa upon arrival for a period of 30 days.

Vietnam

Daily budget for two: $ 45-55

Approximate prices:

Banh mi sandwiches in Vietnam are sold at every step for 10-15 thousand dongs ($ 0.5-0.7), the same is the price of juices in fruit shops. For a plate of pho soup in a cafe, you will pay $ 1-2, and for 0.5 liters of homemade beer bi-hoi - $ 1. In local eateries they feed for a penny: two servings of fish or chicken fried in ginger sauce, with a plate of rice and a bowl of soup - $ 2. In a presentable restaurant, these amounts are multiplied by 2-3. A hearty seafood dinner at a Vietnamese tourist establishment will cost $ 12–20. If you miss European dishes, the $ 5 pizza will save you. You can eat burger, fries and soda at fast food Lotteria for $ 3. Imported alcohol in Vietnamese shops is no more expensive than in duty-free shops, and a bottle of local rum can be bought for $ 3-4.

You can rent a double room in a Hanoi hotel for $ 11-15, in the village of Mui Ne prices start at $ 10 for a bungalow with a shower and air conditioning near the sea, and in Nha Trang you can still rent a pleasant room with amenities for $ 6-10. Service in Vietnamese hotels is at its best, regardless of the star rating. Breakfast is included nine times out of ten.

Standard route:

Hanoi; Halong Bay; the Cham Sculpture Museum in Da Nang; Nha Trang; the village of Mui Ne; Dalat; Hoi An Museum City; Phu Quoc Island off the coast of Cambodia.

Visa:

Citizens of the Russian Federation can vacation in Vietnam without a visa for up to 15 days.

Serbia

Daily budget for two: $ 70- $ 80

Approximate prices:

Serbian counterparts of fast food - gibanica cheese pie, spicy cevapcici sausages, pleskavitsa (cutlets with a side dish or in a bun) - cost no more than 200 dinars ($ 2). Moreover, one pleskavitsa is enough to eat. You can dine together in a decent restaurant for $ 7-9.

A simple double room in Belgrade hotels costs about $ 30 per day. For $ 16 you can rent a room in a hostel, and for $ 25-35 - an apartment in the center.

Standard route:

Belgrade; Novi Sad; Smederevo; national parks Tara or Fruska Gora; Baina-Bashta or other towns along the picturesque Drina river; Drvengrad is an ethnic village from the films of Kusturica. You can go to even cheaper Macedonia.

Visa:

To travel to Serbia, Russian citizens do not need a visa if the trip is within 30 days.

Montenegro

Daily budget for two: $ 80- $ 90

Approximate prices:

Montenegrins' favorite national fast food is burek (round pie or rolls with vegetable, cheese or meat filling) - sold for $ 1 in bakers and on the beaches. A generous portion of cevapchichi with potatoes and pita costs $ 5-9 - and it is enough for two. It's even cheaper to have a snack in the mesare. In these butchers' shops they sell semi-finished products, but you can ask to fry the same chevapchichi on the spot - this is called "making on the rostila". You can have a thorough breakfast in a Montenegrin cafe for two for $ 7-10, and a three-course restaurant dinner will cost $ 25-30. If you walk away from the coastal establishments literally 500 meters, you can save up to 50%.

The most expensive city in terms of housing is Budva: at the peak of the season, unpretentious one-room apartments by the sea are rented out for $ 35-45 per day. But even in Budva, even in summer, you can rent a neat room in a guesthouse or a small studio for $ 20, if you book in advance. In winter in Montenegro, prices for hotels and apartments fall by almost half.

Standard route:

Podgorica; resorts of the Bay of Kotor (Kotor, Perast, Risan, Koshtanitsa, Tivat, Herceg Novi); resorts Adriatic coast(Budva, Becici, Rafailovici, Sveti Stefan, Petrovac, Bar); Ostrog monastery; National parks Lovcen and Durmitor with the Tara river canyon.

