5 BEST Budget-Friendly Travel Destinations

Traveling is a passion, a hobby for few but it is a necessity for the rest to relax and escape the chaos of city life. Well, once in a while, it is okay but frequent travel can make a hole in the pocket, especially for avid travelers. That is so true for those planning a one-time trip in a year because they don’t do a thorough search for the cheapest places to visit. But with our guide to the best budget travel destinations, you don’t need to search anywhere else. So, get ready to hit a new country without breaking your bank.

5 Cheapest Destinations To Travel On Low Budget

Malaysia
Sri Lanka
Turkey
Mexico
Thailand

1. Malaysia

Malaysia can be cheap and expensive provided you know where to stay and what to do. If you prefer a hotel near the main station then it’s going to hit your budget hard. But many make mistakes because the area is pretty much popular for shopping malls. It’s a double loss for those looking for the cheapest places to visit in Malaysia. Pick from these cities if you don’t want to book a private tour and explore everything on your own.

Cheap Travel Destinations:

Malacca
Sabah
Sarawak
Tanah Rata

Ideal Time: You should visit this place during monsoons, May- September.

Tourist Attractions: Petronas Twin Towers, Langkawi Sky Bridge, Menara KL Tower, and Sunway Lagoon Theme Park.

Accommodations: Staying budget can go as low as $7 to as high as $49 per night for our top picks

M&M Hote, Kuala Lampur
Lagenda House, Penang
SKYPOD Boutique hostel, Sabah
The Frame Guesthouse, Penang
Padungan Hotel, Sarawak

Also Read: Best Honeymoon Destinations in Asia

2. Sri Lanka

The lip-smacking food and surreal view of Sri Lanka make it one of the cheap but beautiful places to visit. There is a lot to do and see on your Sri Lanka Tour so a week-long journey can be exhausting and unworthy without knowing where to go.

When money and time are less, head to these specific but popular tourist attractions:

Dambulla cave temple, it’s free
Have fun at Bentota Beach and engage in water sports activities, surprisingly the charges are pretty low
Take the 5500 steps of Adam’s Peak which are worth your time as views from the top are spectacular
Go for a soul-satisfying journey in Ohiya and enjoy the view of Bambarakanda falls
Land to the satisfying, lush green valley surrounded by rugged hills of Nuwara Eliya
Jungle Safari at Kaudulla National Park

Ideal Time: May- September.

Accommodations

Tour packages are cheap in comparison to independent tours and cost up to 30K for 3 nights with twin sharing. But if you opt to wander on your own, save money on these cheap hotels without compromising comfort:

Oceanview Cottage, Hikkaduwa
Surfing Life Guesthouse, Madigama
Ranga’s Beach Hut, Arugam Bay

3. Turkey

Though Turkey doesn’t look like a budget-friendly travel destination due to luxurious hotels all around, it does have the nicest and cheapest places to visit. Skip Istanbul and add Cappadocia to your list, why? Cave hotels, hot air balloons, unique landscapes, and many more are the reasons.

Tourist attractions are not limited to this city of volcanic rock.

Top Cheapest Places To Visit

Kaymakli underground city
Zelve open-air museum
Red and rose valleys
Avanos
Evil eye church

Ideal Time: April-May and September to Mid-November.

Accommodations: Kismet cave house in Goreme village is the best budget hotel with rooms having stone walls, and floors decorated with Turkish carpets.

4. Mexico

Mexico is one of the best countries to visit on a budget. Beach towns are the best in the country with affordable accommodations, cheap restaurants, and plenty of attractions to see. Pick Mazatlan for the trip to Mexico because it is the oldest resort town here with a beautiful coastline, streets, and stunning views. The town is best known for its beaches, hiking trails, and historic buildings.

Where To Go

Historic Laza Machado
El Faro Mazatlan lighthouse
Stone Island
Deer Island
Playa Brujas beach
Acuario Mazatlan aquarium

Cheapest Time To Visit: September

Accommodations
Park Inn
Ibis Mazatlan Marina
Sleep Inn
Oceanview beach hotel
Gavian resort

5. Thailand

Thailand is a place for all. If you are restricted by budget then also this place has many options to make your holiday memorable. Relax at the islands, get adventurous at the amusement parks, and enjoy the friendliest mammals performing for you at the Dolphin Show.

Whatever you do, make sure you don’t miss these tourist attractions of Thailand

Budget-Friendly Travel Destinations In Thailand

Railay beach
Koh Phi Phi
The Grand Palace
Sunday Walking Street of Chiang Mai
Khao Yai National Park

Ideal Time: November – April

Accommodation Places

Well, you can travel to these tourist places in one day or two depending upon your trip and interest. Your budget will depend only on the places you stay. Pick Bangkok because it offers ample affordable stays and eateries.

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