Avant toute chose, désolée si ce sujet a déjà été abordé, mais en cherchant un peu, je n'ai pas trouvé réponse à ma question.
Je projette de partir au Vietnam 3 semaines cet été (je m'y prends tard, c'est vrai...).
Et je me pose évidemment la question de l'itinéraire : commencer par le Nord ou le Sud?
J'avais au départ imaginé commencer par le Nord et finir par les plages du Sud. Mais je me demande si je ne préférerais pas finalement faire le contraire! J'aime bien prendre du bon temps à la plage, mais ce n'est pas ce que je préfère dans un voyage... A titre d'exemple, l'an dernier au Pérou, je voulais absolument me garder le Machu Picchu pour la fin du voyage, histoire qu'il me laisse un souvenir impérissable. C'est ce que j'ai fait, et vraiment je ne regrette pas!
D'où mes interrogations pour le Vietnam : par où commencer, et surtout par où terminer afin que ce voyage me laisse un goût d'éternité?
J'ai utilisé la fonction recherche, mais en fait, je ne trouve pas de discussion qui réponde à ma question!😊
En fait, mon souci, c'est que je n'arrive pas à savoir comment je dois terminer le voyage pour qu'à mon retour en France je continue d'y être encore un peu...
J'ai l'impression qu'il faudrait que je termine par le Nord, mais en même temps, me reposer sur une plage au début du voyage n'a selon moi aucun sens!!! En même temps, vu la période à laquelle je pars, il n'y a peut-être pas de possibilité de se prélasser au soleil... ce qui règlerait définitivement le problème!
Enfin bref, je vais continuer à chercher, mais si vous avez un avis sur cette question, n'hésitez pas à me le donner, cela m'aiderait beaucoup!
Et bien je dirais que ce que je souhaite faire, c'est découvrir au mieux ce pays qui fait à demi partie de moi et auquel je ne me suis jamais intéressée jusqu'à très récemment, où là c'est carrément devenu une obsession!
Ce que j'aime en voyage... faire de belles photos, voir des paysages, des sites, qui n'existent nulle part ailleurs, être la première sur place pour éviter les hordes de touristes et surtout avoir le sentiment de vivre un instant extraordinaire, me balader en ville et sur les marchés, mais aussi marcher dans des sites naturels plus reculés.
Je ne cherche pas à tout prix à sortir des sentiers battus, car après tout je ne suis qu'une touriste qui souhaite prendre du bon temps en voyageant!
La plage, c'est assez secondaire, mais c'est vrai que ça fait toujours plaisir... En fait, ce que j'aime par dessus tout, c'est avoir un sentiment d'authenticité, même si je sais qu'en tant que touriste, ce que je verrai sera un peu édulcoré!
Bref, pour faire simple, je voudrais faire un tour des must see du Vietnam, sans avoir pour autant à subir un groupe de 25 personnes, un minibus privé, des horaires contrariant....... et rentrer en France avec le sentiment d'avoir accompli quelque chose de fabuleux, et imprégnée de ce voyage jusqu'au bout des ongles!
Si tu veux terminer ton sejour par un truc inoubliable je te recommande de venir dans le nord-ouest. Il y a plein de villages un peu recules et hors des sentiers touristiques ou tu te sentira bien et que tu ne sera pas pret d'oublier.
Un exemple : le marche de Can Cau le samedi matin. Peu de touristes (beaucoup moins qu'a Bac Ha) et pas d'infrastructures pour touristes.
Je projette de partir au Vietnam 3 semaines cet été (je m'y prends tard, c'est vrai...).
Et je me pose évidemment la question de l'itinéraire : commencer par le Nord ou le Sud?....
D'où mes interrogations pour le Vietnam : par où commencer, et surtout par où terminer afin que ce voyage me laisse un goût d'éternité?
Vous n'avez que 3 semaines et vous voulez quelque chose qui restera un souvenir éternel, alors ne courrez ni du Nord au Sud, ni du Sud au Nord.
Votre voyage se situe en été. Donc le voyage se limitera dans la moitié Nord du Pays, jusqu'à Hoi An, terme de votre voyage. 10 jours dans le Nord (Baie d'Halong, Ninh Binh et Sapa) puis quelques jours à Huê et ensuite le reste à Hoi An, d'où vous pouvez aller vous reposer dans l'Ile de Cu Lao Cham: très belle plage, eaux limpides, plongée ou snorkeling à volonté, ballade à pieds ... absolument peu de touristes.
