If you’ve been plotting a Southeast Asian holiday but watching your budget like a hawk, here’s some good news: your rupee goes the furthest in Laos this year. Once a backpacker’s secret, this landlocked nation has officially overtaken Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Indonesia to be crowned the region’s most affordable destination for 2025. From INR 176 hostel stays to turquoise waterfalls you can access for under INR 300, Laos makes indulgence possible without guilt, or a hole in your wallet.
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Why Laos Is the Best Value Destination For Indian Travellers In 2025
Laos has been crowned Southeast Asia’s most affordable travel destination for 2025. With cheap hostels and delicious street food for less than INR 120, Laos lets travellers experience culture, adventure, and nature without overspending
Rooplekha Das
1 September 2025
In Laos, you can see turquoise waterfalls and golden temples without overspending.
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In Laos, you can see turquoise waterfalls and golden temples without overspending.
Photo: Shutterstock
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