bonjour amis voyageurs
vous m avez deja beaucoup aide sur la preparation de ce voyage
je vous fais part de mon itineraire du 16 janvier au 27 fevrier je suis desole pour la longeur de ce post mais j aimerai connaitre vos opinions bien entendu je pourrai le modifier pendant le voyage mais je garderai les grandes lignes
le 17 jan hanoi;
18j:lao cai , train de nuit
19:bus=bac ha
20:bac ha +village de ban pho
21:bac ha= lao cai =sapa, bus
21;22;23:sapa, village lao chai, tan phin
24:sapa, lao cai , hagiang, bus
25:hagiang
26:hagiang=cao bang
27:visite lac babe
28:cao bang=lang son (6h bus)
29:langson
30:langson=hanoi
31janvier:hanoi=saigon avion(
j aurai reserve le billet le 17 fevrier)puis bus my tho
mois de fevrier
le 1:my tho
2:my tho=can tho
3:can tho
4:can tho=ben tre(aller a tra vinh)
5:ben tre
6:ben tre =saigon
7:ben tre saigon=buon ma thuot bus
8:buon ma thuot
9:buon ma thuot=kon tum
10;11;12;13;14:kon tum(
rester pendant la fete du tet)
15:kon tum =hoi an (bus)
16:hoi an
17:hoi an=hue (bus ou train)
18;19:hue
20:hue=ninh binh (train)
21;22,23:ninh binh-tam coc
24:ninh binh=hanoi
25,26: hanoi
27 fevrier:paris
je remercie beaucoup tous ceux qui prendront le temps de me lire
Concernant votre passage à Bac Ha je pense que devriez vous rendre en premier à Sapa pour quelques jours et essayer de redescendre sur Bac Ha le 24 Janvier où vous pourrez assister au marché local qui se déroule uniquement le dimanche.
Après vous pouvez prendre un bus pour la province du Ha Giang
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
c est tres sympa de me repondre mon billet d avion etant dans la poche il m est impossible de changer les dates pour le nord le temps m inporte peu en effet j habite une region montagneuse et je suis habitue aux hivers rigoureux l annee derniere -22a - 30 j etais un homme heureux pour cette annee ca tourne entre -4a -10 en plus je pense que pendant ces periodes de temps froid je verrai - de touristes et de = je reste dans le nord que 15 j suffisement pour apprecier les temperatures clementes du centre et du sud par contre je pense voyager avec les bus j ai connu la traversee du maroc par ce moyen de locomotion et il me semble que c est un excellent moyen de transport pour s impregnier d un pays: par contre ne parlant absoluùment pas le vietnamien je risque de galerer por trouver les arrets de bus les horaires de train ou de bus merci pour tout
j habite une region montagneuse et je suis habitue aux hivers rigoureux l annee derniere -22a - 30 j etais un homme heureux pour cette annee ca tourne entre -4a -10
Vous étiez habillé comment avec des températures négatives?
Est-ce que vous avez coupé le chauffage pendant l'hiver pour vous accoutumer au froid du VietNam?
Essayez de couper le chauffage pendant 15 jours pour voir?
Dans votre région montagneuse, est-ce que l'air est humide comme au VietNam?
Dès que la température avoisine 0° C, il se forme des bancs de glace sur les arbres, les fils électriques, les clôtures etc ...
Quand la température remonte, le brouillard remplace la glace.
Cette humidité est moins supportable que le froid sec.
Je me souviens le récit d'une québécoise sur VoyageForum à qui on a mis en garde du froid de Sapa, elle a rétorqué avec des arguments comme les vôtres. Résultat: elle a été malade pendant son séjour, par contre elle a été courageuse de venir témoigner sur le forum.
Il m'a semblé que vous souhaitez parcourir les routes du Nord à moto. Je vous conseillerai plutôt de vous adresser à des agences spécialisées d'Hanoi qui organisent des tournées dans le Nord.
Au point de vue paysage, c'est loupé, mais au moins, on vous amènera découvrir les habitants locaux, chez qui vous pouvez trouver gîte et couvert et on vous aidera à communiquer avec les gens.
