ABP Live Budget Traveller | How To Plan A Dream Trip To Laos Under ₹30K From India

If Thailand feels crowded and Bali feels overdone, there’s a quieter, cheaper and more soulful destination waiting for you, Laos. Nestled in the heart of Southeast Asia, this peaceful country offers misty mountains, golden temples, river towns and slow-living charm, all without burning a hole in your wallet.

With the right planning, Indian travellers can enjoy a full international holiday in Laos for under ₹30,000, including flights, food, stays, transport and sightseeing. Welcome to your smartest travel move of the year.

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Why Laos Is A Budget Traveller's Paradise

 

 

 

 

 

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Laos is one of Asia’s most affordable countries, where travellers can survive comfortably on ₹1,400–₹1,800 per day, cheaper than many Indian hill stations.

What makes Laos perfect for budget explorers:

• Dorm stays from ₹200 and cosy guesthouses under ₹700
• Street food meals starting at ₹100
• Transport via tuk-tuks, songthaew, buses and scenic trains at pocket-friendly rates
• Waterfalls, caves and temples with minimal or no entry fees

Best Time To Visit Laos

• Nov–Feb: Best weather, slightly higher prices
• Mar–Apr: Warm, balanced crowds, excellent for budget travellers
• May–Oct: Green landscapes, lowest hotel rates, occasional rain

Pro Tip: March and April offer the best mix of comfort and cost.

How To Reach Laos From India On A Budget

Travellers from Delhi can find return fares to Vientiane starting from around ₹10,300, while those flying from Kolkata can reach Luang Prabang with one-way tickets from approximately ₹11,600.

From Mumbai, popular budget routes connect via Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur or Hanoi, with competitive fares often available when booked in advance. Bengaluru flyers can also take advantage of well-priced connections through Bangkok, Singapore or Ho Chi Minh City, making Laos surprisingly accessible from South India.

Visa For Indians Visiting Laos

Indian passport holders can choose between:

• E-Visa: ₹2,500–₹3,000 (online, quick & easy)
• Visa On Arrival: ₹2,500–₹3,500 at major airports

The e-visa saves time and avoids airport queues.

Where To Stay Without Overspending

• Budget Range: ₹200–₹700 per night
• Vientiane: Dream Home Hostel, Sinnakhone Guesthouse
• Vang Vieng: Chillao Hostel, riverside homestays
• Luang Prabang: Khammany Inn, Villa Merry No.1

Five Nights Of Stay: ₹2,500–₹4,000

Eating Well On A Tight Budget

Lao food is light, fresh and wonderfully cheap.

Must-try meals:

• Sticky rice and grilled pork for about ₹120 per meal.
• Khao Soi noodle soup, a filling and flavourful meal.
• Beerlao is the national beer which is available at approx ₹60–₹100.

Five-Day Food Budget: ₹1,000–₹1,500

Getting Around Laos Cheaply

• Tuk-Tuks: ₹50–₹150 per ride
• Scooters: ₹550 per day
• Buses And Minivans: ₹700 intercity
• Songthaew: ₹10-₹100 for intercity, depending on the distance
• Laos–China Railway: scenic rides from ₹700

Best Things To Do Under Budget

• Luang Prabang: Kuang Si Falls ₹270 | Mount Phousi sunset ₹50 | Night Market free
• Vientiane: Pha That Luang ₹50 | Buddha Park ₹100 | COPE Centre free
• Vang Vieng: Blue Lagoon ₹115 | Tham Phu Kham Cave ₹100 | Viewpoints free

Total Sightseeing: ₹500–₹800

A trip to Laos proves that unforgettable international travel doesn’t need luxury budgets. With golden temples, emerald valleys, river sunsets and smiling locals, Laos delivers a deeply enriching journey at surprisingly low costs.

our passport, your backpack and ₹30,000, that’s all it takes.