Amazing Holidays You Can Take For Under 10K This November

The long spell of festivities can leave your wallets running dry, but that does not mean you need to put off your holiday plans until all your bills have been taken care of. Here are some amazing holidays you can take on a shoe-string budget to satiate that wanderlust.

Jaisalmer

Known for its golden sand dunes, yellow sandstone architecture and rich cultural fare, Jaisalmer is a must-visit for every travel enthusiast for its unique character and the wide spectrum of activities. November is the ideal time to plan a trip, when the mercury begins to cool off but the tourist influx is still far from reaching its peak.

Ideal from: Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad

Make it happen:

• As the peak tourist season is yet to set in during this time, most hotels put out lucrative deals for travellers. You can book yourself a cottage or Swiss tent at Desert Getaway Resorts for Rs. 2,560 a night. Some well-appointed hotels like Hotel Royal Haveli have rooms available for as low as Rs. 900 a night, and then there are luxury offerings like BRYS Fort hotel available for Rs. 2,839 per night.
• Load up on authentic local cuisine at places like Chandan Shree Restaurant, Jaisal Italy, Natraj Restaurant and Trio, where you can squeeze in three meals a day in a little over Rs. 600.
• Jaisalmer is well-connected via rail to major cities like Delhi, Mumbai and Ahmedabad. If you are traveling from Delhi to Jaisalmer, a third AC ticket will cost Rs. 1,120. Similarly, the cost for a third AC ticket from Mumbai to Jaisalmer is Rs. 1,470.

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Don’t Miss: The desert safari. You can choose between a jeep and a camel safari for the journey. 

Sundarbans, West Bengal

Literally meaning ‘beautiful forest’, Sunderbans is an idyllic haven for those who yearn to connect with nature. Spread over a 10,000 square kilometre area between the Ganga and Brahmaputra rivers, this tangle of mangrove jungle is a one-of-its-kind ecosystem in the world. Here’s how you can visit this UNESCO World Heritage Site on a budget. 

Ideal from: Kolkata/West Bengal

Make it happen:

• There is no dearth of well-furnished hotels and resorts located in the most picturesque settings. The Sunderban Gateway Resort offers a room for Rs. 1,340 per night, the Solitary Nook at Rs. 1,518, and CNEST Eco Hub at Rs. 1,420.
• The options to eat out are rather limited here, and you’ll have to rely on in-house restaurants at your hotel/resort. These are usually well-budgeted and you can have all three meals a day in less than Rs. 1,000. Seafood delicacies cooked in typical Bengali style are a must-try during your time here. 
• You can take a train or bus from Kolkata to Godkhali, known as the gateway to Sunderbans. The local train and bus fare for a distance of 100 kilometres would be well within Rs. 100. Alternatively, you can hire a cab at affordable prices in the range of Rs. 1,200-1,500 for a one-way trip.

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Don’t Miss: A visit to Bonnie Camp. At 50 feet, it is the highest watchtower in the Sundarbans.

Mysore-Ooty

Located nearly 150 km away from the bustling city of Bangalore, the historic town of Mysore offers the perfect getaway from the stresses of metropolitan life. This small town, which was once the power seat of the mighty Tipu Sultan, has a lot to offer in terms of tourist attractions. You can even fit in an overnight travel to the nearby hill town of Ooty to make the most of your budget trip.

Ideal from: Bangalore

Make it happen:

• There are hotels that offer rooms for as low as Rs. 600 a night here. You can hope to find accommodation with all basic amenities for Rs. 1,455 at Mayura Riverview or a plusher-looking Sunflower Hotel at Rs. 1,742 a night. In Ooty too, there is no dearth of budget hotels with tariffs as low as Rs. 1,474 at Garden Manor and Rs. 1,540 at Hotel Lakeview.
• Both Mysore and Ooty are dotted with small eateries and restaurants where you can have a hearty meal for as less as Rs. 150. The Tonif, Polka Café, and Depth and Green in Mysore; and The Frugal Gourmet, Panda Atrium and Momo House Chinese Restaurant in Ooty are worth checking out.
• There are several AC buses plying between Bangalore, Mysore and Ooty. A one-way trip on these buses will cost you around Rs. 600 (Bangalore-Mysore Rs. 350, Mysore-Ooty Rs. 260). If you are traveling in a group, you can even hire a cab that’ll cost around Rs. 3,000 one way. Split between four travellers, it’ll come around to Rs. 750 one way.

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Don’t Miss: The light and sound show at Mysore Palace

*Prices may vary