Traval Tips and Do's. Foreigners who wish to overstay, should contact the nearest Foreigners Regional Registration Office or the Local Police Stations in the towns or cities.

Unleaded petrol is available at selected stations only.

If you are travelling in Kinnaur or Lahaul Spiti please read carefully these instructions:

1. Petrol Pumps on the route are at Shimla, Theog, Narkanda, Rampur, Powari, Recong Peo, Kaza, Keylong, Manali and Sarchu.

2. If driving essential appears and extra fuel are recommended.

3. Sturdy vehicle like Jeep or Gypsy is suggested.

4. If crossing high Passes, good health is essential.

5. Government Hospitals are at Keylong, Kaza and recong Peo. Dispensaries are available elsewhere.

6. Prescription medicines and sun-screen lotion should be carried along.

7. The best time to traval in these areas is between April and October. While planning your trip, it is suggested that you check on general road conditions and confirm if the high Passes are open to traffic.

For further information please contact :
Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation
Marketing Office,The Mall,Shimla  - 171001
Phone :0177-252561,258302 Fax :- 0177-252557
E-mail :-tourism@hptdc.com
URL :- www.hptdc.com