Idée de voyage pour une personne seule?
by Faiza1976
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
bonjour
j'ai l'habitude de partir seule dans des circuits organisés mais cette année, j'ai envie de changer un peu de style de vacances. Je pensais prendre juste hôtel + transport mais j'avoue que je ne sais pas vers quelle destination me tourner car niveau budget, il est plutôt restreint. Si il y'a des gens qui ont des idées à me proposer ou bons plans, n'hésitez pas à me les soumettre (je suis en vacances fin juillet, jusqu au 14 aout)
Merci de vos réponses.
Bonsoir Faiza,
Si tu voyages seule pour la première fois, je te conseillerais plutôt de te rendre dans un pays européen histoire de t'habituer à voyager seule et de voir que ce n'est pas si difficile qu'il n'y paraît. Si tu souhaites te dépayser, fais une recherche sur le forum et tu verras que beaucoup de personnes conseillent la Thailande. Pour ma part, je me suis déjà rendu seule à Bruxelles et à Berlin et tout s'est très bien passé les deux fois. A bientôt. Aneesha
Si tu voyages seule pour la première fois, je te conseillerais plutôt de te rendre dans un pays européen histoire de t'habituer à voyager seule et de voir que ce n'est pas si difficile qu'il n'y paraît. Si tu souhaites te dépayser, fais une recherche sur le forum et tu verras que beaucoup de personnes conseillent la Thailande. Pour ma part, je me suis déjà rendu seule à Bruxelles et à Berlin et tout s'est très bien passé les deux fois. A bientôt. Aneesha
Merci Aneesha
en fait, je suis déjà partie plusieurs fois seule mais j'avais besoin d'idées. Merci pour tes propositions. Bruxelles me tente bien, je pense qu'au niveau budget, je devrais m'en sortir.
merci
a bientôt😉
Quel est ton budget ? Est-ce que tu as le budget pour te payer un billet d'avion ou pas ?
Après pour économiser sur le budget logement, tu pourrais faire du couchsurfing !
L'Asie c'est bien et pas cher mais à quelques jours du départ, le billet d'avion risque d'être cher. Je pense qu'il faut rester en Europe. La Croatie ? L'italie ? l'Espagne ? les pays nordiques ?
Adeline
voyageuse solo - tourdumondiste - blogueuse voyage
http://www.voyagesetc.fr
Bonjour Adeline
Et bien pour le budget, je dirais pas plus de 500 à 600 euros. Donc pour le billet d'avion, c'est mort, mais de toute façon, je pense que je vais rester en Europe et privilégier l'autocar comme mode de transport.
Je te remercie en tout cas.
Bonne soirée.
Hello
500, 600€ avec transport; oublies déjà les destinations lointaines surtout en juillet aout, ou prends un pack tout compris et même là ça sera juste à cette période, Quels sont tes centres d'intérêt en voyage? nature, culture, plages..?
500, 600€ avec transport; oublies déjà les destinations lointaines surtout en juillet aout, ou prends un pack tout compris et même là ça sera juste à cette période, Quels sont tes centres d'intérêt en voyage? nature, culture, plages..?
Lorsque tu ne sais pas où tu vas, regarde d'où tu viens (proverbe Africain)
Ni aujourd'hui ni jamais, la richesse ne suffit à classer un homme, mais aujourd'hui plus que jamais la pauvreté le déclasse (Charles Maurras)
Ni aujourd'hui ni jamais, la richesse ne suffit à classer un homme, mais aujourd'hui plus que jamais la pauvreté le déclasse (Charles Maurras)
bonjour
mes centres d'interêt sont plutôt découvrir un pays et pas lézarder toute une journée à la plage.
pour le transport, avec eurolines, on a des tarifs interessants, donc je pense que c'est jouable si je mange pas pendant une semaine, c'est bon !😉
a bientot
Hello,
Tu as Prague, budapest qui sont de belles villes à visiter^^ a++😉
Tu as Prague, budapest qui sont de belles villes à visiter^^ a++😉
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Ni aujourd'hui ni jamais, la richesse ne suffit à classer un homme, mais aujourd'hui plus que jamais la pauvreté le déclasse (Charles Maurras)
bonjour
je suis déjà allée a prague, et c'est magnifique et je voudrais bien y retourner un jour.
