Top 5 Destinations for Budget Travelers

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You may wonder which travel destination is affordable and does not cost much. Which is the one country that is also so cheap that you will not have to pay more than Rs.1000/- per day? Is there any destination out there where I can plan a holiday within my budget? All these questions may bug you. But fortunately, some destinations are far cheaper and are ideally suited for budget travelers. So here are the top 5 destinations for budget travelers that we have scooped out for you after in-depth research. They will not leave a big hole in your pocket and even with the money you have, you will enjoy eating, traveling, and staying in these destinations.

Cambodia

Cambodia comes under the top 5 destinations for budget travelers in South East Asia. Cambodia is famous for its world-renowned Angkor Wat. Cambodia is full of many other equally magnificent temples. There are lush green forests, beaches, emerald rice plantations, and royal structures. Budget travelers love Cambodia because of its affordable travel. Even if you spend a week in Cambodia, you won’t have to pay more than you had expected. You will find decent dormitories and hostels at cheap rates. Tuk-tuks are a cheap mode of transport here. Food is dirt cheap too.

  • Ideal duration of visit to Cambodia: 5 – 6 days
  • Cambodia travel budget: Rs.45,000 for one week’s stay.
  • Best time to visit Cambodia: November to April
  • Cambodia currency: Cambodia Riel (KHR)
  • Top places in Cambodia: Bayon Temple, Angkor Wat, Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Sihanoukville, Koh Rong, National Museum of Cambodia.

Vietnam

Vietnam is famous for its street food and this is also one of the top 5 destinations for budget travelers. Vietnam has immense natural beauty. Halong Bay is one of the most scenic wonders of Vietnam with limestone islands. The largest caves in the world, which are Hang Son Doong are also in Vietnam. Travel to Vietnam is very cheap. You will get good accommodation at Rs.400 per night. There are many inns, dorms, hostels, and homestays where you will find a cheap stay. You can eat meals here on a cheap budget. Taking a boat or yacht cruise also won’t cost you more. The Hindu and Buddhist temple shrines are also worth visiting on a tour of Vietnam.

  • Ideal duration of visit to Vietnam: 10 – 12 days
  • Vietnam travel budget: Rs.40,000 for a week-long stay.
  • Best season to visit Vietnam: March to May, September to November
  • Vietnam currency: Vietnamese Dong (VND)
  • Best places in Vietnam: Halong Bay, Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta, Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, My Son, Sapa Countryside, Hanoi

Bhutan

One of the cheapest countries you can visit from India is Bhutan. There is every reason why we have included Bhutan in our top 5 destinations for budget travelers. Bhutan is full of amazing landscapes and cliff-top monasteries. Air travel to Bhutan won’t cost you more than INR 6000/-. Besides, you will get cheap accommodation in guest houses for under Rs.600 per night. If you have enough money, you can spend it on meals, as you will get a full breakfast, lunch, and dinner in hotels under Rs.600 for two people. Most of the places in Bhutan can be visited either by foot or by bus or minivans. These also are very cheap compared to transport in many European countries.

  • Ideal duration of visit to Bhutan: 6 – 8 days
  • Bhutan travel budget: Rs.35,000/- for a week-long stay.
  • Best time to visit Bhutan: March to May
  • Bhutan currency: Bhutanese Ngultrum (BTN)
  • Top places in Bhutan: Thimpu, Paro, Trongsa, Jigme Dorji National Park, Punakha, Wangdue Phodrang, Jakar.

Sri Lanka

The pearl-shaped island nation of Sri Lanka is one of our top 5 destinations for budget travelers. The famous beaches of Sri Lanka, lush green forests, mind-blowing architecture, and tea plantations are the top tourist attractions in Sri Lanka. Most dormitories are very decent and offer rooms as cheap as Rs.1000 per night. A Sri Lankan meal will cost you around Rs.500 per person, which is far too cheaper than in other neighboring countries. You can travel by local transport such as buses very cheaply. But you can also travel by train or rent a vehicle here. You will find so many places to visit in Sri Lanka and you can spend your days traveling, sightseeing, eating out, or basking under the sun on beaches.

  • Ideal duration of visit to Sri Lanka: 8 – 10 days
  • Sri Lanka travel budget: Rs.35,000 for a vacation of a week.
  • Best time to visit Sri Lanka: December to March (west coast) and April to September (east coast).
  • Sri Lanka currency: Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR)
  • Top places in Sri Lanka: Kandy, Colombo, Sigiriya, Galle, Yala National Park, Anuradhapura, Pollonnaruwa, Ella, Udawalawe National Park.

Turkey

You can set aside an affordable budget if you want to visit Turkey. There are beautiful sights such as Hagia Sophia, Kabak Bay, Aspendos, and Topkapi Palace to name a few of them. Istanbul, Antalya, and Pamukkale are some of the famous cities that you can visit here in Turkey. Turkey also comes under our list of the top 5 destinations for budget travelers. You can get budget accommodation for as low as Rs.500 per day. Meals are fabulous and way cheap than in most European countries. Turkish food is a must-have during your visit to Turkey. Air tickets will not be more than Rs.35,000. Turkey is blessed with beaches on the Black Sea and the Mediterranean Sea.

  • Ideal duration of visit to Turkey: 7 – 10 days
  • Turkey travel budget: Rs.30,000/-
  • Best time to visit Turkey: April to June and October to November
  • Turkey currency: New Turkish Lira (YTL)
  • Top places in Turkey: Hagia Sophia, Cappadocia, Topkapı Palace, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Mount Nemrut, Aspendos, Troy, Bosphorus.

FAQ

Which is the cheapest country to visit from India?

Nepal is the cheapest country that you can visit from India. Other countries are Laos, Bhutan, Burma, Thailand, and Egypt.

What are some tips to travel on a cheap budget to international destinations?

You can buy cheap flight tickets in advance, do a walking tour, eat in safe and popular places, and opt for cheap transport modes.

Which destinations are the cheapest for flights?

Kathmandu in Nepal, Colombo in Sri Lanka, Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam, Hong Kong, Dubai in UAE, and Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia are destinations where flight tickets are cheap.



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