Je vais me rendre pour la première aux Philippines du 2 au 15 octobre prochain et je vais rejoindre une amie d'études originaire de ce pays. Nous avions prévu de voyager durant ces deux semaines, or elle vient d'apprendre qu'elle n'aura pas les congés escomptés. C'est avec grande déception et petite angoisse que je vais ainsi rester au moins huit jours dans la capitale; surtout avec tout ce que j'ai lu sur ce site : ville non touristique, inintéressante "Deux trois jours à Manille? Grands Dieux, pourquoi faire?" voire dangereuse... Quand on voit les photos des îles sur google images, c'est plus que frustrant... Je tiens à préciser que je ne fais pas le voyage exprès de France, mais qu'après un stage de 6 mois en Chine, c'était une bonne occasion de retrouver mon amie, à deux heures d'avion de HK, avant de rentrer en France.
Je suis donc à la recherche d'un logement dans la capitale (ne pouvant être logé au même endroit que mon amie car réservé aux travailleurs...). Je ne suis pas exigeant et recherche le moins cher possible à condition d'avoir une salle de bains privative et une connection internet. N'hésitez pas à me communiquer vos plans si vous en avez. Pour couronner le tout, mon amie travaille de nuit (20h-6h). Je souhaiterais donc connaitre les lieux fréquentables et vivants en soirée, mais aussi les quartiers à éviter.
Nous devrions cependant avoir 4 jours libres le premier weekend et avons envisagé un tour organisé, dans les îles à Caramoan. Nous envisageons peut-être le deuxième weekend de visiter Taal, non loin de Manille. Qu'en pensez vous, avez vous de meilleurs sites à me conseiller ? J'ai lu dans un post Busuanga (en prenant l'avion), les photos ont l'air splendides. Connaissez d'autres sites de ce type et aussi proches ? Le climat est-il le même partout autour de Manille ? (pas favorable en cette saison...) Je suis surtout intéressé par les paysages et sites naturels : plages, rizières ou montagne... Pour la culture et la gastronomie, je fais confiance à mon amie 😉
Excusez mon message un peu brouillon et vague (le titre aussi). J'en avais écrit un juste avant j'ai fermé par erreur la fenêtre sans enregistrement 🏴☠️...
Bref, je suis preneur de tous conseils (logement, visites ou autres...), n'hésitez pas à me réorienter sur d'anciens messages si des questions ont été traitées.
Merci beaucoup de vos réponses :)
PS:ma valise étant déjà ultra surchargée, je ne peux acheter de guide touristique!
tu peux te loger soit vers son domicile, soit vers son boulot, donc quels sont ils ? manille c'est grand !
et tu peux télécharger pour 3,79 euro la partie manille du lonely planet. ça ne pèsera pas lourd !
Elle travaille (et loge aussi je crois) à Boni Avenue dans le quartier (la ville ?) de Mandaluyong. Merci pour la version informatique du Lonely je ne savais même pas qu'il était possible de télécharger certaines parties !!
c'est un quartier que je ne connais pas. quand je suis à manille je loge dans le quartier de malate, mais ce n'est pas la porte à coté. makati n'est pas très loin. la ligne de métro mrt3 croise boni avenue.
