ce sera notre premier séjour en Thailande. je me demande si c'est un bon choix d'itinéraire. (je crains de trouver long le sejour à Koj jum ou il n'y a rien d'autre que la farniente non ?)
Votre avis sur itinéraire de treize jours en Thaïlande?
by Aimevoyager
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
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nous partons fin novembre
j1 arrivée tôt Bangkok
j2 visite temples bangkok
j3 visite Bangkok, soir train nuit vers chiang mai
j4 arrivée matin Chiang mai, visite
j5, 6, 7, 8 trek
j9 vol vers Bangkok puis vol Trabi puis koh jum
j10, 11,12 koh jum
j13 koh jum puis vol vers Bngkok pour vol vers la france
ce sera notre premier séjour en Thailande. je me demande si c'est un bon choix d'itinéraire. (je crains de trouver long le sejour à Koj jum ou il n'y a rien d'autre que la farniente non ?)
ce sera notre premier séjour en Thailande. je me demande si c'est un bon choix d'itinéraire. (je crains de trouver long le sejour à Koj jum ou il n'y a rien d'autre que la farniente non ?)
Toujours la même réponse.
Si vous voulez rapporter des souvenirs, prévoyez un jour a Bangkok en fin de séjour.
Inutile de les acheter avant et de les trimbaler pendant 15 jours.
J9. Pourquoi passer par Bangkok ? Vol direct. Airasia
Ceux qui disent qu'on ne peut pas être et avoir été n'ont jamais connu de cons sur le long terme.
Pourquoi passer passer bar bangkok ? Vol direct. Airasia
Bonjour,
Airasia ne fait pas Chiangmai/Krabi en vol direct.
Bonjour,
Airasia ne fait pas Chiangmai/Krabi en vol direct.
Airasia ne fait pas Chiangmai/Krabi en vol direct
Effectivement le plus près en direct c'est Phuket......
Pour votre itinéraire je vois pas l'intéret de faire tous ces km pour passer seulement 4 jours dans le nord, cibler une région me parait plus logique...
Effectivement le plus près en direct c'est Phuket......
Pour votre itinéraire je vois pas l'intéret de faire tous ces km pour passer seulement 4 jours dans le nord, cibler une région me parait plus logique...
S.D
Bonjour.
Pour limiter les vols tout de même, je te conseillerais aussi le vol Chiang Mai/Phuket. De Phuket, tu peux rejoindre Koh Lanta via Koh Phiphi (peut être même Koh Jum mais je suis moins sure) et tu pourras partager tes 4/5 jours entre Lanta et Jum...
Bon voyage. 🙂
Pour limiter les vols tout de même, je te conseillerais aussi le vol Chiang Mai/Phuket. De Phuket, tu peux rejoindre Koh Lanta via Koh Phiphi (peut être même Koh Jum mais je suis moins sure) et tu pourras partager tes 4/5 jours entre Lanta et Jum...
Bon voyage. 🙂
voici une ébauche d'itinéraire. (avec voiture et chauffeur, sinon ce serait trop dense avec les bus et autres)
qu'en pensez vous ? cela vous parait trop ?
1 Paris/Bangkok 2 Bangkok Transfert + klongs
3 Bangkok Palais Royal + Jim Thomson
4 Bangkok/ Ayutthaya route + Bang Pa In + bateau +Ayutthaya
5 Ayutthaya/ Uthai Thani Route + Baan Rai tissages) + Hub Patthart (jardins d'Eden) + bateau sur la rivière Sakaekrang (maisons flottantes) + marché Uthai Thani
6 j Uthai Thani/ Sukhothai Route +Kamphaeng Phet (zone archéologique)
7 Sukhothai/ Chiang Mai Sukhothai (zone archéologique)+ route + Sri Satchanalai+ route
8 Chiang Mai Temples de Chiang Mai, grand marché Varorot + ateliers d'artisans
9 Chiang Mai/ Chiang Rai Camp d'entraînement des éléphants + grottes de Chiang Dao, Mae Salong, plantations de thé, villages Akkha et Lisu.
