8 International Trips From India That Will Cost Less Than an iPhone 7

People in our country can sometimes be very vain, to a point where they wouldn’t think twice to sell their kidney for an iPhone 7. But life is more than just a fancy phone. There are better things to put your money into. For example, the iPhone 7 in India is priced at approximately 70k! Well, one would only wish they had the same amount of money to travel international destinations. What if we told you we have some in mind? Here are 

8 Cheap international trips from India that cost less than an iPhone. 

Disclaimer: This is for the people who are travel junkies and ready to bear anything for the sake of travel or rather budget travelers and backpackers.

1. Bhutan

The land of joy and happiness, Bhutan is a culturally, visually and philosophically vibrant place. It is also an important place for the Buddhists. Bhutan shares its borders with India and can be easily visited under a budget.

Recommended Duration of stay: 6 days

Air Tickets: India has air services from the mainland to Bagdogra, the nearest airport to the border. The total cost of the trip will be around INR 6000. And a bus journey connecting to Bhutan will cost around INR 2000.

Cost of Stay: A good homestay will start from Rs 500 onwards.

Where to eat: Bhutan has no shortage of good food at really affordable prices with restaurants such as Bhutan Kitchen, Bukhari Restaurant, Karma's Coffee and Musk Restaurant that offer good meals at affordable prices.

What to see and do: Must see locations in Bhutan are Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Haa Valley. Attractions cover Monasteries, temples, farmhouses, National Memorial Chorten, Takin Zoo and Folk Heritage Museum.

Approximate total cost for this trip: INR 40,000

2. Singapore

Singapore is the business and commercial capital of Asia. But that does not stop it from pampering its visitors with its jubilance and energy. Home to many Indians, Singapore is just a 5-hour flight away from here.

Recommended Duration of Stay: 2 days

Air Tickets: If planned and booked in advance by 6 months, a round trip would cost between 25-26000 INR.

Cost of Stay: A good room at a budget hotel would cost around 1000 INR.

Where to eat: Here are some restaurants that are cheap in the pocket: Chopsuey, Ding Dong, Blue Ginger and ZamZam

What to do and see: Exploring Sentosa, Underwater World or Universal Studios and other popular attractions are Gardens By The Bay, Woodlands, Singapore Flyer, Merlion Bay, Little India.

Approximate total cost for this trip: INR 60,000

3. Indonesia

With 18,110 islands this Large Archipelago called Indonesia is a land beyond description. The mountains are a remnant of the volcanic eruptions around the land. But the landscape is pristine and beautiful adorned by rice terraces or rainforest, bright beaches and vivid blue seas that double as one of Asia’s largest natural reserves, wildlife sanctuary and recreation destinations.

Recommended Duration of Stay: 4 days

Air Tickets: Booking in advance may fetch a lower price but on an average, the tickets cost around 35000.

Cost of Stay: Staying in Indonesia can be cheap with hotels and rooms available from 700 per night.

Where to eat: Gorge on some good Asian food atWarung (Food Stalls), Lesehan, Kaki-Lima and Warteg.

What to see and do: Bali, Java, Yogyakarta, Jakarta, and Sumatra. Ther are many things one can indulge in such as Bali Village cycling tour, Spa treatments at places like Anika spa, water sports, and volcano tours.

Approximate total cost for this trip: INR 52,000

4. Vietnam

Not a mainstream place to be, but filled with beauty and warmth Vietnam has done well for itself with the rise in tourism and travel. Its landscapes have been blessed with beauty and exoticism.

Recommended Duration of Stay: 3 days

Air Tickets: Round trip flights if booked 6 months in advance, will average cost INR 30,000. Air Asia offers budget flights from India to Vietnam.

Cost of Stay: Ho Chi Minh City provides dormitory rooms with rates as low as INR 400 per night. Single rooms in budget hotels range from INR 700 onwards per night.

Where to eat: Enjoy some Vietnamese cuisine at Cha Ca Street, Nguyen Truong, Spicy Restaurant and GanhHao

Things to do: Local market tours, island tours, and wildlife tours. Hanoi, Kayaking at Ha Long Bay, Nha Trang, Ho Chi Minh City.

Approximate total cost for this trip: INR 48,000

5. Thailand

If there is one international destination that is as happening as Goa near India it must be Thailand. Spread with tropical beaches, opulent royal palaces, ancient ruins and ornate temples the country will give you the best of both worlds.

Recommended Duration of Stay: 6 Days

Air Tickets: tickets costs, if boarding at Delhi or Mumbai starts at 25000.

Cost of Stay: Thailand has enough budget stay options beginning at 600 rupees.

Where to eat: Street food is the must-have in Thailand but for the sake of various other options are: Om Garden Café and Baan Benjarong

Places To Visit: Bangkok, Pattaya and coral islands, Ayutthaya, Chiang Mai. Major attractions that are a must-see are Ancient Buddha temples, floating markets, and elephant show etc.

Approximate total cost for this trip: INR 43,000

6. Qatar

The land of wonderful souqs, sheesha, Islamic art, heritage, and culture: Qatar. It mesmerizes its visitors with its charm like a belly dancer to the darbuka. It’s a perfect amalgamation of tradition and modernity with its skyscrapers on one side and its old monuments on the other.

Recommended Duration of Stay: 4 days

Air Tickets: Flight costs range at INR 25000 if booked 6 months in advance.

Cost of Stay: Good hotels offer to stay at Rs 1000 per night.

Where to eat: Some eateries at Qatar that won't pinch your pockets: Al-Mourjan, Al-Tawash Restaurant, and Batteel Café

What to do and see: Doha, Dhal Al Misfir, Khor Al Adaid Natural Reserves and Zubarah Fort. Helicopter rides, dune bashing and camel rides are a must do for the thrill seekers

Approximate total cost for this trip: INR 57,000

7. Sri- Lanka

A panorama with temples, wildlife sanctuaries, memorable scenery and cultural highlights basically what the beautiful land of Sri Lanka offers the world.

Recommended Duration of Stay: 5 days

Air Tickets: Taking a flight from Chennai that costs around INR 8000 onwards will be the cheapest option. But a direct flight from Delhi may cost up to 20,000 INR.

Cost of Stay: Budget hostels start at INR 600/night. Hotel rooms in Kandy, Bentota and so on, hotel rooms range from INR 1000 onwards per night.

Where to eat: Lovely Sri Lankan cuisine can be tasted at Yaal Restaurant, Bombay Sweet Mahal, Ceylon Tea Moments and Hansa Coffee.

What to see and do: Colombo, Kandy, NuwaraEliya and Bentota. Major hubs include Temple of Tooth Relic, boating or fishing on Lake Gregory, Seetha Eliya garden and temple from famous Ramayana, turtle hatchery etc.

Approximate total cost for this trip: INR 54,000

8. Egypt

Dine with the Ramses and the Pharos of yester years. The ancient kingdom of Egypt hypnotizes everyone with its charm!

Recommended Duration of Visit: 5 Days

Air Tickets: Kuwait Airways from Mumbai: INR 29,500

Cost of Stay: INR 5000 for 5 days at Cecilia Hostel, Cairo

Where to eat: Some good Egyptian joints: Mohammed Ahmed Restaurant, Sofra Restaurant & Café, and Kadoura

What to see and do: The Pyramids at Giza are a must see and tourist cities include Alexandria, Aswan, the Red Sea and Sinai.

Approximate total cost for this trip: INR 60,000

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