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Karauli
Spend 2 days in Karauli: day 1 city palace & temple, day 2 nearby park or fort; total travel ~2 h from Jaipur.
Karauli is a small historic town in Rajasthan’s Golden Triangle, 180 km from Jaipur and 290 km from Delhi. Its main draw are the 600‑year city palace, Kaila Devi National Park and Timangarh Fort, all reachable within an hour. Two days let you see the palace, attend a local fair (if in season) and visit a park or fort without rushing.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar (cooler, fairs active)
- avoid Apr–Jun (heat)
- Airports
- JAI · DEL
- Nights
- 2
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Karauli100 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Karauli, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe for tourists; stay hydrated, keep valuables secure in vehicles, and avoid night travel on unlit rural roads.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers100 police · 101 fire · 102 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportJAI Jaipur International (≈180 km (112 mi), 3 h by road).JAI Jaipur International (≈112 mi (180 km), 3 h by road).
- Getting aroundRoad: hire a car with driver or take local taxis; nearest railway stations are Gangapur City (30 km (19 mi)) and Hindaun (29 km (18 mi)).Road: hire a car with driver or take local taxis; nearest railway stations are Gangapur City (19 mi (30 km)) and Hindaun (18 mi (29 km)).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Budget bedHeritage hotel room (double), a night, per room₹3,000 (≈ US$35)
- Mid-range bedHeritage hotel room (double), a night, per room₹5,000 (≈ US$60)
- High-end bedHeritage hotel room (double), a night, per room₹8,000 (≈ US$95)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹1,200 (≈ US$14) · Mid ₹2,500 (≈ US$30) · High ₹4,500 (≈ US$55)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- JAI Jaipur International (≈180 km (112 mi), 3 h by road) · DEL Indira Gandhi International, Delhi (≈290 km (180 mi), 5–6 h by road)JAI Jaipur International (≈112 mi (180 km), 3 h by road) · DEL Indira Gandhi International, Delhi (≈180 mi (290 km), 5–6 h by road)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Feb
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Mar
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Apr
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
May
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Jun
Avoid
40°C (104°F)104°F (40°C)
Jul
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38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Aug
not flagged
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Sep
not flagged
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Oct
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Dec
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Apr–Jun. Month by month →
Warmest Jun (40°C (104°F)104°F (40°C)), coolest Jan (7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C) low), wettest Nov (4 rain days), driest Jun (0). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Karauli: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
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Feb
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
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Mar
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
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35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
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May
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Jun
40°C (104°F)104°F (40°C)
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
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38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
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Aug
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
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Sep
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
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Nov
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
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Dec
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
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High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Road: hire a car with driver or take local taxis; nearest railway stations are Gangapur City (30 km) and Hindaun (29 km). No public bus schedule confirmed – check locally.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Kaila Devi National Park
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
Road, 25 km (16 mi) north; hire a taxi or driverRoad, 16 mi (25 km) north; hire a taxi or driver
Project Tiger sanctuary, wildlife and temple; entry fee ₹650 per person (min 4 pax).
Timangarh Fort
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
Road, 40 km (25 mi) west; jeep or taxiRoad, 25 mi (40 km) west; jeep or taxi
Historic fort, 1100 AD origins, entry ₹120 per person.
River Chambal crocodile safari
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
Road, 35 km (22 mi) east; arrange via local operatorRoad, 22 mi (35 km) east; arrange via local operator
Safari ₹1,200 per person (min 4 pax).
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Bhanwar Vilas Palace
Royal heritage hotel, air‑conditioned rooms, pool, yoga, cultural programs
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹1,200–2,500 (≈ US$14–30) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹2,500–4,500 (≈ US$30–55) excl. bed
- High
- ₹4,500 (≈ US$55)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Heritage hotel room (double)1 × 2 nights × ₹5,000 | ₹10,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × ₹2,500 | ₹10,000 |
| Taxi from Jaipur to Karauli (round‑trip)2 × ₹1,500 · check | ₹3,000 |
| Entry to City Palace2 × ₹150 · camera fee included | ₹300 |
| eSIM data (7 days)2 × ₹1,200 · check | ₹2,400 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹2,570 |
| Trip total≈ ₹7,070 per person per day, bed included | ₹28,270≈ US$350 |
2026 estimate in INR; flights, visas and long‑distance trains excluded.
Prices of common things
| Tea with biscuits at a café | ₹80–₹150 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Rajasthani thali lunch | ₹150–₹300 (≈ US$2–4) |
| Auto‑rickshaw (5 km) | ₹120–₹180 (≈ US$2–3) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Road travel can be slow in summer heat; carry water.
- Fairs may be cancelled if monsoon arrives – verify dates.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- Fire
- 101
- Ambulance
- 102
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Emergency
- Police100
- Fire and ambulance101
- Tourist helpline (English)1363
Embassy
US consulate in Jaipur (check address); other embassies in Delhi.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Jaipur → Karauli (taxi, round‑trip): ≈ ₹1,500 per person, 3 h each way (check)
- Kaila Devi NP entry: ₹650 (≈ US$8) per person, minimum 4 pax
Say or show
- माफ़ कीजिए — Excuse me / Sorry (maaf kijiye)
- धन्यवाद — Thank you (dhanyavaad)
- यह कितना है? — How much is this? (yeh kitna hai?)
- शौचालय कहाँ है? — Where is the bathroom? (shauchalay kahan hai?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Karauli. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Mar (cooler, fairs active) · avoid Apr–Jun (heat) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Road‑to‑hotel contract: hire driver from Jaipur (3 h) with fallback taxi.
- Add a night at Bhanwar Vilas for palace tours and yoga sunrise.
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