Choix d'aéroport au Vietnam
by Elietrip
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
Bonjour,
J'envisage de partir 3 semaines au Vietnam à partir de mi-mai, soit dans deux mois, pour une durée de trois semaines.
Je souhaite voyager sans trop prévoir fixement mon itinéraire à l'avance et dormir dans des Guest houses.
(Si vous avez des conseils pour dormir, de choses à voir, d'endroits à ne pas rater, de moyens de locomotion, d'organisation, etc, je suis preneuse !)
Je pense prendre un vol aller pour arriver à Hanoï puis progresser vers le Sud pour repartir d'Hö-CHi-Minh-Ville mais, si j'ai le temps, je souhaiterais en profiter pour aller à Angkor. Ma question est celle-ci : L'aéroport d'Hö-Chi-Minh est-il le plus judicieux si je suis à Angkor dans les derniers jours de mon voyage ?
Merci à tous ceux qui prendront le temps de me répondre et de partager leur expérience.🙂
Bonjour,
A mon avis le mieux et le moins cher est de prendre un aller retour Hanoï et un siem reap Hanoï avec une cie low cost pour repartir ( air Asia ) ou autre. Ce sera moins cher a mon avis que de faire un Paris Hanoï - siem reap ho chi minh et ho chi minh Paris .
Pour les billets interne Asie, plus vous attendez plus les prix montent, donc a prendre des que vous êtes décidée.
Ensuite, il faut l histoire du visa si vous quittez le Vietnam pour le Cambodge et que vous repassez par le Vietnam pour la France.
Je crois qu il faut prendre un e visa 25 euros pour 30 jours et bénéficier de l exemption de visa de 15 jours pour le retour par le Vietnam. À vérifier
A mon avis le mieux et le moins cher est de prendre un aller retour Hanoï et un siem reap Hanoï avec une cie low cost pour repartir ( air Asia ) ou autre. Ce sera moins cher a mon avis que de faire un Paris Hanoï - siem reap ho chi minh et ho chi minh Paris .
Pour les billets interne Asie, plus vous attendez plus les prix montent, donc a prendre des que vous êtes décidée.
Ensuite, il faut l histoire du visa si vous quittez le Vietnam pour le Cambodge et que vous repassez par le Vietnam pour la France.
Je crois qu il faut prendre un e visa 25 euros pour 30 jours et bénéficier de l exemption de visa de 15 jours pour le retour par le Vietnam. À vérifier
Merci beaucoup Luan pour votre réponse éclairée.
Effectivement, votre trajet est beaucoup plus économique que celui auquel je pensais à l'origine et Siem Reap - Hanoï peu cher et rapide en avion.
Je vais suivre vos conseils.
Pour le visa, puis-je attendre d'arriver sur place pour m'en occuper ou dois-je le demander avant le départ ?
Autre question : pensez-vous que je puisse descendre du Nord au Sud en bus ou serait-il intéressant de prendre un petit vol intérieur pour gagner du temps sur un éventuel tronçon moins intéressant ? Merci de vos conseils...
Autre question : pensez-vous que je puisse descendre du Nord au Sud en bus ou serait-il intéressant de prendre un petit vol intérieur pour gagner du temps sur un éventuel tronçon moins intéressant ? Merci de vos conseils...
NON ! Le truc à faire est le Nord et le Centre, puis vol DIRECT DANANG-Siem Reap, puiis bus SR-Phnom Penh et ensuite prendre le bateau rapide PP-CHAU DOC (frontière viet) et faire CD-Saigon en 2'-' jours
La portion Hnaoi-Hue est très barbante ; faites-là en train de nuit (en +, vs gagner une journée de visites)
ATT. si vs allez au Vietnam, puis au Cambodge, puis revenez au Vietnam, il vous faut un visa Entrées multiples
La portion Hnaoi-Hue est très barbante ; faites-là en train de nuit (en +, vs gagner une journée de visites)
ATT. si vs allez au Vietnam, puis au Cambodge, puis revenez au Vietnam, il vous faut un visa Entrées multiples
Méfiez-vous de la vie, car les ratés ne vous rateront pas!
