Période et itinéraire pour un voyage au Vietnam?
by Monac
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
🙂 bonjour nous organison a faire un voyage au vietnam pouvez vous nous conseillez une periode et un itineraire merci
Come disait de Gaulle en reponse a quelqu'un qui s'ecriait "Il faudrait tuer tous les cons": "Vaste programme!".
Les "meilleures" periodes dependent des regions, car le climat est tres differrent ds le Nord, le sud, et le centre. Ds le Nord, octobre et mai sont parfaits (ni trop chaud, ni frais); je suis sur que des members vont vs donner le temps ds le centre et le sud.
Pas de pbs pour donner un itineraire, mais pas comme ca. Il ns faut absolument: 1) Votre limite de temps 2) Vos interets (histoire, gens, montagnes, plages, etc.)
En gros, pour visiter le Vietnam correctement (sans plus), il faut 3 semaines MINIMUM (5j sud/5-6j centre/le reste ds le nord) en passant d'une region a une autre en avion ou en train/bus de nuit pour gagner du temps
A votre service!
Les "meilleures" periodes dependent des regions, car le climat est tres differrent ds le Nord, le sud, et le centre. Ds le Nord, octobre et mai sont parfaits (ni trop chaud, ni frais); je suis sur que des members vont vs donner le temps ds le centre et le sud.
Pas de pbs pour donner un itineraire, mais pas comme ca. Il ns faut absolument: 1) Votre limite de temps 2) Vos interets (histoire, gens, montagnes, plages, etc.)
En gros, pour visiter le Vietnam correctement (sans plus), il faut 3 semaines MINIMUM (5j sud/5-6j centre/le reste ds le nord) en passant d'une region a une autre en avion ou en train/bus de nuit pour gagner du temps
A votre service!
Méfiez-vous de la vie, car les ratés ne vous rateront pas!
bonjour plusieur membres nous ont donner des conseilles le temps les regions et meme des agences sur place
nous allons preparer se futur voyage du mieux possible.
merci pour votre reponse
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Il y a un caractere en fin de message qui rend votre message tres long et tres vide, c'est voulu ?
Pour ce qui est des reponses recues par plusieurs membres, je ne comprends pas, elles ont ete recues par MP ? Le but d'un forum n'est pas de repondre par MP, mais dans le forum. J'imagine que les mails reçus sont des mails d'agences et de professionnels.
Quant a moi, simple voyageur independant, je suis d'accord avec Larsay, il faut un minimum de données pour conseiller sur un pays aussi grand et varié (données qui sont souvent meme pas demandées voire ignorées par certaines agences sur le net... 😉)
Pour ce qui est des reponses recues par plusieurs membres, je ne comprends pas, elles ont ete recues par MP ? Le but d'un forum n'est pas de repondre par MP, mais dans le forum. J'imagine que les mails reçus sont des mails d'agences et de professionnels.
Quant a moi, simple voyageur independant, je suis d'accord avec Larsay, il faut un minimum de données pour conseiller sur un pays aussi grand et varié (données qui sont souvent meme pas demandées voire ignorées par certaines agences sur le net... 😉)
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Comme Namast, je m'etonne fort que vs ayez recu des reponses apparemment "secretes" qui vs suffisent pour vous faire une opinion. Mefiez vous des membre qui vs renseigent (en MP bien sur) alors que ce sont en realite des agences utilisant le forum d'une facon detournee pour vendre leurs produits (d'ou les MP afin que des personnes comme mopi et Namast ne puissent voir ce qu'ils vs racontent). Il s'avere que je connais le Vietnam du Nord comme ma poche pour l'avoir sillonne pendant 3 ans, et que d'autres members tels que Ottlanpac pour le centre ou Olivier Sapa pour Sapa connaissent leurs regions de fond en comble; dommage (pour vous) que vous ayiez decide de vous passer de conseils PUBLICS!!!!
