Agence de voyage vietnamienne?
by Benzerara
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
Nous envisageons avec mon épouse un voyage au Viet Nam en Novembre 2009 (3 semaines de Hanoi à HCMV) et pour cela nous souhaitons nous adresser à une agence vietnamienne. Pouvez vous nous conseiller des agences de confiance et de qualité ?
Question délicate, car on n'est jamais à l'abri de n'importe quelle surprise, que l'agence soit vietnamienne ou non. Cela dit, il existe une compagnie vietnamienne assez connue des locaux. Son site est vanhoaviet.biz.vn Une autre compagnie, bien établie, est la benthanhtourist.com Certains de mes amis vietnamiens les ont utilisées.
Bonne chasse
Georges
Nous envisageons avec mon épouse un voyage au Viet Nam en Novembre 2009 (3 semaines de Hanoi à HCMV) et pour cela nous souhaitons nous adresser à une agence vietnamienne. Pouvez vous nous conseiller des agences de confiance et de qualité ?
Bonjour,
cela dépend quel type de voyage et trajets vous souhaités faire. Vous arrivez à Hanoi ou SGN ?
je connais quelques agences sérieuses qui travaillent pour un tourisme responsable, si cela vous tente vous pouvez me contacter sur mon mail directement
caroline
Bonjour,
cela dépend quel type de voyage et trajets vous souhaités faire. Vous arrivez à Hanoi ou SGN ?
je connais quelques agences sérieuses qui travaillent pour un tourisme responsable, si cela vous tente vous pouvez me contacter sur mon mail directement
caroline
je vous conseille d'aller avec une agence 100% vietnaimienne.
vous pouvez contacter l'agence voyage vietnam pour votre sejour:
www.voyagevietnam.net ou www.voyageviet.com
bonne chance/.
vous pouvez contacter l'agence voyage vietnam pour votre sejour:
www.voyagevietnam.net ou www.voyageviet.com
bonne chance/.
pour cela nous souhaitons nous adresser à une agence vietnamienne
C'est une bonne idée. Avec une agence purement viêtnamienne, on visite le pays tout en apprenant la culture et les traditions et n'hésitez pas de sortir des sites touristiques, lorsque l'on vous propose, vous verrez qu'il y a des endroits bien plus beaux.
Méfiez vous des discours du genre tourisme équitable, solidaire et nha nha nha.... C'est en parcourant le contenu de ce qu'on vous propose que vous verrez que ce n'est qu'un discours trompe l'oeil🙂
J'ai beaucoup appris avec viêtravel, les guides sont sélectionnés pour leur connaissance culturelle et leur capacité d'animation.
C'est une bonne idée. Avec une agence purement viêtnamienne, on visite le pays tout en apprenant la culture et les traditions et n'hésitez pas de sortir des sites touristiques, lorsque l'on vous propose, vous verrez qu'il y a des endroits bien plus beaux.
Méfiez vous des discours du genre tourisme équitable, solidaire et nha nha nha.... C'est en parcourant le contenu de ce qu'on vous propose que vous verrez que ce n'est qu'un discours trompe l'oeil🙂
J'ai beaucoup appris avec viêtravel, les guides sont sélectionnés pour leur connaissance culturelle et leur capacité d'animation.
http://www.maison-chance.org/
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
W've got home;
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
W've got home;
Apres avoir vante le Vinpearl, symbole par excellence de l infrastructure touristique destructrice, voila qu on nous vante Vietravel. Le genre d agence de voyage qui tire le Vietnam vers le bas, en pratiquant un tourisme de masse acharne. A voir le site on comprend de suite. Il y a du "booking" partout. Je ne parle meme des tours proposes. De l ultra classique. Pas une once d originalite, de volonte de s ecarter des sentiers battus. Du grand tourisme et en 6 langues s il vous plait.
Alors qu il y a de vrais artisans du voyage, des passionnes, des gens qui ont mis toutes leurs tripes a confectionner des voyages intimes, emotionnels.
