Delta du Mékong au Vietnam
by Brooklynboog
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
Une petite question.... Je me demande comment se déroulent les circuits organisés dans le Delta; passe-t-on bcp de temps sur les bateaux? a-t-on suffisamment de temps pour visiter ou est-ce qure tout est mené au pas de course? combien de jours vaut-il mieux choisir: 3 ou 4? tout renseignement bienvenu et merci d'avance!
Salut,
Pour le Delta du Mekong, tu peux depenser 1.2, 3, 4 jours pour voir comment la vie des habitants locaux une croisiere a bord sur un sampam te permet de decouvrir tous les canaux du delta avec pleine de vues sur les deux cotes du delta. c'est genal! c'est vraiment traquille et totalement different de la vie citadelle. Je peux te donner une idee sur le delta du Mekong dans 3 jours:
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City - Vinh long Our tour starts with a drive (3 hours) through the Mekong Delta to Vinh Long Province ; from here we board our river boats for a cruise along the endless waterways of the mighty Mekong . One of our stops will be to a small restaurant serving the local delicacies on the river. We arrive at the lush orchards of Vinh Long where we spend the night in a local home stay. The accommodation is simple – but it provides a unique experience and the chance to get to know a local family (L, D)
Day 2: Vinh Long - Can Tho After having breakfast, we bid farewell to our hosts we will cruise to visit Ong Giao Garden and the handicraft village to see how bricks and pottery items are made. The visit also allows you to discover how fish sauce and soya bean sauce is made. We arrive in Vinh Long Town for lunch. After lunch, it takes about 1.5 hours to arrive Can Tho, which is considered to be the heart of the Mekong Delta. We will spend the night at our hotel. (B, L, D)
Day 3: Can Tho - Ho Chi Minh City Before starting our journey back to Ho Chi Minh City we board a motor boat to visit Cai Rang floating market and fruit gardens in Can Tho. (B)
Mais de toute facon, j'ai deja fait un trajet dans la journee et j'ai bien aime. J'espere que tous les informations te permettra a comprendre un peu comment on organiser les tours sur delta du mekong.
a tres bientot Hoa
Pour le Delta du Mekong, tu peux depenser 1.2, 3, 4 jours pour voir comment la vie des habitants locaux une croisiere a bord sur un sampam te permet de decouvrir tous les canaux du delta avec pleine de vues sur les deux cotes du delta. c'est genal! c'est vraiment traquille et totalement different de la vie citadelle. Je peux te donner une idee sur le delta du Mekong dans 3 jours:
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City - Vinh long Our tour starts with a drive (3 hours) through the Mekong Delta to Vinh Long Province ; from here we board our river boats for a cruise along the endless waterways of the mighty Mekong . One of our stops will be to a small restaurant serving the local delicacies on the river. We arrive at the lush orchards of Vinh Long where we spend the night in a local home stay. The accommodation is simple – but it provides a unique experience and the chance to get to know a local family (L, D)
Day 2: Vinh Long - Can Tho After having breakfast, we bid farewell to our hosts we will cruise to visit Ong Giao Garden and the handicraft village to see how bricks and pottery items are made. The visit also allows you to discover how fish sauce and soya bean sauce is made. We arrive in Vinh Long Town for lunch. After lunch, it takes about 1.5 hours to arrive Can Tho, which is considered to be the heart of the Mekong Delta. We will spend the night at our hotel. (B, L, D)
Day 3: Can Tho - Ho Chi Minh City Before starting our journey back to Ho Chi Minh City we board a motor boat to visit Cai Rang floating market and fruit gardens in Can Tho. (B)
Mais de toute facon, j'ai deja fait un trajet dans la journee et j'ai bien aime. J'espere que tous les informations te permettra a comprendre un peu comment on organiser les tours sur delta du mekong.
a tres bientot Hoa
Je me demande comment se déroulent les circuits organisés dans le Delta; passe-t-on bcp de temps sur les bateaux?