Méfiez-vous de la vie, car les ratés ne vous rateront pas!
pour ma part, je suis preneuse de conseils publics!!!!
je suis allée au vietnam en 2002 et je ne rêve que d'une chose y retourner!!!! j'ai déjà un projet pour la birmanie mais je pense qd même retourner au vietnam un jour
cpdt, maintenant je suis maman et cela change les données!!!!
nous avions faits hanoi et ses alentours mais pas les montagnes du nord
est ce que vs croyez qu'il est possible de faire hanoi et les montagnes pdt les vacances de la toussaint c'est à dire fin octobre
est ce que les rizières st vertes à cette époque?
pas trop froid ni trop brumeux?
merci pour vos conseils cashmire
merci pour vos conseils cashmire
cashmire
Octobre, c'est parfait! Les rizieres st toutes vertes, il ne fait pas trop chaud, et tout est magnifique. J'ai sillonne les montagnes du nord en 2 fois un mois en octobre et j'etais heureux comme un poisson rouge dans un bocal chinois!
DONC, a votre service!
DONC, a votre service!
Méfiez-vous de la vie, car les ratés ne vous rateront pas!
heureuse de l'apprendre!!!!
cela va me permettre de rêver un peu jusqu'à notre prochain voyage au vietnam d'ici deux ou trois ans j'espère!!!!
j'espère aussi ne pas être décue par rapport à 2002, j'espère ne pas avoir embelli mes souvenirs!!!!!
cashmire
Bonjour Larsay
Je prevois un voyage de trois semaines au vietnam et aimerai visité du nord au sud, je voulais savoir quelle est la saison la plus propice, etant donné que le temps change du nord au sud selon les périodes, mon coup de coeur est la baie d'along, je voyage en toute simplicité au fur et a mesure de mes découvertes. peut tu me renseigner sur les coins indétournables et ne pas manquer. ainsi que les chose a éviter. Je te remercie d'avance😕 Brigitte
Je prevois un voyage de trois semaines au vietnam et aimerai visité du nord au sud, je voulais savoir quelle est la saison la plus propice, etant donné que le temps change du nord au sud selon les périodes, mon coup de coeur est la baie d'along, je voyage en toute simplicité au fur et a mesure de mes découvertes. peut tu me renseigner sur les coins indétournables et ne pas manquer. ainsi que les chose a éviter. Je te remercie d'avance😕 Brigitte
LE BOUT DU MONDE
Comme deja dit, je connais mal le sud et pas du tout le centre. Ds ele Nord, mai/juin et octobre st de tres bonnes saisons. Le Vietnam est un pays magnifique; 3 semaines, c'est peu. Je conseillerais 4-5j ds le sud, 7j ds le centre, et le reste ds le Nord mais les amoureux du sud vs diront le contraire...On dit que les Hauts Plateaux du Centre sont magnifiques...Bien difficile de choisir entre tout ca, d'ou le fait que de nombreux touristes viennent ici une 1ere fois et ne revent que d'y revenir.
Les "incontournables" sont bien connus: le delta du Mekong, Hoi An, Hue, et, dans le nord, Halong, Tam Coc, et la region de Sapa. Les "A faire" loin des foules: Babe et Dong Van/Meo vac (il y en a bien d'autres mais vs ne pouvez pas tt faire). Bien sur, tout cela est subjectif; les "plagistes" vous diront que l'ile de Phu Quoc ou les plages du cote de Nha Trang/Mui Ne etc. st des incontournables. Comme on dit, "Chacun son truc"; moi, le mien, ce sont les montagnes du Nord.
Si vs me donnez par MP votre adresse e-mail, je vs envoie ttes mes notes sur le Nord et vs pourrez voir a partir de la.
Les "incontournables" sont bien connus: le delta du Mekong, Hoi An, Hue, et, dans le nord, Halong, Tam Coc, et la region de Sapa. Les "A faire" loin des foules: Babe et Dong Van/Meo vac (il y en a bien d'autres mais vs ne pouvez pas tt faire). Bien sur, tout cela est subjectif; les "plagistes" vous diront que l'ile de Phu Quoc ou les plages du cote de Nha Trang/Mui Ne etc. st des incontournables. Comme on dit, "Chacun son truc"; moi, le mien, ce sont les montagnes du Nord.
