Bonjour! J'aimerai partir à Hong Kong pour février 2004. Je vais probablement partir seule (sauf si un ou une coéquipière se présente à moi!). Je n'ai pas peur d'y aller sachant que cette destination a pour réputation d'être l'un des endroits sur Terre les plus sûrs du Monde.
Je sais déjà où trouver un billet d'avion pas trop cher et les lieux à visiter.
Le problème est que je ne sais pas où me loger sachant que les hotels sont hors de prix et que les hotels abordables (chunking mansion) sont les plus craignos. Il y a les chambres en auberge de jeunesse mais je ne sais pas du tout ce que ça peut valoir; faut-il avoir peur de laisser sa valise dans une auberge de jeunesse, je veux dire faut-il avoir peur de se faire piquer des affaires? De plus, j'aimerai voir un maximum de Hong Kong. QUE FAIRE? AIDEZ MOI!!!!
J'aimerai avoir des informations pratiques sur Hong Kong et sur le logement?Je remercie d'avance les personnes qui répondront à mes questions.
salut clairetje, je suis allé plusieurs fois à hong kong et c'est vrai que les hotels sont hors de prix. je te conseille donc de dormir dans les "chungking mansions" qui sont une particularité d'hong kong. le terme "mansion" a une consonance chic, mais la réalité des "chungking masions" fait que les hongkongais les appelent les "infamous chungking mansions". ils sont néanmois très bien situés. celui ou je vais est très propre et sure, en plus la dame qui le tient est adorable. en ce qui concerne tes bagages, ne t'inquiéte pas, les chambres sont fermés à clés et c'est toi qui garde la tienne. la nuit coute 250 dollars hongkongais en double et 150 simple c'est mieux d'appeler avant pour reserver. adresse la voila JETVAN TRAVELLER'S HOUSE 4 ETAGE, FAIRVIEW MANSION, 51 PATERSON STREET CAUSEWAYBAY je connais encore une autre chungking mansion encore moins cher mais je trouve plus l'adresse j'essaierais de la retrouverer, en plus dans cette endroit il y a les meilleurs change de la ville.
mais le mieux c'est que tu achetes un petit guide avant de partir, moi j'ai le petit futé "hong kong, macao, canton" . encore un petit truc, à ta descente de l'avion quand tu passes la douane et juste avant de recuperer tes bagages il y a parfois des hotesses habillées en rouges et qui donnent un petit sachet. il y a à l'interieur plusieurs reduction notement pour le metro qui mene de l'aéroport au centre ville. normalement c'est 100 dollars pour une personne. lorsque j'y étais il y avait une reduction dans le sachet 100 dollars pour 2 personnes"c'est dejà ça de gagner".
et lorsque tu rentreras prends le bus qui mene à l'aéroport c'est moins cher que le métro et oublie pas de prevoir l'appoint avant d'y monter car il ne rend pas la monnaie.
voila mon mail si tu veux encore plus de renseignements tarekhawai@aol.com
peut être, RE, car je viens d'écrire un message, mais il est parti je sais pas si il a été effacé ou envoyé
donc je le refais
je pars le 28/01 arrivée le 29/à1 sur Canton, après je pense aller sur HgKg, j'ai imprimé l'adresse que tu as reçu nde l'auberge de jeunesse, on s'y retrouvera pt-ê si tes dates coincident avec les miennes, je reviens le 09/02.
