1 - Quels sont les postes frontieres entre le Laos et le Vietnam par la route ?
2 - Si nous prenons notre visa pour le Vietnam au Cambodge, combien de temps avons nous pour l utiliser ?
3 - Ou est-il possible de prendre son visa pour le Laos au Cambodge en dehors de la capitale Cambodgienne (Siem Reap par exemple)?
4- Avez vous une idee des possibilites de Vol entre le Vietnam et le Myanmar (prix et conditions...) ?
Nous realisons un voyage de 2ans avec nos 3 bambins de 13 mois, 5ans et 12ans. Nous sommes en route depuis 9mois...
nous voyageons en Asie uniquement par la route en bus, train et autres transports locaux...
Nous avons passe 7 mois a Madagascar avant d arriver en Thailande depuis 2 mois.
Est-il toujours impossible de franchir une frontiere terrestre entre Laos, Thailande vers le Myanmar ?
Merci de votre aide !
Francis et toute Lafamily !
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Je viens de passer la frontiere entre le Laos et le Vietnam en prenant un bus de Savannaket a Hue. C'est un bus de nuit qui coute environ 11usd, il part de Savannaket a 22h00 et arrive au poste frontiere a 1h00 environ .... et la il faut attendre l'ouverture du poste qui a lieu a 7h00 pour le cote Laos. Il faut prevoir de donner son passeport a un intermediaire qui prend en charge tout le bus moyennant finance (2usd par personne), ensuite il faut passer les controles cote Vietnamien ... encore deux heures d'attente ! Et pour finir, le bus nous depose a 15 km d'Hue ... il faut prendre une moto pour finir le voyage !
Si je devais le refaire, j'irais jusqu'a Danang (terminal du bus) pour eviter la derniere partie.
C'est un peu long, peu confortable mais cela a l'avantage de ne pas avoir a changer de bus plusieurs fois. Attention, il n'existe pas de bus direct entre le poste frontiere et Hue.
Concernant le visa pour le vietnam, j'ai fait faire le mien a Vientiane (prevoir 3 jours). Je vous conseille vivement de passer par une guesthouse cela revient moins cher que d'aller a l'ambassade (45usd par une guesthouse et 50 a l'ambassade - ne me demandait pas pourquoi !). Le visa est valable un mois de date a date, vous pouvez rentrer au Vietnam a partir de la date de validite du visa mais la date de sortie est fonctione de la date de validite et non de la date d'entree. Si je ne suis pas claire, il faut me le dire !
Je voyage pendant un an en asie uniquement et je vous admire de le faire avec trois enfants ........bonne route
Pour le visa viet au cambodge, tu peux le faire partout, si tu as un peu de temps.
Il faut aller dans une agence de voyage et donner son passeport. Il revient deux jours plus tard avec ton visa. C'est moins cher par agence que par les consulats, car ceux ci se concurrencent. (et pour cause, l'argent va dans leur poche). Certains consulats, sans doute pour justifier leur existence, font du dumping. Par exemple, mon visa vietnamien a été fait a Battambang alors que je l'ai demandé dans une agence a Phnom Penh. Compter 30-35 dollars, contre 50 a l'ambassade.
Le visa entre en vigueur le lendemain du jour d'émission. Il est en vigueur pour un mois.
Le post est ancien, laisser moi vous decrire comment je viens de passer les frontieres Thailande Laos Vietnam.
A savoir: Les routes n’etant pas excellentes, voir innexistantes, il est difficile de se deplacer au Laos. En plus le nord centre est montagneux, rallongant le temps de trajets. Les transports sont locaux (blinde et en mode sauna), ou minibus pour touriste. De plus on a appris que certaines frontiere ouvre ou ferme a leurs guise. La frontiere nord (Dien Bien Phu) est partiellement ouverte (moto pieton velo) car la route est impratiquable (coule de boue, effrondrement, ruisseau en cru...). Un typhon est passe au Vietnam paralisant certaine region.
J'ai traverse la frontiere Thailandaise en partant de Chiang Rai, au nord est de la thailande. On prend une petite embarcation pour traverser le mekong et remplir les modalites administratives de l'immigation (possibilite de visa sur place, mais c est mieux de le faire avant).
Ensuite on peut rejoindre Luang Prabang (superbe petite ville) par bateau. Compter deux jours avec 7-8h de trajet par jour, on dort dans un petit village sur le fleuve. Le bateau est tres peu comfortable (banc avec dossier a angle droit, penible, d'ailleurs au bout de deux heures la moitier du bateau etait par terre). Pour le bateau compter 950 Baths soit environ 20 euros.
De Luang Prabang nous sommes parti pour Knong Khiaw (6$ / 3-4h) (Charmant village) puis pour Sam Neua (13$ / 8-10h) (Rien a voir circuler). Il est possible de faire directement le trajet de Luang Prabang pour Sam Neua (17$ / 12 - 17H) mais c est super long. Le lendemain on a fait Sam Neua - Vieng Xai (2$ / 1h) (charmant village). L'ideal pour passer la frontiere est de se trouver dans ce village, ou a Sam Nea car il faut passer la frontiere tot le matin (Sam Nea - frontiere 2$ / 1h30 superbe paysage).