Visa multi entrée 30 jours: 50$ plus prix de la lettre😕
Un Evisa en ligne (25$) pour la première partie au Vietnam https://www.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/ puis l'exemption de visa pour la deuxième partie du Vietnam.
https://lavieauvietnam.com/e-visa-vietnam/
Un Evisa en ligne (25$) pour la première partie au Vietnam https://www.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/ puis l'exemption de visa pour la deuxième partie du Vietnam.
https://lavieauvietnam.com/e-visa-vietnam/
Pour bien aimer un pays il faut le manger, le boire et l’entendre chanter. (Michel Déon)
Ce n'est pas compliqué😄
Un E visa puis une exemption c'est possible sans délai entre, il faut toutefois sortir du Vietnam pour bénéficier de l'exemption et c'est le cas ici. Les voyageurs qui effectuent un premier séjour au Vietnam avec un visa ne sont pas obligés d’attendre 30 jours pour faire un deuxième séjour en bénéficiant de l’exemption. (s’ils restent moins de deux semaines cette fois).
Ce sont deux exemptions de 15 jours chaque qui demandent un délai de 30 jours hors du Vietnam. Les voyageurs exemptés de visa quittant le territoire et ayant prévu de revenir dans moins de 30 jours, doivent demander un visa pour ce deuxième séjour (ou inversement) Il faut attendre un mois, en effet, pour être de nouveau exempté de visa.
Un E visa puis une exemption c'est possible sans délai entre, il faut toutefois sortir du Vietnam pour bénéficier de l'exemption et c'est le cas ici. Les voyageurs qui effectuent un premier séjour au Vietnam avec un visa ne sont pas obligés d’attendre 30 jours pour faire un deuxième séjour en bénéficiant de l’exemption. (s’ils restent moins de deux semaines cette fois).
Ce sont deux exemptions de 15 jours chaque qui demandent un délai de 30 jours hors du Vietnam. Les voyageurs exemptés de visa quittant le territoire et ayant prévu de revenir dans moins de 30 jours, doivent demander un visa pour ce deuxième séjour (ou inversement) Il faut attendre un mois, en effet, pour être de nouveau exempté de visa.
Pour bien aimer un pays il faut le manger, le boire et l’entendre chanter. (Michel Déon)
Je crois que cette interdiction vise ceux qui entrent en exemption de visa;
interdiction n'est pas exactement le mot;
il faut laisser passer 30 jours entre deux entrées en exemption de visa.
" Si vous avez bénéficié de cette exemption, une seconde entrée au Vietnam sans visa ne sera possible qu’après une période de trente jours suivant la dernière date de sortie du pays. À défaut, un visa sera obligatoire. "
Lu ici
vietnamfreeandeasy.com/...usquau-30-juin-2021/
et lu ici
www.tonkinvoyage.com/...emption-de-visa.html
où cette phrase me laisse perplexe :
" Si l’on est exempté de visa, il faut quand même être muni d’un passeport valide, et avoir une réservation de billet prouvant qu’on a prévu de quitter le Vietnam dans les 15 jours. "
Donc si j'entre au Vietnam à vélo, la frontière vietnamienne n'est qu'à 350 km de mon village en Thaïlande , j'en ressortirai évidemment à vélo, donc pas de réservation de billet !
" Si vous avez bénéficié de cette exemption, une seconde entrée au Vietnam sans visa ne sera possible qu’après une période de trente jours suivant la dernière date de sortie du pays. À défaut, un visa sera obligatoire. "
Lu ici
vietnamfreeandeasy.com/...usquau-30-juin-2021/
et lu ici
www.tonkinvoyage.com/...emption-de-visa.html
où cette phrase me laisse perplexe :
" Si l’on est exempté de visa, il faut quand même être muni d’un passeport valide, et avoir une réservation de billet prouvant qu’on a prévu de quitter le Vietnam dans les 15 jours. "
Donc si j'entre au Vietnam à vélo, la frontière vietnamienne n'est qu'à 350 km de mon village en Thaïlande , j'en ressortirai évidemment à vélo, donc pas de réservation de billet !
Donc si j'entre au Vietnam à vélo, la frontière vietnamienne n'est qu'à 350 km de mon village en Thaïlande, j'en ressortirai évidemment à vélo, donc pas de réservation de billet !
Mais vous êtes des rebelles tout les deux😏!!
Une exemption c'est une faveur qui est faite et c'est déjà bien! L' immigration elle a bon dos! Si tout le monde respectait ce qui est instauré il n'y aurait peut pas besoin de borner les règles pour que ce ne soit pas un grand cirque.. et que chacun en fasse à sa guise! Regardez le nombre de touristes qui viennent ici se demandant comment faire parce qu'il ont dépassé le delai imparti...😕 Si vous n'avez pas de preuve de sortie et bien vous prenez un visa ou vous achetez un billet de bus prouvant ainsi votre sortie dans les délais quitte à ne pas prendre ce transport et à pédaler sur votre tricycle😉...ce sera toujours plus économique que le visa😛
Mais vous êtes des rebelles tout les deux😏!!