Autrement voilà quelques infos que j'ai réussi à récupérer
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prsophie Shangaï ne me paraît pas une bonne idée pour des vacances. Le gouvernement chinois a décidé de doubler la taille de la ville d'ici une paire d'années, ce qui en fait actuellement un chantier incommensurable ! Paysage de grues et de béton armé sur fond de pollution, idéale pour le business, Shangaï n'est toutefois pas une ville que je qualifierai de touristique : Un musée, 2-3 temples, quelques vieux restes (le Bund) de l'époque coloniale (cf Le Lotus Bleu). Bref, pas terrible ! Par contre, à quelques encâblures (chinoises : 400 kms) vers l'Ouest, vous pourrez trouver Huangshan, la "montagne magique" des randonneurs chinois : Massif aux 72 sommets qui culmine au Pic de la Fleur de Lotus (1864m) : http://perso.club-internet.fr/jc-pique/chine-ms/02huan.htm Quelques villages sympa, type Hongcun, Xidi, Tunxi, Chengkan, Qiankou... Comptez 3 jours pour la balade. En 3 jours également, mais beaucoup plus à l'Ouest (c'est pas mal des fois d'être à l'Ouest, non ?), possibilité de descendre le Yang Tse, de Chongqing à Wuhan : http://perso.club-internet.fr/jc-pique/chine-ms/02huan.htm C'est à peu près tout ce qu'il y a d'interressant dans la région de Shangaï. Parlons un peu maintenant du Sud : Si vous ne connaissez pas Hong Kong, il est impératif d'y aller : c'est une des villes les plus fascinantes que je connaisse, avec Istanbul, et tellement riche : Loin du cliché de vaste centre commercial, Hong Kong mérite un long séjour pour prendre le temps de découvrir ses 18 districts et quelques unes des 260 autres îles environnant la presqu'île de Kowloon où je vous conseille de loger. Sur la grande île de Hong Kong, il faut d'abord monter au Pic Victoria (http://www.thepeak.com.hk/hongkong/attractions.html) pour l'extraordinaire vue d'ensemble sur la baie et descendre ensuite sur le port d'Aberdeen, petite mer de sampans multicolores, avant de profiter des plages et des cafés de Repulse Bay. Hong Kong est une ville à marcher : Rayonner dans Central, coeur vital de l'île, se promener entre les échoppes de Wan Chai et les bars de Soho, ou les boutiques de Causeway Bay et l'hippodrome de Happy Valley. A l'ouest, Lantau, la plus vaste des îles voisines (où le nouvel aéroport prend place) héberge le Monastère de Po Lin avec le plus grand Bouddha jamais construit en extérieur (très impressionnant) : http://www.chez.com/hongkongnews/visitehk/lantau/lant.htm Entre les deux, la plus discrète Lamma est réputée pour ses restaurants de fruits de mer. A l'Ouest de Kowloon, le contraste est grand et fascinant entre les gratte-ciel du bord de mer et les villages traditionnels des Nouveaux Territoires à l'intérieur des terres : Belle balade, le Monastère aux 10 000 Bouddhas (je ne les ai pas comptés, je leur fais confiance !) : http://www.bigwhiteguy.com/photos/tbm/1.php A une heure de ferry de Hong Kong, Macau se découvre à pieds ou en Rickshaw, ville douce aux facades coloniales pastel, semée d'églises aussi bien que de temples chinois et de forts portugais. Les jonques de la baie de Prai Grande et les casinos mythiques complètent une visite multiculturelle. Conclusion et avis d'un touriste professionnel : 6 nuits à Hong Kong, sur Kowloon : à partir de 70-80 euros la nuit pour 2, 1 nuit à Macau. - Victoria Peak + Jardin Botanique + île de Hong Kong (gratte-ciel, antiquaires, grands mags) : 1 journée - Tour de l'île en bus, avec arrêt brocantes, plages et bistros : 1 journée - Shopping (fringues essentiellement, mais cela n'est pas pour vous déplaire j'imagine ?) : au moins 1 journée - Marché de nuit - Marché aux oiseaux - Nouveaux territoires : 1 journée - Planétarium - Traversée de la baie en ferry (la plus belle croisière du monde en 10 minutes !) - Lantau : 1 journée - Macau : 2 jours / 1 nuit Je dois avoir des centaines de photos de la région. Ne pourrions-nous pas organiser un apérobouffe (type Cheese & Wine) à la maison afin que je puisse vous les montrer ?
je suis vraiment desole mais je n arrive pas a me souvenir de l adresse de la 2eme guesthousse quant a canton je ne connais pas. mais je te conseille d acheter le guide du routard ou bien un livre dans ce genre, tu le paie environ 10 a 15 euros mais ensuite tu rattrapes tres vite ton investissement. dans tous les endroit ou je vais j achete toujours le guide qui convient, je suis devenu un acros (LOL). je taurais bien prete le mien mais je ne sais pas d ou tu es, moi je suis de lyon, et en plus je suisen ce moment a loondres pour 6 mois.
ton message date dont je ne sais pas ou tu en es? peux tu m'en dire plus sur tes projets a hong kong? pour combien de temps pars tu ? je pars en asie aussi en fevrier shnaghai et ensuite peut etre hk et la thailande, cambodge etc.. en fait je reviens de thailande et j'ai été completmeent déboussolée de la vie la bas et j'ai envie d'y retourner plus longtemps, donc je plaque tout et hop je pars!!!!!!!