je voulais juste savoir si la vie est chère mais d'après mes souvenirs, c'était pas cher avant (il y'a 15 ans), je sais pas si ça a changé
merci de m'avoir répondu😉
Hello
Perso je suis allée seule à Bruxelles pour le wk y a un peu plus d'une semaine. J'ai beaucoup aimé, si tu cherches à faire des rencontres, vas y car les gens sont vraiment chaleureux, si tu as soif de culture, idem, c'est une ville truffée de façades BD, de musées et de graffes artistique, et les bonus : je me suis régalée au resto (moules frites etc), c'est une ville ou tu peux trouver des boutiques vintage et des boutiques d'antiquaires...
Bref, moi je te la conseille. Après, c'est assez petit, donc bien pour un week end, mais si tu veux rester plus longtemps tu peux visiter autour (Ixelles ou encore Bruges si tu veux te balader en Belgique : joli aussi..)
Bon je me suis faite embêtée par un black mais franchement ça peut aussi bien arriver ailleurs, il a fait son relou 2 mns et après il m'a laissée tranquille..
Voilà!😉
Perso je suis allée seule à Bruxelles pour le wk y a un peu plus d'une semaine. J'ai beaucoup aimé, si tu cherches à faire des rencontres, vas y car les gens sont vraiment chaleureux, si tu as soif de culture, idem, c'est une ville truffée de façades BD, de musées et de graffes artistique, et les bonus : je me suis régalée au resto (moules frites etc), c'est une ville ou tu peux trouver des boutiques vintage et des boutiques d'antiquaires...
Bref, moi je te la conseille. Après, c'est assez petit, donc bien pour un week end, mais si tu veux rester plus longtemps tu peux visiter autour (Ixelles ou encore Bruges si tu veux te balader en Belgique : joli aussi..)
Bon je me suis faite embêtée par un black mais franchement ça peut aussi bien arriver ailleurs, il a fait son relou 2 mns et après il m'a laissée tranquille..
Voilà!😉
Salut lili08,
Je t'avoue que j'ai beaucoup pensé à passer un petit week end à Bruxelles car déjà j'aurais pas à me forcer à parler anglais et en plus, je pense que ça vaut le coup de visiter cette ville qui est quand même incoutournable en Europe. Juste une petite question, au niveau des hôtels, tu en connais qui sont abordables et pas trop excentrés ? Je te remercie de ta réponse. bonne soirée.😉
Je t'avoue que j'ai beaucoup pensé à passer un petit week end à Bruxelles car déjà j'aurais pas à me forcer à parler anglais et en plus, je pense que ça vaut le coup de visiter cette ville qui est quand même incoutournable en Europe. Juste une petite question, au niveau des hôtels, tu en connais qui sont abordables et pas trop excentrés ? Je te remercie de ta réponse. bonne soirée.😉
Hello,
Je pense qu'à Bruxelles, comme partout en Europe, il y a moyen de faire du couchsurfing.
De plus cela te permettra :
1/ de rencontrer des locaux et te faire des potes 2/ d'avoir des tuyaux hors des sentiers battus, hors de ce qui est recommandé dans les guides 3/ de ne pas être seule à l'hotel qui peut te coûter cher
et tout cela à coût mini. Vraiment je te recommande de tester cette façon différente de voyager dans le cadre d'un voyage à budget réduit.
Bonne soirée.
Je pense qu'à Bruxelles, comme partout en Europe, il y a moyen de faire du couchsurfing.
De plus cela te permettra :
1/ de rencontrer des locaux et te faire des potes 2/ d'avoir des tuyaux hors des sentiers battus, hors de ce qui est recommandé dans les guides 3/ de ne pas être seule à l'hotel qui peut te coûter cher
et tout cela à coût mini. Vraiment je te recommande de tester cette façon différente de voyager dans le cadre d'un voyage à budget réduit.
Bonne soirée.
Adeline
voyageuse solo - tourdumondiste - blogueuse voyage
http://www.voyagesetc.fr
merci
je vais faire un tour sur le site
bonne soirée
Salut!
