Périple dans le nord du Laos en 8 jours
by Moah1012
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
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Bonjour les voyageurs !
Nous avons abandonné l'idée d'aller au sud de la Birmanie (îles Mergui) pour nous consacrer au nord du Laos.
Je serai intéressé pour avoir des informations sur un éventuel périple de 8 jours après 3 jours à Luang Prabang puis 3 jours à vivre "The Gibbon Expérience" et depuis ce site quelles pourraient être les destinations possibles et les moyens de transport pour découvrir la partie nord du Laos avant de rejoindre Luang Prabang après 8 jours de balade...
Nous commençons le 21/12 pour repartir le 01/01/18 pour la Thaïland.
Merci de vos informations
Cordialement
Moah1012
Moah1012
Bonjour,
J'étais au Laos en Janvier/Février 2017 et je suis arrivée de la Thaïlande à Huay Xai, pas loin il me semble du site de Gibbon Experience ? Pour ma part, je suis allée à Luang Namtha (4h30 de trajet environ) puis à Muang Sing, près de la frontière chinoise. De Muang Sing j'ai rejoint Niong Khiaw en passant par Oudomxay (1 nuit) et de Niong Khiaw à Muang Ngoi. Regardez bien le temps de transport car vous êtes limités en jours. Tout dépend de combien de temps vous voulez passer dans chaque endroit. Il y a de belles balades à faire partout, à pied, en vélo, en moto ....
Si vous voulez d'autres infos, n'hésitez pas. Je voyage seule, j'ai le même âge que vous et je me suis régalée au Laos et n'ai rencontré aucune difficulté.
Bonne préparation.
Evegard
Bonjour Evegard et merci de ces infos...
Je me plonge dans le guide Lonely Planet ma montre à la main...
Bonne journée
Moah1012
Moah1012
Bonjour Evegard,
Pouvez vous m'indiquer avec quel mode de transport vous êtes allée à Muang Ngoi? et combien de temps avez vous consacré à cette étape? Quel est votre ressenti?
Je serai à Luang Namtha et aimerais y faire un petit saut, mais étais un peu découragée en lisant la difficulté et le temps pour y accéder par transports en commun. L'autre difficulté est que j'aimerais si possible rejoindre ensuite Luang Prabang.
Merci à vous :)
Flore

Rebonjour,
Je suis allée à Muang Ngoi par bateau (pirogue) à partir de Niong Khiaw. Le voyage dure une heure environ et les paysages sont superbes. J'y suis restée 4 jours. Balades à pied pour rejoindre d'autres villages et une belle sortie à plusieurs en pirogue vers un village de tisserands et un village Kmu où nous avons été très bien accueillis, et avons été invités à assister à la remise de cahiers et sytlos pour les enfants du village par des moines. Un super moment !
J'ai beaucoup apprécié ce village et y retournerai volontiers, comme à Niong Khiaw.
Bonne continuation
EveGardBonsoir Evelyne
Je projette d'aller une fois de plus au Laos , mais cette fois ci uniquement au Nord pour 3 semaines . J'hésite sur la période idéale pour y aller . Votre retour question météo en Janvier/Février dans cette partie du Laos. Froid, pluie etc... Merci d'avance Eric
Je projette d'aller une fois de plus au Laos , mais cette fois ci uniquement au Nord pour 3 semaines . J'hésite sur la période idéale pour y aller . Votre retour question météo en Janvier/Février dans cette partie du Laos. Froid, pluie etc... Merci d'avance Eric
HENON Eric
Bonjour,
Météo super en Janvier/Février en ce qui me concerne. Frais le matin de bonne heure et le soir (un léger blouson est suffisant) et dans la journée température très agréable (de 25 à 30°) et il y a toujours eu du soleil. Pas un jour de pluie, sauf dans le nord de la Thaïlande (Chiang Rai) avant de traverser la frontière à Chiang Khong. Je pense que la meilleure période pour le Laos s'étale de Novembre à Mars/Avril. Les guides (Routard ou Lonely) sont fiables par rapport au climat.
Bonne préparation et si vous voulez des infos n'hésitez pas. Par contre si vous avez des infos à communique sur le sud du Laos je suis intéressée car j'aimerai y aller l'année prochaine.
Evelyne
Bonjour,
Voici un lien sur le présent site, avec notamment Muang Ngoi, Nong Kiaw et Luang Prabang, dont des photos qui vous donneront une idée précise : https://voyageforum.com/discussion/recit-voyage-nord-laos-chiang-mai-bangkok-d6672917/
Voici un lien sur le présent site, avec notamment Muang Ngoi, Nong Kiaw et Luang Prabang, dont des photos qui vous donneront une idée précise : https://voyageforum.com/discussion/recit-voyage-nord-laos-chiang-mai-bangkok-d6672917/
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Bonsoir Evelyne
Merci pour cette information sur le climat . Jusqu'ici il m'avait toujours été déconseillé Janvier classé trop froid , un peu comme le nord VN . Par contre Mars est recommandé souvent LP compris quant au Routard il est trop généraliste à mon gout . J'ai pris note de votre ressenti et de votre conseil de petit Pull le matin et soir.
