Guesthouse sur Nan et Phayao?
by Uquina34
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
est il facile de trouver à se loger à nan et phayao? Que me conseillez vous de faire?? connaissez vous des adresses interessantes ??
merci bcp à tous
bien à vous
uquina 34
Je me rends bientôt dans cette région, voici ce qu'un copain qui connait la région m'a conseillé pour Nan :
Nan Fa : le plus ancien hôtel de Nan tout en bois, 350 bahts la nuit
à côté du Nan Fa : Dhevaraj hôtel plus moderne 650 bahts
parking privé juste derrière les deux hôtels
Pas la peine de réserver, tu auras l'embarras du choix sur place
Surtout ne pas aller au Park Hôtel, pas bien du tout là et cher en plus.
A Phayao, j'ai juste la liste des hôtels que l'on peut trouver sur la toile.
Surtout ne pas aller au Park Hôtel, pas bien du tout là et cher en plus.
A Phayao, j'ai juste la liste des hôtels que l'on peut trouver sur la toile.
Bonjour,
Sur Phayao j'ai une adresse pour une chambre au mois (env.2500B), sinon j'ai répondu il n'y a pas longtemps a un post, le Gaetway hotel facile a trouver comme le dits le Piaf, sur la toile, il est situé derrière le marché de la ville pas de charme, par contre avantage, il y a un marché de bouffe a partir de 16h00 et jusqu'au soir.
Pour NAN, vous pouvez allez voir sur le site a Nanyouth il y a beaucoup d'infos.
pour phayao pas vraiment de guesthouse , petite ville charmante au bord du plus grand lac de thailande ou tres peu de touristes passent la nuit , plutot des hotels.
je te recommande le nothernlake . si tu veux plus d'info sur cette ville pas de souci en MP. En ce qui concerne Nan consulte notre cher ami Patrick , il vit sur place😉
Merci
Bonjour,
Il vient de me revenir un détail, si vous désirez vous baigner, il y a une piscine en sortant de la ville par le bord du lac a env. 300m avant le temple, les étrangers de la région disent qu'elle est bien (moi je me baigne dans les étangs), il est même possible de manger de petites choses.
Je me rapproche de toi une fois de plus pour te demander de m'aider à boucler le projet nord thailande
Nous arrivons à chiang mai pour dix jours, nous souhaiterions visiter ce qu'il y a d'important et de beau à voir dans le coin, puis partir vers triangle d'or redescendre en longeant le fleuve vers nan puis phayao.
crois tu que cela soit faisable en moto, si tu as des idées elles seront les bien venues, est ce que ce circuit est jouable en 10 jours, que ne faut il surtout pas manquer?
je sais que je t'en demande bcp mais tu as l'air de connaitre pas mal ce beau pays, donc je m'en remets à toi
cordialement
bien à vous
uquina 34
Voir ICI . 🤪
@+ , 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 .
est il facile de trouver à se loger à nan e
Oui très facile de se loger à Nan , mon coup de coeur c'est >>>>> le Nan Fa hôtel , sinon pas de soucis ce n'est pas ce qui manque .
Oui très facile de se loger à Nan , mon coup de coeur c'est >>>>> le Nan Fa hôtel , sinon pas de soucis ce n'est pas ce qui manque .
@+ , 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 .
cette ecole se situe où exactement??
A Nan .
A Nan .
@+ , 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 .
