Circuit thaïlandais et séjour à Koh Samui
by Gwendy0311
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
Bonjour à tous,
J'ai enfin l'occasion de pouvoir réaliser mon rêve et partir en Thaïlande avec mon compagnon, mais voilà, je ne veux pas faire n'importe quoi! Il s'agit de notre tout premier voyage et je dois avouer que je ne sais pas trop comment m'y prendre car j'aimerai vraiment éviter de passer par un tour opérateur (ils proposent tous la même chose et c'est beaucoup trop touristique!) mais ils ont l'avantage de tout organiser (liaisons à l'arrivée à Bangkok, transferts etc.)
J'aimerai faire environ 1 semaine de circuit par mes propres moyens (enfin...pas toute seule hein 🤪) et finir par un séjour à Koh Samui.
Savez-vous s'il est possible (et où trouver) un guide qui nous accueillerait à notre arrivée à Bangkok et nous embarquerait pour une semaine de découverte hors du commun? même si nous sommes un petit groupe, c'est loin d'être dérangeant!
Le but étant déviter les tours opérateurs et circuits habituels tout en étant encadrés (la première semaine pour le circuit uniquement).
Ensuite j'avais l'intention de réserver un hotel à Koh Samui et de nous y rendre par nos propres moyens (on sera déjà plus en confiance qu'à notre arrivée normalement!).
Merci beaucoup pour votre aide!
Ah j'allais oublier, nous ne pouvons partir qu'en juillet 2012, en pleine période de mousson, mais j'ai cru comprendre que c'était loin d'être un problème, pouvez-vous me le confirmer? Encore Merci!!
Gwen
bjr, je viens un peut de lire ton sujet, perso la thaillande est le meilleur pays pour voyager c est vraiment simple, tu a plusieur choix , expl prend un hotel et reserve tes deux ou trois premier jours a bkk, pour t aclimater, lol il y a plein de choses a voir, !!!apres essaye de prendre un hotel exp chinatow ou autre pour ma part j evite koa san road!!!pas trop de depaysement, !!!! apres il y a pleins d agence sur place il y a vraiment du choix pour toute les bourses!!!c est un superbe voyage achete un quide et evite de trop croire les guides, regarde toujours a deux fois, et fait confiance a ton instin!!dans tous les cas un vol sec plus les accomodation sur place te couteront toujours bcp moin cher sur place, pareil bien regarder se que l on te propose!!!!suis sur place debut fevrier je pourrait te donner des infos mais pas trop quand memes!!!!!!😏
Bonjour à tous,
Salut,
J'ai enfin l'occasion de pouvoir réaliser mon rêve et partir en Thaïlande avec mon compagnon, mais voilà, je ne veux pas faire n'importe quoi! Il s'agit de notre tout premier voyage et je dois avouer que je ne sais pas trop comment m'y prendre car j'aimerai vraiment éviter de passer par un tour opérateur (ils proposent tous la même chose et c'est beaucoup trop touristique!) mais ils ont l'avantage de tout organiser (liaisons à l'arrivée à Bangkok, transferts etc.) J'aimerai faire environ 1 semaine de circuit par mes propres moyens (enfin...pas toute seule hein 🤪) et finir par un séjour à Koh Samui. Savez-vous s'il est possible (et où trouver) un guide qui nous accueillerait à notre arrivée à Bangkok et nous embarquerait pour une semaine de découverte hors du commun? même si nous sommes un petit groupe, c'est loin d'être dérangeant!
Si tu parles un minimum anglais, vraiment pas besoin de guide. la Thaïlande est un pays extrêmement facile à visiter seul, encore plus que la France ! Si tu as une semaine pour "visiter" et une semaine pour le sud, je te conseille 2 jours à Bangkok, 1 journée à Ayutthaya, 4 jours à Chiang Mai puis un vol direct (suivant ton budget) Chiang mai-Ko Samui.
Le but étant déviter les tours opérateurs et circuits habituels tout en étant encadrés (la première semaine pour le circuit uniquement). Ensuite j'avais l'intention de réserver un hotel à Koh Samui et de nous y rendre par nos propres moyens (on sera déjà plus en confiance qu'à notre arrivée normalement!).
