Je viens de m'inscrire sur ce site afin de trouver des renseignements sur mon futur voyage en thailande (du 27 mars au 8 avril). J'arrive sur Phuket et serai très interessé pour voir les iles de la thailande.
J'aimerai passé 7 à 8 jours dans différents endroits (Krabi/ Kho Pi Pi/Koh Ngai/ Kho lanta etc...)
J'aimerai avoir vos conseils sur un programme type pour voir le maximum d'endroits ainsi que les endroits qui valent ou pas le coup (j'ai cru voir un débat sur Kho lipe qui avait l'air pourtant très beau).
Merci d'avance pour les tous les renseignements (transports, hotels activités etc...) que vous pourrez me donner...
Tout le monde me parle de Kho Lipe..Par contre je viens de lire sur le forum que cette ile est beaucoup moins sympa qu'avant..En même temps je ne sais pas comment cela était avant car je ne connais pas cette région de la Thailande...
Krabi OK
Kho Lanta OK
Faut il obligatoirement passer une nuit sur chaque île pour bien en profiter ou pas? Sachant que je compte me ballader dans plusieurs iles pendant environ 7 jours...
Quelqu'un aurait d'autres idées pour voir le meilleur de cette région en 7 jours?
Krabi n'est pas une île et je crois qu'en 7 jours va falloir diminuer vos déplacements a maximum 2 endroits car sinon vous allez passer votre temps dans les transports, ca serait dommage d'aller si loin pour ne voir que les ferries 😉
Ne faites pas tout au pas de course car il y a pas mal de choses a voir dans le coin comme la baie de Phang Nga, Koh Raya...etc qui demandent une journée en excursion 🙂 7 jours c'est vite passé vous verrez bien 😉 J'éliminerai Koh Lipe et Tarutao car trop loin et je choisirai entre Krabi et Phuket car un peu dans le même style. Comme je dis souvent il ne faut pas commettre l'erreur de vouloir tout voir avec le risque de ne rien voir au final 😛 Il y a de belles plages et ca serait dommage de ne pas en profiter 😉
En sept jours depuis phuket:
Phuket tu trouveras un max d'endroit ou sortir et faire la fête jusqu'au bout de la nuit: patong, kata..
De phuket-ville tu trouveras des "agences de voyage" qui te vendront des billets pour les ferries à destination de koh yao, koh phiphi, tonsaï beach-krabi, Ao nang-krabi, koh lanta(pour lanta compter 800-900 bahts).
Pour moi koh lanta est sympas car c'est assez grand pour y trouver un beau terrain d'exploration en motorbike(250 bhts la journée): longe les deux côtes et traverse l'île, pleins de bars sympas où faire la fête tout en étant bien posés dans des hamacs au bord de l'eau mode apéro soleil couchant(pour la côte Est).
Concerts live jusqu'au bout de la nuit au TING TONG bar avec un groupe local.
Tu trouveras aisément un ticket pour des excursions en ferry dans différentes ïles autour: koh phiphi, koh ma, koh mook, koh kradan.
La grotte d'émeraude (au départ en ferry à la journée, compter 800 bahts) en snorkelling est sympas à faire.
En gros tu peux prendre une première fois un petit ferry avec un groupe de 20 personnes pour snorkeller (à la journée depuis koh lanta) sur koh kradan koh mook koh mah.
Et une autre fois sur koh phi phi avec un stop là bas deux jours pour y passer UNE soirée sachant que c'est un peu une mini ibiza.
Koh lanta a des plages de sable blond et de beaux couchers de soleil.
Le mieux est de prendre un tuk tuk à sala dan pour rejoindre klong kong beach et ensuite de remonter la plage à pied à la recherche du bungalow de tes rêves. J'ai adoré le "green chili" et ses vastes bungalows de bambous avec une belle douche(500 baht par nuit), à 25m de la plage et d'un excellent restau ou tu pourras déguster des "tod man plaa" (beignets de poissons) épicés accompagnés d'une bonne bière pour une 100 aine de bahts.
plongée, spéléo facile, full/half/black moon party (dans la jungle), concert de reggae, match de boxe thai, cours de cuisine, massage...
Et l'ambiance particulière de Lanta avec ce mélange de bouddhistes (minoritaires) et musulmans(majoritaires). génial.
Bonjour
je suis une adepte de la Thaïlande!!
