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Ramener de la nourriture et du vin à des amis thailandais
by Clairou68
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
salut a tous
nous partons mardi pour phuket, nous aimerions ramener du vin et de la charcuterie à nos amis qui en sont friands😛, est ce que ca va poser probleme a la douane ?A t on simplement le droit ?
DE PLUS, est ilpossible d'acheter des thb en france dans un banque?
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clairou68
nous partons mardi pour phuket, nous aimerions ramener du vin et de la charcuterie à nos amis qui en sont friands😛, est ce que ca va poser probleme a la douane ?A t on simplement le droit ?
DE PLUS, est ilpossible d'acheter des thb en france dans un banque?
Salut,
Aucun soucis à la douane .
Surtout ne pas acheter des baths ici en France trop cher au change et très difficile d'en trouver d'ailleurs, dès ton arrivée à l'aéroport tu as des bureaux de change, en ce moment c'est profitable pour nous car 1€ plus de 49 baths au change . 😉
Salut,
Aucun soucis à la douane .
Surtout ne pas acheter des baths ici en France trop cher au change et très difficile d'en trouver d'ailleurs, dès ton arrivée à l'aéroport tu as des bureaux de change, en ce moment c'est profitable pour nous car 1€ plus de 49 baths au change . 😉
@+ , 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 .
Aucun soucis à la douane ..........................Oui, mais le vin ne va t-il pas exploser en soute................!!!😛
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Aucun soucis à la douane .......................... Oui, mais le vin ne va t-il pas exploser en soute................!!!😛
C'est rare mais c'est arriver un jour à un de mes amis . 🤪
C'est rare mais c'est arriver un jour à un de mes amis . 🤪
@+ , 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 .
Le vin assimilé à un alcool est limité à une bouteille. Il m'est arrivé avec deux bouteilles d'avoir une réprimande d'un douanier zélé. En cas de contrôle, il est possible qu'une amende ou une confiscation soit appliquée, ou les deux... Si vous passez la douane à Phuket, ils sont en général plus zélés qu'à Bangkok car moins de "clients.""
"Le touriste apparait comme le principal agent de diffusion du mépris anti touristique. Plus le touriste se voit en miroir de l'autre, plus il le déteste".
JEAN DIDIER URBAIN "L'idiot du voyage"
JEAN DIDIER URBAIN "L'idiot du voyage"
oui comme dit henri sauf que c'est a 1 litre qu'on a droit d'ou la tolérance pour 2 bouteilles en fonction de l'humeur du douanier et de l'age du capitaine 😉 a partir de 3 bouteilles mieux vaut ne pas se faire prendre, pour 6 bouteilles on nous a demandé plus de 30 000 Baths d'amende et confiscation de 5 bouteilles sur 6 🏴☠️
Khun maa jak nai krap?
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
"""Aucun soucis à la douane ..........................
Oui, mais le vin ne va t-il pas exploser en soute................!!!""""
Aucun problème, ni à la douane, ni ailleurs. Les bouteilles bien protégées ( je mets du plastic à bulles autour ) au milieu de la valise. Je l' ai fait X fois sans aucun souci. Que du plaisir de voir combien les bénéficiaires sont heureux avec nos charcuteries, fromages, bons vins...
Aucun problème, ni à la douane, ni ailleurs. Les bouteilles bien protégées ( je mets du plastic à bulles autour ) au milieu de la valise. Je l' ai fait X fois sans aucun souci. Que du plaisir de voir combien les bénéficiaires sont heureux avec nos charcuteries, fromages, bons vins...
""Le voyage pour moi, ce n' est pas arriver, c' est partir. C' est l' imprévu de la prochaine escale, c' est le désir jamais comblé de connaître sans cesse autre chose, c' est demain, éternellement demain"" Roland Dorgelès.
A+++ Lisa
A+++ Lisa
En Asie le cadeau qui est unanimement apprécié est une bouteille de cognac français.
Pas sur que le vin offert corresponde à leur gout cdlt jean
Pas sur que le vin offert corresponde à leur gout cdlt jean
oui comme dit henri sauf que c'est a 1 litre qu'on a droit d'ou la tolérance pour 2 bouteilles en fonction de l'humeur du douanier et de l'age du capitaine 😉 a partir de 3 bouteilles mieux vaut ne pas se faire prendre, pour 6 bouteilles on nous a demandé plus de 30 000 Baths d'amende et confiscation de 5 bouteilles sur 6 🏴☠️
je ne me suis jamais fais controler mais ce que tu dis est un peu inquietant demandé 30000 b, combien as tu paye ??
je ne me suis jamais fais controler mais ce que tu dis est un peu inquietant demandé 30000 b, combien as tu paye ??
