Indian tourists are excited when they tour Ha Long Bay in Quang Ninh province. Photo: Thanh Van/VNA

Vietnam is the top choice, according to the article. “The country offers a diverse range of experiences from the bustling streets of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to the serene beauty of Ha Long Bay. Street food is both delicious and inexpensive, with meals often costing less than INR 200. Accommodation ranges from budget hostels to affordable guesthouses and boutique hotels, making it easy to find a place that fits your budget. Additionally, local transportation, such as buses and trains, is quite affordable, further reducing overall travel costs.”

The other four cheapest Southeast Asian countries to visit for Indian travellers listed by the Times of India are Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Thailand.