Mon copain et moi avons prévu de partir 2 semaines en Indonésie fin juin. Notre vol serait au départ de Madrid, et après une escale à Doha (où apparemment il ne vaut pas le coup de faire un stopover), nous arriverions à Jakarta. J'ai vu que beaucoup d'entre vous ont des vols à destination de Bali directement, mais pour moi ça rehausse pas mal la facture...
Je dois avouer que j'ai vu plein d'infos, de photos, de récits, j'ai envie de tout voir, mais j'ai aussi envie de prendre le temps, et de décompresser (un peu de plage, de marche, de nature...). Java, Bali, Lombok, que privilégier pour un premier voyage, combien de temps attribuer à chaque étape?
Je suis conscient de ne pas trop avoir d'idée précise, mais c'est bien pour ça que je demande aux experts de m'orienter un peu sur ce coup là, car avec seulement 13 jours pleins, ce serait dommage de se rater :)
je veux bien essayer de t'aider car je vis sur bali et connais bien l'Indonésie mais après quels sont tes centres d'intérêts .???? sur Java de jakarta tu peux prendre le train pour te rendre à Yogjakarta c'est une très jolie ville du centre et le train est sympa ou bien l'avion si tu es très pressée .. ensuite à Yogjagarta 2 jours suffisent pour visiter le Kraton ( palais et alentours ) et bien sur les sites de Borobodur et prambanan ... ensuite tu peux te rendre au volcan Bromo vraiment très joli au lever du soleil ( tu prends pareil le train de Yogjakarta pour Surabaya et là de Surabaya le train pour Probollingo et un minubus pour Cemoro Lawang ( je te donnerai plus d'infos si tu es interessée ) ensuite de Bromo tu peux aller voir le volcan kawah Ijen .. bus de Probbolingo à Bondowoso puis minibus pour Sempol et dormir au Pos paltuding et lever à 3h du matin pour descendre dans le cratère ... voilà ensuite tu redesend direct vers Banyuwangi prendre le ferry puis le bus pour Denpasar Bali .... voilà déjà sur java celà doit reprtésenter une semaine ... ensutie à voir sur bali la prochaine étape
Ce coup-ci je peux peut être t'aider...
13 jours sur place, cela me paraît court pour visiter plus d'une île.
Donc si tu arrives à java, d'après moi, soit tu prend direct un vol pas cher pour denpasar (avec une compagnie black listée...), soit tu restes sur Java qui a quand même pas mal à offrir.
Tout dépend de ce que tu as envie de faire : plage ? ascension de volcans ? histoire et culture ?
Personnellement j'ai beaucoup aimé l'Est de Java. Yogyakarta est une ville sympa, et les environs méritent la visite (borobudur, prambanan, le pateau de dieng). Plus à l'Est le bromo et le kawa ijen sont assez spectaculaires, mais il y a pas mal de monde.
Je ne connais pas l'ouest de l'île, mais on m'en a dit du bien : nature luxuriante, volcans... si tu veux randonner et gravir des volcans ça a l'air assez cool.
Côté plage et plongée en revanche, ce n'est pas le top. Il y a un archipel au Nord de l'île assez côté pour la plongée : Karimunjawa. Mais ça a l'air confidentiel, et plutôt cher.
Donc si pour vous plage et plongée sont incontournables pour ce séjour, tu ne couperas pas à une étape à Bali ou lombock. Mais dans ce cas sérieux, penches toi sur les vols intérieurs, en bateau ça va être trop long .
Tout ce que vous proposez semble magnifique, et c'est toujours hyper difficile de choisir! Je vais regarder s'il est possible de rallonger d'un ou 2 jours la durée du voyage, pour pouvoir profiter un max de notre séjour. Je serais déçu de ne pas pouvoir profiter un peu des magnifiques plages indonésiennes...
Petite question, comment sont les trains là-bas? Les déplacements sont-ils réellements chronophages? Y a-t-il des trains de nuits? Il y a 2 ans, en Chine, nous avions parcouru pas mal de km avec ces trains, et même sans prendre de business, nous avions plutôt bien dormi.
Sur Bali, j'avais lu que les plages étaient moins impressionantes qu'à Lombok, avez-vous eu le même sentiment?
Enfin, les ascencions de volcans sont-elles pour randonneurs avertis, ou bien c'est accessible pour quelqu'un simplement en bonnes conditions physiques?
Pour répondre à tes questions :
- Oui les déplacements sont chronophages (sur java du moins, sur bali les distances sont plus réduites). Entre jakarta et yogya, c'est 9h de train. Pour les trains de nuit, je ne peux pas te dire, je ne les ai pas utilisés.
- De yogya jusqu'à Bali, c'est assez long (train + bus + ferry) : si tu en profites pour te ballader, faire le Bromo et le Ijen, c'est sympa, mais il faut une bonne semaine (et encore, sans flâner...)
