J'envisage de faire un voyage pendant une année qui terminerai en Nouvelle-Zélande. Mais avant cette ultime étape j'ai envie d'explorer l'Asie du Sud-Est.
Je recherche donc les billets d'avion les moins chère soit en partant de Bangkok où Kuala Lumpur. Mais j'ai vu que les vols Singapour -> Auckland était moitié moins chers donc éventuellement je pensais traverser la frontière Malaisie-Singapour par voie terrestre seulement je ne sais pas si c'est aussi facile que ça!!! 😕
Est ce que quelqu'un à déjà traversé la frontière par bus où par train? y'a t-il des difficultés particulière?
Aucunes difficultés : il y a des tas de bus qui traversent la frontière (car longues distances, ou bus d’agglomération). On peut prendre un taxi également.
Le train n'a d’intérêt que si vous souhaitez aller directement à Kuala Lumpur, mais c'est beaucoup plus long que le bus!
Aucun problème pour traverser la frontière. C'est un des passages de frontière avec le plus de trafic au monde.
Si tu arrives de Kuala Lumpur ou ailleurs, le train ou les bus longues distances traversent la frontière sans problème. À noter que depuis le 1er juillet les trains s'arrêtent à Woodlands côté Singapour, c'est-à-dire juste après la frontière et ne continuent plus jusqu'au centre ville.
La plupart des bus longue distance t'emmèneront sur Queen Street, au Golden Mile ou au Textile Centre sur Jalan Sultan voire Chinatown ou Boon Lay. Se renseigner auprès de la compagnie, ça peut dépendre aussi des horaires.
Si tu es déjà sur Johor Bahru, le mieux est de prendre une des nombreuses lignes régulières qui traversent la frontière. Il y a - au moins - 3/4 lignes du réseau de bus de Singapour qui traversent la frontière : les lignes 160, 170/170X (opérées par SBS Transit) et 950 (opérée SMRT) qui t'emmèneront respectivement jusqu'à Jurong East MRT, Queen Street/Kranji MRT et Woodlands MRT. Seule la ligne 170 va donc jusqu'en centre ville.
Il y a aussi de très nombreux opérateurs privés qui font la jonction. Causeway Link opère 5 lignes (CW1 à 5) qui rejoignent différents points dans Singapour (CW2 pour Queen Street). Singapore-Johor Express va également jusqu'à Queen Street. Advanced Coach opère la ligne AC7 jusqu'à Yishun MRT. Transtar opère une ligne de bus qui va du terminal de Kotaraya II directement jusqu'à l'aéroport de Changi à Singapour. Et il y en a encore beaucoup d'autres !
Côté Johor, tu peux prendre le bus directement au poste frontière où de là où ils partent dans la ville. Beaucoup partent de Kotaraya.
Selon la compagnie, le bus ne t'attendra pas à la frontière (notamment chez SBS et SMRT), il faudra prendre le suivant mais ils se suivent à peu d'intervalle en général. Par contre, évite de changer de ligne entre chaque checkpoint...
Tous les taxis ne sont pas autorisés à traverser la frontière. En outre c'est bien plus cher que le bus. Se méfier des arnaques surtout aux abords du poste frontière malaisien. À moins d'être dans un taxi longue distance, je déconseille le taxi juste pour passer la frontière.
Possible de traverser à pied aussi en effet. Le causeway qui traverse le détroit séparant Singapour de la Malaisie fait 1 kilomètre de long. J'ai jamais fait mais ça doit pas être la marche la plus glamour qui soit.
Tout a déja été dit par les précédents intervenants !
Je confirmerais donc juste, que le trajet en bus de Malaisie vers Singapour est très facile (à mon avis, beaucoup plus pratique que le train) et que les bus sont réellement confortables et peu chers !
De plus, Singapour et La Malaisie, disposent d'un excellent réseau routier !
Je me pose une autre question : Je sais que le gouvernement de la Malaisie exige un billet aller et retour comme preuve de la période de séjour (Une ancienne rencontre de voyage m'a expliquée qu'ils l'ont gardé aux douanes jusqu'à ce qu'il acheter un billet départ pour une autre destination) Vous pensais que un billet depuis Singapour leurs ira comme preuve de départ???