Je suis parti 3 fois en Janvier mais pas plus haut que Luang Prabang , et redescente vers le Sud une fois avec un long séjour sur le plateau des Bolovens . Je reste à votre disposition pour nous échanger nos expériences sans détourner ce topic de son objet
Encore Merci et bonne soirée
Eric
Merci pour cette information sur le climat . Jusqu'ici il m'avait toujours été déconseillé Janvier classé trop froid , un peu comme le nord VN . Par contre Mars est recommandé souvent LP compris quant au Routard il est trop généraliste à mon gout . J'ai pris note de votre ressenti et de votre conseil de petit Pull le matin et soir.
Je suis parti 3 fois en Janvier mais pas plus haut que Luang Prabang , et redescente vers le Sud une fois avec un long séjour sur le plateau des Bolovens . Je reste à votre disposition pour nous échanger nos expériences sans détourner ce topic de son objet
Encore Merci et bonne soirée
Eric
HENON Eric
Nous avons traversé le Laos du sud vers le nord en janvier 2017. Nous avons particulièrement apprécié Nong Khiaw et Muang Ngoy qui restent nos véritables coups de coeur de ce voyage. Nong Khiaw s'atteint très facilement en une demi journée depuis Luang Prabang et ensuite le bateau mène à Muang Ngoy. Le climat était très agréable et l'ambiance vraiment sympathique. Vous pouvez consulter notre carnet de voyages, en cours de rédaction, pour avoir quelques compléments
photos de voyages et de randonnées: http://mjpgouret.free.fr
itinérances: http://tinetpedro.blogspot.fr/
Bonjour,
Depuis l'extrême ouest de la province de Bokeo, vous pourrez sans difficulté - comme indiqué précédemment par EveGard - vous déplacer plus vers l'est en visant les capitales provinciales qui sont très bien desservies par les bus publics. Sur certaines lignes, il existe plusieurs départs de bus, matin et après-midi. Je vous recommande d'être à la gare routière au minimum une heure à une heure et demi avant l'heure du départ, pour l'achat des tickets de bus, et une fois les tickets en poche, d'aller vous installer sur un siège, pour être sûr...de partir.
Il existe parfois des opportunités à saisir, d'effectuer partie ou totalité d'un trajet, en minivan, et sans coût excessif (vs bus public), pour peu que ce jour là, le minivan soit rempli de passagers (locaux et/ou touristes) ayant manifesté le même intérêt pour la destination cible. Exemple : LNT vers Oudomxay, ou même LNT vers LP.
En minivan toutefois, selon le style de conduite du chauffeur, le risque est plus élevé de tomber malade à cause de la sinuosité du parcours.
Pour compléter à propos du climat et répondre du même coup à Henon21, le guide LP et la carte Gecko Map édition 2013 (1/750 000) donnent des graphes superposant les moy. mensuelles de précipitations et de températures pour LP, mais pas pour des localités situées plus au nord.
Voici donc qq repères qui pourraient vous aider à y voir plus clair : altitude : LP (350m), Phongsaly (1500m), Ou Tay (700m), Ou Neua (900m), moy du mois le plus chaud : LP (28,9°C), Phongsaly (21,7), Ou Tay (27), Ou Neua (26,2) moy du mois le plus froid : LP (20,5°C), Phongsaly (14,1), Ou Tay (15), Ou Neua (15,8) amplitude : LP (8,4°), Phongsaly (7,6°), Ou Tay (12°), Ou Neua (10,4°).
A Phongsaly, chaque année, des températures proches de 0 sont enregistrées, plus rarement, des températures négatives pouvant descendre jusqu'à -5°C.
C'est la latitude et l'altitude conjuguées qui expliquent que dans les provinces les plus septentrionales, les mois les plus froids soient janvier et février. Les moy. mensuelles de températures remontent significativement dans tout le Laos à partir de février, sauf au Nord Laos.
Si je m'appuie sur mon expérience, ce n'est qu'à partir de mars (et encore), que je me sens bien dans la région de LNT et de Phongsaly. J'y ai eu froid la nuit d'un mois de mars, à ne pas pouvoir dormir correctement, même avec une couverture. Il faut donc prévoir un vêtement chaud pour vos matins frais, et qui pourra s'avérer utile aussi à votre sommeil.
Autre données intéressantes à savoir : le gradient vertical de température : selon qu'on se trouve à Boun Neua ou à Phongsaly, le gradient est compris entre - 0,15°C/100 m et -0,41°C/100 m, selon la saison.
Sources : . Deux systèmes agraires de la province de Phongsaly - Deux systèmes agraires contrastés d'une province montagneuse isolée du Nord-Laos. Jean-Richard LAFFORT et Roselyne JOUANNEAU. Comité de Coopération avec le Laos. 1998. . Monographie de deux provinces septentrionales du Laos : Phong Saly et Houa Khong. Luc LACROZE. Les Cahiers de Péninsule n°1. Ed. Olizane. 1994.