Visa:

Citizens of the Russian Federation can stay on the territory of Montenegro without a visa for 30 days in a row.

Cheap countries with visa on arrival or online

India

Daily budget for two: $ 40- $ 45

Approximate prices:

Street food in India costs almost nothing: a serving of vegetarian thai (rice, stews, lentils and flatbread) will cost 50 rupees ($ 0.8), and a hearty lunch at a local eatery costs 150 rupees ($ 2.3). The average bill in tourist restaurants is $ 3–6.

With housing, the situation is similar: almost everywhere for $ 5-8 you will receive a set of beds, walls and a roof, for $ 10-15 - a decent room with air conditioning. In Mumbai, Goa and Kerala, prices during the peak season - from December to February - rise 2-3 times. You can rent a scooter for a day for 200-250 rupees (3-4 $). If you are traveling for a long time, it is better to take a scooter immediately for a week or a month - it will be even cheaper, about 150 rupees a day, and you can also see the neighboring states.

Standard route:

Delhi; Agra; a circle around the cities and villages of Rajasthan or a trip along the foothills of the Himalayas to Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand; and further - according to interests: either to Varanasi and to Nepal, or to the south, to Mumbai and Goa or to Kerala. If time permits, visit Punjab (Amritsar), Kashmir and Ladakh.

Visa:

If you are entering India via the airports of Chennai, Delhi, Goa, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Cochin, Hyderabad and Trivandrum, you can apply for a visa online.

Nepal

Daily budget for two: on the trek in the mountains - about $ 40; in the rest of the country - $ 45-50.

Approximate prices:

In Nepal, you can have a hearty lunch for two in a street eatery for 400-500 rupees ($ 4-5). In tourist cafes, prices are 2-3 times higher, lunch for two will cost closer to $ 15.

You can rent a double room in a cheap guesthouse with a shower and toilet on the floor for $ 5–8 per day. For $ 15–20 you can live in a decent hotel in Kathmandu. The average cost of a small comfortable room for two in Nagarkot is from $ 15 per night, and in Pokhara - from $ 10.

Standard route:

Kathmandu and surroundings (Bhaktapur, Nagarkot); several days in the Chitwan reserve; Lumbini; Pokhara and hiking in the mountains - to Everest, Annapurna, Manaslu, etc.

Visa:

A Nepalese visa can be obtained both at the Embassy in Moscow and at the airport upon arrival. Just fill out the online application form 15 days before travel and present it at the border.

Cambodia

Daily budget for two: $ 70- $ 80

Approximate prices:

You can buy a fried spider, a kilo of mangoes or a bunch of bananas in Cambodia for $ 1. Two servings of baked mussels with salad will cost $ 6. A hearty dinner with pork steak, potatoes and vegetables costs the same, and for a huge pizza for two in an ordinary cafe you will pay about $ 5. A glass of local beer in seaside bars costs $ 0.5, a jug will be brought for $ 2. You will spend more on spiritual food in Cambodia than on usual: a ticket to Angkor for 1 day - $ 20, for 3 days - $ 40, for a week - $ 60. For climbing over Angkor Wat on yellow hot-air balloon pay $ 20.

A room with a double bed, air conditioning and a shower in a guesthouse in the resort of Sihanoukville can be rented for $ 12-15 per day, and comfortable rooms in Phnom Penh hotels cost $ 15-20 per night. Khmers do not like to bargain; it is better to book accommodation in advance.

Standard route:

Siem Reap and temple complex Angkor; Lake Toplessap with floating villages; Sihanoukville beaches (Ochutel Serendipity, Otres); Koh Rong island; national park Phnom Bokor; Phnom Penh.

Visa:

You can get a visa to Cambodia immediately upon arrival or in advance - via the Internet.

