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bonjour je souhaite partir de bagkok pour siem reap mais que prendre l'avion ou bien par la route est ce possible y'a t'il des risques merci d'avance pour les infos
De Bangkok à Siem Reap (Cambodge)
by Zénar
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Bonjour,
oui tu peux prendre l'avion avec Bangkok airways rapide une petite heure de vol, ou tu peux le faire en bus il n'y a pas de risque du tout mais c'est beaucoup plus long normal .
oui tu peux prendre l'avion avec Bangkok airways rapide une petite heure de vol, ou tu peux le faire en bus il n'y a pas de risque du tout mais c'est beaucoup plus long normal .
@+ , Marco .
On aura jamais assez de temps pour tout ce qu'on veut découvrir et comprendre dans nos voyages qu'on se le dise , Amis voyageurs .
pour l'avion il faut compter 11 000 baths aller retour, en bus je sais pas mais bien moins cher .
@+ , Marco .
On aura jamais assez de temps pour tout ce qu'on veut découvrir et comprendre dans nos voyages qu'on se le dise , Amis voyageurs .
oui Sabaidee elle a trouver le billet aller retour 80 $
j'ajoute le vol de 80 $ c'est le vol Bangkok - Phnom-penh, erreur de ma part ce dont sabaidee avait trouver sur place .
j'ajoute le vol de 80 $ c'est le vol Bangkok - Phnom-penh, erreur de ma part ce dont sabaidee avait trouver sur place .
@+ , Marco .
On aura jamais assez de temps pour tout ce qu'on veut découvrir et comprendre dans nos voyages qu'on se le dise , Amis voyageurs .
Par contre il y a un plan très intéressant pour ceux qui veulent faire seulement les temples d'Angkor pour 4 jours, il y a des packages qui se vend dans les agences de voyages
L'avion aller retour + 3 nuits d'hôtels ( très bien ) avec le petit déjeuner compris pour 19 000 baths ce prix est de l'année passée février, je pense que ça vaut le coup pour ceux qui ne veulent faire que ce trip en peu de temps, par contre les entrées d'Angkor ne sont pas inclus dedans et le visa non plus .
@+ , Marco .
On aura jamais assez de temps pour tout ce qu'on veut découvrir et comprendre dans nos voyages qu'on se le dise , Amis voyageurs .
ces packages se vendent dans les agences de voyages en thaïlande bien sur 😉, dont je peux te donner une adresse çi cela t'intéresse .
@+ , Marco .
On aura jamais assez de temps pour tout ce qu'on veut découvrir et comprendre dans nos voyages qu'on se le dise , Amis voyageurs .
Bonjour,
Je rentre juste justement d'un trip de 3 semaines thailande/cambodge. Pour rejoindre siem reap (Temples d'Angkor) depuis Bangkok, nous avons pris le train de bangkok, (départ à 5h50 pour être a siem reap le soir). 3ème classe uniquement : 45 baths par personne. 6 heures de train. De là prendre un tuk tuk ou camionnette jusqu'au poste frontière de poipet (40 baths). Si tu n'as pas encore ton visa, ils t'en délivrent un à la frontière (c'était notre cas), mais attention, les formalités sont assez stressantes... Le lonely conseillait de payer le visa en dollars car moins cher, mais ils ne voulaient que des baths thai (1000 baths = 50 dollars, on perd donc 10 dollars). Si tu n'as pas conservés tes baths, tu es obligé de changer dans le supermarché local qui pratique un taux très désavantageux. Ensuite une fois à poipet c'est le vrai harcèlement moral pour que tu prenne le bus vip à au moins 40 dollars/personne jusqu'à siem reap. On voulait grimper dans les pick up familiaux, bien moins cher, mais les cambodgiens étaient organisé en une espèce de mafia locale qui dissuadaient les chauffeurs de nous prendre. Il a fallu être très patient, et on a finit par trouver un pick up à la sortie de la ville, qui nous a emmener à sisophon pour 200 baths/personne. Une fois à sisophon, on a changer de véhicule, là encore "le village" te saute dessus pour te proposer une pension, un taxi, une boisson... faut s'accrocher. Mais on a fini par trouver un pick up qui nous a conduit à siem reap pour 5 dollars / personne. Le voyage par la route ne revient donc pas cher du tout, mais il faut savoir que c'est très long (7 heures de route pour faire les 150 km de poipet à siem reap) et très fatiguant physiquement (on est entassé à 15 à l'arrière du pick up, avec sac de riz, paniers en osiers, etc...) et moralement (négociation longues sur les prix). Tu peux aussi opter pour la solution du bus, mais c'est bcp plus cher... On a pas cherché à négocier mais bon. Conseil : ne surtout pas payer le trajet avant, car il y a plein de faux rabatteurs qui te demandent l'argent avant et puis s'eclipsent si tu donne. Ils ne montent pas dans le pick up avec vous, donc payer seulement le chauffeur à l'arrivée. Bref, on est arrivée à 21h00 à siem reap en partant à 5h00 le matin de bangkok. Mais ça reste une expérience très enrichissante, et mis à part les petits arnaqueurs de la frontière, les cambodgiens sont des gens très très accueillants et souriants!!
