Je suis nouvelle sur ce Forum, je pars dans deux semaines pour 3 semaines au Pérou/Bolivie et j’aurai voulu obtenir quelques conseils/avis concernant notre iténaire (nous partons à deux copines):
Voici le plan:
Jour 1: 24 août 2016: arrivée vers 6H30 du matin à Lima (par vol Madrid-Lima via Iberia => Quelqu’un connait cette compagnie : est-elle correcte sur long vol?).
On passera la journée du 24 à Lima pour découvrir la ville puis départ le lendemain sur cusco.
Jour 2: 25 août 2016: 14h depart pour cusco (vol Lima-cusco avec LAN) arrivée vers 16h à Cusco, repos pour s’habituer doucement à l’altitude et nuit à cusco.
Jour 3: 26 août : Visite de cusco puis depart pour aguas caliente pour être sur place le lendemain pour la visite du MP. Quels moyens de transport est le plus pratique pour rejoindre aguas caliente ? Possible de prendre le train directement de Cusco ou bien faut –il aller jusqu’a Ollantaytambo?
Jour 4: 27 août : Visite du Machu Picchu : on lisait sur les forum qu’il était preferable d’arriver de bon matin au MP (vers 6h) vous confirmez ? J Est-il preferable de réserver avant le depart l’entrée au MP sachant qu’on ne compte pas faire le waynna picchu (on est toutes les deux un peu sensible au vertige :p ) . Un retour à Cusco sur la même journée est-il envisageable ?
Jour 5 28 août : On aimerait beaucoup visiter les salinas de Maras et aulentours: donc notre idée serait de dormir la veille à Cusco (après le MP) et de là reserver un tour qui permettent de visiter les différents sites aux alentours. J’ai vu sur internet qu’on pouvait louer quad/vélo/rando à cheval, je trouve ça sympa pour découvrir les alentours, il existe apparement même une Tyrolienne assez impressionnante. Quels sont vos avis là dessus ?
Aprés l’excursion on aimerait prendre le bus de nuit de cusco jusqu’à Arequipa.
Jour 6 29 aout : Arrivée au petit matin (vers 6h) à Arequipa, visite de la ville. On aimerait se lancer à partir du lendemain pour 3 jours de trek au canyon del colca. Nous conseillez vous de faire celui-ci à partir de Chivay (et donc de partir directement le soir pour Chivay pour être sur place directement le lendemain ?) ou bien de faire l’excursion au depart d’Arequipa ?
Jour 7,8 et 9: 30 , 31 août et 1er septembre: Canyon del colca: Pour le dernier jour du canyon est-il envisageable de prendre un bus Chivay Puno ou bien c’est préférable de repasser d’abord par Arequipa?
Jour 10: 2 Septembre: Journée/soirée à Puno en fonction de notre heure d’arrivée
Jour 11 : 3 Septembre: Départ Puno jusqu’a Copacabana, visite de la ville + prendre bateau jusqu’a isla del sol (13h30) : nuit sur place
Jour 12: 4 Septembre: visite de l’isla del sol + reprendre bateau sur Copacabana (13h30)
Jour 13: 5 Septembre: depart pour la Paz en matinée pour prendre bus de nuit jusqu’a Sucre (Peut-etre enviagerait-on de faire une nuit en plus sur l’Isla del Sol et prendre le bateau de 8h pour retour jusqu’a Copacabana, ensuite bus Copacabana-La paz et enchainer par bus de nuit La paz Sucre, est-ce envisageable ??)
Jour 14 : 6 Septembre: arrivée au matin à Sucre, visite de la ville
Jour 15: 7 Septembre: depart pour Sucre jusqu’a Uyuni ou Tupiza (on hésite entre les deux, quels sont vos preference pour démarrer l’excursion de 4 jours dans le salar ?
Jour 16, 17,18,19 (8,9,10,11 Septembre): excursion de 4j en 4x4 dans le sud de lipez+ dernier soir trajet de nuit jusqu’a la Paz
Jour 20 et 21 : 12 et 13 Septembre : 2 journées à La paz
Jour 22 : 14 Septembre : Vol de retour depuis La paz.
