Prices are in rupees, always
All taxi prices in India are quoted in Indian rupees (INR). If a site shows a price in your currency, treat it as an approximate conversion. When paying by card, choose to be charged in INR rather than your home currency for a better exchange rate.
Your payment options
For a pre-booked transfer or tour, the cleanest approach is a small advance by card online, then the balance by card, cash or UPI as agreed.
| Method | Works for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| International credit/debit card | Online advances, hotels, larger businesses | Choose INR at checkout |
| Cash (INR) | Tips, small vendors, roadside stops | Withdraw at airport or city ATMs |
| UPI via a visitor wallet | QR payments almost everywhere | See below; availability for visitors has changed over time |
| Bank transfer | Larger multi-day bookings | Ask for an invoice |
UPI for foreign visitors
UPI, India's mobile payment system, is used everywhere, from tea stalls to taxi drivers. Visitors without an Indian bank account have been able to use 'UPI One World', a prepaid wallet launched by NPCI and loaded with an international card after passport-based KYC. Reported limits include loads of up to ₹25,000 per transaction. Availability and sign-up steps have changed since launch, so check the current rules with an authorised issuer before you rely on it.
Avoiding payment surprises on hill trips
Most disputes on hill trips come from extras added at the end. A clear, itemised quote prevents almost all of them.
- Get a written quote that lists tolls, Himachal entry tax, parking and night allowance as included or excluded.
- Pay advances only through traceable channels: a payment link or invoice, not cash to a stranger.
- Ask for a receipt or invoice for every payment.
- For multi-day trips, agree upfront who pays for the driver's food and stay. Our quotes include it.
How payment works when you book with us
You get a written quote in rupees that lists everything included: fuel, tolls, Himachal entry tax and the driver's allowances. To confirm, you pay a small advance online by card through a secure payment link, and receive a receipt by email. The balance is paid at the end of the transfer or tour, by card online, cash, or UPI, whichever suits you.
If your plans change, our draft policy is free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup; this is under legal review and will be confirmed in your booking terms. For airport pickups, flight delays never cost you extra, because we track the flight.
Should you tip your driver?
Tipping isn't required, and our prices already include the driver's allowance. Many travellers do tip a driver who looked after them well over several days; the amount is entirely your choice and is best given directly to the driver at the end of the trip.
Frequently asked questions
Can I pay the full fare by international card?+
Yes. We take the advance online by card, and the balance can also be paid by card, cash or UPI.
Do I need an Indian bank account to use UPI?+
Not necessarily. NPCI's UPI One World wallet has offered visitors a way to pay by UPI, loaded with an international card. Check current availability before your trip.
Are your prices in rupees?+
Yes, all quotes are in INR. Any conversion we show is approximate.
