je pars 10 jours avec ma fiancée a siem reap pour visiter angkor .
nous avons 1800 euros de budget pour 2.
pour les transports, hôtel, manger, souvenir, et payer l'entrée du parc enfin tout .
je pense que cela et bien suffisant mais un avis plus compétent me rassure ré merci d'avance
Le paradis et peut être sur terre . Faut il encore savoir vivre son propre paradis
cool sa me rassure le reste le trop d'argent ira pour un horphelina. quoi qu'il arrive mais poche seront vide a mon retour .
mais sa serai volontiers pour te payer un resto.
enfin un ministre pas radin mdr😏
Le paradis et peut être sur terre . Faut il encore savoir vivre son propre paradis
🙂 si tu passes dans les secteur de Phnom Penh, j'y serai...Tu peux meme prendre l'avion !
Pour l'orphelinat, super cool, mais le mieux est de donner de France, tu es defiscalisé à 66/100 donc tu peux donner 3 fois plus! 😉
Je m'occupe perso de celui là www.elephantblanc.org Si le coeur t'en dit, bienvenu au club !😏
super pour l'orphelinat en rentrant de voyage le reste ira a ton association j'avais déjà repérer cette association alors sa sera pour elle.
dsl pour le repas mais je ne viens pas a pp. serai était avec grand plaisir .
merci a toi
Le paradis et peut être sur terre . Faut il encore savoir vivre son propre paradis
1800 euros ... nan nan je crois que c'est pas suffisant
hihihihihihi serieux je suis pas un gaucho (loin de la) mais kan je lis cela ...
j'espere just que vous inviterez les pti gamin a manger avec vous si evidement vous vous arretez manger dans
un resto de rue sur la place en ville ...
désoler je suis pas un gros bourge j'ai seulement 19 ans et je bosse pour sa .
j'ai seulement peur de manquer et de rester coincé la bas ou je ne c'est quoi....
le reste de mon argent ira a une association alors y a des fois...................
sans rancune j'apprends a voyager alors soyer indulgent .
Le paradis et peut être sur terre . Faut il encore savoir vivre son propre paradis
mais tu pourrais être un "bourge" et avoir autant de qualité de coeur que tu en as !
ce 'n'est pas la condition sociale qui fait l'homme, c'est ce qu'il a en lui d'humanité, et je te trouve très "bien" de penser a donner ce qu'il te restera.
tu fais preuve de responsablité, " pour un jeune" ( c'est le vieux qui parle 😏😏)
passes de bonnes vacances et régales toi un maximum
trouver son chemin personnel a travers le chemin initiatique du voyage
Si tu arrives directement à Siem Reap, pense à prendre une photo d'identité pour le visa, sinon c'est 5 dollars de plus. Le visa doit te couter sur place 20 dollars pas plus. Attention à prévoir pour le départ par avion de Siem Reap 25 dollars de plus pour quitter le pays sinon tu restes ou tu paies en euro...
Pour ma part à deux personnes, on a dépensé 2300 euro pour 1 mois au Cambodge.
Bonjour,
Un budget de 180 euros par jour sur place pour deux personnes devrait vous permettre de répondre à toutes vos envies.
Le poste qui peut grever rapidement votre budget quotidien, c'est votre logement. Vous trouverez d'excellentes solutions de logement pour 40$ la chambre. Il existe évidement (beaucoup) plus cher tout comme (beaucoup) moins cher.
Il en va de même pour votre subsistance. Vous pouvez manger pour quelques dollars par jour dans les restaurants locaux ou pour quelques dizaines de dollars dans les restaurants climatisés des grands hôtels. Des choix intermédiaires existent également...
Pour vos souvenirs, là encore, vous pouvez acheter un bouddha en laque à la Boutique des Artisans d'Angkor pour quelques centaines de dollars ou des cartes postales à une petite fille dans la rue pour 3$...
Enfin, les tarifs pour les cités d'Angkor ont déjà été énumérés dans divers posts, avec des solutions de forfait (pour -3- jours, pour -7- jours). Sachez que certains sites ne sont pas compris dans les forfaits "Apsara" et que vous devrez payer pour visiter certains endroits comme le Beng Mealea, Phnom Kulen ou Kbal Spean (s.e./o.).
Vous aurez en fait à contrôler quelque peu vos dépenses les premiers jours et à vous adapter en conséquence...