Waouaw ton programme est très précis. J'ai fait plus ou moins le même parcours que tu envisage il y a deux ans. Dans un premiers temps, quelques conseils: laisse toi porter par le voyage. Les horaires des bus et des bateaux ne sont jamais fiables. Nous avions eu toujours beaucoup de retard. Ils attendent de remplis les bus au max, ou s'arrête tous les kilomètre. Mais c'est bien le charme du voyage ;). Même si c'est fatiguant, au final ce n'est pas un problème car il y a énormément de liaisons dans tout le Pérou et la Bolivie, Dès que tu arrives à une station de bus tu peux enchainer avec un autre et t'arranger. Un autre conseil, ton programme me semble certes réalisable mais chargé. J'espère que vous supporterai bien le mal de l'altitude, car cela peut te bloquer quelques jours (ou voyager malade). Moi j'avais plus ou moins bien supporter mais mon ami pas. Donc, laisse quelques possibilités à ton voyage. Bon maintenant je vais essayer de répondre un peu à tes questions ;)
Iberia: jms pris cette compagnie, mais entendu que du bien.
Une journée à Lima est largement suffisant ! Super!
Par contre, dans la même journée visiter Cusco et partir pour Aguas Calientes, je trouve que ce n'est pas top. Cette ville est magnifique, le soir c'est animé est très sympa. En plus de la ville il y a des ruines à aller voir aux alentours (et surtout les voir avant la MP, sinon ce n'est plus autant impressionnant). Elle mérite d'y rester 2 jours.
Le train est terriblement cher pour aller à Aguas Calientes, donc oui, par depuis Ollantaytambo. Tu pourras te renseigner à l'office du tourisme à Cusco, ils sont très bien, c'est hyper touristique.
Pour le MP, tu pars de Aguas Calientes, il y a un chemin ouvert depuis 5h je crois, tu pars de nuit et c'est une marche de 1h30 environ, soit dans les premières et surtout avant ceux qui prennent le bus (qui part à 6h je crois). Tu pourras ainsi profiter du site presque seule ;). La marche est raide mais très sympa, si tu es un peu sportive rien de très dur.
Par contre, tu dois avoir ton entrée avant d'arriver à Aguas Calientes!!! Même si tu ne fais pas le Wayna. Si je me souviens bien il y a un nombre limite de visiteur. Tu dois te rendre dans une agence à Cusco. Je ne suis pas sur de ces infos, mais tu dois pouvoir les trouver dans ton guide de voyage (lonely). Quant au retour à Cusco, pas de soucis.
Arequipa a été une de ville préférée ! C'est magnifique ! On était parti directement de cette ville pour faire notre treck de 2 jours au Canyon. Il y a plein d'agence, c'est assez pratique. Là pour les bus en direction de Puno, dès que tu arrives à Arequipa renseigne-toi. Les bus changent bcp et c'est bien mieux le renseignement local ;)
Méfie toi des logements à Isla del Sol, il y en a peu et certaines sont très loin à pied.
Pour Uyuni, je n'ai pas pu le faire (grève de plusieurs jours), mais sur place on nous avait dit que tu pouvais aisément aller directement jusqu'à Uyuni et trouver une agence sur place pour faire le tour.
je confirme les renseignements de Maïlyss.
J'avais fait en 2014, 16 jours au Pérou mais dans le sens inverse, donc en finissant par Cusco ce qui m'avait permis de m'habituer à l'altitude.
Je te confirme qu'il te faut ton billet pour le MP avant d'y arriver. Nous on l'avait acheter via un point "touriste" a notre hotel a Lima car il y a effectivement un nombre de place limité pour l'entrée du site.
Mais cela dit des français rencontrés a Cusco ont fait le MP avec nous en achetant leur ticket d'entrée la veille à Aguas Calientes (mais attention à l'heure de fermeture du centre visiteur).
Pour se rendre a Aguas Calientes nous on avait pris un bus taxi a Cusco pour aller jusqu'à Ollantaytambo il me semble puis un autre van taxi pour aller jusqu'à Central HIdroelectrica et ensuite tu suis les rails du train pendant genre 2heures et tu arrives a Aguas Calientes. C'est une rando sympa a faire !
Pour le retour a Cusco on avait opté pour le train mais c'est effectivement super cher !
Encore une fois, c'est bien de prévoir mais ne planifie pas tout !
