Best time to visit Rajasthan
Oct – Mar. November to February is ideal — cool mornings, warm afternoons, clear light on the forts.
Visa, money and practicalities
- Visa: Domestic — none needed — —
- Currency: INR — Cards widely accepted in cities
- SIM: Works everywhere — —
- Power plug: Type C / D / M — Standard Indian sockets
What nobody tells you about Rajasthan
April to June routinely crosses 45°C, and almost every Rajasthan itinerary is built around walking through unshaded forts in the middle of the day. The palaces are identical in November at 24°C for a broadly similar price. All you actually save by going in summer is around 15% on hotels.
Who should skip Rajasthan
Skip Rajasthan in May and June with young children or elderly parents. That is genuinely dangerous heat, not merely uncomfortable.
When is the best time to visit Rajasthan?
Oct – Mar. November to February is ideal — cool mornings, warm afternoons, clear light on the forts.
What will I spend per day in Rajasthan beyond the package?
On top of what your package covers, budget roughly haveli guesthouse ₹900, comfortable ₹2,200, palace hotel ₹6,500 per person per day.
What should I know before booking Rajasthan?
April to June routinely crosses 45°C, and almost every Rajasthan itinerary is built around walking through unshaded forts in the middle of the day. The palaces are identical in November at 24°C for a broadly similar price. All you actually save by going in summer is around 15% on hotels.
Who should not go to Rajasthan?
Skip Rajasthan in May and June with young children or elderly parents. That is genuinely dangerous heat, not merely uncomfortable.