This is a stunning photo from the Cordillera Huayhuash mountain range in the Andes of Peru. Trekking in Peru is so much more than just the Inca Trail to Macchu Picchu. The Cordillera Huayhash surrounds you with a lush landscape of glacial valleys and lakes circled by the towering Andes peaks. (Picture from Flickr user Andras Jancsik)

This was taken on the Camino de Santiago which is the ancient pilgrimage to the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela in the heart of the Pyrenees Mountains. Whether it be the Gregorian chants in hidden-away monasteries or even hunting the elusive Holy Grail that entices you, walking the Camino de Santiago is a must on any serious trekkers shortlist.(Picture from Flickr user Jule Berlin)

Nestled above the birch and spruce forests of Denali State Park, Mount McKinley in Alaska is the highest peak in North America and also boasts some stunning views. Mountain treks in Alaska takes you through upland lakes and tumbling creeks, across talus-covered slopes and over rocky ridges. (Picture from Flickr user Giant Ginkgo)

The Khuiten Peak in Mongolia combines eternal snow-capped peaks with deep gorges through which foaming streams dash down. The snow covered peaks soar into the cloudless sky and the frozen glaciers glitter in the sun's rays offering some amazing views in largely undiscovered country. 

This mountain is situated in Lofoten, northern Norway as well as offering stunning views of the snow topped peaks surrounded by the think conifer forests it also boasts the northern lights in the backdrop! (Picture from Flickr user nb_harstad)

The surreal picture showcases the Haleakal volcano on the island of Maui, Hawaii. With its other worldly appearance Haleakal offers the chance to trek around one of the world’s largest dormant volcano and explore its cinder cones and lava flows in the desolate basin. (Picture from Flickr user Simond)

This beautiful picture was taken from Llyn y Dywarchen above Rhyd Ddu in Snowdonia. Offering Heather-quilted hills, craggy rocks and sloping pastures dotted with sheep, Snowdonia presents plenty of beautiful landscapes and sights to explore on your doorstep. (Picture from Flickr user Richard0)

On the border between Chile and Argentina lies Patagonia, a sprawling space that harbours mountains, glaciers, lakes and rivers within its clutches. Sprouting from within its midst is Mount Fitz Roy, which dominates the backdrop offering some awe inspiring mountain treks. (Picture from Flickr user Stuck in customs)

These beautiful canyons lie in southwest Montenegro and is characterised by its extreme untouched natural beauty. With flowing rivers and tree covered slopes throughout the whole region it has a system of rivers and deep canyons unlike any other in the world. (Picture from Flickr user shchukin)

This amazing picture was taken in Los Glaciares National Park, Argentina. In the background is Cerro Torre surrounded by spectacular glaciers and still crystal waters, with the whole area covered in a blue aura. (Picture from Flickr user Stuck in customs)

In Glacier national park, Montana sits Mount Grinnel, surrounded by glaciers, several hundred lakes and around 200 waterfalls it offers a mountain trekkers' dream with around a million acres of pristine landscape to explore and inspire. (Picture from Flickr user Stuck in customs)

Matterhorn is a mountain in the Pennine Alps on the border between Switzerland and Italy. It boasts being one of the largest peaks in the Alps, and this brilliant photo captures the majestic mountain in all its glory surrounded by the beautiful blue waters of the lake.(Picture from Flickr user Wagman 30)