History in Southeast Asia tours
Experience living history as it unfolds
Southeast Asia is developing fast – but its history is everywhere you look. Enormous ancient temples hint at long-lost empires. Quaint houses in city centres tell the story of rapid development. Fascinating museums and battlefield tours bear the scars of recent wars – and, with one of our special history and culture tours, you can bring all these stories to life.
Witness the ancient city of Angkor Wat, backlit by a blood-orange sunrise. Experience its intricate carvings on thousand-year-old stone temples, its thick jungle vines snaking up hundreds of stairs. With a history tour of Angkor Wat, you can discover the secrets of one of the world’s seven wonders: against an astonishingly pretty background.
Learning means never forget
The red on the Vietnamese flag symbolises the blood of soldiers lost to war. And, while the Vietnam-US war may spring to mind, stand atop the Citadel in the Imperial City of Hue…and you’ll come to understand that Vietnam was fighting long before the brutal tug-of-war between the U.S.A and Russia commenced. Our history tour of Hue will open your eyes to the rich, often dark, history of Vietnam – and how it shaped the culture of today.
Really, any of our tours that include a splash of culture and history in Southeast Asia is pretty special: and each country has its own story to tell. Depending on what story you want to hear, we can create a custom-made tour for you and your group.
Savour the stories…
Our history and culture tours in Southeast Asia offer a wide variety of experiences for every type of traveller. We create history tours that focus on recent wars in the region, plus cultural tours that explore its diverse range of temples. Want a mix of both? Our local guides can create personalised history and culture tours in Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, to suit your preferences and budget.
Plus, as we partner with the best hotels, restaurants and cruise companies across the continent, we’ll make sure every step of your historical journey is as comfortable – and as special – as you deserve.
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Why choose Wide Eyed Tours & Travel?
Expert Local Knowledge
Ditch the stress, with a trip that’s been crafted by locals. Our team is built of on-the-ground travel experts who can’t wait to share their country’s spoils – from their hometowns, beyond.
Customisable Experiences
We’ve offered custom-made tours to Southeast Asia for over 20 years, with every ‘type’ of traveller. We know how their tastes and needs change – so our flexible tours can change with them.
More Freedom
We don’t believe in rigid itineraries. Our customers can set the scene to go at their own pace, and choose the activities that interest them – with the chance to mix things up as they go.