> on peut depenser presque du temps sur le bateau et visiter les canaux mais on a aussi les tour ou tu peux pedaler dans les petites routes et sous rames de l'arbre ou visiter les ateliers locaux et meme visiter les orchards avec pleines de fruits
a-t-on suffisamment de temps pour visiter ou est-ce qure tout est mené au pas de course?> vous pouvez voir les marches flottants et acheter des fruits ou admirer comment les gens faire les cources avec un petit sampam
combien de jours vaut-il mieux choisir: 3 ou 4? tout renseignement bienvenu et merci d'avance!> 2 ou 3 jours est conseille. vous pouvez loger chez leshabitants ou a l'hotel. Mais c'est sympas de loger chez les habitants. c'est aussi une experience pour decouvrir la vie locale
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Je me demande comment se déroulent les circuits organisés dans le Delta; passe-t-on bcp de temps sur les bateaux? a-t-on suffisamment de temps pour visiter ou est-ce qure tout est mené au pas de course? combien de jours vaut-il mieux choisir: 3 ou 4? tout renseignement bienvenu
Je vais vous proposer des exemples de séjour selon le temps que vous voudrez consacrer au delta du Mekong
- Si vous disposez d'un seul jour:--> vous pouvez vous rendre à My Tho à 75 km de HoChiMinhVille. Ici vous pouvez embarquer pour une croisière sur le fleuve du Mékong, faire une promenade en sampan (thuyen ba van), à travers les canaux et les arroyos sous les magnifiques feuilles de palmiers (coco d'eau) qui servent à couvrir les toits de paillottes, visiter les vergers pour gouter les fruits de la saison, et faire un copieux déjeuner du Mékong--> vous rendre à Vinh Long, qui se trouve à 136 km de HoChiMinhVille, pour visiter le marché flottant de Cai Be, puis vous rendre dans l'ile de Binh Hoa pour découvrir les scènes quotidiennes de la vie rurale, les secrets des jardins de bonsai, gouter une délicieuse cuisine chez l'habitant Si vous disposez de 2 jours :--> Après la visite de Vinh Long, vous vous rendez à Can Tho pour y passer la nuit. Le soir, vous pouvez passer une agréable soirée sur le bateau, quai Ninh Kieu et après le diner, louer un Xe Keo pour faire un tour de la ville. Le lendemain, visite du marché flottant de Cai Rang et d'un verger le long d'un canal qui se jette sur le fleuve. Si vous avez 3 jours, vous allez pouvoir connaitre en profondeur le delta :--> De HoChiMinville, vous allez vous rendre à Chau Doc en vous s'arretant à Xeo Quit pour une promenade en sympan à travers les belles forets de cajeputiers. Déjeuner en pleine foret. Le soir, promenade en cyclo pousse pour visiter le Temple de la Dame Chua Xu. Le lendemain, excursion sur le Mekong pour voir les jolies maisons flottantes, puis visite d'un village Cham spécialisé dans l'artisanat du textile. Visite du marché principal. Puis en route pour Bang Lang pour voir le refuge des cicognes puis Can Tho pour la nuit. Troisième jour, marché flottant de Cai Rang et retour à HoChiMinhville Si vous disposez de 5 jours :--> le premier jour, HoChiMinville vers Chau Doc, le deuxième jour après la visite des maisons flottantes et le village Cham, direction vers Hon Chong en passant par le village kmer de Van Giao, village d'artisanat de textile. Le lendemain, visite de la grotte Phu Tu, puis Ha Tien, visite du temple Mac Cuu, de la grotte Thach Dong, de la plage de Mui Nai. Après une nouvelle nuit à Hon Chong, repos au bord de la mer puis, retour à Can Tho en passant par Bang Lang pour les cicognes, nuit à Can Tho puis le lendemain, visite du marché flottant de Cai rang, avant le retour à HoChiMinville
Voila bon voyage
Je vais vous proposer des exemples de séjour selon le temps que vous voudrez consacrer au delta du Mekong
