Spectacular scenery is a given, but there's so much more. Trekkers can experience the hospitable Sherpa culture (from the people of Solukhumbu region) by visiting monasteries and museums along the way. 

Choose from 34 different tracks here at Engelberg — there's plenty of fresh air and breathtaking mountain views to go around. 

If you're worried about steep slopes, this one's for you. The trail here is reasonably steady and you'll also get consistent vistas along the way. What to look out for? The Glacier Peak, one of the five volcanos in Washington.

Up for a challenge? Peru's trail comprises of steep ascents and constraining steps. The end goal to witness the Machu Picchu citadel, which will be well worth your time and effort.

Named as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for what they term "some of the most beautiful mountain landscapes anywhere", the views here will certainly ease all that hard work overcoming steep terrain. 

If you've travelled all the way to Iceland, then you might as well check out this hike. Landmannalaugar is a geothermal paradise that's globally touted for its steaming hot springs and colorful rhyolite mountains. 

The Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park was first discovered by the Māori people and remains as one of the most sacred areas in the country. Feast your eyes on towering peaks, glacial lakes and endless, dusty snow. 

Standing as one of the country's largest natural reserves, the Munzur Valley National Park features the stunning Munzur River, towering burly hills, and even rare endangered species like wild cats, bears, wolves and ibex. 

Conquer Austria's highest mountain through either old pilgrim routes, sumpter trails or miner tracks. Whatever you choose, the views along the way certainly won't disappoint. 

Expect rocks and boulders throughout your journey. The Storr was created as a result of landslip and is essentially a labryinth of rough spires and pinnacles. The Old Man remains the tallest and most distinctive of all the spires.