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Europe has always been a dream destination for Indian travellers with picture-perfect, colourful cities, cultural heritage, absolutely amazing food, and incredible landscapes at every turn.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

But let\u2019s be honest, it\u2019s also known for being pricey. Flights, visas, accommodation, and daily expenses often make people believe that exploring Europe means burning a hole in their pocket.<\/span><\/p>\n

But here\u2019s the good news- it doesn\u2019t have to be that way!<\/span><\/p>\n

Not every European country runs on the Euro or demands luxury-level budgets. Many countries in Eastern and Southern Europe provide great experiences at a much lower cost than in Western Europe.<\/span><\/p>\n

Imagine getting charming cobblestone streets, medieval castles, mountain adventures, and beach holidays- all under a reasonable daily budget.<\/span><\/p>\n

What makes these destinations extra appealing for Indians is the favourable currency exchange rate, low cost of living, and in some cases, visa-free access.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re a backpacker on a shoestring budget or a couple planning your first European trip, these places promise incredible value without compromising on experiences.<\/span><\/p>\n

So, if you\u2019ve ever wondered where your rupee stretches the farthest in Europe, this guide is for you!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are 10 of the cheapest European countries for Indian travellers- where you can enjoy world-class sights, delicious local food, and unforgettable adventures, all while staying comfortably within your budget.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Makes a European Country Cheap for Indian Travellers?<\/h2>\n

Before we check the list of the cheapest European countries to travel from India, let\u2019s understand why some European countries are cheaper than others (especially from an Indian traveller\u2019s point of view).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Europe is a vast continent with significant differences in economies, currency values, and living costs. So, what feels expensive in Paris might be surprisingly affordable in Prague!<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are the main factors that determine whether a European destination is budget-friendly for Indian visitors-<\/span><\/p>\n

Currency Exchange Rate<\/h3>\n

If the local currency is weaker than the Indian Rupee, your daily expenses will be lower. For example, countries like Hungary (Forint), Romania (Leu), and Georgia (Lari) offer much better value compared to Euro-based destinations like France or Italy.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a table of the cheapest European countries with their approximate exchange rates of the selected European countries\u2019 currencies against the Indian Rupee (INR)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Country<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Currency<\/b><\/td>\n\n

Approximate Rate\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

(1 unit \u2192 INR)<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Bulgaria<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Bulgarian Lev (BGN)<\/span><\/td>\n\u20b952.12 for 1 BGN<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Georgia<\/b><\/td>\nGeorgian Lari (GEL)<\/span><\/td>\n\n

\u20b932.30 for 1 GEL<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Romania<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Romanian Leu (RON)<\/span><\/td>\n\u20b920.15 for 1 RON<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Czech Republic<\/b><\/td>\n\n

Czech Koruna (CZK)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

\u20b94.22 for 1 CZK<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Hungary<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Hungarian Forint (HUF)<\/span><\/td>\n\u20b90.262 for 1 HUF<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n

Poland<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Polish Z\u0142oty (PLN)<\/span><\/td>\n\n

\u20b924.18 for 1 PLN<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Portugal<\/b><\/td>\nEuro (EUR)<\/span><\/td>\n\n

\u20b9102.65 for 1 EUR<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Croatia<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Euro (EUR)<\/span><\/td>\n\n

\u20b9102.65 for 1 EUR<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Albania<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Albanian Lek (ALL)<\/span><\/td>\n\u20b91.06 for 1 ALL<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n

Latvia<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Euro (EUR)<\/span><\/td>\n\n

\u20b9102.65 for 1 EUR<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Cost of Living<\/h3>\n

Food, transport, and accommodation costs vary widely across Europe. Nations in Eastern and Southern Europe generally have lower living expenses. You\u2019ll find cosy guesthouses, hearty local meals, and intercity buses at a fraction of Western Europe\u2019s prices.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Country<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Average Daily Cost\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

(approximately in INR \u20b9)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Bulgaria<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

