Thaïlande de mi-novembre à mi-décembre: où aller?
by Bad666
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
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bonjour a tous
je projette la thailande pour un petit mois de mi novembre a mi decembre
au programme je me ferais bien une petite semaine sur une ile cool, un peu de snorkeling, faire un peu la teuf(genre une petite fool moon pourquoi pas) et un petit tour dans le triangle d or
le truc c est que je ne sais pas trop ou aller avez vous de bons plans a me donner sur les trucs a faire, a voir, a ne surtout pas rater ...
a l occas je suis aussi preneur des plans eco pour les guest houses pas trop cheres car mon budget n est pas extensible
pensez vous que je peux m en tirer avec entre 20 et 30 euros par jour (sans compter l avion) j aimerais bien me trouver une petite ile avec des jolies plages et pas trop de touristes si ca existe encore
mes centres d interets sont la nature, la faune, la flore, la rando, la rencotre des habitants, et la fete aussi bien sur 😎
bref je suis preneur de tout ce que vous pourrez me dire😇
merci d avance
askatasuna
j oubliais, je suis plutot touriste roots je ne recherche pas le luxe des hebergements sans ac , tv, eau froide et toilettes partagées me conviennent parfaitement
askatasuna
😄pour la question budget tu sera a l aise mais sans abus d alcool
ce que tu ne doit pas rater c est le 5 décembre grande fête
pour une bonne plage les pieds dans l eau et la ete sous le parasol je ne veut pas te dire ou tu doit aller mais tu vas trouver facilement sur ce site fais une recherche
mais a l arrival a Bangkok ou vas tu aller cela est important ..il faut prendre le city line au sous sol ...jusque au terminus cela c est facile ensuite vas a victory monument par metro
tu a la station des bus urbain ...tu vas khao san road c est le rdv des routard ...tu trouve un hotel pour moins de 10 euros ....et tu a tous les agence pour faire un choix ou tu veut aller ...pas de soucis 30euros jour cela c est suffisant mais juste pour dormir et manger ...cela dans les iles du sud si tu bouge trop .
hé tu paye plus ..mais si tu ne bouge pas hé tu vas t ennuyer et tu auras rien vue ....ecoute je ne vais pas te dicter ou tu vas aller ...mais a khao san tu est pres des temple et la rivière chao praya ne rate pas ..une ballade sur la riviere ...voila mon ami
😎pas de soucis avec 30euros jour c est suffisant sans te priver mais si tu vas au sud c est plus cher et c est juste sans foli
😄pour la question budget tu sera a l aise mais sans abus d alcool
a propos ca tourne autour des combien une biere par curiosité ?
a propos ca tourne autour des combien une biere par curiosité ?
askatasuna
et c est quoi cette grande fete du 5 decembre ? ca se passe ou ? c est ou ? c est ou ? 😇
askatasuna
😉une biere grande environ 2 euros pour la fete tkp si je serais je te ferais un signe
B🙂njour/Sawasdee Steph,
Félicitations pour votre projet, mi-nov/mi-dec est une période agréable, à priori de fin de mousson (enfin, on n'est jamais à l'abri d'un décallage météo..). Quelques conseils, modestement, pour tenir votre budget Privilégier: - La 3ème classe de train pour vos déplacements intérieurs. - Les marchés alimentaires locaux (de jour et/ou de nuit, pas forcément au même endroit dans la ville, selon sa taille) et/ou les stands de rue, plutôt que les restos des secteurs des guesthouses (souvent regroupées dans les villes). - Les guesthouses proposant des dortoirs.Mieux vaut ne pas réserver à l'avance, via des sites web par ex, et prospecter in situ (pour éviter les désillusions et éventuellement négocier le prix du lit en fonction de votre nombre de nuitées).Pensez à emporter un petit cadenas pour votre casier.N'oubliez pas que les établissements qui ne figurent ni sur les guides-papier ni sur les sites internet de résa se révèlent souvent les "meilleurs plans" (accueil, qualité/prix et parfois même ambiance).