Bonne chance dans votre ambitieux projet de tour du monde ! Mais, les voyages ne forment-ils pas la jeunesse (et pas qu'elle, on apprend à tout âge...) ?
Profitez un maximum de votre voyage au pays du sourire !
whoui whouiii whouiii
euh just une question tu prevoirais quel budget pour un sejour a londres au rome ???
1800 euros meme a deux et meme a rome ou a londres faut deja y aller pour avoir peur de manker !!! nan ???
bon voyage ce pays est fabuleux
mais euh si je peux me permettre faut penser a cacher ses richesses nous sommes des nantis meme si on bossent pour ca
aie aie aie je t'avoue que j'ai pas tout saisie de ton message mais peut m'importe.
oui je vais y aller le 21 aout c'est pas juste pour lancer une discussion .
j'ai compris que c'est une grosse somme alors ne t'excite pas le message est passer.
merci quand même
Le paradis et peut être sur terre . Faut il encore savoir vivre son propre paradis
nan nan je suis pas existé pardon si j'ai un peu crisé hihihihi
just jaloux je repartirai bien labas de suite snif snif
putain je me vois encore sur mon velo local dans le noir a la lumiere de la lune pour arriver au sun rise sur angkor genial
comme si c'etait hier
vraiment un bon voyage a vous ... je suis sur que vous y trouverez ce que vous cherchez ...
je sais que c'est cool un super hotel a angkor mais toute l'industrie touristique est au main des coréens et il n'y a quasi aucune retombées pour la population locale ... gros echec politico economique
tu sais je vais plutôt essayer de manger cher les gens en payant la nourriture pour la famille et de rester dormir cher eux si il sont d'accord.
mais je pense que avec un peu d'argent il refuseront pas .
je préfère donner 50 dollars a une famille que à un hôtel le confort ce n'est pas pour moi le bien matériel mais le bien humain que je recherche.
je vais également dormir cher un famille sur le lac tonlé sap.
vivre a la cambodgienne pour oublier un peu nos manière d'européen.
jesper que tu y retourneras j'en doute pas .
Le paradis et peut être sur terre . Faut il encore savoir vivre son propre paradis
j'ai adoré le lac tonlé sap ... les moines qui marchent le matin, les balades en velo, les marchés locaux, et puis le lac avec les pti village le temple au chats et au bout de la balade bateau aller visiter l'ensemble de stupa en hauteur (qui ne figure pas dans le lonely je crois ) y ' a d'abord des ruines puis un ensemble superbe (ticket a prendre c'est pour rien)
faire aussi les budha qui sont un peu apres le village au depart des bateau pour le lac il faut longer le "canal" d'acces au lac en restant coté droit en allant vers le lac c'est le bout du monde quelque ferme et des grand budhas fabuleux au sun set c'est ...
Soi toi même et le Cambodge te dira qui tu es.C'est un splendide pays qui n'est pas encore trop victime de la folie qui s'égare sur notre belle planète.Les gens sont honnêtes et plein de vie, bref c'est l'Asie à l'état sauvage.Des enfants partageront toujours une mangue sur le pouce et c'est mieux que de l'argent ou des bonbons carries
Voyager n'a qu'un prix, celui de l'amour de la connaissance
tu sais je vais plutôt essayer de manger cher les gens en payant la nourriture pour la famille et de rester dormir cher eux si il sont d'accord.
mais je pense que avec un peu d'argent il refuseront pas .
je préfère donner 50 dollars a une famille que à un hôtel le confort ce n'est pas pour moi le bien matériel mais le bien humain que je recherche.
Oh la la la, un conseil, tout peuple a sa fierté et tu risques surtout de les offenser en ayant une telle démarche. Si tu arrives à te faire inviter dans une famille, ne crois pas que c'est avec l'argent que tu vas créer une véritable relation. Les rapports seront tronqués. Je vois que tu as déjà pas mal voyagé à ton âge et que tu es déjà parti en Inde, je serais curieux d'avoir ton ressenti sur ce pays et ta façon de voyager car je suis étonné que tu ne saches pas que 1800 euros pour 10 jours c'est une petite fortune pour un pays comme le Cambodge car tu connais déjà l'Inde. Etonnant ce rapport avec l'argent😕
Hi there,
I’ve found so many tips and reviews on this forum, so it’s my turn to contribute a little.
We spent just over two weeks with our family, with the following itinerary:
- Hanoi: 5 days
- Halong Bay: 3 days and 2 nights
- Tam Coc: 3 days
- Mai Chau: 2 days
- Sapa: 3 days
We got around by bike, scooter, Grab, and bus.