C'est vrai comme dit notre collègue que le couchsurfing peut être trés sympa si tu veux rencontrer des 'autochtones', économiser et qu'ils t'indiquent des bons plans. Après comme tu es une nana seule, sans vouloir tomber dans la parano, choisis bien la personne chez qui tu vas..
Après tu as aussi les auberges de jeunesse, et les Bed and Breakfast, moins cher que l'hotel et ou tu peux aussi rencontrer des gens..
le lien des B TO B : http://visitbrussels.be/bitc/front/home/display/lg/fr/section/visiteur.do.
Moi j'avais pris un hotel, près du centre, mais c'etait 70 euros la nuit en single donc je ne sais pas si c'est dans tes prix, mais c'est vrai que c'est un peu cher. Le nom c'est 'A la Grande Cloche'. Cher, pas luxueux mais propre et correct, bien placé, personnel sympathique, et petit dej énorme!
Voilà! Bonnes recherches!
C'est vrai comme dit notre collègue que le couchsurfing peut être trés sympa si tu veux rencontrer des 'autochtones', économiser et qu'ils t'indiquent des bons plans. Après comme tu es une nana seule, sans vouloir tomber dans la parano, choisis bien la personne chez qui tu vas..
Après tu as aussi les auberges de jeunesse, et les Bed and Breakfast, moins cher que l'hotel et ou tu peux aussi rencontrer des gens..
le lien des B TO B : http://visitbrussels.be/bitc/front/home/display/lg/fr/section/visiteur.do.
Moi j'avais pris un hotel, près du centre, mais c'etait 70 euros la nuit en single donc je ne sais pas si c'est dans tes prix, mais c'est vrai que c'est un peu cher. Le nom c'est 'A la Grande Cloche'. Cher, pas luxueux mais propre et correct, bien placé, personnel sympathique, et petit dej énorme!
Voilà! Bonnes recherches!
merci du tuyau
Bonjour
J'ai choisi de passer 2 jours à bruxelles.
je voulais avoir 2 ou 3 tuyaux.
Est ce que la brusselscard est utile ou ça ne sert à rien dans une ville comme Bruxelles ?
As tu 2 ou 3 bonnes adresses pour sortir le soir ?
Pas des boites de nuit mais plutot petits concerts ou spectacles, ou bars animés pas trop retirés quand même vu que j'y vais seule ?
voila, je te remercie d'avance de tes réponses
bonne journée.😉
Salut!
La BrusselCard ça dépend, en fait c'est intéressant si tu fais pas mal de musées, tu peux avoir les entrées gratuites (il me semble) et les transports gratuits (sinon 1,80 euros le ticket :s). perso je ne l'ai pas prise car j'ai surtout visité la ville et ses ruelles, à pied (c'est grand mais c'est une ville à taille humaine dc si tu veux vraiment tu peux la parcourir à pied)
Le soir je suis allée au 'Delirium Café', un endroit trés sympa et ou tu as 2500 bières au choix (rien que ça..!) et c'est en pleinn dans le centre ville (tt près de la Grand Place) : incontournable.
Après, je me souviens avoir vu pas mal de bars sympas pas loin du centre, à toi de voir ce que tu préfères qd tu y passes.
Sans vouloir faire de la pub, je te conseille d'acheter le guide du routard, ou tu as toutes ces infos et ou c'est vraiment bien expliqué.
Voilà!
La BrusselCard ça dépend, en fait c'est intéressant si tu fais pas mal de musées, tu peux avoir les entrées gratuites (il me semble) et les transports gratuits (sinon 1,80 euros le ticket :s). perso je ne l'ai pas prise car j'ai surtout visité la ville et ses ruelles, à pied (c'est grand mais c'est une ville à taille humaine dc si tu veux vraiment tu peux la parcourir à pied)
Le soir je suis allée au 'Delirium Café', un endroit trés sympa et ou tu as 2500 bières au choix (rien que ça..!) et c'est en pleinn dans le centre ville (tt près de la Grand Place) : incontournable.
Après, je me souviens avoir vu pas mal de bars sympas pas loin du centre, à toi de voir ce que tu préfères qd tu y passes.
Sans vouloir faire de la pub, je te conseille d'acheter le guide du routard, ou tu as toutes ces infos et ou c'est vraiment bien expliqué.
Voilà!