Si vs me donnez par MP votre adresse e-mail, je vs envoie ttes mes notes sur le Nord et vs pourrez voir a partir de la.
Méfiez-vous de la vie, car les ratés ne vous rateront pas!
VOYAGE VIETNAM JANVIER 2009
JOUR 0 samedi 09/01 TGV et nuit PARIS JOUR 1 dimanche 10/01 départ SINGAPORE (CDG 11.15 – SIN 07.00 +1 JOUR) JOUR 2 lundi 11/01 arrivée SAIGON (SIN 09.50 -SGN 10.55) JOUR 3 mardi 12/01 visite SAIGON organisation séjour JOUR 4 mercredi 13/01 visite SAIGON JOUR 5 jeudi 14/01 Delta MEKONG JOUR 6 vendredi 15/01 Delta MEKONG VOL VERS ANGKOR JOUR 7 samedi 16/01 ANGKOR JOUR 8 dimanche 17/01 ANGKOR + VOL VERS HANOI JOUR 9 lundi 18/01 BAIE D ALONG JOUR 10 mardi 19/01 BAIE D ALONG + Train de nuit à Hanoï pour rejoindre SAPA JOUR 11 mercredi 20/01 NORD SAPA RIZIERE JOUR 12 jeudi 21/01 NORD SAPA RIZIERE retour train de nuit JOUR 13 vendredi 22/01 VOL HANOI - SAIGON JOUR 14 samedi 23/01 VOL SAIGON PHU QUOC séjour balnéaire JOUR 15 dimanche 24/01 séjour balnéaire PHU QUOC JOUR 16 lundi 25/01 séjour balnéaire PHU QUOC JOUR 17 mardi 26/01 séjour balnéaire PHU QUOC JOUR 18 mercredi 27/01 séjour balnéaire PHU QUOC JOUR 19 jeudi 28/01 VOL PHU QUOC SAIGON JOUR 20 vendredi 29/01 départ SINGAPORE (SGN 13.25 SIN 16.25) JOUR 21 samedi 30/01 SINGAPORE JOUR 22 dimanche 31/01 départ PARIS (SIN 23.55 -CDG 06.40 + 1JOUR) JOUR 23 lundi 01/02 arrivée PARIS 06.40
Bonjour !Je souhaite avoir votre avis concernant ce projet de voyage. Pensez vous qu'il est réaliste dans les délais sur les différents sites ?Notre budget est de 1500 pour 2 (hors billets d'avion) Merci
JOUR 0 samedi 09/01 TGV et nuit PARIS JOUR 1 dimanche 10/01 départ SINGAPORE (CDG 11.15 – SIN 07.00 +1 JOUR) JOUR 2 lundi 11/01 arrivée SAIGON (SIN 09.50 -SGN 10.55) JOUR 3 mardi 12/01 visite SAIGON organisation séjour JOUR 4 mercredi 13/01 visite SAIGON JOUR 5 jeudi 14/01 Delta MEKONG JOUR 6 vendredi 15/01 Delta MEKONG VOL VERS ANGKOR JOUR 7 samedi 16/01 ANGKOR JOUR 8 dimanche 17/01 ANGKOR + VOL VERS HANOI JOUR 9 lundi 18/01 BAIE D ALONG JOUR 10 mardi 19/01 BAIE D ALONG + Train de nuit à Hanoï pour rejoindre SAPA JOUR 11 mercredi 20/01 NORD SAPA RIZIERE JOUR 12 jeudi 21/01 NORD SAPA RIZIERE retour train de nuit JOUR 13 vendredi 22/01 VOL HANOI - SAIGON JOUR 14 samedi 23/01 VOL SAIGON PHU QUOC séjour balnéaire JOUR 15 dimanche 24/01 séjour balnéaire PHU QUOC JOUR 16 lundi 25/01 séjour balnéaire PHU QUOC JOUR 17 mardi 26/01 séjour balnéaire PHU QUOC JOUR 18 mercredi 27/01 séjour balnéaire PHU QUOC JOUR 19 jeudi 28/01 VOL PHU QUOC SAIGON JOUR 20 vendredi 29/01 départ SINGAPORE (SGN 13.25 SIN 16.25) JOUR 21 samedi 30/01 SINGAPORE JOUR 22 dimanche 31/01 départ PARIS (SIN 23.55 -CDG 06.40 + 1JOUR) JOUR 23 lundi 01/02 arrivée PARIS 06.40
Bonjour !Je souhaite avoir votre avis concernant ce projet de voyage. Pensez vous qu'il est réaliste dans les délais sur les différents sites ?Notre budget est de 1500 pour 2 (hors billets d'avion) Merci
Bonjour,
Pour les vols, j’aurais plutôt fait :
PARIS - HANOI
HANOI - SIEM REAP
SIEM REAP - SAIGON
SAIGON - PHU QUOC
PHU QUOC - SAIGON
SAIGON – PARIS
Pierre.