hello
Manille est une ville qui peut être intéressante, en fait le problème est celui des grandes métropoles des pays chauds: circulation dense, forte pollution, beaucoup de bruit, misère dans certain quartier. La ville a subi de gros dommages lors de la dernière guerre. Après , il reste des coins sympas: la vieille ville, le parc Rizal, la baie de Manille, le centre Ayala avec ses superbes jardins, la ville nouvelle de Fort Bonifacio, le musée Ayala, le quartier chinois etc
Pour l'insécurité, nous ne l'avons pas ressenti vraiment: être prudent...circuler simplement, sans exposer ses richesses ( bijoux, montre tapageuse, argent, appareil photo surdimensionné...) ça devrait aller. Eviter les quartiers déshérités, les bidonvilles
Les logements bon marché st vers Malate et Ermita et dans le Lonely: Malate Pension, Chill Out mais quartier bruyant
Nous aimons bien le quartier de Makati ( plus d'espaces verts) plus proche aussi du quartier de ton amie (2kms environ): hotel Durban, Sunnet tower dans la rue Durban, le Clipper hotel dans Ebro street, en outre le quartier est assez animé le soir: nombreux bars, petits restos, magasins etc
pour se déplacer: le taxi, le moins cher d'asie parait-il ou le métro (comme dit Cottet) qui lui ne coûte rien ou presque
La destination Caramoan parait difficile, cela reste éloigné même avec l'avion (avion+bus+bateau+tricycle) et en cul de sac; on peut douter du temps sur la côte est, en octobre
Puerto galera sur Mindoro demeure la destination la plus facile, 3h30 environ depuis Manille; sur place petits resorts à prix doux vers Talipanan ( voir le LP)
Après facile d'accès en avion, Boracay, mais les hébergements sont chers
Siquijor via l'aeroport de Dumaguete etc...etc les Visayas peuvent être protégés du mauvais temps éventuel
voici, j'espère t'avoir aidé
perso j'ai laissé qques articles sur P Galera et Siquijor sur ce forum
bons préparatifs
Bonjour et d'abord merci beaucoup pour ce long message et ces conseils !
Je prends note des coins sympas et je vais aller faire un tour dans vos articles. J'ai un assez petit appareil photo numerique, donc si j'ai compris cela ne devrait pas poser de probleme si je reste discret avec. Et sans porter quelconque bijou ou montre. Makati à l'air sympathique, je peux orienter mes recherches dans ce quartier. Je ne me fais pas trop de soucis pour les transports dans Manille, je suppose que c'est aussi facile et peu cher qu'à Bangkok ou autre métropoles chinoises que j'ai visitées.
Pour Caramoan nous nous sommes renseignés pour un tour tout inclus (bateau, hotel...) qui nous emmmenerait en trois jours sur de nombreuses petites îles et sites. Pour y aller en bus, le trajet est long, 10 heures. On va voir ce que l'on fait. Surtout si le climat n'est pas favorable !
En comparant les photos, les lieux plus éloignés (Siquijor, Busuanga...) me paraissent vraiment plus paradisiaques, calmes et exotiques que des sites plus proches de Manille tels que Puerto Galera (peut-être que je me trompe mais on dirait de grandes plages à touristes comme on peut les trouver en France). Est-ce vrai ou est-ce une fausse impression ?
Pour un week-end de 4 jours, tu peux, sans probleme penser aux Visayas, ou le tempssera, peut-etre plus clement.
Avion tot pour Cebu, de la, tu n'as que l'embarras du choix.
Bohol, Negros, Siquijor, au sud, Malapascua ou Bantayan au nord.
Nous avons, ici sur Bantayan, tres regulierement des Manillais qui y viennent sejourner 2 ou 4 jours.
Bienvenue aux Philippines.
Bien cordialement,
Denis.
CouCou d'une perle des Philippines, Bantayan Island
bjour,
A Makati, les jardins de Greenbelt valent le coup de s'y promener
Manille-Caramoan, je dirais même 14h de trajet
L'intérêt de P Galera: facilité d'accès, jolies plages en privilégiant les plages de l'ouest (Talipanan, Tamaraw beach) d'accord du fait de l'accès facile un peu plus de monde mais incomparable à la côte d'azur surtout en octobre basse saison
Siquijor, Bantayan sont des petites iles, paisibles, paradisiaques à visiter en louant une moto
Merci beaucoup pour tous ces précieux conseils ! En effet, apparemment il faut compter 12h de bus entre Manille et Naga, nous abandonnons donc cette destination et nous pensons plutôt passer le premier weekend (nous avons du samedi matin au lundi apres-midi) à Puerto Galera, et le second ou nous aurons quatre jours certainement à Siquijor qui semble très intéressante pour quelques jours selon les autres posts !! Surtout que les tarifs d'avion sont très attractifs : 60 euros l'aller-retour Manille-Dumaguete incluant taxes, bagages, siège... Pour Naga, c'est presque 3 fois plus cher avec Cebu Pacific !
Je prends note de tous les sites intéressants de Manille, merci !!!
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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 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.
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. ;-)
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 :-)
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?
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!
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?
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).
