Aller dans l'extrème Sud-Est de la Thaïlande?
by Avril1904
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
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Bonjour,
Je pars 17 jours en Thailande en janvier-février 2009. Ce sera mon second voyage.
Je voulais aller à Phuket (un ou 2 jours) pour repasser voir un chausseur (qui nous a fait de merveilleuses bottes sur mesure) puis aller vers Satun pour me rendre sur Koh Lipe et autres iles alentour (environ 1 semaine puis retour Phuket pour récupérer mes chaussures puis Bangkok et encores quelques jours à "meubler" sans aucun problème)
Or, je viens de voir sur le site du diplomatie.gouv que la région sud-est est encore déconseillée. Qu'en pensez-vous ? Est-ce juste Yala ? Songkhlat ??? même les iles sont déconseillées ?
Y a-t-il un autre moyen d'y arriver que de passer par Satun ? Il me semble que j'avais lu qu'il y avait une navette qui partait de Koh Lanta ?? (merci Thuan ??)
Quelqu'un a -t-il des infos sur la durée, le prix ??
Est-ce plus long de faire Phuket-Lanta-Lipe par voie maritime que Phuket-Satun-Lipe (par voie terrestre et maritime)
Merci d'avance de vos infos.
Cris
D'abord, Satun, Koh Lipe Bulon etc ... c'est le Sud-OUEST de la Thaïlande (mer d'Andaman si vous préférez).
Tout est calme dans ce coin, a majorité musulmane mais qui n'a jamais appartenu au "Sultanat de Pattani" que cherchent à faire ressusciter les indépendantistes qui posent des bombes et décapitent.
Donc pas de problème ...
(Déjà, Songkhla -HatYai- pour des gens de passage ne représentent pas un grand danger)
Tout est calme dans ce coin, a majorité musulmane mais qui n'a jamais appartenu au "Sultanat de Pattani" que cherchent à faire ressusciter les indépendantistes qui posent des bombes et décapitent.
Donc pas de problème ...
(Déjà, Songkhla -HatYai- pour des gens de passage ne représentent pas un grand danger)
Si vous avez compris tout ce que je viens de vous dire, c'est que j'ai dû faire une erreur quelque part. - Alan Greenspan
Science sans conscience n'est que ruine de l'âme - Rabelais
Coin très calme, en février de cette année nous avons fait Trang - Koh Lipe (en fait le parc marin de Koh Adang) en bateau départ 13H30 arrivée à 17H00. Ce bateau vient de koh Lanta (il s'arrête à Koh Muuk en chemin)
J'aime beaucoup ce coin tout particulièrement la ville de Trang et bien sur le parc marin, 10 fois plus sympa et interessant que la surpeuplée Koh Lipee.
DUC
Merci à vous pour ces infos.
Cette année, c'est sur, je me laisse tentée...
A ton avis, il faut compter combien de temps pour aller de PHuket à Trang par voie terrestre (j'ai peur de lire genre 12 heures de minibus...). As-tu quelques bons plans à me donner sur la ville de Trang et de petites iles moins peuplées que Lipe ?
Merci bcp J'ai trop hate !
Merci bcp J'ai trop hate !
Satun n est pas repute pour etre zone a risque
Il faut eviter la zone Sud ESt ( Hat Yai, ...) mais cela dit tu autant de chances d avoir un attentat dans le RER
bonsoir
Pour avoir votre reponse de Phuket et les autres iles moins peuplees: c'est simple vous aurez les reponses en achetant le guide " lonelyplanet" sur la thailande. il y d'autres endroits meilleur que la Ville de trang:
Koh Chang( en direction de Pattaya peu connu du tourisme de masse et c'est fait pour les gens qui recherchent la tranquilite): de Pattaya a 2h de route de Bangkok et en arrivant a pattaya il faut prendre le ferry boat pour acceder a l'ile de Koh Chang; d'aileurs vous avez un site sur Koh Chang.
Autour de phuket il y a plusieurs iles que vous pouvez visiter.
A krabi il y a Koh Lanta, Koh jum ( voir www.sawadee.com: clique sur Krabi hotels).
A Koh Samui: by ferry boat ou speed boat de Koh Samui vous pouvez allez sur ile de phangan ou Koh Tao( voir www.samui-info.com; www.phangan-guide.com
voir aussi www.asiatravel.com; www.asiarooms.com; et inscrivez vous au forum suivant: www.thailande.vraiforum.com: et pour avoir les informations en Thailande et en français voir: www.gavroche-thailande.com( dans le meme site letitjournal).
Remarque: au cas vous voulez venir avec nous et d'autres membres qui sont present dans le forum on se retrouve pour fin Fev a Mars:15 jours.
Donc si vous voulez y venir on pourra organiser un programme si ça vous convient?...
jean
mais cela dit tu autant de chances d avoir un attentat dans le RER
Euh non, je crois pas que cela soit un bon conseil à moins que tu ne parles uniquement de Hat Yai. Dans les trois provinces du sud, Naratiwat, Yala, Patani, il y a des meurtres, des attentats, des sabotages tous les jours, ce qui n'est pas le cas dans le RER. Je conseillerai d'éviter cela.