Pour partir du cambodge, on a emprunter l'autre frontière terrestre du sud (Ko Kong), neaucoup plus tranquille, mais pour rejoindre siem reap directement c'est un peu long...
A+ Cyrille
Je rentre juste justement d'un trip de 3 semaines thailande/cambodge. Pour rejoindre siem reap (Temples d'Angkor) depuis Bangkok, nous avons pris le train de bangkok, (départ à 5h50 pour être a siem reap le soir). 3ème classe uniquement : 45 baths par personne. 6 heures de train. De là prendre un tuk tuk ou camionnette jusqu'au poste frontière de poipet (40 baths). Si tu n'as pas encore ton visa, ils t'en délivrent un à la frontière (c'était notre cas), mais attention, les formalités sont assez stressantes... Le lonely conseillait de payer le visa en dollars car moins cher, mais ils ne voulaient que des baths thai (1000 baths = 50 dollars, on perd donc 10 dollars). Si tu n'as pas conservés tes baths, tu es obligé de changer dans le supermarché local qui pratique un taux très désavantageux. Ensuite une fois à poipet c'est le vrai harcèlement moral pour que tu prenne le bus vip à au moins 40 dollars/personne jusqu'à siem reap. On voulait grimper dans les pick up familiaux, bien moins cher, mais les cambodgiens étaient organisé en une espèce de mafia locale qui dissuadaient les chauffeurs de nous prendre. Il a fallu être très patient, et on a finit par trouver un pick up à la sortie de la ville, qui nous a emmener à sisophon pour 200 baths/personne. Une fois à sisophon, on a changer de véhicule, là encore "le village" te saute dessus pour te proposer une pension, un taxi, une boisson... faut s'accrocher. Mais on a fini par trouver un pick up qui nous a conduit à siem reap pour 5 dollars / personne. Le voyage par la route ne revient donc pas cher du tout, mais il faut savoir que c'est très long (7 heures de route pour faire les 150 km de poipet à siem reap) et très fatiguant physiquement (on est entassé à 15 à l'arrière du pick up, avec sac de riz, paniers en osiers, etc...) et moralement (négociation longues sur les prix). Tu peux aussi opter pour la solution du bus, mais c'est bcp plus cher... On a pas cherché à négocier mais bon. Conseil : ne surtout pas payer le trajet avant, car il y a plein de faux rabatteurs qui te demandent l'argent avant et puis s'eclipsent si tu donne. Ils ne montent pas dans le pick up avec vous, donc payer seulement le chauffeur à l'arrivée. Bref, on est arrivée à 21h00 à siem reap en partant à 5h00 le matin de bangkok. Mais ça reste une expérience très enrichissante, et mis à part les petits arnaqueurs de la frontière, les cambodgiens sont des gens très très accueillants et souriants!!
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A+ Cyrille
Cyrille
...... frontière du Sud en passant par Trat rallonge le trajet pour Siem Reap certes, mais quelle tranquillité d'esprit et surtout que de beaux paysages et de bons moments passés dans les villages en attendant le bac pour traverser les cours d'eau .....
C'est mon moyen d'accés au Cambodge par la route, et le meilleur pour moi d'un point de vue voyage également .....
C'est mon moyen d'accés au Cambodge par la route, et le meilleur pour moi d'un point de vue voyage également .....