Pour les vols, j’aurais plutôt fait :
PARIS - HANOI
HANOI - SIEM REAP
SIEM REAP - SAIGON
SAIGON - PHU QUOC
PHU QUOC - SAIGON
SAIGON – PARIS
Pierre.
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Merci de ta réponse, mais nous avons déjà le billet par singapore airlines et un stop est programmé à singapore au retour. Nous devons donc faire un aller retour sud nord ...
VOYAGE VIETNAM JANVIER 2009
JOUR 0 samedi 09/01 TGV et nuit PARIS JOUR 1 dimanche 10/01 départ pour SINGAPORE (1569 euros) (CDG 11.15 – SIN 07.00 +1 JOUR) JOUR 2 lundi 11/01 arrivée SIEM REAP installation à l'hôtel (SIN 14.35 -REP15.45) JOUR 3 mardi 12/01 visite des temples ANGKOR VAT, THOM, PROM guidé ou vélo puis hôtel JOUR 4 mercredi 13/01 visite ANGKOR et départ en bus vers PHNOM PENH) installation Hôtel. JOUR 5 jeudi 14/01 Delta du Mekong en bateau PHNOM PENH –CHAU DOC (5h – 25 dollars) JOUR 6 vendredi 15/01 Bus CHAU DOC – SAIGON (durée 6h départ toutes les heures) hôtel JOUR 7 samedi 16/01 journée visite SAIGON et tunnels de Cu Chi (tour guidé) et hôtel JOUR 8 dimanche 17/01 VOL SAIGON PHU QUOC (60 euros) installation séjour balnéaire JOUR 9 lundi 18/01 PHU QUOC séjour balnéaire JOUR 10 mardi 19/01 VOL PHU QUOC SAIGON (60 euros) et soirée SAIGON (visite) JOUR 11 mercredi 20/01 VOL SAIGON – HANOI (107 euros) visite et hôtel JOUR 12 jeudi 21/01 acheminement vers BAIE D'ALONG + nuit sur jonque JOUR 13 vendredi 22/01 BAIE D'ALONG et retour vers HANOI le soir train de nuit pour SAPA (3 jours tour guidé avec nuit chez l'habitant 100 euros + ou -) JOUR 14 samedi 23/01 Trekking SAPA – GIANG TA CHAI pour la journée et nuit chez l'habitant JOUR 15 dimanche 24/01 Trekking LAO CAI douche hôtel puis retour train de nuit vers HANOI JOUR 16 lundi 25/01 Installation hôtel et visite de HANOI. Hôtel JOUR 17 mardi 26/01 vol HANOI - NHA TRANG (118 euros) JOUR 18 mercredi 27/01 séjour balnéaire NHA TRANG début séjour ou bus puis hôtel JOUR 19 jeudi 28/01 séjour balnéaire NHA TRANG JOUR 20 vendredi 29/01 vol retour NHA TRANG – SAIGON (99 euros) JOUR 21 samedi 30/01 Départ SINGAPORE (SGN 13.25 SIN 16.25) nuit hôtel JOUR 22 dimanche 31/01 visite SINGAPORE et départ PARIS en soirée (SIN 23.55 -CDG 06.40 + 1JOUR) JOUR 23 lundi 01/02 arrivée PARIS 06.40 J'ai modifié l'itinéraire en arrivant par angkor est ce que tout ceci est réalisable ?