Une exemption c'est une faveur qui est faite et c'est déjà bien! L' immigration elle a bon dos! Si tout le monde respectait ce qui est instauré il n'y aurait peut pas besoin de borner les règles pour que ce ne soit pas un grand cirque.. et que chacun en fasse à sa guise! Regardez le nombre de touristes qui viennent ici se demandant comment faire parce qu'il ont dépassé le delai imparti...😕 Si vous n'avez pas de preuve de sortie et bien vous prenez un visa ou vous achetez un billet de bus prouvant ainsi votre sortie dans les délais quitte à ne pas prendre ce transport et à pédaler sur votre tricycle😉...ce sera toujours plus économique que le visa😛
Pour bien aimer un pays il faut le manger, le boire et l’entendre chanter. (Michel Déon)
J aime bien quand on dit non ! Et que l on a pas tout lu les souhaits de la personne qui pose la question.
Elle cherche un truc simple et plus économique.
Faire un SR PP et PP Chaud Doc va prendre 2 jours non stop 3 jours avec une pause a PP . Ensuite un Chau doc Ho chi minh.
Avec un retour ho chi minh Paris, pas très économique.
Ensuite Danang SR pourquoi pas.
Elle cherche un truc simple et plus économique.
Faire un SR PP et PP Chaud Doc va prendre 2 jours non stop 3 jours avec une pause a PP . Ensuite un Chau doc Ho chi minh.
Avec un retour ho chi minh Paris, pas très économique.
Ensuite Danang SR pourquoi pas.
Oui vous avez raison concernant le e visa et l exemption de visa.
Perso je suis passé par ha tien l année dernière on ne m a rien demandé pour l exemption de visa. Cette année par aéroport, rien demandé non plus avec un e visa de 30 jours ( billet de continuation que j avais prévu au cas où )
Perso je suis passé par ha tien l année dernière on ne m a rien demandé pour l exemption de visa. Cette année par aéroport, rien demandé non plus avec un e visa de 30 jours ( billet de continuation que j avais prévu au cas où )
Bonjour,
Elle pourrait aussi faire en multi destination Paris Hanoï - Danang Siem Reap - Siem Reap Paris (avec escale saigon sans besoin de visa) J'ai fais une simulation pour mi mars mi avril: 1025 euro...VietnamAirlines Il faut comparer les diverses options en fonction du temps dispo et du prix des visas.
Bonne journée
Elle pourrait aussi faire en multi destination Paris Hanoï - Danang Siem Reap - Siem Reap Paris (avec escale saigon sans besoin de visa) J'ai fais une simulation pour mi mars mi avril: 1025 euro...VietnamAirlines Il faut comparer les diverses options en fonction du temps dispo et du prix des visas.
Bonne journée
Pour bien aimer un pays il faut le manger, le boire et l’entendre chanter. (Michel Déon)
Un grand merci pour vos nombreuses réponses et vos conseils.
Je regarde demain vos propositions de trajets et je reviens vers vous.
Luan résume bien lorsqu'il dit que je cherche une solution simple et économique. ;-)
Asia7, j'ai vu que vous aviez aidé quelqu'un sur le forum à faire son itinéraire sur environ 3 semaines et je suis preneuse de tout conseil !
Bonsoir Marie,
Je vais réfléchir, après avoir vu votre profil, à ce qui pourrait vous correspondre et je reviens vers vous.
A très vite😏 Bonne soirée Fabienne
Je vais réfléchir, après avoir vu votre profil, à ce qui pourrait vous correspondre et je reviens vers vous.
A très vite😏 Bonne soirée Fabienne
Pour bien aimer un pays il faut le manger, le boire et l’entendre chanter. (Michel Déon)
Je souhaite partir le 16 mai, de Genève de préférence, pour un retour le 6 juin.
