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Cheapest International Trips from India Under ₹40,000

By VMF Holidays · 10 July 2026

Cheapest International Trips from India Under ₹40,000

Your first passport stamp doesn't need a big budget. Five international destinations you can do well from India for under ₹40,000 per person.

An international holiday feels like it should cost a fortune. It doesn't. With smart timing and the right package, several visa-easy destinations come in under ₹40,000 per person from India. Here are our favourites.

1. Vietnam

Lantern-lit Hoi An, Ha Long Bay's karsts and some of Asia's best street food — Vietnam is outstanding value. Our Vietnam packages start around ₹24,500, and the eVisa is quick and cheap.

2. Sri Lanka

Beaches, tea country and ancient forts, all a short hop away with visa-on-arrival ease. Sri Lanka packs a lot of variety into a small, affordable island.

3. Thailand

The classic first-international for good reason: temples, islands and nightlife that stretch your rupee. Thailand packages are easy to tailor short and sweet.

4. Nepal

Himalayan drama, Kathmandu's temples and lakeside calm in Pokhara — and no visa hassle for Indians. Nepal is one of the most affordable trips abroad you can take.

5. Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur's skyline plus the beaches of Langkawi make Malaysia a great-value mix of city and island.

How to keep it under budget

  • Travel in the shoulder season for lower fares and hotel rates.
  • Keep it to one country and 4–6 nights.
  • Book land and stay as a package so there are no surprise costs.

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