Great Canal Journeys

20148 seriesEntertainment / Factual
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Embarking on canal journeys together, traversing the canals of the UK, Europe, and the rest of the world by canal barge and narrowboat. Their trips take them along many scenic waterways, including ancient routes followed by the Vikings in Sweden, the windmills along the canals near Amsterdam, and the route once taken by Casanova in Venice. Along the way they interact with interesting characters, taste regional dishes, and explore the sights around the canals. Sheila Hancock and Gyles Brandreth host the thirteenth season.

Asian Odyssey (Part One): Episode Image
Episode 1Asian Odyssey (Part One)

The intrepid 'ancient mariners' go on one last far-flung voyage to southeast Asia, travelling the waterways of Vietnam from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh, Hoa Lu and Hanoi.

Asian Odyssey (Part Two): Episode Image
Episode 2Asian Odyssey (Part Two)

Timothy West and Prunella Scales' final journey takes them to Cambodia, where they finish their travels at Angkor Wat, a temple built by the clever use of canals.

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