A big part of traveling is finding those incredible sights. Some places you really have to put in the effort (like Mount Kilimanjaro), while others can be reached with just a leisurely stroll. To get your bucket list started, we’ve rounded up ten beautiful places for you to stop by, and listed the places where you can enjoy those views on some of our favorite adventures.
Scene 1: Sete Cidades Trail on São Miguel Island
A flower-filled road on the Azores island of São Miguel leads to a magical sight: two lakes within a volcanic crater, one of which is bright green due to an overgrowth of algae.
You can see for yourself: Hiking in the Azores
View 2: Sunrise over Mount Kilimanjaro from the camp
Wake up to breakfast at camp while watching the sun rise over Mount Kilimanjaro. You’ll spend a challenging (but rewarding!) day hiking the scenic Machame Route to the summit of Africa’s highest mountain.
See for yourself: Kilimanjaro Trek – Machame Route (8 days)
Scene 3: The calving ice wall of Perito Moreno Glacier
Marvel at one of the few “advancing” glaciers in the world, with dramatic differences as the light changes. Wander to a viewpoint on the Perito Moreno Glacier, or opt for an epic boat trip.
See for yourself: The End of the Earth
Scene 4: Iconic peaks on the way to Everest Base Camp
Guided by a Sherpa, you’ll pass through moraines, local villages and yak pastures, surrounded by Himalayan peaks, to the Everest climbers’ base camp.
You can see for yourself: Everest Base Camp Trek
Scenery 5: Wadi Rum Desert seen from a 4WD
Rolling dunes, stone bridges, and sandstone cliffs! Climb on the back of a 4WD truck and see Wadi Rum’s most beautiful natural landmarks and landscapes from above.
See for yourself: Jordan Multi-Sport
View 6: All the Alps on the Mont Blanc Route
You’ll have completed the most challenging section of the Tour de Mont Blanc and feel like a professional cyclist as you take in the stunning views of the Italian Alps.
See for yourself: Hike Mont Blanc
Scenery 7: Overlooking the ancient city of Machu Picchu
The views along the Inca Trail are breathtaking, but the views at the end of the hike are absolutely impressive. Our hike starts before dawn, so you will reach the Sun Gate before sunrise.
See for yourself: Inca Discovery Tour
Scene 8: Sunlit peaks of Yosemite
Hike through rushing waters and giant redwoods, and find a variety of delightful vantage points to view Yosemite’s famous granite monoliths, such as El Capitan and Half Dome.
See for yourself: Hike Sequoia, Kings Canyon, and Yosemite
Scenery 9: The untouched landscape of East Iceland
It’s a feast for your eyes and soul as you travel from the puffins of Borgarfjörður, through the verdant Brúnavík Pass to the tranquil black-sand beaches.
See for yourself: Hiking in East Iceland
Scene 10: Pancake Stacks in Punakaiki, New Zealand
Take the Pancake Rocks loop walk to learn how these geological stacks were formed, then admire coastal views including blowholes and white sand beaches.
You can see for yourself: New Zealand: South Island Multisport