Bonjour
C'est super sympa d'avoir répondu si rapidement.
Je te remercie pour les bons plans que tu m'as donné.
a bientot😉
bonjour
effectivement malte était une des destinations qui me tentaient mais le budget serré ne m'a pas permis d'y aller.
je te remercie pour ta suggestion.
bonne soirée
Re,
ben disons que c'est un peu moins cher qu'ici mais globalement ça n'est pas une destination qu'on pourrait définir comme pas cher. Budapest m'est revenu un poil moins cher que Prague; mais différence pas si grande
ben disons que c'est un peu moins cher qu'ici mais globalement ça n'est pas une destination qu'on pourrait définir comme pas cher. Budapest m'est revenu un poil moins cher que Prague; mais différence pas si grande
Lorsque tu ne sais pas où tu vas, regarde d'où tu viens (proverbe Africain)
Ni aujourd'hui ni jamais, la richesse ne suffit à classer un homme, mais aujourd'hui plus que jamais la pauvreté le déclasse (Charles Maurras)
Ni aujourd'hui ni jamais, la richesse ne suffit à classer un homme, mais aujourd'hui plus que jamais la pauvreté le déclasse (Charles Maurras)
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Now I’m heading off on this adventure alone. It’s not that I’ve never traveled solo before—I spent three months exploring Southeast Asia by myself last year—but I still have a few questions, and I’d really appreciate your input.
* I don’t think traveling alone in these countries is very risky—what do you think? * Maybe I could hire a driver? What would that cost, since some places seem tricky to reach by public transport. Do you have any driver recommendations? * I don’t want to rent a car—the driving seems too unpredictable, especially in Georgia. * I’d love to do some nice hikes—are there any guides available?
Here’s my rough itinerary: YEREVAN and surroundings YEGHEGNADZOR for Noravank GORIS and TATEV LAKE SEVAN DILIJAN HAGHPAT TBILISI and surroundings The CAUCASUS toward Mestia UPLISTSIKHE VARDZIA Return to Yerevan for my flight
Thanks to anyone who can share their experiences or answer my questions!
Hi,
Can you share some info about Mauritius, since I’m traveling alone and would like a local contact there?
Thanks.
Hi everyone,
I wanted to share a few tips that really helped me better prepare my carry-on luggage. After a few trips (and some mistakes too!), I’ve finally found a way to organize myself that makes life a lot easier. Maybe this can help other travelers here.
1. Choose a practical and sturdy bag
A good bag is the foundation. I’ve noticed that a model with a solid structure, sturdy wheels, and a well-thought-out interior really changes the experience. Hard-shell suitcases hold up better, especially when you’re hopping between flights. Personally, I use a Lambert suitcase because the interior is super well-divided, but the important thing is to find a model that works for you.
2. Rolling your clothes really works
It’s simple, but it saves so much space. Plus, it wrinkles less. I do this now for almost everything, especially lightweight clothes.
3. Keep everything in a small kit
100 ml liquids, toothbrush, cream, mini first-aid kit… Having all of that in one clear toiletry bag makes going through security much easier. It saves you from having to take everything out and put it back in a rush.
4. A pouch for essentials
Passport, headphones, charger, phone… I keep all of that in the same pouch. It saves so much stress when you need to find something quickly, especially on the plane.
5. Traveling lighter makes all the difference
Since I started choosing versatile clothes that mix and match well, I travel with a lot less. Less weight, fewer decisions to make, fewer things to lug around. It honestly makes traveling so much more enjoyable.
From the conversations I’ve had with other travelers (and several customers too), I’ve realized you can really simplify your trip just by organizing a little better and choosing good accessories.
If you have other tips or methods that work for you, I’d love to read them. We always learn from others on this forum.
Looking forward to exchanging with you all!
Hi,
Has anyone recently taken the boat to Casamance from Dakar and could share their experience?
From France, is it possible to book online, or do you need to go through an agency? How far in advance?
Boarding/disembarking: how does it work? Do we have to check in our luggage and then pick it up on arrival?
What’s the vibe like on the boat in the seating area?
Has anyone ever stopped over in Carabane? Accommodation options there?
Thanks so much if you have any recent info!
