on vient de se faire en couple la semaine du nouvel an chinois en Malaisie.
Genial.
Ca a donne:
Kuala Lumpur: 1 jour, 2 nuits
Malaka, 2 jours, 1 nuit
Penang: 1 jour, 2 nuits
Langkawi: 3 jours, 2 nuits
On a pris des cars, des bus, des taxis, la voiture d'1 copine et Airasia.
On a dormi dans des guesthouses, des hotels chinois et des grands hotels de reve
On a mange dans des restos indiens, des stands de coin de rue et des hotels de reve...
On a nage ds des piscines, ds la mer.
Pis voila.
Je repondrai volontiers a vos questions sachant que ce forum m'a grave aide a organiser ce ptit voyage...
salut, moi aussi je pars pour 2 semaines en malaisie, je décolle jeudi soir, je ne sais pas encore ce qu'on va faire comme parcours, j'y suis déjà allé, mais il y a déjà 8 ans ! je pense que ça a changé, j'aurais plein de questions à te poser, on envisage 2 jours à KL en arrivant, et ensuite, j'avais prévu d'aller voir un ami à singapour, mais comme je veux aussi me poser quelques jours à langkawi, je ne sais pas si je vais avoir le temps de descendre puis de remonter.
comment est-ce langkawi (les plages, ???, les hotels, j'ai trouvé des resorts sympas sur le net, en effet, je pars avec mon fils de 4 ans), le temps ? as-tu fait kl-langkawi en bus ou en avion, combien de temps et quel est le coût ?...enfin bref, toutes les infos qui peuvent me permettre de gagner du temps dans mes recherches sur place seront les bienvenues. merci beaucoup et à +.
nous partons comme toi en malaisie du 17 eu 25 fevrier avec notre fils de 5 ans.
Nous avons réservé un hotel (crowne plaza) 2 nuits à KL et la derniere nuit a penangf (holiday inn) via NF sinon nous avons pris une loc de voiture. tes conseils seraient les biens venus
Hello.
bon, tu pars ce soir, je sais pas si tu pourras lire ca.
Langkawi. Mouais, c'etait sympa. on etait au awana porto malai et y'a pas de plage donc on s'est promene.
Les plages: on a fait pantai cenang: c la ou il y avait le plus de monde. enfin, meme pour une semaine de vacances nationale, y'avait pas foule. de toute facon, la journee, y'a que les etrangers. les locaux debarquent vers 17h quand le soleil se couche. la plage etait pas super propre, le sable bien blanc et fin quand meme. l'ideal, c'est de marcher vers le nord. la, a partir du resort allemand, ca devient tranquille. moult possibilites de location de jetskis et autres activites nautiques, sorties en mer, etc... pantai tengah: la plage au sud de cenang, quasi-vide. super propre. enfin, y'avait des ptits trucs qui piquaient ds l'eau, des mini-algues ou je sais pas quoi. supportable. tenjang rhu: alors la, vue de reve, sable blanc et fin, idem que les autres de toute facon. vraiment vraiment calme. faire un tour ds le resort qui est magnifique. tu peux aussi faire un tour des mangroves a partir de la-bas. faut negocier bien sur. moi, je suis mauvais dc je pense que 180 RM pour 2h (le bateau pour nous 2), c'est encore un peu cher... seul inconvenient he he, a maree basse, l'eau qui reflue des mangroves a tendance a deposer un peu de vase dans l'eau, donc c'est pas eau turquoise comme ds les pubs NF... :)
les hotels: on m'a recommande BonTon, endroit design, etc... voir leur site. c'etait plein, et de toute facon trop cher pour moi a cette periode.
le tanjung rhu resort nous a impressionnes, franchement. mais c'est bien bien isole, donc prevoir soit de manger ds leurs 3 restos en bord de plage, soit de faire du taxi (30 RM pour traverser l'ile) pour voir autre chose. je crois que c'est assez cher aussi, genre 100 euros la nuit. en tout cas, ca faisait tres classe, mais familles aussi. ils ont foison d'activites.
on a aussi mange au pelangi, pareil, sympa. des tables en bord de plage.
