~ Top 10 World Hiking Trails ~

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Top 10 World Hiking Trails


1. Inca Trail, Peru   



The most famous trail in the world is the picturesque Inca Trail in Peru. The Inca Empire was quite advanced and they built almost 40,000 kilometres of trails to be able to reach the most distant corners of their lands. So the Inca trail in its original state takes four days until it reaches Machu Picchu. This is not quite hard and too challenging trek, so it will not be a problem for anyone, who is in good health to go through it. The most important thing is to be able to bear the high altitudes, which is not easy for people with respiratory problems. The trail includes a stay in Cusco, some time to explore the ruins in Puca Pucara, Sacsayhuaman, Tambomachay and Q'enko. After that tourists could spend some time in the Sacred Valley and learn a lot about the interesting legends and lifestyle of the great Inca civilization. Although most of the tourists prefer the four days track, there are many options for a longer trek in order to spend more time at the interesting sites. No matter which of them you choose, the result will be one unforgettable journey in the Inca's past!

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2. Tiger Leaping Gorge, China   



Another amazing trail is situated in China - this is the magnificent Tiger Leaping Gorge. Everybody who loves the beautiful nature and feels great on treks, this is one of the most preferable routes. It is about 16 kilometres long and the sight of the mighty waters of the rivers make the experience even more colourful and pleasant. The whole trek could be passed in two days, but experienced hikers advice to spare three or four in order to be able to enjoy all the beauty of this amazing journey. The best time to explore the trail is maybe May-June, because all the slopes of this magnificent gorge are covered with wild flowers and greenness that can leave the observer breathless. This is exactly the period when this path could be seen in its complete magnificence. The hiking trail is very well maintained and marked, but it is always better to have a professional guide, if not experienced enough. One thing is sure, if you pass that trail, you will fall in love with the beauty China Nature and keep on returning there!

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3. Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania   



Great men like Ptolemy and Hemingway were attracted by the beauty of the highest African mount and wrote moving words about this creation of nature, which still stands there, ready to meet everyone, who feels attracted to climb it. The tourist treks are officially six and it depends on the personal choice which one you would take. The trails are Rongai, Lemosho, Shira, Umbwe, Marangu and Machame. According to the experienced guides the most picturesque route is Machame and it takes six to seven days to pass it. The easiest to pass trek is considered to be Rongai, but it is not the very scenic. No matter which route tourists will choose, they will have an exciting experience. What should be cared of before starting the route are the good equipment and also the personal physical condition, because it is not an easy thing to reach Kilimanjaro. One thing is sure - the sights you will enjoy while following the trail will be never forgotten and you will be sure that it was worth the efforts!

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4. Tongariro Northern Circuit, New Zealand   



A great opportunity for walkers is the Tongariro Northern Circuit in New Zealand and this route is considered to be the most famous and attractive in the whole country. The possibility to see the three volcanoes and pass all the volcanic formations around them, to have a look and even step on the craters makes it quite challenging for all adventurers with brave hearts, but tourists should have in mind that this is not one of the easiest treks in the world! Hikers should be experienced or take a good guide; they must also be very well equipped and prepared to the changing weather that could surprise them unexpectedly! It is good to know that there are four huts on the trail and people could count on them if the mist and bad weather come all of a sudden or they feel they need to get some rest and start again full of energy!

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5. Annapurna Circuit, Nepal   



Annapurna Circuit trek in Nepal is also one of the greatest ways to spend an amazing vacation, having some pleasant experiences in the beautiful nature of Nepal. You will also have good daily exercise, because there is about 6 hours of walking every day and you will return home refreshed and full of positive energy and excellent impressions. If you choose this trail you will see the Marshyangdi valley, will go to Manaslu and Hiunchuli, have the amazing opportunity to visit Buddhist monastery from ancient times, go through picturesque villages and the town of Muktinath. The most exciting of all are maybe the world's deepest gorge - Dhaulagiri Ice flow and the hot spring in Tatopani and every day you will meet the sun with a smile because of the magical beauty of the mountain that will revel before your eyes. This is not one of the most difficult routes and almost everyone, who is relatively fit, is able to pass it, but specialists advice all volunteers to have some physical preparation before going!