Sri Lanka

Daily budget for two: $ 60-70

Approximate prices:

Food in Sri Lanka is similar to South Indian food in both taste and price. Roti (spring rolls) range from Rs 40 Lankan ($ 0.28) for the vegetarian option to Rs 120 ($ 0.8) for the chicken and cheese triangle. Give $ 0.14 for a bunch of bananas, $ 0.25 for a drinking coconut, and $ 0.42 for a kilogram of papaya. King prawns in the Hikkaduwa market sell for $ 7 / kg, and buy a 0.75 liter bottle of red rum for $ 10. Cottu (something like a shredded hamburger) in non-tourist cafes costs $ 1.5-2. Two servings of seafood dinner, curry rice, salad and beer at the restaurant will cost $ 7-10.

The average price for a room with hot water and a fan in a guesthouse is $ 14–20 per day. In places like Mirissa and Unawatuna on south coast prices are higher - under New Year and until March, locals rent out accommodation for $ 28-55 per night. Prices for double rooms in Colombo hotels start from $ 25, for $ 16 you can spend the night in a hostel. If you plan to stay in Sri Lanka for a long time, it is wiser to rent a house or apartment for $ 330 per month (together with utility bills) on the spot.

Standard route:

Colombo; Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage; Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy, Lion rock in Sigiriya, other Buddhist sites in Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa; tea plantations Nuwara Eliya; national reserve in the Sinharaja forest.

Visa:

You can get a visa to Sri Lanka in three ways - at the Embassy in Moscow, upon arrival at the airport or online.

Cheap Visa Countries

Romania

Daily budget for two: $ 80- $ 90

Approximate prices:

Street food in the Asian sense of the term cannot be found in Romania. You can dine in a cheap cafe or fast food for about 10-30 lei ($ 2.5-7). A hearty lunch at restaurants in Brasov and Sighisoara will cost $ 12-14. A dinner at an advertised establishment in Bucharest will cost 100 lei ($ 24).

On average in the country, a simple double room in a guesthouse or two-star hotel costs $ 20-30. An apartment in the heart of Bucharest can be rented for $ 30–40 per day; in Brasov, focus on $ 35–45.

Standard route:

Bucharest; Danube Delta; Mamaia and others Black Sea resorts; Peles and Bran castles ("Dracula's castle"); medieval Brasov; Transylvanian towns of Sighisoara and Sibiu. If you are traveling by car, do not miss the beautiful Transfagarasi mountain trail.

Rest abroad at all times was considered the most expensive pleasure. But recently, tourists can travel abroad freely and the cost of such a vacation will be quite acceptable. Let's consider the most cheap vacation abroad 2018.

In this article we will try to provide you with a description of the most popular destinations among Russian tourists... Also, many may be interested in reading the information from the article: where to relax abroad without a visa in 2018.

Most Popular Countries

In Turkey any Russian feels at home and therefore many residents of our country prefer to rest in this country. Turkey is mainly beach vacation with children on the Black Sea or the Mediterranean. You can also do inexpensive shopping here and naturally visit various attractions. Also, we must not forget about the entertainment, which is simply a huge amount in Turkey, and therefore every day there are a lot of nightclubs, discos, restaurants and bars for tourists.

Vacation prices here fluctuate depending on the season, season and part of the country. For example, a tour to Antalya will cost about $ 200, to Istanbul - about $ 350, and to Kemer - $ 250. On average, a two-week tour for two can be bought for 1000-1500 dollars, and if you are lucky enough to buy a last minute tour or go to Turkey in the fall, you can save up to 50% of their cost. Russian tourists prefer Turkey for a good vacation with an all-inclusive system, excellent climate, clear sea and numerous excursions.

Unfortunately for today, Turkey is closed to travel companies and many are tormented by the question of when Turkey will be opened. But you can go on vacation yourself.

Holidays in Egypt on the sea is the most traditional among the inhabitants of Russia, as this direction has long been "traveled" by Russian tourists. Here you can enjoy excellent service in hotels, warm climate, a huge amount of entertainment for only $ 250 for 7-8 days of excellent rest.

