Après pas mal de temps passé à lire le forum, on vient de finaliser un trip. Mais j'ai encore quelques interrogations et souhaiterais avoir vos avis.
Arrivée HCM 28/04 soir.
29/30 Avril: HCM (on a vu qu'il y aura le tet donc éviter de se déplacer sur ce long week end - Dimanche/Lundi)
1/2 Mai: Delta du Mékong
3/05: excursion Cat Tien? le temps de transport m'inquiète un peu..
4 au 7/05: initialement prévu pour Nha Trang (dans ce cas avion HCM/Nha Trang), mais on se demande si Quy Nhon n'est pas mieux (dans ce cas par train de nuit depuis HCM) ? Objectif = repos/plage + un peu de visite
8 au 11/05: train vers Hoi An, puis 3j sur place Hoi An (toujours avec un peu de plage)
12 & 13: train vers Hué, 2j sur place
14 au 21: avion Hué/Hanoi le 14 matin. grosso modo 2j Sapa par train de nuit AR (on se demande si cela vaut le coup de passer plutôt 3j?), 2j excursion baie d'Halong, 1j excursion Tam Coc, et le reste du temps sur Hanoi; pas décidé encore dans quel ordre on organisera ces 7/8j
retour Paris le 21 soir à 22h
En plus des 3 questions ci dessus, je me demande:
- si cela serait bien de prévoir plutôt 3j pour le delta du mékong?
- on aura à peu près 1 jour et demi sur Hué (en prenant le SE6 on arrive le 12/05 sur place à 13h21); est ce suffisant?
- on n'a pas prévu la baie d'Halong terrestre vu certains commentaires, et décidé d'aller plutôt à Tam Coc; votre avis?
- au niveau plage, que pensez vous de Mui Né? semble qu'il y a ait du vent (je crois que j'ai vu ça dans le Routard). Que conseilleriez vous passer 2/3 jours dans un bel endroit qui sort un peu des sentiers touristiques, et plus abordable en prix pour se faire plaisir?
et une dernière question pratique; au départ j'étais pas chaud pour prendre mon iPad (un truc de plus à transporter! ...et à surveiller en permanence), mais d'un autre côté bien pratique pour les résas hôtel (on fera tout sur place au gré du voyage), météo, etc..
Arrivée HCM 28/04 soir.
29/30 Avril: HCM (on a vu qu'il y aura le tet donc éviter de se déplacer sur ce long week end - Dimanche/Lundi)
1/2 Mai: Delta du Mékong
Oh pas de chance, vous tombez sur le long week-end férié des vietnamiens. Le transport est surbooké jusqu'au 3 Mai inclus.
3/05: excursion Cat Tien? le temps de transport m'inquiète un peu..
Vous quittez HCM, donc pas de souci. Voir mes posts sur Cat Tiên, il y a plein d'info pour y aller tout seul.
4 au 7/05: initialement prévu pour Nha Trang (dans ce cas avion HCM/Nha Trang), mais on se demande si Quy Nhon n'est pas mieux (dans ce cas par train de nuit depuis HCM) ? Objectif = repos/plage + un peu de visite
Si le tourisme de masse vous rechigne, vous pouvez aller à Qui Nhon, mais il faut un peu connaître pour profiter des belles plages de sable blanc. Voir aussi mes posts sur Qui Nhon.
8 au 11/05: train vers Hoi An, puis 3j sur place Hoi An (toujours avec un peu de plage)
Vous pouvez éviter Nha Trang ou Qui Nhon et vous consacrer aux belles plages de l'archipel Cù Lao Cham. Voir également mes publications sur VoyageForum
14 au 21: avion Hué/Hanoi le 14 matin. grosso modo 2j Sapa par train de nuit AR (on se demande si cela vaut le coup de passer plutôt 3j?), 2j excursion baie d'Halong, 1j excursion Tam Coc, et le reste du temps sur Hanoi; pas décidé encore dans quel ordre on organisera ces 7/8j
retour Paris le 21 soir à 22h
Vous pouvez aller à Sapa si vous voulez comme tout le monde, mais le paysage n'a rien d'extraordinaire en Mai. Contactez moi en MP, on pourrait faire un bout de chemin ensemble sur un autre site, à cette date, si le coeur vous en dit.