Peu importe le sens de mon voyage, commencer par le Vietnam ou par Angkor. Je préfère suivre l'avis de personnes qui connaissent bien le pays afin d'en profiter au mieux, surtout que je voyage seule. 🙂
Ce sera donc 3 semaines en tout Angkor compris?...soit 2 semaines au Vietnam, ce qui va limiter un peu
Pour bien aimer un pays il faut le manger, le boire et l’entendre chanter. (Michel Déon)
pour vous aider, car ce n'est pas simple
GENEVE - HANOI HO CHI MINH - GENEVE DEPART LE 16 MAI - RETOUR LE 06 JUIN = 630 EUROS QATAR AIRWAYS
DANANG - SIEM REAP DEPART LE 30 MAI SIEM REAP -HO CHI MINH DEPART DEPART LE 3 JUIN CAMBODIA ANGKOK AIR = 150 EUROS
TOTAL 780,00 EUROS
Une idée parmi tant d'autres
Mais ne trainez pas trop
GENEVE - HANOI HO CHI MINH - GENEVE DEPART LE 16 MAI - RETOUR LE 06 JUIN = 630 EUROS QATAR AIRWAYS
DANANG - SIEM REAP DEPART LE 30 MAI SIEM REAP -HO CHI MINH DEPART DEPART LE 3 JUIN CAMBODIA ANGKOK AIR = 150 EUROS
TOTAL 780,00 EUROS
Une idée parmi tant d'autres
Mais ne trainez pas trop
Asia7, oui, je suis limitée par mes dates, même si je me dis que c'est quand même une chance extraordinaire de pouvoir faire ce voyage.:-)
Luan, ce que vous avec trouvé (merci beaucoup d'avoir pris le temps de regarder !) est totalement dans mon budget mais cela veut dire que je ne verrai rien entre Hué et Hô Chi Minh ? Quel serait le parcours sur place avec cette configuration ? Selon Larsay, Hanoi-Hué n'est pas la partie la plus intéressante...
Luan, ce que vous avec trouvé (merci beaucoup d'avoir pris le temps de regarder !) est totalement dans mon budget mais cela veut dire que je ne verrai rien entre Hué et Hô Chi Minh ? Quel serait le parcours sur place avec cette configuration ? Selon Larsay, Hanoi-Hué n'est pas la partie la plus intéressante...
😏
Bien sur que c'est une chance!
Larsay voulait sans doute dire qu'il n'y a rien à voir entre Hanoï et Hué en bus de jour , la route est barbante longue et fatigante, il vous propose donc le train de nuit , il confirmera.
Si vous n'aviez pas de contraintes de temps vous pourriez faire du nord au sud en étapes et voir un maximum y compris entre Hanoï et Hué, les grottes de Phon Nha Qué Bang entre autres, mais.....15 jours çà ne suffit pas, il faut au minimum un mois.
Le nord est sans doute le plus attrayant du côté des paysages, viennent ensuite Hué, Hoi An et le delta. Après du centre au sud, vous avez toute la partie des hauts plateaux, la bande côtière avec les grandes stations de plage et de moins grandes aussi, mais là pas assez de temps et comme il faut faire des choix....😐. Ou alors laissez de côté le Cambodge et consacrez vous au Vietnam.
Larsay voulait sans doute dire qu'il n'y a rien à voir entre Hanoï et Hué en bus de jour , la route est barbante longue et fatigante, il vous propose donc le train de nuit , il confirmera.
Si vous n'aviez pas de contraintes de temps vous pourriez faire du nord au sud en étapes et voir un maximum y compris entre Hanoï et Hué, les grottes de Phon Nha Qué Bang entre autres, mais.....15 jours çà ne suffit pas, il faut au minimum un mois.
Le nord est sans doute le plus attrayant du côté des paysages, viennent ensuite Hué, Hoi An et le delta. Après du centre au sud, vous avez toute la partie des hauts plateaux, la bande côtière avec les grandes stations de plage et de moins grandes aussi, mais là pas assez de temps et comme il faut faire des choix....😐. Ou alors laissez de côté le Cambodge et consacrez vous au Vietnam.
Pour bien aimer un pays il faut le manger, le boire et l’entendre chanter. (Michel Déon)
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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).
Thanks!
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).
Thanks!
hi
I’ll be on a cruise on January 11, 2027. We’re stopping in Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My).
I’d love to see something other than the city—anyone have recommendations or a guide for 6-8 people with pickup at the port?
I’d really like to visit some rice paddies.
I’ll be on a cruise on January 11, 2027. We’re stopping in Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My).
I’d love to see something other than the city—anyone have recommendations or a guide for 6-8 people with pickup at the port?
I’d really like to visit some rice paddies.
Hi there,
I’m spending 4 days in Kuala Lumpur.
Could you let me know what’s absolutely worth visiting and what’s not really worth the effort?
Any suggested itinerary?
Apart from Batu Caves, I don’t have many ideas...
I’m traveling with my partner and our 16-year-old son.
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
I’m spending 4 days in Kuala Lumpur.
Could you let me know what’s absolutely worth visiting and what’s not really worth the effort?
Any suggested itinerary?
Apart from Batu Caves, I don’t have many ideas...
I’m traveling with my partner and our 16-year-old son.
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
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!
Hi there,
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
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!






