nous sommes a Luang Prabang et nous comptons aller a Hanoi par voie terrestre.
Nous voulons traverser les frontieres soit :
a Tay Trang pres de Dien Bien Phu
a Na Meo pres de Sam Neua
Nous n arrivons pas a avoir des infos fiables quant a l ouverture de ces postes frontieres pour les etrangers (nous avons deja le visa)
Est ce que qqu un a des infos fiables sur ces postes ? les a traverses recemment ?
D avance merci pour toutes les contributions car nous sommes un peu bloques
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,
j'allais justement poster la même question:
dommage quand même de faire un détour s'il y a possibilité de passer directement à Dien Bien Phu par Tay Trang !!!
A priori, à l'ambassade du laos, il m'avait répondu (il y a 2-3 semaines) que non...mais bon.
REMEDACT: REgarde...MEdite...Agis !
Photographie humaniste, sociale et écologiste.
Je suis désolé, pour toi, l'année dernière en gros, nous avons fait Saigon, Hué, Vientiane, Vang Vieng, Luang Prabang, après plusieurs renseignements au Vietnam, la frontière était ouverte sur Dien Bien Phu.
Comme d(habitude, Vietnamtourist, nous a menti (agence du gouvernement), moralité ayant un billet de retour Hanoi --Paris, pour éviter le trajet très diffiicile, il a fallu prendre l'avion.
La frontière est effectivement ouverte, mais pour les Laosiens et Vietnamiens : pas pour les étrangers.
A plus, si tu veux plus d'infos.
Lucky that we have a home/Our Home is Nha May Man/Passing rain and dry seasons/In a full-of-love atmosphere/Besides my new family/I have brothers and sisters/The sun shines over the skies/Let's stay here, with all of us,
Merci bcp pour vos reponses.
On a eu le meme son de cloche pour DIEN BIEN PHU. Donc on va tenter par NA MEO vers SAM NEUA. On vous dira dans qqs jours comment c'etait...
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Domi et Steph
voici une copie d'un mail envoyé par ma fille, il y a quelques jours
Françoise P
Subject: Sam nua, Laos, 2eme jour
Date: Tue, 04 Apr 2006 12:56:40 +
OriginalArrivalTime: 04 Apr 2006 12:56:45.
Bienvenu au Laos!
Je suis arrivée hier par une très belle route et un tout petit poste frontière. Finalement je suis retournée à Mai chau. J'ai passé la nuit chez une lycéenne rencontrée dans le bus. Elle m'a défendue contre le chauffeur de taxi escroc et m'a présentée à sa famille. J'adore les Tai du Vietnam, ce sont les gens les plus gentils du monde. Malgré tout, je n'ai pas épousé un de ses frères qu'elle était prête à m'offrir pour que je reste auprès d'elle. Le lendemain, j'ai entrepris d'aller a Nameo le poste frontière, à 120 kilomètres de la. C'était sans compter que l'endroit en question voit passer un vélo de temps en temps (surtout les Quebequois) et qu'en plus c'était dimanche. La maman m'a jetée par dessus son épaule à l'arrière de sa moto et nous voila parties. Mais au premier village, pas de bus; Mais au deuxième village, pas de bus, Mais au troisième village, pas de bus... jusqu'a nameo, 5 heures plus tard. C'est une route magnifique, dans les montagnes, au bord de cours d'eau où tournent des roues en bambou qui irriguent les rizières. A Nameo, j'ai appris que le bus de la journée était déjà parti, du coté Laotien. Heureusement il y avait dans ce village de quelques centaines d'habitants une mignonne petite auberge qui m'attendait. Je me suis baignée dans la rivière puis j'ai contemplé la préparation du repas. Un des hommes de la maison a preparé une salade de papaye verte avec une sauce a l'ail au gras de porc, avec du jus de citron et je ne sais plus quoi d'autre, tout ça au pilon, c'était impressionnant. Apres le repas, Le petit garçon et moi avons joué a découper des soucoupes volantes dans du papier et a les faire voler, puis je me suis fais offrir un café, autant dire du luxe, pas le douanier qui a entrepris de me conter la
corruption parmi ses confrères, ses envies de voyages (n’est ce pas ironique ?) sa rébellion envers ses parents. Il avait l'air triste que je m'en aille, mais je ne peux pas passer ma vie à la frontière quand même! Le lendemain, j'ai passé la frontière deux fois en une demi heure parce que j'avais oublié mon livre au Vietman et que c'était pas possible de laisser tomber mes personnages a 50 pages de la fin. De l'autre cote j'ai rencontre le premier voyageur avec qui je n'ai pas envie de voyager. Le douanier m'a appris mes premiers mots de laotien: sabaydi, bonjour et cupchay lalay merci beaucoup.
