Je pars au vietnam du 3 au 24 octobre, et j'ai un petit doute sur le centre du vietnam.. Grosso modo est ce jouable au mois d'octobre de faire Hue et Hoi an ou mieux vaut t'il focaliser le nord ?
Voici deux ébauches, suite à mes lectures sur ce forum :
j1 : Arrivée 20h Ho Chi Minh
j2 : avion vers Danong puis Hoi an
j3 : Hoi An
j4 : Hoi An
j5 : Départ vers Hue
j6 : Hue et train de nuit vers Ninh Binh
j7 : Tam Coc
j8 : Tam Coc
j9 : Tam Coc
j10 : Baie d'Halong
j11 : Baie d'Halong puis départ sur Hanoi
j12 : Hanoi puis train de nuit vers Sapa
j13 : Sapa
j14 : Sapa
j15 : Sapa puis train de nuit vers Hanoi
j16 : Hanoi
j17 : Hanoi
j18 : Hanoi puis avion vers Ho Chi Minh
j19 : Ho Chi Minh
j20 : Ho Chi Minh
J21 : retour 00:30
Ou sans le centre :
j1 : Arrivée 20h
j2: Avion vers Hanoi
j3 : Hanoi puis train de nuit vers Lao Cai
j4 : Sapa
j5 : Sapa
j6 : Sapa
j7 : Mu Cang Chai
j8 : Mu Cang Chai puis train de nuit vers Hanoi
j9 : Hanoi
j10 : Train vers Ninh Binh puis Tam Coc
j11 : Tam Coc
j12 : Tam Coc
j13 : Baie d'Halong
j14 : Baie d'Halong
j15 : Cat Ba
j16 : Cat Ba puis retour vers Hanoi
j17 : Hanoi
j18 : Hanoi puis avion vers Ho Chi Minh
j19 : Ho Chi Minh
j20 : Ho Chi Minh
J21 : retour 00:30
Ceci sans agence, si on pouvait éviter le débat récurrent, je ne suis pas contre. Est ce trop chargé ? Peut être l'ordre a changé, les durée sont vraiment approximative également. C'est surtout pour me rendre compte de la faisabilité de la chose.
Le Centre du Vietnam est problematiaue car octobre est la pleine saison des typhons et grandes inondations.
Preferable ne pas faire Along apres Tam Coc, le 1er etant des pics dans l'eau et le 2e dans les rizieres = beaucoup de pics en 4-5 jours ! Il est mieux de faire Sapa ou autre entre les deux.
Pour le @e perogramme sans le Centre, pas de train Mu Can Chai-Hanoi et faire Sqpq-Mu Can Chai-Sapa-Lao cai pour le train de nuit de retour est infaisable en 1 jour. De plus vous passez 2 jours a cat ba en plus de la baie, alors que Cat ba est un ile de laqbaie, ca fait trop. Faites en bus publics
J1 Hanoi-Mu Can Chai
J2 MCC (location de moto-taxi pour ThuLe et les superbes rizieres en terrasse classees de La Pan Tan
J3 MCC-Than uyen-Sapa
Ou si vous avez le budget, faites en 4x4 avec chauffeur
J1 Hanoi-Duong lam-Nghia Lo
J2 NG-La Pan Tan-Thule-Mu Can Chai
J3 MCC-Sapa
J4 le chauffeur rentre a vide a Hanoi
Méfiez-vous de la vie, car les ratés ne vous rateront pas!
Bonjour, et merci de votre réponse, ce chemin me semblait logique au niveau enchaînement, ne pas repasser 3 fois par hanoi, mais c'est vrai que cela risque d'être un peu monotone niveau paysage entre Tam Coc et la baie d'Halong. Je ne pense pas prendre de chauffeur avec 4*4, à cause du budget, et ce n'est pas trop comme ça que j'aime voyager... les goûts et les couleurs.
Encore une fois, je sais très bien que je ne le respecterai pas à la lettre, mais quelque chose dans ce genre serait donc plus agréable ? :
j1 : Arrivée 20h
j2: Avion vers Hanoi
j3 : Hanoi
j4 : Départ vers Ninh Binh puis Tam Coc (bus ou train ?)
j5 : Tam Coc
j6 : Tam Coc
j7 : Départ ver Mu Cang Chai en bus (passage par Hanoi obligatoire ?)
j8 : Mu Cang Chai (visite de thuLe en moto taxi)
j9 : Départ vers Than uyen
j10 : Than uyen (si possible visite en scooter)
j11 : Départ vers Sapa
j12 : Sapa (Trek)
j13 : Sapa
j14 : Sapa puis retour en train de nuit via Cao Lai
j15 : Hanoi
j16 : Baie d'halong
j17 : Baie d'halong puis retour sur hanoi
j18 : Hanoi puis avion vers Ho Chi Minh
j19 : Ho Chi Minh
j20 : Ho Chi Minh
J21 : retour 00:30
Je ne risque pas de passer 3 semaines dans les transports avec ce programme ? Je n'ai aps de transport tout les jours donc ca me semble correct..
C'est pourtant en 4x4 (ou en moto) qu'on a le plus de liberté ! Les bus et trains ne s'arrêtent pas en route pour que vous preniez des photos et visiter des villages !
j1 : Arrivée 20h
j2: Avion vers Hanoi
j3 : Hanoi
j4 : Départ vers Ninh Binh puis Tam Coc (bus ou train ?)
TRAIN
j5 : Tam Coc
j6 : Tam Coc
j7 : Départ vers Mu Cang Chai en bus (passage par Hanoi obligatoire ?)
RETOUR HANOI LE J4 EN FIN D'AM et bus Hanoi-MCC le lendemain matin.
j8 : Mu Cang Chai (visite de thuLe en moto taxi)
(Thule ET LA PAN TAN !!!!)
j9 : Départ vers Than uyen
j10 : Than uyen (si possible visite en scooter)
THAN UYEN EST DANS UNE PLAINE SANS AUCUN INTERET ! FAIRE MCC-SAPA DANS LA JOURNEE
j11 : Départ vers Sapa
j12 : Sapa (Trek)
j13 : Sapa
j14 : Sapa puis retour en train de nuit via Cao Lai
PREVOIR EXCURSION SUR UN MARCHE ; Can Cau le samedi matin, Bac ha le dimanche matin, Coc Ly le mardi, les 3 dans la région de Bac ha à 3h de bus de Sapa. Il y- a aussi de l'excellent trekking à Bac Ha, différent de celui de Sapa (montagnes et hmongs différents)
j15 : Hanoi
j16 : Baie d'halong
j17 : Baie d'halong puis retour sur hanoi
j18 : Hanoi puis avion vers Ho Chi Minh
j19 : Ho Chi Minh
j20 : Ho Chi Minh
J21 : retour 00:30
Méfiez-vous de la vie, car les ratés ne vous rateront pas!
1ere semaine d'octobre dans le centre c'est jouable. Les typhons arrivent fin octobre début novembre généralement..Ce fut le cas ces 3 dernières années.
Cordialement
“Veux-tu vivre heureux? Voyage avec deux sacs, l’un pour donner, l’autre pour recevoir” Goethe
Je suis un peu perdu avec ses histoires de typhons et grandes inondations !!! Certains guides papiers et sites web parlent de "septembre à novembre". Il est vrai que depuis quelques années, on ne peut plus se fier à rien question temps 🙁
Méfiez-vous de la vie, car les ratés ne vous rateront pas!
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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,
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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.
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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! !