Nous n'avions RIEN de réserver a part notre première nuit a Lima en arrivant sur le sol péruvien et je ne regrette pas !
Bonjour,
Aujourd'hui, il reste 1 770 entrées pour le Machu Picchu.
Méfiez-vous quand même, août est la haute saison, les disponibilités peuvent se réduire très vite.
Bon voyage
Cdlt
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Hi everyone,
I’m a 67-year-old woman who loves to travel, and for my third solo trip, I’ve decided to explore Indonesia.
I’ll be there from September 1st to October 5th, and I’m really struggling to plan my itinerary.
I’d love any advice you can share—I’ll read it all carefully.
So far, I’ve booked my first two nights with a local host in Jakarta, and then I’m heading to Borobudur. That’s all I’ve got planned for now.
Do you think I should book accommodations and transport tickets in advance? It seems really complicated, or could I just decide day by day based on how I feel?
Thanks in advance for your replies!
Hi everyone,
I’m planning a solo trip to Mongolia this summer, without an agency. However, I’d like to have a guide accompany me for certain parts of my journey.
From my research, I understand that most "activities," accommodations, and transportation are best arranged day by day, depending on opportunities and encounters. Without an agency, everything is organized on the spot.
I’d love to hear more opinions on this, especially regarding the Orkhon Valley.
Here’s the itinerary I’m planning:
* UB -> Mörön (flight) -> Khatgal (local buses)
A few days at Lake Khövsgöl
* Khatgal -> Mörön -> Jargalant -> Tariat (local buses)
A few days at the White Lakes
* White Lakes -> Tsetserleg -> Kharkhorin (4x4 with driver)
A few days in the Orkhon Valley
+ the Eight Lakes (horseback trekking with a guide)
* Return to UB
From what I’ve gathered, the first part should be fairly straightforward, but I have questions about the Orkhon Valley.
Here are my questions:
-> Tsetserleg to Kharkhorin route:
Have any of you made this trip by booking a driver on the spot when arriving in Tsetserleg? Was it easy to find an available driver? And did you find it easy/difficult/impossible to find other travelers to share the ride with? Ideally, I’d like to share this leg with fellow travelers.
-> The Eight Lakes: Could you share your experience with the Eight Lakes? Did you easily find a guide directly on site? Were you able to share this experience with other travelers?
Last question for women who’ve traveled solo in Mongolia:
-> How did you experience it? Do you have any specific tips or recommendations?
I’m considering a road trip (rental car) to explore the Canadian Rockies in September 2026, starting in Calgary and ending with about 10 days in Vancouver and the surrounding area. (Two weeks in the Rockies and a little under two weeks in Vancouver and nearby.)
I’d like to say that being a woman traveling alone doesn’t really bother me. That’s not the issue. Being a woman is just how it is, and I don’t see that changing anytime soon, but traveling solo is something I could fix by finding travel companions. However, I had a not-so-great experience in India with two girls who were total strangers at first and turned out to be quite annoying, so I’m a bit put off by the idea now.
My question is simple, assuming I do this trip alone: is it worth sticking *only* to driving? I have **zero** sense of direction—with a map, I’m hopeless. So, is it realistic to think, "With my GPS, I’ll just drive from Calgary to Vancouver and see what I see," since I don’t see myself hiking alone? I’m not easily scared, but I wouldn’t feel confident doing that solo. Unless all the sightseeing is done with a guide (but then, hello, the cost—my budget isn’t exactly overflowing).
What do you all think?
Thanks for taking the time to read this.
Take care and happy travels.
Cheers,
Régine
Hi,
After a week of sports south of Bergen, I’m not sure what to visit during the following week between Bergen and Oslo.
I haven’t planned to rent a car.
I’d love your suggestions. Thanks
Hi everyone, I’m really keen to visit Iran for three weeks in mid-March 2015.
What worries me a bit isn’t so much traveling alone—I’m used to it and know the Middle East well—but rather the current events (Islamic State) that could potentially become dangerous.
Flights are pretty cheap at the moment, and I’d like to book before prices go up.
Any advice from people who know the ground situation and Iranian current affairs better than I do would be much appreciated! :)
Hi there! I’m in the middle of planning my first solo trip (as a woman). Do you have any ideal destinations with activities like hiking, diving, sightseeing, and easy ways to meet locals—all on a small budget?
