Around Europe in 35 days, for just ₹4 lakh. Here’s how this Jaipur couple did it
Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. International travel has quickly become a top aspiration for many Indians, and exploring the world’s diverse cultures and landscapes is more popular than ever. Though daunting expenses still hold many back, careful planning and smart budgeting can make the dream a reality.
Mint recently spoke to a Jaipur couple who explored no less than 15 European countries over five weeks without breaking the bank. Here’s how they did it. Rucchika Samdan, a 34-year-old chartered accountant, and Rohit Nyati, also 34, who heads internal controls at AU Bank in Jaipur, set out on a 35-day Schengen adventure in the summer of 2022.
They planned their journey in a way that allowed them to explore 15 European countries with a budget of ₹4 lakh. "The key to making the most of our budget was planning early and being strategic about our travel and accommodation choices," Rohit Nyati said, offering a glimpse into how they turned their European travel dreams into reality without spending a king’s ransom. Also read: This couple spent just ₹1.2 lakh for a holiday in Azerbaijan.
How? Their journey began with a flight from Delhi to Copenhagen, Denmark. After spending the first two days exploring the Danish capital and taking a quick trip to Helsingborg, Sweden—just an hour away—they headed north to Norway. In Oslo, Bergen, and Bodo, they took in the natural beauty of the country and even ventured to the Arctic Circle, experiencing Norway’s stunning fjords and dramatic landscapes.
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