The World's Most Remote Hideaways We Can't Wait To Visit

From a monastery perched on a 131-foot rock pillar to an isolated island in the middle of the South Pacific Ocean, we explore some of the most isolated places on the planet. These dreamy locations make for the perfect getaway.

Forced isolation isn’t much fun, but there are some places that pride themselves on how remote they actually are. These destinations are, by definition, harder to visit than your average resort. But in return, they offer the sort of experience that makes us yearn to travel once more. It’s never too soon to start planning your next trip, and in the meantime, let Culture Trip take you there virtually.

One of the scariest places imaginable is a monastery on a limestone monolith in Georgia. The only way to access it is by climbing a ladder, something that the lone resident does twice a week. The Katskhi pillar is home to an Orthodox church and a monk, who has lived there for over 20 years. Locals from the surrounding villages have helped restore the religious buildings, but if you do plan to visit, you will only be able to see it from the ground.

If you want to stay somewhere cut off from the rest of the world, the ‘floating’ tree houses of the Dominican Republic are the ultimate holiday destination. On the other side of the world, if you make your way through the forests of northern Spain, you will find the Lighthouse of San Emeterio. This incredible building sits on the rugged coastline, making it difficult to approach from any route.

If you thought that was remote, then how about a trip to the most remote inhabited island in the world? The infamous Pitcairn Islands can be found in the South Pacific Ocean, and have fewer than 100 permanent residents, some of whom are descended from mutineers who left the Bounty.

Finally, we have one of the best camping experiences we’ve ever seen. The Mongolian yurts in the grassland steppes of Asia are worth trekking to for the unforgettable views. Based on the nomadic settlements that Mongolians have lived in for centuries, you can chose your own level of comfort to suit your taste. Will you go for something basic or is it glamping under the stars that appeals?

Since you are here, we would like to share our vision for the future of travel - and the direction Culture Trip is moving in.

Culture Trip launched in 2011 with a simple yet passionate mission: to inspire people to go beyond their boundaries and experience what makes a place, its people and its culture special and meaningful — and this is still in our DNA today. We are proud that, for more than a decade, millions like you have trusted our award-winning recommendations by people who deeply understand what makes certain places and communities so special.

Increasingly we believe the world needs more meaningful, real-life connections between curious travellers keen to explore the world in a more responsible way. That is why we have intensively curated a collection of premium small-group trips as an invitation to meet and connect with new, like-minded people for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in three categories: Culture Trips, Rail Trips and Private Trips. Our Trips are suitable for both solo travelers, couples and friends who want to explore the world together.

Culture Trips are deeply immersive 5 to 16 days itineraries, that combine authentic local experiences, exciting activities and 4-5* accommodation to look forward to at the end of each day. Our Rail Trips are our most planet-friendly itineraries that invite you to take the scenic route, relax whilst getting under the skin of a destination. Our Private Trips are fully tailored itineraries, curated by our Travel Experts specifically for you, your friends or your family.

We know that many of you worry about the environmental impact of travel and are looking for ways of expanding horizons in ways that do minimal harm - and may even bring benefits. We are committed to go as far as possible in curating our trips with care for the planet. That is why all of our trips are flightless in destination, fully carbon offset - and we have ambitious plans to be net zero in the very near future.