Hier nous avons passe la journée a Vieng xai ou le pathet Lao parti s'est caché alors que les Américains bombardaient le Laos. Il y a la, un réseau de caves aménagées.
Voila, il fait très chaud maintenant.
Hier je me suis rendue compte que ma méfiance envers les hommes m'avait abandonnée. Vive l'Asie!
Je vous embrasse
Bonjour a tous.
Finalement, suite aux assurances donnees par les agences de voyage de LUANG PRABANG qui avaient telephone a l'ambassade, nous avons decide de tenter la frontiere a DIEN BIEN PHU.
Eh ben non, ce n'est pas ouvert...
N'y allez pas et ne croyez pas les agences de voyage ni meme l'ambassade...
A bon entendeur...
En revanche NA MEO est ouverte.
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nous avons decide de tenter la frontiere a DIEN BIEN PHU.
Eh ben non, ce n'est pas ouvert...
Ouvert seulement pour les VietNamiens?
A bon entendeur...
En revanche NA MEO est ouverte.
En passant par Na Meo, c'est plus près pour se rendre directement à Hanoi, sinon cela permet de faire un boucle logique dans le Nord Est, en passant par Son La, Dien Bien, Lai Chau, Sa Pa et Lao Cai ...
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,
Je suis actuellement dans les préparatifs d'un tour du monde et je planche sur mon itinéraire.
J'envisageais de remonter le Laos puis de passer au Vietnam à partir de Luang Prabang et du Nord du pays (poste frontière de Na Meo). Problème je n'ai aucune info au sujet du passage et j'ai du mal à en trouver sur le forum.
Vu que tu vas passer par là est ce que tu pourras me donner des infos ? Formalités, transports, quels villages traverser entre Luang Prabang et la frontière, temps de voayge ? ....
Je te remercie d'avance et bon voyage
Nico
Rêver sa vie ? sans façon
Vivre ses rêves ? avec passion !
Finalement on n'st pas passe par Na Meo car on a tente Dien Bien Phu et vu que cela ne passait pas on a du se rabbatre sur l'avion.
Pour aller a Na Meo de Luang Prabang il faut aller a Sam Neua environ 12 heures de bus puis aller a la frontiere (encore 2 heures) puis de la fontiere a Hanoi 16 heures de bus.
C'est ce qu'on nous a dit a LP donc ca nous a un peu decourage.
le poste n'est pas ouvert internationalement mais il est ouvert aux Laotiens et vietnamiens> DBP etait pratique pour aller a Sapa et il y a meme des vols pour Hanoi a 48 dollars mais bon
C'est sur que ca fait vraiment un long trajet jusqu'à Hanoi.
Je vais voir s'il n'y a pas moyen de faire des stops : 1 entre Luang Prabang et Sam Neua et 1 entre la frontière et Hanoi histoire de couper un peu le trajet.
Sinon pour l'avion tu l'as pris d'où ? y'a t il des vols directs Luang Prabang - Hanoi ? Quelle compagnie prendre, j'ai entendu que la Lao Airline était vraiment pas top niveau sécurité.
Merci pour tes infos
Bon voyage
Nico
Rêver sa vie ? sans façon
Vivre ses rêves ? avec passion !
on a pris l avion Luang Prabang Vientiane avec LAO AIRLINES puis Vientiane Hanoi encore avec LAO.
La compagnie n a pas bonne presse mais bon a mon avis il n y a pas trop de pbs sur les vols internationaux. Il y a plus de pbs sur les vols interieurs.
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Nous atterrissons à KL on pense y reste 2 jours puis partir sur Bornéo et terminer par une ile pour snorkeling.
Pour ceux qui ont déjà fait quels sont vos incontournables?
on se disait peut être de consacrer 3 jours les derniers aux iles Perenthian, a moins que vous ayez uen ile à me conseiller proche de Bornéo,
Merci pour vos conseils et votre aide
I’d love to get some feedback on our itinerary—it’s probably pretty basic! This is our second trip to Asia and our first to Indonesia. We have three kids aged 20, 18, and 12. We land in Jakarta at 4 PM, spend 3 nights/2 days there, then take the train to Yogyakarta for 3 nights/2 days, followed by the train to Surabaya for 2 nights/1 day, then the train to Bromo for 1 day/1 night, a private driver to Ijen for 2 nights/2 days, then on to Bali (Ubud) for 4 nights/3 days, followed by Gili Air for 3 nights/2 days, Senggigi (Lombok) for 2 nights, and finally 5 nights in Kuta. I’m considering cutting the 2 nights in Senggigi to just keep Kuta and extend it to 7 nights. In Lombok, I’m not sure how to get around since I’m not comfortable with scooters... Your thoughts on all of this, and any advice, are more than welcome—don’t hesitate!
