

Comparison
Hanoi or Ksamil? Which to choose for a group trip
Hanoi or Ksamil: budget, best time and vibe side by side, to decide with your group where to go.
| Hanoi | Ksamil | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | 🇻🇳 Vietnam | 🇦🇱 Albania |
| Budget | €€€budget.1 | €€€budget.1 |
| Best time | Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec | Jun–Jul, September |
| Vibe | Food & WineCultureAdventure | RelaxNature |
Which one?
- Pick Hanoi if your group is after good food and wine and art and culture. The best time to go is Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec.
- Pick Ksamil if your group is after relaxing and nature. The best time to go is Jun–Jul, September.
Still split? Put both in a trip on Roamie: everyone gives their points and, if needed, the wheel decides.

Hanoi
Vietnam
The flight is the only big expense: after that, street food, hotels and transport cost very little. It is the starting point for Ha Long Bay cruises and trains to the north.
- Best time
- Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec
- Budget
- €€€budget.1
Food & WineCultureAdventureFrom the guide Budget group trips: 6 destinations where your money goes further

Ksamil
Albania
Turquoise water and islets you can swim to, a few kilometres from the ancient site of Butrint. In June and September group houses are very affordable.
- Best time
- Jun–Jul, September
- Budget
- €€€budget.1
RelaxNatureFrom the guide Budget group trips: 6 destinations where your money goes further
General, indicative information: seasons, prices and conditions change, so always check before you go.