Budget travel that's actually tested, not theoretical

Cheap Trip Guide exists for one reason: most travel advice assumes a budget most people don't have. We write for travelers who want to see more of the world without going into debt to do it — real numbers, real routes, and advice that's actually been tested on the ground.

Every guide on this site is built around a simple question: what does this actually cost, and how do you do it for less without making the trip worse? That means specific prices, specific neighborhoods, and specific routes — not vague tips like "eat local food" with no detail behind them.

What you'll find here

• Destination guides — realistic daily budgets and how to hit them.
• Itineraries — full routes with a day-by-day cost breakdown.
• Transportation — the cheapest reliable way to get from A to B.
• Accommodation — where to actually stay, not just "book a hostel."
• Food & drink — how to eat well without eating into your budget.
• Money-saving tips — the habits that add up over a long trip.

Who writes it

Alex Rivera

Founder & Editor

Alex has spent the last eight years traveling on a shoestring budget across more than 50 countries, from overnight trains in Southeast Asia to hitchhiking through the Balkans. Cheap Trip Guide is where Alex shares the practical, tested advice that makes long-term budget travel possible for anyone.