le temps: de reve. 30 degres tout le temps. attention aux coups de soleil. quelques nuages par moment...
on etait pas trop motive par le shopping ni les attractions touristiques (cable-car, aquarium, ferme aux poissons, etc...) donc j'ai pas d'avis dessus. on est juste montes en taxi au gudung raya, la montagne au milieu. y'avait que 3 voitures au sommet. la vue est sympa tout au long de la montee, et un peu incomplete en haut.
pour aller a Langkawi, on a pris le ferry depuis Penang (reserver la veille) a 9h du mat'. 3h de ferry.
et on est rentres en avion a KL, par airasia.com. c'etait periode de pointe, vacances, etc... donc on s'en est tires a 50 euros chacun. ca reste honnete, mais vous devriez avoir 2 ou 3 fois moins cher. tres bonne airline.
le bus, on l'a seulement pris pour Malacca, c'est 2h30 de trajet depuis KL. la compagnie Transnacional est recommandee par rapport aux autres compagnies privees, et c clair que leurs bus etaient plus confortables.
Bref, tout ca, c'est du pratique. c bien utile quand meme. mais une fois que tout est bien cale, n'oubliez pas de savourer ce voyage. super pays, population tres accueillante.
je connais pas le crowne plaza a KL. on a passe une nuit au bangi equatorial a mi-chemin aeroport-ville. sur une colline au bord d'un golf. genial! petit dej de reve. 50 euros la chambre.
et une nuit au mandarin oriental, a cote des twin towers. tous les malais nous ont dit que c'etait le plus bel hotel de KL, il a eu tous les awards du monde. :) 100 euros la nuit.
on a zappe chinatown. la place centrale de KL, medara je crois, etait tres charmante en debut de soiree. apres, on est remontes a pied depuis cette place dans little india, y'avait un marche de nuit avec pas mal de monde.
on a donc tres peu vu de KL, mais bonne impression!
Penang. alors la-bas, a Georgetown, y'a une maison fantastique: la maison bleue. www.changfatttze.com je crois, a verifier, que tu peux visiter a 11h et 15h. tu peux aussi y loger, c'est proche du ferry. c'est 50 euros la nuit, souvent plein quand meme.
mais le holliday inn est sur la plage batu ferrighi je crois ou un peu plus loin. on est passes devant. on est alles a une plage 500m plus loin que cet hotel, c'etait tres bien, a part le gars qui louchait sur notre sac dc on s'est baignes a tour de role. enfin, c'est le seul endroit ou ca nous est arrive. ambiance tres sure sinon partout en malaisie.
On a passe une journee a Penang. une amie locale nous a emmene voir 1 temple chinois (Khoo Kongsi), puis le jardin botanique, tres chouette, tres jungle amenagee avec pelouses et qqs singes. a flanc de colline.
elle nous a aussi emmenes a un complexe bouddhique en soiree, en haut sur la montagne. un truc immense, tout illumine. impressionnant.
pour manger, faut essayer les stands de rue a mi-chemin entre les 2 tours de Georgetown: Komtar et Sunway hotel. la bouffe est clean, c'est vraiment couleur locale. essayer les fruits exotiques a tous les stands dans la ville!
pendant la semaine, on a carbure au "lime juice", c'est delicieux.
ah oui, et le "roti bom" au petit dej ou en fin de soiree... hmmm...
pour la loc de voiture, j'ai pas d'avis, j'ai pas conduit. j'ai trouve leur conduite tres correcte. enfin, tout est relatif. peut-etre qu'ils se suivent d'un peu pres des fois...
en tout cas, bon courage pour finir de preparer le voyage. ca vaut le coup de bien cadrer avant, apres, tout coule sans probleme sur place, les gens sont accueillants, renseignent avec plaisir, et tout le monde ou presque parle anglais.
une semaine de sourires!
Nous sommes revenu fin janvier de 15 jours, Singapour, Langkawi, Penang.
