10 cheapest countries to visit with surprisingly low daily costs

For budget travelers, zeroing down on a place that won’t burn a hole in your pocket can be a daunting task. But, one needs to understand that planning right and knowing where to go, can make your task much easier. Well, there are countries where you get culture-rich experiences, dramatic landscapes, and delectable meals for the cost of a single meal somewhere else. Likewise, there are places that will empty your wallet faster than you’d like. Inflation, tourism demand and the relative value of its currency dictates how cheap (or not) a destination feels on a daily basis.
To aid holidaymakers make smarter decisions when travelling, international insurance and comparison platform Hellosafe has curated a list of cheapest countries to visit in 2025, with prices converted to USD. Find out if you would want to bookmark this list for later.

At the very top of the list of the most affordable countries to visit is Laos. You will find low-cost lodging, cheap food and pocket-friendly local transport! With Mekong river towns, temples and mountain villages that are yet to be overwhelmed by the 21st century. Laos offers cheap, easy travel, without making your travel experience feel heavy.

Kazakhstan comes in the second position with low accommodation prices and cheap domestic transportation. Travellers can check out modern city Almaty, dramatic canyons, alpine lakes and endless steppes, all by not stretching their budget. Better infrastructure and smoother visa policies have made it all the more attractive to budget traveller.

Known for its exotic wildlife travel, this place won’t break the bank for sure. Rwanda is much cheaper when it comes to everyday travel. Beyond premium gorilla treks, costs for food, transport and lodging remain low, which make Rwanda an appealing wallet-friendly African option.

Ghana is a country that mixes rich history with affordability. Budget: Without blowing their budget, travellers can visit coastal forts, lively markets and cultural sites such as Accra. Street food, shared taxis and guesthouses help to keep daily budgets low, significantly easier for the traveller in Western Africa that is Ghana.

In Mongolia, the vast expanse and extraordinary landscape can overwhelm any kind of traveller. Beyond Ulaanbaatar, accommodation and food is cheap. It’s one of those places where you would not mind paying that extra penny for some unique experience.

Armenia is another cheapest place to visit in Europe, as per the data. With centuries-old monasteries, stunning mountain landscapes and hearty local cuisine, you can experience rewarding culture on a budget. Other modes of transportation and accommodation continue to be relatively easy on the pocket.

Lesser known Burkina Faso comes cheap, especially when compared on the day-to-day travel expenditure like accommodation and food. Once afar, there are cultural festivals, traditional villages and wildlife reserves that offer deep experiences for those looking to explore something unique, and within their budget too.

The Georgian Republic is still popular for budget travelers. Cheap lodging, inexpensive food, and minimal transportation fees make this place affordable, and offer more options to explore like historic cities, mountain ranges etc. It’s still one of the great budget getaways within Europe, currently.

The low cost of living in Mali helps contain daily travel expenses. Planning is important when travelling, but food, accommodation and transportation in these places are all quite budget-friendly. Those planning to travel on budget, can look forward to experience cultural heritage and the traditional way of life.

Myanmar (also known as Burma) edges its way into the top 10 cheapest countries to visit. Accommodation as well as food can be cheap, and one can explore more in less like checking out ancient temples, taking a boat along the river, or going through local markets. As usual, one will have to spend as per the experience they want to have, but for the adventurous traveller willing to go all out, Myanmar can provide powerful value as an immersive destination.

Disclaimer: Your daily travel expenses may be higher or lower. Estimated cost of travel is expressed in the value for a typical day; however they will vary depending on season, destination and how you spend your money. International airfare is excluded. Before booking, please cross-check prices and travel restrictions.