{"id":4595,"date":"2019-05-30T15:48:32","date_gmt":"2019-05-30T10:18:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oyorooms.com\/travel-guide\/?p=4595"},"modified":"2020-01-15T19:03:04","modified_gmt":"2020-01-15T13:33:04","slug":"budget-trips-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oyorooms.com\/travel-guide\/travel-guide\/budget-trips-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Planning Amazing Budget Trips in India"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Yes, budget trips are incredibly hard to plan but then again, all it requires is a little homework on your part! We all desire to explore the country exploring each crevice and corner without going broke by the end. How often have you wanted to explore the caves of Ajanta or soak up the feel of being surrounded by Himalayan forests? Or go hunting along the forts of Gujarat? Or go banana boating in Kerala? This craving to explore is often turned down by the thought of the costs. We want to explore without denting our pockets. Luckily, travelling in India is possible even on a budget unless you want 5 star hotels and lavish meals everywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fret not, since there are tons of possible budget trips in India. These trips span only a few days and are also cost effective in the bargain. Who doesn\u2019t love escaping from the mundane even if it is for a few days? Here is where these budget places in India come into the picture. You can get affordable hotels and food here and can travel on even a shoestring budget!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Places to consider for budget trips in India<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top 6 Amazing Budget Trips in India<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
  1. Darjeeling<\/a><\/li>
  2. Alleppey<\/a><\/li>
  3. Pondicherry<\/a><\/li>
  4. Kodaikanal<\/a><\/li>
  5. Goa<\/a><\/li>
  6. Ooty<\/a><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    1. Darjeeling<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
    \"Darjeeling\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    There is hardly anyone in India who has not visited the Land of the Thunderbolt. Be it the famous Darjeeling tea while having breakfast at Keventers or the view from Glenary\u2019s you will find plenty to enjoy here.  The cold air, the refreshing green, the Tiger hills and Kanchenjunga sunrise are but some of the charms of this hill station. You can take a walk among the tea plantations but beware of leopards. You can even talk a walk in the evening and explore the nightlife. The local markets offer irresistible woolens at unbelievable prices. You can travel to Darjeeling from NJP by bus at under INR 500. If you have time you can go at a leisurely pace by the toy train at just INR 150 per person. You will definitely be mesmerized by the impeccable views and such salubrious air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Find Best Hotels in Darjeeling<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    2. Alleppey<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    You can explore the famous Venice of the East on a very low budget. It is the best place to roam around the countryside. One of the best places to visit in Alleppey<\/a> is to do boating and swim on the lagoons and waterways. The foodie in you will not be disappointed by tasting the delicious coconut flavored seafood. You can laze around the houseboat or even curl up with a book on a string bed to soak up the sun. Don\u2019t forget the sunscreen as it can get unbearably hot during noon. For an average stay of 2 nights and 3 days it would cost INR 350-800 per night for hotels and INR 700 per meal. If you are with a large number of people, opt for houseboats which start at INR 6000 per day for 1 BHK and provide 3 meals. You can split up the meals and share the room to save money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Find Best Hotels in Alleppey<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    3. Pondicherry<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
    \"Pondicherry\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    You can savor the French feel in this city at a very low budget. You don\u2019t even need to shell out thousands for hotels as you can easily put up in an Ashram and enjoy the vegetarian cuisine. You can even take free yoga lessons. The best way to explore this place is to either walk or rent a bike and cycle through the cobble stoned streets. You can also taste many French delicacies at the cafes at good prices. The French cuisine with a dash of Indian flavors will make you want more. For an average stay of 2 nights and 3 days, the hotel or cottage cost could be around INR 500. You can have food at just INR 250-300 for two at many joints. The travel cost from Chennai to Pondicherry will take about INR 500 or slightly more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Find Best Hotels in Pondicherry<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    4. Kodaikanal<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
    \"Kodaikanal\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Located in the lap of Tamil Nadu, this valley has a large number of waterfalls and forests. Those seeking the peace and tranquility of nature at a lower cost can come here. One can go rowing or walk through the forests or even go to explore the Kodaikanal Lake. The Karuna farms are picturesque and the views from there are just delightful. You can escape in your own bubble for a few days at this cheap forested valley. The rooms are available at just INR 200. And the street food is delicious here. A packet of fried chicken is available at just INR 20.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Find Best Hotels in Kodaikanal<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    5. Goa<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Goa<\/a> is one of the most affordable tourist places in India. You can spend hours partying on the shacks along the beach. Throughout the day you can roam the beaches. The food is cheap. The beer is cheaper. This is the perfect place for youngsters to groove around. The local markets sell a variety of goods and clothes. Unleash your inner shopaholic and go on a shopping spree. One can even hire a motorbike and go biking along the beach. The Portuguese architecture is quite something to look at. The cute huts at an INR 500 per night are an even better option if you want some personal time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Find Best Hotels in Goa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    6. Ooty<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Ooty is the best place to have chocolates. You can chomp on a bar while gazing at the greenery around. All kinds of cocoa butter and chocolates are sold here all year round. There are countless places to explore here. The exotic botanical gardens, rose gardens, historical architecture and chocolate plantations are only a few of the attractions. And all these are available at the cheapest rates. The home stays offer accommodation at even INR 300-800 per night. The food rates are as low as INR 50 per meal at some joints. It is one of the best hill stations that one will not get tired of exploring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Find Best Hotels in Ooty<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    There are several affordable tourist places in India<\/a>. Even if you are not spending thousands on luxury accommodation and gourmet meals, you will still end up having a memorable experience.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Yes, budget trips are incredibly hard to plan but then again, all it requires is a little homework on your part! We all desire to explore the country exploring each crevice and corner without going broke by the end. How often have you wanted to explore the caves of Ajanta or soak up the feel […]","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":4619,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[2,504,503,1],"tags":[5],"post_cities":[],"yoast_head":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n