J y vais tous les ans depuis 1 dizaine d' année et je connais bien le sud prochain départ du 25 mars au15 avril!!!
notre circuit habituel est bkk phuket ( il commence a y avoir beaucoup de monde mais 6 jours c est bien c est le départ de pas mal d' exursion) ko pee pee ko samui et retour bkk
pour ko lanta ya pas grand chose a voir ça n'a que le nom par rapport a l émission
je ne connais pas tuaratao et ko lipe
pour ko pee pee( au moins 5 jours) nous on adore!!! Krabi ( 3 jours sont suffisant)c est magnifique mais un peu cher
mais mon avis est très personnel d' autre te diront qu il déteste car il y a beaucoup trop de monde
on a connu le sud bien avant le sunami et effectivement on est passé des plage de Robinson crusoe a Ibiza !!!
Mais les paysage resteront toujours les mêmes!
vas y et tu jugeras de toi et l ambiance y est quand même particulièr!
Je pourais te parlerde la Thaïlande pendant des heures alors si t as d' autre question n hesite pas
notre circuit habituel est bkk phuket ( il commence a y avoir beaucoup de monde mais 6 jours c est bien c est le départ de pas mal d' exursion) ko pee pee ko samui et retour bkk
Phuket est un lieu de départ pour une excursion a Koh Samui? 😮 En jet privé peut-être? 😉
Pour aller sur Phi Phi moi je conseille au contraire un départ de Phuket mais c'est pareil, cet avis est personnel!
Quant à l'arrivée sur Phi Phi si tu cherches un endroit: "Phi Phi relax beach resort" qui est de l'autre côté de l'ile par rapport au port d'arrivée des ferries; le resort n'est atteignable qu'en long tail ou à pied à travers la forêt (tu passeras alors par le view point qui te permettra d'apprecier une vue magnifique sur l'île... mais aussi les dégâts du tsunami qui ne sont pas encore complétement effacés), mais attention: une bonne heure de marche tout de même! Si tu as de la chance tu pourras voir des singes.
L'avantage de cet hotel est que tu te croiras vraiment au bout du monde, avec des bungalow sur la plage, la forêt dans le dos et la mer devant... l'inconvénient est que tu seras loin des animations, bars et autres restaurants. C'est un choix!
J'aimerais faire toutes ces iles magnifiques ( koh phi phi et d'autres.)
pensez vous que cela soit suffisant??
C'est faisable mais je pense que c'est trop peu pour bien en profiter, en 10 jours contentez-vous de Phuket, Krabi, Phi Phi et Lanta ou alors enlevez soit Phuket, soit Krabi car ce sont 2 endroits ou il faut rester plus de 2 jours pour en profiter et voir les différents sites intéressants de chaque endroit, et faire une ou 2 excursions.
est ce une bonne idée de rester basé à patong?
NON mais ca n'engage que moi, c'est a mon avis le pire endroit de Phuket ou résider a moins d'aimer la foule, la fête et une plage parmi les moins belles (pleines de parasols, de jet skis et autres activités bruyantes) de l'île.
est il nécessaire de rester plusieurs jours sur une de ces iles??
Comme dis précédemment Phuket, Krabi (qui n'est pas île je le répète) et Lanta surement, aucun intérêt d'y rester juste une journée sauf si c'est une étape obligée de votre circuit. Phi Phi mérite d'y rester au moins 2 jours même si ce n'est pas une île que j'affectionne beaucoup (de nombreuses personnes aiment beaucoup cette petite île, surtout celles qui pratiquent la plongée). Koh Lipe et Tarutao sont beaucoup plus loin au sud et cela prend bien une demi-journée pour s'y rendre depuis Lanta, a vous de voir si vous voulez passer votre temps dans les transports ou bien profiter un peu de farniente a la plage 😉
🤪 mieux vaut tard que jamais , ton poste date du 21 mars.. et la méteo s annonce catastrophique pour toute la région...
SI TU PEUX... 😇 dégage sur bali.....
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Hi there,
I’ve found so many tips and reviews on this forum, so it’s my turn to contribute a little.
We spent just over two weeks with our family, with the following itinerary:
- Hanoi: 5 days
- Halong Bay: 3 days and 2 nights
- Tam Coc: 3 days
- Mai Chau: 2 days
- Sapa: 3 days
We got around by bike, scooter, Grab, and bus.