Je pense qu'à se sujet j'ai pas à m'en faire mais si vous savez quelque chose dont je dois me méfier...
bonjour ( azul felem lol) je suis aussi dans le meme cas que toi...je desirs rejoindre singapour par la voie terrestre depart de kuala lumpur aprés plusieurs recherches sur ce forum ( excelent forum au passage grace à la communauté des voyageurs du bout du monde 😉)...je te confirme il ne faut pas stresser c'est hyper simple et trés agreable de passer la frontiere entre ces deux pays....je pars seul en mode sac a dos afin de parcourir pendant 1 mois l'asie du sud est..( je sais c'est un peu short mais bon )....Ayant deja fait l'asie plusieurs fois , cette année envie d'autre horizons et envie de faire de belles rencontre pourquoi pas 🙂
mon trip;
- malaisie
- philippines
- thaliande(cambodge)
- bali
- re malaisie (singapour)
voyageant seul mi decembre à mi janvier
je te souhaite un bon voyage , et plein de bonheur de jolies rencontres....
salut hayetie...
oui je compte faire ces pays en 1 mois je suis quelqu'un qui aime bouger voir de nouvelles choses..connaissant deja la thailande( phuket , pattaya, koh phiphi, koh samui, ) , bali ( kuta legian seminyak, ubud), kuala lumpur , je resterais vite fais dans ces secteurs là ...en revanche ne connaissant pas les philippines ni singapour ni le cambodge je suis curieu d'y jetter un oeil..( le bon si possible 😉)...
à la base on devait partir entre potes mes les planing et congés ne coïncidaient pas alors je me retrouves seul ...je sais 1 mois c'est court pour tout faire , mais jessayerais de faire singapour et les philippines c'est certain......à defaut d'aller en australie cette année je vais plutot rester en asie du sud est...
salut MagicForest !!!
effectivement tu as raison sur ce point là j'essayerais de zaper au maximum les endroit deja visité ...mais je suis tombé amoureux de l'asie ces regions là sont trés belles acceuillantes et les gens sont d'une gentillesse ...comme je l'ai deja dit ayant deja reservé mes billets j'aimerais elargir mon champ de voyage dans la bonne humeur et la curiosité legendaire qui m'habite 🙂...
voyageant seul je fonctionne au feeling , au rencontre...
tout bon conseils sont les bienvenue..
Bonjour, pas de problème pour passer de Kuala Lumpur a Singapour en train, ce n'est pas très rapide mais le train est confortable et climatisé, prendre des 1° classe.Il y a possibilité de partir de Bangkok, mais il faut changer de train a Georgestown (Penang) et reprendre un train pour Singapour. J'ai fait ce trajet dans l'autre sens avec une nuit a Georgestown.
Je vais faire bientôt en voyage en Malaisie, et je voudrais fais une petite excursion en Singapore.
J'ai vu les réponses de ce post qui sont datées depuis plus de 3ans,
comme en Asie, toute chose bouge très vite d'une année à une autre, il a donc possible les changements depuis.
Y-a-t-il quelqu'un qui a récemment fait le trajet en bus ou en train dans les 2 sens
Kuala Lumpur->Singapore et Singapore->Kuala Lumpur ,
pourriez-vous me donner vos conseils ?
Voici mes questions :
- Existe-il les trajets en train ou en bus de nuit (soit après 23h00 au départ de KUL / SIN )
- La durée exacte du trajet
- Combien me coûtera le trajet
- Quels sont les bons compagnies de bus (ou de train) que vous me conseillerez et où peut-on les prendre à KUL ou à SIN
Merci d'avance pour vos réponses et bon voyage à tous.
J'ai fait récemment le trajet Malaisie - Singapour en bus.
Ca n'a pas changé par rapport aux posts précédents.
Je suis parti de Malacca pour 4h de bus et 26 MYR.
Quelque soit la compagnie de bus en Malaisie, tous les bus sont très confortables (mais très froids avec la clim) et très bon marché.
C'est le meilleur moyen de transport, rapport qualité/prix/vitesse.
Prévoir un peu de temps pour traverser la frontière, moi il y avait énormément de monde, 1h30 de queue et le bus qui était parti après (ils n'attendent que 30 min environ).
Tu peux voir mon expérience sur mon blog en signature si tu veux plus d'infos.
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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
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,
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 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
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.
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
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! !
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?
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!
