An aerial view of Hanoi at sunset (Photo: Shutterstocks/hoangduy)

Backpackers need only 18.3 USD in Vietnam’s capital, according to the 2020 Backpacker Index compiled by Alpha Travel Insurance, a leading British provider of low cost holiday insurance. The index released this week ranked major cities in the region based on the minimum budget travelers would need for a day to cover accommodation, transport, meals, drinks and attractions.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s southern metropolis, came third, with daily expenses estimated at more than1 9 USD while ancient town Hoi An in central Quang Nam province ranked sixth at more than 21 USD. Lao capital Vientiane was second on the list.

(Source: VnExpress/VOVWORLD)