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Meilleur circuit au Vietnam en avril?
by Fredtattoo
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
salut a tous,
je souhaite partir entre 15 et 20 jours en avril 2009 pour decouvrir le vietnam, pour cela j'ai besoin de conseils sur le meilleur circuit a suivre, par quels moyens, quels ebergements conseillés suivant les villes ou lieu visités (pas forcement les moins chers mais surtout les plus typiques ou confortables)....... etc, etc....... C'est un voyage que je veux faire seul...... tous les conseils sont les bienvenus 🙂
je comptais arriver sur hanoi de paris et repartir par ho chi min ville, mais pas encore pris de billet d'avion, aussi si vous pensez qu'un autre plan de vol est preferable je suis ouvert a tout.
Je vous remercie par avance pour vos differents conseils,
A tres vite,
fred
fred
En 15j, on peut "voir" le Vietnam, mais c'est juste; 20j est preferable, car le pays est vraiment magnifique.
Pour 15j
je conseille:
Le Sud: 4j Saigon 1j (pas +, c'est moche) Le delta du Mekong 2j (1nt Cantho) TayNinh-Cu Chi 1j
Le Centre: 4j
- Hoi An/Danang: 2j Hue: 2j
Le Nord: 7j
Hanoi: 2j
Halong: 2j (1nt bateau)
Sapa: 3j
En 20j, ajouter 1j ds le sud, 1j Centre, et le reste ds le Nord, qui est la region la + belle (par ex: tour Mai Chau-Tam Coc-Phat Diem en 3j)
Transports: bus de nuit entre Saigon-Danang et Hue-Hanoi (+Hanoi-Sapa) pour gagner du temps. Excursions en voyage organise SUR PLACE (vs pouvez Tam Coc tt seul, mais pas Halong a cause du bateau); ce st des minibus donc on est pas "en troupeau" comme en Thailande.
Bien sur, dans le nord, le mieux, c'est la Jeep avec chauffeur, mais c'est du $80-90 pr jour sauf le tour Mai Chau-Tam Coc qui est a environ $60. Si ca vs dit, je peux contacter mon chauffeur de 3 ans, impec!
Partout, on trouve de tres bons htls a $10-15 la nuit (SdB/tele cable/Clim + ventilo/frigo). Je peux vs donner un tas d'adresses si ca vs interesse A bientot
IL vaut mieux commencer par le Sud car, en avril, il fait encore froid ds le Nord
En 20j, ajouter 1j ds le sud, 1j Centre, et le reste ds le Nord, qui est la region la + belle (par ex: tour Mai Chau-Tam Coc-Phat Diem en 3j)
Transports: bus de nuit entre Saigon-Danang et Hue-Hanoi (+Hanoi-Sapa) pour gagner du temps. Excursions en voyage organise SUR PLACE (vs pouvez Tam Coc tt seul, mais pas Halong a cause du bateau); ce st des minibus donc on est pas "en troupeau" comme en Thailande.
Bien sur, dans le nord, le mieux, c'est la Jeep avec chauffeur, mais c'est du $80-90 pr jour sauf le tour Mai Chau-Tam Coc qui est a environ $60. Si ca vs dit, je peux contacter mon chauffeur de 3 ans, impec!
Partout, on trouve de tres bons htls a $10-15 la nuit (SdB/tele cable/Clim + ventilo/frigo). Je peux vs donner un tas d'adresses si ca vs interesse A bientot
IL vaut mieux commencer par le Sud car, en avril, il fait encore froid ds le Nord
Méfiez-vous de la vie, car les ratés ne vous rateront pas!
IL vaut mieux commencer par le Sud car, en avril, il fait encore froid ds le Nord
Très bonne remarque pour le sens du circuit. Plus on s'approche du mois de Mai, plus il fait beau dans le Nord. On pourrait même s'offrir un séjour balnéaire dans l'ile de Quan Lan, belle plage de sable blanc et d'eau limpide.
Très bonne remarque pour le sens du circuit. Plus on s'approche du mois de Mai, plus il fait beau dans le Nord. On pourrait même s'offrir un séjour balnéaire dans l'ile de Quan Lan, belle plage de sable blanc et d'eau limpide.
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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,
W've got home;
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,
W've got home;
Bonjour,
Voilà deux fois que je vous vois citer l'ile de Quan Lan - auriez-vous la gentillesse de me dire exactement où elle se trouve par rapport à Hanoi et comment l'atteindre (beaucoup de kilométrage ?)
Merci et bonne journée - Cordialement - Kimtwo -
Voilà deux fois que je vous vois citer l'ile de Quan Lan - auriez-vous la gentillesse de me dire exactement où elle se trouve par rapport à Hanoi et comment l'atteindre (beaucoup de kilométrage ?)
Merci et bonne journée - Cordialement - Kimtwo -
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)
Voyager c'est aller de soi à soi, en passant par les autres (proverbe touareg)
Idem, du Sud au Nord, pour arriver a la plus belle periode (fin avril - debut mai) dans le Nord et la baie d'Ha Long (a voir meme si c'est plein de touristes).
Pour l'itineraire, je dirais : une semaine dans le delta pour faire une boucle : SGN - My Tho - Vinh Long - Can Tho - Long Xuyen - Chau Doc - Cao Lanh - Sa Dec - SGN remonter vers le Nord en passant par Nha Trang pour faire une halte (bus de nuit, par exemple) et direction Hoi An (bus de nuit egalement) ou, pour gagner du temps, prendre un vol SGN - Hoi An (Da Nang). Hoi An - Hue : cinq jours (trois a Hue et deux a Hoi An) de la, remonter vers le Nord (baie d'Ha Long - circuit dans les montagnes).
Bonnes vacances, pat
Pour l'itineraire, je dirais : une semaine dans le delta pour faire une boucle : SGN - My Tho - Vinh Long - Can Tho - Long Xuyen - Chau Doc - Cao Lanh - Sa Dec - SGN remonter vers le Nord en passant par Nha Trang pour faire une halte (bus de nuit, par exemple) et direction Hoi An (bus de nuit egalement) ou, pour gagner du temps, prendre un vol SGN - Hoi An (Da Nang). Hoi An - Hue : cinq jours (trois a Hue et deux a Hoi An) de la, remonter vers le Nord (baie d'Ha Long - circuit dans les montagnes).
Bonnes vacances, pat
dire exactement où elle se trouve par rapport à Hanoi et comment l'atteindre (beaucoup de kilométrage ?)
Deux façons d'atteindre l'ile de Quan Lan: à partir du port de Hon Gai, de l'autre côté du pont qui sépare Bay Chay et Halong (3 heures de bateau) à partir du port de Cai Rông, à 50 km au nord de Halong (2 Heures de bateau)
On peut s'offrir ainsi une traversée magnifique de la Baie Bai Tu Long