- Si vous disposez d'un seul jour:--> vous pouvez vous rendre à My Tho à 75 km de HoChiMinhVille. Ici vous pouvez embarquer pour une croisière sur le fleuve du Mékong, faire une promenade en sampan (thuyen ba van), à travers les canaux et les arroyos sous les magnifiques feuilles de palmiers (coco d'eau) qui servent à couvrir les toits de paillottes, visiter les vergers pour gouter les fruits de la saison, et faire un copieux déjeuner du Mékong--> vous rendre à Vinh Long, qui se trouve à 136 km de HoChiMinhVille, pour visiter le marché flottant de Cai Be, puis vous rendre dans l'ile de Binh Hoa pour découvrir les scènes quotidiennes de la vie rurale, les secrets des jardins de bonsai, gouter une délicieuse cuisine chez l'habitant Si vous disposez de 2 jours :--> Après la visite de Vinh Long, vous vous rendez à Can Tho pour y passer la nuit. Le soir, vous pouvez passer une agréable soirée sur le bateau, quai Ninh Kieu et après le diner, louer un Xe Keo pour faire un tour de la ville. Le lendemain, visite du marché flottant de Cai Rang et d'un verger le long d'un canal qui se jette sur le fleuve. Si vous avez 3 jours, vous allez pouvoir connaitre en profondeur le delta :--> De HoChiMinville, vous allez vous rendre à Chau Doc en vous s'arretant à Xeo Quit pour une promenade en sympan à travers les belles forets de cajeputiers. Déjeuner en pleine foret. Le soir, promenade en cyclo pousse pour visiter le Temple de la Dame Chua Xu. Le lendemain, excursion sur le Mekong pour voir les jolies maisons flottantes, puis visite d'un village Cham spécialisé dans l'artisanat du textile. Visite du marché principal. Puis en route pour Bang Lang pour voir le refuge des cicognes puis Can Tho pour la nuit. Troisième jour, marché flottant de Cai Rang et retour à HoChiMinhville Si vous disposez de 5 jours :--> le premier jour, HoChiMinville vers Chau Doc, le deuxième jour après la visite des maisons flottantes et le village Cham, direction vers Hon Chong en passant par le village kmer de Van Giao, village d'artisanat de textile. Le lendemain, visite de la grotte Phu Tu, puis Ha Tien, visite du temple Mac Cuu, de la grotte Thach Dong, de la plage de Mui Nai. Après une nouvelle nuit à Hon Chong, repos au bord de la mer puis, retour à Can Tho en passant par Bang Lang pour les cicognes, nuit à Can Tho puis le lendemain, visite du marché flottant de Cai rang, avant le retour à HoChiMinville
Voila bon voyage
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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
Pour répondre exactement a ta question :comment ca se passe avec les tours organisés ? pas de course ou non ? 3 ou 4 jours ? temps sur bateaux ?
La seule et unique fois ou on a fait un tour organisé au VN c etait dans le delta, ca tombe bien, c est ta question.
On a fait trois jours entre HCM Can Tho et Chau Doc, tout cela en 1/2 pension pour 25 dollars par personne (un pris hallucinament modique vu les prestations, pour dire juste la navette, le bateau et le repas du premier jour nous aurait coute ce prix si on avait voulu faire seul). Groupe d une dizaine de personnes et guide anglophone.
Premier jour : un peu de route puis bateau pour visite fabrique de bonbons coco, fabrique galettes de riz, ballade sur les canaux, marché flottant, arret repas et un poil de bicyclette puis une rizerie et direction Can Tho, repas et dodo dans un hotel correct.
Deuxieme jour : marché de Can Tho puis Mekong jusque Chau Doc en bateau apres la visite d une ferme de crocos, Chau Doc le soir, repas hotel tres sympa
Troisieme jour : village Cham, temple et vue sur le Cambodge, une ferme piscicole puis retour en bateau puis retour HCM
Au final tu vois, grosse densité du programme mais dans mon souvenir, on a pas eu l impression de tant courir que cela. Le groupe n etait pas trop important et le guide, cool, nous laissait tranquille si on le desirait. On aurait aimé etre plus de temps a se ballader sur les iles, dans les vergers mais bon temps un peu compté. Temps en bateau ni trop court, ni trop long permet de voir le Mekong (splendide) et la vie sur les canaux (marché bien sur mais aussi tt le reste).
Au final un bon moyen de voir bcp de choses en peu de temps mais evidemment peu de temps pour les rencontres (hormis le guide) et l impression de passer un peu (tres) vite. Si vous avez peu de temps et aimez voyager efficace, les tours vous conviendront. Permet d avoir une vue succincte facile et rapide du delta.
