Bonjour,
ce n'est pas la première fois que je demande conseil concernant un itinéraire mais là, j'ai le choix entre 2 itinéraires différents. Cependant dans le 2ieme, le nom de villages proposés me sont complètement inconnu. Je serai là fin avril-début mais pour 21 jours, avec une préférence pour le nord. Je vais vous donner mon itinéraire seulement pour le temps passé au nord parce que le reste du voyage me convient. Je voudrais que vous preniez en considération que dormir chez l'habitant dans des conditions minimales ne me dérange pas. Je veux connaître les ethnies et voir de beaux paysages. Lequel de ces 2 itinéraires serait le mieux:
Choix #1:
Jour 1: Hanoi visite
Jour 2: Hanoi- Nghia Lo ( marche de 2 heures) Hotel
Jour 3: Muong Lo- arrêt à Tu Le pour une marche de 3hrs- Mu Cang Chai ( dodo chez l'habitant)
Jour 4: Mu Cang Chai, visite du village des ethnies Lu ( randonnée de 2h)- Sapa-visite de Y Linh Lo et Lao Chai et dodo chez l'habitant à Ta Van ( 5-6 hrs de marche)
Jour 5: Ta Van- visite è pied du village Cat Cat- Ma Tra et dodo chez l'habitant à Bac Ha
Jour 6: Visite du marché à Bac Ha ou un autre-tansfert à Quang Binh et visite en chemin d'un village habité par l'ethnie Pa Thens et dodo chez l'habitant
Jour 7: Quang Binh- Dong Van ( nuit à l'auberge Hoang Ngoc)
Jour 8: Dong Van- balade en moto- Meo Vac- randonnée- dodo à l'auberge Hoang Anh à Bao Lac
Jour 9: Bao Lac- marche jusqu'à Khuoi Khon-marche- transfert à Cao Bang et soit dodo à Cao Bang ou transfert au village de Phuc Sen pour dormir chez l'habitant
Jour 10: Cao Bang- Cascade de Bang Gioc et retour à Cao Bang ou à Phuc Sen
Jour 11: Cao Bang- Babe
Jour 12: Babe (vélo, grottes, bateau etc...) le dodo est chez l'habitant à Babe
Jour 13: Babe- Hanoi
le reste: baie d'Halong, Hué, Hoi An, et quelques jours au Sud pour les marchés flottants. À Hué je passerai un après-midi dans un petit village du nom de Thuy Bieu.
Choix #2:
Jour 1: Hanoi visite
Jour 2: Hanoi- Nghia Lo ( marche de 2 heures, dodo à l'hotel)
Jour 3: Muong Lo- arrêt à Tu Le pour une marche de 3hrs- Mu Cang Chai ( dodo chez l'habitant)
Jour 4: Mu Cang Chai, visite du village des ethnies Lu ( randonnée de 2h)- Sapa-visite de Y Linh Lo et Lao Chai et dodo chez l'habitant à Ta Van ( 5-6 hrs de marche)
Jour 5: Ta Van- visite è pied du village Cat Cat- Ma Tra et dodo chez l'habitant à Bac Ha
Jour 6:Bac Ha- Tavanchu ( trekking de 5-6 heures ou en moto) visite de village et dodo chez les Mongs Bariolés
Jour 7: Tavanchu-Thai Giang Pho ( 5-6 heures de marches et dodo chez les Phula
Jour 8: Thai Giang Pho- Nam Tho- Nalo ( 5-6 heures de marche et nuit chez les Tay
Jour 9: Nalo- Bac Ha- Lao Cai- train de nuit pour Hanoi ( visite du marché de Bac Ha)
Jour 10: Hanoi- Mai Chau (activités et dodo au chez l'habitant au village Van)
Jour 11: Mai Chau- Tam Coc ( randonnée en bateau de bambou et dodo chez l'habitant)
Jour 12: Tam Coc- Baie d'Halong
Et le reste du voyage est identique à choix #1.
Je fais appel à vos commentaire pour m'aider à faire un choix entre ces 2 itinéraires différents.
