Wilderness Walking: The Top 5 Beautiful Places To Go Hiking With A Local Guide

Go off the beaten path and take in some of the most beautiful views on Earth with our Local Insider-led adventures.

Traversing unique terrains, discovering amazing viewpoints and immersing yourself in nature – there’s nothing like tackling a new destination on foot, and the best way to do it is with a guide who really knows their way around. Our Local Insiders know the scenic routes, the picnic stops and the hidden treasures waiting to be found on these epic wilderness Culture Trips.

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The Fifth Season hut near Chaukhi Mountain, Juta, Georgia

Georgia and the Caucasus

Join us high in the Caucasus Mountains, on the border between Europe and Asia, for nine days of exploring one of the most photogenic countries on the planet. You’ll get to go on a stunning three-hour hike to the fairytale Gergeti Church, sat in the shadow of Mount Kazbegi, and trek through the luscious forests of Lagodekhi National Park, all with the guidance of our Georgian Local Insider. In between outdoor adventures you’ll fill up on traditional bread and churchkhela, and wind down with world class wine and a soak in Tbilisi’s sulphur baths.

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Trip highlights and details

STARTS AT Tbilisi, Georgia

ENDS AT Tbilisi, Georgia

DURATION 9

GROUP SIZE 16

PHYSICAL RATING

Moderate

STYLE

Discovery

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This is an updated version of an article originally written by Nick Dauk and Maja Proescholdt.

About the author

Gethin Morgan

Content Editor

Gethin Morgan has developed an exciting portfolio across a series of roles at Culture Trip. With a keen interest in food and drink, Gethin is also particularly interested in niche or alternative travel which, in his case, usually involves following the Wales national soccer team to Europe's most obscure cities.