The Best Cheap Asia Vacation Spots

Many countries in Asia are budget-friendly, past the initial cost of the flight. That's why many travelers want to make the most of their trip there and live in Asia for a little while, rather than just visiting for the holidays.

Laos

Estimated budget: $20-40/day

If you're wondering where to go on holiday for cheap in Asia, take a look at what Laos has to offer. This beautiful country is the only landlocked one in Southeast Asia. Don't be disappointed by the lack of access to the sea, though: the rivers that flow between the forests and mountains make for wonderful sights.

Adventure travellers will have a blast visiting Laos, with its mountainous landscape mostly covered with forests. You can try kayaking, climbing, trekking, zip-lining, for a much lower price than you would back home.

It's popular to rent a motorbike to visit the smaller town - which is what you want to do, not only to experience the most traditional aspect of Laos, but also because everything is cheaper there. Laos is a superb alternative to the overcrowded and overtouristic Thailand.

Vietnam

Estimated budget: $25-50/day

Vietnam is undoubtedly more popular than Laos as a cheap vacation destination. But this overly touristic side of Vietnam doesn't apply to the whole country: crowds gather around the country's most iconic spots, like Ha Long Bay.

Marek from Indie Traveller created a fantastic travel guide for Vietnam. Now, while Ha Long Bay is probably a must-see despite the crowds, he recommends Tam Coc as a beautiful alternative. You should also check out some of the world's largest caves, true natural wonders.

What's more, Vietnam still offers amazing value for money in all regards: cheap accommodation, delicious affordable food, extremely low-cost transportation... It's still time to go, before cost of life gets on par with several European destinations.

The Philippines

Estimated budget: $35-60/day

A budget trip to the Philippines is not as easy to plan as with other destinations in Asia. But with some organization, travellers can still have budget-friendly vacations in the gorgeous archipelago.

Travel writer Kach Howe originates from there and often recommends the Philippines as a place to visit. As an alternative to the popular beaches of Palawan or Cebu, she recommends the province of Laguna, with its hot springs and beautiful lakes that are easily accessible by car or public transportation.

The Philippines's history is also sure to delight travellers interested in the culture of the country that they visit. The archipelago indeed has more to offer than its more than 7,000 islands; the Asian roots mixed with the Spanish and US influence blend into a unique culture. Major plus, if you consider language as a barrier to travel, fear not: English is a national language alongside Tagalog.

Nepal

Estimated budget: $20-40/day

Trekkers should be quick to add Nepal to the top of their bucket list. It's one of the cheapest destinations in the world to do so - provided that you avoid Mt. Everest itself, of course.

You'll find the locals extraordinarily welcoming. Budget travellers generally recommend staying at local guest houses to enjoy a warm bed and the local delicacies.

Accommodation, food, and transportation rarely cost more than a few dollars when you go local. To reach that $40 mark, you'll really need to indulge yourself: Nepal really is one of the top budget destinations in Asia.

India

Estimated budget: $20-30/day

India is maybe the cheap vacation spot most often listed for budget travel. It's genuinely hard to spend over $30 if you're at least a bit mindful of your budget. Rest assured, this affordability doesn't come at the expense of the quality.

This low cost of life makes India a perfect destination for a long-term stay that would allow you to explore more areas of the country and better experience its diversity. Each regions differs from the others, contributing to the cultural wealth of the country.

The country is often praised for its delicious food and  the awe-inspiring Taj Mahal, famously built by Emperor Shah Jahan for his wife. Keep in mind that the later, local in Agra, is likely to be the largest expense of your trip.

Thomas Busson

Thomas is the SEO and Content Strategist at ClaimCompass. Frequent traveller, he loves sharing tips and news about the industry in a simple way.

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