Mais bien entendu, l ideal c est de disposer de plus de temps et de s immerger en galerant un peu. Un luxe dont peu de monde dispose malheureusement. C est ce qu on a fait au Nord et au Centre, bien mieux bien sur mais grace a lagence on apu faire un tr du Mekong alors que notre temps etait reellement compté. Chose impossible sans eux.
La seule et unique fois ou on a fait un tour organisé au VN c etait dans le delta, ca tombe bien, c est ta question.
On a fait trois jours entre HCM Can Tho et Chau Doc, tout cela en 1/2 pension pour 25 dollars par personne (un pris hallucinament modique vu les prestations, pour dire juste la navette, le bateau et le repas du premier jour nous aurait coute ce prix si on avait voulu faire seul). Groupe d une dizaine de personnes et guide anglophone.
Premier jour : un peu de route puis bateau pour visite fabrique de bonbons coco, fabrique galettes de riz, ballade sur les canaux, marché flottant, arret repas et un poil de bicyclette puis une rizerie et direction Can Tho, repas et dodo dans un hotel correct.
Deuxieme jour : marché de Can Tho puis Mekong jusque Chau Doc en bateau apres la visite d une ferme de crocos, Chau Doc le soir, repas hotel tres sympa
Troisieme jour : village Cham, temple et vue sur le Cambodge, une ferme piscicole puis retour en bateau puis retour HCM
Au final tu vois, grosse densité du programme mais dans mon souvenir, on a pas eu l impression de tant courir que cela. Le groupe n etait pas trop important et le guide, cool, nous laissait tranquille si on le desirait. On aurait aimé etre plus de temps a se ballader sur les iles, dans les vergers mais bon temps un peu compté. Temps en bateau ni trop court, ni trop long permet de voir le Mekong (splendide) et la vie sur les canaux (marché bien sur mais aussi tt le reste).
Au final un bon moyen de voir bcp de choses en peu de temps mais evidemment peu de temps pour les rencontres (hormis le guide) et l impression de passer un peu (tres) vite. Si vous avez peu de temps et aimez voyager efficace, les tours vous conviendront. Permet d avoir une vue succincte facile et rapide du delta.
Mais bien entendu, l ideal c est de disposer de plus de temps et de s immerger en galerant un peu. Un luxe dont peu de monde dispose malheureusement. C est ce qu on a fait au Nord et au Centre, bien mieux bien sur mais grace a lagence on apu faire un tr du Mekong alors que notre temps etait reellement compté. Chose impossible sans eux.
Merci bcp pour tous ces renseignements!
Merci pour tous ces programmes de visites qui donnent déjà envie d'y être!!! je pense que nous y passerons 3 jours, mais ce que vous nous proposez ne peut pas entrer dans le cadre de tours organisés, je suppose? D'après ce que j'ai lu, il semblerait que financièrement parlant, il soit quand même bcp plus intéressant de passer par une agence... Peut-on demander un voyage personnalisé pour 3 jours et 2 personnes?
Merci d'avoir pris le temps de répondre aussi longuement à ma question! Renseignements très utiles qui vont me permettre d'organiser cette petite virée!!!
Bonjour,
Je vous ai donné surtout des repères de lieu et de temps pour les visites. Libre à vous d'organiser cela en fonction de vos coups de flash.
A l'aide de ces repères, vous pouvez parfaitement vous débrouiller tout seul sans l'aide d'aucun guide. Il vous suffit alors de demander aux différents transporteurs (Bus, Bateaux, Sympans, cyclo-pousse, Moto-Taxi etc ...) de vous amener vers ces sites.
Un exemple, vous pouvez sacrifier un site qui suit le parcours prévu, quand vous décidez de rester déjeuner dans un de ces vergers et passer votre temps avec le propriétaire, et je vous le recommande fortement ce contact avec les habitants.
Bon voyage
Je vous ai donné surtout des repères de lieu et de temps pour les visites. Libre à vous d'organiser cela en fonction de vos coups de flash.