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Je prépare un voyage à Hong Kong (et à Pékin)et j'aimerais savoir si il existe d'autres modes d'hébergement en dehors des hotels (mais confortables quand même…
je demande vos avis de connaisseurs sur un voyage de env 1 mois au Japon.
De fin octobre à fin novembre 2026.
Nous voyageons souvent en Asie du Sud-Est mais avons jamais fait le Japon.
D'après mes diverses lectures j'aimerais bien que vous me dites si :
- voyager du jour au jour, sans avoir pris les hôtels, ni le train en avance...est possible au Japon.
(j'ai lu plein de carnets de voyage ou blogs qui indique que tout a été réservé longtemps en avance .. mais ce n'est pas notre façon de voyager habituellement).
- le Japan Rail Pass sera favorable pour nous ?
(d'après un simulateur (vieux ??) je suis à environ 400 euros de train par rapport à 570 pour JRP)
Voici notre circuit prévu en gros lignes (qui peuvent bouger) :
- Arrivée Osaka 3 nuits avec Nara
- Hiroshima et île de Miyajima 3 nuits
- Kurashiki ou Naoshima 2 nuits
- Himeji 1nuit
- Kyoto 4 nuits
- Kanazawa 2 nuits
- Takayama et Shirakawa go 3 nuits
- autour Mont Fudji 3 nuits
- Tokyo avec Nikko 6 nuits (sans aucun parc d'attraction)
départ Tokyo
We’re arriving as a group of three in Tokyo on Saturday, October 17th, then heading straight to Kyoto by direct train.
On Sunday and Monday, we’ll explore Kyoto, and in the evening, we’ll take a train to Osaka to spend the night.
On Tuesday, we’ll pick up a rental car at Itami Airport for a 6-day/5-night road trip around Shikoku:
- 2 nights in the Iya Valley
- Thursday morning, we’ll head to Matsuyama for 2 nights.
- Saturday, we’ll visit Mima (town, a few temples + overnight stay) and return on Sunday to drop off the car in Osaka.
We’ll leave very early on Monday the 26th by plane for Aomori in northern Honshu, where we’ll pick up another rental car at the airport for a 5-day/4-night trip:
- Day 1: Tsugaru Peninsula (Takayam Inari, Cape Tappi, Kanita); overnight in Kanita
- Day 2: Ferry transfer to the Mutsu Peninsula (cliffs, Lake Usori); overnight in Shimofuro
- Day 3: Head to the Hakkoda Mountains and onsens galore; overnight TBD
- Day 4: Return the car in Aomori by noon and explore the city before taking the train to Tokyo in the evening
We’ll spend Friday night in Tokyo, wander around on Saturday, and head home on Sunday.
Thoughts on the road feasibility of this trip? We’ll be there right in the middle of Koyo season, so it’ll be busy...
I know it’s a lot of driving, but there are two of us who can take turns. We’re not afraid of driving, even in the mountains and on the left side! Just wondering, are we going to be rushing, or is this manageable? AI says it’s all good, but it’s not the one driving...
Any tips for booking accommodations in the Iya Valley? Not many places have email addresses or websites (I know Booking.com exists, but not all listings are on there... and given the season, I think it’s better to book ahead!). Same question applies for northern Honshu.
For the rental car, I’m thinking of going with Alamo since at least it’s in French and straightforward, but are there any direct rental companies with user-friendly websites (Toyota Rentacar, ugh... 🏴☠️)?
Another question: With so many trains, is it even necessary to book them in advance? Can we just go to the ticket counter and grab seats on the spot?
