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Mekong River Gorges

Watch the mighty Mekong (Lancang River) carve deep, winding canyons through the rugged terrain of northern Laos and southern China.

Luang Prabang Ranges

Aerial views of the sharp karst mountains and dense limestone ridges that characterize the UNESCO-protected northern Laotian landscape.

Xishuangbanna Canopy

Vibrant green views of China's only tropical rainforest reserve as you cross the border into the Yunnan province.

Dianchi Lake

A massive freshwater lake appearing on the final descent, often reflecting the sky with the Xishan Forest Park in the background.

Hengduan Foothills

The beginning of the high-altitude plateau system with steep vertical relief and dramatic cloud formations.

Nam Ngum Reservoir

Shortly after takeoff from Vientiane, see the vast 'Sea of Laos' with its hundreds of small emerald islands.

Pu'er Tea Plantations

Observe the distinctive terraced patterns of the world-famous tea gardens covering the rolling hills of southern Yunnan.

Kunming Expressway Network

Marvel at the engineering of high-altitude bridges and tunnels snaking through the mountains as you approach the city.

Kunming Cityscape

Excellent views of the expanding urban sprawl of the 'City of Eternal Spring' just before touching down at Changshui.