Ma famille va partir au VN le 21/05 pour 3 semaines. Nous voulons partir de SaiGon à MuiNe pour 3 jours.
Saviez vous une adresse GH à petit prix même si une chambre à 5 ou 6 pers, pas de prob. ?
Et je pensais à louer une voiture 16 places, j'ai demande le prix et ça donne 200€. Est ce que le prix est correct?
Et les curiosités à MuiNe sont facille à pied ou il faut prendre un transport en cummun?
une adresse GH à petit prix même si une chambre à 5 ou 6 pers, pas de prob. ?
Nam Châu Resort est un joli demeure en chaume, dans la partie Nord de Mui Né, tout près des premières collines de sable (300 mètres). Il possède des bungalows pour grande famille. Le jardin fleuri est assez joli et on accède à la mer directement, avec une pente douce de la plage.
Le prix est modique (car fréquenté surtout par des viêtnamiens), alors qu'il est entouré de 2 resorts en dur dont le prix est multiplié par 3.
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,
Nous rentrons d'un petit séjour au Vietnam :
pour la location de la voiture 16 places, le prix est correct pour les 3 jours. Pour info, nous avons loué ce même type de véhicule avec chauffeur, pour 6 jours, forfait 1500 km et cela nous a coûté 6 200 000 VND soit en gros 50 €/jour.
Savoir que pour un circuit, les tarifs peuvent varier selon la durée, le kilométrage et... vos qualités de négociateurs 😉
concernant les sorties possibles dans la région de Mui Né : les 3 ou 4 excursions envisageables sont éloignées les unes des autres et distantes de plusieurs km de la zone des hôtels. Avec une voiture, aucun souci évidemment. Sinon, possibilité de louer des motos pour aller en indépendant dans le secteur des dunes et des lacs ou des 4x4 avec chauffeur (voir avec hôtels et agences sur place).
Une vidéo prise en 2007 : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hyl2XCsnarY&feature=channel_page
et une vue il y a 2 semaines :
Une balade sympa à pied : remonter pieds nus le petit cours d'eau vers la source des Fées (Suoi Tien), à partir du pont (le seul sur la route des hôtels). Décor et lumière magiques dans une superbe végétation tropicale. Les petits jardins sur berge de cet oasis sont un enchantement.
Pour revenir à Mui Né, nous avons "coupé" par la dune et sommes tombés sur une petite fabrique de Nuoc Mam (manque les odeurs à notre photo !) avant de rejoindre la route. Compter 2h AR, non pas que la sortie soit longue mais le plaisir est tel...
nous avons logé dans une petite structure sans piscine, en bordure de mer, qui propose des chambres à 250 000 VND (+/- 11 €) et 350 000 VND (+/- 15 €) avec 2 lits de 2 personnes, SDB/douche : le Hoa Biên, tenu par un jeune couple de vietnamiens qui a repris l'affaire des parents. Il se situe bien après la concentration des hôtels et commerces, à droite sur la ligne droite qui borde la mer, en direction du village de Mui Né. Repas dans les petits restos tout proches pour une poignée de dongs. Nous n'avions pas réservé (mais nous n'étions que 4).
28 km avant d'arriver à Phan Thiêt (depuis HCM), vous avez aussi la possibilité de monter au grand Bouddha couché de Taku (40 m, le plus grand du Vietnam). On y accède par télécabines (65 000 VND/personne) puis une belle montée à pied par des escaliers raides en plein soleil pour finir sous de magnifiques grands arbres avec cris et chants d'animaux et oiseaux de la forêt. Compter au moins 2h AR.
Entre Phan Thiet et Mui Ne, il y a également 2 petites tours cham ; la balade, notamment au coucher du soleil (7 à 8 km de Mui Ne si mes souvenirs sont bons), vaut autant pour leur situation en bord de mer que pour leur intérêt architectural proprement dit.
Ne pas oublier que pour les balades, la chaleur peut démobiliser bien des ardeurs 😉
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,
La chaleur suscite au contraire les ardeurs
😏 On ne doit pas parler des mêmes !
Non, je t'assure que même en dehors de la zone désertique elle-même, il fait très chaud dans le sud en ce moment. Et nos visites aux pagodes perchées en haut d'escaliers bien raides, en plein soleil, ont laissé des souvenirs cuisants sur les quelques cm2 de peau que nous n'avions pas protégés !
Pour le plaisir, pagode Ninh Chu (environs de Phan Rang) : on dirait un décor de théâtre avec acteurs sur scène...
Je dirais que vous avez beaucoup de chance de tomber dans une fenêtre de 15 jours de soleil radieux. Les baignades en mer doivent être fameuses, à part les vagues vrombissantes🙂 de Mui Ne et de Vinh Hy?
Par contre, l'eau de Dam Mon devrait monter en bonne température.
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,
A vrai dire, même à Mui Ne les vagues n'étaient pas vrombissantes !
La chaleur je te dis... 🙂 Juste un peu de vent tôt le matin pour les accros de planche à voile (et encore... ils ont pas mal bataillé) :
Et du côté du port, toujours le même régal visuel avec la jolie flotille des bateaux de pêche et éventail d'activités liées à la mer :
Pour Vinh Hy et Dam Mon (ainsi que Vung Tau, une "découverte" inattendue et bien agréable), je vais essayer de retrouver les discussions appropriées pour ne pas pourrir ce post normalement dédié à Mui Ne.
Mais je peux te dire que côté température de l'eau, pour des gens comme nous habitués à l'Atlantique, c'était déjà bien sympathique. Même mes parents âgés ont apprécié. 😉
Margouillat: que des belles photos, j'y ha^te dêtre là maintenant.
Pour le logement, le chauffeur que j'ai demandé, il m'a proposé 2 chambres pour 7 et 8 personnes à 1millions/nuit.
Donc, il me reste à calculer les repas.
Donc, il me reste à calculer les repas.
Un ordre d'idée : actuellement, un gros bol de soupe (pho ou autre, au poulet ou avec crevettes) c'est de 20 à 25 000 VND. Avec une boisson, en supplément du verre de thé glacé toujours servi gratuitement, cela revient à +/- 30, 35 000 VND. Pas la ruine. 🙂 Je parle évidemment des petits restos où l'on est servi rapidement ou du marché Ben Thanh de Saïgon, pas de repas gastronomiques avec spectacles et/ou danseuses 😛
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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
nous avons logé dans une petite structure sans piscine, en bordure de mer, qui propose des chambres à 250 000 VND (+/- 11 €) et 350 000 VND (+/- 15 €) avec 2 lits de 2 personnes, SDB/douche : le Hoa Biên, tenu par un jeune couple de vietnamiens qui a repris l'affaire des parents. Il se situe bien après la concentration des hôtels et commerces, à droite sur la ligne droite qui borde la mer, en direction du village de Mui Né. Repas dans les petits restos tout proches pour une poignée de dongs. Nous n'avions pas réservé (mais nous n'étions que 4).
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Découverte des ethnies minoritaires du nord du VietnamFR
Un mois au Vietnam, des montagnes du nord au delta du MékongFR
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Il est grand temps de rallumer les étoiles! (Vietnam)FR
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