Our main accommodations were homestays and hotels in Hanoi.
We visited lots of museums, temples, and neighborhoods in Hanoi.
We did a 2-day, 1-night trek in Sapa with May, a Hmong local, without going through an agency.
A few small regrets: the weather was overcast, and we couldn’t make it to Fansipan, but nothing major 😅. We also couldn’t find transport to get from Sapa to Mu Cang Chai.
Other than that, this trip will stay in our memories for the kindness of the Vietnamese people, the connections we made, the food (street food, homestays...), the coffee 😋, the landscapes, and how easy it was to get around...
Our goal was to take our time and focus only on a small part of northern Vietnam.
If you need any tips or recommendations, don’t hesitate to ask.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hi there, we’re landing at Hanoi Airport and would like to head straight to Cao Bang without going into Hanoi. Does anyone know if there are buses that go directly from the airport to Cao Bang (especially in the early afternoon)? Thanks in advance!
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!
hi everyone,
I want to travel in the north for 3 weeks in September-October 2026 to meet ethnic minorities, photograph mountain rice terraces and their harvest, and revisit Halong Bay—but maybe Lan Ha Bay instead. Can you recommend one or more local agencies?
Thanks, and happy holidays!
I need some expert advice on these two destinations for a 15-day trip. We land in KL and plan to stay for 2 days before heading to Borneo and finishing with an island for snorkeling.
For those who’ve been, what are your must-sees?
We were thinking of spending the last 3 days on the Perhentian Islands, unless you’ve got another island to recommend near Borneo.
Thanks for your tips and help!
Hi everyone,
Could you share your thoughts on my 3-week itinerary?
We’re a small group (family + friends) of 12 people, planning to leave around January 21, 2027.
Here’s my itinerary:
3 nights in Bangkok
4 nights in Chiang Mai
3 nights on Koh Samui
3 nights on Koh Phangan
4 nights in Krabi
4 nights in Phuket
I’m also open to any great tips you might have...
Thanks, everyone! Alain.
I’d love to get some feedback on our itinerary—it’s probably pretty basic! This is our second trip to Asia and our first to Indonesia. We have three kids aged 20, 18, and 12. We land in Jakarta at 4 PM, spend 3 nights/2 days there, then take the train to Yogyakarta for 3 nights/2 days, followed by the train to Surabaya for 2 nights/1 day, then the train to Bromo for 1 day/1 night, a private driver to Ijen for 2 nights/2 days, then on to Bali (Ubud) for 4 nights/3 days, followed by Gili Air for 3 nights/2 days, Senggigi (Lombok) for 2 nights, and finally 5 nights in Kuta. I’m considering cutting the 2 nights in Senggigi to just keep Kuta and extend it to 7 nights. In Lombok, I’m not sure how to get around since I’m not comfortable with scooters... Your thoughts on all of this, and any advice, are more than welcome—don’t hesitate!
For those wondering why cities like Jakarta and Surabaya: we don’t often get the chance to visit big Asian cities, so we wanted to include that discovery in our trip. The trains between Jakarta and Yogyakarta, Surabaya and Probolinggo are booked. The return flight from Lombok to Jakarta is also set. Accommodations are booked but flexible (same for the trains).
Hi! I’m planning a 15-day trip to Malaysia. The idea is to visit KL for 2 or 3 days, then Borneo, and I’m wondering what to do with the rest of the time. I’d like to finish with the Perhentian Islands... What do you think? Any tips or advice would be great—I’d really appreciate it!
Hi everyone,
I’m looking for addresses for guesthouses or, even better, houseboats or rafting houses on the River Kwai, between Kanchanaburi and Sangkhlaburi, to spend a few weeks contemplating this beautiful river.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Premaria
Hi there,
we’re currently in Mai Chau and tomorrow we’re hitting the road back to Hanoi to head up toward Bac Ha and Sapa.
We haven’t really had a set plan since we arrived—we’ve already done the Halong Bay on land and by sea.
I’ve got 2 free days before heading to Bac Ha and Sapa.
Any tips?
Thanks, and looking forward to hearing from you.
Hi fellow travelers,
First trip to Vietnam.
We’ll be arriving in Ho Chi Minh City during Tet.
Is it complicated to find accommodation and get around during this period?
Any tips would be welcome.
Thanks for your replies.
Silly question—backpack or hard-shell suitcase for the Sepilok, Kinabatangan, Tioman, KL trip?