En effet, on prend un bus a 7h du mat de Vieng Xai, la frontiere est simple et tranquille. Arrive au Vietnam, a Nameo, la ca se complique. Il faut y etre avant 11h, depart pour Ha Noi. Le prix est de 25$, excessif ! Le trajet est long, il y a un changement de bus 3h avant la fin. Compter 10h de route dans un bus limite revise, blinde de locaux qui pue la transpiration. Bref passer en mode routard.
Le chauffeur est intretable sur le prix. Pourquoi ? Parce que lui et ses cousins detiennent le seul bus a la frontiere, le seul resto et la seule Guest House de Nameo. Vous manger, dormez ou voyager par eux a coup sure. Il a une bonne tete de truand et en a rien a cirer de vous, vous payez ou vous restez. Si vous avez de la chance de croiser une voiture, demander lui si elle va a Ha Noi ou dans une ville ou vous pouvez prendre un bus, ca coutera moins cher et ce sera plus comfortable et plus rapide.
Voila, pour resumer, le Laos du nord a de superbe paysage, des ptits villages sympas. Mais les transports et les trajets sont penibles. Reserve aux routards avertis.
Vous ne pouvez aller au Myanmar qu'en avion. Le mieux est Bangkok-Yangoon par Myanmar Airlines (1h 1/2 de vol)
Le visa touriste pour le Vietnam est de 30 jours quel que soit l'endroit ou on l'obtient
Il y a plusieurs points de passage entre le Vietnam et le Laos; du nord au sud: Tay Trang, a 11km de Dien Bien Phu La route Mai Chau- Ban Ban Nam Can-Ban Ban (Nam Can est au bout de la route 7 partant de la route cotiere No 1 0 40 km au nord de Vinh Co Treo-Ban Ban (Cau Treo meme chose a 10 km au sud de Vinh)
Au centre, route 9 Dong Ha-Khe San-La Bao (Dong Ha est sur lka 1 a 68km au nord de Hue)
Thailande-Vietnam: je connais, au nord Chiang Saen pour Luang Prabang (on peut descendre le Mekong en bateau; SUPER!), au centre, Nong Khai pour Vientiane
Méfiez-vous de la vie, car les ratés ne vous rateront pas!
C'est rarissime, et, avec la petite famille -bien sympa, entre parentheses- je ne m'y risquerais pas
Pas d’inquiétude son message date de 2006…ils sont revenus depuis… Je me souviens très bien qu’il m’avait ni plus ni moins accusé presque de collaboration avec la junte, le fait même d’aller en Birmanie et d’entretenir le trésor …alors qu’il venait lui-même d’en revenir …hahaha
J’y étais, c’était juste après l’assassinat des moines, et j’ai pu constater de visu, qu’effectivement les Birmans avaient impérativement besoin que les touristes continuent à visiter la Birmanie en « indépendant évidemment » et ne pas passer par les réseaux contrôlés par la junte.
Point barre.😛
"Collaboration" avec la junte, nous n'avons jamais utilisé cette terminologie.
Contribuer indirectement (ou directement) au financement du régime : certainement.
C'est chouette, puisque vous avez pu le constater de visu : c'est que ce doit impérativement vrai, vous etes une référence en la matière.
Très bon week-end.
Francis
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Je ne comprends rien au sens de votre intervention! Ce que je disais est que, pour tenter le coup, il vaut mieux avoir le temps de faire demi-tour si on ne passe pas, et pas des enfants en bas age. POINT BARRE!!!!!
Méfiez-vous de la vie, car les ratés ne vous rateront pas!
Je sais cela fait bien longtemps que vous avez mis ce post, cependant vous pourrez peut etre me donner le renseignement suivant ou quelqu un d autre.
J envisage de faire cette route de Luang Prabang a Dien Bien Phu en fevrier. Savez vous s il est possible d aller vers Sapa en longeant la frontiere du Laos plutot que de filer sur Hanoi.
Toutes les infos sur ce parcours seront les bienvenues.
Non car vous pouvez monter sur Phongsaly, mais vous ne pourrez pas rentrer au Vietnam par là. C'est donc DBP et le bus public DBP-Sapa en 1 jour (TRES long - 10 heures) ou mieux en 2 jours avec arrêt à Muang Say (ex-Lai Chau)
Méfiez-vous de la vie, car les ratés ne vous rateront pas!
Oui c'est longuet, tu pars de DBP aux aurores (genre6h30 7h max) et tu arrive a sappa dans l'aprem, c'est un mini bus (enfin quand je l'ai pris) c'est mieux etre en avance on sait jamais. Par contre la roue est magnifique je trouve y'a de joli paysages ca m'a donné envie de faire la région en deux roues :)
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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
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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
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,
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 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
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.
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.
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
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! !
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?