Exploring India by road is all about having a good driver. I highly recommend the one I’ve traveled with for 5 "safe" trips—Rajasthan 3 times over 16 years, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, and Punjab. He’s been driving tourists for 25 years now and is more than just a driver. He knows how to talk about his country, the cities you visit, and suggests alternative routes.
He’s well-connected with real local guides who don’t just ramble (as he puts it himself) or drag you into shops claiming to be run by their "so-called family." Depending on your preferences, he can suggest well-tested itineraries and recommend typical hotels like Havelis.
For dining, he oversees meal prep based on your spice-level preferences. He’s Sikh and deeply respectful of his passengers.
He speaks English better than French, but one of his daughters is studying French at university.
DM me if you’d like his contact details.
Happy travels!
He’s well-connected with real local guides who don’t just ramble (as he puts it himself) or drag you into shops claiming to be run by their "so-called family." Depending on your preferences, he can suggest well-tested itineraries and recommend typical hotels like Havelis.
For dining, he oversees meal prep based on your spice-level preferences. He’s Sikh and deeply respectful of his passengers.
He speaks English better than French, but one of his daughters is studying French at university.
DM me if you’d like his contact details.
Happy travels!
Hi,
We’d like to spend about twenty days in Albania next July. We’re two women traveling together and we’re thinking of renting a small car. Does that sound reasonable, or should we avoid it?
Thanks for your advice.
Hi there,
I’m spending a week in Morocco (Rabat - Meknes - Fes).
I’ll be traveling solo—is it safe for a woman over 60?
For transportation, I’m planning to take the train. I was thinking of buying my ticket last minute, but it’s around the end-of-year period…?
I’ll be in Meknes on December 31st—any suggestions on how they celebrate New Year’s Eve there?
Is anyone visiting these destinations? Maybe we could meet up…?
Thanks in advance.
Hi there,
After hearing so much about Djerba, especially the GO clubs, is it risky for a young, pretty newly-retired woman to visit the island alone?
Thanks in advance.
Hi,
Does anyone know how late the buses run from Cusco Airport to the city center? I land at 9:30 PM, plus time to clear customs, pick up my luggage, and exchange some money—figure an extra 30 to 45 minutes. Though, come to think of it, I still have 5 sols from last time—maybe that’ll be enough for the bus?
Thanks.
Brigitte
Planned arrival on Sunday evening, November 16, 2025, in San José. Staying 3 nights, then taking a bus to Tortuguero for 2 nights. Looking for a shared shuttle to La Fortuna for 2 nights, then a van-boat-van combo to Santa Elena for 2 or 3 nights. Heading to Quepos for 4 nights for day trips using local buses—Jaco, San Antonio, Uvita. After that, a full-day bus ride to Cahuita. I’m booking hotels as I go, which gives me the flexibility to stay longer in places I like. I’m looking for accommodations in city centers near restaurants and not too far from the bus station. Budget: 50 € for a room with a private bathroom (if you’ve got any great tips!). For my finale, I’ll cross the land border to Panama City for 4 days. Thanks for your suggestions! 😉
As I mentioned before, I’m heading to Istanbul next summer, and I’ve heard there have been quite a few attacks by Kurds in Turkey recently, which is making me hesitate about my trip.
What do you all think? :( I’m wondering if it’s really a good idea to go...
What do you all think? :( I’m wondering if it’s really a good idea to go...
Hi everyone,
I’m 66 and just discovered solo travel in Uzbekistan—I loved it! So I’ve decided to explore Africa, starting with Senegal. I’m just beginning my research, but if anyone can give me advice on which month to go, what to see, and whether this destination is safe—or maybe suggest another African country—I’d really appreciate your tips!
Hi there!
We’re leaving in early November for a month.
Here’s our itinerary:
Arrival in Takhmau, then heading to:
Kampong Cham
Kratie – 2 days
Mondolkiri – 3 days
Ratanakiri – 3 days
Stung Treng – 1 day
Siem Reap – 4 days
Battambang – 1 day
Kampong Chhnang – 3 days
Kampot – 2 days
Islands (WE’RE HESITATING WHICH ONE?) – 4 DAYS
Phnom Penh – 2 days
That’s it! 😊
We’re backpacking… and we love spots that aren’t too touristy. If you’ve got any tips, we’re all ears!
Thanks