Langkawi 90RM/j la voiture, et 120 à Penang. (Langkawi est détaxé). Nous avons l'habitude de rouler à gauche, la circulation est très quiet, enfin il ya beaucoup de monde, leur niveau de vie va dépasser le notre bientôt.. La conduite est sans doute la plus aisée que j'ai pu connaitre jusqu'à présent p/r à la Thaillande, Indonésie, et le Vietnam (en mob). Les infrastructures routières sont d'excellente qualité. Si vous voulez vous rafraichir un peu, il fait très chaud, à Langkawi prenez le "cabin car" c'est cheap, très moderne et à son sommet vous avez un point de vue magnifique, si vous n'avez pas le vertige vous pourrez essayer de traverser la passerelle, c'est impressionnant mais peu s'y risque. De même à Penang vous prenez le funiculaire, près de George Town, "plus vieillot" pour monter à Penang Hill, vous perdez quelques degrés et vous pourrez peut être assister à une cérémonie indou à son sommet.
Quelques coup de coeur, vers Ferringhi, the fruits farm, très sympa, la dégustation et les jus, un ravissement mais sous un cagnard!
Nous n'avons pu résister à séjourner une nuit à l'E & O, Eastern & Oriental de Penang Hotel genre raffles de Singapour mais en plus abordable. a Langkawi allez rejoindre le restaurant Thai au milieu de la mangrove, pas pour le resto, mais pour le cheminement d'1km sur une passerelle ombragée au milieu de cet environnement, c'est impressionnant.
N'allez surtout pas au "birds zoo", c'est une horreur, mais que voulez vous je n'ai pu résister à traverser le pont le plus long d'asie pour gouter à la péninsule!
KL la métropole, Langkawi la costa ... et Penang la perle de l'Orient, dépêchez vous les maisons colonniales commencent à disparaitre, ce n'est pas leur goût, au profit d'une architecture certe colorée..
Bon voyage...
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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.
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.
Silly question—backpack or hard-shell suitcase for the Sepilok, Kinabatangan, Tioman, KL trip?
I’m struggling to fit all my son’s and my stuff into the 70L backpack... and I’m thinking a suitcase would be easier, but I’m not sure if it’ll work for getting around.
Hi there,
I didn’t plan to return to Thailand this year, but my health conditions mean it’ll be the best place for me to stay between two trips to India. The tourism setup there is so well-organized that it’s the most "comfortable" country for a short visit. Thailand feels too sanitized for my taste, and there’s too much religion, Buddha, and the King, but it’s still the best option given how my health has been evolving. I’d considered two weeks in ThaTon for hiking, but I got too sick from the burn-offs during my trips to the mountains around Chiang Rai. So I’m not sure where to go this year. Definitely not the sea, touristy spots, or the mountains with burn-offs...
Hello.
In 1996, we crossed Vietnam from Saigon to Hanoi by motorbike—Minsk bikes we bought in Saigon. I haven’t been back since, and it seems like a lot has changed.
- We’re heading to the south (well, the north and center) with the family in July-August (3 people).
- Is the road network more developed now? Back then, there was only National Route 1 from south to north. I’m thinking of renting a car this time (no motorbike with the family—though in ’96, they had a Jawa sidecar for sale, and we hesitated… maybe it’s for the best).
- Is Halong Bay really something to avoid because of overtourism? Even back then, it was pretty crowded. Is there a less touristy alternative?
- We’ll be traveling from Hanoi down to Danang (the only city we didn’t stop in back in ’96). Even though it’s a bit overhyped in a Chinese-tourist kind of way (from what I’ve read), we’re only going for the beach—pure relaxation for 7 days. The beaches are stunning, and I know the South China Sea is warm like coffee.
- Then, we’ll visit Hoi An, where I stopped in ’96. It was already popular with backpackers back then, but no glowing boats or all the touristy fuss!
- After that, Hue, where I have great memories—it’s a beautiful city.
- And also the nature around Ninh Binh, followed by 2-3 days in Hanoi.
That’s the plan. I’d love to hear any tips to avoid mass tourism, and if anyone’s done this before:
- Is it possible to rent a car in Danang and drop it off in Hanoi?
Hey everyone,
I’m over in East Borneo in mid-July.
I’m struggling to wrap up the end of my itinerary, even though it’s pretty straightforward (long but simple).