Vous avez apparemment déjà baroudé, vous savez que l'échange de tuyaux (vécus surtout) entre guests d'hébergement (qui s'assemble, se ressemble..) est souvent pertinent. J'ai lu que vous aviez Koh Lanta dans votre viseur: pas sûr, à la lueur du descriptif de votre projet et de votre profil, qu'elle vous convienne vraiment: ptêtre un peu trop "mainstream" pour vous: beaucoup de Céfrans, familles, retraîtés, lunes de miel....bref pas dans le mouv' !!! Regardez ptêtre du côté de Koh Phayam, ou Koh Jum, par ex.Par contre, choisissez bien la plage où vous débarquerez. Koh Phangan, pour la fool moon (vérifiez les dates), peut aussi faire votre affaire. Quelques étapes pas encore trop bétonnées sur la côte du Golfe du Siam, entre Hua Hin et Surathani, peuvent également être sympas, mais davantage pour leur tranquillité.
Bonne prépa de votre goodtrip et à votre dispo pour des questions plus précises.
Cdlt,
Yell😉wmop.
Félicitations pour votre projet, mi-nov/mi-dec est une période agréable, à priori de fin de mousson (enfin, on n'est jamais à l'abri d'un décallage météo..). Quelques conseils, modestement, pour tenir votre budget Privilégier: - La 3ème classe de train pour vos déplacements intérieurs. - Les marchés alimentaires locaux (de jour et/ou de nuit, pas forcément au même endroit dans la ville, selon sa taille) et/ou les stands de rue, plutôt que les restos des secteurs des guesthouses (souvent regroupées dans les villes). - Les guesthouses proposant des dortoirs.Mieux vaut ne pas réserver à l'avance, via des sites web par ex, et prospecter in situ (pour éviter les désillusions et éventuellement négocier le prix du lit en fonction de votre nombre de nuitées).Pensez à emporter un petit cadenas pour votre casier.N'oubliez pas que les établissements qui ne figurent ni sur les guides-papier ni sur les sites internet de résa se révèlent souvent les "meilleurs plans" (accueil, qualité/prix et parfois même ambiance).
Vous avez apparemment déjà baroudé, vous savez que l'échange de tuyaux (vécus surtout) entre guests d'hébergement (qui s'assemble, se ressemble..) est souvent pertinent. J'ai lu que vous aviez Koh Lanta dans votre viseur: pas sûr, à la lueur du descriptif de votre projet et de votre profil, qu'elle vous convienne vraiment: ptêtre un peu trop "mainstream" pour vous: beaucoup de Céfrans, familles, retraîtés, lunes de miel....bref pas dans le mouv' !!! Regardez ptêtre du côté de Koh Phayam, ou Koh Jum, par ex.Par contre, choisissez bien la plage où vous débarquerez. Koh Phangan, pour la fool moon (vérifiez les dates), peut aussi faire votre affaire. Quelques étapes pas encore trop bétonnées sur la côte du Golfe du Siam, entre Hua Hin et Surathani, peuvent également être sympas, mais davantage pour leur tranquillité.
Bonne prépa de votre goodtrip et à votre dispo pour des questions plus précises.
Cdlt,
Yell😉wmop.
bonjour et merci pour ces conseils j avais aussi repéré kho payam. pour l instant j ai encore rien defini (et je change souvent de plans en cours de route) mais d aprés ce que tu me dis (on se tutoie hein 😉) je vais peut etre pas me diriger vers kho lanta as tu des bon plans a donner sur phayam ?
est ce que tu sais s il y a moyen d y faire un peu de snorkeling depuis la cote ? ou dans les environs (sans me rajouter 20000 baths de transport
kho jum j ai pas entendu parler c est comment ?
et sinon qu est ce que tu veux dire par : choisis bien la plage ou tu vas debarquer ??? ca change quoi ?
merci d avance pour tes réponses 🙂
askatasuna
B🙂njour Steph,
Nous sommes "raccord", un voyage individuel doît laisser à la rencontre et au ressenti du moment une disponibilité, une réceptivité.