JOUR 0 samedi 09/01 TGV et nuit PARIS JOUR 1 dimanche 10/01 départ pour SINGAPORE (1569 euros) (CDG 11.15 – SIN 07.00 +1 JOUR) JOUR 2 lundi 11/01 arrivée SIEM REAP installation à l'hôtel (SIN 14.35 -REP15.45) JOUR 3 mardi 12/01 visite des temples ANGKOR VAT, THOM, PROM guidé ou vélo puis hôtel JOUR 4 mercredi 13/01 visite ANGKOR et départ en bus vers PHNOM PENH) installation Hôtel. JOUR 5 jeudi 14/01 Delta du Mekong en bateau PHNOM PENH –CHAU DOC (5h – 25 dollars) JOUR 6 vendredi 15/01 Bus CHAU DOC – SAIGON (durée 6h départ toutes les heures) hôtel JOUR 7 samedi 16/01 journée visite SAIGON et tunnels de Cu Chi (tour guidé) et hôtel JOUR 8 dimanche 17/01 VOL SAIGON PHU QUOC (60 euros) installation séjour balnéaire JOUR 9 lundi 18/01 PHU QUOC séjour balnéaire JOUR 10 mardi 19/01 VOL PHU QUOC SAIGON (60 euros) et soirée SAIGON (visite) JOUR 11 mercredi 20/01 VOL SAIGON – HANOI (107 euros) visite et hôtel JOUR 12 jeudi 21/01 acheminement vers BAIE D'ALONG + nuit sur jonque JOUR 13 vendredi 22/01 BAIE D'ALONG et retour vers HANOI le soir train de nuit pour SAPA (3 jours tour guidé avec nuit chez l'habitant 100 euros + ou -) JOUR 14 samedi 23/01 Trekking SAPA – GIANG TA CHAI pour la journée et nuit chez l'habitant JOUR 15 dimanche 24/01 Trekking LAO CAI douche hôtel puis retour train de nuit vers HANOI JOUR 16 lundi 25/01 Installation hôtel et visite de HANOI. Hôtel JOUR 17 mardi 26/01 vol HANOI - NHA TRANG (118 euros) JOUR 18 mercredi 27/01 séjour balnéaire NHA TRANG début séjour ou bus puis hôtel JOUR 19 jeudi 28/01 séjour balnéaire NHA TRANG JOUR 20 vendredi 29/01 vol retour NHA TRANG – SAIGON (99 euros) JOUR 21 samedi 30/01 Départ SINGAPORE (SGN 13.25 SIN 16.25) nuit hôtel JOUR 22 dimanche 31/01 visite SINGAPORE et départ PARIS en soirée (SIN 23.55 -CDG 06.40 + 1JOUR) JOUR 23 lundi 01/02 arrivée PARIS 06.40 J'ai modifié l'itinéraire en arrivant par angkor est ce que tout ceci est réalisable ?
votre avis concernant ce projet de voyage
Non seulement très cher mais quel gaspillage🙂
Non seulement très cher mais quel gaspillage🙂
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;
Ha bon ???
Les tarifs indiqués sont pour deux, il me semblait avoir calculé ça au couteau par rapport à notre temps sur place.
Tu peux m'apporter des précisions et des conseils ?
Merci
Merci
Les tarifs indiqués sont pour deux
Dans ce cas, c'est bon🙂.
Il vaut mieux que vous terminez votre séjour à Phu Quôc, au lieu de perdre 3 jours pour 2 nuits et n'avoir qu'un jour entier sur place. Laissez tomber Nha Trang pour la période.
Dans ce cas, c'est bon🙂.
Il vaut mieux que vous terminez votre séjour à Phu Quôc, au lieu de perdre 3 jours pour 2 nuits et n'avoir qu'un jour entier sur place. Laissez tomber Nha Trang pour la période.