Last year, we did Malaysia (KL and the mainland + around Kuching).
Day 1 – Arrive in Kota Kinabalu early, stroll around town and hit the must-sees.
Day 2 – Excursion to Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, snorkeling at 3 islands.
Day 3 – Hike around Mount Kinabalu without summiting (450 per person, no way).
Day 4 – Poring Hot Springs + evening flight to Sandakan.
Day 5-6-7 – Kinabatangan River (still looking for the right guide).
Day 8 – Sepilok for the orangutans, the Sun Bear Centre, and Rainforest Discovery Centre.
Day 9 – Selingan, turtle island.
Day 10 – Head to Semporna.
Day 11-12-13-14 – Sipadan, Mabul, Kapalai.
Day 15 – Bohey Dulang.
Day 16 to Day 25: I’M STUCK.
I looked into Danum Valley, but for 3 days/2 nights, they’re quoting 650 € per person—come on, that’s ridiculous.
I checked out a detour into Indonesia (still East Borneo), but I’m having trouble deciding what would be amazing.
I read about Sangalaki + Kakaban (2 islands, 1 base) / Mahakam Delta - Kutai (orangutans and river) / Sungai Boh (Dayak Kayan) – jungle & culture.
But honestly, I’m struggling to finalize this itinerary.
If we venture that way, we’d head back to KK from Balikpapan.
For a 4-month stay in Egypt, I had ENORMOUS problems. The regulations are very bureaucratic and extremely nitpicky there. For a 4-month stay in the Philippines, I was wondering if the procedures are just as complicated? I’m bringing my cell phone with an eSIM. Should I choose a plan from Canada for use in the Philippines, or should I get a plan only once I arrive? After 30 days, do I renew with the Canadian provider I chose before leaving, or do I switch to a local company? Do I need to register my phone with the authorities in the Philippines? (That was the case in Egypt.) For the 3rd and 4th months, will it be just as simple—renewing with a Canadian or local provider—or should I expect problems?
Hello,
I’ll be in Malaysia with my wife, mainly in Langkawi and Penang for Christmas and New Year’s at the end of 2026.
If you’ve had the experience—and since I’ve read (though it’s not very clear) that these two islands get quite crowded during this period—would you recommend booking accommodation well in advance, or is it easy to find something on the spot?
Hotels or Airbnb?
Do you have any great tips for accommodation or any practical info to share?
We’ll be staying 5 to 7 days on each island.
Thanks in advance for your replies
Hi there. To make the most of Lake Toba, is it better to find accommodation on the lake’s shores (which one?) or on Samosir Island? Thanks for your tips!
Hi there,
We’re heading to Vietnam as a family on July 8th for a little over 3 weeks (north and center). We’ve only booked the first 3 nights in Hanoi, and nothing else after that. We like to decide things on the spot and go with the flow, without rushing everywhere. But I’m still a bit unsure: when heading down to the center (Hue), is it better to book the overnight trains in advance? We don’t want to take any flights while we’re there—just use the overnight train for the long trips. But I’m worried we won’t get seats if we buy the tickets on the spot, say, 2 days before. What do the experts here think? And which website can we use to book the tickets? Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hi everyone!
I’m heading back to Thailand in July 2026 with a stopover in Cambodia to visit the Angkor site.
After Angkor, I’ve booked a stay on Ko Chang island. Does anyone know if there are direct transport options from Cambodia to Ko Chang without having to go back through Bangkok? That would be amazing!!
I think there are, but I’d need more details!!
I went to Thailand in February 2025 and don’t remember having to apply for a visa—is that still the case now? And for Cambodia too?
Thanks so much!!!
Laurence from Bayonne
I’d love to get some feedback on our itinerary—it’s probably pretty basic! This is our second trip to Asia and our first to Indonesia. We have three kids aged 20, 18, and 12. We land in Jakarta at 4 PM, spend 3 nights/2 days there, then take the train to Yogyakarta for 3 nights/2 days, followed by the train to Surabaya for 2 nights/1 day, then the train to Bromo for 1 day/1 night, a private driver to Ijen for 2 nights/2 days, then on to Bali (Ubud) for 4 nights/3 days, followed by Gili Air for 3 nights/2 days, Senggigi (Lombok) for 2 nights, and finally 5 nights in Kuta. I’m considering cutting the 2 nights in Senggigi to just keep Kuta and extend it to 7 nights. In Lombok, I’m not sure how to get around since I’m not comfortable with scooters... Your thoughts on all of this, and any advice, are more than welcome—don’t hesitate!