Deux façons d'atteindre l'ile de Quan Lan: à partir du port de Hon Gai, de l'autre côté du pont qui sépare Bay Chay et Halong (3 heures de bateau) à partir du port de Cai Rông, à 50 km au nord de Halong (2 Heures de bateau)
On peut s'offrir ainsi une traversée magnifique de la Baie Bai Tu Long





http://www.maison-chance.org/
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,
W've got home;
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,
W've got home;
Re,
Merci pour la rapidité à me répondre, pour les renseignements précis et les superbes photos - nous pensons que nous irons voir ce "coin de paradis" - mais dites-moi, y a-t-il un hébergement possible là-bas ? car faire ce déplacement en coup de vent ne me semble pas raisonnable ni même possible compte tenu ne serait-ce que du temps passé en bateau - ce n'est pas pressé, mais si vous avez un moment, encore merci de me renseigner -
Bonne journée - Kimtwo -
Merci pour la rapidité à me répondre, pour les renseignements précis et les superbes photos - nous pensons que nous irons voir ce "coin de paradis" - mais dites-moi, y a-t-il un hébergement possible là-bas ? car faire ce déplacement en coup de vent ne me semble pas raisonnable ni même possible compte tenu ne serait-ce que du temps passé en bateau - ce n'est pas pressé, mais si vous avez un moment, encore merci de me renseigner -
Bonne journée - Kimtwo -
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)
Voyager c'est aller de soi à soi, en passant par les autres (proverbe touareg)
y a-t-il un hébergement possible là-bas ?
On peut dormir à la belle étoile ou sous une tente au bord de la plage🙂
Mais on peut aussi dormir dans un très beau hôtel devant la plage, avec au choix une belle villa ou des chambres dans une maison sur pilotis


ou en centre ville



On peut dormir à la belle étoile ou sous une tente au bord de la plage🙂
Mais on peut aussi dormir dans un très beau hôtel devant la plage, avec au choix une belle villa ou des chambres dans une maison sur pilotis