Je vais laisser les spécialistes du Nord te répondre pour ton choix d'itinéraires .Juste une petite remarque pour ta journée 4 que j'ai fait en Aout dernier ( il y en a peut être d'autres avec le même problème mais je ne connais pas assez pour te l'affirmer):
Jour 4: Mu Cang Chai, visite du village des ethnies Lu ( randonnée de 2h)- Sapa-visite de Y Linh Lo et Lao Chai et dodo chez l'habitant à Ta Van ( 5-6 hrs de marche)
Je la trouve super chargée ... Au vietnam dans certains coin de montagne , tu peux mettre entre 4 et 6 heures pour faire 180 KM ! ...nous étions partis à 8h00 de MuCangChai pour arriver à Sapa vers 14h30-15h00 avec visite d'un village Thai , quelques haltes photos , porte du ciel et cascade d'Argent : soit environ 2h00-2h30 de haltes . Je me serai mal vue embrayer sur une rando de 5-6h00 à l'arrivée ! . Il faut savoir que la route est belle d'un point de vue panorama mais affreuse d'un point de vue confort ..tu as entre 30 et 40 Km de route non goudronnée et défoncée avant le col à 2000 mètres . ..
Le vietnam est magnifique et on veut en voir un maximum quand on y va mais il faut prendre garde à ne pas trop vouloir en faire chaque jour sinon la fatigue risque de te gâcher une partie du voyage ....Il vaut mieux en prévoir un peu moins et apprécier vraiment ce que l'on fait sans se presser ... Au Vietnam les temps de transports sont longs et parfois "pénibles" et fatigants ... et puis tu veux t'arrêter souvent pour faire des photos sur la route ... prévois du temps , tu ne le regretteras pas ...
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,
Août c'est un très bon mois pour Mù Cang Chai, alors qu'Avril l'est pour Pù Luông et l'inverse pour Mù Cang Chai.
Bonjour Abalone,
Pu Luông c'est dans quel coin? Et si je change le parcours pour Pu Luông à la place de Mu Cang Chai vous choisiriez l'itinéraire #1 qui me permet de voir plus grand mais moins longtemps ou le #2 qui me permet de voir moins grand mais plus en profondeur...enfin je crois!
Pu Luông c'est dans quel coin? Et si je change le parcours pour Pu Luông à la place de Mu Cang Chai vous choisiriez l'itinéraire #1 qui me permet de voir plus grand mais moins longtemps ou le #2 qui me permet de voir moins grand mais plus en profondeur...enfin je crois!
Le parc national de Pù Luông se trouve entre Ninh Binh et Mai Châu. Le treck est fabuleux avec des rizières en terrasse bien garnies en Avril (3 nuits chez l'habitant voir 4 nuits si l'on va aussi chez les Muong à Hòa Bình).
Pour mieux conseiller, il vaut mieux que vous ayez quelques éléments fondamentaux afin de choisir parmi les propositions des agences ou de leur demander un programme cohérent.
- hautes montagnes (Mù Cang Chai, Sapa, Hoang Su Phi, Dong Van) : une seule récolte par an. On pique le riz en Juin au début de la saison de pluie et on récolte fin Septembre - début Octobre au début du beau temps)
- moyennes montagnes (Pù Luông, Nghia Lô, Tau Trâm) : 2 récoltes (piquage début Mars et fin Juin, récolte début Juin et Novembre).
Si le but de votre voyage est de faire des rencontres avec la population, des éléments suivants sont à considérer.
- ne soyez pas trop sur les traces des touristes (Sapa et le village Khuoi Khôn à Bao Lac): votre visite ressemble à un protocole. L'attitude des gens se modifie et n'a plus rien de naturel. Il faut donc fuir les agences ou les rabatteurs professionnels des forums.
- pour ce type de voyages, prenez du temps à chaque étape: 2 nuits au minimum. Les habitants vous amèneront découvrir leur vie, leur milieu, les environs les plus intéressants. Par contre, j'ai constaté certains logements chez l'habitant qui se contentent de vous vendre un service (Nghia Lô et Mù Cang Chai).
