About the Trip Budget Calculator
Plan your holiday spending before you book. Add fares, hotel, food, local travel, tickets and shopping to see your total trip cost, cost per person and per day, and whether you are within budget.
How to use the Trip Budget Calculator
- Enter the number of travellers, nights and rooms.
- Fill in travel, hotel, food and other costs.
- Add a buffer for emergencies.
- Compare with your budget and adjust.
Formula used
Total = travel + (hotel × rooms × nights) + (food × people × days) + (local × days) + activities + extras + buffer %, where days = nights + 1.
Frequently asked questions
How much buffer should I keep?
Keeping 10–15% extra covers price changes, tips and small emergencies.
How can I reduce trip costs?
Book trains and flights early, travel off-season, choose homestays, and eat where locals eat.
Does it include GST on hotels?
Enter hotel prices including taxes for an accurate total.
Last reviewed: November 7, 2026