J'aurai besoin de vos conseils pour un itinéraire de 13 jours au mois de janvier en Thaïlande du sud. Je précise que nous voyageons avec deux enfants et que nous cherchons aussi à nous poser un peu. Nous arriverons à Phuket le samedi 6 janvier au soir et repartirons de Phuket également le vendredi 19 au soir aussi.
J'avais envie de faire Kao Lak, Kao Sok pour terminer par la région de Krabi et Ko Lanta mais je pense que mon programme est trop chargé.
Du coup je pensais faire 3 points de chute :
- Kamala Beach
- Région de Krabi / Ao Nang / Railey
- Ko Lanta
A Kamala beach : surf, excursion plongée pour les adultes aux Similan, match de boxe thai et marchés
Vers Krabi : 1/2 journée à Railey Beach, Panom Bencha et marché de nuit, excursion des 4 îles
Et enfin Ko Lanta : balades, plages du sud et baignade des éléphants (pas de trek éléphant je suis totalement contre), 1 journée à Koh Phi Phi
Qu'en pensez-vous? Ai-je raison de préférer ce côté là plutôt que le nord de Phuket? N'est-ce pas trop chargé?
Quels hôtels me conseillez-vous?
Bonjour
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Il y a trois ans, j'avais été à Koh Lanta en famille et tout le monde a adoré . C'était en octobre donc basse saison mais nous avions apprécié le calme de cette île. Nous avions fait une rando vers des cascades et à l'extrême sud avec les singes, journée snorkeling magique et promenade dans les villages et plages. Personne ne voit partir. Nous étions au Bee Bee's , Roots mais génial.
Nous avions adoré également Kao Sok et avions logé sur le lac. Merci.
Bonne chance pour ton programme
- Bien d'éviter Kao Lok (aucun interet) sauf rejoindre les Similans pour la plongée sous-marine mais plutot en croisiere de 2J/3N
- Trés dommage de ne plus passer voir Kao Sok. Etape que je recommande tout particulierement - Pour la boxe thaie ce sera franchement Bangkok ou rien.
Sinon le combiné Railey puis Ko Lanta merite 6 nuits.
Hello,
Votre programme paraît tout à fait réalisable. Vous avez bien fait de limiter à 3 vos escales.
Puisque vous serez à koh Phuket profitez pour aller au sanctuaire des éléphants ( ENP ) pour les voir évoluer dans leur milieu naturel. Vous ne verrez pas cela koh Lanta. Par contre réservation obligatoire, et il faut s'y prendre assez tôt.
Concernant Kamala je trouve que c'est un bon compromis sachant que vous y serez en pleine saison touristique, et si vous avez la possibilité et si vous aimez les belles plages, n'hésitez pas à aller sur celles au dessus de Kamala, vous y t trouverez plus de calme. Elles sont à mon avis, bien plus belles que celles de koh Lanta.
Merci à tous pour vos retours.
J'ai un peu fait évoluer mon itinéraire depuis hier mais du coup je suis en plein doute sur Kao Lak suite à votre message...
On va abandonner Ko Lanta pour rester dans la province de Krabi mais je n'ai pas encore trouvé de point de chute. J'aimerai un hôtel près de la plage et assez au calme sans pour autant aller sur une île. Je veux impérativement me limiter à 3 points de chute avec les enfants.
On prévoit aussi 2 journées plongée avec mon mari, je n'ai pas encore déterminé quels sports sachant que nous sommes débutants (2/3 plongées à notre actif).
Voilà ma première trame. Merci pour vos retours :).
Jour 1 – Vol Paris/Abu Dhabi
Jour 2 – Abu Dhabi – Phuket
Arrivée à Phuket à 18h30
Transfert vers Kao Lak ou Kamala Bach?
Jour 3 - Kao Lak ou Kamala?
Balades et journée plage
Jour 4 – Kao Lak ou Kamala?
Excursions snorkelling Iles Similan
Jour 5 – Kao Lak ou Kamala?