Alors qu il y a de vrais artisans du voyage, des passionnes, des gens qui ont mis toutes leurs tripes a confectionner des voyages intimes, emotionnels.
exotissimo peut etre pas mal je pense.
on vois que ca fait un bout de tps que t es au Vietnam !! Lol !!! Nha Nha Nha !
A partir du 11 mars 2008, j habite au Vietnam !!!!!
Tu vis au ViêtNam ou au Cambodge?🙂
Tu vis au ViêtNam ou au Cambodge?🙂
http://www.maison-chance.org/
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
W've got home;
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
W've got home;
Bonjour benzerara,
Je suis parti en octobre 2008 avec l'agence HG Travel, www.hgtravel.com, et j'y retourne cette année avec la même agence.
Mon contact : Minh
Pierre.
Je suis parti en octobre 2008 avec l'agence HG Travel, www.hgtravel.com, et j'y retourne cette année avec la même agence.
Mon contact : Minh
Pierre.
Association EEFF
https://picasaweb.google.com/Pierrehuyen
Bonjour,
Moi je pars dans 15 jours et j'ai fait appelle à Amica Travel. J'ai lu de bonnes critiques et avec notre interlocuteur nous avons établi un voyage sur mesure, elle a été à notre écoute et à modifier à notre goût. Le prix est très raisonable. L'agence est toujours à notre écoute pour la moindre question même s'il s'agit de questions hors circuit.
Voici leur contact : thanh.hoa@amicatravel.com http://amicatravel.com
Bonne préparation de voyage!!!!
Moi je pars dans 15 jours et j'ai fait appelle à Amica Travel. J'ai lu de bonnes critiques et avec notre interlocuteur nous avons établi un voyage sur mesure, elle a été à notre écoute et à modifier à notre goût. Le prix est très raisonable. L'agence est toujours à notre écoute pour la moindre question même s'il s'agit de questions hors circuit.
Voici leur contact : thanh.hoa@amicatravel.com http://amicatravel.com
Bonne préparation de voyage!!!!
nous venons de rentrer il y a une semaine après un mois et 8 jours au Vietnam. Nous avions traité directement par internet avec une agence de Hanoi que l'on nous avait recommandée et dont nous avons été très satisfaits.. En fait nous avons simplement fait organiser une semaine avec visite de la Baie d'Halong et terrestre, et visite de SAPA en montagne (une merveille) avec transports et hôtels, visites et guides.... la responsable de l'agence "VIETNAM JET TRAVEL" Hanoi -e-mail : camille@hn.vnn.vn la responsable est Mme PHAM THI HANG-(également THUY-THUY) ou l'on parle français. après nous avons organisé nous mêmes nos déplacements car cela est très facile même dans les hôtels. bonne préparation de voyage.
n'hésitez pas à mettre en concurrence avec les mêmes données, et le marchandage est de rigeur ;...
"VIETNAM JET TRAVEL" Hanoi
Je connais bien VietNam Jet Travel. La patronne est super.
A Dalat, êtes-vous descendus à l'hôtel Empress au bord du Lac?
Je connais bien VietNam Jet Travel. La patronne est super.
A Dalat, êtes-vous descendus à l'hôtel Empress au bord du Lac?
http://www.maison-chance.org/
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
W've got home;
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
W've got home;
non, nous sommes descendus à l'hôtel CHAU AU EUROPA pas très loin du centre ville, le patron Mr Philippe parle très bien le français, nous avions une très grande chambre sur rue équipée tout confort et d'une propreté exemplaire pour 15 dollars, un accueil sympathique, mais nous avons toujours diné en extérieur. Dalat nous a beaucoup plu et nous avons apprécié un peu plus de fraicheur....
CHAU AU EUROPA pas très loin du centre ville
Il est plus près du restaurant avec le moulin à vent. Le prix est 4 fois moins cher que l'hôtel Empress. C'est vous qui choisissez l'hôtel?