For those wondering why cities like Jakarta and Surabaya: we don’t often get the chance to visit big Asian cities, so we wanted to include that discovery in our trip. The trains between Jakarta and Yogyakarta, Surabaya and Probolinggo are booked. The return flight from Lombok to Jakarta is also set. Accommodations are booked but flexible (same for the trains).
Hi,
After our trip to China, we want to spend a week in the Philippines for some beach time and snorkeling.
We're looking for the best spot to settle in—nice beaches, great marine life, and short transfer times.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Does anyone know of a private transfer or taxi company that organizes transfers from the Sukhothai area to Chiang Mai?
Our routes are Sukhothai-Lampang, Lampang-Chom Thong, and Chom Thong-Chiang Mai.
My searches on Google Maps, 12Go, and others haven’t turned up much...
For our Bangkok-Sukhothai trips, I use a company I’ve already tried, but they don’t have a fleet available from Sukhothai and have to go through third-party companies—which, understandably, take their commission. This nearly doubles the prices...
There are four of us, and we’re not traveling light, so a minibus isn’t an option. ;-)
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 :-)
My trip’s coming up, and I’m having a bit of trouble with three bus/minivan routes. Usually, I find everything at this time of year, but this time—yikes!
Sandakan → Sepilok:
No app for this one—you just hop on bus #14 at the local terminal (pay cash on board). But where do I catch it, and where’s the stop??
Sandakan → Semporna:
From what I’ve heard, it’s the Sida Express company (great name, right? 😄).
Can’t book online, but apparently, you *have* to because there’s only one bus at 8 AM.
Where do I board, and where does it drop me off?
Semporna → Tawau:
Found this via AI—is it legit?
No online booking, as far as I can tell.
Minivans leave from a stop in the Jalan Hospital area, near the Milimewa supermarket, supposedly????
And when you arrive, does it drop you at **Sabindo Square** in Tawau?????
Hi there,
we’ll be in Mai Chau in June and we’re thinking of heading to Sapa, but first spending a few days in Bac Ha to do some hiking and explore the area.
Is this a good idea for those who’ve been there?
How do you get there?
Thanks for your feedback.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hi everyone. As I’m planning my trip for next winter, I’m looking for hotel suggestions in Camotes, Bantayan, Malapascua, Bohol, and Siquijor. The ones I had in mind seem to be fully booked (unless it’s too early?). For those familiar with the area, is it easy to find accommodations on the spot in January/February? I’m specifically looking for hotels with a pool, beachfront, air conditioning, and easy scooter rental nearby. Thanks for your tips!
Hi there,
I’m planning an itinerary and would love some feedback on whether it’s doable and if the number of days per destination is enough—or too much. I was also debating whether to add an extra night on an island or spend an extra night in Kampot to visit Kep or Battambang.
March 23: Arrival in Phnom Penh in the morning
March 24: Phnom Penh
March 25: Phnom Penh
March 26: Depart for Kampot
March 27: Kampot
March 28: Depart for Battambang
March 29: Battambang
March 30: Tonlé SAP to Siem Reap
March 31: Siem Reap
April 1: Siem Reap
April 2: Siem Reap
April 3: Siem Reap
April 4: Siem Reap
April 5: Departure
Hi there,
Yesterday in the Thailand section, 100% of the new threads were just about beach destinations 😕...
So here’s the counterattack in the form of this photo thread, dedicated solely to the countryside: the locals, their livestock, fields, farms, rice paddies, small rivers, and agricultural machinery. If you’ve got any pictures that fit these categories, feel free to add them!
Comments welcome.
For each photo, I’ll (or you can) indicate the area where it was taken.
Hope you're all doing well! It's been a while since I last traveled, but I'm finally heading out again soon!