10 l Chiang Rai Mae Sai, route, Triangle Or, musée Opium
11 Chiang Rai/Chiang Mai /Phuket Route + vol
12 Chiang Rai/Chiang Mai /Phuket
13 j Phuket
14 Phuket
15 Phuket/Bangkok/Paris
1 Paris/Bangkok 2 Bangkok Transfert + klongs
3 Bangkok Palais Royal + Jim Thomson
4 Bangkok/ Ayutthaya route + Bang Pa In + bateau +Ayutthaya
5 Ayutthaya/ Uthai Thani Route + Baan Rai tissages) + Hub Patthart (jardins d'Eden) + bateau sur la rivière Sakaekrang (maisons flottantes) + marché Uthai Thani
6 j Uthai Thani/ Sukhothai Route +Kamphaeng Phet (zone archéologique)
7 Sukhothai/ Chiang Mai Sukhothai (zone archéologique)+ route + Sri Satchanalai+ route
8 Chiang Mai Temples de Chiang Mai, grand marché Varorot + ateliers d'artisans
9 Chiang Mai/ Chiang Rai Camp d'entraînement des éléphants + grottes de Chiang Dao, Mae Salong, plantations de thé, villages Akkha et Lisu.
10 l Chiang Rai Mae Sai, route, Triangle Or, musée Opium
11 Chiang Rai/Chiang Mai /Phuket Route + vol
12 Chiang Rai/Chiang Mai /Phuket
13 j Phuket
14 Phuket
15 Phuket/Bangkok/Paris
Bonjour , pour moi changez rien , c'est parfais , bangkok ; 2jours c'est assez suffisant pour une premiere ( un conseil prenez le metro pour montez tout en haut de bangkok , prenez un taxi pour rejoindre le fleuve et descendez le , c'est un bon trip ) .. le voyage en train jusqu'a chang mai en train ( inoubliable , reservez les couchettes du bas , plus chaude ) clim a donf .. je pense qu'aprés un trek de 4 jours , 3 jours au bord de l'eau c'est pas du luxe , sinon vous allez revenir bien a plat ... bon voyage
effectivement, je ne me rends pas compte du temps de route entre les étapes. vous en avez une idée ?
Avec une voiture il est evident que l'on peut se montrer un peu plus gourmand... surtout si le parcours est bien pense et preparer minutieusement en collaboration avec le chauffeur... de ce cote la attention aux deconvenues... trouver un chauffeur efficace sur une province donnee Ok mais en trouver un au top sur l'ensemble du territoire Thai...pas si evident que cela... j' imagine bien la tete que pourrait faire un chauffeur lambda quand le matin de votre 5 eme jour vous allez lui annoncer votre desir de visiter les "jardins d'Eden"🤪.(Tham Hup Pa Tat)
A titre perso je trouve votre itineraire un peu trop charge... surtout la fin de parcours vous menant au triangle d'or... contenter vous de monter sur Chiang Mai tout en integrant plus d'etapes intermediaires par exemple... ou appronfondir un peu plus une ou deux provinces clefs. On peut rouler a des moyennes relativement elevese dans la partie centrale du pays si l'on emprunte les grands axes... relier Uthai a Kampheang Phet ou Kampheang Phet- Sukhothai se fait tres bien et vite par exemple... a contrario si vous vous decidez a allez plus haut que Chiang Mai... la vitesse moyenne va chuter brutalement car le relief n'est plus du tout le meme...
Pour ma part j' introduirais une halte dans la province de Phrae ainsi qu'une escale a Lampang avant de terminer sur Chiang Mai... et je laisserai tombe la montee vers le triangle d'or...je pense que c'est un poil plus pragmatique... et surtout plus facile a digerer au niveau kilometrages... mais que se soit dans un cas ou dans l'autre vous allez passer quand meme un temps non negligeable dans la voiture...et ne sous estimez pas l'importance de la qualite du chauffeur dans un circuit tire au cordeau comme celui la... si il connait son sujet... il vous fera gagner un temps precieux...
" Tant de mains pour transformer ce monde...et si peu de regards pour le contempler...
"Le monde est dangereux non pas a cause de ceux qui font du mal, mais a cause de ceux qui regardent et laissent faire"
Blog perso : http://mikthai-thailande.blogspot.com plus de 1800 photos sur la Thaïlande !!!
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Bonjour.
Si ce n'est pas ce que vous avez prévu, je vous conseille de lâcher la voiture a Chiang Mai et de prendre un avion (airasia.com) Chiang Mai/Phuket...
Bon voyage. 🙂
Si ce n'est pas ce que vous avez prévu, je vous conseille de lâcher la voiture a Chiang Mai et de prendre un avion (airasia.com) Chiang Mai/Phuket...
Bon voyage. 🙂
13 jours c'est beaucoup trop court!!
Peut-être judicieux d'oublier le treck.
Et pour la mer pourquoi ne pas aller vers Koh Chang et Koh Maak, beaucoup moins loin de Bangkok.