Je comprends pourquoi il y a en a qui paie peu cher leur séjour et d'autres plus cher chez la même agence.
En viêtnamien, on dit "Tiên nào cua nây"🙂.
Il est plus près du restaurant avec le moulin à vent. Le prix est 4 fois moins cher que l'hôtel Empress. C'est vous qui choisissez l'hôtel?
Je comprends pourquoi il y a en a qui paie peu cher leur séjour et d'autres plus cher chez la même agence.
En viêtnamien, on dit "Tiên nào cua nây"🙂.
http://www.maison-chance.org/
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
W've got home;
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
W've got home;
si vous avez un plan de Dalat il se situe sur la D Nguyen Chi Thanh
Ce n'est pas celui que je croyais, car il n'est pas du tout près du restaurant du Moulin à Vent.
Ce n'est pas celui que je croyais, car il n'est pas du tout près du restaurant du Moulin à Vent.
http://www.maison-chance.org/
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
W've got home;
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
W've got home;
J ai quitte saigon pr PP en Novembre...ms mon coeur est toujours au Vietnam :)
Bonjour Nelly,
Merci pour votre réponse concernant l'agence Amica travel
Je les ais contacté en leur envoyant mon projet de circuit et ils m'ont répondu de façon détaillée.
problème important cependant : je les trouve très chers, beaucoup plus que les autres agences que j'ai consulté sur le net (leur prix en euros contre le même chiffre en USD!)
Ceci dit, il y a peut-être à négocier !
Puis je vous demander, pour que j'ai une base de comparaison, de me donner le prix de votre circuit (par personne) et sa durée
je vous donne mon mail : pierre.benzerara@wanadoo.fr
Cordialement
Pierre
Bonjour,
Nous envisageons un circuit au Vietnam en début d'avril de l'année prochaine.Comme vous en revenez et que vous êtes passés par Sapa nous aimerions savoir comment sont les rizières dans cette région à cette épopque là.Sont-elles en plantation ou déjà plantées? Certainement moins belles que sur les photos des agences de voyage qui les photographient plus tard dans l'année.
Quel temps avez-vous eu dans le nord?
Merci d'avance pour vos réponses.
Eliane.
Bonjour,
Puisqu'on en est à reconstituer l'annuaire des agences de voyage locales, j'apporte ma contribution. Quand mes parents où mes amis veulent se balader ailleurs que dans le delta, je les envoie chez Binh Tours. Mme Binh est quelqu'un de très à l'écoute des attentes de ses clients et qui proposent des circuits à la carte. En plus elle est très "carrée" et démène pour résoudre les problèmes qui peuvent toujours survenir. Sinon Viet Attitude propose des circuits qui sortent un peu de l'ordinaire. Moi je n'ai pas eu l'occasion de tester leurs services, mais plusieurs invités qui sont passés chez moi ne juraient que par eux.
Dernière chose, et là c'est le côté professionnel qui reprend le dessus. On ne juge pas seulement une agence sur ce qu'elle fait quand "tout va bien" et sur ses photos, ses programmes. Dans un pays comme le Viêt-Nam où pour un tas de raisons les petits tracas ne manquent pas d'arriver, ce qui compte, c'est la réaction de l'agence quand sa commence à ne plus aller si bien. Cas typique, vous voyagez en Septembre-Octobre, et vous avez prévu une romantique croisière sur la baie d'Along. Survient un typhon qui oblige les autorités à interdire toute sortie de bateau... Que fait l'agence ? Où vous déroute-t-elle ? Comment réorganise-t-elle le programme pour minimiser l'impact des intempéries sur l'expérience que vous aurez du VN ? Comment communique-t-elle avec vous ? Vous laisse-t-elle "mariner dans votre jus" avant de vous annoncer des décisions unilatérales ?
En espérant que ça puisse vous aider.
Yan.