For paying for the rental car, do we need a credit or debit card?
I’m starting to look at neighborhoods in Seoul, and I’m leaning toward staying in a hotel in Insa-Dong—I’ve spotted one really close to Unhyeongung.
Is this a good area—nice and convenient for exploring the city?
Otherwise, I’ve also found another hotel in Yongsan-Gu, right near the station of the same name. Is that station useful for getting around Seoul?
Since I’ll be in South Korea for nearly two months, I plan to spend at least a week in Seoul to recover from jet lag (it takes me a while to adjust...). So, I’d love a neighborhood that’s pleasant and a hotel not too far from a subway station.
Hi,
My departure is coming up soon—two months backpacking in Taiwan, so much to discover! I’d love to hear about your travel experiences.
My main interests are meeting people, understanding how things work, hiking, and nature in general. I’ve also done a lot of reading about Taiwan’s complex situation.
I do stone sculpture.
I also want to visit Orchid Island for its history.
Marie
We’re back from a one-month trip to China and wanted to share our itinerary. Hopefully, this can give future travelers some ideas for exploring this beautiful country.
Beijing → Temple of Heaven / Forbidden City
Jinshanling → Great Wall
Zhangjiajie → Tianmen Mountain and Heaven’s Gate
Wulingyuan → Avatar Mountains / sandstone pillars
Fenghuang → riverside houses
Ping’an → terraced rice fields
Tiantouzhai → village / rice terraces
Yangshuo → Li River / karst mountains
Shanghai → skyline with the Oriental Pearl Tower
Our travel journal is available on our travel journal, written day by day. You’ll find lots of photos and some travel tips there.
I could really use your help to finalize our trip to Japan.
We’re heading there for three weeks with my partner, starting November 10th. Our plan was to visit Tokyo, Kyoto, and a few stops in between (nothing too original so far…).
However, we’re more into nature and hiking, so even though we do want to explore Tokyo and Kyoto, we’d like to maximize nature stops between the two. Initially, we’d considered places like Kamikochi, but I understand it’s not accessible this late in the season.
Hi there,
I’d like to do this cycling route over 2 or 3 days. I’m struggling to figure out and find a (good) bike rental that lets me start in Onomichi and drop off in Imabari. Can anyone help with great tips for rentals and accommodations along the route? How do I get back to Onomichi afterward?
Next year, we’re celebrating 20 years of marriage (and travel 🙂), and we’re looking for something new, pretty legendary, and something the teens will enjoy too.
The family council has settled on Japan for now. And it’d have to be a summer trip—no choice there.
The catch: I keep reading that August isn’t the right season for southern Japan. It’s hot, humid, and there’s a risk of typhoons… Okay, but what does that *actually* mean in practice? Are there any travelers who’ve been there during this time? Is it *that* unbearable?
We’re pretty familiar with Southeast Asia—last year, we dealt with scorching heat in Vietnam and insane humidity, plus a typhoon we experienced from a distance, and visiting Angkor in the blazing sun. Is it worse than that?
I’m back with my detailed itinerary for 20 days in South Korea—it’s my first trip to the country. Our idea is to experience a more rural and cultural Korea. Here’s the rough plan: Seoul for 4 nights at the start and 1 night at the end, Gurye for 4 nights, Suncheon for 4 nights, Namhae for 4 nights, and Gyeongju for 2 nights. The goal is to pick a base and explore the surrounding areas. What do you think of this itinerary? Anything you’d change?
thanks
hi everyone, we're heading out for a 12-day trek in the Japanese Alps. We're bringing freeze-dried meals like we always do. We just found out that importing meat is banned, even freeze-dried. Is that true? We already bought them. They're commercially made freeze-dried meals. Online, it's not specified that they have to be "commercially made" because you can make your own freeze-dried food. And since we've heard they're really strict in Japan, can anyone confirm this for us? thanks
I haven’t found what I’m looking for despite my searches!
For a 15-day trip next spring, I’d like to buy a card (preferably an eSIM, but a physical SIM is fine too) that also lets me make calls in the country (to contact a hotel, a tourist spot, etc.).
You can easily find options just for data, but I haven’t come across any that include calls, texts, or even MMS.
