Top 10 Budget Solo Travel Destinations in India

The trend of solo traveling is now finding its ground in India. It is very amusing to see the demand for solo traveling spreading widely in the world. These days youth are interestingly spending more of their salaries, allowances, and even power on their personal enjoyment and traveling has become s a significant part of their expenditure. But still, it is far better than spending their hard-earned money on other things. India is a country, and a subcontinent, that is rich in diversity and offers plenty of low budget group or solo travel destinations to tourists. Traveling solo in India gives you the best experience of traveling. But, before planning a solo trip to India and booking your solo travel packages, just check out these amazing budget solo travel destinations in India which are sure to leave you spellbound with their beauty.

Let’s learn about ten cheap solo travel destinations India:-

1. Khajjiar

Mini Switzerland of India, Khajjiar is located in the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh. Don’t fret by its name, even though your mind pictures a 70’ s movie-villain. This beautiful scenic hill station of Himachal is a rare combination of three ecosystems; forest, lake, and pasture in one place. It’s a perfect place as a solo trip destination in India and a very affordable city to explore. A must-visit place for a single women traveler.

2. Sandhan Valley

Have you ever been to trekking alone? If no, then visit this beautiful place for trekking, and it is safer which you can do alone. Sandhan Valley, one of the most magnificent canyons in the Sahyadri Range, is a fantastic option for a day trekking near Mumbai. It is also known as the ‘Valley of Shadows’. This place not only offers the best trekking trough but also makes your experience memorable. Try adventurous sports like rappelling, camping, and staying amidst magnificent lush green sites. The beauty of this place makes it one of the best destinations in India for solo travel.

3. Shillong

After looking at this beautiful picture, is your heart-pumping faster to visit such a place? Shillong is the capital of magnetizing Meghalaya, situated in the East Khasi Hills district. It is also called “Scotland of the East.” People also call it “the abode of the clouds” due to its land touching the clouds or clouds that seem like they have landed down on the earth. It is such an attractive place and offers you to visit in a low budget. This place would feel as if you are in real heaven. That’s why it is one of the most beautiful destinations to travel alone in India.

4. Vaishno Devi Mata

If you want to seek the ‘Divine Intervention’ alone, then this the right place to visit. In the pictures is the temple of Vaishno Devi Mata (temple of three goddesses named Vaishno Devi). It is such a galvanizing, holy place that nearly 1500 people visit every day. You can choose to go up the mountain as pedestrians, but personally hiring a pony and climb up the mountain to the temple is also fun. Another way to reach this place is a helicopter ride, available in helicopter-Vaishno Devi Package. It is just the best thing about the trip and it makes you feel like the wealthiest person in the world. Take your pick, and get the perfect glance of the Goddess Vaishno Devi. It can be crowded, but is an epitome of low budgeted-trip for the best experience, making it one of the top solo travel destinations in India.

5. Munnar, Kerala

Munnar is situated in the Idukki district of the lush green state of Kerala on the Western Ghats of India. It is a city well-known as “God’s own country”. This place is located at the confluence of the three rivers; Nallathanni, Kundaly, and Mudhurapuzha. The site is at a height of 6,000 ft above the sea level. Munnar is also famous for its stretch of cardamom & tea plantations. There are plenty of things to do here for nature lovers such as boating, paragliding, and mountain climbing. It is one of the high up solo women traveler destinations in India.

6. Pushkar

Mela (religious fair) is the pride of Pushkar, Rajasthan. Visiting such a glorious city during its glorious meals will surely give you a kick. You can see plenty of quirky competitions like the longest mustache, Matka Phod (smashing clay pots), bridal games, and many more funny competitions. The city is full of (foreign) tourists everywhere. It is one of the oldest cities in India and a location for one of the few Brahma temples in the country. This place is also known as Tirth Raj (King of all pilgrim sites) and is one of the top destinations for solo travel in India.

7. Gokarna

Gokarna is a well-known Hindu pilgrimage, located in the Uttar Kannada district in Karnataka. This place is such a lively as well as a holy place in the country. Here solo travelers can experience peace of mind, which one can’t attain in their hectic daily lifestyles. Gokarna is one of the tourist hot-spots with umpteen number of peaceful beaches, which are the major attractions for the visitors and solo travel destinations alike in India. The place is cheaper than an hour spent at a mall.

8. Rumtek

You have to acknowledge the truth that North East India has the most magnificent places in the world. It now comes under the bullets of many solo travel India lists. Rumtek is known for being a Dharmachakra Center or a monastery devoted to a specific deity. The best time to visit the place is during a week-long pooja (holy ritual) that is held every month. Rumtek is the place with the third-highest number of monks of Tibetan Buddhism. It has also got the largest Tibetan Buddhist monasteries in the world. This place is a must-visit place, which is at an elevation of about 5000 feet above sea level.

9. Hampi

The former capital of the Vijaynagar Empire, Hampi, now is listed under the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The star attractions of the place are the ruins of the royal palaces, buildings, and the temples. This magnificent place is located in Karnataka, where you can see the luxury and wealth the Vijayanagar Empire had. The beautiful temple named the Virupaksha Temple, where Lord Shiva married Parvati is also in Hampi. It is the prime attraction of this place. Moreover, this place is among one of the most budget-friendly cities in India and the safest solo travel destinations in India.

10. Kanyakumari

In the southernmost tip of India, Kanyakumari is a coastal town in a state of Tamil Nadu, jutted into the Laccadive Sea. It is a fantastic destination for solo travel in India. Kanyakumari is the place where you get the best views of hills around it and at the same time chill on the seashores, it borders. In the south-east, at a distance of about 86 km, is Trivandrum. It is a point of confluence of the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal, and the Indian Ocean giving you the most beautiful scene you can imagine. Witness a rare sight of nature by visiting a beach where the sun rises and sets at the same beach. The magnificent must-visit peaceful solo travel destination in India for all kinds of tourists.

If you are the one among those who wish to travel alone but didn’t get a chance to explore, then this is the time. Take a leave, get ready and book your packages to these beautiful, amazing solo travel destinations in India. Rediscover yourself by making time out of the tight daily schedules.