Euh non, je crois pas que cela soit un bon conseil à moins que tu ne parles uniquement de Hat Yai. Dans les trois provinces du sud, Naratiwat, Yala, Patani, il y a des meurtres, des attentats, des sabotages tous les jours, ce qui n'est pas le cas dans le RER. Je conseillerai d'éviter cela.
Merci pour ta réponse, j'avais (ai ??) déjà repéré Koh Chang (la grande) mais j'ai un petit doute sur les plages.. J'adore les eaux translucides.. et sur les photos que j'ai pu voir ce n'était pas trop le cas ... Est-ce une erreur de ma part ?🤪
C'est pourquoi j'avais plutot retenu la mer d'Andaman (Koh samui, à lire les forums est bétonnée, et les 2 petites îles au dessus, surtout pour la plongée..) Ah oui j'oubliais, malheureusement je ne plonge pas...
Et pour faire plaisir à mon homme je comptais donc refaire un saut de puce à Kamala sur Phuket (chez son bottier préféré + noix de coco à tomber !) pour passer notre commande, puis Koh Lanta que nous avons adoré et de faire Lanta-Lipe par bateau. Ca restait à peu près cohérent au niveau "itinéraire" car je n'ai que 17 jours en Thailande 🏴☠️ Quant à votre gentille proposition, cela aurait été avec plaisir mais nous avons des impératifs de congés à respecter et cela sera (malheureusement) fin janvier début février...
Et pour faire plaisir à mon homme je comptais donc refaire un saut de puce à Kamala sur Phuket (chez son bottier préféré + noix de coco à tomber !) pour passer notre commande, puis Koh Lanta que nous avons adoré et de faire Lanta-Lipe par bateau. Ca restait à peu près cohérent au niveau "itinéraire" car je n'ai que 17 jours en Thailande 🏴☠️ Quant à votre gentille proposition, cela aurait été avec plaisir mais nous avons des impératifs de congés à respecter et cela sera (malheureusement) fin janvier début février...
Bonjour
Merci pour votre message.
Oui parfois il faut se mefier des photos en ce qui concerne ile de Koh Chang pres de la ville de Pattaya.
Mais la thailande n'est pas un endroit propice pour les belles plages et tres peu limites pour acceder aux eaux turquoises si on compare l'ile de Maurice ile de la <reuinion( tres peu de belles plages aussi nous on est reconnu pour l'accueil et pour les amoureux de la randonnee et avec son fameux volcan quand il est actif. Moi j'ai cette chance d'etres entourre de ses belles plages car je suis ne et habite a ile de la Reunion; Si un jour vous venez a ile de la Reunion vous serez la bienvenue avec votre mari.
pour moi l'interet des plages n'est pas important mais je les visite par curiosite et pour me relaxer car je travaille dans la restauration et le cout de la vie est beaucoup moins cher qu'a ile de Maurice ou Seychelles et nous sommes dans le pays du sourire et c'est pour cela qu'on beaucoup de voyageurs qui tombent amoureux et n'a qu'une envie c'est de retourner mais en Thailande il y a beaucoup d'endroits a voir et sympa avec ses pays voisins: Vietnam Laos, Cambodge, Birmanie.( intressant aussi ses pays...).
Un jour si vous venez aussi a ile de Maurice il y a ile Rodrigues peu connu des tourismes et une destination tranquille au bord de belles plages et peu peuplees.
En Malaysie aussi il y a de petites iles tres sympa ( voir le guide lonelyplanet sur la Mailaisie et aussi office du tourisme de Malaysie a Paris pres metro invalide et dont le responsable est un amoureux de ce pays et il m'a donne de bons conseils lors de mon passage a paris en juin 08 avant de partir pour Marrakech et Tunis .Koh Phangan island est connu aussi pour la fete de la pleine lune ( Full Moon Party) qui se deroule tous les Mois de l'annee et d'autres fetes aussi a Koh Samui.
moi je dois partir pour 1 semaine avant de venir a Koh Samui et visiter Krabi et Koh Lanta:
En ce qui concerne j'aurai souhaite lors de votre passage sur ses 2 iles de Koh Lanta( me donner les bons plans si possible) Merci d'avance.
Mon email est na-not@hotmail.fr
je vous souhaite un bon sejour de nouveau au pays du sourire a vous deux!
Et un jour a ile de la Reunion: l'invitation est lance!
jean
Rebonjour April j'ai repondu a ton message mais j'ai envoye le message a ampan. desole voir le message dedie a vous au lieu ampan qui t'a reondu a tes questions?
jean
😇Merci pour ces infos qui font rever ...
Je pense effectivement que Maurice et les Seychelles ont de très belles plages mais j'adore l'Asie pour son peuple si gentil et serviable, si souriant. J'aime aussi l'aspect culturel de la Thailande...
J'ai longtemps hésité entre repartir en Thailande ou aller en Malaisie mais pour 15 jours, la Thailande est beaucoup plus facile au niveau des déplacements.. (enfin surtout on connait un peu...). Merci bcp pour cette invitation si touchante, c'est noté...