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
c est tres sympa de me repondre mon billet d avion etant dans la poche il m est impossible de changer les dates pour le nord le temps m inporte peu en effet j habite une region montagneuse et je suis habitue aux hivers rigoureux l annee derniere -22a - 30 j etais un homme heureux pour cette annee ca tourne entre -4a -10 en plus je pense que pendant ces periodes de temps froid je verrai - de touristes et de = je reste dans le nord que 15 j suffisement pour apprecier les temperatures clementes du centre et du sud par contre je pense voyager avec les bus j ai connu la traversee du maroc par ce moyen de locomotion et il me semble que c est un excellent moyen de transport pour s impregnier d un pays: par contre ne parlant absoluùment pas le vietnamien je risque de galerer por trouver les arrets de bus les horaires de train ou de bus merci pour tout
Bonsoir,
Je ne peux que confirmer hélas tout ce qui vous a été décrit concernant le climat au nord. - Je suis actuellement à Hanoi depuis plusieurs semaines et aujourd'hui je peux vous confirmer à 200% que le climat est très froid, vent glacial, humidité d'après mon hygrometer à 9O%, que nous avons tous enfilé parkas épaisses, bonnet, capuche fourrée, gants bien sûr, sans oublier le masque, ce masque que l'on met ici lors d'épidémie ou de grand soleil l'été pour ne pas bronzer pour les locales coquettes) mais aujourd'hui, c'est à cause du froid humide que l'on est attifé comme celà... - c'est désolant que vous n'ayez pas posé la question avant de prendre vos billets d'avion. -
Le temps va aller en devenant plus froid et gris crescendo avec une petite période plus froide dûe à un changement de lune un peu avant le Têt....c'est à dire quasiment lors de votre voyage. - Il a déjà neigé quelques flocons sur Sapa et l'hivder étant précoce cette année, je pense qu'on se prépare quelques soirées au coin d'un chauffage...quand il y en a... car beaucoup df'hôtel n'ont pas de chauffage ou bien il est inexistant.
Pour vous, étant donné vos billets déjà retenus... il y a problème - j'aimerais que ma prose serve de renseignements à ceux qui ont l'intention de voyager dans le nord à cette époque - Une seule parade, descendre par le premier vol sur le sud où il fait un temps splendide, une bonne vieille chaleur de 35° et un beau soleil.
Cordialement - Kimtwo
PS je relis votre post :vous avez au moins une certitude :vous verrez moins de touristes....
Le vent et les turbulences sont l'oeuvre de Dieu, mais la voile et le gouvernail nous appartiennent..
Voyager c'est aller de soi à soi, en passant par les autres (proverbe touareg)
Pourquoi de Bac be remontez vous à Cao bang pour continuer sur Langson?
Langson, je n'ai pas aimé cette ville...elle n'est pas vraiment belle, c'est un gros marché chinois (principalement de contre-façon) qui ne représente aucun intérêt (çà n'engage que moi!!).
N'est il pas possible de redescendre sur Hanoi par la 254 jusqu'à Thai Nguyen où il y a un très beau musée ethnographique? Puis de poursuivre par la 3 jusqu'à Hanoi?
Je ne connais pas l'état de ces routes, certains sur ce forum pourraient vous en dire plus.
Voilà, juste une question😉😉
Il est vrai également que vous n'aurez pas chaud....le chauffage ds le nord, il n'y en a pas😕 , à moins de loger ds les grands hôtels et encore, des grands hôtels, il n'y en a pas partout....
Bonne soirée et surtout très bon voyage.
Pour bien aimer un pays il faut le manger, le boire et l’entendre chanter. (Michel Déon)
amis foromistes bonjour je savais en effet qu a cette periode de l annee qu il faisait froid dans le nord mais le climat fait parti comme la culture d un pays quand je rentre dans un pays j essaye de m integrer a la population loin de moi les hotels 3;4 ou dix etoiles gorges de touristes ;meme si pas de chauffage je rentre le soir dans un lieu uniquement pour dormir le moins lontemps possible pour ne pas perdre de temps et pour essayer de voir le plus de chose possible ( j apporte un duvet temperature confort -15) et tout a fait je peux reduire mon sejour dans le nord aussi je ne reserverai pas mon billet d avion pour saigon en arrivant a hanoi pour ce qui est de langson j aurai aime faire le trajet cao bang =hanoi mais vraiment trop de route aussi j ai coupe le trajet par moitie cao bang=lag son 6h bus ;il est vrai lorsque je serai dans le nord je transmettrai sur ce forum quand j aurai trouve un cyber cafe ou autres mes sensations veritables;merci pour vos posts je pense avoir deja un pied dans ce pays
Tout mes voeux de bon et beau voyage vous accompagnent!!
Profitez bien de ce merveilleux pays et, oui, envoyez nous quelques nouvelles (surtout du nord...pour moi😉)
Bonne route!
Pour bien aimer un pays il faut le manger, le boire et l’entendre chanter. (Michel Déon)
A mon avis, c'est parfaitement inutile. N'amenez pas vos meubles dans vos bagages. Hahaha!
Essayez de vous intégrer à la population locale, comme vous avez déclaré.
Leur couverture remplie de paille fait très bien l'affaire. Et si cela ne suffit pas, utilisez une grande bouteille d'eau minérale et demandez-leur de vous la remplir avec une eau chauffée à 70° C que vous glissez sous la couverture.
L'eau sera encore tiède au petit matin pour vous laver!
La question se pose en dehors du lit, pendant la journée et la soirée.
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
je pense pas q un duvet soit un meuble ou alors je manque de vocabulaire ho!ho!ho!
je pense quand meme pas alle en siberie ;je vous le dirai quand j y serai;vous avez peut etre raison ou non
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
il est vrai qu il est vieux; lourd 2kgs;il m a toujours accompagne depuis fort longtemps, c est un bon copain ;il trouve toujours sa place dans mon sac a dos quitte a enlever du superflus autant que je garde cette habitude surtout que je ne suis pas maso
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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!
