When you think international destinations, do you immediately start wondering how much you’ll have to save to get there? Fret no more, dear Indian traveller. The good news is that there are plenty of international destinations you can visit without having to mortgage your house. Here are our top picks:
Disclaimer: Please note, the prices mentioned are a rough per day estimate. These can vary depending on the season, the booking time, and exchange rate.
If all you have is a few days off, and you want to get out of the country, head to Colombo. Visit the Gangaramaya Temple and other nearby temples. Walk around in the Colombo Fort area where every building has a rich history, and so many tales to tell. Bargain to your heart’s content at Pettah Market and savour delicious Sri Lankan food, especially if you like seafood. A flight ticket here will cost you INR 7K. An Airbnb will cost you around 3K per night.
A day spent here will cost you approx 3,700, counting transportation, food, and accommodation. Find a great property to stay at down below.
Krabi is one of those international trip destinations about which you can safely say – “Ah, the pictures weren’t photoshopped!” The white beaches, blue waters, and coral reefs are actually that lovely. Scuba diving enthusiasts can have a whale of a time here and there’s plenty of exotic flora and fauna in the tropical forests if you’re up for some exploring. A one way air ticket here will cost you INR 12K. You can find decent stay options here for INR 2,200.
A day of commuting, eating and accommodation in Krabi will cost you around INR 2,800. Book a great property to stay at down below.
Just across the border and a very cheap flight away from New Delhi sits Kathmandu (INR 5K for a one way trip) – with promises of mountains and spirituality. Apart from being a gateway to the Himalayas for mountaineering enthusiasts, a trip to Kathmandu is a nice blend of the modern and the traditional. Durbar Square is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and has several palaces and temples waiting to be explored. The Thamel area has tons of shops selling everything from mountaineering gear to souvenirs. The Pashupatinath Temple is the city’s oldest Hindu temple, while the Bodhnath Stupa is one of the oldest Buddhist temples in the world.
Accomodation, commutation and food here will cost you around INR 1,800. Know more about Nepal here. Below is a great property to stay at.
Although Lebanon is a Middle Eastern country, the culture has similarities with Mediterranean lifestyles rather than the former. Obviously, because it neighbours Egypt and Syria, there will definitely be influences of Arab sensibilities. An airplane ticket to this stunner is around INR 17K (one way trip). If you get a decently priced Airbnb, it will cost you around INR 2K. When there, head to the Byblos or Baalbek (if you're a history and archaeology buff).
A day here will cost you around INR 2,600. Check out the property below to carry out out your trip with better ease.
With its Portuguese influence clearly visible in the buildings and streets, Malacca is truly one of the top economical international trips from India, and a city that is brimming with history. Jonker Street is a great place to stumble upon antiques and other collectibles. With its myriad colours, Malacca is a photographer’s delight too. Get here by road after a flight to the country’s capital – Kuala Lumpur, it’ll just take you about an hour and a half. A one way ticket to Malacca will cost you around INR 8K.
Roaming around in this city, plus the food and accommodation will cost you around INR 2,800. Find a superb bnb to book, below!
A one way airplane ticket to Bangkok is about INR 6,200. Exploring the city, and stay will cost you under INR 2,600. Because if you plan reasonably well in advance, tickets to Bangkok are pretty cheap from Mumbai, New Delhi or any other major Indian city. And Bangkok is not just a retail therapy haven, but it is also full of beautiful Buddhist temples, lip smackingly delicious street food and lovely floating markets.
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Rice plantations so green that you wonder if nature has some kind of photoshop. Intricately sculpted temples, blue-green seas and sandy beaches – these are just a few things from the mixed goody bag that is Bali. Visit the crafts villages in Ubud and the surrounding villages. Water sports enthusiasts have tons of options to go surfing or diving. You can also trek up Mount Batur, one of Bali’s active volcanoes. After your trek, treat those sore muscles to a relaxing Balinese massage. An airplane ticket to this place will cost you around INR 12K, an Airbnb over here will cost you INR 2K, and exploring it, along with food expenses will cost you INR 2,500.
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The Maldives, with its turquoise waters, colourful sea life and exotic spas, has in recent years been wooing the Indian traveller like never before. The underwater life in the sea lends a whole new meaning to the term colourful, and scuba diving enthusiasts are set to have a highly memorable experience. A flight ticket here will cost you INR 7K, and chilling along with food, accommodation, and commutation will cost you under 3K.
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Yes, Thailand features again in our list of cheap international trips from India. That’s how budget friendly it is. The world first noticed Phuket after the 1974 James Bond flick – The Man With the Golden Gun was shot there. It continues to attract travellers with its sandy beaches, clear waters and vibrant nightlife.
Booking an Airbnb over here will cost you about INR 2,500, whereas a one way flight will cost around INR 8K. Taking the accommodation in consideration, chilling and exploring here will cost you around 3K (per day). In fact, do check out the property below to see what kind of options you have.
Cambodia is the hot new international travel destination that everyone is heading to for a chill vacay. And if you're someone who really enjoys lush, green landscapes and the feel of being in a tropical set up - this is the perfect destination. The architecture you see in the city is the bi-product of the Khmer empire's reign. While here, you must go see The National Museum of Cambodia, or take a ride along the Mekong & Tonle Sap river over the sunset.
If you book a ticket at least two months ahead, you can find airplane tickets for around 9K. One day spent here (food and accommodation included) will cost you around INR 3K. And, do take a look at the property below, for more insight.
Bordering Saudi Arabia and UAE, this beautiful middle eastern city is definitely worth the trip. Also, it is a coastal city, so we definitely think that adds to the charm of the entire city. A one way flight ticket to this place will cost you around INR 9K.
In Oman the accommodation is relatively more affordable so that's definitely another plus point. If you decide to go here, we suggest you head to the Red Dunes, Wadi Safari, Mutrah Souq (a very famous Arab Market) & the grand Mosque. A day over here (accommodation, commute and food included) can cost you around INR 2,500.
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Hanoi in Vietnam is a good example of a city that blends its rustic, traditional aspects well with its modern development. You can definitely spot influences of Chinese and Asian cultures on its markets, streets, and infrastructure (if you go the older and markets or neighborhoods).
Also, whether you choose to go to Hanoi or not, you must see the very famous Golden Bridge. An airplane trip one way to Hanoi, though will cost you around INR 8K. An Airbnb property can cost you around INR 1,200 for a night. A day spent here can cost you anything from INR 1,500 to 2K.
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The airplane tickets to Budapest are a little pricier than usual; INR 18K to be precise. But to be fair, the accommodation makes up for it. You can easily find Airbnb properties here for around INR 1,800 for a night. Plus, you have to go see the lovely architecture of the city! You must visit the Heroes Square, Gellert Baths, and St. Stephen's Basilica.
A day here will cost you around INR 2,200 (accommodation, food and commute included).
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Flight tickets to this place can cost you around INR 9K (If you get super lucky! Or plan way in advance). Vientiane, Laos is quite mystic (I know that doesn't sound right coming from a brown person, but wait till you see the images of their ancient rebellious statues). On that note, you've got to see Xieng Khuan (A garden with 200 ancient statues) and Wat Ho Phra Keo. You can get Airbnb properties here for about INR 1,500 (again, plan!).
A day spent here (commuting, food and accommodation included) will cost you around INR 2,200.
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