I’d love to hear from anyone who’s had this experience before! :)
Hi there,
Who could recommend a reliable agency for visiting several islands, including the parks around Komodo? I’m traveling solo as a woman.
Thanks for your great tips!
Hi everyone,
I’m often in transit in Tokyo and I stay at the hotel because Japanese people speak little English and the signs are almost always in Japanese!
Any ideas for getting from Narita to a nice park or an onsen? I wanted to try Hokkaido, but apart from renting a car, it’s all trains! Any suggestions for a car with a driver? Or is it too expensive? Small group tours in Hokkaido? I read about the Explorator group’s offer—way too expensive!!!
I’ve got a maximum of 8 days. I’d just like a nice Japanese break.
Thanks for any tips you can share!
my friend, with whom I traveled to Iran, Myanmar, and India, really wanted to take a one-month trip to Armenia and Georgia. So we booked our flights (June 21 to July 19), but disaster struck—she can’t travel anymore due to serious family reasons.
Now I’m heading off on this adventure alone. It’s not that I’ve never traveled solo before—I spent three months exploring Southeast Asia by myself last year—but I still have a few questions, and I’d really appreciate your input.
* I don’t think traveling alone in these countries is very risky—what do you think?
* Maybe I could hire a driver? What would that cost, since some places seem tricky to reach by public transport. Do you have any driver recommendations?
* I don’t want to rent a car—the driving seems too unpredictable, especially in Georgia.
* I’d love to do some nice hikes—are there any guides available?
Here’s my rough itinerary:
YEREVAN and surroundings
YEGHEGNADZOR for Noravank
GORIS and TATEV
LAKE SEVAN
DILIJAN
HAGHPAT
TBILISI and surroundings
The CAUCASUS toward Mestia
UPLISTSIKHE
VARDZIA
Return to Yerevan for my flight
Thanks to anyone who can share their experiences or answer my questions!
Hi everyone,
I wanted to share a few tips that really helped me better prepare my carry-on luggage. After a few trips (and some mistakes too!), I’ve finally found a way to organize myself that makes life a lot easier. Maybe this can help other travelers here.
1. Choose a practical and sturdy bag
A good bag is the foundation. I’ve noticed that a model with a solid structure, sturdy wheels, and a well-thought-out interior really changes the experience. Hard-shell suitcases hold up better, especially when you’re hopping between flights. Personally, I use a Lambert suitcase because the interior is super well-divided, but the important thing is to find a model that works for you.
2. Rolling your clothes really works
It’s simple, but it saves so much space. Plus, it wrinkles less. I do this now for almost everything, especially lightweight clothes.
3. Keep everything in a small kit
100 ml liquids, toothbrush, cream, mini first-aid kit… Having all of that in one clear toiletry bag makes going through security much easier. It saves you from having to take everything out and put it back in a rush.
4. A pouch for essentials
Passport, headphones, charger, phone… I keep all of that in the same pouch. It saves so much stress when you need to find something quickly, especially on the plane.
5. Traveling lighter makes all the difference
Since I started choosing versatile clothes that mix and match well, I travel with a lot less. Less weight, fewer decisions to make, fewer things to lug around. It honestly makes traveling so much more enjoyable.
From the conversations I’ve had with other travelers (and several customers too), I’ve realized you can really simplify your trip just by organizing a little better and choosing good accessories.
If you have other tips or methods that work for you, I’d love to read them. We always learn from others on this forum.
Looking forward to exchanging with you all!
Hi,
Has anyone recently taken the boat to Casamance from Dakar and could share their experience?
From France, is it possible to book online, or do you need to go through an agency? How far in advance?
Boarding/disembarking: how does it work? Do we have to check in our luggage and then pick it up on arrival?
What’s the vibe like on the boat in the seating area?
Has anyone ever stopped over in Carabane? Accommodation options there?
Thanks so much if you have any recent info!
Exploring India by road is all about having a good driver. I highly recommend the one I’ve traveled with for 5 "safe" trips—Rajasthan 3 times over 16 years, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, and Punjab. He’s been driving tourists for 25 years now and is more than just a driver. He knows how to talk about his country, the cities you visit, and suggests alternative routes.