Our main accommodations were homestays and hotels in Hanoi.
We visited lots of museums, temples, and neighborhoods in Hanoi.
We did a 2-day, 1-night trek in Sapa with May, a Hmong local, without going through an agency.
A few small regrets: the weather was overcast, and we couldn’t make it to Fansipan, but nothing major 😅. We also couldn’t find transport to get from Sapa to Mu Cang Chai.
Other than that, this trip will stay in our memories for the kindness of the Vietnamese people, the connections we made, the food (street food, homestays...), the coffee 😋, the landscapes, and how easy it was to get around...
Our goal was to take our time and focus only on a small part of northern Vietnam.
If you need any tips or recommendations, don’t hesitate to ask.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hi there, we’re landing at Hanoi Airport and would like to head straight to Cao Bang without going into Hanoi. Does anyone know if there are buses that go directly from the airport to Cao Bang (especially in the early afternoon)? Thanks in advance!
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!
hi everyone,
I want to travel in the north for 3 weeks in September-October 2026 to meet ethnic minorities, photograph mountain rice terraces and their harvest, and revisit Halong Bay—but maybe Lan Ha Bay instead. Can you recommend one or more local agencies?
Thanks, and happy holidays!
I need some expert advice on these two destinations for a 15-day trip. We land in KL and plan to stay for 2 days before heading to Borneo and finishing with an island for snorkeling.
For those who’ve been, what are your must-sees?
We were thinking of spending the last 3 days on the Perhentian Islands, unless you’ve got another island to recommend near Borneo.
Thanks for your tips and help!
Hi everyone,
Could you share your thoughts on my 3-week itinerary?
We’re a small group (family + friends) of 12 people, planning to leave around January 21, 2027.
Here’s my itinerary:
3 nights in Bangkok
4 nights in Chiang Mai
3 nights on Koh Samui
3 nights on Koh Phangan
4 nights in Krabi
4 nights in Phuket
I’m also open to any great tips you might have...
Thanks, everyone! Alain.
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).
Hi! I’m planning a 15-day trip to Malaysia. The idea is to visit KL for 2 or 3 days, then Borneo, and I’m wondering what to do with the rest of the time. I’d like to finish with the Perhentian Islands... What do you think? Any tips or advice would be great—I’d really appreciate it!
Hi everyone,
I’m looking for addresses for guesthouses or, even better, houseboats or rafting houses on the River Kwai, between Kanchanaburi and Sangkhlaburi, to spend a few weeks contemplating this beautiful river.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Premaria
Hi there,
we’re currently in Mai Chau and tomorrow we’re hitting the road back to Hanoi to head up toward Bac Ha and Sapa.
We haven’t really had a set plan since we arrived—we’ve already done the Halong Bay on land and by sea.
I’ve got 2 free days before heading to Bac Ha and Sapa.
Any tips?
Thanks, and looking forward to hearing from you.
Hi fellow travelers,
First trip to Vietnam.
We’ll be arriving in Ho Chi Minh City during Tet.
Is it complicated to find accommodation and get around during this period?
Any tips would be welcome.
Thanks for your replies.
Silly question—backpack or hard-shell suitcase for the Sepilok, Kinabatangan, Tioman, KL trip?
I’m struggling to fit all my son’s and my stuff into the 70L backpack... and I’m thinking a suitcase would be easier, but I’m not sure if it’ll work for getting around.
Hi there,
I didn’t plan to return to Thailand this year, but my health conditions mean it’ll be the best place for me to stay between two trips to India. The tourism setup there is so well-organized that it’s the most "comfortable" country for a short visit. Thailand feels too sanitized for my taste, and there’s too much religion, Buddha, and the King, but it’s still the best option given how my health has been evolving. I’d considered two weeks in ThaTon for hiking, but I got too sick from the burn-offs during my trips to the mountains around Chiang Rai. So I’m not sure where to go this year. Definitely not the sea, touristy spots, or the mountains with burn-offs...
Hello.
In 1996, we crossed Vietnam from Saigon to Hanoi by motorbike—Minsk bikes we bought in Saigon. I haven’t been back since, and it seems like a lot has changed.
- We’re heading to the south (well, the north and center) with the family in July-August (3 people).