En ce qui concerne Krabi, nous étions à Ao Nang et franchement nous n'y retournerons pas : station trop animée, trop trop de touristes (même si nous en sommes aussi), rien de thailandais à çà.. Par contre, très beaux paysages et surtout bcp d'excursions à faire à la journée au départ de Krabi.
Pour Koh Lanta, un conseil, ne pas hésiter à louer un petit scooter et à faire le tour de l'île. Allez aussi manger à Lanta Old Town bcp plus jolie.. et ne pas hésiter à descendre dans le sud de l'île, peu accessible mais très beau.
J'essaie de voir si je retrouve des adresses dès ce soir ou demain..
Merci pour les info sur Krabi et Koh Lanta( pour les autres adresses sur Koh Lanta il y a Kristy 83 membre du forum qui y va sejourner en Dec 08 la-bas et elle va voir les bons plans pour moi. Donc ne pas inquieter de chercher d'autres info sur Koh Lanta.
jean
Bonjour
Chris cool m'a donne son site: http://mathailande.free.fr
Tu cliques sur Sud Ouest: tu verras Ko Lipe( restaurants, logements, ...)
Tu pourras sur son site ou via message prive le contacter pour d'autres questions : par exemple le trajet pour y acceder et le moyen le plus rapide pour y acceder a ton ile paradisiaque.
jean
Salut
le forum est fait pour s'entraider entre voyageurs et de nous faire rever et de nous donner le gout du voyage que la terre nous donne tant de merveilles et de tristesse et la richesse de la mer qui nous donne l'envie de faniente loin de la polution, des bruits des voitures, des buldings, de son lieu de travail( boulot-metro-dodo)....
jean
Bonjour
Comme je suis inscrit sur le forum lonelyplanet: j'ai pu avoir de la part d'un membre du forum qui avait fait de Phuket- KohLanta.....to Koh Lipe.
1www.KohlipeThailande.com( map de ile avec les hotels).
2:wwwpoohlipe.com ( info en general sur KohLipe....)
3:www.tigerlinetravel.com ( l'agence de voyage ou tu peux faire reservation et paiement viaonline: info sur les horraires a partir de Kohlanta, .....
je te le donne au cas ou tu ne les ai pas: ceci repond a tes questions horraire des bateaus et prix pour KohLipi.
Remarque:
par contre j'aurai souhaite que tu me dis vos points de vue entre Koh Lanta et KohLipi en ce qui concerne la beaute des plages, la tranquilite, ...
Merci d'avance.
jean
Merci beaucoup pour ces infos, ca va m'aider à voir plus clair dans ces nombreuses liaisons maritimes...
Je suis également en train de jeter un coup d'oeil sur les îles du parc maritime de la région de Trang (apparemment moins loin que Koh Lipe..)
Je ne vais pas pouvoir bcp t'aider car je n'ai fait que Koh Lanta mais d'après ce que j'ai pu lire, Koh Lanta est bien plus calme que Koh Phi Phi.. En ce qui concerne la beauté des plages, Koh lanta a de très grandes plages quasi désertes (quand j'y étais en janvier 2008) et d'autant plus quand tu descends dans le bas de l'île... Il y a à priori bcp d'excursions à la journée sur des îles environnantes qui sont je pense très belles (Koh Rok..)
Si tu vas à Koh Lanta, je te conseille d'aller manger au Lanta Paragon Resort, on y mange sur la plage pour vraiment pas cher et c'est très bon. Ils proposent aussi des chambres que je n'ai pas testées, tu peux contacter Kaream sur kareamsuntrip@hotmail.com (il est super super gentil, un amour) pour avoir plus de renseingnements.
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Je ne vais pas pouvoir bcp t'aider car je n'ai fait que Koh Lanta mais d'après ce que j'ai pu lire, Koh Lanta est bien plus calme que Koh Phi Phi.. En ce qui concerne la beauté des plages, Koh lanta a de très grandes plages quasi désertes (quand j'y étais en janvier 2008) et d'autant plus quand tu descends dans le bas de l'île... Il y a à priori bcp d'excursions à la journée sur des îles environnantes qui sont je pense très belles (Koh Rok..)
Si tu vas à Koh Lanta, je te conseille d'aller manger au Lanta Paragon Resort, on y mange sur la plage pour vraiment pas cher et c'est très bon. Ils proposent aussi des chambres que je n'ai pas testées, tu peux contacter Kaream sur kareamsuntrip@hotmail.com (il est super super gentil, un amour) pour avoir plus de renseingnements.
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Bonjour, je vois que tu es en ligne, j en profite!!
Je prépare mon prochain voyage en Thailande sud. Ai déjà voyagé dans d autres régions de Thailande.
En décembre prochain, je souhaite aller à Songkhla pour 3 nuits en descendant de BKK an train par Nakon Si thammarat et avant de repartir à Ko Lanta (en bus surement).
Le billet posté date de 2 ans , moi je pars en décembre 2010. As tu des infos sur le PULO à Songkhla?y a il des attentats ou autres? je voyage avec ma fille de 3 ans , autant être safe...Le site du MAE indique aussi Songkhla sans dire si c la province ou la ville...
Merci si tu as des éléments de réponse.
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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!