Could you recommend something?
hi there
I’m planning a trip in September—here’s my rough itinerary. What do you think? Is it easy to rent a car to get around between my stops? Thanks so much!
Philippe
StopNightsFull daysSeoul44Gurye (Jirisan)43Suncheon43Namhae43Gyeongju21Seoul1—
Hi,
July 2026: I’m writing to you from Dali.
First, I got scammed on Booking—AI-retouched photos. No tourists at this hotel (Yishanju Designer Hotel), and the reality was horrible: dirty, with a disgusting breakfast. It’s better to use Trip.com here.
Next, the old town was an infernal cacophony, packed with tourists who shoved past without a care. Some vendors harassed you to buy things. All the stalls sold the same cheap plastic junk or other uninteresting stuff. The beautiful scenery was ruined by vendors lining 100% of the alleys. Impossible to walk, crushing heat, nothing good to eat except fresh fruit. Horrible experience.
Day 2: We went to Cangshan Mountain by cable car—the ride was short and nothing spectacular. We were at 2,600 m.
My plan was to see Erhai Lake. Unfortunately, I followed the advice of an AI chatbot: take the boat at Langkan Dock. The Didi dropped us off in the nearest area, which was full of charming little alleys but packed with Chinese tourists. The three-wheeled yellow cabs zoomed through the narrow streets, forcing you to hug the walls, on top of the scooters and other pedestrians to deal with. Crossing the neighborhood was hellish and suffocating. Once out, we hit the "corniche," which was also packed with Chinese tourists. The lake’s edge was all pebbles, and everyone was standing around taking photos. I was with my 5-year-old son. I would’ve liked to sit down and let him play with stones by the water, but it was clear we didn’t belong. They were even shoving each other for a shot! There were no boats in sight. In short, we’d had enough, and there was nothing interesting there either.
On the way back, we had to cross that maze again under the scorching sun. My son was braver than me—I even had a little dizzy spell from all the chaos. Add to that Dali’s altitude (2,200 m), so altitude insomnia, fatigue, and vulnerability during the day...
The restaurants weren’t inviting—the staff served sticky rice in a little bucket. The dishes were wrapped, and you had to figure it out yourself. After that, they ignored you completely, even if you were the only tourist.
On the 3rd day, it was time to leave for Shaxi. I hope to see beautiful villages. But honestly, I’m exhausted by this atmosphere where everything is complicated, communication is never smooth, noise is everywhere, and the behavior of some Chinese people is abusive...
Silver lining: not a drop of rain in 4 days and blue skies.
I couldn’t visit the villages in southern Yunnan because of rain and storms there...
But I was expecting to see a few more tourists.
We’re planning a 17-day trip to South Korea in October 2026 with my husband and our daughters, who’ll be 9 years old.
I’d love to get your thoughts on our draft itinerary.
First, some key details:
1/ Jeju Island is a must for us. I’ve personally dreamed of going there for years after reading a novel about it.
2/ Our girls are used to road-trip style travel since they were born, so this kind of trip won’t be an issue for them.
3/ We plan to travel by train, except on Jeju where we’ll rent a car (we already have an international driver’s permit).
Itinerary:
Seoul: 1 arrival day at 10 AM + 4 full days
Gyeongju: 2 days
Busan: 3 days
Jeju: 4 days
Seoul: 2 days
Hi there,
My girlfriend (23) and I (24) are heading to Japan for the first time from October 20th to November 6th. Here’s our itinerary:
6 nights in Tokyo
1 night in Hakone (ryokan already booked)
4 nights in Kyoto (hotel already booked)
2 nights in Osaka
4 nights back in Tokyo
I’d like to book hotels for Tokyo (both stays) and Osaka, but I’ve gotten so many different recommendations.
I’ve read that Shinjuku is the place to be for its huge hub, accessibility, and things to do, but I’ve also heard about Shibuya, Asakusa, and Ueno.
I’ve looked at hotels, and first off, I’m surprised by the prices compared to what I’ve seen on forums (I guess inflation’s hit here too… and maybe I’m late to the booking game?). I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed with all the options.