🙂Un truc très important: quand une famille part, la compagnie enregistre toutes les valises à une seule personne....Eh bien il faut refuser au cas où chacun se balade avec une bouteille"attention les enfants mineurs ne comptent pas".Parce que que pour la douane en Thaïlande: c'est une personne qui balande avec X litres de vin!
En bref, chacun enregistre sa valise avec au max une bouteille d'un litre!😉sauf les enfants!
combien as tu paye ??
0 Baths 🙂 et récupérer toutes les bouteilles 3 jours plus tard 😉
Khun maa jak nai krap?
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
ca me semble plus correct
ca me semble plus correct Non c'est bien le tarif, j'ai pu passer au travers une fois mais s'il y avait une prochaine fois 🤪🏴☠️
Khun maa jak nai krap?
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
Je ne pense pas qu'il y ait de problème j'ai toujours amené dans tous mes voyages du saucisson, du champagne, du fromage du vin donc à toi de bien les ranger dans ta valise et il n'y a aucun soucis!
Where there's a will there's a way!
Je voulais amener du vin Français à des amis, ils ont dit : on préfère le whisky,
Mdr, un bon repas avec du whisky-soda c'est gâcher.😕
je vais leur ramener un bon vieux whisky breton (si si ça existe), avec la gueule de bois en cadeau et les maux de ventre.
Par contre ils ne connaissent pas le Rhum, je suis assez étonné.
Mdr, un bon repas avec du whisky-soda c'est gâcher.😕
je vais leur ramener un bon vieux whisky breton (si si ça existe), avec la gueule de bois en cadeau et les maux de ventre.
Par contre ils ne connaissent pas le Rhum, je suis assez étonné.
Homme libre, toujours tu chérira la mer.
Allez les potes, on s'y met tous et on rédige une thèse sur le sujet !!! Ou quelqu'un écrit un bouquin ? Les deux, non ? Allez, hauts les coeurs...
A l'est... Toujours à l'est...
comme khun boum le vin n'est pas une denrée rare, il y a un français que a une bonne cave, la french connections, sur phuket ( entre autre ) pas besoin de traficoter
par contre, fromages et autres je crois que c'est très bien venu,
« Le voyage apprend la tolérance. »
Benjamin Disraeli
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Par contre ils ne connaissent pas le Rhum, je suis assez étonné.
C'est normal ils appellent ca du baccardi 😉😄😏😏 avec quoi on fait le mai tai d'après toi? 😇😛
Khun maa jak nai krap?
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
Salut Boum,
Je n'ai jamais gouté le Mai Tai, apparemment c'est Tahitien à la base base.
De plus pour mes cocktails je n'utilise jamais de baccardi (Rhum de base tout pourri comme le havana), enfin les gouts et les couleurs....
Petit extrait d'une discution avec une amie Thai :
Elle : "Peux tu me ramener du Numéro 5 "? Moi : "De quoi ? du Label 5 ? le whisky "?😉 Elle : "Mais non du parfum" Moi : "Ha bon ? du Chanel ? c'est plus le même budget 🙁, tu préfères pas du label 5" ? Elle : "Hahaha Tingtong" Stéphane🙂
Apparemment lui offrir du parfum ne la dérange aucunement . (cf post au le sujet des cadeaux)
Je n'ai jamais gouté le Mai Tai, apparemment c'est Tahitien à la base base.
De plus pour mes cocktails je n'utilise jamais de baccardi (Rhum de base tout pourri comme le havana), enfin les gouts et les couleurs....
Petit extrait d'une discution avec une amie Thai :
Elle : "Peux tu me ramener du Numéro 5 "? Moi : "De quoi ? du Label 5 ? le whisky "?😉 Elle : "Mais non du parfum" Moi : "Ha bon ? du Chanel ? c'est plus le même budget 🙁, tu préfères pas du label 5" ? Elle : "Hahaha Tingtong" Stéphane🙂
Apparemment lui offrir du parfum ne la dérange aucunement . (cf post au le sujet des cadeaux)
Homme libre, toujours tu chérira la mer.
Apparemment lui offrir du parfum ne la dérange aucunement . (cf post au le sujet des cadeaux) Sauf si c'est ta petite amie 😉 symbole de rupture d'après la mienne, il faut donner une pièce d'1 Bath en échange (comme pour les couteaux suisses), mais bon comme qq'un avait commenté...."tout fou le camps mon bon m'sieur" et les djeunes thais ne repectent plus les traditions ou les ont oubliés 😕
Khun maa jak nai krap?