DUC
bonjour
je suis en ce moment en thailande et j ai opte pour le meme trjet en gros qq jours au nord et passge au sud.... bon pour le trek des le lendemaim de ton arrive a Chang May tu oublies, c est un voyage sympath mais des decennies de TGV nous ont fait oublier le boggie bien tempere resultat tu dors pas et supputes les chances que tu as de t en sortir meme si a froid tu sais que tu ne coures pas grd chose. Autre chose evites le verre de jus d orange qui parait securise avec opercule j ai ete malade comme un chien. Sinon c est sympath mais ne comptes pas dormir c est tt. pour bkk reserve une guest house ne fait pas comme moi qui avait reserve mais juste pris un plan de situation et oublie le tel ( heureusememt j avais pas verse d acompte ne voulant pas donner mon n de CB sur le net)...bkk c est tres grand et les plans sont en alphabet latin resultat les thais sont pommes meme les chauffeurs de taxi, Ne jamais faire confiance au chauffeur pour te trouver un hotel, j ai finis dans un hotel de passe a 700 baths ( hors de prix) mais avec clim et relativement calme car situe ( je l ai su le lendemain ) assez loin du centre. Bon mais je ne voudrai pas donner une image negative c est un super pays, les thais sont tres sympaths meme si leur anglais est a peine meilleurs que le mien qui est quasi inexistant. Chang May vaut vraimnt le coup ptte ville tres agreable et reposante apres Bkk. Le plan moto dont tu as du comme moi entendre le pire. C est vrai qu il vaut mieux ne pas avoir d accident mais hormis a Bkk ou je ne conduirai jamais les thais vont tres lentement et sont assez prudent meme s ils sont passe maitre dans l art du faufilement jamais comme en pays latin ils ne forcent le passage ( tt au moins au nord pourle sud je verrai)
Pour les transports tu as plusieurs classes de bus. j ai opte pour un moyen terme ( Chamg May Sutukai) pour mon retour sur Bkk je prends du VIP. 5 heures sur une roue carree avec une clim anemique c est dur ( je vais me faire engueler par les purs les durs comme celui que j ai rencontre dans une guest house et a qui je demandais ce qu il y avait a voir reponse: je ne frequente pas les lieux touristiques, moi c est different... on se demande ce qu il fout dans une guest house ou il a parle apres lui avoir dit bonjour en thai les 3 mots qu il connait je suppose en anglais a la receptionniste...Des comme ca y en plein ici, c est peut etre ce qu il y a de plus penible)
Bon voyage et pas de soucis la thailande est tres sur ( sans faire d angelisme) un exemple le velo chinois que j ai loue pour la visite de old sutukai n a pas d antivol comme bcp de ceux des thais
Gael
salut pour la voiture ma suggestion est de pas en prendre dans bkk , , il y a suffisamment et même un peut trop de taxi et moyen de locomotion pour ne pas avoir besoin d'un chauffeur , ,
pour CM oui la c'est pas mal , ,
les îles également pas besoin , ( les transports en commun marche extrêmement bien en thailande , , )
« Le voyage apprend la tolérance. »
Benjamin Disraeli
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c'est du grand n'importe quoi § la je me demande quelle est votre intérét !!! bouffez de la route , ou le plaisir de découvrir un endroit et rester un petit peu ... le premier jet était pas mal . vous ne profiterez de rien ; pour info .
j'ai fait la visite du triangle d'or de chang rai en scoot .. 400 km en 3 jours !! avec visite de la campagne jusq"a la frontiére du laos , 1h30 de oil massage le long du mékong , puis sortis tous zen pour enchainé sur un petit resto au bord du fleuve .. longer la route jusqu'a la frontiere birmane .. sa vous pourrrez pas le faire si vous étes trop préssé ..
faut prendre son temps et y allez zen ; je sait de quoi je parle , j'étais comme vous pour mon premier voyage en thailande et heureusement que j'ai suivi les conseils des vieux briskars de la thailande .. la thailande sa se visite mais !! détendu ...
j'ai fait la visite du triangle d'or de chang rai en scoot .. 400 km en 3 jours !! avec visite de la campagne jusq"a la frontiére du laos , 1h30 de oil massage le long du mékong , puis sortis tous zen pour enchainé sur un petit resto au bord du fleuve .. longer la route jusqu'a la frontiere birmane .. sa vous pourrrez pas le faire si vous étes trop préssé ..
faut prendre son temps et y allez zen ; je sait de quoi je parle , j'étais comme vous pour mon premier voyage en thailande et heureusement que j'ai suivi les conseils des vieux briskars de la thailande .. la thailande sa se visite mais !! détendu ...
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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!







