Bonjour à tous,
nous partons en couple pour 20 jours en Thaïlande en sac dos.
Avez vous des conseils et recommandations sur la contenance de ces sac (un de 50L pour madame et un de 60L pour moi même plus un petit sac a dos chacun) ?
Des choses importantes a prendre en voyage qui nous aiderez bien ?
Coté pharmacie c'est bon, je me suis bien renseigner, il y a aucun problème.
Je sais qu'il ne faut pas prendre trop de vêtements, car il fait chaud et qu'il sont pas chères sur place.
passeport, billet d'avion , quelques billets, une carte visa ( au cas ou )🤪 ......... barbot te diras des travels chèques ..
sac? non .. tout est sur place ...... 😉😉
un membre de VF a cette bonne idée de passer a bobbay et acheter 12 t shirts ( pris de gros 1 euros pièce ) . et fur et a mesure il
pioche dans le stock ...... que des avantages 😉
« Le voyage apprend la tolérance. »
Benjamin Disraeli
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Pour 20 jours, cela me parait enorme (50/60litres plus un petit sac a dos chacun!).
En ce qui concerne les fringues et pour chacun, 2 T-shirt (ou un T-shirt et une chemise avec poches par exemple), un jean ou pantalon coton, un short, un maillot de bain sont amplement suffisants, sans oublier un sweet pour le trajet en avion et les transports avec clim.
Maintenant, si vous pensez ne pas ""survivre" en prenant plus petit, vous pouvez au moins limiter, a savoir un petit sac a dos pour deux (ce qui s avere largement suffisant!).
Cela dit, ce qui m 'etonne le plus en fait, c est que Madame ait un sac plus petit que Monsieur.......!!!😉
Comme les autres, sacs trop volumineux, 40L suffisent.
Mes indispensables :
- peu de T-shirt ou de chemisettes, mais en tissu respirant. Un rinçage le soir avec un peu de lessive et le lendemain, le vêtement est propre et sec
- une lampe frontale, très pratique sur les îles quand le générateur s'arrête à 21 ou 22h et qu'on veut lire ou se déplacer la nuit
- une bombe insecticide (à acheter sur place)
- une serviette ultra-légère en tissu respirant
- une polaire pour l'avion et les bus climatisés
Oui c est bien ca! moi j etais partie avec un sac de 70L meme et au retour il me restait meme du poids!
pour partir c est simple :
sous vetements
medicaments
1 tenue
deo (ils en ont pas trop labas)
et c est tout vous allez tt acheter labas ca coute rien labas!!!vraiment!!!
et pour vos affaire d'hivers genre vos vestes et vetements chauds que vous aurez car labas il fait chaud mais ici ca caille....moi je les avaient laissés dans la 1er Guest House ou j ai été en arrivant a Bkk, j ai laissé un sac avec toutes les affaires que je n aurais besoins qu en rentrant!je les ai laissées un mois j ai payé 6€!!!!et je les ai recupérées en partant! au moins je me suis pas encombrée!!!
Pensez au coté pratique!!!
bon voyage profitez bien!! vous avez un itinéraire?
Pour 20 jours, cela me parait enorme (50/60litres plus un petit sac a dos chacun!).
Comme les autres, sacs trop volumineux, 40L suffisent.
Et bien c'est notre premier voyage en sac à dos, difficile de prévoir la taille, au pire il nous restera de la place, et puis il resserviront pour d'autres destinations, pour de plus long séjours peut être ;)
- ->Et chose que je viens de m'apercevoir, je ne voulais pas écrire "contenance" mais "contenue"... (je n'arrive pas a modifier mon premier message...tanpis) car les sacs sont déjà achetés... désolé 🤪
Maintenant, si vous pensez ne pas ""survivre" en prenant plus petit, vous pouvez au moins limiter, a savoir un petit sac a dos pour deux (ce qui s avere largement suffisant!).
Oui, à voir, un des deux sacs et souple, au pire il finira en boule dans le gros sac sinon.
Cela dit, ce qui m 'etonne le plus en fait, c est que Madame ait un sac plus petit que Monsieur.......!!!😉
c'est à dire ? Madame emmènerai plus d'affaire ? Ou c'est le coté "non-parité" ? 😉
Bon, la disons que c'est de la simple galanterie, je pourrai porter plus de chose et avoir plus de poids sur le dos, mais bon ça c'est fait comme ça, sans trop réfléchir.
pour vos affaire d'hivers genre vos vestes et vetements chauds que vous aurez car labas il fait chaud mais ici ca caille....moi je les avaient laissés dans la 1er Guest House ou j ai été en arrivant a Bkk,
Oui c'est pas bête, mais nous ne pensons pas dormir a Bangkok au début, mais partir direct dans le nord.