Regarde ce petit forum exclusivement sur Nan et là tu y trouveras pas mal d'infos dont cette école , mais bien sur on ne va pas à l'école comme on va dans une boulangerie pour cela s'adresser à Nayouht . 😉
@+ , 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,
Alors, pour 10 jours (pour quelqu'un qui n'a jamais été en Thaïlande), une idée de parcours, premier jour, je reste a Chiang Maï, me renseigne pour louer une moto et surtout j'observe la manière de rouler des gens, a gauche et surtout a Chiang Mai conduite agressive (uniquement dans les grandes ville), peut être profité d'un racolleur qui vous propose un tour pour faire de petites excursion ex: DoïSutep (temple qui surplombe Chiang Mai env. 2h00 aller-retour et visite) ou SanKampaeng (route ou il y a de l'artisanat (plutot de petites industries) ou on vous montre un peut les spécialités de la région) cela peut durer 1 heure ou 1 journée a vous de voir, le but est surtout de découvrir la circulation, quant vous vous sentirez prêt allez chercher la ou les motos, le plus simple pour quitter Chiang Mai est de trouver la direction de DoiSaket N 118 au nord-est de ChiangMaï, quant vous avez passé DoïSaket (env.30Km) ça commence a monter sérieusement (qui voyage loin ménage sa monture, ce sont des petites cylindrée, pour de longue distance ne forcer pas trop 60-80Km/h), quant vous arrivez au premier poste de contrôle (barrage routier, celui-ci est généralement ouvert) arrêtez vous, il y a un restaurant avec une architecture très bizarre, mangez ou buvez quelque chose, allez au toilettes pour visiter, c'est a voir., encore 40-50Km vous arriverez vers des sources d'eau chaude avec un faut temple très kitch, très touristique, il a 20 ans il n'y avait que les petites bicoques a droite de la route, imaginez les changements. Continuez toujours direction Chiang Rai, vous allez traverser MaeKhaTchan, continuer cette route, je ne la connais pas mais cela doit faire environ 180Km entre les 2 villes, donc pas énorme et de plus vous arrivez par le sud, alors renseignez vous, vous avez peeut être encore le temp d'aller voir le temple blanc "WatRongKhun" vous ferez le tour en moins d'une heure, quant vous arrivez a ChiangRaï trouvez un GH et aller vous promener au centre vers ce qui s'appelle le Night bazar, jauger a nouveau les racolleur et regardez ce qu'il vous proposent, pour la suite, étant a ChianRaï je profiterais d'aller a Maessaï vers la frontière Birmanne, pas spécialement interressant mais a voir, attention beaucoup d'enfants mendiants, promenez vous une heure ou deux, si il se faits tard passez la nuit, mais si c'est le cas allez avant 6h00 du matin voir l'ouverture de la frontière, il y a foule et des motos tellement chargées quelles n'ont pas besoin de béquilles. Entre Chiang Raï et Maessaï il y a le WatTampooTampa, plein de macaques agressif, ssi vous voulez voire des singes arrêtez vous.
De Maessai direction le triangle d'or, posssibilitez de faire un tour en "longtailboat" et de mettre un pied au Laos (village créez pour le tourisme, sans visa). Poursuivez sur ChiangSaen puis ChiangKhong, je vous conseil dès maessaï de ne plus avoir de programme, arrêtez vous quant ça vous plait, faites des recherches sur VF comme je l'ai déja dits, a ChiangKhong il y a plusieurs Guest House, puis rejoignez Phayao, Nan etc...La je fatigue, alors si vous en voulez encore demandez, ça viendra, n'oubliez pas d'allez voire les photos d'Aquiceara et suivez les conseils de Barbot qui connais mieu que moi la région, Lumpini aussi a bien voyagé par la (en vélo), surtout vous arrivez dans une région ou il faut oubliez le stress.
Et Vioux que nous conseil t'il? Il y a tellement de chose a faire. En tous les cas 10 jours, c'est pas long, mais c'est faisable et de toute manière rien ne vous empêche d'interrompre, vous serez jamais a plus d'une grosse journée de ChiangMai.