Warm Red Sea, gentle sun, All inclusive and, of course, the ancient pyramids- this is what many tourists come to this beautiful country with its ancient history and unique monuments of culture and architecture: the Pyramids, the eternal Sphinx and Luxor, which are visited by tourists, all this is worth going to this country on vacation. But this direction is closed, although there is information that flights will resume soon.

And, of course, there will be a logical question: which is better, Turkey or Egypt in terms of service, comfort, food?

Thailand no less popular than Turkey or Egypt, but in this country the high season begins in mid-autumn and ends in early winter. Therefore, if you want to purchase the most cheap tour then it is best to count on the month of April or May.

A voucher for a ten-day vacation will cost about $ 700-800. The cheapest vacation at sea in 2018 will indeed be in Thailand, since in almost any region of the country you can have a great vacation for 15-25 dollars a day. If you decide to go on your own, then on average you will need about $ 400 per month for accommodation with the condition of staying at a hotel in the center of Pattaya. But you can find rest and cheaper. On the island of Phuket, Chang, Koh Samui, Phi Phi, you can find a hotel room for $ 150-200 per month. And if one room is enough for you, then you can rent it for 80-90 dollars.

Thailand has very cheap food so you only need $ 100 a month for food. For $ 2 you can have a great lunch in any cafe, and $ 6 is enough for dinner in a good restaurant. And if you want to fill your suitcase with inexpensive things, then $ 100 will also be enough for you, without even bargaining.

The cheapest sea tour

Vietnam Is an incredibly beautiful place where you can find many untouched corners of nature. And even in spite of the ever-increasing popularity of this country, rest in it remains quite acceptable. So, for example, $ 10 per day is enough for one person for hotel accommodation, meals, excursion programs and massage. And if you’re willing to spend $ 20 a day, you’ll be able to indulge yourself in nothing. Therefore, 400-500 dollars for an excellent 30-day vacation will be quite enough. But this is not counting the flight, since plane tickets are not included in this price (a direct flight will cost a little more than with transfers).

Read a useful informative article on comparing countries: What to choose - Thailand or Vietnam, Sri Lanka for quality inexpensive rest, excursions and entertainment?

Goa (India) is another popular tourist destination, since with 100 dollars in your pocket (6,000 rupees) you can have a great rest and indulge yourself in nothing, especially when it comes to northern Goa.

The cost of a holiday in Goa for a European person is quite low, especially far from big cities and megalopolises. The most expensive vacation in Goa in winter, as the high season begins at this time, but if you buy a ticket in the off-season, then the tour with air travel at the time of the price drop starts from $ 400. But if you decide to go on your own and settle in an inexpensive guesthouse, as many young people do, you can save about 20-30% of your money. Goa is very popular among Russians due to its favorable tropical climate and recreation at almost any time of the year.

Abkhazia is located next to Russia and therefore many people prefer to go to this country on vacation, since for many it will be the most a budget option have a great time on the Black Sea. I would also like to note that Russians do not need visas and passports to go on vacation to Abkhazia and the journey will take a little time.

If you do not have a large amount of money, you can choose a vacation in the private sector, where prices for budget housing do not exceed 300-350 rubles per day per person. If you want more comfortable apartments in the private sector, you will have to pay a more significant amount - about 500 rubles. Meals per day in Abkhazia will also cost you from 500 rubles per day. Thus, it can be calculated that a seven-day vacation in this country without travel will cost about 5,600 to 10,000 rubles per person.

Holidays in boarding houses and hotels in 2018 will cost much more. So, for example, a double room in a boarding house or sanatorium will cost from 1600 to 8000 rubles per day. Thus, if you are counting on an inexpensive vacation in Abkhazia, then you will need an amount of 22,000 rubles for two. For 30,000 rubles for two, you can also see all the sights of this beautiful country.

Many Russians, we are sure, will be curious about the answer to the following question: Where is it better to have a rest - in Sochi, Crimea or Abkhazia?

But the cheapest vacation abroad by the sea is waiting for you in Bali and Cambodia... These countries offer the cheapest accommodation and food for tourists. In Bali, you can find great accommodations for $ 100 a month and the same amount for food for 30 days. The only drawback is the very expensive flight - about $ 1000!