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;
Tu veux dire que la période n'est pas propice pour visiter Nha Trang ou c'est parce que nus n'y restons pas assez longtemps ?
Est ce que tu peux me dire si les délais pour les différents transports sont réalisables et si il est nécessaire à cette époque de l'année de réserver en amont les vols internes.
Merci
Merci
Tu veux dire que la période n'est pas propice pour visiter Nha Trang ou c'est parce que nus n'y restons pas assez longtemps ?
4 jours à Nha Trang pour un mois de Janvier, ce n'est pas idéal pour un séjour balnéaire, l'eau est fraiche et la mer agitée, avec une eau trouble. Soit vous aimez la mer, alors regroupez vos derniers jours pour Phu Quôc et vous pourriez dégager 3 jours pour les Haut Plateaux du Centre. De Dalat, vous prenez un vol pour Phu Quôc avec une petite escale à Tân Son Nhât. Ou sinon vous pourriez partir pour Con Dao puis Phu Quôc.
Est ce que tu peux me dire si les délais pour les différents transports sont réalisables et si il est nécessaire à cette époque de l'année de réserver en amont les vols internes.
Votre vol de Saigon à Hanoi a lieu un Lundi matin, jour d'affluence, donc plus cher et il faut réserver à l'avance. Sinon, ce serait un vol en milieu de journée, moins chère mais vous perdez pratiquement une journée.
Idem pour le vol inverse de Hanoi pour l'hypothétique Nha Trang qui a lieu un Dimanche.
4 jours à Nha Trang pour un mois de Janvier, ce n'est pas idéal pour un séjour balnéaire, l'eau est fraiche et la mer agitée, avec une eau trouble. Soit vous aimez la mer, alors regroupez vos derniers jours pour Phu Quôc et vous pourriez dégager 3 jours pour les Haut Plateaux du Centre. De Dalat, vous prenez un vol pour Phu Quôc avec une petite escale à Tân Son Nhât. Ou sinon vous pourriez partir pour Con Dao puis Phu Quôc.
Est ce que tu peux me dire si les délais pour les différents transports sont réalisables et si il est nécessaire à cette époque de l'année de réserver en amont les vols internes.
Votre vol de Saigon à Hanoi a lieu un Lundi matin, jour d'affluence, donc plus cher et il faut réserver à l'avance. Sinon, ce serait un vol en milieu de journée, moins chère mais vous perdez pratiquement une journée.
Idem pour le vol inverse de Hanoi pour l'hypothétique Nha Trang qui a lieu un Dimanche.
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;
Dernières questions.
Nous avons la possibilité d'arriver soit à SIEM REAP soit à SAIGON. En fonction de notre itinéraire quel est la meilleure arrivée possible concernant le timing, le budget etc. Sachant que le prix du billet est le même en arrivant dans l'un ou l'autre de ces aéroports. Nous économiserions sur le visa multiple et sur le timing (retour de SIEM REAP en arrivant à SAIGON)
Dernières questions.
Vous en êtes sûr?
Nous avons la possibilité d'arriver soit à SIEM REAP soit à SAIGON. En fonction de notre itinéraire quel est la meilleure arrivée possible concernant le timing, le budget etc. Sachant que le prix du billet est le même en arrivant dans l'un ou l'autre de ces aéroports. Nous économiserions sur le visa multiple et sur le timing (retour de SIEM REAP en arrivant à SAIGON)
Le mieux c'est d'arriver directement sur SiemReap, car les vols à partir du ViêtNam pour SiemReap sont très chers et vous allez économiser sur le visa multiple bien entendu.
Vous en êtes sûr?
Nous avons la possibilité d'arriver soit à SIEM REAP soit à SAIGON. En fonction de notre itinéraire quel est la meilleure arrivée possible concernant le timing, le budget etc. Sachant que le prix du billet est le même en arrivant dans l'un ou l'autre de ces aéroports. Nous économiserions sur le visa multiple et sur le timing (retour de SIEM REAP en arrivant à SAIGON)
Le mieux c'est d'arriver directement sur SiemReap, car les vols à partir du ViêtNam pour SiemReap sont très chers et vous allez économiser sur le visa multiple bien entendu.