Puisqu'on en est à reconstituer l'annuaire des agences de voyage locales, j'apporte ma contribution. Quand mes parents où mes amis veulent se balader ailleurs que dans le delta, je les envoie chez Binh Tours. Mme Binh est quelqu'un de très à l'écoute des attentes de ses clients et qui proposent des circuits à la carte. En plus elle est très "carrée" et démène pour résoudre les problèmes qui peuvent toujours survenir. Sinon Viet Attitude propose des circuits qui sortent un peu de l'ordinaire. Moi je n'ai pas eu l'occasion de tester leurs services, mais plusieurs invités qui sont passés chez moi ne juraient que par eux.
Dernière chose, et là c'est le côté professionnel qui reprend le dessus. On ne juge pas seulement une agence sur ce qu'elle fait quand "tout va bien" et sur ses photos, ses programmes. Dans un pays comme le Viêt-Nam où pour un tas de raisons les petits tracas ne manquent pas d'arriver, ce qui compte, c'est la réaction de l'agence quand sa commence à ne plus aller si bien. Cas typique, vous voyagez en Septembre-Octobre, et vous avez prévu une romantique croisière sur la baie d'Along. Survient un typhon qui oblige les autorités à interdire toute sortie de bateau... Que fait l'agence ? Où vous déroute-t-elle ? Comment réorganise-t-elle le programme pour minimiser l'impact des intempéries sur l'expérience que vous aurez du VN ? Comment communique-t-elle avec vous ? Vous laisse-t-elle "mariner dans votre jus" avant de vous annoncer des décisions unilatérales ?
En espérant que ça puisse vous aider.
Yan.
Bonjour,
je suis de montpellier et je viens de voir votre demande sur ce forum.Je parts au Vietnam avec mon épouse du 26 octobre au 14 novembre 2009.(3 semaines de Hanoi à HCMV ).J'ai pris une agence locale de Hanoi : Discovery Indochina ( www.discoveryindochina.com ) La responsable est Mme NGA et parle bien le français.
Le circuit que je vais effectuer est: Passion du vietnam 21jours /20 nuits.
Si vos dates correspondent au notre, on pourrait envisager de faire le circuit ensemble ( plus sympas d'etre à plusieurs.)J'ai dejà reserver mes billets d'avion ainsi que le circuit.
Je reste à votre disposition pour d'autres renseignements.
Cordialement.
Christian FARGES Courriel: fargesch@orange.fr Tél: 0499771786
kiki210
Proposition sympathique
Cela aurait été avec plaisir mais nous partons le 8 novembre et les billets d'avion sont déjà pris.
Nous avons décidé de faire une extension à Angkor, ce qui fait que notre voyage dure 27 jours
Nous partons avec Asiatica Travel, agence d'Hanoi francophone
Ceci étant, comme nous sommes maintenant à la retraite, nous organisons plusieurs voyages par ans, alors, pourquoi pas une prochaine fois ??
Je vous donne mon mail perso : pierre.benzerara@wanadoo.fr
Amicalement
Pierre
Pour répondre a votre question, je ne connais par particulièrement cette agence, mais je peux vous donner le nom de celle avec qui nous avons fait un excellent voyage, en 2009 elle se nomme : Vietnam Jet Travel à Hanoi (la Patronne parle même le Français) et nous avons été enchantés de ses services. je reste à votre dispo pour de plus amples renseignements. (pour infos des amis à moi ont eu affaire à cette agence en octobre 2010, et ont été tout aussi contents)
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Hi everyone!
I’m heading back to Thailand in July 2026 with a stopover in Cambodia to visit the Angkor site.
After Angkor, I’ve booked a stay on Ko Chang island. Does anyone know if there are direct transport options from Cambodia to Ko Chang without having to go back through Bangkok? That would be amazing!!
I think there are, but I’d need more details!!
I went to Thailand in February 2025 and don’t remember having to apply for a visa—is that still the case now? And for Cambodia too?
Thanks so much!!!
Laurence from Bayonne
Hello,
We’re a couple looking for a driver for 10 days to explore Northern Vietnam in April.