Bangkok- Siem Reap:
Partir de Mochit a Bangkok Bus jusqu'a aranyapratet dit aran pour 139 bahts, un peu moins de 5 heures a A Aran, tuk tuk jusqu'a la frontiere, 50 bahts max A poipet, il suffit d'etre inflexible. Le visa c'est 20 dollars et pas un rond de plus. Ils essaieront de te faire payer au moins 1000 bahts (25 dollars). Reste inflexible, dis leur que tu connais le prix, que tu es deja venu au Cambodge, que tu y as des amis... Pour le trajet Poipet (ville frontiere du coté cambodgien) a siem reap, ne prend pas de bus (surtout pas). C'est tres long, cher pour ce que c'est, les bus sont souvent en panne, et si un pont est detruit tu vas rester 3 jours. Prend un taxi, une Camry. Il y a 2 places a l'avant et 4 a l'arriere. Compte maximum 15 dollars la place (j'ai bien dit maximum). Prends 2 places par personnes. Le trajet prend 3h30-4H (jusqu'a 8h en bus) Cout total: maximum 35 dollars par personne, tu pars tot le matin et tu arrives en fin d'apres midi
enjoy,
Avi
Partir de Mochit a Bangkok Bus jusqu'a aranyapratet dit aran pour 139 bahts, un peu moins de 5 heures a A Aran, tuk tuk jusqu'a la frontiere, 50 bahts max A poipet, il suffit d'etre inflexible. Le visa c'est 20 dollars et pas un rond de plus. Ils essaieront de te faire payer au moins 1000 bahts (25 dollars). Reste inflexible, dis leur que tu connais le prix, que tu es deja venu au Cambodge, que tu y as des amis... Pour le trajet Poipet (ville frontiere du coté cambodgien) a siem reap, ne prend pas de bus (surtout pas). C'est tres long, cher pour ce que c'est, les bus sont souvent en panne, et si un pont est detruit tu vas rester 3 jours. Prend un taxi, une Camry. Il y a 2 places a l'avant et 4 a l'arriere. Compte maximum 15 dollars la place (j'ai bien dit maximum). Prends 2 places par personnes. Le trajet prend 3h30-4H (jusqu'a 8h en bus) Cout total: maximum 35 dollars par personne, tu pars tot le matin et tu arrives en fin d'apres midi
enjoy,
Avi
globalement, je te déconseille le bus... il y a des arnaques a la frontière : on te laisse 2km avant tu es obligé de prendre un tuk-tuk mafia... les douaniers essaient de t'arnaquer, soit sur le visa, soirt en te demandant un soist-disant certificat médical contre je ne sais quelle maladie, et ils essaient de te fourguer une pilule a la con moyennant finances. tu traverses, tu dois reprendre un tuk tuk mafia pour aller reprendre ton bus qui, lui a fait le tour et est 2km plus loin...
en plus tu perds une journée.
prends l'avion. 13000 bath avec les taxes et assurances AR...
en plus tu perds une journée.
prends l'avion. 13000 bath avec les taxes et assurances AR...
Des risques...
des que l'on sort de chez soit il y a des risques.
Je connais "bien" le cambodge pour y avoir sejourner plus de 5 ans.
jette un oeil mes deux sites perso, tu y trouveras des infos fraiches pour ton voyage nottemment au niveau securite, transport, etc.
http://destinationcambodge.blogspot.com/ http://karolusmag.blog.expedia.fr/
des que l'on sort de chez soit il y a des risques.
Je connais "bien" le cambodge pour y avoir sejourner plus de 5 ans.
jette un oeil mes deux sites perso, tu y trouveras des infos fraiches pour ton voyage nottemment au niveau securite, transport, etc.
http://destinationcambodge.blogspot.com/ http://karolusmag.blog.expedia.fr/
salut
Yes par voie terestre ça se fait, attention les fesses!!!!De Bankkok il faut compter 12 OU 14H elle part de l ouest. Ya des risques du type vols comme partout ou les frontieres attirent les misereux!!!
Par contre elle est grande, et etendue!!!! Il existe des minibus pour la traverser c est une obligation pour les touristes je crois !!!!!En fait ils t amenent juste au poste de douanesAttention aux prix, c est à la tête du client!!!!!
ensuite uil faut prendre un pickup surchargés jusqu à siemreap!!!prevois lunettes de solei et krama pour te proteger de la poussiere des piste du cambodge.AUtours de siemreap meilleures routes!!!!! Bref de de la Tail compte minimun 15H. A titre indicatif de la frontière thai pour aller dans le sud du cambodge, j ai mi 12H voir 14 pour une 15aine de kilometres!!!!!Bref le cambodge c est tout une aventure!!!mais cest sympa!!!!J avais trop mal aux fesses dans un pickup surchargé!!!! voila@++++sawai
Yes par voie terestre ça se fait, attention les fesses!!!!De Bankkok il faut compter 12 OU 14H elle part de l ouest. Ya des risques du type vols comme partout ou les frontieres attirent les misereux!!!