- Is the road network more developed now? Back then, there was only National Route 1 from south to north. I’m thinking of renting a car this time (no motorbike with the family—though in ’96, they had a Jawa sidecar for sale, and we hesitated… maybe it’s for the best).
- Is Halong Bay really something to avoid because of overtourism? Even back then, it was pretty crowded. Is there a less touristy alternative?
- We’ll be traveling from Hanoi down to Danang (the only city we didn’t stop in back in ’96). Even though it’s a bit overhyped in a Chinese-tourist kind of way (from what I’ve read), we’re only going for the beach—pure relaxation for 7 days. The beaches are stunning, and I know the South China Sea is warm like coffee.
- Then, we’ll visit Hoi An, where I stopped in ’96. It was already popular with backpackers back then, but no glowing boats or all the touristy fuss!
- After that, Hue, where I have great memories—it’s a beautiful city.
- And also the nature around Ninh Binh, followed by 2-3 days in Hanoi.
That’s the plan. I’d love to hear any tips to avoid mass tourism, and if anyone’s done this before:
- Is it possible to rent a car in Danang and drop it off in Hanoi?
Hey everyone,
I’m over in East Borneo in mid-July.
I’m struggling to wrap up the end of my itinerary, even though it’s pretty straightforward (long but simple).
Last year, we did Malaysia (KL and the mainland + around Kuching).
Day 1 – Arrive in Kota Kinabalu early, stroll around town and hit the must-sees.
Day 2 – Excursion to Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, snorkeling at 3 islands.
Day 3 – Hike around Mount Kinabalu without summiting (450 per person, no way).
Day 4 – Poring Hot Springs + evening flight to Sandakan.
Day 5-6-7 – Kinabatangan River (still looking for the right guide).
Day 8 – Sepilok for the orangutans, the Sun Bear Centre, and Rainforest Discovery Centre.
Day 9 – Selingan, turtle island.
Day 10 – Head to Semporna.
Day 11-12-13-14 – Sipadan, Mabul, Kapalai.
Day 15 – Bohey Dulang.
Day 16 to Day 25: I’M STUCK.
I looked into Danum Valley, but for 3 days/2 nights, they’re quoting 650 € per person—come on, that’s ridiculous.
I checked out a detour into Indonesia (still East Borneo), but I’m having trouble deciding what would be amazing.
I read about Sangalaki + Kakaban (2 islands, 1 base) / Mahakam Delta - Kutai (orangutans and river) / Sungai Boh (Dayak Kayan) – jungle & culture.
But honestly, I’m struggling to finalize this itinerary.
If we venture that way, we’d head back to KK from Balikpapan.
For a 4-month stay in Egypt, I had ENORMOUS problems. The regulations are very bureaucratic and extremely nitpicky there. For a 4-month stay in the Philippines, I was wondering if the procedures are just as complicated? I’m bringing my cell phone with an eSIM. Should I choose a plan from Canada for use in the Philippines, or should I get a plan only once I arrive? After 30 days, do I renew with the Canadian provider I chose before leaving, or do I switch to a local company? Do I need to register my phone with the authorities in the Philippines? (That was the case in Egypt.) For the 3rd and 4th months, will it be just as simple—renewing with a Canadian or local provider—or should I expect problems?
Hello,
I’ll be in Malaysia with my wife, mainly in Langkawi and Penang for Christmas and New Year’s at the end of 2026.
If you’ve had the experience—and since I’ve read (though it’s not very clear) that these two islands get quite crowded during this period—would you recommend booking accommodation well in advance, or is it easy to find something on the spot?
Hotels or Airbnb?
Do you have any great tips for accommodation or any practical info to share?
We’ll be staying 5 to 7 days on each island.
Thanks in advance for your replies
Hi there. To make the most of Lake Toba, is it better to find accommodation on the lake’s shores (which one?) or on Samosir Island? Thanks for your tips!
Hi there,
We’re heading to Vietnam as a family on July 8th for a little over 3 weeks (north and center). We’ve only booked the first 3 nights in Hanoi, and nothing else after that. We like to decide things on the spot and go with the flow, without rushing everywhere. But I’m still a bit unsure: when heading down to the center (Hue), is it better to book the overnight trains in advance? We don’t want to take any flights while we’re there—just use the overnight train for the long trips. But I’m worried we won’t get seats if we buy the tickets on the spot, say, 2 days before. What do the experts here think? And which website can we use to book the tickets? Thanks in advance for your tips!
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
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!
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. ;-)
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! :-)
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?????
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 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