ou en centre ville



http://www.maison-chance.org/
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,
W've got home;
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,
W've got home;
😇😇😇le mais avirl, c'est les derniers jours dans le nord. Mais je suis d'accord avec l'idée de commercer du sud au nord.
je vous propose suivant: le sud :
Sai Gon - Vinh Long (ou Can Tho) - Chau Doc - Sai Gon 3jours ( c'est perfait si vous faites une croisiere)
Sai Gon - Cu CHi 2 jours une escale à Nha Trang (l'ile de la Baleine) ou Mui Ne 2jours pour profiter la plage sous le soleil tropical du VN le Centre:
2 Jours à Hue pour visiter la cité interdite, les musolées des rois Nguyen.
3 jours à Hoi An ( Fai Fo): 2jours dans les vielles rues, une jounée pour visiter les tours Cham à My Son. le nord 5 jours: HN- Sa Pa- Dien Bien Phu ou HN- le lac Ba Be (une nuit chez Tay - ethnies de VietNam) - Ha Long.
il y a beaucoup de choix et de conseil pour vous.
Bon Choix et bon voyage au Viet Nam
tiep.future@yahoo.fr
Je ne vois vraiment pas l'interet d'aller perdre du temps a Chauc Do et de passer Lai Chau, Sapa, et/ou Tam Coc! D'autre part, 5j ds le nord, c'est insuffisant: il faut au moins 2j a Hanoi, donc il reste 3j pour le reste🙁🙁🙁 Or il faut 2j-1nt a Halong (1j avec 5h de route AR, je ne vois pas l'interet), Il faut 2j pour aller de Hanoi a DBP vu l'etat de la route Sonla-DBP, et combien de temps reste-il a Sapa, 1j? Ca fait vraiment beaucoup de route pour rien. Desole, mais je pense que mon itineraire est plus logique, en l'allongeant a + de 15j si possible.
Méfiez-vous de la vie, car les ratés ne vous rateront pas!
wowww quelle bonne surprise de trouver autant de conseils et de reponses a ma discussion, du coup je pense que le meilleur pour moi c de partir en mai pour etre sur de trouver la meilleure periode niveau climat que ce soit du sud au nord. j'ai bien noté qu'il m'etait conseillé de partir du sud au nord et qu'il fallait que je consacre un maximum de jours au nord.
je peux sans probleme partir plus de 15 jours avec un maximum de 20 jours vol aller/retour compris........ je ne veux pas revenir frustré de n'avoir pas consacré 4 ou 5 jours de plus 😉
de quel budget pensez vous que j'aurais besoin sur place (sans compter les vols aller/retour sur paris), je tiens a bien organiser mon sejour et ne pas forcement regarder a la depense sur place si il m'est conseiller un moyen de locomotion plus qu'un autre ou un ebergement meilleur qu'un autre suivant l'endroit...... je ne roule pas sur l'or mais c un voyage dont je reve depuis des années et je ne suis pas certain de pouvoir y retourner un jour......🙂....... ça ne veut pas dire non plus que je cherche le grand luxe ou que le fait de dormir chez l'habitant me gene bien au contraire si on me le conseille vivement....... j'espere que je me fait bien comprendre, je cherche a avoir les meilleur conseils pour profiter un max de mon voyage et en prendre plein la tete et la vue 😉
les longues marches, le sac a dos, le velo, les trajet en bus, le bateau, le train, l'avion, dormir dans des lieux sans electricitée ou lumiere ne me font pas peur si tout ça me permet de jouir un max de mon voyage
merci encore pour tous vos conseils
qu'il fallait que je consacre un maximum de jours au nord.
Ca, c'est l'avis de Larsay qui adore le Nord. Tout depend de ce que tu aimes voir et de tes envies lors de ce voyage (sorry, on a oublie de te le demander). Le Nord, pour celui qui prefere la plage et la mer, ce n'est pas vraiment l'ideal😉😉😉😉
Donc, pour jouir un maximum de ce voyage, la premiere chose a nous dire c'est ce que tu aimes, ce que tu attends et quels sont tes prerequis (les images que tu as dans la tete) par rapport au Viet Nam.
Cordialement, Pat
Ca, c'est l'avis de Larsay qui adore le Nord. Tout depend de ce que tu aimes voir et de tes envies lors de ce voyage (sorry, on a oublie de te le demander). Le Nord, pour celui qui prefere la plage et la mer, ce n'est pas vraiment l'ideal😉😉😉😉
Donc, pour jouir un maximum de ce voyage, la premiere chose a nous dire c'est ce que tu aimes, ce que tu attends et quels sont tes prerequis (les images que tu as dans la tete) par rapport au Viet Nam.
Cordialement, Pat
Le Nord, pour celui qui prefere la plage et la mer, ce n'est pas vraiment l'ideal
Ce n'est plus vrai depuis que j'ai répertérioré l'ile de Quan Lan. Evidemment, il faut éviter la période hivernale🙂
Ce n'est plus vrai depuis que j'ai répertérioré l'ile de Quan Lan. Evidemment, il faut éviter la période hivernale🙂
http://www.maison-chance.org/
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,
W've got home;
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,
W've got home;
