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Malaysian Borneo is a great place to for a holiday between March and October, and is synonymous with abundant wildlife, pristine rainforest and idyllic tropical islands, but many visitors end up having little or no exposure to another of Borneo's unique draws - the indigenous tribal culture.

Here is our pick of the most popular cycling experiences in the countries we feature. These are not in any way strenuous and are suitable for anyone who is reasonably fit and able to ride a bicycle.

The right guide can make or break a trip. One of the reasons we pride ourselves on being able to continuously offer high-quality trips all over the Far East, is the fact that we always do our best to work with the very best guides in each country. We would therefore like to take this opportunity to introduce you to a few of our top-rated guides, beginning this month with Mr Sinath, one of our regulars in Cambodia.

The legacy of British Burma can be found all over modern Myanmar. One notable hangover of colonial times is an extensive – if distinctly unmodernised - rail network. Here we run-down the most memorable journeys available. 

I was apprehensive about taking a ride on the controversial Qinghai-Tibet Railway, but having read up on the subject, and pondered whether to go or not, I grasped my opportunity to “see for myself” and experience the highest train ride on earth.

Sometimes it’s easy to get preoccupied by trying to get ‘off-the-beaten-track’ and visit places no-one else has been before. But Myanmar is one country where you don’t have to stray too far from the path to find an unforgettable experience.

With all of our destinations at least a 10-hour flight away, it’s no surprise that many would consider an upgrade to a more comfortable long-haul experience. While Business class is out of reach for many, several airlines have incorporated Premium Economy cabins into their service.

China is a vast country. This fact can sometimes be lost on you as you fly from place to place. To truly grasp the enormity of this fascinating country, China really has to be seen by train.

China has some of the most varied and spectacular scenery in the world, and we would like to take you on a journey into this breath-taking and often overlooked aspect of this vast and diverse country.

Ever wanted to see Burma from the air? With a couple of high-end ballooning operators to choose from across a number of regions, this truly ‘once in a lifetime’ experience bears serious consideration. 

The thought of driving your own hired car on a holiday in Asia does not cross many people's minds and whilst a private driver is certainly still the way to go in a lot of countries that we operate in, self-drive is a genuine option elsewhere. Some of the quieter rural parts of Taiwan, Malaysia and Japan are ideal for exploring independently in your own hired car.

We are delighted to announce that Bamboo Travel has won top spot in the ‘Best Tour Operator' category for the 2015 Wanderlust Magazine Travel Awards