Je n'ai jamais visité Koh Payam, projet laissé tombé au bénéfice d'une autre étape sur la côte du Golfe de Siam, en cours d'itinéraire en novembre dernier.Perso j'avais ciblé les plages de la façade Ouest de Koh Phayam.Un camarade très actif de VF, Philgo, "défend" ardemment cette île et pourra probablement te tuyauter (regarde aussi sur le moteur de recherche du forum, en haut de page).
Koh Jum (ou Koh Pu): avions bien aimé, début 2011.Plages pour différents styles de visiteurs (North Lubo Beach regroupait principalement les jeunes backpackers ), vie locale sympa dans l'intérieur de l'île (Musulmane, comme la plupart dans le Sud Thaï). Un lien intéressant selon moi: http://www.kohjumonline.com/
Quand je conseille de , j'entends par là que souvent, chaque plage d'une île cible, à travers son offre touristique (gamme d'hébergements, offre de lieux "festifs", infrastructures de loisirs..) une certaine catégorie de voyageurs: familles, teufeurs, bling bling, luxe, "routards"....Si un "routard" débarque sur une plage "bling bling": les lieux risquent de ne pas lui correspondre 🤪. D'où l'importance de ne pas se planter de plage.
Enfin, s'agissant du snorkeling, je ne suis pas compétent pour te répondre: 1-le tourisme de masse dont je fais partie (oint de crème solaire nocive pour les coraux) ainsi que l'exploitation de la pêche locale et autres chantiers de construction de bungalows en bord de plage dont je suis client (gravas déchargés sur place, eaux usées...) ont depuis longtemps piétiné/saccagé les fonds sous-marins, aussi il ne reste plus grand chose à voir sur la plupart des rivages du Royaume; 2- je me suffis des merveilles sub-aquatiques incomparables que j'ai eus la chance d'observer en masque-tuba au cours de voyages antérieurs, notamment dans le Pacifique Sud...
En espérant que tu tires de ma nouvelle réponse un nectar comestible héhé.
Cdlt,
Yell😉wmop.
Nous sommes "raccord", un voyage individuel doît laisser à la rencontre et au ressenti du moment une disponibilité, une réceptivité.
Je n'ai jamais visité Koh Payam, projet laissé tombé au bénéfice d'une autre étape sur la côte du Golfe de Siam, en cours d'itinéraire en novembre dernier.Perso j'avais ciblé les plages de la façade Ouest de Koh Phayam.Un camarade très actif de VF, Philgo, "défend" ardemment cette île et pourra probablement te tuyauter (regarde aussi sur le moteur de recherche du forum, en haut de page).
Koh Jum (ou Koh Pu): avions bien aimé, début 2011.Plages pour différents styles de visiteurs (North Lubo Beach regroupait principalement les jeunes backpackers ), vie locale sympa dans l'intérieur de l'île (Musulmane, comme la plupart dans le Sud Thaï). Un lien intéressant selon moi: http://www.kohjumonline.com/
Quand je conseille de , j'entends par là que souvent, chaque plage d'une île cible, à travers son offre touristique (gamme d'hébergements, offre de lieux "festifs", infrastructures de loisirs..) une certaine catégorie de voyageurs: familles, teufeurs, bling bling, luxe, "routards"....Si un "routard" débarque sur une plage "bling bling": les lieux risquent de ne pas lui correspondre 🤪. D'où l'importance de ne pas se planter de plage.
Enfin, s'agissant du snorkeling, je ne suis pas compétent pour te répondre: 1-le tourisme de masse dont je fais partie (oint de crème solaire nocive pour les coraux) ainsi que l'exploitation de la pêche locale et autres chantiers de construction de bungalows en bord de plage dont je suis client (gravas déchargés sur place, eaux usées...) ont depuis longtemps piétiné/saccagé les fonds sous-marins, aussi il ne reste plus grand chose à voir sur la plupart des rivages du Royaume; 2- je me suffis des merveilles sub-aquatiques incomparables que j'ai eus la chance d'observer en masque-tuba au cours de voyages antérieurs, notamment dans le Pacifique Sud...