Best regards,
I’d love to get some feedback on our itinerary—it’s probably pretty basic! This is our second trip to Asia and our first to Indonesia. We have three kids aged 20, 18, and 12. We land in Jakarta at 4 PM, spend 3 nights/2 days there, then take the train to Yogyakarta for 3 nights/2 days, followed by the train to Surabaya for 2 nights/1 day, then the train to Bromo for 1 day/1 night, a private driver to Ijen for 2 nights/2 days, then on to Bali (Ubud) for 4 nights/3 days, followed by Gili Air for 3 nights/2 days, Senggigi (Lombok) for 2 nights, and finally 5 nights in Kuta. I’m considering cutting the 2 nights in Senggigi to just keep Kuta and extend it to 7 nights. In Lombok, I’m not sure how to get around since I’m not comfortable with scooters... Your thoughts on all of this, and any advice, are more than welcome—don’t hesitate!
For those wondering why cities like Jakarta and Surabaya: we don’t often get the chance to visit big Asian cities, so we wanted to include that discovery in our trip. The trains between Jakarta and Yogyakarta, Surabaya and Probolinggo are booked. The return flight from Lombok to Jakarta is also set. Accommodations are booked but flexible (same for the trains).
Thanks!
For those wondering why cities like Jakarta and Surabaya: we don’t often get the chance to visit big Asian cities, so we wanted to include that discovery in our trip. The trains between Jakarta and Yogyakarta, Surabaya and Probolinggo are booked. The return flight from Lombok to Jakarta is also set. Accommodations are booked but flexible (same for the trains).
Thanks!
hi
I’ll be on a cruise on January 11, 2027. We’re stopping in Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My).
I’d love to see something other than the city—anyone have recommendations or a guide for 6-8 people with pickup at the port?
I’d really like to visit some rice paddies.
I’ll be on a cruise on January 11, 2027. We’re stopping in Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My).
I’d love to see something other than the city—anyone have recommendations or a guide for 6-8 people with pickup at the port?
I’d really like to visit some rice paddies.
Hi there,
I’m spending 4 days in Kuala Lumpur.
Could you let me know what’s absolutely worth visiting and what’s not really worth the effort?
Any suggested itinerary?
Apart from Batu Caves, I don’t have many ideas...
I’m traveling with my partner and our 16-year-old son.
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
I’m spending 4 days in Kuala Lumpur.
Could you let me know what’s absolutely worth visiting and what’s not really worth the effort?
Any suggested itinerary?
Apart from Batu Caves, I don’t have many ideas...
I’m traveling with my partner and our 16-year-old son.
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
Hi,
After our trip to China, we want to spend a week in the Philippines for some beach time and snorkeling.
We're looking for the best spot to settle in—nice beaches, great marine life, and short transfer times.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Hi there,
Does anyone know of a private transfer or taxi company that organizes transfers from the Sukhothai area to Chiang Mai? Our routes are Sukhothai-Lampang, Lampang-Chom Thong, and Chom Thong-Chiang Mai. My searches on Google Maps, 12Go, and others haven’t turned up much...
For our Bangkok-Sukhothai trips, I use a company I’ve already tried, but they don’t have a fleet available from Sukhothai and have to go through third-party companies—which, understandably, take their commission. This nearly doubles the prices...
There are four of us, and we’re not traveling light, so a minibus isn’t an option. ;-)
Thanks for your tips! DrSnuggle
Does anyone know of a private transfer or taxi company that organizes transfers from the Sukhothai area to Chiang Mai? Our routes are Sukhothai-Lampang, Lampang-Chom Thong, and Chom Thong-Chiang Mai. My searches on Google Maps, 12Go, and others haven’t turned up much...
For our Bangkok-Sukhothai trips, I use a company I’ve already tried, but they don’t have a fleet available from Sukhothai and have to go through third-party companies—which, understandably, take their commission. This nearly doubles the prices...