merci de me demander ce que j'aime et les images que j'ai dans la tete, en fait j'en ai des tas mais rien de vraiment precis, mis a part les paysages que tout le monde connais genre baie d'along ou riziere, en fait j'ai tres envie de découvrir, d'etre surpris et totalement depaysé, d'en prendre plein la vue, de revenir avec des centaines de photos (j'adore la photo), je ne vais pas au vietnam pour rester sur une plage et rester des heures au soleil pour bronzer et voir la mer......... meme si je ne suis pas contre le faire un ou 2 jours si on me conseille un lieu vraiment a voir et decouvrir ........ j'ai envie de decouvrir ce peuple, ce pays, ces paysages ....... et de faire de ce voyage une experience unique et inoubliable 😉
j'aime aussi beaucoup l'art asiatique en general
en fait je n'ai surtout pas envie d'avoir l'impression que je fais partie d'un groupe touristique (sinon je m'adresserais a un tour operateur qui organiserait tout pour moi), ça fait tres longtemps que j'ai envie de me faire un voyage un peut a l'aventure (meme si j'ai besoin de m'organiser et de preparer minutieusement mon sejour pour ne pas perdre inutilement de temps) et je suis certain que le viet nam est le pays idéal pour ce genre de voyage........ inutile de vous preciser que je ne suis attiré que par les pays d'asie 😉
cordialement,
Fred
cordialement,
Fred
j'ai tres envie de découvrir, d'etre surpris et totalement depaysé, d'en prendre plein la vue, de revenir avec des centaines de photos (j'adore la photo), je ne vais pas au vietnam pour rester sur une plage et rester des heures au soleil pour bronzer et voir la mer......... meme si je ne suis pas contre le faire un ou 2 jours si on me conseille un lieu vraiment a voir et decouvrir ........ j'ai envie de decouvrir ce peuple, ce pays, ces paysages ....... et de faire de ce voyage une experience unique et inoubliable
Dans ce cas, oubliez les noms des sites qu'on vous balance à longueur de journée dans les guides et les forums🙂
Partez à l'aventure et faire des stops dans les petites localités (il y a toujours un bon hôtel à prix très abordable, propre et confortable). Ayez un comportement "friendship" et nouez des relations toutes simples avec les gens, on vous fera découvrir de très bels endroits qu'aucun guide ne vous le dise. Je répète ces sites peu fréquentés valent aussi bien que tous les sites des tours opérators.
Si vous lisez régulièrement ce forum, vous verrez que je ne donne jamais des réponses identiques à chaque voyageur. La saison est très importante et il vaut mieux avoir le soleil pour en profiter. Le ViêtNam est très varié au point de vue paysage. On peut retrouver les mêmes choses dans une autre région sous le soleil quand un site est sous la pluie diluvienne. Exemple en ce moment de Phu Hiên près de Ninh Binh, qui vaut largement Hoi An.
En résumé, si vous partez fin Avril du Sud au Nord pour finir mi Mai, vous aurez du beau temps tout le long de votre séjour.
Dans ce cas, oubliez les noms des sites qu'on vous balance à longueur de journée dans les guides et les forums🙂
Partez à l'aventure et faire des stops dans les petites localités (il y a toujours un bon hôtel à prix très abordable, propre et confortable). Ayez un comportement "friendship" et nouez des relations toutes simples avec les gens, on vous fera découvrir de très bels endroits qu'aucun guide ne vous le dise. Je répète ces sites peu fréquentés valent aussi bien que tous les sites des tours opérators.
Si vous lisez régulièrement ce forum, vous verrez que je ne donne jamais des réponses identiques à chaque voyageur. La saison est très importante et il vaut mieux avoir le soleil pour en profiter. Le ViêtNam est très varié au point de vue paysage. On peut retrouver les mêmes choses dans une autre région sous le soleil quand un site est sous la pluie diluvienne. Exemple en ce moment de Phu Hiên près de Ninh Binh, qui vaut largement Hoi An.
En résumé, si vous partez fin Avril du Sud au Nord pour finir mi Mai, vous aurez du beau temps tout le long de votre séjour.
http://www.maison-chance.org/
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,
W've got home;
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,
W've got home;
il est clair que je vais decaler mon depart pour fin avril et rester environ 18 jours sur place pour me donner le temps de profiter.
le fait de partir seul est il un probleme ? je ne pense pas mais votre avis me serait tres utile, y a t'il des lieu ou regions a eviter seul ?
je vais deja faire au plus vite une reservation pour mes vols allez/retour, il me semble que la compagnie vietnam airline propose des tarifs plutot interessant et en plus ce sont des vols directs 😉
je vais deja faire au plus vite une reservation pour mes vols allez/retour, il me semble que la compagnie vietnam airline propose des tarifs plutot interessant et en plus ce sont des vols directs 😉
y a t'il des lieu ou regions a eviter seul ?
Les bars où les filles risquent de te passer à tabac🙂
