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Climbing in the Indian Himalayas is an adventurous and challenging task for every adventure seeker. Indian Himalayas offer great opportunities to climb different peaks for adventure enthusiasts and explorers. There are hundreds of peaks available for climbing in different regions

Shimla, originally called Simla, is the capital city of Himachal Pradesh. A popular tourist destination, Shimla is often referred to as the “Queen of Hills” (a term coined by the British). Located in the north-west Himalayas at an average altitude

1. Karali Lake   It is located on the Chhota Shali hillock just on the other side of Shali peak. The size of the lake is almost equal to the size of the Annadale ground of Shimla. The water of

Traveling to India for the first time?  Having such questions coming into your mind – What is the best time to travel to India? What to carry with yourself?  What to wear? Be calm and travel on!! Simply follow the

Six ladies from New Delhi,  India have recently booked 8 Nights/ 09 Days,  Srinagar Tour with us. Today, it is the second day of their trip and the ladies have headed towards Pahalgam. They are having a wonderful time and

Our Gangotri Tapovan Trek was a memorable experience for six NRI guests from United Kingdom . The group was led by experienced tour escort Passang Sherpa, Shikhar’s kitchen staff who have been working with us over years and the porters.

Near the gardens of the Taj Mahal stands the important 16th century Mughal monument known as the Red Fort of Agra or more popularly as Agra Fort. Fort’s colossal double walls rise 69 ft in height and measure 2.5 km

The Trip comprised of Passang Sherpa, tour escort at  Shikhar, Mr. Ashok Vardhan , Mr. Vikas Chauhan, the young team who has recently joined Shikhar Travels, India. Having the opportunity to visit Nag Tibba all three shared their experience as

Located at the southernmost part of India, is the most exotic place to go in India. Formerly known as Cape Comorin, is a town in Kanyakumari District in the state of Tamil Nadu in India.The city of Kanyakumari have been

The Kudremukh or Horse Face Range is situated 95 Kms southwest of Chickmagalur town (State - Karnatka)  named as because of the unique Horse face like shape of the Kudremukh peak which has the highest elevation at 1892 metres. There is

Located on the east coast of India,  Odisha (Formerly Orissa) is a land of ancient and sacred temples. A land filled with awe inspiring monuments, thousands of master craftsmen and artists, numerous wildlife sanctuaries, stunning natural landscapes. Bhubaneswar, the capital

If you are an explorer who would love to explore the natural beauty of waterfalls then it is worth spending a long time in Chattisgarh!!! Far away from the hustle and bustle, Chattisgarh offers much more than the wildest expectations

Always book with a trusted travel brand to avoid the risk of departure cancellations. Check the services of the tour manager and language of communication. A tour manager makes or breaks a tour. Always prefer to have service of tour

Kollam is the most picturesque city of Kerala, lying on the banks of Ashtamudi Lake on the Arabian sea coast. The city holds pristine beaches with golden sands, exquisite monuments and temples, breathtaking eco-spots, houseboats and the tempting taste of

Located in the Mandla and Balaghat districts of Madhya Pradesh, India, Kanha National Park is a wild life sanctuary and virtually a tiger land, with several tigresses occupying traditionally famous natal areas.  Kanha National Park was created on 1 June,

A- Apparel: The weather should be cool nights and warm, not hot days. B- Baggage: Do not bring more than you can comfortably carry, i.e. one larger checked bag and your carry-on case. C- Customs, Cameras and Communicating: India is

Shikhar Travels provides you with a unique opportunity to experience Old Delhi. On our Rickshaw tour of Old Delhi your senses will come alive as you will encounter the captivating sights and sounds, this amazing city has to offer. This

Shikhar Nature Resort located in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, is a perfect place for a cool retreat to the nature. Here, you can involve yourself in various activities such as- 1. Shikhar Adventure Park : Located at the resort- Here you can

Jim Corbett National Park is India’s first national park which comprises 520.8 km2. area of hills, riverine belts, marshy depressions, grass lands and large lake. Nestled in the foothills of Kumaon, Corbett Tiger Reserve lies mainly in the hilly districts of