Bonjour Uquina,
Reprenez moi si je me trompe... vous desirez visiter Chiang Mai et ses alentours...puis Chiang Rai... pour ensuite decouvrir la province Nan et finir sur Phayao...tout cela en 10 jours ??? Selon ma propre experience et ma maniere de voyager qui est peut etre totalement a l'opposee de la votre...je pense sincerement que c'est trop... Vous avez peut etre juste le desir de survoler la region et simplement de vous delecter des belles routes montagneuses...dans ce sens je dirais pourquoi pas...mais en ''gros cube'' de preference...car en 125 vous aller tout de meme souffrir... la moyenne de kms a avaler sur seulement 10 jours va etre assez elevee. La decouverte de Nan et de Phayao ne doit pas se limiter aux villes du meme nom...cela serait vraiment dommage de ne pas se perdre un peu aux confins de ces deux provinces...le charme agit d'autant plus qu'on emprunte les chemins de traverse...😇... Pour l'hebergement pas de soucis pour loger dans les villes comme l'on tres bien precise les precedents intervenants... en dehors il faudra etre un peu plus organise car les GH et Resorts sont assez peu nombreux voir inexistant dans certains coins... Le debut de parcours dessine par PIPI est tres bien mais comme il le dit lui meme...arrive a Chiang Khong...il fatigue deja😛... en etant un peu moins gourmands vous allez forcement gagner en qualite de voyage... Voila pour mon petit avis perso... A votre ecoute si besoin... Bien cordialement
Reprenez moi si je me trompe... vous desirez visiter Chiang Mai et ses alentours...puis Chiang Rai... pour ensuite decouvrir la province Nan et finir sur Phayao...tout cela en 10 jours ??? Selon ma propre experience et ma maniere de voyager qui est peut etre totalement a l'opposee de la votre...je pense sincerement que c'est trop... Vous avez peut etre juste le desir de survoler la region et simplement de vous delecter des belles routes montagneuses...dans ce sens je dirais pourquoi pas...mais en ''gros cube'' de preference...car en 125 vous aller tout de meme souffrir... la moyenne de kms a avaler sur seulement 10 jours va etre assez elevee. La decouverte de Nan et de Phayao ne doit pas se limiter aux villes du meme nom...cela serait vraiment dommage de ne pas se perdre un peu aux confins de ces deux provinces...le charme agit d'autant plus qu'on emprunte les chemins de traverse...😇... Pour l'hebergement pas de soucis pour loger dans les villes comme l'on tres bien precise les precedents intervenants... en dehors il faudra etre un peu plus organise car les GH et Resorts sont assez peu nombreux voir inexistant dans certains coins... Le debut de parcours dessine par PIPI est tres bien mais comme il le dit lui meme...arrive a Chiang Khong...il fatigue deja😛... en etant un peu moins gourmands vous allez forcement gagner en qualite de voyage... Voila pour mon petit avis perso... A votre ecoute si besoin... Bien cordialement
" Tant de mains pour transformer ce monde...et si peu de regards pour le contempler...
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Blog perso : http://mikthai-thailande.blogspot.com plus de 1800 photos sur la Thaïlande !!!
Il s'agit de Patrick "nanyouth" : http://voyageforum.com/membres/nanyouth/
Bonjour Kemaï ,
Je suis d'accord avec toi , en faisant comme je disais ICI si bien sur Uquina désire d'aller vers Nan là oui et à l'aise et en empruntant des petites routes comme j'explique . Mais Chiang Raï en plus ça fait de trop .
Je suis d'accord avec toi , en faisant comme je disais ICI si bien sur Uquina désire d'aller vers Nan là oui et à l'aise et en empruntant des petites routes comme j'explique . Mais Chiang Raï en plus ça fait de trop .
@+ , 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 .
Se préciser est un grand mot, quand nous voyageons, nous nous donnons quelques objectifs et nous improvisons sur place.
Je récolte des infos, principalement sur VF ou grâce aux membres de VF comme toi par exemple, je compile, je mémorise et j'utilise ou non sur place. Je n'aime pas voyager en ayant préparé un programme quotidien précis, j'aime prendre mon temps, rester quelque part si j'y suis bien, filer rapidement si je ne m'y sens pas bien.
Pour ce voyage, les objectifs sont définis, je continue à glaner ici ou là des infos.
Bien moi c'est le contraire, j'aime avoir un parcours des dates avant de partir, mais une fois sur place si c'est trop chargé, j'abandonne, je saute un jour, en bref j'adapte le rythme. Ce qui me fait le plus manquer de découverte, c'est ma femme et les enfants qui veulent se lever plus tard et faire beaucoup de chose, ce n'est élas pas compatible! et c'est eux qui regrettent a la tombée du jour de ne pas avoir faits la moitié de ce qui étaient prévu.
Donc je pense que nos résultats sont a peut de chose près les mêmes a part que mon points d'attache est beaucoup plus rigide et que chaque départ et retour sont obligatoirement la belle-famille.
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There are four of us, and we’re not traveling light, so a minibus isn’t an option. ;-)
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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!






