May 27, 2025
TIMESOFINDIA.COMWho says travel has to be expensive? If you’ve ever dreamed of exploring new places but held back because of money, this list is for you. Let's explore 10 weekend getaways in India under INR 5,000.
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Here, you can stay in a homestay for INR 500 and have plain food for INR 150. Go by shared cab or bus from Kathgodam. It's the perfect spot to unwind, take in some fresh air, and hear birds chirping without burning a hole in your pocket.
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Three seas meet in Kanyakumari, and it's magical. Watch the sunrise and sunset at the beach. Visit temples, the Vivekananda Rock, and just bask in the peaceful ambiance. Stay in accommodation ranging from INR 500, eat for INR 150, and you are sorted.
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Varanasi is about old-world charm, temples, and peaceful early morning hours by the river. Watch the sunrise on a boat tour and watch the evening aarti. Stay near the ghats for INR 300 and pick up local snacks for under INR 100. The trip won't cost you more than INR 4,000.
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Jaipur is royal, vibrant, and funky! Visit forts, shop at vibrant markets, and savor street food. Ticket prices are low, and you can get hostels from INR 300. Thalis and snacks cost around INR 150. Delhi buses and trains make it a convenient weekend trip for under INR 5,000.
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Udaipur is blissful with its lakes, palaces, and serene climate. Take accomodation near Lake Pichola for INR 400 and eat at rooftop eateries for INR 200 or less. Travel by train or sleeper bus from Delhi or Mumbai. You can have a royally good holiday for under INR 5,000.
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Having a sudden wildlife weekend plan? Sariska has tigers, deer, and breathtaking forests. Stay in Alwar at INR 500–INR 700 and keep your food budget for INR 150. Don't miss the enigmatic Bhangarh Fort either! A cheap and short trip from Delhi to this place can cost you around INR 4,500.
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Visit the Golden Temple, eat at the langar, and try delicious street food like kulchas and lassi for less than INR 100. Sleep in plain guest houses for INR 300. Trains and buses from Delhi are cheap. The whole trip can be done for INR 5,000.
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Skip Goa and choose Daman & Diu instead. Spotless beaches, tranquil churches, and nobody around. Budget guesthouses start from INR 400 and seafood meals can be around INR 150. You can do this trip in under INR 5,000.
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Step back in time at Hampi. Rent a bicycle and ride through the serene ruins and temples. Motels near the river will cost you around INR 300–INR 500, and meals come as cheap as INR 100.
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Looking for some adventure with good scenery? Try Mukteshwar. Try rock climbing, trekking, or just take in the mountain fresh air. You can find budget accommodation for INR 500 and meals for around INR 150 per plate. The whole trip from Delhi can be done under INR 5,000.
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