For those wondering why cities like Jakarta and Surabaya: we don’t often get the chance to visit big Asian cities, so we wanted to include that discovery in our trip. The trains between Jakarta and Yogyakarta, Surabaya and Probolinggo are booked. The return flight from Lombok to Jakarta is also set. Accommodations are booked but flexible (same for the trains).
Bonjour à tous,
pouvez vous me donner vos avis sur mon itinéraire de 3 semaines.
nous sommes un petit groupe (famille + amis) 12 personnes, nous envisageons de partir vers le 21 Janvier 2027.
voici mon itinéraire:
3 nuits Bangkok
4 nuits Chang Mai
3 nuits Koh Samui
3 nuits Koh Phangan
4 nuis Krabi
4 nuits Phuket
Si suis également preneur de tout vos bon plan....
Merci à tous, Alain.
Hi! I’m planning a 15-day trip to Malaysia. The idea is to visit KL for 2 or 3 days, then Borneo, and I’m wondering what to do with the rest of the time. I’d like to finish with the Perhentian Islands... What do you think? Any tips or advice would be great—I’d really appreciate it!
Hi everyone,
I’m looking for addresses for guesthouses or, even better, houseboats or rafting houses on the River Kwai, between Kanchanaburi and Sangkhlaburi, to spend a few weeks contemplating this beautiful river.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Premaria
Hi there,
we’re currently in Mai Chau and tomorrow we’re hitting the road back to Hanoi to head up toward Bac Ha and Sapa.
We haven’t really had a set plan since we arrived—we’ve already done the Halong Bay on land and by sea.
I’ve got 2 free days before heading to Bac Ha and Sapa.
Any tips?
Thanks, and looking forward to hearing from you.
Hi fellow travelers,
First trip to Vietnam.
We’ll be arriving in Ho Chi Minh City during Tet.
Is it complicated to find accommodation and get around during this period?
Any tips would be welcome.
Thanks for your replies.
Silly question—backpack or hard-shell suitcase for the Sepilok, Kinabatangan, Tioman, KL trip?
I’m struggling to fit all my son’s and my stuff into the 70L backpack... and I’m thinking a suitcase would be easier, but I’m not sure if it’ll work for getting around.
Hi there,
I didn’t plan to return to Thailand this year, but my health conditions mean it’ll be the best place for me to stay between two trips to India. The tourism setup there is so well-organized that it’s the most "comfortable" country for a short visit. Thailand feels too sanitized for my taste, and there’s too much religion, Buddha, and the King, but it’s still the best option given how my health has been evolving. I’d considered two weeks in ThaTon for hiking, but I got too sick from the burn-offs during my trips to the mountains around Chiang Rai. So I’m not sure where to go this year. Definitely not the sea, touristy spots, or the mountains with burn-offs...
Hello.
In 1996, we crossed Vietnam from Saigon to Hanoi by motorbike—Minsk bikes we bought in Saigon. I haven’t been back since, and it seems like a lot has changed.
- We’re heading to the south (well, the north and center) with the family in July-August (3 people).
- Is the road network more developed now? Back then, there was only National Route 1 from south to north. I’m thinking of renting a car this time (no motorbike with the family—though in ’96, they had a Jawa sidecar for sale, and we hesitated… maybe it’s for the best).
- Is Halong Bay really something to avoid because of overtourism? Even back then, it was pretty crowded. Is there a less touristy alternative?
- We’ll be traveling from Hanoi down to Danang (the only city we didn’t stop in back in ’96). Even though it’s a bit overhyped in a Chinese-tourist kind of way (from what I’ve read), we’re only going for the beach—pure relaxation for 7 days. The beaches are stunning, and I know the South China Sea is warm like coffee.
- Then, we’ll visit Hoi An, where I stopped in ’96. It was already popular with backpackers back then, but no glowing boats or all the touristy fuss!
- After that, Hue, where I have great memories—it’s a beautiful city.
- And also the nature around Ninh Binh, followed by 2-3 days in Hanoi.
That’s the plan. I’d love to hear any tips to avoid mass tourism, and if anyone’s done this before:
- Is it possible to rent a car in Danang and drop it off in Hanoi?
Hey everyone,
I’m over in East Borneo in mid-July.
I’m struggling to wrap up the end of my itinerary, even though it’s pretty straightforward (long but simple).
Last year, we did Malaysia (KL and the mainland + around Kuching).