He’s well-connected with real local guides who don’t just ramble (as he puts it himself) or drag you into shops claiming to be run by their "so-called family." Depending on your preferences, he can suggest well-tested itineraries and recommend typical hotels like Havelis.
For dining, he oversees meal prep based on your spice-level preferences. He’s Sikh and deeply respectful of his passengers.
He speaks English better than French, but one of his daughters is studying French at university.
Hi,
We’d like to spend about twenty days in Albania next July. We’re two women traveling together and we’re thinking of renting a small car. Does that sound reasonable, or should we avoid it?
Thanks for your advice.
Hi there,
I’m spending a week in Morocco (Rabat - Meknes - Fes).
I’ll be traveling solo—is it safe for a woman over 60?
For transportation, I’m planning to take the train. I was thinking of buying my ticket last minute, but it’s around the end-of-year period…?
I’ll be in Meknes on December 31st—any suggestions on how they celebrate New Year’s Eve there?
Is anyone visiting these destinations? Maybe we could meet up…?
Thanks in advance.
Hi there,
After hearing so much about Djerba, especially the GO clubs, is it risky for a young, pretty newly-retired woman to visit the island alone?
Thanks in advance.
Hi,
Does anyone know how late the buses run from Cusco Airport to the city center? I land at 9:30 PM, plus time to clear customs, pick up my luggage, and exchange some money—figure an extra 30 to 45 minutes. Though, come to think of it, I still have 5 sols from last time—maybe that’ll be enough for the bus?
Thanks.
Brigitte
Planned arrival on Sunday evening, November 16, 2025, in San José. Staying 3 nights, then taking a bus to Tortuguero for 2 nights. Looking for a shared shuttle to La Fortuna for 2 nights, then a van-boat-van combo to Santa Elena for 2 or 3 nights. Heading to Quepos for 4 nights for day trips using local buses—Jaco, San Antonio, Uvita. After that, a full-day bus ride to Cahuita. I’m booking hotels as I go, which gives me the flexibility to stay longer in places I like. I’m looking for accommodations in city centers near restaurants and not too far from the bus station. Budget: 50 € for a room with a private bathroom (if you’ve got any great tips!). For my finale, I’ll cross the land border to Panama City for 4 days. Thanks for your suggestions! 😉
As I mentioned before, I’m heading to Istanbul next summer, and I’ve heard there have been quite a few attacks by Kurds in Turkey recently, which is making me hesitate about my trip.
What do you all think? :( I’m wondering if it’s really a good idea to go...
Hi everyone,
I’m 66 and just discovered solo travel in Uzbekistan—I loved it! So I’ve decided to explore Africa, starting with Senegal. I’m just beginning my research, but if anyone can give me advice on which month to go, what to see, and whether this destination is safe—or maybe suggest another African country—I’d really appreciate your tips!
Hi there!
We’re leaving in early November for a month.
Here’s our itinerary:
Arrival in Takhmau, then heading to:
Kampong Cham
Kratie – 2 days
Mondolkiri – 3 days
Ratanakiri – 3 days
Stung Treng – 1 day
Siem Reap – 4 days
Battambang – 1 day
Kampong Chhnang – 3 days
Kampot – 2 days
Islands (WE’RE HESITATING WHICH ONE?) – 4 DAYS
Phnom Penh – 2 days
That’s it! 😊
We’re backpacking… and we love spots that aren’t too touristy. If you’ve got any tips, we’re all ears!
Thanks
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There are two of us (women).
We don’t know this country at all.
What cities or affordable spots would you recommend for visiting?
Cheap accommodation.
Looking for community-based options.
And being close to public transport.
Thanks for your tips and experiences!
Best regards.
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Hi again,
I’m adding more details to my info request. Here are two proposed itineraries. We’re hesitating:
Colombo - Unawatuna 2 days - Sinharaja 1 day - Bandarawela 2 days - Kandy 3 days - Dambulla 2 days - Wilpattu Park 1 day - Kalpitiya 3 days - Negombo 1 day
What should we change or add a day for to include Jaffna?
Or:
Negombo 1 day - Anuradhapura 2 days - Jaffna 2 days - Sigiriya 2 days - Dambulla 1 day - Kandy 2 days - Ella 1 day - Galle 3 days
For your advice.