There are four of us, and we’re not traveling light, so a minibus isn’t an option. ;-)
Thanks for your tips! DrSnuggle
Hello,
While traveling in Thailand, I’m looking for a Buddhist kumlai reed bracelet.
Does anyone know where I can find one?
In Bangkok, I visited a few temples but didn’t see any in the nearby shops.
If you have any ideas, I’d love to hear them! Have a great day! :-)
Hi there
My trip’s coming up, and I’m having a bit of trouble with three bus/minivan routes. Usually, I find everything at this time of year, but this time—yikes!
Sandakan → Sepilok: No app for this one—you just hop on bus #14 at the local terminal (pay cash on board). But where do I catch it, and where’s the stop??
Sandakan → Semporna: From what I’ve heard, it’s the Sida Express company (great name, right? 😄). Can’t book online, but apparently, you *have* to because there’s only one bus at 8 AM. Where do I board, and where does it drop me off?
Semporna → Tawau: Found this via AI—is it legit? No online booking, as far as I can tell. Minivans leave from a stop in the Jalan Hospital area, near the Milimewa supermarket, supposedly???? And when you arrive, does it drop you at **Sabindo Square** in Tawau?????
Thanks for any tips—I’m stuck!
My trip’s coming up, and I’m having a bit of trouble with three bus/minivan routes. Usually, I find everything at this time of year, but this time—yikes!
Sandakan → Sepilok: No app for this one—you just hop on bus #14 at the local terminal (pay cash on board). But where do I catch it, and where’s the stop??
Sandakan → Semporna: From what I’ve heard, it’s the Sida Express company (great name, right? 😄). Can’t book online, but apparently, you *have* to because there’s only one bus at 8 AM. Where do I board, and where does it drop me off?
Semporna → Tawau: Found this via AI—is it legit? No online booking, as far as I can tell. Minivans leave from a stop in the Jalan Hospital area, near the Milimewa supermarket, supposedly???? And when you arrive, does it drop you at **Sabindo Square** in Tawau?????
Thanks for any tips—I’m stuck!
Hi there,
we’ll be in Mai Chau in June and we’re thinking of heading to Sapa, but first spending a few days in Bac Ha to do some hiking and explore the area.
Is this a good idea for those who’ve been there?
How do you get there?
Thanks for your feedback.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hi everyone. As I’m planning my trip for next winter, I’m looking for hotel suggestions in Camotes, Bantayan, Malapascua, Bohol, and Siquijor. The ones I had in mind seem to be fully booked (unless it’s too early?). For those familiar with the area, is it easy to find accommodations on the spot in January/February? I’m specifically looking for hotels with a pool, beachfront, air conditioning, and easy scooter rental nearby. Thanks for your tips!
Hi there,
I’m planning an itinerary and would love some feedback on whether it’s doable and if the number of days per destination is enough—or too much. I was also debating whether to add an extra night on an island or spend an extra night in Kampot to visit Kep or Battambang.
March 23: Arrival in Phnom Penh in the morning March 24: Phnom Penh March 25: Phnom Penh March 26: Depart for Kampot March 27: Kampot March 28: Depart for Battambang March 29: Battambang March 30: Tonlé SAP to Siem Reap March 31: Siem Reap April 1: Siem Reap April 2: Siem Reap April 3: Siem Reap April 4: Siem Reap April 5: Departure
Thanks for any suggestions or help!
March 23: Arrival in Phnom Penh in the morning March 24: Phnom Penh March 25: Phnom Penh March 26: Depart for Kampot March 27: Kampot March 28: Depart for Battambang March 29: Battambang March 30: Tonlé SAP to Siem Reap March 31: Siem Reap April 1: Siem Reap April 2: Siem Reap April 3: Siem Reap April 4: Siem Reap April 5: Departure
Thanks for any suggestions or help!
Hi there,
Yesterday in the Thailand section, 100% of the new threads were just about beach destinations 😕...