Day 1 – Arrive in Kota Kinabalu early, stroll around town and hit the must-sees.
Day 2 – Excursion to Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, snorkeling at 3 islands.
Day 3 – Hike around Mount Kinabalu without summiting (450 per person, no way).
Day 4 – Poring Hot Springs + evening flight to Sandakan.
Day 5-6-7 – Kinabatangan River (still looking for the right guide).
Day 8 – Sepilok for the orangutans, the Sun Bear Centre, and Rainforest Discovery Centre.
Day 9 – Selingan, turtle island.
Day 10 – Head to Semporna.
Day 11-12-13-14 – Sipadan, Mabul, Kapalai.
Day 15 – Bohey Dulang.
Day 16 to Day 25: I’M STUCK.
I looked into Danum Valley, but for 3 days/2 nights, they’re quoting 650 € per person—come on, that’s ridiculous.
I checked out a detour into Indonesia (still East Borneo), but I’m having trouble deciding what would be amazing.
I read about Sangalaki + Kakaban (2 islands, 1 base) / Mahakam Delta - Kutai (orangutans and river) / Sungai Boh (Dayak Kayan) – jungle & culture.
But honestly, I’m struggling to finalize this itinerary.
If we venture that way, we’d head back to KK from Balikpapan.
For a 4-month stay in Egypt, I had ENORMOUS problems. The regulations are very bureaucratic and extremely nitpicky there. For a 4-month stay in the Philippines, I was wondering if the procedures are just as complicated? I’m bringing my cell phone with an eSIM. Should I choose a plan from Canada for use in the Philippines, or should I get a plan only once I arrive? After 30 days, do I renew with the Canadian provider I chose before leaving, or do I switch to a local company? Do I need to register my phone with the authorities in the Philippines? (That was the case in Egypt.) For the 3rd and 4th months, will it be just as simple—renewing with a Canadian or local provider—or should I expect problems?
Hello,
I’ll be in Malaysia with my wife, mainly in Langkawi and Penang for Christmas and New Year’s at the end of 2026.
If you’ve had the experience—and since I’ve read (though it’s not very clear) that these two islands get quite crowded during this period—would you recommend booking accommodation well in advance, or is it easy to find something on the spot?
Hotels or Airbnb?
Do you have any great tips for accommodation or any practical info to share?
We’ll be staying 5 to 7 days on each island.
Thanks in advance for your replies
Hi there. To make the most of Lake Toba, is it better to find accommodation on the lake’s shores (which one?) or on Samosir Island? Thanks for your tips!
Hi there,
We’re heading to Vietnam as a family on July 8th for a little over 3 weeks (north and center). We’ve only booked the first 3 nights in Hanoi, and nothing else after that. We like to decide things on the spot and go with the flow, without rushing everywhere. But I’m still a bit unsure: when heading down to the center (Hue), is it better to book the overnight trains in advance? We don’t want to take any flights while we’re there—just use the overnight train for the long trips. But I’m worried we won’t get seats if we buy the tickets on the spot, say, 2 days before. What do the experts here think? And which website can we use to book the tickets? Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hi everyone!
I’m heading back to Thailand in July 2026 with a stopover in Cambodia to visit the Angkor site.
After Angkor, I’ve booked a stay on Ko Chang island. Does anyone know if there are direct transport options from Cambodia to Ko Chang without having to go back through Bangkok? That would be amazing!!
I think there are, but I’d need more details!!
I went to Thailand in February 2025 and don’t remember having to apply for a visa—is that still the case now? And for Cambodia too?
Thanks so much!!!
Laurence from Bayonne
Hi,
After our trip to China, we want to spend a week in the Philippines for some beach time and snorkeling.
We're looking for the best spot to settle in—nice beaches, great marine life, and short transfer times.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Does anyone know of a private transfer or taxi company that organizes transfers from the Sukhothai area to Chiang Mai?
Our routes are Sukhothai-Lampang, Lampang-Chom Thong, and Chom Thong-Chiang Mai.
My searches on Google Maps, 12Go, and others haven’t turned up much...
For our Bangkok-Sukhothai trips, I use a company I’ve already tried, but they don’t have a fleet available from Sukhothai and have to go through third-party companies—which, understandably, take their commission. This nearly doubles the prices...
There are four of us, and we’re not traveling light, so a minibus isn’t an option. ;-)
Hello,
While traveling in Thailand, I’m looking for a Buddhist kumlai reed bracelet.
Does anyone know where I can find one?
In Bangkok, I visited a few temples but didn’t see any in the nearby shops.