Is it better to finish in Galle or Kalpitiya?
Thanks in advance!
Nicole
This is a warning message! I’d like to address it especially to young women traveling alone for the first time in India. Other travelers may react to my post based on their own experiences, but I think what I’m about to say shouldn’t be taken lightly—unless that’s what you’re looking for!
Last July, I traveled to Northern India. I stopped in Khajuraho to see the famous tantric temples. I stayed one night, and that was more than enough. Khajuraho is very touristy, but you should know that 80% of young Indian men there are "gigolos." Locals call these young men (aged 18 to 30) "playboys" or "Lapka" (which means "capture the woman" in Hindi)!!!
They approach tourists with kindness and politeness, offering tea or a motorcycle ride (which they’ve often gotten from generous Western female tourists) to waterfalls a few kilometers from Khajuraho or other tourist sites. After befriending you, they charm you—be careful, these are professionals who are very skilled at this; it’s all they do, and they do it well. They’ll offer you food, drinks, and even temple entry to confuse you. They’ll suggest spending the evening or even the night with them. **Refuse (unless you’re into local flings and that’s why you came)!!!!**
At first, you’ll be seduced by their generosity, let your guard down, and then they’ll make you believe in *true love*. They won’t leave you alone and will keep in touch via email or phone if you give them your details. The lines they use to soften you up and scam you include: *"I’m the only one taking care of my family, my brother is sick, I don’t know what to do..."* All of this is to manipulate you into offering them money. They’ll never ask for it outright (to avoid being exposed) but will wait for you to suggest it.
If you receive emails from them, they’ll never be signed, and their name won’t appear in the email address (to avoid leaving traces). They use fake names to avoid being reported. If you believe their sob stories and offer help, they’ll give you a bank account number to send money via Western Union. These young men make a living from this—selling their bodies and scamming people! They’re very skilled, charming, manipulative, and *big-time cheaters*!
(Especially one young man who goes by the alias *Tony*—apparently the most skilled. He lives in a hotel near the lake, *Krishna Cottage*, and is in regular contact via Skype with Western women he’s tricked into believing he loves them while shamelessly scamming them. He even opened an internet café on the roof of the hotel with money he stole from women who fell for his charm.)
So, young romantic women craving love, sensitive singles, or anyone emotionally vulnerable—**don’t let yourself be scammed!!!** This behavior is becoming more common in India and is still relatively unknown. Male prostitution is on the rise, and cases of romantic scams and financial fraud by gigolos are increasing.
hi everyone! I’d like to visit Montreal and the surrounding areas in August, and I’ve got 3 weeks of vacation. I’m traveling alone and will be visiting my daughter, who recently moved there. She’ll be working and only available in the evenings! So I’m torn between spending a week in Montreal, then taking a flight to Cuba, and returning to France from Havana—or staying in Montreal and exploring the nearby areas alone.
For my first idea—going to Cuba—is it feasible in terms of administrative formalities and legality? And for my second idea, is it possible to take buses? If so, is it too expensive? And are there many places served by them?
From FES, I’d like to spend a few days in:
MEKNES
CHEFCHAOUEN
TETOUAN
and then return to FES.
I’m planning this trip in November.
Thanks for your tips!
I just got back from an unforgettable road trip in Madagascar where I drove down the legendary RN7. It connects Tana (the capital) to Tulear.
Since we were traveling as a group of girls, we decided to go with a guide. I’d never done an “organized” trip before, but I have to say we loved this first tailor-made travel experience.
From the highlands of the Red Island
down to the west coast, by the Mozambique Channel.
Vast landscapes as far as the eye can see
Human encounters
Discovering ancestral artisanal know-how
Sunsets over the ochre mountains
Intense, precious moments with my friends
We loved the mountains, visits to artisans, and the parties too ;-)
We used local guides to show us specific spots (like Isalo National Park, where we were able to bivouac)
Hi there,
My friend and I are traveling together between October and November 2025—no exact dates yet.
We’d love to step away from the typical travel agency packages and are hoping to rent a car locally and stay with locals, living with them rather than in a vacation rental.
Does anyone know if this is possible?
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Warm regards to all