Pour le sud, il faudrait en savoir plus sur ta recherche, mais moi je n'aime pas Ko Samui, je préfère nettement Ko Pha ngan à 30 minutes de bateau de KS.
On peut imaginer 4/5 jours à Ko Pha ngan puis 2 jours à Ko tao avant de rentrer à Bangkok en bateau et train de nuit via Chumphon.
Merci beaucoup pour votre aide! Ah j'allais oublier, nous ne pouvons partir qu'en juillet 2012, en pleine période de mousson, mais j'ai cru comprendre que c'était loin d'être un problème, pouvez-vous me le confirmer? Encore Merci!! Gwen
pas trop de souci avec la "mousson" ! on passe quand même de très belles vacances !
Plus d'info et le moyen de me contacter en signature.
Chris Cool.
Salut,
J'ai enfin l'occasion de pouvoir réaliser mon rêve et partir en Thaïlande avec mon compagnon, mais voilà, je ne veux pas faire n'importe quoi! Il s'agit de notre tout premier voyage et je dois avouer que je ne sais pas trop comment m'y prendre car j'aimerai vraiment éviter de passer par un tour opérateur (ils proposent tous la même chose et c'est beaucoup trop touristique!) mais ils ont l'avantage de tout organiser (liaisons à l'arrivée à Bangkok, transferts etc.) J'aimerai faire environ 1 semaine de circuit par mes propres moyens (enfin...pas toute seule hein 🤪) et finir par un séjour à Koh Samui. Savez-vous s'il est possible (et où trouver) un guide qui nous accueillerait à notre arrivée à Bangkok et nous embarquerait pour une semaine de découverte hors du commun? même si nous sommes un petit groupe, c'est loin d'être dérangeant!
Si tu parles un minimum anglais, vraiment pas besoin de guide. la Thaïlande est un pays extrêmement facile à visiter seul, encore plus que la France ! Si tu as une semaine pour "visiter" et une semaine pour le sud, je te conseille 2 jours à Bangkok, 1 journée à Ayutthaya, 4 jours à Chiang Mai puis un vol direct (suivant ton budget) Chiang mai-Ko Samui.
Le but étant déviter les tours opérateurs et circuits habituels tout en étant encadrés (la première semaine pour le circuit uniquement). Ensuite j'avais l'intention de réserver un hotel à Koh Samui et de nous y rendre par nos propres moyens (on sera déjà plus en confiance qu'à notre arrivée normalement!).
Pour le sud, il faudrait en savoir plus sur ta recherche, mais moi je n'aime pas Ko Samui, je préfère nettement Ko Pha ngan à 30 minutes de bateau de KS.
On peut imaginer 4/5 jours à Ko Pha ngan puis 2 jours à Ko tao avant de rentrer à Bangkok en bateau et train de nuit via Chumphon.
Merci beaucoup pour votre aide! Ah j'allais oublier, nous ne pouvons partir qu'en juillet 2012, en pleine période de mousson, mais j'ai cru comprendre que c'était loin d'être un problème, pouvez-vous me le confirmer? Encore Merci!! Gwen
pas trop de souci avec la "mousson" ! on passe quand même de très belles vacances !
Plus d'info et le moyen de me contacter en signature.
Chris Cool.
Mes voyages, mes infos, mes bons plans : http://mathailande.free.fr
(Thaïlande bien sûr, mais aussi Laos, Cambodge, Malaisie, Indonésie, Philippines, etc...)
Salut
Nul besoin de reserver un tour operateur. La Thailande regorge de petite agence de bus (ouvert 24/24) qui vous transporteront ou vous voulez pour pas cher. A votre arrivee a l'hotel la reception peut egalement vous reserver un billet. Pas besoin de quide pour vous accuellir non plus le transport. A l'aeroport, a l'etage inferieur il y a une societe de taxi. Faites la queue et montrer l'adresse de votre hotel a la receptioniste qui ensuite se chargera de le confier a un taxi (conservez le ticket). Trajet aeroport - bkk environ 250 Bath.
Pour 1 semaine Bangkok --> Samui voila mon conseil :
Reste qu'un seul jour a Bangkok pour visiter le Grand Palace (Bangkok est une ville asphixiante, circulation impossible et beaucoup de pollution donc nul besoin de s'y attarder).