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6. Mount Fitz Roy, South America   



The highest mount in Los Glaciares National park is Mount Fitz Roy with its 3405 meters above the sea level. It is located in Patagonia, on the border between Chile and Argentina. This mount is one of the most difficult for mountaineers to climb, because demands a great physical and technical preparation. There are two types of climbers going there - those who are experienced mountaineers and who are attracted by the challenge of Fitz Roy mount - they are advised to be extremely careful even on sunny days, because mists appear like from nowhere. The others, who are not that experienced, could enjoy the magnificent treks around, which are not that dangerous as climbing the mount, but still reveal a breath-taking sight from their height - the nature-lovers will be more than pleased by the gorgeous route! There could be found fields covered with wild flowers, whose scent might make you feel like in heaven, and also crystal clear lakes make the walk seem like a dream!

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7. Torres del Paine National Park, Patagonia, Chile   



Our next step, looking for the most attractive trails in the world will be again in Patagonia, Chile. There you can find Torres del Paine National Park, which is definitely a place where all nature lovers should consider going, because there is almost nothing missing there - any kind of natural beauty is concentrated in the park: there is a lake, a glacier, rivers and of course amazing mountains! This park is famous for hosting some of the most charming flowers in the world, whose blossom will always make you stop and enjoy the beautiful sight. There are some of the rarest orchids growing in park too. Being a very famous hiking destination the park offers to tourists many paths which are maintained and marked. There are also shelters that can provide everything needed to those who are tired or just need to relax before going on with the trail that offers the most beautiful sights one could even imagine!

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8. The Appalachian Trail, Maine, USA   



One of the most famous hiking trails in USA is situated in the eastern part of the country between Mount Katahdin and Springer Mountain. The trail is long about 3,515 kilometres and having in mind that this is one of the longest paths in the world, there is no surprise in the fact that almost 30 hiking clubs take care of its maintenance. The National Park Service also helps for this gorgeous trail to be well maintained and always marked. Being the longest trail in the country The Appalachian Trail offers amazing sights and there are almost all types of natural beauties on the long way. You will go through places so rich of greenness and flourishing with amazing fauna species, but there are also paths going through poor of vegetation lands. There are mountains, rivers should be crossed and you will definitely not get bored. If you do not feel fit enough, there is an option to combine a driving route with small walking trails, which is also a wonderful experience!

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9. Tour de Mont Blanc, France   



If you are searching for a long distance walking routes in Europe, Tour de Mont Blanc in France comes first in mind. This gorgeous trek is situated mainly in France, but also crosses Switzerland and Italy. The very fact that this passage reveals sights of the highest peaks in the Alps, which are considered to be one of the most scenic and picturesque mountains in the world, is enough to become clear that there are sights more than breath-taking! There is one "classical" standard route, but in the years there were found many other alternatives and it comes to tourists own desire which one they will follow. It is recommended to take the passage with a guide and be well equipped and physically prepared. It is suitable for even not much experienced hikers, because there are so many opportunities for accommodation on this route, where you could rest and enjoy the Alpine hospitality!

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10. Zion Narrows, Utah, USA   



The final stop in our list for most attractive trails in the world is in USA again, but this time in Utah. Zion Narrows is a trek in Zion National Park and it attracts people from all around the world with its uniqueness. The Narrows are among the most beautiful formations along with the Zion Canyon itself. People, who decide to pass this trail, should be prepared to walk through water and surrounded by cliffs from both sides on the path with altitude of about 1500 feet. It is interesting to note that more than half of the route, you will be passing through water, which is rather cold. For that reason you should be prepared with the proper equipment and at the same time it will be better to choose the hot summer months, when your walk will be more pleasant because of the water you are stepping in. Taking this trail will be a really memorable experience!