Je parcours depuis quelques temps les forums et enfin je me décide à vous demander votre aide et avis pour notre prochain voyage.
Nous avons 23 jours (13 dec au 10 janvier)et le choix est tellement grand que nous devons affiner.
Voici à première vue notre itinéraire:
- Arrivée le 15 au matin (1:00) à Manille :1 jour en ville et départ en bus de nuit pour Banaue.
- Arrivée le 16 nous souhaitons parcourir 4 jours les rizières.
😊QUIZZ guide ou pas ?
le 16 plutot cool pour récupérer avion et bus de nuit et recherche de guide si besoin
- 17-18 -19 visite banaue, Batad, Bontoc ?
😊suggestion de parcours?
- 20 bus retour Manille (19h arrivée 3h le lendemain matin)
- 21 voyage avion vers CEBU puis bateau pour Bohol
- 22-23-24-25 : Tersier, Chocolate hill, plages (lesquelles?), 1 journée trip bateau vers LEYTE pour nage requin baleine.
😊Avez vous des adresses pour des GH à Bohol et que recommandez vous pour les requins baleine?
- 26 voyage bateau pour CEBU + avion vers Palawan à puerto princesa
peut on faire ca en une journée? ou fait t'il faire un break à cebu?
- 27 Sabang, riviere souterraine
😊Est-ce que cela vaut vraiment le coup? des adresses pour GH (Guest House) sabang?
- 28 voyage vers El Nido
- 29-30 visite autour de El Nido et recherche de tour bateau
31-1-2-3-4 trip bateau 5 jours\4 nuits vers Coron
😊J'ai trouvé Tao philippines (full) et Nativ'exploration des idées?
5-6-7-8- visite Coron
😊Avez vous des suggestion de visite, plage, et GH?
- 9 Voyage avion Coron vers Manille
- 10 larmes et bonheur
De manière générale nous cherchons bungalows, petites GH ou hébergement local et location 2 roues (pour Bohol et palawan)
😊Bohol = round trip donc location ok, mais palawan, peut on louer un 2 roues à Puerto Princesa et le déposer à El Nido?
😊Faut il mieux faire un trip de 3 jours en bateau El nido vers Coron pour gagner 2 jours de visites à Coron?
Beaucoup de questions et d'interrogations je sais alors un grand merci d'avance pour votre aide et conseils.😉
salut
c'est bien que tu ailles à leyte pour les requins baleine plutôt qu'au piège oslob où ils sont feedés mais ils sont libres donc pas assurés et du coup ça fait un sacré déplacement peut etre pas payant
etudie le temps de trajet et l'opportunité de rester une nuit sur place
faire el nido + coron avec le temps de trajet, pourquoi ne pas faire un détour sur une autre ile des visayas comme camiguin ou siquijor
pour le guide dans les rizieres, depend si vous etes de gros marcheur ou pas
si votre autonomie est de 7h, vaut p'tet mieux, si au bout de deux heures vous etes claqués, inutile
Passez par batad derrière banaue et trouvez vous une nippa hut ici
4 jours sur coron c'est beaucoup si non plongeur, c'est une petite ile, surtout vu les temps de traversée
Je vous conseillerais de faire la Cordillera plutot en Janvier,
Decembre est tres pluvieux la-haut, donc visibilite tres nulle
et il peut faire tres froid, a peine au-dessus de zero centigrade.
Commencez par Palawan plutot. Leyte?il faut y aller en Mars,
avril, Mai.Peu de chances que vous y voyez des baleines en
Decembre...Pluie garantie!
raph
Tout ce qui ne me tue pas, me rends plus fort
Ni dieux, ni maitres
Merci Searil pour ton retour.
Si je comprends bien, il vaudrait mieux apres le trip en bateau entre el nido et coron rester max une journee et repartir.
Connais tu des bon plans pour cela?
Profiter du coup des 2-3 jours gagnés pour rayonner depuis Bohol sur les iles voisines (camiguin ou siquijor)
as tu des suggestion la dessus?
Sur palawan je lis que les gens reste longtemps à El Nido et visiter autour, est ce mieux de prendre 2 jours de plus à El nido ou dans les visayas?
Ben non! La mousson s'est decalee de 5-6 mois depuis 5 ans!
Au moins pour les Visayas et le sud des Phils.
Quand aux baleines, je suis entierement contre tout ce cirque
et ne donne aucuns conseils a ce sujet.Voir une centaine de fourmis humaines harcele ces geants placides me degoute et
me donne la nausee!
raph
Tout ce qui ne me tue pas, me rends plus fort
Ni dieux, ni maitres
Lemonk, je comprends ton resenti puisque que tu as l'air de passer beaucoup de temps la bas.
Pourrais tu me donner ton avis sur l'itinaire (trop de choses?) et de bonnes adresses?
Merci
Je vois que tu es nouvellement inscris sur ce forum, il suffit de chercher sur le forum.Tu trouveras plein d'adresses et reponses a tes questions!Salut.
raph
Tout ce qui ne me tue pas, me rends plus fort
Ni dieux, ni maitres
Lemonk, je comprends ton resenti puisque que tu as l'air de passer beaucoup de temps la bas.
Pourrais tu me donner ton avis sur l'itinaire (trop de choses?) et de bonnes adresses?
Merci
ne pas chercher à trop en faire, en 24 jours se focaliser sur sur 4 grandes destinations maxi, chaque grand déplacement bouffe une journée
je laisserais de côté Leyte, excentré
moi perso je ne ferais pas el nido plus coron, je trouve ça redondant mais si raph te dira le contraire
Après te dire ce qui est le mieux à 2j pres entre el nido et visayas, je ne sais pas, je dis juste ne pas se mettre la pression mais ne pas squatter à un endroit
quel intéret de se faire chier d'aller à coron ou camiguin pour y passer une journée ??
faire simple, prendre en compte le temps de trajet
en fait tu as lancé tellement d'hypothèses que je ne sais plus sur quoi je dois me prononcer 😏
comme dit doud : 24jours = 4 endroits
pour les iles visayan, camiguin est plus loin, plus sauvage, c'est le fief de raph
siquijor se fait à mon sens vite fait, genre en 2 jours si besoin sinon 3, plus petit et moins loin
je vais dans le sens de raph sur les requins baleine d'oslob
j'ai 500 plongées à travers le monde et je n'ai toujours pas vu de RB.
bin je préfère être vierge qu'assister à ce cirque !!!
Et encore tu arrives après la bataille des gens qui se tenaient debout dessus pour faire du surf, de celui qui est mort d'avoir pris un coup d'hélice dans l'oeil etc...
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Nous atterrissons à KL on pense y reste 2 jours puis partir sur Bornéo et terminer par une ile pour snorkeling.
Pour ceux qui ont déjà fait quels sont vos incontournables?
on se disait peut être de consacrer 3 jours les derniers aux iles Perenthian, a moins que vous ayez uen ile à me conseiller proche de Bornéo,
Merci pour vos conseils et votre aide
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).
Bonjour à tous,
pouvez vous me donner vos avis sur mon itinéraire de 3 semaines.
nous sommes un petit groupe (famille + amis) 12 personnes, nous envisageons de partir vers le 21 Janvier 2027.
voici mon itinéraire:
3 nuits Bangkok
4 nuits Chang Mai
3 nuits Koh Samui
3 nuits Koh Phangan
4 nuis Krabi
4 nuits Phuket
Si suis également preneur de tout vos bon plan....
Merci à tous, Alain.
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
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! !