On s'habillera léger (on part du Sud de la France en pleine apres midi).
bon voyage profitez bien!! vous avez un itinéraire?
Merci !!!!
Oui, c'est un autre topic, cliquez ici
- --> Merci à tous pour vos réponses !!! Je prends note.
Trucs personnels :
Corde legere en nylon de 3m ( pour faire secher du linge , etc.. )
Un sac poubelle costaud type "gravats " = pour s'asseoir sur un rebord humide , pour se couvrir la tete en cas de giboulée soudaine et pour y glisser son sac avant de deposer le tout dans une soute de bus cradingue .
Une casquette et du sparadrap : bien pratique quand on est grand et que l'air conditionné glacial du bus vous souffle en plein sur le crane et que le clapet ne se ferme pas ..
pas loin de khao san road....autre lieux a ne pas loupé c est genial!!!dans cette rue ya tout ce que tu veux c est trop bon....pleins de bars sympa d endroit ou faire la fete et trop bonne ambiance!!!
pour les sawasdee yen a plusieurs mais c est pas terrible les chambres....350 bats je crois pour une double avec fan mais bon c est pas grave!c est ds un coin sympa si tu veux je te donnerais l adresse!!! c est juste ce quartier qu est sympa!!!!a Bkk c est ce que j ai preferé....kao san road!!!lol
pas loin de khao san road....autre lieux a ne pas loupé c est genial!!!dans cette rue ya tout ce que tu veux c est trop bon....pleins de bars sympa d endroit ou faire la fete et trop bonne ambiance!!!
Les avis sont très partagés sur KSR, j'y suis allé un peu comme on va voir une attraction et une fois m'a suffit.
pas loin de khao san road....autre lieux a ne pas loupé c est genial!!!dans cette rue ya tout ce que tu veux c est trop bon....pleins de bars sympa d endroit ou faire la fete et trop bonne ambiance!!!
Les avis sont très partagés sur KSR, j'y suis allé un peu comme on va voir une attraction et une fois m'a suffit.
C est un peu comme les touristes chinois qui trouvent que le coin le plus genial a Paname ou l on trouve tout ce qu on veut, c est le 13eme arrondissement.....................🙂
ben oui les avis sont partagés!
je donne le mien apres voila y en a qui vont aimé et d autre moins, moi je sais que j ai passé de tres bonnes soirées labas, apres Bkk c est pas ma ville préférée en thailande!
par contre pour répondre a la question du couple qui va partir....j avais pris un sac a viande!!!un genre de sac de couchage en soie ou cotton!et ca m a bien servi!!selon les endroit ou vous aller dormir....si c est pas tres propre vous vous glissez dedans et voila!!!
par contre pour répondre a la question du couple qui va partir....j avais pris un sac a viande!!!un genre de sac de couchage en soie ou cotton!et ca m a bien servi!!selon les endroit ou vous aller dormir....si c est pas tres propre vous vous glissez dedans et voila!!!
Oui, c'est vrai qu on peut trouver des sacs de couchage tres legers et prenant peu de place.
Malheureusement, ils sont tous trop petits pour ma taille (j'en avais achete un que j'ai refourgue) et j'embarque avec moi un drap en coton que j'utilise comme toi si je trouve qu un endroit est limite au niveau de l'hygiene.
Moi qui suis grand aussi, j'ai trouvé un sac à viande en soie à ma thaïe (pardon, à ma taille) dans une boutique indienne à ... KSR (ce n'est pas une blague). Très agréable et très pratique avec son rabat pour couvrir l'oreiller (parce que si les draps sont sales, la taie d'oreiller aussi).
Salut, sur mon site web, il y a une liste qvec tout ce que j'apporte dans nos sac à dos (mon conjoint 65L et moi 55L). Voir section Blog. Regarde le lien plus bas!
ben oui les avis sont partagés!
je donne le mien apres voila y en a qui vont aimé et d autre moins, moi je sais que j ai passé de tres bonnes soirées labas, apres Bkk c est pas ma ville préférée en thailande!
par contre pour répondre a la question du couple qui va partir....j avais pris un sac a viande!!!un genre de sac de couchage en soie ou cotton!et ca m a bien servi!!selon les endroit ou vous aller dormir....si c est pas tres propre vous vous glissez dedans et voila!!!
Pour le sac de couchage! généralement je fais la même chose lors de mes déplacements... lol
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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
