Voila je m'appelle Fred je viens de Suisse et ma première expérience en Asie c'était en novembre l'année passée 1 mois super passé en Thaillande. Cette année je ne peux prendre qu'au mois de juillet et bien que j'ai adoré la thailande je me dirige vers l'idée d'aller au Laos.
Ma questions est la suivante, est-ce que vous trouvez plus sympa plus simple de visite le laos via bkk ou via Chiang mai ou Chiang Rai ?
Mis à part cette question je suis en pleine phase de doute j'ai pas encore booké mon billet d'avion mais compte le faire d'ici mercredi toute fois plein d'interrogation 🤪 vais je m'ennuyer au Laos tout seul, est-ce que j'aurais pas meilleur temps de partir ailleurs en juillet (quoique seul en vacance l'asie me semble le plus facile)... enfin des petits doutes qui arrive à tout le monde 😐
🙂1 mois au laos tu a le temp d'en faire le tour donc il est préférable d'arrivé a bangkok pour en faire le tour car tu peut entré direct au cambodge a paksé c'est sans probléme tu part le matin de bangkok le soir tu couche au laos a paksé de la tu visite en motobibicke les plateaux boloven puis tu remonte trankil vers vientiane puis luangphrabang bateaux sur le mékong et tu peut ainsi remonté en bateau puis en bus jusqu'a la frontiére de chine pui redescendre vers la plaine des jarres ensuite retour a vientiane puis bangkok c'est une boucle que j'ai faite l'année derniére seule en routard tu as le tout en images sur mon site pose des questions si tu veut
www.jpaventure.com
routard ou backpacker ok mais pas de voyage a n'importe quel prix
Bonjour,
Pas facile de vous répondre pour l'ennui au Laos, sans savoir ce qui vous intéresse! Vous avez adoré la Thailande : laquelle? Le laos, c'est vraiment plus calme, (voire trop calme pour certains?) Vous aimez la marche, la moto et les circuits un peu sport? Alors ça peut le faire... Y a plein d'itinéraires sympa... Au nord, a centre et au sud.
Partir du sud et aller vers la nord? Vaut peut-être mieux faire l'inverse, le sud du Laos étant plus cool et "balisé" pour finir.
Bon voyage
Bien en ce qui concerne la thaillande j'avais fait BKK, chiang mai, Krabi, Koh lanta back to chiang mai et Bkk donc j'ai principalement apprécié Chiang mai faut dire que je m'étais fait des connaissances sur place ce qui aide.
Plus globalement j'ai adoré la thailande pour son ambiance, la facilité de se laisser aller si bien que j'ai jamais été aussi triste de quitter un pays que la Thaillande ca m'avait littéralement retourner la tête si bien qu'en revennant j'avais des projets un peu fou qui heureusement se sont estompés après 1 mois 😉 (un pote a failli tout lacher femme, maison pour partir vivre la bas!).
Donc voila je pensais au Laos pour changer un peu en espérant rencontrer des jeunes de mon âge au fil du voyage. a la base je trouvais plus simple de faire du nord au sud vu que mon point de chute c'est Bkk mais a voir c'est pas la meilleure solution.
L'an passer j'ai fait la boucle nord sud, c'etait nikel, pour ce faire un apercu rapide du Laos.
Je suis rentrer par chiang kong>>>Huayxai, puis bus pour LuangNamTha, visite du parc, puis bus pour VangVieng (le blede est super touristique, mais ya pamal de grotte et de jolie promenade a moto au alentours, et l'organic farm est tres simpa), puis LuangPrabang, Vientiane, Pakse, les plateaux de Boloven en motos sur 3 jrs avec visite des waterfalls, puis session hammack tres reposante a DontDet (SiPhanDon), un dernier circuit a moto par la "route 18" qui est plutot une piste avec riviere et jungle a traverser, mais bonne experience (ya pamal de coupe illegal de bois parlabas, eviter de prendre n'importe qui ou quoi en photo, ou tres furtivement ), ont avait prevu de faire les 1oo bornes en 1 journee ont en a mis 2, heureusment acceuilli par des villageois adorable apres c'etre fait surprendre par la nuit, (a cause d'un pti eclatage de geule et d'un passage de riviere un peu plus profond que les autres "photo 3", a coter d'un village de pti malins qui vous porte les motos pour 5 dol (alors que certaine riviere avant un gentil mr qui vous fesait traverser sur une barque pr 50c) donc refus, trop cher et pas notre 1ere riviere, sauf que la, a la sorti tout est noyer et vaut mieu etre outiler, puis sous les rires des pti malins qui desormait demandais 20dol pour les redamarer (mdr), 30 min de rigolade et ciao les malins😏) puis retour en passant par les boloven et ses pistes a nid poule (encore eviter de ce faire suprendre par la nuit), circuit qui nous a couter un plateau, une chaine et 4 crevaisons, (heureusment y ont l'habitide et ont avait des outils et 2 motos pratik pour transporter la roue), pti conseil: louer jamais une moto chinoise! la ont a pas eu trop le choix, louer a un particulier en face de DontDet, fallu batailler pour avoir des becanes avec des freins correct, mais l'avantage c'est qu'il avait des outils, c clair vaut mieu avec des moto en plastic. Mais super trip qd meme.
Retour a Bangkok en bus depuis Pakse....
Y'en a beaucoup a faire, un moi c'est super court, le Nord est plus sauvage et moin touristique..............
C'etait une boucle asser touristique (sauf le dernier circuit a moto ou ont a pas croiser un farang), qui m'a donner envi d'y retouner, fin 2009 sera nord Laos et Yunnan.....
A+
Salut Fredo 29;
Quand à moi, à Chiang Mai j'ai pris un package comprenant le bus jusqu'à Chiang Kong, logement en guest à Chiang kong, traversée du Mekong et descente du Mekong jusqu'à Luang Prabang avec une escale d'une nuit à Pack Beng. Ensuite, après quelques jours passés à Luang Prabang, nous avons pris un mini bus avec chauffeur guide et nous sommes remonté dans les tribus du nord à Muang Sing. Retour avec arrêt à Nong Kiaw pour aller passer une nuit à Ngoi et puis retour à Luang Prabang. Repos quelques jours avec visites diverses et puis descente en bus jusqu'à Vientiane. Nous y avons passe 2-3 jours et puis retour en Belgique.
Pour mieux te rendre compte de ce que l'on peut voir et faire, tu peux si tu as le temps et la patience aller voir mon blog.
www.Mon-voyage-au-Laos.skyrock.com
Bon amusement et si tu as besoin de renseignements, je reste à ta disposition.
Ciao ciao
Renato
😎 Bonjour, perso je dis de faire plutôt le nord en 1er, et de fibir par le sud.
A mon point de vue, le nord, c'est plus "découverte " et le sur plus "détente".
En 1 mois, tu peux faire, par exemple, env. 3 semaines au nord et une semaine au sud.
Si ça peut te donner qqs idées va sur le blog http://bzhjean.skyblog.com
jeannôt
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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!
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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!