A l'aide de ces repères, vous pouvez parfaitement vous débrouiller tout seul sans l'aide d'aucun guide. Il vous suffit alors de demander aux différents transporteurs (Bus, Bateaux, Sympans, cyclo-pousse, Moto-Taxi etc ...) de vous amener vers ces sites.
Un exemple, vous pouvez sacrifier un site qui suit le parcours prévu, quand vous décidez de rester déjeuner dans un de ces vergers et passer votre temps avec le propriétaire, et je vous le recommande fortement ce contact avec les habitants.
Bon voyage
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;
🙂 Vous avez une autre solution, que nous avons employée, :prendre un tour de 2 jours avec une agence, (sinh cafe ou autre, de toute façon elles font toutes la même chose!!! ) et rentrer par vos propres moyens ( bus ou bateau locaux ) en flanant. C'est très facile de circuler au vietnam, surtout dans le delta, les gens sont très gentils, vous trouvez des jeunes étudiants qui se font un plaisir de vous faire découvrir leur pays (vous leurs donner ce que vous voulez )
allez piocher des idées dans notre blog http://lapasserose.over-blog.com/ et bon voyage
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bonjour,
quelqu soit la formule que vous choisissez, essayez de ne pas manquer la visite dans les vergers, un repas, une aprés midi avec les propriétaires !!! un vrai régal (vécu en fevrier 2006 ) un vrai moment de plaisir .... les odeurs, la vegetation, l'échange avec ces personnes qui vous accueillent simplement .. qul souvenir !!
vous avez une mine d'infos et de bons conseils dans les réponse d'ABALONE ! heu ..... des autres aussi bien sûr !😉 c'est juste que je me retrouve dans ses propositions !!! 😎 bon voyage
quelqu soit la formule que vous choisissez, essayez de ne pas manquer la visite dans les vergers, un repas, une aprés midi avec les propriétaires !!! un vrai régal (vécu en fevrier 2006 ) un vrai moment de plaisir .... les odeurs, la vegetation, l'échange avec ces personnes qui vous accueillent simplement .. qul souvenir !!
vous avez une mine d'infos et de bons conseils dans les réponse d'ABALONE ! heu ..... des autres aussi bien sûr !😉 c'est juste que je me retrouve dans ses propositions !!! 😎 bon voyage
Merci pour toutes ces idées..nous allons réfléchir à tout ça....
Dernière petite question à vous poser concernant les horaires des trajets suivants:
Avion HCM-Dalat ainsi que Phu Quoc-HCM en décembre 2006
Train Dalat-Phan Tiet et Phan Tiet-HCM
Le site de VN airlines.com est actuellement indisponible; y-a-t-il un autre site sur lequel trouver ces horaires?
Merci d'avance
Je ne suis pas tout à fait d'accord pour dire que 25 dollars par personne est une somme modique excepté si l'hotel était particulièrement agréable. Lorsque j'étais au Viet Nam avec ma copine c'est bien le diable si nous dépensions 20 dollars par jour pour 2. C'est moins cher de le faire en indépendant, mais çà prend peut-être un peu plus de temps.
Bonjour
Impossible de faire l ensemble des prestations proposées pour le meme prix et dans un laps de temps si court.
J ai voyagé en indépendant lorsque je bossais au VN tt le temps sauf ce tour dans le delta, pas moyen de faire autant pour si peu cher.
En outre 20 dol pour 2 = 10 dol/j pour 1 pers x 3 = 30 dol c est donc equivalent aux agences voire plus cher.
Evidemment et comme je le mettais dans mon post, si on a du temps et si on aime le rythme cool, evitez les agences. L agence c est si on veut voir bcp en peu de temps, ce n est pas la meme qualité de voyage c est evident mais cela correspond a certaines personnes ou a certains moments ou coins.
Je prefere aussi la qualité a la quantité, mais pour la quantité les agences sont les meilleures, pas de doute.
En outre 20 dol pour 2 = 10 dol/j pour 1 pers x 3 = 30 dol c est donc equivalent aux agences voire plus cher.
Evidemment et comme je le mettais dans mon post, si on a du temps et si on aime le rythme cool, evitez les agences. L agence c est si on veut voir bcp en peu de temps, ce n est pas la meme qualité de voyage c est evident mais cela correspond a certaines personnes ou a certains moments ou coins.
