Markha Valley Trek, India
This trail, nestled in the Himalayas, offers fantastic views of Mount Kang Yatse as you traverse the rocky landscape, which has been given the nickname "Little Tibet." It also allows you to stay in excellent village homestays and teahouses along the route, which takes about four to six days depending on what way you take. The Markha Valley is Ladakh's most celebrated trek and offers dramatic views of the mountain range and green landscapes; while popular, this is still not a busy trail, meaning you can lose yourself in your surroundings and enjoy nature. You can either start your journey from Spitok, the longer route, or Chilling, the shorter route.
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Tiger Leaping Gorge, China
Bordering Vietnam, Laos, Myanmar, and Tibet, this is a truly ethnically and geographically diverse area known for its jagged peaks and spectacular waterfalls. The route was once part of the Tea Horse Road, an ancient network of trading routes connecting China with South Asia, and the upper part takes around two days to complete with tea houses to stay in along the way. The upper trail is for hikers, and the lower track is for tour buses. To get there, fly or take the bullet train to Kunming and take a train to Lijiang, then a bus (or taxi) to Hutiaoxia. The hike begins at the visitor center.