Pay hotel bills in foreign currency (cash, cards, or traveler’s cheques); Indian Rupees only with a bank receipt for exchange.

Exchange money only through authorized money changers or banks, and always take a receipt.

Get certification and export permission for any wildlife products to avoid issues during departure.

Insist on metered fare in taxis/auto-rickshaws where meters are available; seek police help if the driver refuses.

Prefer shopping at Government Emporiums or Co-operative society shops for quality assurance.

Cover your head before entering holy shrines, temples, or Sikh Gurudwaras.

Stay alert and safeguard your luggage on trains, even in first class.

Greet locals with a smile; avoid handshakes with women in rural areas.

Keep documentation and important contact numbers handy (travel agent, embassy, insurance, etc.).

Take out travel insurance covering medical issues, personal belongings, and emergency evacuations.

Drink only mineral or purified water to avoid stomach issues.

Consult your doctor if you have a medical condition; carry personal medication.

Know that vaccinations are not compulsory for the mentioned travel regions.

Don’t buy tickets from unauthorized travel agents or strangers.

Don’t give money, gifts, or items to beggars.

Don’t enter shrines/temples with footwear; avoid leather items in some religious places.

Don’t buy banned or suspicious wildlife products; always verify legality.

Don’t purchase Shahtoosh shawls—these are made from endangered Chiru antelope.

Don’t wear bikinis, sleeveless tops, or revealing clothing at religious/public places.

Don’t engage in kissing or hugging in public—it’s culturally inappropriate.

Don’t carry large amounts of cash; use ATMs available in most towns.