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Vacation Calculator

Plan for your vacation by estimating the future cost and required monthly savings.

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Your estimate

Estimated Cost in 2 Yrs

₹3,37,080

Required Monthly SIP

₹12,373

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Estimates use your inputs and assumed returns. Actual returns vary and are not guaranteed.

Quick answer

This calculator shows how much to save monthly for a trip. A ₹3 lakh holiday today costs about ₹3.37 lakh in 2 years at 6% inflation, or about ₹13,188 a month at a lower-risk assumed 6%.

About the Vacation Planner calculator

Travel without breaking the bank. Plan your vacation fund with short-term saving.

What is the formula?

Future cost = cost today × (1 + inflation)ʸ. Required saving = future cost ÷ {[((1 + i)ⁿ − 1) ÷ i] × (1 + i)}.

Worked example

For a goal this short, set the expected return near 6%. A 12% assumption understates what you need and relies on equity, which can fall just before you travel.

Frequently asked questions

Where should I keep vacation savings?

A recurring deposit or a liquid fund is usually a better fit than equity for a goal under two years away, since the money must be there on time.

Is it better to save first or use a credit card?

Saving first means no interest. Card balances carried past the due date attract high rates, which can add a large share to the cost of the trip.

Reviewed by Vikas Gupta, AMFI-registered Mutual Fund Distributor (ARN-178652). Last updated . Mutual fund investments are subject to market risks, read all scheme related documents carefully. Mutual fund distribution by Korlipara Vikas Gupta, AMFI-registered Mutual Fund Distributor, ARN-178652. Distributors earn commission from fund houses on regular plans. Content and calculators on this site are for education, not personalised investment advice. Illustrations use assumed returns, which are not guaranteed.