J'aimerais avoir des conseils du point de vue des transports et des logements pour un voyage en Thaïlande. C'est mon premier grand voyage hors U.E
L'itinéraire est encore incertain mais devrait se présenter de la manière suivante :
Arrivée le 22 juillet à Bangkok
Pause pdt 2 jours
Du 24 juillet au 30 juillet : visite
Ayuthaya, Lopburi, Sukhotai
Phimai, Kao Phra Wihan
Ile KO TAO : 31 juillet au 6 août
Plage, cours, détente, plongée
Bangkok : 2 jours
7 au 9 aout
Départ samedi 9
Je n'ai aucune idée du prix et du temps que prennent les transports. Pour ce qui est du couchage, nous sommes 2 personnes et je pensais à des petites pensions lors des visites des villes, et un bungalow pour l'ile ko tao.
J'ai un moyen de coucher pour Bankok.
Merci de me faire partager vos expériences.
voila comme thuan a laisser la parole aux autres pour koh tao,
tu pourra trouver des ptits hotels sympa un peu decalé de la plage aux alentours des 500bth la nuit avec air con ( jen avais trouver un tres bien a 100m de la plage mais me rapel plus du nom😕 )
ou si tu veut avoir une chambre "pied ds l'eau" compte plutot dans les 800 a 1000bths la nuit...pour ma part la premiere nuit ke g passé la bas j'avais pris une chambre de ce type mais bon c + l'eau que tu paye que la qualité de la chambre...moi j'etait rester qune nuit et j'etais partit 100metre plus loin...
vu ke tu reste 6 jours sur place, tu pourras louer un bengalow a koh nanguyan qui se trouve a 5min en pirogue de koh tao...par contre la c plus cher mais c le paradis...et faut reserver des ke tu arrive sur place...
En effet, c'est tentant, si le nom te revient.. je suis preneuse... Je voulais me prendre un bungalow, je vais checker les adresses.
Pour les transports, d'apres ta photo de bus, j'ai cherche sur le site www.transport.co.th, mais il n'existe pas en anglais.. qu'un a des ref de site en anglais afin de faire des resa.
Merci
bonjour, j 'ai passé tout le mois de mars en thailande et c'est vraiment super. Premiere question pourquoi 2 jours à bangkok puis itinéraire à l'extérieur et retour à bangkok.Vous aimez trimballer vos valises retrouver un hotel ?
et perdre du temps en transport?
je pense sincèrement qu'il serait mieux de consacrer 4 ou 5 jours à bangkok puis faire le reste.
Concernant les hotels évitez de reserver sur le site de l'hotel car c'est nettement plus cher. Un bon tuyau c'est le site asiarooms.com (pour toute la thailande) je n 'ai eu aucun problème il est d'ailleurs conseillé par le lonely planete. Concernant les guides de voyage, le guide voir hachette pour l'art et la culture mais oubliez le routard et choisissez le lonely planete très très largement supérieur.
Concernant l'hotel à Bangkok je ne saurais trop vous conseiller un hotel au bord du chao praya si vote budget le permet, c'est très sympathique et très pratique (nous étions au Péninsula absolument fantastique!!!!) Cela permet de se déplacer en utilisant au max les bateaux qui sont plus rapides, pas cher l'air y est plus frais et la ville plus respirable et c'est vraiment couleur locale cerise sur le gateau, le wat arun, le grand palais sont sur le trajet. Choisissez en tout cas un hotel avec piscine on apprécie beaucoup également.
A bangkok je vous conseille de voir le spectacle siam niramit absolument grandiose !!!fabuleux!!!! malheureusement les guides n'en parlent pas nous avions reservé par carte bleue et internet sans aucun problème http://www.siamniramit.com arriver au minimum une heure avant le début de spectacle il y a beaucoup d'animation à voir avant et c'est vraiment superbe
Visite de Bangkok en 4 jours c'est à mon avis un strict minimum nous étions resté 5 jours c'est suffisant et permet de voir beaucoup de choses mes endroit préféré à ne pas rater:
la maison de jim thomson (meublé d'antiquités somptueuses et délicieux restaurant dans un jardin tropical (pas cher)
palais vinmanmek en tek (meublé)
le quartier chinois
une excursion dans le nord de bangkok à l'ile de koh kret (prévoir la journée) prendre le bateau n'importe ou en direction du nord descendre à nothamburi (une bonne heure de bateau voire 1heure et demie en omnibus). Admirer à la descente la mairie toute en tek. sorti du bateau sur le quai des marchands proposent de vous emmener à koh kret le bateau part quand il est plein pour environ 3/4 heure 1heure? je me rappelle plus très
bien mais on voit les vrais klongs avec leurs habitants c'est très très sympa. L'ile de Koh kret est touristique mais très sympa aussi beaucoup d'artisanat, possibilité de manger pour 3 fois rien. Important bien se renseigner sur l'heure du retour et du lieu de départ qui n'est pas forcément identique au lieu de dépose à l'arrivée car le bateau n'attend pas
un dernier conseil partez avec des valises vides donc le strict minimum!!! L'hotel lave et repasse en 24 heures pour trois fois rien et même dans un tout petit hotel!! et il y a des tas d'achat à faire sur place pour des cacaouètes!!! (ex udeux paire de sandales fait main en cuir 20 frs suisse au marché du week end à chatuchak
"Concernant l'hotel à Bangkok je ne saurais trop vous conseiller un hotel au bord du chao praya si vote budget le permet, c'est très sympathique et très pratique (nous étions au Péninsula absolument fantastique!!!!) Cela permet de se déplacer en utilisant au max les bateaux qui sont plus rapides".
Exact, ou alors un hotel près du skytrain qui permet de rejoindre facilement et vite les rives du Chao Prya. Mais le bâteau est le mode de déplacement à privilégier à BKK.
Nous logions au Wendy House (http://www.wendyguesthouse.com/evos/front/bin/home.phtml) pour 1000 bath/nuit petdéj inclus. Petite chambre mais propre avec SDB et air co. Calme car dans une petite ruelle perpendiculaire au trafic (le calme est un lixe à BKK).
Nous avons ensuite fait une boucle dans l'Isan pendant 3 semaines jusqu'au Laos puis 1 semaine à Kho Tao. La petite île à 15min de pyrogue de Kho Tao est super à faire en 1 journée (plage de rêve) mais je te déconseille d'y loger car c'est tout petit et ce serait dommage de ne pas pouvoir visiter Kho Tao.
Il y a plein de bungaloo perdus en pleine nature sur Kho Tao.
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Après une discutions avec ma compagne sur ma volonté de partir voyager seul pour me ressourcer j'ai décider de partir en thailande dès que possible. A partir…
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Cette ville a été mille fois racontées mais jamais de cette façon impertinente.
Oser parachuter Christian Lacroix, ses arlésiennes, ses boléros, ses matadors et le baroque de sa Camargue natale en plein cœur de Hoi An, il fallait oser le parallèle.
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.
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!
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
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.
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.