I’m struggling to fit all my son’s and my stuff into the 70L backpack... and I’m thinking a suitcase would be easier, but I’m not sure if it’ll work for getting around.
Hi there,
I didn’t plan to return to Thailand this year, but my health conditions mean it’ll be the best place for me to stay between two trips to India. The tourism setup there is so well-organized that it’s the most "comfortable" country for a short visit. Thailand feels too sanitized for my taste, and there’s too much religion, Buddha, and the King, but it’s still the best option given how my health has been evolving. I’d considered two weeks in ThaTon for hiking, but I got too sick from the burn-offs during my trips to the mountains around Chiang Rai. So I’m not sure where to go this year. Definitely not the sea, touristy spots, or the mountains with burn-offs...
Hello.
In 1996, we crossed Vietnam from Saigon to Hanoi by motorbike—Minsk bikes we bought in Saigon. I haven’t been back since, and it seems like a lot has changed.
- We’re heading to the south (well, the north and center) with the family in July-August (3 people).
- Is the road network more developed now? Back then, there was only National Route 1 from south to north. I’m thinking of renting a car this time (no motorbike with the family—though in ’96, they had a Jawa sidecar for sale, and we hesitated… maybe it’s for the best).
- Is Halong Bay really something to avoid because of overtourism? Even back then, it was pretty crowded. Is there a less touristy alternative?
- We’ll be traveling from Hanoi down to Danang (the only city we didn’t stop in back in ’96). Even though it’s a bit overhyped in a Chinese-tourist kind of way (from what I’ve read), we’re only going for the beach—pure relaxation for 7 days. The beaches are stunning, and I know the South China Sea is warm like coffee.
- Then, we’ll visit Hoi An, where I stopped in ’96. It was already popular with backpackers back then, but no glowing boats or all the touristy fuss!
- After that, Hue, where I have great memories—it’s a beautiful city.
- And also the nature around Ninh Binh, followed by 2-3 days in Hanoi.
That’s the plan. I’d love to hear any tips to avoid mass tourism, and if anyone’s done this before:
- Is it possible to rent a car in Danang and drop it off in Hanoi?
Hey everyone,
I’m over in East Borneo in mid-July.
I’m struggling to wrap up the end of my itinerary, even though it’s pretty straightforward (long but simple).
Last year, we did Malaysia (KL and the mainland + around Kuching).
Day 1 – Arrive in Kota Kinabalu early, stroll around town and hit the must-sees.
Day 2 – Excursion to Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, snorkeling at 3 islands.
Day 3 – Hike around Mount Kinabalu without summiting (450 per person, no way).
Day 4 – Poring Hot Springs + evening flight to Sandakan.
Day 5-6-7 – Kinabatangan River (still looking for the right guide).
Day 8 – Sepilok for the orangutans, the Sun Bear Centre, and Rainforest Discovery Centre.
Day 9 – Selingan, turtle island.
Day 10 – Head to Semporna.
Day 11-12-13-14 – Sipadan, Mabul, Kapalai.
Day 15 – Bohey Dulang.
Day 16 to Day 25: I’M STUCK.
I looked into Danum Valley, but for 3 days/2 nights, they’re quoting 650 € per person—come on, that’s ridiculous.
I checked out a detour into Indonesia (still East Borneo), but I’m having trouble deciding what would be amazing.
I read about Sangalaki + Kakaban (2 islands, 1 base) / Mahakam Delta - Kutai (orangutans and river) / Sungai Boh (Dayak Kayan) – jungle & culture.
But honestly, I’m struggling to finalize this itinerary.
If we venture that way, we’d head back to KK from Balikpapan.
For a 4-month stay in Egypt, I had ENORMOUS problems. The regulations are very bureaucratic and extremely nitpicky there. For a 4-month stay in the Philippines, I was wondering if the procedures are just as complicated? I’m bringing my cell phone with an eSIM. Should I choose a plan from Canada for use in the Philippines, or should I get a plan only once I arrive? After 30 days, do I renew with the Canadian provider I chose before leaving, or do I switch to a local company? Do I need to register my phone with the authorities in the Philippines? (That was the case in Egypt.) For the 3rd and 4th months, will it be just as simple—renewing with a Canadian or local provider—or should I expect problems?
