Thinking about what to do with your annual bonuses? The long weekends coming up next month might have just the solution for you. Here’s a list of some best cheap places to visit outside India. No doubt we have everything in our beautiful country India. This country has every possible geography from deserts to forests, mountains to river valleys, beaches to lakes.
But honestly speaking, Indian tourist destinations over the recent years have become overcrowded & a bit of a cliche. With foreign tours generally being expensive, some places are cheaper & provide an awesome experience.
List Of The 15 Cheapest Places to Visit from India
Here’s the list of the top 15 cheap places to visit outside of India
15. Cambodia
5N/4D expense (including flights, food, hotels, sightseeing & visa): approx. ₹46,000/person
A country in Southeast Asia, Cambodia is home to the largest religious sight & a Hindu/Buddhist temple Shree Angkor Wat. Siem Reap is one of the other major attractions of the country, beaches of Sihanoukville, the colonial towns of Battambang, the rice fields of Mondulkiri, and the lush green park with quaint structures offering tranquillity.
14. UAE
5N/4D expense (including flights, food, hotels, sightseeing & visa): approx. ₹45,000/person
A country in the middle east, UAE has a lot to offer its tourists. From desserts to the beautiful city of Abu Dhabi to a luxurious stay in Dubai, one can witness all sorts of fun activities and adventures. The food is so tasty you would not miss home. Famous for gold jewelry & supercars, UAE is yet another cheap place to visit outside India.
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13. Philippines
5N/4D expense (including flights, food, hotels, sightseeing & visa): approx. ₹41,000/person
A country in Southeast Asia, the Philippines is a megadiverse country. Home to many endemic species, it is home to a huge number of flora and fauna, which one can see in their national parks & sanctuaries. The climate is usually hot & humid, making it ideal for escaping harsh north Indian winters. Chocolate Hills in Bohol is a major tourist attraction. The Philippines is a popular retirement destination for foreigners because of its climate and low cost of living, making it a cheap place to visit outside India.
12. Malaysia
5N/4D expense ((including flights, food, hotels, sightseeing & visa) : approx. ₹40,000/person
Its multicultural life defines a beautiful vacation destination, Malaysia. From rainforests to the busy city life of Kuala Lumpur, it has a lot to offer to people from every walk of life. Cities are a mix of charming & modern, with the iconic twin towers & teddyville Museum, a museum dedicated to teddy bears. Feel nature at Kota Kinabalu islands. The beautiful caves of Ipoh are also a major tourist attraction. The Tarik & Nasi Lemak are a must-try mouth-watering cuisine. An ideal cheap place to visit outside of India
11. Vietnam
5N/4D expense (including flights, food, hotels, sightseeing & visa): approx. ₹39,600/person
Recently hosted the FIFA world cup, Qatar is a country in the middle east famous for its deserts, mosques, and subtle city infrastructure despite having high-income levels & beautiful beaches. It offers so much to the tourists that they don’t find anyplace better than Qatar in the middle east. Yet another feather in the cap of cheap places to visit outside India.
10. Egypt
5N/4D expense (including flights, food, hotels, sightseeing & visa): approx. ₹39,500/person
Whenever someone mentions Egypt, the first thing which comes to our mind is the pyramids. But, other than pyramids, Egypt has a lot to offer, like the cities of Cairo, the capital city of Egypt, the famous city of Alexandria house to the iconic lighthouse, and museums & libraries. Water sports at the Nile river & of course the ancient Egyptian temples at Luxor. World-famous Egyptian cuisine is a must-try. Egypt is indeed a cheap place to visit outside India.
9. Laos
5N/4D expense (including flights, food, hotels, sightseeing & visa): approx. ₹39,300/person
Laos is a country in Southeast Asia known for its mountainous terrain, colonial architecture, hill tribe settlement & Buddhist monasteries. Pha That Luang, in the capital city of Vientiane houses relics of the lord Buddha himself. Patuxai war memorial refreshes painful memories of their colonialism. Talat Sao (Morning Market), a complex jammed with food, clothes, and craft stalls, makes you go shopping. You can visit all these sights for just under ₹100. Laos is cheap, beautiful & full of humble people with caring nature. A solid option for cheap places to visit outside India.
8. Turkey
5N/4D expense (including flights, food, hotels, sightseeing & visa): approx. ₹36,000/person
Turkey is situated between Europe & Asia. You can do the following activities in Turkey :
- Pamukkale Thermal Pools, famous for taking natural saunas
- Goreme National Park one can explore limestone formations.
