Top 10 India Holidays That Would Fit Your Budget

A long weekend beckons; festive holidays are approaching. Your surroundings are set abuzz with who intends to do what during the time. Your friends want to plan a quick getaway trip, and you are hell bent to tag along. In all this, the Budget factor clouds the level of your excitement. You are fretting more over it than the following Monday. There are some places which should be on your India holidays list. Here’s a list of 10 holiday packages in India, that could fit right within your budget.

Budget Friendly India Holidays

1. Goa

Common to all, unknown to none, this destination is a lead-runner in everyone’s favourite India tour packages list. Lean back under a shack, scout through the historical monuments, a stroll in the local markets; from serene beaches to buzzing nightlife, Goa strikes that perfect chord among its travellers.

Tips for a perfect budget trip*

• Standard Duration: 2 nights & 3 days
• Travel Type: Train – (From: Mumbai To: Madgaon; Return Fare starting from: INR 450)
• Accommodation: A decent stay starts f
• rom INR 398 per night
• Food: Enjoy the best food at affordable prices at the beach shacks. An enjoyable meal for two could cost you as low as between INR 150 – 250
• Vehicle rentals: Hiring a self-driven car can cost from INR 700 onwards per day; For bike rental, the price could range from anywhere between INR 250 – INR 800 per day, depending on the opted model

2. Darjeeling

Another must have on the India holidays list is the beautiful Darjeeling. The ‘Queen of the hills’ stands as one of the favourite holiday destinations among domestic and international tourists alike. Enjoy -sipping on the famous Darjeeling tea, strolling through the tea estates, driving through lush green meadows and the magnificent views of the snowy Kanchenjunga, the third highest mountain in the world. Believe it or not Darjeeling has an array of plants to get to know of and some incredible wildlife such as the red pandas, barking deer and many more. Darjeeling is your ideal place to find peace in nature’s lap.

Tips for a perfect budget trip*

• Standard Duration: 2 nights & 3 days
• Travel: 
  • Bus – (From: Kolkata To: Siliguri; Return Fare starting from: INR 490)
  • Bus – (From: Siliguri To: Darjeeling; Return Fare Starting from: INR 260)
• Accommodation:  A decent stay starts from INR 540 per night
• Food: INR 200 onwards

3. Lonavala

Looking for a quick weekend getaway? Lonavala, by default, makes a cut in the India holidays list. This hill station near Mumbai is blessed with green valleys, caves and ancient Buddhist shrines carved with elaborate sculptures. Although not too far away from the busy city life, Lonavla has somehow maintained its position as the place of tranquillity for a quick getaway. Monsoon is the best time to visit for some scenic views of the valleys and some natural water creeks formed by the rainfalls.

Tips for a perfect budget trip*

• Standard Duration: 2 nights & 3 days
• Travel: Train (From: Mumbai To: Lonavala; Return Fare starting from: INR 130)
• Accommodation: A decent stay could cost you from INR 1210 onwards per night.
• Food: Starting from approximately INR 150 for a good meal

4. Alleppey – Top among India holidays

Also known as Alappuzha, this city is well known amongst India Holidays destinations for its houseboat sails, along the countryside Kerala blackwaters, avenues of canals, and lagoons. The oldest planned city of Kerala, Alleppey is termed as its Venetian Capital. If you just want to laze around, while cruising through the blackwaters in houseboats, Alleppey is a must-go-to destination on your India travel list.

Tips for a perfect budget trip*

• Standard Duration: 2 nights & 3 days
• Travel: Train (From: Cochin To: Alleppey; Return Fare starting from: INR 100)
• Accommodation: A decent homestay price starts from INR 400
• Food: A decent meal for two is ranges approximately from INR 600

5. Pondicherry

Pondicherry will take you back to the days of the French Colonial reign. You will see for yourself how the French elegance is imbibed in every corner of the architecture in the region. Apart from the sightseeing, there is a plethora of things to do in Pondicherry – enjoying the beautiful sunrise, boat rides, bird watching, scuba diving/snorkelling and much more. Do not miss out on the French cuisine!