Cambodia and Bali are not very famous countries for tourist rest, and therefore the question will be logical: Where are Bali and Cambodia?

And in Cambodia, you can find a room for $ 1.50 a day, and buying delicious and cheap food, you will feel guilty that you are paying people so little. A visit to one of the most famous monuments of the Kingdom of Cambodia in the world - Angkor Wat will cost you only $ 5.

Exquisite relaxation

Sri Lanka or Ceylon recently began to enjoy great popularity among Russian tourists, as many want to relax in exotic locations where beautiful nature reigns and there are many secluded beautiful places and unique cultural and historical sites.

And it is in Sri Lanka that you can have a great rest in an inexpensive beach hotel for 10-15 dollars a day. And here you can do the most different kinds sports: diving, surfing, fishing, kiteering, rafting, etc. But plane tickets here are not cheap, so it is best to buy tickets for charter flights or on flights with transfers. Thus, you will need about $ 400-500 for a month's rest.

Greece Is the country of the ancient gods, the Aegean and Mediterranean Sea as well as wonderful scenic spots where you can relax with children at the most affordable prices. Halkidiki is a gem Aegean, Crete - the island of the legendary Minotaur, Athens - the capital of the country, Rhodes, Peloponnese, Attica, Paros, Corfu and many other islands and resorts of Greece attract many tourists from Russia. And they are all great for family vacation... On average, a vacation in Greece will cost you $ 250-350 for 7 days. Currently, this country is one of the cheapest countries where a Schengen visa is required, who want to fully enjoy the beach and sightseeing rest on the sea.

Cyprus cannot be called very cheap for recreation, but it is very popular among Russians. A ticket to Cyprus from Moscow will cost about $ 200 per person, but if you get a share of any airline, you can save from 30 to 50%. But living on the island is quite expensive. The cheapest room in Paphos will cost $ 30-35, but you can rent a room for $ 25-28 per day. Food in cafes and restaurants is also not cheap, so it is best to buy food in supermarkets, where there are various promotions and discounts.

If you choose where to relax, between the last two countries, we recommend reading the differences between them: Which is better to choose - Greece or Cyprus, for example, for a beach holiday?

Europe is a holiday destination

Portugal is a member of the Eurozone and therefore cannot boast of the same low prices like the countries of Asia. But the rest here is completely different. In this beautiful country, which is located in the southwest of the Iberian Peninsula, you need to go only to enjoy the taste of excellent seafood, Portuguese cherry liqueur - ginjin, port, and also to visit all architectural monuments Iberian culture of the country, one of which is famous tower Belém is a fort on the Tijou River in the homonymous region of Lisbon.

Accommodation in Portugal in an inexpensive province hostel will cost from $ 18 to $ 33 per day. A room in a three-star hotel will cost from $ 30 to $ 80 per day. And accommodation in a boarding house in Lisbon from 13 to 28 dollars. Lunch in an inexpensive cafe will cost from 6.5 to 13.5 dollars, and one dish in an expensive restaurant will cost from 6 to 24 dollars. You will need about $ 50 per person per day, so the total cost of the trip will vary from $ 600 to $ 1000.

It is possible to travel abroad cheaply even in times of crisis. We present to your attention countries where Russian citizens do not need a visa to travel to, and accommodation and food are quite inexpensive. Please note that the budget was calculated for two adults, and the cost of the flight was not taken into account.

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Armenia

Duration of stay without a visa: up to 180 days

Budget: 70-80 $ per day

You can have a hearty and cheap snack in Armenia at every turn: khachapuri in Yerevan cost up to 500 drams ($ 1), lamajo (flatbread with a spicy meat filling) - up to $ 1.7, and a crayfish kebab near Lake Sevan - about $ 3. The average bill in a cafe is $ 3-4, and for a dinner for two at a tourist restaurant you will pay $ 7-30.