Ensuite si tu veux qq chose de pas trop touristique, tu peux resever un trajet pour Cha-aam (3 heures au sud de bkk).C'est une station balneaire ou seul les Thailandais et qq couple nord Europeen vont. Fruits de mer a volonter et hebergement hyper abordable.
De la tu peux ensuite descendre sur Hua-Hin par train, scooter ou taxi.
De Hua-Hin tu peux ensuite reserver un "join-ticket" (bus-bateau) pour Koh-Samui. Le trajet se fait de nuit par bus climatise jusqu'au bateau, il en coute 900 bath par personne tout inclus.
Nul besoin de reserver un hebergement, ou que tu ailles, surtout si tu pars en juillet. Les cotes et iles Thailandaises ont de tout , du bungalow pas cher sur la plage a l'hotel de luxe... il y en a pour toutes les bourses.
Cordialement :)
Nul besoin de reserver un tour operateur. La Thailande regorge de petite agence de bus (ouvert 24/24) qui vous transporteront ou vous voulez pour pas cher. A votre arrivee a l'hotel la reception peut egalement vous reserver un billet. Pas besoin de quide pour vous accuellir non plus le transport. A l'aeroport, a l'etage inferieur il y a une societe de taxi. Faites la queue et montrer l'adresse de votre hotel a la receptioniste qui ensuite se chargera de le confier a un taxi (conservez le ticket). Trajet aeroport - bkk environ 250 Bath.
Pour 1 semaine Bangkok --> Samui voila mon conseil :
Reste qu'un seul jour a Bangkok pour visiter le Grand Palace (Bangkok est une ville asphixiante, circulation impossible et beaucoup de pollution donc nul besoin de s'y attarder).
Ensuite si tu veux qq chose de pas trop touristique, tu peux resever un trajet pour Cha-aam (3 heures au sud de bkk).C'est une station balneaire ou seul les Thailandais et qq couple nord Europeen vont. Fruits de mer a volonter et hebergement hyper abordable.
De la tu peux ensuite descendre sur Hua-Hin par train, scooter ou taxi.
De Hua-Hin tu peux ensuite reserver un "join-ticket" (bus-bateau) pour Koh-Samui. Le trajet se fait de nuit par bus climatise jusqu'au bateau, il en coute 900 bath par personne tout inclus.
Nul besoin de reserver un hebergement, ou que tu ailles, surtout si tu pars en juillet. Les cotes et iles Thailandaises ont de tout , du bungalow pas cher sur la plage a l'hotel de luxe... il y en a pour toutes les bourses.
Cordialement :)
Idem pour Samui, pousse un peu au nord sur Koh Phangan, tu ne le regretteras pas.
merci beaucoup!! j'attends donc de tes nouvelles!! (oui oui pas trop je sais..!😉)
Merci pour ta réponse qui d'une part me rassure et d'autre part me donne des idées de circuit, je vais étudier tout ça et évidemment me rendre sur ton site!
Pour ce qui est du séjour à Koh Samui, je dois avouer qu'en choisissant cette destination, je me suis surtout fiée aux descriptions faites par les différents tours opérateurs (j'ai pourtant bien conscience qu'ils savent s'y prendre pour vendre!) et des photos que j'ai pu voir sur Internet. Un peu léger je sais 😊 mais comme évoqué précédemment c'est mon premier voyage. Donc j'ai éliminé Phuket dès le début en me disant que ce serait vraiment trop touristique.
Pour aller droit au but, je cherche un endroit en bord de plage dans un cadre plutôt paradisiaque si possible mais aussi assez vivant . Ce sorte que par exemple le matin je puisse aller me balader "en ville", faire le(s) marché(s), me balader dans la nature etc et que je puisse me détendre au bord de l'eau (si possible limpide tant qu'à faire 😉) à mon retour...
Encore merci pour ton aide!
Gwen
Merci à toi aussi pour la réponse, vraiment tous vos conseils me sont d'une grande aide et me conforte dans l'idée d'organiser moi-même ce magnifique voyage!