Par contre elle est grande, et etendue!!!! Il existe des minibus pour la traverser c est une obligation pour les touristes je crois !!!!!En fait ils t amenent juste au poste de douanesAttention aux prix, c est à la tête du client!!!!!
ensuite uil faut prendre un pickup surchargés jusqu à siemreap!!!prevois lunettes de solei et krama pour te proteger de la poussiere des piste du cambodge.AUtours de siemreap meilleures routes!!!!! Bref de de la Tail compte minimun 15H. A titre indicatif de la frontière thai pour aller dans le sud du cambodge, j ai mi 12H voir 14 pour une 15aine de kilometres!!!!!Bref le cambodge c est tout une aventure!!!mais cest sympa!!!!J avais trop mal aux fesses dans un pickup surchargé!!!! voila@++++sawai
Bon, comme la discussion traîne en longueur sur la façon de faire ( ou défaire ... ) ce trajet de Bangkok à Siem Reap, je vais vous livrer une dernière manière de pratiquer celui ci .....
Prendre un bus ou mini bus jusqu'à la frontière, c'est à dire Poipet ..... et là savez vous qu'il y a un aéroport en construction dans cette bourgade, et qu'une seule compagnie a l'autorisation actuellement d'y décoller, et cette compagnie c'est ..... Sabaidee .... ? 😉, oui c'est la Presidente Airlines, et celle ci affrète des vols tous les deux jours pour environ une quarantaine de dollars à direction de Siem Reap, et même chose en sens inverse .... ce peut être une solution, mais attention ces vols sont réservés en général aux voyageurs dormant dans les hôtels de Poipet et qui appartiennent à la ....... Presidente Airlines, bien sûr ..... 🙂 ben oui quoi, on est au Cambodge ...... 😄
Prendre un bus ou mini bus jusqu'à la frontière, c'est à dire Poipet ..... et là savez vous qu'il y a un aéroport en construction dans cette bourgade, et qu'une seule compagnie a l'autorisation actuellement d'y décoller, et cette compagnie c'est ..... Sabaidee .... ? 😉, oui c'est la Presidente Airlines, et celle ci affrète des vols tous les deux jours pour environ une quarantaine de dollars à direction de Siem Reap, et même chose en sens inverse .... ce peut être une solution, mais attention ces vols sont réservés en général aux voyageurs dormant dans les hôtels de Poipet et qui appartiennent à la ....... Presidente Airlines, bien sûr ..... 🙂 ben oui quoi, on est au Cambodge ...... 😄
salut, j'ai fais le meme trajet que pacha, de bagkok a siem reap sauf que j'ai dormie a sisophon pour ne pas arrivée de nuit a siem reap... par contre à la frontière j'ai réussie à payer en dollard en laissant réfléchir ces agent corronpus pendant une heure!!! c'esr vrai que c'est dur cette frontière. au bout de la route une famille m'a gentiment transporté a sipophon sans rien en échange, à l'arrière du pik-up en famille je crois que j'ai eu bcp de chance....le trajet est long mais si enrichissant faut être en bon état!!! et puis à siemreap tu t'offre un massage, en une heure t'es sur pied. tu rentres ndirect sur le vécu. Et puis j'ai appris à somnoler!!!! et j'ai surtout compris pourquoi personne ne tombe!!!!
florence
bonjour,
c'est ce que j'envisage de faire courant juin, combien de temps pour rejoindre siem reap de trat?
merci pour ta réponse. Bonne journée Franca
c'est ce que j'envisage de faire courant juin, combien de temps pour rejoindre siem reap de trat?
merci pour ta réponse. Bonne journée Franca
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Il me semble rès intéressant ce forfait. Je serai à Bangkok pour 8 jours avant de me rendre en Indonésie plus longument et j'aimerais en profiter lorsque je suis à Bangkok pour aller 3 jours à Siem Reap voir les temples. Connaissez-vous une agence à Bangkok où je peux me procurer ce forfait de 3 jours à mon arrivée là-bas ?
Merci
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Merci
Isa Bleau Canada
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Hi. Is it possible to take the train from Malacca to Ipoh? Thanks for your feedback.
Hi there,
We’re heading to Vietnam as a family on July 8th for a little over 3 weeks (north and center). We’ve only booked the first 3 nights in Hanoi, and nothing else after that. We like to decide things on the spot and go with the flow, without rushing everywhere. But I’m still a bit unsure: when heading down to the center (Hue), is it better to book the overnight trains in advance? We don’t want to take any flights while we’re there—just use the overnight train for the long trips. But I’m worried we won’t get seats if we buy the tickets on the spot, say, 2 days before. What do the experts here think? And which website can we use to book the tickets? Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hi everyone!