Plongée (papi et mamie garderont les petits)
Jour 6 – Kao Lak ou Kamala / Kao Sok
Transfert vers Kao Sok -pour 3 nuits Bain des éléphants + balade
Jour 7 – Kao Sok
Lac Chiew Lan (Rappaprapa Dam)
Jour 8 – Kao Sok
Visite de Kao Sok autre
Jour 9 - Kao Sok / Krabi
Trajet vers la province de Krabi pour 7 nuits
Choix du lieu et de l'Hôtel? Railey, Ao Nang Beach (hôtel calme)?
Jour 10 – Province de Krabi
DECOUVERTE DES « 4 ILES » - KRABI / Baie Phang Nga
Jour 11 – Province de Krabi
Journée plongée (sans les enfants)
Jour 12 – Province de Krabi
EXCURSION - LES ILES PHI PHI
Jour 13 – Province de Krabi
Parc Khao Panhom Bencha Natural Park
Jour 14 – Province de Krabi
Plage de Phra Nang
Merci à tous pour vos conseils.
Dans 12 jours nous nous envolerons pour Phuket.
Voici notre itinéraire final, s’il peut aider certains futurs voyageurs.
Nous partons à 4 adultes avec deux enfants de 18 mois et de 5 ans (qui viennent de se faire vacciner contre l’hépatite A).
J1 - Avion Paris CDG / Abu Dhabi / Phuket avec Etihad
J2 - Arrivée Phuket à 18h20
J3 à J6 - Séjour à Kamala Beach (Phuket) au Clearhouse Resort (pour 5 nuits)
Au programme :
- temples (Big Budha, Wat Chalong)
- éléphant jungle sanctuary
- Phuket Town (naka market et supermarché Jungleceylon pour le parc de jeux enfant)
- plages de Kamala et de Kata Noi Beach
- virée à Patong un soir (sans les enfants)
- match de boxe thaï pour les hommes
- massage pour les femmes
Pour ces 4 jours j’ai préférer louer une voiture pour éviter d’être dépendants des taxis et tuk tuk.
J7 - Départ de Phuket et ferry pour Railay Beach
J7 à J10 - Séjour au Sand Sea Resort à Railay (4 nuits)
- Balade sur Railay + plage
- Canoë
- Excursion Koh Phi Phi avec Thalassa Tour (les adultes se relaieront 1jour sur 2 pour garder les enfants qui ne feront pas l’excursion. Ça permettra d’avoir une journée plage / piscine plus tranquille).
- Journée 4 islands (a réserver sur place)
J11 à J15 - Ko Lanta
Séjour au Sri Lanta Resort
- Location de voiture et balade une journée sur l’île : village des pêcheurs, plages du sud de l’ile, Lanta Town...
- Plongée à prévoir
- Journée snorkeling à Ko Rok / Ko Ha à prévoir
- Excursion 4 Iles
- Repos
J16 : Départ pour l’aéroport
Navette et ferry non réservés encore
Avion direction Paris (même itinéraire en sens retour et même compagnie)
J17 - Retour en France
Comme vous l’avez vu l’itinéraire de 13
Jours s’est transformé en 17 jours.
Nous pensions au début faire une escale de 3 jours à Dubai ou autre mais avec les enfants et le décalage et la fatigue... on s’est dit que c’était mieux de faire un pays pour ce premier grand voyage.
D’autant plus que notre petit dernier est un petit speed difficilement canalisable quand il est fatigué.
J’ai opté pour 3 points de chute et écarte Kao Sok avec regret. Ma fille faisant des allergies aux piqûres de moustique et ayant peur que 4 points de chute fasse trop j’ai opté pour un voyage plus tranquille. Avec pas mal de visites à Phuket puis des plages surtout pour la suite.
Il me reste encore des choses non réservées comme certaines excursions et le trajet Ko Lanta / aéroport de Phuket au retour,
Je verrai sur place. J’hésite aussi sur le fait ou non de prendre la poussette je ne suis tjs pas décidée.
Je vous en dirai plus à mon retour.
A bientôt.
En venant de Phuket en ferry, il serait plus logique de faire escale à Phi Phi et d'y passer une nuit ou deux que de passer devant et y revenir en excursion hyper nulle à la journée depuis Lanta !
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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
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?
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!