So here’s the counterattack in the form of this photo thread, dedicated solely to the countryside: the locals, their livestock, fields, farms, rice paddies, small rivers, and agricultural machinery. If you’ve got any pictures that fit these categories, feel free to add them!
Comments welcome.
For each photo, I’ll (or you can) indicate the area where it was taken.
Kanchanaburi:
Kanchanaburi:
Sri Chiangmai:
Soppong:
Tha Wang Pha:
Kanchanaburi:

Kanchanaburi:

Sri Chiangmai:

Soppong:

Tha Wang Pha:

🙂 Hi everyone!
Hope you're all doing well! It's been a while since I last traveled, but I'm finally heading out again soon!
For those familiar with SOUTHEAST ASIA, I'm planning to leave in mid-June (with the trip ending at the latest in November), and I don’t have a precise idea of exact places or itineraries yet. The thing is, this period is usually the rainy season...
Any advice? I was thinking of Malaysia or Indonesia, like Sulawesi, for example (all countries and islands in Southeast Asia interest me except Bali).
Any recommendations? I’m doing my research online, but if anyone here has the time and knowledge, I’d love to hear from you.
Thanks everyone, take care and stay happy! ❤️
Hope you're all doing well! It's been a while since I last traveled, but I'm finally heading out again soon!
For those familiar with SOUTHEAST ASIA, I'm planning to leave in mid-June (with the trip ending at the latest in November), and I don’t have a precise idea of exact places or itineraries yet. The thing is, this period is usually the rainy season...
Any advice? I was thinking of Malaysia or Indonesia, like Sulawesi, for example (all countries and islands in Southeast Asia interest me except Bali).
Any recommendations? I’m doing my research online, but if anyone here has the time and knowledge, I’d love to hear from you.
Thanks everyone, take care and stay happy! ❤️
Hi there,
My partner and I are planning a trip to Indonesia in September-October 2026. It’ll be our first time in Asia, and we’re thinking of hitting the classic spots in East Java and Bali, then wrapping up with a cruise around Komodo for some snorkeling/diving. Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary—I’m wondering if it’s doable.
20/09: Flight from Jakarta to Yogyakarta, arrive around noon, afternoon/evening and overnight in Yogyakarta. 21/09: Borobudur 22/09: Prambanan 23/09: Travel to Bromo (Cemoro Lawang) 24/09: Bromo 25/09: Kawa Ijen 26/09: Travel to Bali, overnight in Pemuteran 27/09: Excursion to Pulau Melujan, overnight in Pemuteran 28/09: Travel to Munduk, overnight in Munduk 29/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 30/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 01/10: Route to Ubud (via Pura Ulu Danau Bratan, Jatiluwih?), overnight in Ubud 02/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 03/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 04/10: Travel to Denpasar, flight to Labuan Bajo, overnight in Labuan Bajo 05/10: Komodo cruise 06/10: Komodo cruise 07/10: Komodo cruise, flight to Denpasar in the late afternoon/evening or overnight in Labuan Bajo. 08/10: Flight to Denpasar (if not taken the day before), afternoon in Jimbaran, overnight near Denpasar 09/10: 10:00 AM flight Denpasar - SIN, overnight in Singapore 10/10: Flight SIN-YQB
Thanks for your thoughts—and for your time!
My partner and I are planning a trip to Indonesia in September-October 2026. It’ll be our first time in Asia, and we’re thinking of hitting the classic spots in East Java and Bali, then wrapping up with a cruise around Komodo for some snorkeling/diving. Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary—I’m wondering if it’s doable.