In the capital of Armenia, there are inexpensive hotels with double rooms for $ 25-30. If you like the comfort of home on vacation, rent a nice studio in a quiet area for $ 20 or an apartment in the city center for $ 30-40 per day. Outside the capital, prices are slightly lower. Do not be surprised if in Armenia a stranger with whom you accidentally chatted on the street invites you to his home for coffee, dinner or even overnight.

What to see?

Yerevan and its surroundings, Lake Sevan, Vanadzor and Lori gorge, Khor Virap monastery with views of Ararat, Vorotan valley and Tatev monastery.

Georgia

Duration of stay without a visa: up to a year

Budget: $ 80-90 per day

There is no street food as such in Georgia. You can only catch fresh khachapuri or lobiani on the go, which are sold at every corner for 2-3 lari ($ 1). Lunch at a cafe will cost $ 6, and for a generous dinner with wine, pay from $ 8. An intermediate option is khinkali: you won't have to look for them for a long time, one piece costs 60-70 tetri ($ 0.25-0.30). A dozen khinkali with salad and a mug of beer (for everything - $ 4) is enough to fill the whole day.

A modest double room in Tbilisi and Batumi costs from $ 40 per day. Renting an apartment in a pleasant area near the center of the capital will cost $ 10 cheaper. In the seaside Batumi, rent a small apartment in the private sector for $ 20-25. Prices here are tightly tied to the season: an apartment by the sea with a fresh renovation and all amenities in the middle of summer costs about $ 40 per day. In less touristy places, you can easily find guest houses with rooms for $ 15-30.

What to see?

Tbilisi, Mtskheta and the Georgian Military Road, a cave town in Vardzia, Sighnaghi and Kakheti, Svaneti, Batumi and the Black Sea coast. If time permits, you can take a one-way ticket to Georgia, go further on land to Armenia and fly home from there.

Abkhazia

Duration of stay without a visa:90 days

Budget:$ 65-75 per day

A skewer of a fragrant chicken kebab in Abkhazia costs about 200 rubles ($ 2.7), a cheburek with cheese and meat - 70 rubles ($ 1). Lunch in a cafe by the sea will cost $ 5-12 for two, and a hearty dinner in an apatskh (national cuisine restaurant) - $ 9.5-13.5. For a one and a half liter bottle of homemade Abkhaz wine, give about $ 2.7.

A room in a house by the sea in Sukhumi can be rented for $ 10 per day, and an apartment in the city center - for $ 37 per day. If you dare to look for housing on the spot, it may come out even cheaper: a room in a private house in Gagra can be rented for $ 9, and near Pitsunda there are options for $ 8 for two. A room in a good seaside hotel in Abkhazia costs $ 20-33 per day.

What to see?

Botanical garden, Kelasur wall and ruins of Bagrat's castle in Sukhumi, monastery and underground karst cave in New Athos, beaches of Gudauta, Pitsunda and Gagra, nature reserve near Lake Ritsa.

Laos

Duration of stay without a visa: 15 days

Budget:$ 55-65 per day

Lunch in street cafes costs from 12 to 50 thousand kip ($ 1.5-6), in a tourist cafe or restaurant - 50-100 thousand $ 6-12). On average, a simple double room will cost around $ 12 per night. In the village of Vang Vieng, you can bargain on the spot and settle for this amount in a room with a wonderful view of the mountains. But in the capital, Vientiane, it is cheaper to book a hotel in advance: rent a comfortable room for $ 15-17.

Almost all the sights of Laos are paid, but they are cheap. For example, the entrance to Paku Caves will cost $ 2.5. These Buddhist caves can be reached by boat on the Mekong - $ 8 you will pay for the round trip and a stop at the "whiskey village". Renting a motorbike with a manual gearbox for the whole day in Laos costs about 70,000 kip - for $ 9 you are completely free to move around the country.

What to see?