- Cemberlitas Hamami for enjoying a Turkish Bath
- Dervish a place to Watch The Sacred Dance
- Visit The Ruins Of Ephesus
- Try Turkish Tobacco Nargile Bars
- Take A Trip Back In Time to the Archaeological Site of Troy
- Collect Artefacts from Kapali Carsisi
- Go Hiking at Mount Nemrut
You can do all this for just under ₹40,000, a cheap place to visit outside India.
7. Thailand
5N/4D expense (including flights, food, hotels, sightseeing & visa): approx. ₹35,000/person
Thailand is a mixture of religious sites, beaches, city life, and rural landscape. It’s an international Goa. From the Grand Palace to the temple of the dawn, aka Wat Arun, to the relaxing beaches of Phuket to the busy life of Bangkok, Thailand has a lot to offer to tourists. Authentic Thai cuisine is readily available anywhere in the country and is a must-try for those who love their food to be spicy. A pocket-friendly place like Thailand is a must-mention when discussing cheap places outside India.
6. Taiwan
5N/4D expense (including flights, food, hotels, sightseeing & visa): approx. ₹34,300/person
An island nation at the junction of the East & South China Sea. It’s very much populated and is famous for its skyscrapers & the city life. It is also famous for its cheap but best-in-quality electronic products; you might get on a shopping spree. All of this makes Taiwan another cheap place to visit outside of India
5. Myanmar
5N/4D expense (including flights, food, hotels, sightseeing & visa): approx. ₹31,000/person
Our neighbor Myanmar is a little wonderland in itself. Do these things in Myanmar to have a more adventurous & fun-filled holiday:
- Climb The Famous Mandalay Hill
- Witness The Scenic Sunset At Shwedagon Pagoda
- Count Your Steps At The U Bein Bridge
- Trek Through The Splendid Views Of Kalaw
- Try The Delicious Burmese Cuisines
- Go On A Shopping Spree In Yangon
- Traverse The Remarkable Saddan Cave
Imagine doing all this at a pocket-friendly price. Visiting Myanmar is truly a cheap & blissful experience, making it to the list of cheap places outside India.
4. Georgia
5N/4D expense (including flights, food, hotels, sightseeing & visa): approx. ₹28,000/person
A country at the intersection of Europe and Asia, Georgia is a wonderland. It’s a pocket-friendly Europe tour. Full of ancient orthodox churches, mountains, and modern architecture makes Georgia a must-visit place. Bridge of Peace, Narikala Fortress, Holy Trinity Cathedral of Tbilisi, Batumi beaches, Batumi boulevard, Batumi Dolphinarium, Gergeti Trinity Church, Ali & Nino statues are a few tourist attractions. Entry to all the monuments and churches is free of cost, making it one of the cheap places to visit outside India.
3. Nepal
5N/4D expense (including flights, food, hotels, sightseeing & visa): approx. ₹20,000/person
Nepal is a landlocked country situated to the north of us. We Indians do not require a visa to visit Nepal & denominations of up to ₹200 are legal in Nepal. Things to do in Nepal are sightseeing in Kathmandu, Adventure activities at Pokhara like ziplining, bungee jumping, etc. Chitwan National Park, Bardia National Park, trekking at Annapurna Circuit, flying in a helicopter over Mt. Everest, enjoying views of Everest from Goyoko Lake, etc. Truly a cheap place to visit outside of India
2. Sri Lanka
5N/4D expense (including flights, food, hotels, sightseeing & visa): approx. ₹19,700/person
An island nation in the Bay of Bengal & the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is a beautiful place to go when you need a break from your chaotic life. It is a lush green country with lots of beautiful beaches & forests apart from the cities. Toy trains, tuk tuks, and trains running along sea shore make Sri Lanka a truly aesthetic country. One can visit Buddhist monasteries, British era churches, old Hindu temples, colonial-era buildings, the famous Ashoka Vatika, etc. The cost of Living is cheaper compared to India, making it an ideal cheap place to visit outside India.
1. Bhutan
5N/4D expense (including food, hotels, sightseeing & visa) : approx. ₹10,000/person
A landlocked country in Eastern Himalayas, Bhutan is a package in itself. A country focused on sustainability, it has a very restricted tourist presence. Flights might be expensive, but the cheaper way to get there is by road from Kolkata or Siliguri. One can hike up the tiger nest, attend the vibrant festivals of Bhutan, taste the authentic Bhutanese cuisine, see the exotic wildlife, view the second highest mountain peak of the world, K2 & much more. All of this can be covered under ₹1500-2000/day per person, making it one of the cheapest places to visit outside India.