How much does a trip to Europe cost?

A mid-range 7-day trip to Europe typically costs $1,500-$3,000 per person including flights ($400-$900), hotels ($100-$200/night), food ($50-$100/day), and activities ($30-$80/day). Budget travelers can do it for $1,000-$1,500, while luxury travelers may spend $5,000+.

How do I calculate a travel budget?

Add up these categories: flights (round-trip), accommodation (nightly rate × nights), food (daily budget × days), local transport, activities/tours, travel insurance, shopping/souvenirs, and a 10-15% contingency buffer. Our calculator does this automatically for 100+ destinations.

Travel Budget Calculator (2026) — Estimate Trip Costs by Destination

Estimate your total trip cost for 100+ destinations. Covers flights, hotels, food, activities, transport, and more — adjusted for your travel style and group size.

✈️ Trip Details

Destination

Duration (Nights)

Travelers

🏠 Travel Style

Budget Level

Flight Class

Season

🎫 Activities & Extras

Activities per Day

Shopping Budget

Travel Insurance

Estimated Total Trip Budget

$4,850

$2,425 per person • $692/day for 2

Budget Breakdown by Category

How to Use This Calculator

Select your destination, travel dates, group size, and preferred travel style. The calculator estimates costs based on average prices for each destination, adjusted for season and budget level. All figures are in USD.

What's Included in the Estimate

Flights: Round-trip airfare based on class, destination distance, and season
Accommodation: Per-night hotel/hostel costs adjusted for destination and star rating
Food: 3 meals/day per person at your budget level (street food to fine dining)
Local Transport: Taxis, metro, buses, ride-shares within the destination
Activities: Tours, museums, excursions, attractions admission fees
Shopping: Souvenirs, gifts, personal shopping
Insurance: Travel insurance for the trip duration
Buffer: 10% contingency for unexpected costs

Tips to Save on Your Trip

Book flights 6-8 weeks in advance for best economy fares
Travel during shoulder season for 20-40% savings vs peak
Use hotel reward points or book apartments for longer stays
Eat where locals eat — away from tourist areas
Get a travel credit card with no foreign transaction fees