Salut,
Durant 3 semaines en novembre, je vais partir en Thaïlande avec ma meilleure amie. J’aurai besoin de vos conseils sur l’itinéraire que je prépare et connaître les fêtes principales durant cette période. Surtout si vous avez d’autres lieux à me conseiller, ou des rectification sur l’itinéraire choisi, merci de me l’informer. ;-)
· 1er jour : BANGKOK
Visites : Le grand palais et les différents temples. Est-ce que la maison de Jim Thompson vaut le coup de visiter ? En ce qui concerne les matchs de boxe, est ce réellement 2000 baths ? Connaissais vous un autre lieu ou le prix est plus accessible ? J’aimerai également voir un marché avec vente d’insectes grillés, un à conseiller ?
Dormir : Kao san road + marchés nocturne.
· 2ème jour : A L’OUEST DE BANGKOK
- Nakhon Pathom
- Damnoen Saduak : Le marché flottant
- Kanchanaburi : Rivière Kwai / Jeaath museum / la nonne flotante / Erawan waterfalls (cascades)
· 3ème jour : DIRECTION LA PLAINE
- Kamphaeng Phet : Site archéologique
- Temple Sri Satchanalai : encore sauvage
- Temple Wat Phra Mahathat
· Pendant 5 jours : TREK trouvé par ma meilleure amie en pleine nature durant 3 jours, deux jours de trajet. Pas encore d’infos mais le programme a l’air super sympa donc je vous en tiendrai informé à mon retour ;-)
· Pendant 4 jours : CHIANG MAI et le TRINGLE D’OR + ENVIRONS
Visites : Le musée national. De Chiang mai et ses différents temples. Les marchés warotot market et night bazaar. Combat de boxe.
- Fête loi Kratong du 16 novembre
- Mae sa butterfly and orchids farm
- La montagne Suthep et son temple
- Elephant training center chiang dao
- Le temple Wat phra that lampang luang
- Mae Klang falls : cascades
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· 14ème jour : MAE HONG SON
Tribus montagnardes, village à l’écart du monde
· 15ème jour : CHIANG RAI ET LE TRIANGLE D’OR
· 16ème et 17ème jour : Route + Le parc national de PHU RUA
· 18ème jour : CHIANG KHAN A NONG KHAI, le long des rives du fleuve mékong
· Deux derniers jours : BANGKOK – PATTAYA – KOH CHANG
- Le musée national à Bangkok
- Pattaya sans y rester longtemps car apparemment c’est le lieu du tourisme sexuel donc pas envie de traîner là bas. Qu’en pensez vous ? Y a-t-il des choses à voir dans la journée ? Est-ce que l’on peut y aller sans y être embêté ?
- Ile Koh Chang. J’hésite entre plusieurs plages : Khlong phrao beach pour le coté sable blanc et le village des pécheurs – White sand beach pour le coté animé – Nice beach car la jungle est proche. Laquelle est à faire en priorité ? Quels est le « meilleur spot » et facile d’accès pour plonger ? Est-ce que Hin lukbath est un bon site pour faire de la plongée ?
Je sais que c’est un peu long, l’itinéraire n’est pas encore réellement fini, donc merci de votre aide. lilou
En plus du " Loi Kratong ", fête des Lumières, tu as également les 19 et 20 Novembre, les éléphants qui se rassemblent à Surin pour faire un show qui ressemblent plus à du cirque qu'à autre chose, mais fait partie des coutumes de cet endroit .......
Et peut être revoir les derniers jours, car partir de Mae Hong Son et faire tout ce que vous voulez faire en sept jours, si j'ai bien compté, va vous mettre sur les rotules et vous n'aurez rien vu ....... vous pourriez zapper le Triangle d'Or ( rien à y voir ..... ) et filer directement sur les berges du Mékong et descendre ensuite sur Koh Chang sans aller à Pattaya ......
😏 Bonjour lilou, white sand beach, n'est animée que dans la partie centrale .Là ou il y a qqs restos directement sur la plage .A chaque extrémitée il y a des GH sympas au calme .Les GH et hôtels sont atous les prix.
Pour la plongée faut aller à Ban bao, à env., 30mn de white san beach .
Perso je shunterai Pättaya pour aller direct à koh chang.