I’m heading back to Thailand in July 2026 with a stopover in Cambodia to visit the Angkor site.
After Angkor, I’ve booked a stay on Ko Chang island. Does anyone know if there are direct transport options from Cambodia to Ko Chang without having to go back through Bangkok? That would be amazing!!
I think there are, but I’d need more details!!
I went to Thailand in February 2025 and don’t remember having to apply for a visa—is that still the case now? And for Cambodia too?
Thanks so much!!!
Laurence from Bayonne
Hello,
We’re a couple looking for a driver for 10 days to explore Northern Vietnam in April.
Best regards,
I’d love to get some feedback on our itinerary—it’s probably pretty basic! This is our second trip to Asia and our first to Indonesia. We have three kids aged 20, 18, and 12. We land in Jakarta at 4 PM, spend 3 nights/2 days there, then take the train to Yogyakarta for 3 nights/2 days, followed by the train to Surabaya for 2 nights/1 day, then the train to Bromo for 1 day/1 night, a private driver to Ijen for 2 nights/2 days, then on to Bali (Ubud) for 4 nights/3 days, followed by Gili Air for 3 nights/2 days, Senggigi (Lombok) for 2 nights, and finally 5 nights in Kuta. I’m considering cutting the 2 nights in Senggigi to just keep Kuta and extend it to 7 nights. In Lombok, I’m not sure how to get around since I’m not comfortable with scooters... Your thoughts on all of this, and any advice, are more than welcome—don’t hesitate!
For those wondering why cities like Jakarta and Surabaya: we don’t often get the chance to visit big Asian cities, so we wanted to include that discovery in our trip. The trains between Jakarta and Yogyakarta, Surabaya and Probolinggo are booked. The return flight from Lombok to Jakarta is also set. Accommodations are booked but flexible (same for the trains).
Thanks!
For those wondering why cities like Jakarta and Surabaya: we don’t often get the chance to visit big Asian cities, so we wanted to include that discovery in our trip. The trains between Jakarta and Yogyakarta, Surabaya and Probolinggo are booked. The return flight from Lombok to Jakarta is also set. Accommodations are booked but flexible (same for the trains).
Thanks!
hi
I’ll be on a cruise on January 11, 2027. We’re stopping in Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My).
I’d love to see something other than the city—anyone have recommendations or a guide for 6-8 people with pickup at the port?
I’d really like to visit some rice paddies.
I’ll be on a cruise on January 11, 2027. We’re stopping in Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My).
I’d love to see something other than the city—anyone have recommendations or a guide for 6-8 people with pickup at the port?
I’d really like to visit some rice paddies.
Hi there,
I’m spending 4 days in Kuala Lumpur.
Could you let me know what’s absolutely worth visiting and what’s not really worth the effort?
Any suggested itinerary?
Apart from Batu Caves, I don’t have many ideas...
I’m traveling with my partner and our 16-year-old son.
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
I’m spending 4 days in Kuala Lumpur.
Could you let me know what’s absolutely worth visiting and what’s not really worth the effort?
Any suggested itinerary?
Apart from Batu Caves, I don’t have many ideas...
I’m traveling with my partner and our 16-year-old son.
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
Hi,
After our trip to China, we want to spend a week in the Philippines for some beach time and snorkeling.
We're looking for the best spot to settle in—nice beaches, great marine life, and short transfer times.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Hi there,
Does anyone know of a private transfer or taxi company that organizes transfers from the Sukhothai area to Chiang Mai? Our routes are Sukhothai-Lampang, Lampang-Chom Thong, and Chom Thong-Chiang Mai. My searches on Google Maps, 12Go, and others haven’t turned up much...
For our Bangkok-Sukhothai trips, I use a company I’ve already tried, but they don’t have a fleet available from Sukhothai and have to go through third-party companies—which, understandably, take their commission. This nearly doubles the prices...
There are four of us, and we’re not traveling light, so a minibus isn’t an option. ;-)
Thanks for your tips! DrSnuggle
Does anyone know of a private transfer or taxi company that organizes transfers from the Sukhothai area to Chiang Mai? Our routes are Sukhothai-Lampang, Lampang-Chom Thong, and Chom Thong-Chiang Mai. My searches on Google Maps, 12Go, and others haven’t turned up much...
For our Bangkok-Sukhothai trips, I use a company I’ve already tried, but they don’t have a fleet available from Sukhothai and have to go through third-party companies—which, understandably, take their commission. This nearly doubles the prices...
There are four of us, and we’re not traveling light, so a minibus isn’t an option. ;-)
Thanks for your tips! DrSnuggle
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!