je vais deja faire au plus vite une reservation pour mes vols allez/retour, il me semble que la compagnie vietnam airline propose des tarifs plutot interessant et en plus ce sont des vols directs
ViêtNam Airlines ou Qtar Airways, c'est aussi bien. Avec Qtar, il y a une escale d'1 H 15 et le voyage est plus long de quelques heures. Les tarifs sont en train de plonger, au vu de la baisse de fréquentation des français
Les bars où les filles risquent de te passer à tabac🙂
je vais deja faire au plus vite une reservation pour mes vols allez/retour, il me semble que la compagnie vietnam airline propose des tarifs plutot interessant et en plus ce sont des vols directs
ViêtNam Airlines ou Qtar Airways, c'est aussi bien. Avec Qtar, il y a une escale d'1 H 15 et le voyage est plus long de quelques heures. Les tarifs sont en train de plonger, au vu de la baisse de fréquentation des français
http://www.maison-chance.org/
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,
W've got home;
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,
W've got home;
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- 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?
Thanks, and long live the Nam! !
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.
What do you all think? Thanks in advance!
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.
What do you all think? Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone,
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?
Thanks for your opinions/answers! Marc Lamarre
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?
Thanks for your opinions/answers! Marc Lamarre
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. Is it possible to take the train from Malacca to Ipoh? Thanks for your feedback.
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
Hello,
We’re a couple looking for a driver for 10 days to explore Northern Vietnam in April.
Best regards,
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).
Thanks!
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).
Thanks!
hi
I’ll be on a cruise on January 11, 2027. We’re stopping in Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My).
I’d love to see something other than the city—anyone have recommendations or a guide for 6-8 people with pickup at the port?
I’d really like to visit some rice paddies.
I’ll be on a cruise on January 11, 2027. We’re stopping in Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My).
I’d love to see something other than the city—anyone have recommendations or a guide for 6-8 people with pickup at the port?
I’d really like to visit some rice paddies.
Hi there,
I’m spending 4 days in Kuala Lumpur.
Could you let me know what’s absolutely worth visiting and what’s not really worth the effort?
Any suggested itinerary?
Apart from Batu Caves, I don’t have many ideas...
I’m traveling with my partner and our 16-year-old son.
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
I’m spending 4 days in Kuala Lumpur.
Could you let me know what’s absolutely worth visiting and what’s not really worth the effort?
Any suggested itinerary?
Apart from Batu Caves, I don’t have many ideas...
I’m traveling with my partner and our 16-year-old son.
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
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!
Hi there,
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. ;-)
Thanks for your tips! DrSnuggle
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. ;-)
Thanks for your tips! DrSnuggle
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! :-)
Hi there
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?????
Thanks for any tips—I’m stuck!
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?????
Thanks for any tips—I’m stuck!
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
Thanks for any suggestions or help!
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
Thanks for any suggestions or help!
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.
Kanchanaburi:
Kanchanaburi:
Sri Chiangmai:
Soppong:
Tha Wang Pha:
Kanchanaburi:

Kanchanaburi:

Sri Chiangmai:

Soppong:

Tha Wang Pha:

🙂 Hi everyone!
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.
Thanks everyone, take care and stay happy! ❤️
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.
Thanks everyone, take care and stay happy! ❤️
Hi there,
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
Thanks for your thoughts—and for your time!
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
Thanks for your thoughts—and for your time!
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! !
Hi everyone,
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?
Thanks in advance for your feedback! :)
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?
Thanks in advance for your feedback! :)
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!