A+ jeannôt
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bonjour lilou, ton itinéraire est ambitieux :
pour bangkok, la maison de jim thompson c'est trés sympa et facile d'accés par bateau taxi (10 bahts) depuis l'embarcadére du temple saket; de jim thompson via le sky train rejoint le palais de suan pakkat, dans le même esprit, puis à l'aide d'un tuk-tuk (50 bahts) tu peux te balader dans le parc du palais vimanmek(belle demeure siamoise en teck); ces trois sites sont du même genre et pas trop bondé
concernant la plaine centrale, sukhotai à côté de sri satchanalai est à voir ( belle balade en vélo dans tout le parc) ; pour le logement je te conseille " le lotus village " ( 700 b / ch. double) et les patrons regorgent d'infos . de sukhotai en louant une moto tu peux aller visiter sri satchanalai dans la journée ; de plus en moto essayes de t'arrêter au village de hat sieo ( village d'artisans)
si tu compte rejoindre chiang mai pour rallier mae hong sorn A/R pourquoi ne pas rejoindre en premier mae hong sorn via mae sot et mae sariang.?
a chiang mai, les treks vont du pire au meilleur aussi n'hésite pas à te renseigner auprés de voyageurs en partance ou retour de trek
a chiang mai essayes de passer une soirée au "old chiang mai center" (environ 1000 bahts) danses tribales et du nord avec repas kantoke dans un chouette resto, bien sûr c'est touristique mais bien fait.
concernant l'isan cela fera partit de mon prochain séjour, d'ailleurs je regrettes de n'avoir pas commencé par cette région encore préservée
quant aux îles je ne connaît que ko samui, ko pha ngan
bon séjour !😉
"tujoh gunong sembilan lautan
sept montagnes , neuf mers
kalau ta-mati sahaya turutkan
si je ne meurs , j'explorerai "
pantoun
Bangkok, Pattaya, Koh Chang en deux jours ce n'est meme pas la peine d'y penser et pourquoi aller à Pattaya si tu en as une mauvaise idee meme en enlevant le reste sera difficile a realiser en deux jours, à mon avis ton programme est trop chargé
salut, merci pour tes conseils. en revoyant l'itinéraire avec ma meilleure amie, on a bien vu que l'on allée etre cassées. tes conseils confirmes nos nouveaux choix. par contre on hessité avec le triangle d'or ... c'est vrai le nom est tentant. quand à pattaya, on va surement eviter également. tu y es allé longtemps en thailande ? qu'est ce qui t'as le plus marqué ? helene
salut jeannot, merci pour les conseils. qu'est ce qui t'as le plus marqué en thailande ... les lieux les plus axés sur la culture ? est ce que koh chang es vraiment touristiques ou auront nous la chance d'etre avec la population locale ? helene
ah ca pour etre chargé, on s'est bien rendue compte qu'il l'était ce week end en regroupant les informations. disons qu'il ne représente qu'une premiere approche et bcp de choses on changés. bien ravie d'avoir laissé un message sur le forum car ca m'aide a y voir un peu plus clair. quand à pattayé, je ne pense pas que l'on ira car surement pas le temps et cet endroit ne correspond pas réellement à nos envies ;-)
a bientot
Je vais fréquemment en Thailande .... me rappelle plus le nombre de fois, mais ça commence à faire un paquet, parfois seulement quelques jours avant de rejoindre un autre pays, car Bangkok est la porte d'entrée pour les pays d'Asie du Sud Est .......
Pour moi la Thailande c'est surtout la facilité de se déplacer, la tranquillité d'esprit et finalement le dépaysement dans la facilité et une manière de s'offrir aussi de l'imprévu bon marché et parfois de façon " haut de gamme " sans trop déboursser .....
Ce que je préfére ...... Bangkok pour ses hôtels de luxe et ses nuits ...... les îles paradisiaques de la région de Trang, le parc national de Kao Yai, l'île de Koh Chang et la région de l'Isan .....
Mais je dois te dire que le Cambodge commence à suppléer largement mes envies d'Asie du Sud Est ...... 😉 mais bon, chaque chose en son temps et passer par la Thailande me plaît toujours autant .....
salut, merci a toi aussi pour ces nombreux conseils. peut etre que l'on ira voir la maison de jim thompson si le temps nous le permet. j'ai bien noté les adresses d'hotels, ce sont des infos pratique. mais dis moi, tu as de la bonne mémoire, tu as tout noté ou tu y as vécu longtemps ? parce que je suis sur que 2 semaines apres le voyage je serai incapable de te dire les prix, ni les noms des hotels ;-)
quels sont tes autres destinations ? a plus
salut lilou!
excuse-moi de ne pas t'avoir répondu plus tôt, mais je n'était pas revenu sur ton post
cela fait une vingtaine d'années que je voyage et j'ai donc pris l'habitude de conserver un max d'infos(par exemple je récupére systématiquement les fiches des horaires dans les gares routiéres ou férroviaires, aéroport) ; je n'utilise que rarement des guides de voyage ce qui m'oblige à faire un effort pour rencontrer des personnes et récupérer des tuyaux au fur et à mesure de mon voyage et surtout je ne prépare pas grand chose afin de me laisser porter au gré des coups de coeur
ce n'est forcément pas digne d'un voyageur mais je me sens plus léger et beaucoup plus libre (on peut toujours réver!......)
"tujoh gunong sembilan lautan
sept montagnes , neuf mers
kalau ta-mati sahaya turutkan
si je ne meurs , j'explorerai "
pantoun
Asie du Sud-Est › Thaïlande / Vietnam · 17 replies
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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!