- prendre en compte les dates des marchés, car c'est à ce moment-là qu'on rencontre beaucoup d'ethnies différentes (sauf Bac Ha, Cán Câu, Si Ma Cai, Cóc Ly etc... où 98% des gens sont des Hmong fleurs)
Pour vous qui avez l'air de chercher vraiment le contact avec la population, j'aurais 2 programmes qui se complètent:
- Hanoi - Thác Bà (chez les Dzao) - Hà Giang (chez les Tày) - Quan Ba - Dong Van - Lung Cu (chez les Lo Lo Hoa) - Meo Vac - Bao Lac - Ba Be (chez les Tày).
- Hanoi - Hoa Binh (chez les Muong)- Mai Châu à la limite du parc Pù Luông - Pù Luông - Tam Cóc - Halong
Evidemment, si c'est moi, j'irais aussi chez les Si Là à Heo San (Lai Châu) ou chez les Hà Nhi (Y Ty) et sur la route, je n'hésite pas à m'arrêter et parler avec les minorités (Phù Lá par exemple) qui m'invitent souvent à venir faire une pause et découvrir leur milieu de vie.
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,
Bonjour Abalone,
merci pour vos renseignements et conseils. Je vais essayer de me guider un peu avec ça. Avant de regardé VF ce matin j'ai ouvert mes mails et j'ai reçu un devis ( non détaillé) donc pour le moment, je ne sais pas s'il y a des randonnées, des visites de marchés etc.... Je me permet de vous demander ce que vous en pensez:
Jour 2 Ha Noi par vous même. Nuit à Hong Ngoc II Hotel
Jour 3 Ha Noi / Mai Chau. Nuit chez l’habitant de Thai Blanc
Jour 4 Mai Chau / Rivière Noire. Nuit chez l’habitant de Muong
Jour 5 Rivière Noire / Ha Noi / Train de nuit pour Lao Cai
Jour 6 Lao Cai / Bac Ha / Ban Pho / Ta Van Chu. Nuit chez l’habitant de
H’Mong Fleuri
Jour 7 Ta Van Chu / Can Cau / Chu Sang / Sang Chai. Nuit chez
l’habitant de H’mong Noir
Jour 8 Sang Chai / Lung Phinh / Bac Ha / Ha Giang. Nuit chez l’habitant
de Tay
Jour 9 Ha Giang / Dong Van. Nuit à Hoang Ngoc Hotel
Jour 10 Dong Van / Meo Vac. Nuit à Hoa Cuong Hotel
Jour 11 Meo Vac / Ba Be. Nuit chez l’habitant de Tay
Jour 12 Ba Be. Nuit chez l’habitant de Tay
un devis ( non détaillé) donc pour le moment, je ne sais pas s'il y a des randonnées, des visites de marchés etc....
La première partie à Mai Châu pendant 3 jours me semble un peu bâclé. S'il était un peu plus complet avec le parc Pu Luông, il pourra se mettre en balance avec vos trecks à Bac Ha. A choisir entre les 2 donc.Pour la partie Ha Giang Dong Van Meo Vac, ça me semble un passage en toute vitesse (on dirait que l'on ne va pas chercher à rencontrer les habitants!).Il faudrait retirer les jours de Mai Châu ou de Bac Ha pour complèter cette partie de Dong Vân Meo Vac.En espérant que cela vous aide dans votre choix.
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,
I need some expert advice on these two destinations for a 15-day trip. We land in KL and plan to stay for 2 days before heading to Borneo and finishing with an island for snorkeling.
For those who’ve been, what are your must-sees?
We were thinking of spending the last 3 days on the Perhentian Islands, unless you’ve got another island to recommend near Borneo.
Thanks for your tips and help!
Hi everyone,
Could you share your thoughts on my 3-week itinerary?
We’re a small group (family + friends) of 12 people, planning to leave around January 21, 2027.
Here’s my itinerary:
3 nights in Bangkok
4 nights in Chiang Mai
3 nights on Koh Samui
3 nights on Koh Phangan
4 nights in Krabi
4 nights in Phuket
I’m also open to any great tips you might have...
Thanks, everyone! Alain.
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!
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! 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