- A Bali les plages ne sont pas exceptionnelles. Au Nord de l'île, sur Amed, tu trouves en revanche des spots très très sympa pour faire du snorkelling. Le récif est magnifique, très proche de la plage, il n'y a pas de courant, c'est une bonne occasion pour mettre le masque et le tuba même si on ne fait pas de plongée bouteille.
- Au Sud de Bali, Nusa lembogan est assez sympa. Il faut en revanche éviter le côté ouest (kuta bali et legian) : plages de surfers, sale, bruyant, envahi...
- pour aller de bali sur lombok c'est encore du bateau et du bus... Des speed boat font la traversée plus vite que les ferrys, ils sont plus chers et ça secoue un peu.
- sur Lombok je ne connais que les gilis, et pas du tout les plages de l'îles. parmi les gilis, ma préférée est Meno (la plus petite) : très très belles plage, et très tranquille.
- pour les volcans, pas besoin d'être entraîné : il faut une bonne condition physique (ça grimpe sec) et aimer se lever en pleine nuit : les départs de font en général au milieu de la nuit pour arriver au sommet au lever du soleil. Le panorama est une récompense à la hauteur de l'effort fourni...
A mon avis, jette un oeil sur les vols jakarta/denpasar (ou yogya / denpasar / jakarta) : c'est un petit combiné bali / lombok qui me semble répondre le mieux à tes attentes. En réservant à l'avance, tu dois pouvoir trouver des vols autour de 40 euros l'aller.
bon cyrille te donne des bonnes infos et je peux juste ajouter sur Java oui karimunjaya est magnifique j'y suis allé et c'est pas si cher que cela .. mais bon il faut rejoindre le centre nord de Java ... par contre sur Lombok moi mes plages préférées sont dans le sud à côté de Kuta Lombok ... les plages de Mawun .. Selong Blanak et Tanjuung Anaak sont encore bien préservées du tourisme et tu peux loger à Kuta Lombok c'est un endroit sympa .. par contre oui il faut prendre le ferry à Padang Bai jusqu'à Lembar sur Lombok (4h de traversée ) et ensuite rejoindre Kuta .. le mieux est de louer un scooter sur Bali et faire la traversée avec ...
Pour les trains si il y en a à toute heures même de nuit ... mais oui cela te prendra sûr 1 semaine si tu veux visiter Java ... donc si tu n'as que 13 jours je pense que rejoindre Bali pour une semaine puis Lombok te permettra d'être plus cool .. tu as des vols depuis Jakarta vers Bali pas cher ....
sur Bali profites pour voir un peu la culture, les temples, danses; rizières puis va à Lombok et tu peux même si tu es intéressée monter le Volcan Rinjani .. c'est 3 jours et 2 nuits mais vraiment c'est fantastique .. juste la dernière portion est assez dure mais je l'ai fait à 56 ans donc ...
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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.
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.
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. ;-)
Bonjour,
En voyage en Thaïlande je suis à la recherche de jonc bouddhiste kumlai.
Quelqu’un saurait-il me guider pour en trouver?
À Bangkok j’ai visité quelques temple mais je n’en n’ai pas trouvé sur les magasins à proximité.
Si vous avez une idée je suis preneuse! Belle journée :-)
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!
Family of 4—2 adults and 2 kids (11 and 15) who are well-traveled.
We’re planning a 15-day trip to Indonesia and would love your thoughts on our itinerary.
We love discovering local culture, food (!!), seeing beautiful landscapes, and keeping an active pace. We’re not the type to lounge on the beach for 5 hours or spend ages by the pool when we’re halfway across the world. Also, we try to avoid places "ruined" by mass tourism (like Holbox in Mexico, which we loved 10 years ago but not at all on our last visit, or Phi Phi in Thailand, completely destroyed by mass tourism).
Special note: we love traveling by train :)
Here’s what we’ve planned so far:
**Day 1**
Arrival in Jakarta, then domestic flight to Yogyakarta. Settle in Yogyakarta.
**Day 2**
Borobudur in the morning, then exploring nearby villages.
**Day 3**
Prambanan in the morning, followed by culinary discovery / market / local vibe in Yogyakarta.
**Day 4**
Train to Jombang, then driver/bus to the Bromo area. Overnight stay.
**Day 5**
Sunrise at Bromo, exploring the volcano and sea of sand. Relax in the afternoon.
**Day 6**
Travel to eastern Java, then train, ferry, and road to reach Sidemen in Bali.
**Day 7**
Sidemen
**Day 8**
Sidemen
**Day 9**
Sidemen
**Day 10**
Transfer to Gili Air (car to the port + fast boat?)
**Day 11**
Gili Air
**Day 12**
Gili Air
**Day 13**
Transfer to Ubud
**Day 14**
Ubud
**Day 15**
Return to Bali airport, flight to Jakarta, then international flight.
Does this itinerary seem coherent for a family?
Does it feel too packed or well-balanced?
Would you make any changes to certain stops, durations, or transfers?