If you have any ideas, I’d love to hear them! Have a great day! :-)
My trip’s coming up, and I’m having a bit of trouble with three bus/minivan routes. Usually, I find everything at this time of year, but this time—yikes!
Sandakan → Sepilok:
No app for this one—you just hop on bus #14 at the local terminal (pay cash on board). But where do I catch it, and where’s the stop??
Sandakan → Semporna:
From what I’ve heard, it’s the Sida Express company (great name, right? 😄).
Can’t book online, but apparently, you *have* to because there’s only one bus at 8 AM.
Where do I board, and where does it drop me off?
Semporna → Tawau:
Found this via AI—is it legit?
No online booking, as far as I can tell.
Minivans leave from a stop in the Jalan Hospital area, near the Milimewa supermarket, supposedly????
And when you arrive, does it drop you at **Sabindo Square** in Tawau?????
Hi there,
we’ll be in Mai Chau in June and we’re thinking of heading to Sapa, but first spending a few days in Bac Ha to do some hiking and explore the area.
Is this a good idea for those who’ve been there?
How do you get there?
Thanks for your feedback.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hi there,
I’m planning an itinerary and would love some feedback on whether it’s doable and if the number of days per destination is enough—or too much. I was also debating whether to add an extra night on an island or spend an extra night in Kampot to visit Kep or Battambang.
March 23: Arrival in Phnom Penh in the morning
March 24: Phnom Penh
March 25: Phnom Penh
March 26: Depart for Kampot
March 27: Kampot
March 28: Depart for Battambang
March 29: Battambang
March 30: Tonlé SAP to Siem Reap
March 31: Siem Reap
April 1: Siem Reap
April 2: Siem Reap
April 3: Siem Reap
April 4: Siem Reap
April 5: Departure
Hi there,
Yesterday in the Thailand section, 100% of the new threads were just about beach destinations 😕...
So here’s the counterattack in the form of this photo thread, dedicated solely to the countryside: the locals, their livestock, fields, farms, rice paddies, small rivers, and agricultural machinery. If you’ve got any pictures that fit these categories, feel free to add them!
Comments welcome.
For each photo, I’ll (or you can) indicate the area where it was taken.
Hope you're all doing well! It's been a while since I last traveled, but I'm finally heading out again soon!
For those familiar with SOUTHEAST ASIA, I'm planning to leave in mid-June (with the trip ending at the latest in November), and I don’t have a precise idea of exact places or itineraries yet. The thing is, this period is usually the rainy season...
Any advice? I was thinking of Malaysia or Indonesia, like Sulawesi, for example (all countries and islands in Southeast Asia interest me except Bali).
Any recommendations? I’m doing my research online, but if anyone here has the time and knowledge, I’d love to hear from you.
My partner and I are planning a trip to Indonesia in September-October 2026. It’ll be our first time in Asia, and we’re thinking of hitting the classic spots in East Java and Bali, then wrapping up with a cruise around Komodo for some snorkeling/diving. Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary—I’m wondering if it’s doable.
20/09: Flight from Jakarta to Yogyakarta, arrive around noon, afternoon/evening and overnight in Yogyakarta.
21/09: Borobudur
22/09: Prambanan
23/09: Travel to Bromo (Cemoro Lawang)
24/09: Bromo
25/09: Kawa Ijen
26/09: Travel to Bali, overnight in Pemuteran
27/09: Excursion to Pulau Melujan, overnight in Pemuteran
28/09: Travel to Munduk, overnight in Munduk
29/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk
30/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk
01/10: Route to Ubud (via Pura Ulu Danau Bratan, Jatiluwih?), overnight in Ubud
02/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud
03/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud
04/10: Travel to Denpasar, flight to Labuan Bajo, overnight in Labuan Bajo
05/10: Komodo cruise
06/10: Komodo cruise
07/10: Komodo cruise, flight to Denpasar in the late afternoon/evening or overnight in Labuan Bajo.
08/10: Flight to Denpasar (if not taken the day before), afternoon in Jimbaran, overnight near Denpasar
09/10: 10:00 AM flight Denpasar - SIN, overnight in Singapore
10/10: Flight SIN-YQB
Hi everyone,
My girlfriend and I booked our tickets with Saudia Airlines for a trip to Thailand this summer, from July 5th to August 3rd. Given the geopolitical situation in the Middle East, we’re keeping a close eye on the news.
I was wondering if anyone here is in the same situation as us?
• Have you heard anything about possible mass cancellations or if the airline is still maintaining its routes to Asia?
• Are there any travelers who’ve recently returned who could tell us if air corridors have been changed (longer flight times)?
The idea is to know what to expect so we can prepare as best as possible. Thanks for your replies! !
