Ten Of India's Most Affordable Backpacking Destinations!

Written By Ruchika Mandora Image Credits: Gettyimages

Goa

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Dharamshala

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Rishikesh

[{"selector":"#anim-f3a633f4-a203-4459-8eaa-04d1107fc234 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(62.45727574570689%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":15000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] Meditation and prayer cleanse minds and souls here. Wild forest trekking, mountain biking, rafting, rock climbing, and bungee jumping are among the options. Image Credits: Gettyimages

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Ladakh

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Hampi

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KheerGanga

[{"selector":"#anim-02fef94e-fcea-416c-a39b-fa7f044bef15 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(65.81925136926967%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":10000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] From Barshaini, one must walk to Khirganga. The hike is enjoyable and offers stunning vistas. Image Credits: Gettyimages

Pushkar

[{"selector":"#anim-c8741984-5dd5-4020-8aa0-727c4228a1bd [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(54.10945762144143%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":15000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] It's unlike anywhere else in Rajasthan, Pushkar has a certain charm. Hindu pilgrims should visit at least once. Image Credits: Gettyimages

Jaisalmer

[{"selector":"#anim-fd4cbad2-68a6-4296-8d6f-89ee67b8ec78 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(62.646484148340306%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":15000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] It's in the scenic Thar Desert. You can see the Desert National Park, Jaisalmer Fort, Gadisar Lake, and the sand dunes on a camel safari for a modest cost. Image Credits: Gettyimages

Munnar

[{"selector":"#anim-31c93788-ec76-4045-a3c5-588bd335c4d1 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(62.53662086642366%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":15000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] Munnar's spectacular backwaters, gorgeous valleys, and national parks make it a little world with many places to visit. Image Credits: Gettyimages

Gokarna

[{"selector":"#anim-6ad9a76e-9ec6-403b-85e2-6b83888df65f [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(62.42675758450702%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":15000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] Gokarna is famous for its Shiva temple and beaches in Uttara Kannada, Karnataka. The Western Ghats frame clean, less-crowded beaches. Image Credits: Gettyimages