Vientiane, Luang Prabang, Bokeu National Park, Pakse and the Bolaven Plateau Waterfalls, Si Phan Don, 4000 Islands. You can continue your adventure in Cambodia or, if you move in the opposite direction, in Thailand.

Indonesia

Duration of stay without a visa: up to 30 days at the entrance to the international airports of Jakarta, Surabaya, Medan, Denpasar, Batam, as well as through four seaports.

Budget:$ 40-50 per day

Street food in Indonesia, for example, nasi goreng or mi goreng (fried rice or noodles) will cost no more than $ 1.5-2. You can have breakfast and lunch in local cafes for $ 2.5-4.5, and a hearty dinner costs $ 5-8, depending on the level of the institution. You can rent a decent room in a guesthouse in Sumatra for $ 10, in Java for $ 10-15, and in Bali for $ 15-20. Traveling between the islands is also cheap - a ferry ride costs about $ 3.

What to see?

Since you have flown 9,000 km, to sit the entire vacation in Bali, no matter how wonderful it is, is to deprive yourself of many impressions. Here are 17,000 islands to choose from - from tiny paradises like Gili to Sumatra as large as Spain. Don't miss Borobudur and the Bromo volcano in Java, visit Lake Toba or go on a jungle trek in Borneo.

Vietnam

Duration of stay without a visa: up to 15 days

Budget:$ 45-55 per day for two

Banh mi sandwiches in Vietnam are sold at every step for 10-15 thousand dongs ($ 0.5-0.7), the same is the price of juices in fruit shops. For a bowl of pho soup in a cafe, you will pay $ 1-2, and for 0.5 liters of homemade beer bia hoi - $ 1. In local eateries they feed for a penny: two servings of fish or chicken fried in ginger sauce, with a plate of rice and a bowl of soup - $ 2. In a presentable restaurant, these amounts are multiplied by 2-3. A hearty seafood dinner at a tourist establishment with Vietnamese cuisine will cost $ 12-20. If you miss European dishes, the $ 5 pizza will save you. You can eat burger, fries and soda at fast food Lotteria for $ 3. Imported alcohol in Vietnamese shops is no more expensive than in duty-free shops, and a bottle of local rum can be bought for $ 3-4.

You can rent a double room in a Hanoi hotel for $ 11-15, in the village of Mui Ne prices start at $ 10 for a bungalow with a shower and air conditioning near the sea, and in Nha Trang you can still rent a pleasant room with amenities for $ 6-10. Service in Vietnamese hotels at an altitude, regardless of the stardom. Breakfast is included nine times out of ten.

What to see?

Hanoi, Halong Bay, Cham Sculpture Museum in Da Nang, Nha Trang, Mui Ne village, Da Lat, Hoi An Museum City, Phu Quoc Island off the coast of Cambodia.

Serbia

Duration of stay without a visa: up to 30 days

Budget: 70-80 $ per day

A simple double room in Belgrade hotels costs about $ 30 per day. For $ 16 you can rent a room in a hostel, and for $ 25-35 - an apartment in the center.

What to see?

Belgrade, Novi Sad, Smederevo, national parks Tara or Fruska Gora, Baina Bashta or other towns along the picturesque river Drina, Drvengrad is an ethnic village from the films of Kusturica.

Montenegro

Duration of stay without a visa: up to 30 days

Budget:$ 80-90 per day

The most expensive city in terms of housing is Budva: at the peak of the season, unpretentious one-room apartments by the sea are rented for $ 35-45 per day. But even in Budva, even in summer, you can rent a neat room in a guesthouse or a small studio for $ 20, if you book in advance. In winter in Montenegro, prices for hotels and apartments fall by almost half.

What to see?

Podgorica, the resorts of the Bay of Kotor (Kotor, Perast, Risan, Koshtanitsa, Tivat, Herceg Novi), the resorts of the Adriatic coast (Budva, Becici, Rafailovici, Sveti Stefan, Petrovac, Bar), the Ostrog monastery, the national parks of Lovcen Kan and Durmitor with the Tara river.

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