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
je suis belge et chaque fois j'amène des bières pour des amis. Je n'ai jamais eu de problèmes en précisant qu'en fait on ne m'a jamais controlé. Mais j'ai jamais vu un touriste se faire controler en fait. Pour les bath prends ça la bas, ici c'est très dur faut aller dans des changes privés et le taux ne sera surement pas intéressant. Je change la bas et je retire au distributeur automatique avec ma carte de banque qui à la fonction maestro. Pour moi, belge, j'ai juste " euros de frais par retrait (je retire par tranche de 300 euros donc c'est minime comme frais et plus securisant, jamais trop de liquide sur moi.
manu (tif) de liège
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départ le 22 septembre
En Thailande je ne sais pas quelle sera la réaction avec des fromages, mais colle un bon camembert ou encore mieux un Munster sous le nez des chinois, tu fais le vide autour de toi .
cdlt Jean
cdlt Jean
Pour le vin tu prends 2 bouteilles de bon vin pour tes amis et 1 piquette que tu refiles au douanier comme si c'etait un Petrus 71... ca marche aussi avec les parfums.
Aucun soucis à la douane .......................... Oui, mais le vin ne va t-il pas exploser en soute................!!!😛
J ai ramener 3 Crozes l Hermatige sur Ko Phi Phi poiur des francais la bas et effectivement on en a deja bues 2, parfaitement arrivees. Je connais aussi une fromagerie a Paris 13eme qui met les fromages sous vide et ils arrivent impec a Bkk.
J ai ramener 3 Crozes l Hermatige sur Ko Phi Phi poiur des francais la bas et effectivement on en a deja bues 2, parfaitement arrivees. Je connais aussi une fromagerie a Paris 13eme qui met les fromages sous vide et ils arrivent impec a Bkk.
"Dans vos phrases, n'utilisez qu'un sujet, un verbe, un complément d"objet direct ; Quand vous aurez besoin d'un adjectif, venez me trouver." (Georges Clemenceau)
dans les supermarches genre tesco trouve t on des vins corrects ou de tes bons whisky eccossais ?
Honnetement je n'ai jamais eu à "corrompre "un douanier avec un petit cadeau en Asie du sud est.
Par contre certains pays d' Afrique noire ....!!!
Un sauciflard de base 36 usd le kg...du grand luxe...n'hesite pas... si tes amis aiment...de ta vie, tu ne verras un saucisson se volatiliser à une telle vitesse ..rien que pour ca c'est super d'en ramener !
pas de probleme à la douane!
Bon voyage.
Roger
lA cancoillotte 🙂🙂🙂
Classée arme de destruction massive, impossible a l'exportation, désolé 😉
Classée arme de destruction massive, impossible a l'exportation, désolé 😉
Khun maa jak nai krap?
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
C'est ta copine qui a du être contente et apprécier ce grand moment d'haleine 😛
Khun maa jak nai krap?
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
"être loin d'ailleurs, c'est être ici" (P. Geluk)
bonjour
je reviens de thailande j'avais emmené des saucissons et du foie gras pour mon fils qui venait de shangai et que j'ai rejoint à bangkok donc pas de problèmes, pour le vin je n'ai pas pu car j'étais limirée en poids de bagages mais il n'y pas de problème
on ne peut pas acheter de bath en france, vous en trouverez très facilement à l'aéroport de bangkok, tout est facile là-bas
bon voyage, c'est un pays magique
etty
je reviens de thailande j'avais emmené des saucissons et du foie gras pour mon fils qui venait de shangai et que j'ai rejoint à bangkok donc pas de problèmes, pour le vin je n'ai pas pu car j'étais limirée en poids de bagages mais il n'y pas de problème
on ne peut pas acheter de bath en france, vous en trouverez très facilement à l'aéroport de bangkok, tout est facile là-bas
bon voyage, c'est un pays magique
etty
viva l'aventura
pour les alcools il faut respecter les directives internationnales mais quelques bouteilles bien rangees dans la valise devraient passer
pour les fromages et la charcuterie préférer le sous vide meme pour les boites genre camenbert ou cancaillote surtout pout la survie de vos vetements dans la valise (odeur, tache de gras)
apres 10 sejours en thailande et de multiples vols interieurs on ne m'a jamais fait ouvrir ma valise
mais par contre j'avais oublier un saint nectaire fermier dans le frigo d'un hotel, j'ai voulu le recuperer 3 heures apres il ne l'avait soit disant pas trouvé mais comme il ne connaisse pas le fromage mon saint nectaire a du passer à la poubelle comme un reste de bouffe pourri (d'apres eux) et il etait sous vide, je n'ose immaginer si il n'avait pas été sous vide...
bon voyage et faite plaisir a vos amis
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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! :)
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!