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,
Bonjour
Je me suis aussi décidé à partir en juillet au Vietnam pr trois semaines. Comme toi, j' ai longtemps hésité sur le sens de l' itinéraire. Après lecture des forums, j' ai choisi le sens Sud-Nord, histoire de terminer par Hanoï qui a l' air plus sympa que Saïgon (?) et de rester sur les paysages de la baie d' Along. Comme toi, je ne suis pas "plage", aussi ne ferai-je qu' une halte d' une journée et demi à Nha Trang. En gros, sans être très précis, mon itinéraire serait : 2 jours Saïgon, histoire de m' acclimater dans tous les sens du terme, 2 jours excursion delta du Mekong, train de nuit pr Nha Trang, 1 nuit Nha Trang, train de nuit pr Danang, 2 jrs Danang dont une journée pour excursion à Hoi Han, puis 2 jrs-2 nuits Hué, train de nuit Hué Hanoï et 6 jours sur Hanoï, dont une nuit sur la baie d' Along (excursion de 2 jrs-1 nuit) et une marge de 2 jrs si je me décide au dernier moment à aller à Dien Bien Phu, sinon, j' irai voir autre chose.
Je ne sais pas si ça peut te donner une idée. C' est mon premier voyage, donc un itinéraire très "basique", mais que je me réserve de modifier en fonction du feeling, des rencontres, etc...
Thierry
Merci pour vos conseils!
Je crois que finalement, nous allons nous décider pour un itinéraire Sud-Nord. En lisant le forum et les différents guides, j'ai l'impression que c'est dans ce sens que nous apprécierons le plus le voyage... j'espère que je fais le bon choix!
Abalone, est-ce si terrible d'aller dans le sud et le delta du Mékong pendant l'été? Car l'itinéraire que tu suggères me semble bien aussi.
Enfin bref, j'ai une autre question!
Admettons que mon billet aller comprenne 2 escales, à savoir Francfort puis Ho-Chi Minh. Suis-je obligée d'aller jusqu'à Hanoi ou bien alors est-il possible de n'enregistrer que jusqu'à SGN ? Ca me ferait gagner du temps de pouvoir descendre à SGN en fait...
Je crois que finalement, nous allons nous décider pour un itinéraire Sud-Nord. En lisant le forum et les différents guides, j'ai l'impression que c'est dans ce sens que nous apprécierons le plus le voyage...
L'itinéraire Sud Nord n'a de sens qu'en période d'été, en hiver, il faut faire l'inverse.
j'espère que je fais le bon choix!
Je ne cesse de répéter qu'il ne faut pas courir au ViêtNam, on perd du temps dans le transport, si ce n'est pas de l'argent et on ne voit que le superficiel et au retour on garde un gout amer.
Abalone, est-ce si terrible d'aller dans le sud et le delta du Mékong pendant l'été? Car l'itinéraire que tu suggères me semble bien aussi.
En été, il pleut souvent au Sud. Il existe de temps à autre des fenêtres de beau temps, comme ces derniers jours. Mais quand on n'a que 3 semaines, s'il fallait avoir une semaine de pluie qui contrarie vos déplacements et visites, c'est franchement du gâchis.
Admettons que mon billet aller comprenne 2 escales, à savoir Francfort puis Ho-Chi Minh. Suis-je obligée d'aller jusqu'à Hanoi ou bien alors est-il possible de n'enregistrer que jusqu'à SGN ? Ca me ferait gagner du temps de pouvoir descendre à SGN en fait...
Théoriquement, tu peux t'arrêter à Saigon, puisque tu changes d'avion ici!
Si à Paris, au checkin, on accepte que tes bagages soient enregistrés pour HoChiMinhville, tu peux les récupérer à HoChiMinhville, sinon, ils seront acheminés à Hanoi.
Tu cliques sur ebookers qui t'offre non seulement le retour à partir d'une autre destination, mais en plus le choix des billets plus ou moins chers sur +/- 3 jours.
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,
Et merci pour ce tuyau au sujet des billets d'avion!
J'ai donc cherché sur ebookers et trouvé mon bonheur, mais pour qqs euros de plus, sur le site de nouvelles frontières, j'ai trouvé un PAR-SGN HAN-PAR aux dates que je voulais et en vol direct! On a donc décidé de se payer ce petit luxe...
Alors voilà, on sera à Ho Chi Minh fin juillet et on repartira de Hanoi 3 semaines plus tard... reste maintenant à me pencher un peu plus en détail sur l'itinéraire! Je risque de revenir souvent sur le forum ! 😛
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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!