20/09: Flight from Jakarta to Yogyakarta, arrive around noon, afternoon/evening and overnight in Yogyakarta. 21/09: Borobudur 22/09: Prambanan 23/09: Travel to Bromo (Cemoro Lawang) 24/09: Bromo 25/09: Kawa Ijen 26/09: Travel to Bali, overnight in Pemuteran 27/09: Excursion to Pulau Melujan, overnight in Pemuteran 28/09: Travel to Munduk, overnight in Munduk 29/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 30/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 01/10: Route to Ubud (via Pura Ulu Danau Bratan, Jatiluwih?), overnight in Ubud 02/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 03/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 04/10: Travel to Denpasar, flight to Labuan Bajo, overnight in Labuan Bajo 05/10: Komodo cruise 06/10: Komodo cruise 07/10: Komodo cruise, flight to Denpasar in the late afternoon/evening or overnight in Labuan Bajo. 08/10: Flight to Denpasar (if not taken the day before), afternoon in Jimbaran, overnight near Denpasar 09/10: 10:00 AM flight Denpasar - SIN, overnight in Singapore 10/10: Flight SIN-YQB
Thanks for your thoughts—and for your time!
Hi everyone,
My girlfriend and I booked our tickets with Saudia Airlines for a trip to Thailand this summer, from July 5th to August 3rd. Given the geopolitical situation in the Middle East, we’re keeping a close eye on the news.
I was wondering if anyone here is in the same situation as us?
• Have you heard anything about possible mass cancellations or if the airline is still maintaining its routes to Asia?
• Are there any travelers who’ve recently returned who could tell us if air corridors have been changed (longer flight times)?
The idea is to know what to expect so we can prepare as best as possible. Thanks for your replies! !
Hi everyone,
Thanks for all your contributions on the forum—they’ve really helped me plan my trip. There are four of us friends heading to Sulawesi for 20 days. Based on all your advice, I’ve put together the following itinerary:
July 30: Makassar – sightseeing July 31: Makassar – sightseeing + overnight bus to Rantepao August 1–7: Tana Toraja with a guide August 7: Tana Toraja to Tentena + visit Tentena August 8: Early departure with a private driver to Ampana, then ferry to the Togian Islands August 9–15: Togian Islands (2 different resorts) August 15: Depart Togian Islands for Luwuk August 16: Flight Luwuk to Makassar August 17: Rammang Rammang August 18: Stroll in Makassar, then return home
Overall, what do you think?
I also have a question about the connection between Tentena and the Togian Islands: Is it doable to leave early in the morning as planned and still be sure not to miss the ferry?
Thanks in advance for your feedback! :)
Thanks for all your contributions on the forum—they’ve really helped me plan my trip. There are four of us friends heading to Sulawesi for 20 days. Based on all your advice, I’ve put together the following itinerary:
July 30: Makassar – sightseeing July 31: Makassar – sightseeing + overnight bus to Rantepao August 1–7: Tana Toraja with a guide August 7: Tana Toraja to Tentena + visit Tentena August 8: Early departure with a private driver to Ampana, then ferry to the Togian Islands August 9–15: Togian Islands (2 different resorts) August 15: Depart Togian Islands for Luwuk August 16: Flight Luwuk to Makassar August 17: Rammang Rammang August 18: Stroll in Makassar, then return home
Overall, what do you think?
I also have a question about the connection between Tentena and the Togian Islands: Is it doable to leave early in the morning as planned and still be sure not to miss the ferry?
Thanks in advance for your feedback! :)
Hi everyone,
I’m currently working on a 30-day itinerary for May/June 2027.
10 days in eastern Java (Malang, Bromo, waterfalls, Meru Beriti Park, Banyuwangi, and Ijen), a short transit in Ubud for a few days, then Flores before heading back to Jakarta.
We’ll spend 15 days in Flores (the classic route: Moni, Bajawa, Riung, Ruteng, ending in Labuan Bajo).
I’d love some firsthand feedback on flights to Maumere or Ende from Bali Denpasar. I know there are no direct routes and that you have to connect through Labuan Bajo or Timor (I think), which isn’t an issue in itself.
But I’ve read here and there that flights to these destinations can be delayed—or worse, canceled—and that it’s better to fly in and out of Labuan Bajo, which isn’t exactly ideal...
Thanks for any tips or experiences you can share!