When you hear cruise, the first destinations that come to your mind might be the Caribbean or the Mediterranean. No doubt these are wonderful places to enjoy a cruise, but river cruising in Asia can be just as fun and just as easy for new travelers. If you’re dreaming of visiting Asia, there’s no better way to introduce yourself to the continent than from the comfort of a luxury ship. What’s more, these lesser traveled destinations can afford you the opportunity to travel with a smaller group and enjoy a more intimate experience. What can you expect to see on an Asia river cruise? Well, the sky’s the limit. The Yangtze River in China is a popular choice, stretching nearly 4,000 miles from the glaciers of Tibet to the bustling Bund in Shanghai. You could also elect to tour the lush banks of the Mekong River in Southeast Asia, which passes through Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia. Or, for an even more off-the-beaten-path experience, explore the so-called “Road to Mandalay” on the Upper Irrawaddy River in central Myanmar. With so many unique itineraries to choose from, you’ll have no trouble finding a one-of-a-kind cultural adventure you don’t need buckets of experience for.