Now that the pandemic is somewhat under control and the world is opening up, tourists are back to fulfilling their plans and crossing off any travel destinations on their bucket lists. That being said, we’re bringing you five places that are worthy of a spot on any avid traveler’s bucket list.

TeeFarm/Pixabay. The Mont Blanc Circuit offers scenic Swiss mountain lakes and peaks.

Mont Blanc Circuit

The Mont Blanc Circuit is perhaps one of the most scenic and famous hiking destinations across Europe. Sprawling across countries like France, Italy, and Switzerland, Mont Blanc Circuit is described as a challenging hike by the Country Walkers, who offer a guided version for the Circuit. It involves a hike of seven to eleven miles daily along with the best of European cuisine, culture, and beauty—an adventure that takes some nine days to complete. The Mont Blanc Circuit encompasses everything from forests to Swiss mountain lakes and the peaks surrounding Mount Blanc. If you’re up for the challenge, the trip starts at $5k.

DagnyWalter/Pixabay. Cinque Terre and Tuscany rank high on many travelers’ bucket lists

Cinque Terre and Tuscany

Considered to be one of the most popular tourist destinations in Italy, Cinque Terre and Tuscany still rank high on many travelers’ bucket lists. Backroads offer a walking and hiking trip across Cinque Terre and Tuscany, exploring the area’s beautiful coastline, which is a World Heritage site, and Chianti’s signature Tuscan villages. If you are looking to pair up a wine tour with the majestic Italian coastline, then this is the perfect trip for you. The trip costs $4k per person and has an activity level of 1-4.

Machu Pihchu

The Machu Pihchu, home to the famous lost citadel, sits atop many tourists' bucket lists. MT Sobek offers an eight-day trip across Peru Sacred Valley and Machu Pichhu, allowing the tourists to go on a hiking trip to discover the best of Peru. Hiking through the Andean plateaus and valleys to reach the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cusco, this trip is filled with knowledge, beauty, and history. The trip, starting from $4k per person, consists of a train ride upwards to the Urubamba River, hiking to the Inca Trail, and a full day of adventure exploring the historic city of Incas.

Leolo212/Pixabay.Camino de Satiago is Europe’s luxury pilgrimage path

Camino de Satiago

Camino de Satiago is Europe’s most popular pilgrimage path. It is also one of the toughest. The path located in Spain requires devotees to walk some 500 miles, however, a shortened trip can be done by travelers with a tourist company such as Butterfield & Robinson. This luxury walk focuses on all the right places, the famous Roman sites, Galicia’s coastline and scenic mountain villages. The luxury tour starts at $4.5k per person.