How much should I save for 4 weeks in Europe?

I usually allow between $1000 and $1500 per week to cover meals, groceries, fuel, road tolls/vignettes, sightseeing, souvenirs, etc. On my recent trip, the amount budgeted of $1250 per week was more than enough to cover all our daily expenses including a few fancy dinners.



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So, how much money do you really need for 3 weeks in Europe? While it varies depending on your travel style and destination, a budget of around $2,000 - $5,000 USD should cover your expenses. Of course, this is just a rough estimate - the more you can save, the better!

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Yes, you might even be able to travel 1.5–2 months across Europe. Depends on how much less than $5000 but even around $3000 you should be comfortable.

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It all depends on where you're going and what you plan to do during your trip. As you can see from our travel costs table above, some European cities are cheaper or more expensive than others. As a general rule, though, it's a good idea to budget at least $100 a day for your vacation.

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When you budget for a move abroad, you anticipate and save up towards those costs. The travel community online often suggests from $5000 to $8000 USD per person as a starting budget to move overseas. To calculate the budget that's right for you, review these five areas of finance and lifestyle.

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Choose versatile items you can mix and match. Some people swear by the 5-4-3-2-1 packing method -- five tops, four bottoms, three pairs of shoes and dresses, two swimsuits and bags, and one watch, hat, and pair of sunglasses.

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If you want to cover a lot of ground, one month gives you enough time to spend at least two or three nights in each destination. If, on the other hand, you want to do more than just scratch the surface of each country, it's best to stick to fewer destinations and travel at a slower pace.

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With 10,000 USD, you could easily travel around Europe for a few weeks. You could stay in budget hostels and eat at local restaurants or cook your own meals. If you plan carefully and look for deals, it's possible to stretch that amount even further.

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It can be done, but you'd have to budget money carefully and watch how much you spend on food, sights, etc (and that takes away some fun & spontaneity. I prefer to go the 3 star route and free up extra spending money (I'd still avoid fancy dinners every night).

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Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in most European cities. American Express is too, but perhaps less widely. Paying by card can be easier and more convenient. You don't need to worry about changing money at a foreign exchange counter, or worry about security when carrying cash around with you.

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TL;DR: Long-Term Travel Packing List
  1. 8 tops (4 t-shirts, 1-2 long-sleeved shirts, 1-2 tank tops, and 1 UPF shirt)
  2. 4 bottoms (2 travel pants/jeans, 1-2 skirts, 1 dress, 1-2 shorts/capri)
  3. Cold weather layers: 1 pair leggings, 1 thermal, 1 hoodie.
  4. 1 thin rain jacket.
  5. 4-8 underwear.
  6. 2-3 bras + sports bras.


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They do. Europeans lean more toward mid-toned jeans than we do, but in general any color is fair game. Right now, brightly colored skinny jeans are very popular in Europe and these style-color combinations are also easy enough to find in the US. Skinny jeans are often paired with looser, longer tops and boots or flats.

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On average, it's a good idea to put aside enough for £135 of currency in the UK each day but your budget will ultimately depend on how you like to travel (for example, budget or luxury) as well as how long you'll be away for.

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