Personnellement, je n'irais pas au Nord-Laos en janvier, février et mars. J'attendrais avril, quitte à être un peu plus arrosé, mais finalement, à peine plus (40 à 50 mm enregistrés en moy. mensuelle en mars comme en avril dans la localité de Phongsaly).
Bonne préparation.
Depuis l'extrême ouest de la province de Bokeo, vous pourrez sans difficulté - comme indiqué précédemment par EveGard - vous déplacer plus vers l'est en visant les capitales provinciales qui sont très bien desservies par les bus publics. Sur certaines lignes, il existe plusieurs départs de bus, matin et après-midi. Je vous recommande d'être à la gare routière au minimum une heure à une heure et demi avant l'heure du départ, pour l'achat des tickets de bus, et une fois les tickets en poche, d'aller vous installer sur un siège, pour être sûr...de partir.
Il existe parfois des opportunités à saisir, d'effectuer partie ou totalité d'un trajet, en minivan, et sans coût excessif (vs bus public), pour peu que ce jour là, le minivan soit rempli de passagers (locaux et/ou touristes) ayant manifesté le même intérêt pour la destination cible. Exemple : LNT vers Oudomxay, ou même LNT vers LP.
En minivan toutefois, selon le style de conduite du chauffeur, le risque est plus élevé de tomber malade à cause de la sinuosité du parcours.
Pour compléter à propos du climat et répondre du même coup à Henon21, le guide LP et la carte Gecko Map édition 2013 (1/750 000) donnent des graphes superposant les moy. mensuelles de précipitations et de températures pour LP, mais pas pour des localités situées plus au nord.
Voici donc qq repères qui pourraient vous aider à y voir plus clair : altitude : LP (350m), Phongsaly (1500m), Ou Tay (700m), Ou Neua (900m), moy du mois le plus chaud : LP (28,9°C), Phongsaly (21,7), Ou Tay (27), Ou Neua (26,2) moy du mois le plus froid : LP (20,5°C), Phongsaly (14,1), Ou Tay (15), Ou Neua (15,8) amplitude : LP (8,4°), Phongsaly (7,6°), Ou Tay (12°), Ou Neua (10,4°).
A Phongsaly, chaque année, des températures proches de 0 sont enregistrées, plus rarement, des températures négatives pouvant descendre jusqu'à -5°C.
C'est la latitude et l'altitude conjuguées qui expliquent que dans les provinces les plus septentrionales, les mois les plus froids soient janvier et février. Les moy. mensuelles de températures remontent significativement dans tout le Laos à partir de février, sauf au Nord Laos.
Si je m'appuie sur mon expérience, ce n'est qu'à partir de mars (et encore), que je me sens bien dans la région de LNT et de Phongsaly. J'y ai eu froid la nuit d'un mois de mars, à ne pas pouvoir dormir correctement, même avec une couverture. Il faut donc prévoir un vêtement chaud pour vos matins frais, et qui pourra s'avérer utile aussi à votre sommeil.
Autre données intéressantes à savoir : le gradient vertical de température : selon qu'on se trouve à Boun Neua ou à Phongsaly, le gradient est compris entre - 0,15°C/100 m et -0,41°C/100 m, selon la saison.
Sources : . Deux systèmes agraires de la province de Phongsaly - Deux systèmes agraires contrastés d'une province montagneuse isolée du Nord-Laos. Jean-Richard LAFFORT et Roselyne JOUANNEAU. Comité de Coopération avec le Laos. 1998. . Monographie de deux provinces septentrionales du Laos : Phong Saly et Houa Khong. Luc LACROZE. Les Cahiers de Péninsule n°1. Ed. Olizane. 1994.
Personnellement, je n'irais pas au Nord-Laos en janvier, février et mars. J'attendrais avril, quitte à être un peu plus arrosé, mais finalement, à peine plus (40 à 50 mm enregistrés en moy. mensuelle en mars comme en avril dans la localité de Phongsaly).
Bonne préparation.
Bonsoir Marie
Merci pour cette précision cela me rassure de pouvoir voyager en début d'année . On me conseillait surtout Mars . Eric
Merci pour cette précision cela me rassure de pouvoir voyager en début d'année . On me conseillait surtout Mars . Eric
HENON Eric
Bonsoir
Merci pour ces informations précises ; Même si la météo est imprévisible d'une année sur l'autre , cela me conforte d'attendre Mars pour minimiser , si possible, les risques d'avoir froid. Nous avons des voyageurs qui ont eu la chance d'avoir beau temps en Janvier/Février avec juste un peu de fraîcheur la matin et le soir . Bonne journée Eric
Merci pour ces informations précises ; Même si la météo est imprévisible d'une année sur l'autre , cela me conforte d'attendre Mars pour minimiser , si possible, les risques d'avoir froid. Nous avons des voyageurs qui ont eu la chance d'avoir beau temps en Janvier/Février avec juste un peu de fraîcheur la matin et le soir . Bonne journée Eric
HENON Eric
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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!