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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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?
Thanks, and long live the Nam! !
- 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?
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
Bonjour,
En voyage en Thaïlande je suis à la recherche de jonc bouddhiste kumlai.
Quelqu’un saurait-il me guider pour en trouver?
À Bangkok j’ai visité quelques temple mais je n’en n’ai pas trouvé sur les magasins à proximité.
Si vous avez une idée je suis preneuse! Belle journée :-)
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!
Hi everyone,
Family of 4—2 adults and 2 kids (11 and 15) who are well-traveled. We’re planning a 15-day trip to Indonesia and would love your thoughts on our itinerary. We love discovering local culture, food (!!), seeing beautiful landscapes, and keeping an active pace. We’re not the type to lounge on the beach for 5 hours or spend ages by the pool when we’re halfway across the world. Also, we try to avoid places "ruined" by mass tourism (like Holbox in Mexico, which we loved 10 years ago but not at all on our last visit, or Phi Phi in Thailand, completely destroyed by mass tourism).
Special note: we love traveling by train :)
Here’s what we’ve planned so far:
**Day 1** Arrival in Jakarta, then domestic flight to Yogyakarta. Settle in Yogyakarta.
**Day 2** Borobudur in the morning, then exploring nearby villages.
**Day 3** Prambanan in the morning, followed by culinary discovery / market / local vibe in Yogyakarta.
**Day 4** Train to Jombang, then driver/bus to the Bromo area. Overnight stay.
**Day 5** Sunrise at Bromo, exploring the volcano and sea of sand. Relax in the afternoon.
**Day 6** Travel to eastern Java, then train, ferry, and road to reach Sidemen in Bali.
**Day 7** Sidemen
**Day 8** Sidemen
**Day 9** Sidemen
**Day 10** Transfer to Gili Air (car to the port + fast boat?)
**Day 11** Gili Air
**Day 12** Gili Air
**Day 13** Transfer to Ubud
**Day 14** Ubud
**Day 15** Return to Bali airport, flight to Jakarta, then international flight.
Does this itinerary seem coherent for a family? Does it feel too packed or well-balanced? Would you make any changes to certain stops, durations, or transfers?
Thanks so much for your tips and experiences!
Family of 4—2 adults and 2 kids (11 and 15) who are well-traveled. We’re planning a 15-day trip to Indonesia and would love your thoughts on our itinerary. We love discovering local culture, food (!!), seeing beautiful landscapes, and keeping an active pace. We’re not the type to lounge on the beach for 5 hours or spend ages by the pool when we’re halfway across the world. Also, we try to avoid places "ruined" by mass tourism (like Holbox in Mexico, which we loved 10 years ago but not at all on our last visit, or Phi Phi in Thailand, completely destroyed by mass tourism).
Special note: we love traveling by train :)
Here’s what we’ve planned so far:
**Day 1** Arrival in Jakarta, then domestic flight to Yogyakarta. Settle in Yogyakarta.
**Day 2** Borobudur in the morning, then exploring nearby villages.
**Day 3** Prambanan in the morning, followed by culinary discovery / market / local vibe in Yogyakarta.
**Day 4** Train to Jombang, then driver/bus to the Bromo area. Overnight stay.
**Day 5** Sunrise at Bromo, exploring the volcano and sea of sand. Relax in the afternoon.
**Day 6** Travel to eastern Java, then train, ferry, and road to reach Sidemen in Bali.
**Day 7** Sidemen
**Day 8** Sidemen
**Day 9** Sidemen
**Day 10** Transfer to Gili Air (car to the port + fast boat?)
**Day 11** Gili Air
**Day 12** Gili Air
**Day 13** Transfer to Ubud
**Day 14** Ubud
**Day 15** Return to Bali airport, flight to Jakarta, then international flight.
Does this itinerary seem coherent for a family? Does it feel too packed or well-balanced? Would you make any changes to certain stops, durations, or transfers?
Thanks so much for your tips and experiences!