Je prefere aussi la qualité a la quantité, mais pour la quantité les agences sont les meilleures, pas de doute.
Bonjour.
Vas faire un tour sur le site www.vietnamtourism.com il y a plein d'infos tu trouveras peut-être ton bonheur.
Nous ne sommes que des petits grains de sable posés sur la plage de l'univers
Prenons le temps de vivre, nous prendrons bien celui de mourir
Bonjour,
Pour compléter, et également suggérer un retour, j'indique ci-dessous notre projet pour 2 jours sur le Mekong en famille au départ de HCM fin décembre prochain.
Day 1 Drive from HCM to Can Duoc. Embark on the boat and depart for Cho Gao. Leisurely cruise down the Mekong River while enjoying the beautiful scenery Lunch on board Arrive at Cho Gao and walk around the local market. Continue to My THo Take a walk around Thoison Island and paddle boat through the small canals, enjoying the tropical fruits and the magnificent sunset on the river. Proceed to Cai Be Dinner and overnight on boat
Day 2 Explore the lively Cai Be floating market in the early morning. Walk through traditional lifestyle areas and visit crocodile farm Visit an old house, and sample various tropical fruits Lunch on board After lunch, the boat returns to My Tho Disembark and drive back to HCM
Je n'ai pas encore regardé en détail ce que ça couvrait et ce que ça ne couvrait pas sur le delta (certainement beaucoup d'autres choses à faire et à voir), mais ça donne une idée.
Pour compléter, et également suggérer un retour, j'indique ci-dessous notre projet pour 2 jours sur le Mekong en famille au départ de HCM fin décembre prochain.
Day 1 Drive from HCM to Can Duoc. Embark on the boat and depart for Cho Gao. Leisurely cruise down the Mekong River while enjoying the beautiful scenery Lunch on board Arrive at Cho Gao and walk around the local market. Continue to My THo Take a walk around Thoison Island and paddle boat through the small canals, enjoying the tropical fruits and the magnificent sunset on the river. Proceed to Cai Be Dinner and overnight on boat
Day 2 Explore the lively Cai Be floating market in the early morning. Walk through traditional lifestyle areas and visit crocodile farm Visit an old house, and sample various tropical fruits Lunch on board After lunch, the boat returns to My Tho Disembark and drive back to HCM
Je n'ai pas encore regardé en détail ce que ça couvrait et ce que ça ne couvrait pas sur le delta (certainement beaucoup d'autres choses à faire et à voir), mais ça donne une idée.
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Thanks, and long live the Nam! !
- 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?
Thanks, and long live the Nam! !
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.
What do you all think? Thanks in advance!
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.
What do you all think? Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone,
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?
Thanks for your opinions/answers! Marc Lamarre
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?
Thanks for your opinions/answers! Marc Lamarre
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. Is it possible to take the train from Malacca to Ipoh? Thanks for your feedback.
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
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
Bonjour,
En voyage en Thaïlande je suis à la recherche de jonc bouddhiste kumlai.
Quelqu’un saurait-il me guider pour en trouver?
À Bangkok j’ai visité quelques temple mais je n’en n’ai pas trouvé sur les magasins à proximité.
Si vous avez une idée je suis preneuse! Belle journée :-)
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!
Hi everyone,
Family of 4—2 adults and 2 kids (11 and 15) who are well-traveled. We’re planning a 15-day trip to Indonesia and would love your thoughts on our itinerary. We love discovering local culture, food (!!), seeing beautiful landscapes, and keeping an active pace. We’re not the type to lounge on the beach for 5 hours or spend ages by the pool when we’re halfway across the world. Also, we try to avoid places "ruined" by mass tourism (like Holbox in Mexico, which we loved 10 years ago but not at all on our last visit, or Phi Phi in Thailand, completely destroyed by mass tourism).