Tam Cóc se trouve dans la baie d'Halong terrestre🙂
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,
Merci pour les commentaires; je vais jeter un oeil sur cu lao cham, pourquoi pas.
Pour ce qui est de Sapa, pourriez vous me dire pourquoi en Mai ce n'est pas top? Trop sec? Fait froid? J'y suis allé en 2005 au mois d'août et garde un très bon souvenir, c'était bien vert, un peu chaud.
Pour ce qui est de Sapa, pourriez vous me dire pourquoi en Mai ce n'est pas top?
En Mai, les rizières sont plus ou moins labourées et attendent les premières pluies de Juin pour être repiquées.Vous étiez venu en Août, les plantes de riz atteignent leur taille dé finitive et les grains de riz attendent mi-septembre pour mûrir.Si vous avez gardé un bon souvenir en Août, ne revenez pas en Mai.Allez au parc Pu Luong pour voir le paysage en vert🙂
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,
Merci Abalone pour l'info. Je n'avais pas du tout pensé aux saisons pour récolter le riz...
Je viens de regarder un peu plus, et effectivement je crois qu'il va falloir changer de plan. Pour moi ça ira (j'ai déjà vu), mais ma femme ne connait pas et va être déçue de ne pas aller à Sapa, ni de voir les minorités.
Je vais donc regarder de plus près votre recommandation pour Pu Luong. Si j'ai bien suivi, il doit faire plus chaud, et du coup ils font 2 récoltes au lieu d'une à Sapa. Et le riz sera déjà bien vert en Mai. Une recommandation pour y aller / et combien de temps? vaut il mieux faire cela avec un tour organisé, ou peut on se débrouiller sur place (j'ai vu rapidement que l'anglais n'était pas trop courant dans ce coin)?
Une recommandation pour y aller / et combien de temps? vaut il mieux faire cela avec un tour organisé, ou peut on se débrouiller sur place (j'ai vu rapidement que l'anglais n'était pas trop courant dans ce coin)?
Il faut faire un treck dans le Parc Pu Luong, donc il faut bien un guide qui vous amène dormir chez les habitants.
Vous pouvez faire des circuits en 2 jours, en 3 jours, en 5 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,
Bonjour!
Je prépare un voyage de 6 mois en Asie. Je voulais savoir si l'utilisation de votre Ipad a été facile?! Afin d'éviter de traîner plusieurs livres, nous pensions les télécharger sur la tablette... Comment ça c'est passé pour vous ?
Le trajet au vietnam n'est pas encore encore déterminé, des incontournables ? J'y serai +/- en avril.
Super si on peut utiliser l'Ipad en toute tranquilité !
Je voulais savoir si l'utilisation de votre Ipad a été facile?!
Votre Ipad est elle équipée en fonction 3G?
Un abonnement d'un mois avec Viettel en 3G coûte 40 000 VND en usage illimité.Vous aurez accès où que vous soyez, à toute la cartographie du VietNam et toutes les grandes villes, ainsi que les dictionnaires anglais-vietnamiens, bref tout ce qu'un ordinateur peut accéder.
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,
Nous avions un ipad wifi simple, pas de 3G. Largement suffisant, pour nous c'etait pour rester connecté aux emais, actu, skype et préparer notre prochaine étape (résa hoteĺ, horaire/cout transport, et tripadvisor pour resto/hotel). Pas vraiment pour remplacer notre guide quand on se baladait, je me voyais mal sortir mon ipad pour chercher la bonne rue. Donc usage plutot le soir a l'hotel, ou alors la journée quand on lézardait dans un bar. Ce qui est génial c'est qu'on trouve facilement du wifi gratos (bar, hotel, des fois la ville entière comme à Hoi An). On n'a pas regretté une seconde de l'avoir pris.
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J'ai besoin de conseils avisés sur ces 2 destinations, en 15 jours
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! !
