Delve into the treasures of Southeast Asia, where rural villages, ancient temples and French colonial cities weave a cultural mosaic that is vibrant and timeless. Contrast Ho Chi Minh City’s neon-lit streets with charming, traditional Hanoi and its intoxicating Old Quarter, then set out into the Vietnamese countryside to discover the spectacular karst landscapes of Ninh Binh. Hear about National Geographic Grantee projects working to conserve endangered wildlife in Vietnam and Laos, and join an archaeologist to explore the ancient, crumbling temples at mystical Angkor.
- Explore the World Heritage Site of Angkor with a local archaeologist and take a private tour of Angkor National Museum, exploring the history of the Khmer empire.
- Meet a former Viet Cong soldier and hear gripping stories about the Vietnam War and life in the famed Cu Chi Tunnels.
- Cruise among the floating markets and lush delta landscapes of Cai Be and Can Tho, and glide in sampans between the karst cliffs of Ninh Binh.
- Encounter critically endangered species at Save Vietnam’s Wildlife rescue center in Cuc Phuong National Park and hear from local conservationists about National Geographic-funded research into pangolin trafficking.
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