Special note: we love traveling by train :)
Here’s what we’ve planned so far:
**Day 1** Arrival in Jakarta, then domestic flight to Yogyakarta. Settle in Yogyakarta.
**Day 2** Borobudur in the morning, then exploring nearby villages.
**Day 3** Prambanan in the morning, followed by culinary discovery / market / local vibe in Yogyakarta.
**Day 4** Train to Jombang, then driver/bus to the Bromo area. Overnight stay.
**Day 5** Sunrise at Bromo, exploring the volcano and sea of sand. Relax in the afternoon.
**Day 6** Travel to eastern Java, then train, ferry, and road to reach Sidemen in Bali.
**Day 7** Sidemen
**Day 8** Sidemen
**Day 9** Sidemen
**Day 10** Transfer to Gili Air (car to the port + fast boat?)
**Day 11** Gili Air
**Day 12** Gili Air
**Day 13** Transfer to Ubud
**Day 14** Ubud
**Day 15** Return to Bali airport, flight to Jakarta, then international flight.
Does this itinerary seem coherent for a family? Does it feel too packed or well-balanced? Would you make any changes to certain stops, durations, or transfers?
Thanks so much for your tips and experiences!
Family of 4—2 adults and 2 kids (11 and 15) who are well-traveled. We’re planning a 15-day trip to Indonesia and would love your thoughts on our itinerary. We love discovering local culture, food (!!), seeing beautiful landscapes, and keeping an active pace. We’re not the type to lounge on the beach for 5 hours or spend ages by the pool when we’re halfway across the world. Also, we try to avoid places "ruined" by mass tourism (like Holbox in Mexico, which we loved 10 years ago but not at all on our last visit, or Phi Phi in Thailand, completely destroyed by mass tourism).
Special note: we love traveling by train :)
Here’s what we’ve planned so far:
**Day 1** Arrival in Jakarta, then domestic flight to Yogyakarta. Settle in Yogyakarta.
**Day 2** Borobudur in the morning, then exploring nearby villages.
**Day 3** Prambanan in the morning, followed by culinary discovery / market / local vibe in Yogyakarta.
**Day 4** Train to Jombang, then driver/bus to the Bromo area. Overnight stay.
**Day 5** Sunrise at Bromo, exploring the volcano and sea of sand. Relax in the afternoon.
**Day 6** Travel to eastern Java, then train, ferry, and road to reach Sidemen in Bali.
**Day 7** Sidemen
**Day 8** Sidemen
**Day 9** Sidemen
**Day 10** Transfer to Gili Air (car to the port + fast boat?)
**Day 11** Gili Air
**Day 12** Gili Air
**Day 13** Transfer to Ubud
**Day 14** Ubud
**Day 15** Return to Bali airport, flight to Jakarta, then international flight.
Does this itinerary seem coherent for a family? Does it feel too packed or well-balanced? Would you make any changes to certain stops, durations, or transfers?
Thanks so much for your tips and experiences!
Hi everyone,
I couldn’t find any recent posts on this topic, so I thought I’d create a new one. We’ve just started planning our family trip to Vietnam this coming August. We’d like to travel from North to South, starting in Hanoi and ending in Ho Chi Minh.
Usually, we rent a car when we arrive and manage on our own. But I get the feeling that in Vietnam, it’s more complicated... It seems like the only option we have is to rent a car with a driver? Is that really the case?
I’m thinking of starting with a cruise in Halong Bay since we arrive on my partner’s birthday, and I wanted a beautiful setting to celebrate it. So, is the option of having a driver wait for 2 days while we’re on the cruise really feasible?
The rest of the itinerary isn’t planned at all yet. I’d love to hear your tips. We’re traveling from August 8th (morning) to the 26th (afternoon).
Thanks for your advice.
I couldn’t find any recent posts on this topic, so I thought I’d create a new one. We’ve just started planning our family trip to Vietnam this coming August. We’d like to travel from North to South, starting in Hanoi and ending in Ho Chi Minh.
Usually, we rent a car when we arrive and manage on our own. But I get the feeling that in Vietnam, it’s more complicated... It seems like the only option we have is to rent a car with a driver? Is that really the case?
I’m thinking of starting with a cruise in Halong Bay since we arrive on my partner’s birthday, and I wanted a beautiful setting to celebrate it. So, is the option of having a driver wait for 2 days while we’re on the cruise really feasible?
The rest of the itinerary isn’t planned at all yet. I’d love to hear your tips. We’re traveling from August 8th (morning) to the 26th (afternoon).
Thanks for your advice.