En espérant que tu tires de ma nouvelle réponse un nectar comestible héhé.
Cdlt,
Yell😉wmop.
deja merci 🙂
j ai regardé un peu ce que je trouvais sur phayam et jum
phayam me conviendrait bien de ce que j en ai vu, le seul truc c est qu il se dit qu on y trouve pas de petites echoppes ou manger pas cher et que du coup tu te retrouves un peu l "hotage" de ta guest house ou apparement les prix sont beaucoup plus élevés qu ailleurs et que tu fais vite mal a ton budget🤪
quelq un pourrait il me donner une idée des prix pratiqué sur l ile ?
kho jum je trouve pas grand chose comme info si vous y avez des infos et des bons plans j achéte
askatasuna
c est dans quel coin qu il faut aller sur koh jum quand on a la quarantaine mais qu on est resté jeune dans sa téte quand méme , qu on préfére la compagnie des gens du coin ou a la limite des touristes un peu fauchés que ceux qui se font leurs petites vacances dans le luxe, qu on aime bien se boire 1 ou 2 petites biéres de temps en temps, qu on néglige pas de tirer sur le bhang a l occas non plus, qu on aime bien grignoter des conneries a 20 cts plutot que d aller s assoir dans un restau a 10 balles et surtout mon critére le plus important c est que je kiffe d observer la nature tu sais toutes ce petites plantes, petites bébétes, grosses bébétes et toutes ces sortes de niaiseries ...
????
askatasuna
Re Steph,
Je réponds à la question que tu t'es posé à toi-même LOL (note que les meilleures réponses arrivent souvent de soi, tu as quelques mois pour plancher sur le sujet!!).
Plus sérieusement, suis un peu surpris par ta question: un voyageur "roots" (si rare sur VF) débarque dans un lieu, prend un peu de temps pour le "renifler" et suis son flair et/ou un Local et/ou un "collègue" dans la même démarche.Toutes les îles (ou presque) de Thaïlande peuvent livrer le genre de plans/trip que tu recherches.Fies-toi à l'heureux hasard de la rencontre dés ton arrivée, plutôt que d'espérer des tuyaux solides, concrets (adresses...) venant des membres de VF, comme moi, pour l'immense majorité plus "mainstream" (à dose variable). Ptêtre regarder du côté de Couchsurfing pour au moins nouer des liens et qui sait, déboucher sur des ouvertures.
Bonnes recherches.
Cdlt,
Yell😉wmop.
Je réponds à la question que tu t'es posé à toi-même LOL (note que les meilleures réponses arrivent souvent de soi, tu as quelques mois pour plancher sur le sujet!!).
Plus sérieusement, suis un peu surpris par ta question: un voyageur "roots" (si rare sur VF) débarque dans un lieu, prend un peu de temps pour le "renifler" et suis son flair et/ou un Local et/ou un "collègue" dans la même démarche.Toutes les îles (ou presque) de Thaïlande peuvent livrer le genre de plans/trip que tu recherches.Fies-toi à l'heureux hasard de la rencontre dés ton arrivée, plutôt que d'espérer des tuyaux solides, concrets (adresses...) venant des membres de VF, comme moi, pour l'immense majorité plus "mainstream" (à dose variable). Ptêtre regarder du côté de Couchsurfing pour au moins nouer des liens et qui sait, déboucher sur des ouvertures.
Bonnes recherches.
Cdlt,
Yell😉wmop.
re merci
en fait ce que je recherche surtout sur le forum c est d éviter les plans foireux et aussi que j ai toujours tellement hate de partir que en en parlant j ai deja un peu l impression d y etre 😎
askatasuna
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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! :)