For those familiar with SOUTHEAST ASIA, I'm planning to leave in mid-June (with the trip ending at the latest in November), and I don’t have a precise idea of exact places or itineraries yet. The thing is, this period is usually the rainy season...
Any advice? I was thinking of Malaysia or Indonesia, like Sulawesi, for example (all countries and islands in Southeast Asia interest me except Bali).
Any recommendations? I’m doing my research online, but if anyone here has the time and knowledge, I’d love to hear from you.
My partner and I are planning a trip to Indonesia in September-October 2026. It’ll be our first time in Asia, and we’re thinking of hitting the classic spots in East Java and Bali, then wrapping up with a cruise around Komodo for some snorkeling/diving. Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary—I’m wondering if it’s doable.
20/09: Flight from Jakarta to Yogyakarta, arrive around noon, afternoon/evening and overnight in Yogyakarta.
21/09: Borobudur
22/09: Prambanan
23/09: Travel to Bromo (Cemoro Lawang)
24/09: Bromo
25/09: Kawa Ijen
26/09: Travel to Bali, overnight in Pemuteran
27/09: Excursion to Pulau Melujan, overnight in Pemuteran
28/09: Travel to Munduk, overnight in Munduk
29/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk
30/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk
01/10: Route to Ubud (via Pura Ulu Danau Bratan, Jatiluwih?), overnight in Ubud
02/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud
03/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud
04/10: Travel to Denpasar, flight to Labuan Bajo, overnight in Labuan Bajo
05/10: Komodo cruise
06/10: Komodo cruise
07/10: Komodo cruise, flight to Denpasar in the late afternoon/evening or overnight in Labuan Bajo.
08/10: Flight to Denpasar (if not taken the day before), afternoon in Jimbaran, overnight near Denpasar
09/10: 10:00 AM flight Denpasar - SIN, overnight in Singapore
10/10: Flight SIN-YQB
Hi everyone,
My girlfriend and I booked our tickets with Saudia Airlines for a trip to Thailand this summer, from July 5th to August 3rd. Given the geopolitical situation in the Middle East, we’re keeping a close eye on the news.
I was wondering if anyone here is in the same situation as us?
• Have you heard anything about possible mass cancellations or if the airline is still maintaining its routes to Asia?
• Are there any travelers who’ve recently returned who could tell us if air corridors have been changed (longer flight times)?
The idea is to know what to expect so we can prepare as best as possible. Thanks for your replies! !
Thanks for all your contributions on the forum—they’ve really helped me plan my trip. There are four of us friends heading to Sulawesi for 20 days. Based on all your advice, I’ve put together the following itinerary:
July 30: Makassar – sightseeing
July 31: Makassar – sightseeing + overnight bus to Rantepao
August 1–7: Tana Toraja with a guide
August 7: Tana Toraja to Tentena + visit Tentena
August 8: Early departure with a private driver to Ampana, then ferry to the Togian Islands
August 9–15: Togian Islands (2 different resorts)
August 15: Depart Togian Islands for Luwuk
August 16: Flight Luwuk to Makassar
August 17: Rammang Rammang
August 18: Stroll in Makassar, then return home
Overall, what do you think?
I also have a question about the connection between Tentena and the Togian Islands: Is it doable to leave early in the morning as planned and still be sure not to miss the ferry?
Hi everyone,
I’m currently working on a 30-day itinerary for May/June 2027.
10 days in eastern Java (Malang, Bromo, waterfalls, Meru Beriti Park, Banyuwangi, and Ijen), a short transit in Ubud for a few days, then Flores before heading back to Jakarta.
We’ll spend 15 days in Flores (the classic route: Moni, Bajawa, Riung, Ruteng, ending in Labuan Bajo).
I’d love some firsthand feedback on flights to Maumere or Ende from Bali Denpasar. I know there are no direct routes and that you have to connect through Labuan Bajo or Timor (I think), which isn’t an issue in itself.
But I’ve read here and there that flights to these destinations can be delayed—or worse, canceled—and that it’s better to fly in and out of Labuan Bajo, which isn’t exactly ideal...
Thanks for any tips or experiences you can share!
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?