For our first stay in Tokyo, I’d prefer a hotel (not a residence or Airbnb) since we’ll be arriving at night, and it’s our first time in Japan. It’d be great to have a place with a reception, staff who speak at least a little English, and can give us some guidance. For the second stay, we could consider other options if it’s better.
Budget-wise, we can go up to 150–180 € per night, but if we can save some money to spend elsewhere, that’d be amazing!
I’m open to all recommendations, hotel suggestions, or any other tips for Tokyo (first stay), Osaka, and Tokyo (second stay).
Hi there,
I’m getting ready for a classic tourist trip to China in May 2026.
The "Terres Lointaines" itinerary looks good to me, and the price is interesting.
Has anyone traveled with them before? Any feedback?
Is there a better option?
Thanks so much for sharing your experiences on this!
Michel
I just booked my hotel in Seoul—it’ll be near Unhyeongung, on Samil-Daero 30-Gil—and I’m wondering if there’s public transport from the airport to this address (bus or subway)? If not, what’s the taxi fare? I read it’s around 50 or 60 €.
I’m traveling to Japan with a young adult with autism (ASD) from July 28 to August 8, following a pretty classic route: Osaka, Hiroshima, Kyoto, and Tokyo. I’m looking for a schedule of the most spectacular fireworks displays during that time. So far, the dates for the major *hanabi* events aren’t available online yet. If anyone has them, I’d really appreciate it if you could share!
We’ll be doing a self-drive trip using public transport in May 2026.
On Day 6, we’ll arrive in Hakone by train from Tokyo in late morning. We’ll spend the night in Hakone before heading to Kyoto.
The main goal of this stop is clearly the view (no hiking) of Mount Fuji, not so much exploring Hakone, where the sights seem limited.
I’ve read on the forum that the view is great from Gotemba, but it also takes a good hour by bus to get there. And, apart from that view, there’s nothing else to see in Gotemba!
So, I’m not sure what to choose. Any thoughts? Or alternatives to suggest?
Maybe some spots in Hakone or Gotemba for a great view?
Hi everyone, I’m Julien!
This summer, from late June to late July, I’m planning a one-month solo trip to Japan—my first time!
I’d love to hear your thoughts and advice on the itinerary I’ve put together to explore this amazing country.
Here are the routes I’m considering:
**Option 1: More mountain and nature-focused**
Tokyo: 8 nights, with day trips to Nikko and maybe the Izu Peninsula
Kawaguchiko (Lake Kawaguchi/Mt. Fuji): 1 night. The place looks stunning, but I’m worried Mt. Fuji might not be visible due to the weather
Kyoto: 6–7 nights (including a trip to Nara)
Osaka: 1–2 nights, where I’d like to drop off my things to make the Kumano Kodo easier
Kumano Kodo: 3 nights—an experience I haven’t seen much elsewhere, but I thought it sounded really interesting
Hiroshima: 2 nights
Miyajima: 1 night
Takayama: 3 days
Kanazawa: 3 days (From what I understand, the Osaka–Takayama–Kanazawa–Tokyo route is convenient for transport)
Tokyo: 1 night (return)
**Option 2: More varied but a bit vague in parts**
Tokyo: 8 nights
Kyoto: 7 nights (+ Nara)
Osaka: 2 nights
Kobe + Himeji: just passing through—I’m not sure if it’s worth a night
Naoshima: 1 night—still pretty unclear for me
Takamatsu: 2 nights. An interesting city, but I’m not sure how long to stay
Shimanami Kaido: biking from Imabari to Onomichi, then heading to Hiroshima
Hiroshima: 2 nights
Miyajima: 1 night
Kyushu road trip (Aso + onsens + Fukuoka): 5 nights (also pretty vague—I could fly from Fukuoka back to Tokyo)
Tokyo: 1 night
**Option 3: More balanced/simplified**
Tokyo: 8 nights
Kawaguchiko: 1 night
Kyoto: 7 nights (+ Nara)
Osaka: 2 nights
Koya-san: 1 night
Kumano Kodo: 3 nights
Takayama: 3 nights
Kanazawa: 3 nights
Tokyo: 1 night
A few key points:
I haven’t made any reservations yet, except for the flight tickets.