Donc en résumé finalement, je n'ai qu'à réserver mes billets d'avion, réserver ma première nuit sur place à Bangkok et ensuite me laisser vivre au jour le jour?! Il y a tellement de choses à voir, à visiter, à faire, va quand même falloir que je m'organise un minimum.
et pour les transports comment cela se passe pour tout ce qui est réservation? cela peut-être fait au jour le jour où c'est le genre de chose qu'il faut que je prévoie avant de partir?
Bonne journée!
Gwen
OK je prends note! effectivement je pense que je vais oublier Koh Samui. enfin il n'y a rien qui m'empêche d'y faire un tour mais je vais effectivement voir pour séjourner ailleurs!
Merci 😉
bonne journée!
Gwen
Donc j'ai éliminé Phuket dès le début en me disant que ce serait vraiment trop touristique.
Quand on me dit "on a éliminé Phuket trop touristique pour aller à Samui" ça me fait penser à ceux qui disent au mois d'août en France :
On va pas à Cannes il y a trop de monde, cette année on va à Biarritz !!!
Phuket et Ko Samui = Same same (mais Phuket est plus beau!!!)
Pour être au calme : Ko Pha ngan (côté ouest ou nord).
Chris Cool.
Quand on me dit "on a éliminé Phuket trop touristique pour aller à Samui" ça me fait penser à ceux qui disent au mois d'août en France :
On va pas à Cannes il y a trop de monde, cette année on va à Biarritz !!!
Phuket et Ko Samui = Same same (mais Phuket est plus beau!!!)
Pour être au calme : Ko Pha ngan (côté ouest ou nord).
Chris Cool.
Mes voyages, mes infos, mes bons plans : http://mathailande.free.fr
(Thaïlande bien sûr, mais aussi Laos, Cambodge, Malaisie, Indonésie, Philippines, etc...)
ah ok...😊 en fait c'est surtout parce que presque tous les tours opérateurs proposent Phuket et un peu moins Samui...donc j'en ai conclu toute seule que Samui était un peu moins touristique...bon et bien heureusement que les forums existent! 😉
En tout cas ton site m'est d'une grande aide! j'y vais systématiquement lorsqu'une question me vient à l'esprit! (transport, astuces...etc)
Pour revenir sur mon parcours, nous avons finalement décidé d'attérir à ChiangMaï et de descendre tranquillement vers le Sud. Je ne pense pas faire un circuit précis, nous verrons sur place au fil des jours. Surtout que nous avons "tout notre temps" puisque partir par nous même nous permet de rester une semaine de plus!
J'ai effectivement plus entendu parlé de Ko Pha ngan pour son calme, mais que penses-tu de Koh Tao? Quoi qu'il en soit rien ne m'empêche de passer d'une île à une autre je suppose...
J'ai tellement hate d'y être!
Bonne journée,
Gwen
En tout cas ton site m'est d'une grande aide! j'y vais systématiquement lorsqu'une question me vient à l'esprit! (transport, astuces...etc)
Pour revenir sur mon parcours, nous avons finalement décidé d'attérir à ChiangMaï et de descendre tranquillement vers le Sud. Je ne pense pas faire un circuit précis, nous verrons sur place au fil des jours. Surtout que nous avons "tout notre temps" puisque partir par nous même nous permet de rester une semaine de plus!
J'ai effectivement plus entendu parlé de Ko Pha ngan pour son calme, mais que penses-tu de Koh Tao? Quoi qu'il en soit rien ne m'empêche de passer d'une île à une autre je suppose...
J'ai tellement hate d'y être!
Bonne journée,
Gwen
Salut,
ko Tao est jolie, mais très petite et pas mal de monde ce qui fait que c'est bien moins calme que Ko Pha Ngan.
Essaye de me contacter par mail ou mieux par Skype.
Chris.
ko Tao est jolie, mais très petite et pas mal de monde ce qui fait que c'est bien moins calme que Ko Pha Ngan.
Essaye de me contacter par mail ou mieux par Skype.
Chris.
Mes voyages, mes infos, mes bons plans : http://mathailande.free.fr
(Thaïlande bien sûr, mais aussi Laos, Cambodge, Malaisie, Indonésie, Philippines, etc...)
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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!