Hello,
I’ll be in Malaysia with my wife, mainly in Langkawi and Penang for Christmas and New Year’s at the end of 2026.
If you’ve had the experience—and since I’ve read (though it’s not very clear) that these two islands get quite crowded during this period—would you recommend booking accommodation well in advance, or is it easy to find something on the spot?
Hotels or Airbnb?
Do you have any great tips for accommodation or any practical info to share?
We’ll be staying 5 to 7 days on each island.
Thanks in advance for your replies
Hi there. To make the most of Lake Toba, is it better to find accommodation on the lake’s shores (which one?) or on Samosir Island? Thanks for your tips!
Hi there,
We’re heading to Vietnam as a family on July 8th for a little over 3 weeks (north and center). We’ve only booked the first 3 nights in Hanoi, and nothing else after that. We like to decide things on the spot and go with the flow, without rushing everywhere. But I’m still a bit unsure: when heading down to the center (Hue), is it better to book the overnight trains in advance? We don’t want to take any flights while we’re there—just use the overnight train for the long trips. But I’m worried we won’t get seats if we buy the tickets on the spot, say, 2 days before. What do the experts here think? And which website can we use to book the tickets? Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hi everyone!
I’m heading back to Thailand in July 2026 with a stopover in Cambodia to visit the Angkor site.
After Angkor, I’ve booked a stay on Ko Chang island. Does anyone know if there are direct transport options from Cambodia to Ko Chang without having to go back through Bangkok? That would be amazing!!
I think there are, but I’d need more details!!
I went to Thailand in February 2025 and don’t remember having to apply for a visa—is that still the case now? And for Cambodia too?
Thanks so much!!!
Laurence from Bayonne
Hi,
After our trip to China, we want to spend a week in the Philippines for some beach time and snorkeling.
We're looking for the best spot to settle in—nice beaches, great marine life, and short transfer times.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Does anyone know of a private transfer or taxi company that organizes transfers from the Sukhothai area to Chiang Mai?
Our routes are Sukhothai-Lampang, Lampang-Chom Thong, and Chom Thong-Chiang Mai.
My searches on Google Maps, 12Go, and others haven’t turned up much...
For our Bangkok-Sukhothai trips, I use a company I’ve already tried, but they don’t have a fleet available from Sukhothai and have to go through third-party companies—which, understandably, take their commission. This nearly doubles the prices...
There are four of us, and we’re not traveling light, so a minibus isn’t an option. ;-)
Hello,
While traveling in Thailand, I’m looking for a Buddhist kumlai reed bracelet.
Does anyone know where I can find one?
In Bangkok, I visited a few temples but didn’t see any in the nearby shops.
If you have any ideas, I’d love to hear them! Have a great day! :-)
My trip’s coming up, and I’m having a bit of trouble with three bus/minivan routes. Usually, I find everything at this time of year, but this time—yikes!
Sandakan → Sepilok:
No app for this one—you just hop on bus #14 at the local terminal (pay cash on board). But where do I catch it, and where’s the stop??
Sandakan → Semporna:
From what I’ve heard, it’s the Sida Express company (great name, right? 😄).
Can’t book online, but apparently, you *have* to because there’s only one bus at 8 AM.
Where do I board, and where does it drop me off?
Semporna → Tawau:
Found this via AI—is it legit?
No online booking, as far as I can tell.
Minivans leave from a stop in the Jalan Hospital area, near the Milimewa supermarket, supposedly????
And when you arrive, does it drop you at **Sabindo Square** in Tawau?????
Hi there,
we’ll be in Mai Chau in June and we’re thinking of heading to Sapa, but first spending a few days in Bac Ha to do some hiking and explore the area.
Is this a good idea for those who’ve been there?
How do you get there?
Thanks for your feedback.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hi there,
I’m planning an itinerary and would love some feedback on whether it’s doable and if the number of days per destination is enough—or too much. I was also debating whether to add an extra night on an island or spend an extra night in Kampot to visit Kep or Battambang.
March 23: Arrival in Phnom Penh in the morning
March 24: Phnom Penh
March 25: Phnom Penh
March 26: Depart for Kampot
March 27: Kampot
March 28: Depart for Battambang
March 29: Battambang
March 30: Tonlé SAP to Siem Reap
March 31: Siem Reap
April 1: Siem Reap
April 2: Siem Reap
April 3: Siem Reap
April 4: Siem Reap
April 5: Departure