I know my plans are too packed and will need to be adjusted.
I’m specifically looking for advice on which stops to cut or shorten.
Hello everyone,
Like Cedric13600, I’ve booked a flight ticket for 30 days / 29 nights in September 2026, from Beijing to Shanghai. We’re a couple in our sixties who love independent road trips.
I’d like to draw inspiration from the following private itinerary suggested by a travel agency:
Day 1: Arrival in Beijing
Day 2 to 4: Beijing
Day 5: Datong
Day 6 & 7: Pingyao
Day 8 to 10: Xi'an
Day 11: Luoyang
Day 12: Dengfeng
flight
Day 13 & 14: Chongqing
flight
Day 15 & 16: Lijiang
Day 17: Dali
Day 18: Kunming
Day 19: Jianshui
Day 20 & 21: Yuanyang
Day 22: Travel via Guilin
Day 23 & 24: Yangshuo
Day 25: Guilin
Day 26 & 27: Zhangjiajie
flight
Day 28 & 29: Shanghai
Day 30: Departure from Shanghai
But to do this itinerary independently:
1. This schedule seems very ambitious to me—what do you think?
2. If it’s too packed, what would you remove as a priority?
Thanks so much in advance for your help.
I’m planning a 5-week trip between Yunnan and Sichuan from mid-October to the end of November 2026:
Arriving in Kunming, I’ll do a loop in the far south of Yunnan via Thonghai, Jhiansu, Zhemi, Yuanyang, Nafa, Jinping, Mengzi, and Shilin (visiting markets, villages, and hiking), then head to northern Yunnan/southern Sichuan on the same theme (passing through Kunming again) via Dongchuan, Huize, Qiaojia, Puge, Xichang, Lanba, Butuo, Huolie, Dimo, Riha, Niuniuba, Meigu, Mabian, and Leshan, before arriving in Chengdu (where I’ll take my return flight to Paris).
This would be a trip with a strong ethnic/rural focus. Since I’ve never traveled in China, I’d love to hear your thoughts on doing this solo. Are there public transport options in the region? What tips do you have for traveling through this area as smoothly and enjoyably as possible? I’ve done quite a bit of backpacking in the mountains of northern Vietnam and really enjoyed using local motorbike drivers. Is something like that available in this region (through local tourist agencies or hotels)?
What should I be cautious about? Are local tourist agencies (or hotels) offering tours and guides reliable? If you know of any specialized sites sharing tips or experiences, or names of local agencies, hotels, etc., please don’t hesitate to share them! :)
In short, all your advice (on any topic that comes to mind!) is very welcome.
Thanks so much!
While researching South Korea, I came across the term "templestay," which refers to a Korean program that lets you stay in a traditional temple to discover Buddhism and Korean culture by living like the temple residents and doing activities like making lanterns.
A templestay isn’t just for foreign tourists—on the booking site, I saw that some temples are more geared toward foreigners, with English-speaking monks.
I was wondering if it’s still worth it, especially in temples where the monks don’t speak English?
I'm 69 years old and heading to China, where most tourist sites are free or discounted for me. However, trip.com either refuses to let me book because the sites are free or doesn’t apply the discount. Does WeChat apply this discount if I book through them? How can I just reserve without paying and pay on-site? Is that possible?
I’d love to get some feedback on our 30-day / 29-night itinerary in China. We’ll be there in September as a family with two kids (6 and 10 years old).
Do you think I should cut a few nights between Wulingyuan (Avatar Mountain) and Yangshuo? I’ve planned 15 nights total there.
We’ll be on a round-the-world trip starting May 2026 and will need to do schoolwork with the kids. Hoping to fit it in during train rides!!
Ever since I started planning this China itinerary, I’ve been discovering completely mind-blowing places I’d never heard of before—30 days feels way too short for China!!!
Here’s our itinerary:
Beijing - 4 nights
Forbidden City
Great Wall of China
Temple of Heaven
Xi’an - 3 nights
Terracotta Army
Muslim Quarter & Great Mosque
Chengdu - 3 nights
Zoo - Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
Wenshu Yuan Temple