Tips for a perfect budget trip*

• Standard Duration: 2 nights & 3 days
• Travel: Bus – (From: Chennai To: Pondicherry; Return Fare starting from: INR 540)
• Accommodation: A decent stay costs approximately from INR 400 onwards
• Food: A good meal price could cost approximately INR 300

6. Ooty

Ooty, the chocolate paradise, and one of the best hill stations in India, facilitates one of the best India holidays offerings that could fit well within one’s budget confines. Lose yourself in the lush green valleys, botanical gardens, scenic architectures, tea gardens and the very affordable and locally made chocolates! Be ready for the everlasting fragrance of the eucalyptus trees as you drive through the valleys.

Tips for a perfect budget trip*

• Standard Duration: 2 nights & 3 days
• Travel: A cab from Coimbatore to Ooty will cost approximately INR 2200 (one-way trip)
• Accommodation: Decent stay starts from approximately INR 500
• Food: A good meal for two starts from INR 150

7. Jaipur

You may find it hard to believe, but the Pink City of India offers varied options for affordable accommodation. While you are adding another experiential destination to your list of Indian holidays, there is a lot to explore as you stroll through the intricate architecture and grand forts. Do not forget to come back with a variety of ethnic mementos.

Tips for a perfect budget trip*

• Standard Duration: 2 nights & three days
• Travel: Train (From: Delhi To: Jaipur; Return Fare starting from: INR 240)
• Accommodation: Decent stay costs from INR 400 onwards
• Food: Approx. cost of INR 250 for two

8. Itanagar

This North-Eastern beauty, a rightful contender to list amongst top India holidays, offers you the serenity after you have made your way up with strenuous rides. The valleys are imbedded with lush green meadows and fluent water streams. You can easily enjoy a trip to Itanagar with affordable accommodation options, and the food is available at very reasonable prices too!

Tips for a perfect budget trip*

• Standard Duration: 2 nights & 3 days
• Travel:
  • Train (From: Guwahati To: Harmuti; Return Fare starting from: INR 410)
  • Taxi (From: Harmuti To: Itanagar; One way trip cost approx. INR 500
• Accommodation: Cost starts from INR 1,344
• Food: Starts from INR 100

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9. KanyaKumari

Named after Devi Kanya Kumari, this destination is the southmost tip of the Indian landmass. Apart from its mythical background of the namesake, other must-see things in Kanyakumari are: the sunrise/sunset, Vivekanand Rock memorial that stands right in the middle of the ocean and the Triveni Sangam – the union of the Indian Ocean, the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal – a must-see to believe it.

Tips for a perfect budget trip*

• Standard Duration: 2 nights & three days
• Travel: Train (From: Trivandrum To: Kanyakumari; Return Fare starting from: INR 120)
• Accommodation: Starting from approximate cost of INR 500
• Food: From as low as INR 25 for two

10. Kasol

In the exhaustive list of ideal locations for India holidays, this nature’s beauty in the lap of Himachal Pradesh, offers you the ideal state of tranquillity. Kasol is renowned for its Israeli food (yes, that’s true), with several cafes and restaurants in Hebrew serving some mouth-watering food. The valleys covered with white glittering snow and the thriving streams of river Parvati is a haven amongst avid travellers, trekkers and backpackers. Kasol offers all these activities, along with the accommodation and food, at very reasonable prices.

Tips for a perfect budget trip*

• Standard Duration: 2 nights & three days
• Travel: Bus (From: New Delhi To: Kasol; One way trip starting price approx..: INR 500)
• Accommodation: Start from approx. INR 600
• Food: Approx. cost for meal for two is INR 200

Are any of the above given locations on your holiday list? What are you waiting for? There’re are many Travel Agents in India who can guide you for the best available deals at these locations that fit well within your budget. Start packing now, and step out for some exciting budget holidays in India!

*The cost may vary based on a traveller’s duration of stay and the travel season.

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