emay

Hi guys!
I'm an aussie, and yes our dollar is falling.
I've booked my flights into Milan next July and I'm starting to wonder... How long can I make this trip last?!
So I'm asking you, not including big flights or expensive trains, how much money will I go through a day, on average, to see as much of Europe as I can!
I'm not looking to go for any longer than 3 months.
I want to budget for my accomodation (hostels, airBnB), transport (trains, cheap short flights, busses) and plenty of money for some tours and some drinking.
I realise each place will vary AND I am starting in peak season, but just a rough guide please
What does everyone think?
Thanks!

sparkchaser

It really depends on what kind of lodging you want, how you want to eat, what you want to buy, and how much moving around you will do. For one person, 200 Euro per day should be good (again, I don't know your travel preferences and have picked a number I would be happy with). For two people, make it 250-275 Euro per day.

Buy the plane ticket now, and adjust your food, lodging, and shopping to accommodate your budget when the time comes.

emay

Thanks sparkchaser!
Lodging I'm happy to keep it as minimal as I have to, same for eating!
Do you think 200euro would still be alright for someone moving around a lot? I think I'd be moving cities every 3/4 days, and moving countries every week or so depending on how big it is!!

sparkchaser

If you get your train/bus/plane tickets early enough and you pick destinations carefully, your travels could be absorbed into the numbers I gave. Look into a Euroline pass (or similar): https://www.eurolines-pass.eu/?affil...f-5227c2ca0585

If it is just you traveling, you can find accommodations for around 50 Euro per night (on average) and eat for less than 50 Euro per day (much, much less in some places).

Then again, if you want to "see as much of Europe" as you can, perhaps a bus tour might be a better choice?

adrienne

200 Euro per day should be fine, depending on where you go. Some countries such as Portugal, Poland, and Turkey will be cheaper so you can save money in these places.

You've mentioned hostels and AirBnB. I'm wondering why AirBnB is so popular and why people decide ahead that this is what they will use to book lodgings before they've even looked at the offerings. I would not limit myself to AirBnB as an alternative to hostels. There are other apartment choices and many inexpensive hotels to choose from that you will miss if you only use AirBnB.

See if your local library has copies of Let's Go guide books. These are guides for budget travelers and have very good suggestions on eating and sleeping. The introductions have wonderful information on general travel. You can also access these (and other) guides on line.

emay

Hi Adrienne,
I have the lonely planet Europe in a Shoestring which is given me some great ideas.
Sparkchaser, I'm not interested in a tour. When I say "see as much as I can" I more mean get as far as I can in my time frame. I'm not looking to fly through the capital cities seeing only the famous landmarks, but at the same time I do want to experience as much as possible.

sparkchaser

Look into the bus pass I posted above and see if that does what you need.

I think you could easily do it on 150 Euro per day (or less) but it's better to plan for 200 Euro per day. That way you can enjoy yourself without stressing about money.

emay

Absolutely I'll check it out!
Appreciate your help

nytraveler

Inyour planning I would categorize countries by budget:

Switz and Scand are incredibly expensive
Most of western europe is moderate, with Portugal and Spain somewhat less
Most of central europe is less expensive

To get an idea have a look at the cost of decent hostels (do check the rankings for good ones, rather than the party type with less security and potentiak drug/alcohol problems)

In terms of night life be aware that in europe hard liquor and mixed drinks can be shockingly expensive (even to a New Yorker) but basic wine and beer, esp in student pubs and cafes, can be very inexpensive.

I would do a little research no, bulind a budget from the ground up - and not forgetting the cost of major sights which can be substantial in some places - but free in others (many UK museums are free)

janisj

You have tagged your thread for turkey . . It doesn't sound like that is the only place you want to visit.

So where are you asking about???

TDudette

One thing to consider in your planning: if you can take day trips from a central location, it's possible the hotel would give you a break for staying longer than 3/4 days.

Have a wonderful time!

Diane

I think you can easily do this on 150 euro per day or less, depending on how frugal you want to be. Especially if you stay in hostels and prepare some of your own meals.

Have you checked out www.hostelworld.com? There are many low cost options and some of the hostels offer free city tours, as well.

Good luck!
Diane

emay

Hi janisj. My tag was accidental. My question is exactly what I have above.
Thanks Dianne, hostel world is a good one!
Good to know that scand/Switzerland are more expensive! I'll be sure to check out the major sites too - I hadn't thought of those being expensive!