3,500 to 5,500<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n

Georgia<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

4,000 to 6,000<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Romania<\/b><\/td>\n\n

4,500 to 6,500<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Czech Republic<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

5,000 to 7,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n

Hungary<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

4,500 to 6,500<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Poland<\/b><\/td>\n\n

4,000 to 6,000<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Portugal<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

6,000 to 8,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Croatia<\/b><\/td>\n\n

5,000 to 7,000<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Albania<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

3,500 to 5,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Latvia<\/b><\/td>\n\n

4,500 to 6,500<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Visa and Entry Rules<\/h3>\n

Visa-free or easy e-visa destinations automatically reduce your overall trip cost. You save on processing fees, paperwork, and even travel insurance expenses. Countries like Georgia and Albania are great examples.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a table showing the visa-type requirements for Indian passport holders<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Country<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Visa-type \/ Requirement for Indian Passport Holders<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bulgaria<\/b><\/td>\n\n

A tourist visa (short-stay Type C) is required for Indian ordinary passports. If you already have a valid Schengen visa, you can enter Bulgaria without needing a separate visa for up to 90 days.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Georgia<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Generally, Georgia has a simplified e-visa system for those who don’t meet specific criteria for visa-free travel<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Romania<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Indian citizens must hold a visa (short-stay Type C \/ Schengen) for tourism up to 90 days in 180 days.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Czech Republic<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Indians must obtain a Schengen visa (short-stay, tourist\/business) for stays up to 90 days.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Hungary<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Indian nationals require a short-stay Schengen (Type C) visa for stays up to 90 days in 180 days.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Poland<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Indian citizens must apply for a Schengen visa (C-type) for tourism\/business short stays.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Portugal<\/b><\/td>\n\n

Indian travellers require a Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) for tourism up to 90 days.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Croatia<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Indian ordinary passport holders need a Schengen visa (Type C) for tourism, as Croatia follows Schengen visa norms.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Albania<\/b><\/td>\n\n

Indian citizens need a Type C (Short Stay) visa for tourism\/travel unless they hold a valid multiple-entry Schengen, US or UK visa\/residence permit under certain exemption conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Latvia<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

As a Schengen member, Indian citizens must obtain a Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) for tourism up to 90 days.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Flight Connections<\/h3>\n

Affordable flights can make or break your budget. Well-connected to India via budget or connecting routes cuts down your initial travel expense.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Country<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

Approx Round-Trip\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

Flight Cost (INR)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Bulgaria<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

40,000 to 75,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Georgia<\/b><\/td>\n\n

25,000 to 45,000<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Romania<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

40,000 to 60,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Czech Republic<\/b><\/td>\n\n

35,000 to 60,000<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Hungary<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

37,000 to 60,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n

Poland<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

40,000 to 70,000<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Portugal<\/b><\/td>\n\n

40,000 to 75,000<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Croatia<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

45,000 to 70,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\n

Albania<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

45,000 to 1,00,000<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Latvia<\/b><\/td>\n\n

40,000 to 60,000<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Note: This is the approximate round-trip economy-class flight cost from India.<\/em><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Local Transport and Attractions<\/h3>\n

In most budget-friendly countries, metro passes, museum days, and scenic hikes cost little to nothing- giving you a full experience at half the cost.<\/span><\/p>\n

In short, a cheap European country for Indian travellers is one where your rupee goes further, your visa is simpler, and every experience feels rewarding- not expensive.<\/span><\/p>\n

List of the 10 Cheapest European Countries to Visit from India<\/h2>\n

Planning a European trip on a budget is easy if you check out this list of the cheapest European countries to visit from India. From visa-free Georgia to wallet-friendly Bulgaria, Romania, Poland, and more, these destinations offer affordable stays, local cuisine, and easy transport for Indian travellers. So, read below about each country-<\/span><\/p>\n

Bulgaria<\/h3>\n

Bulgaria is a country of gorgeous contrasts.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n