I haven't been following TESO as much since the announcement of the subscription model but I do know that it was mentioned there will be different points of interests in the game like ruins or a landmark (and assuming they are marked on the map as well).

I have been giving Guild Wars 2 another go lately and as I am exploring then discovering different points of interest/vistas, I am finding myself actually having to put effort in finding these spots as it is not just a simple "connect the dots" (some points/vistas are hidden, high up, trial and error, etc.).

My question is, will TESO have these kinds of points/vistas that actually require thinking/strategy/trail and error in order to reach it?

The Skyshards probably will, at least I hope so.