Bonjour
Je viens demander des conseils à ceux qui connaissent la Birmanie sur mon projet de voyage. Peut-être pourrez-vous répondre à quelques unes de mes nombreuses interrogations. Nous voyageons en couple et nous resterons 28 jours sur place, du 20 novembre au 18 décembre 2014. Seuls les vols France-Birmanie sont achetés pour le moment.
Voici l’itinéraire auquel je pense :
J0- Vol Paris-Yangon
J1- Arrivée à Yangon à 13h25
Vol Yangon-Mandalay (j’ai vu qu’il y en avait un avec golden myanmar airlines à 17h45)
J2-3-4-Mandalay soit 4 nuits , 3 jours complets
J5- (c’est un lundi) Mandalay-Bagan par bateau (lent ?)
J6-7-8- Mandalay soit 4 nuits, 3 jours complets (dont excursion au Mont Popa)
J9- Mandalay vers le lac Inlé (bus ? voiture ?)
J10 à 15 : autour du lac Inle dont 3 jours de trek, excursion à Kakku (et Pindaya ?) soit 7 nuits, 6 jours complets
J16- vol Hého – Kentung (Kyaing Tong)
J17-18-19- Kentung soit 4 nuits, 3 jours et demi sur place – treks
J20- Vol Kentung-Yangon (c’est le mardi 9 décembre, il doit y avoir un vol avec Air KBZ, puisque j’ai lu qu’ils ont lieu le mardi et le dimanche. Il arrive à Yangon à 17h) - nuit à Yangon
J21-22-23- 24 ? Rocher d’or puis vers le sud : Moulmein, Hpa-an. Soit (3 ou) 4 nuits
J(24 ou) 25 : retour à Yangon
J(25 ou)26-27-28-Yangon soit 3 (ou 4 nuits) et un peu moins de 3 jours complets (ou 4)
J28-vol pour Paris à 19h10
Donc, que pensez-vous de cet itinéraire et des durées de séjour ? Est-ce trop ambitieux ? Est-ce que je rate quelque chose d’importantissime ?
Et maintenant, des questions pratiques ou pour peaufiner le voyage.
J1- Est-ce une bonne idée ou risqué de repartir direct pour Mandalay sitôt arrivés sans quitter l’aéroport ?
J5-J’ai lu sur le forum qu’il était plus intéressant de prendre le bateau lent, malgré les 14h de voyage et l’inconfort, car on voyait bien la vie quotidienne de la population. Qu’en pensez-vous ? Savez-vous si ce bateau circulera ce jour-là, un lundi ? sinon nous prendrons le bateau rapide. Certains disent aussi que le voyage en bateau est monotone, d’autres disent que c’est la meilleure façon de faire ce trajet … Nous raterons Monywa, c’est peut-être dommage ?
J10 à 15- autour du lac Inle. Si j’ai bien compris, le trek de 3 jours classique est celui Kalaw-Inle. Est-il préférable de faire Pindaya-Kalaw, où la population est sans doute moins sollicitée par les touristes il est donc sans doute plus authentique ? Qu’en pensez-vous ? Où les paysages sont-ils plus beaux ?
J16 à 19 : le triangle d’Or. Nous voudrions rencontrer des populations avec leurs costumes traditionnels (comme nous l’avions fait dans le nord du Viet Nam). Ai-je raison d’avoir choisi cette région ?
Dernière question ( !) : j’ai pensé solliciter des agences locales pour louer une voiture 3 ou 4 jours , sans doute avec un guide : dans quelle région cela serait-il le plus utile ? c'est-à-dire une région où c’est plus compliqué ou plus cher de circuler en bus ou en taxi et où il est particulièrement intéressant de s’arrêter en route. Autour du lac Inle (éventuellement depuis Bagan)? dans le Triangle d’Or ? dans le Sud-Est ?
Merci d’avance pour vos avis.
J1- Est-ce une bonne idée ou risqué de repartir direct pour Mandalay sitôt arrivés sans quitter l’aéroport ?
La gare routière d'Aung Mingalar est à une petite demi-heure de l'aéroport donc dans l'idée pourquoi pas (sachant que les bus quittent la station à partir de 17h jusque 19h ou 20h selon les compagnies pour Mandalay). A quelle heure votre avion atterrit-t-il?
J5-J’ai lu sur le forum qu’il était plus intéressant de prendre le bateau lent, malgré les 14h de voyage et l’inconfort, car on voyait bien la vie quotidienne de la population. Qu’en pensez-vous ?
- Que je ne suis vraiment pas persuadé que la vie quotidienne soit plus visible sur les rives de l'Irrawaddy que sur le bord des routes entre Mandalay et Bagan
- Que je ne comprends pas cet engouement pour ce trajet (14h ... je veux bien que dans nos contrées on ne sache plus "prendre le temps de" mais là ... Une journée complète sur un bateau ... c'est pas comme si vous passiez la journée dans la Baie d'Halong avec visite de grottes, baignade etc.).
- Que vous gérez votre timing comme vous le souhaitez!
Nous raterons Monywa, c’est peut-être dommage ?
Oui: la villes est sympas, il y a quelques points d'intérêts (Powing Taung, Thanbuddha...) et les environs sont vraiments sympas (cultures, villages etc.). Je vous suggère plutôt Monywa avec une (voir 2 nuits) puis descendre vers Pakoku et prendre le bateau pour Bagan ensuite (croisière plus courte, environ 1h30 mais arrivée sur Bagan depuis le fleuve, plutôt sympa) plutôt que 14h à bien voir la vie quotidienne ...
Merci Nino (si vous permettez cette familiarité .😉) pour vos avis.
Pour faire Yangon-Mandalay, je pensais prendre l'avion (ça nous ferait 3 vols pendant tout le voyage). Notre avion arrive à Yangon à 13h25. J'avais choisi Mandalay justement parce qu'il y avait un avion qui partait quelques heures après notre arrivée, ce qui nous permettait d'économiser un aller-retour aéroport-centre ville. Mais ça aurait pu être Yangon-Kentung, ou Hého ou Bagan, mais ces vols, ou bien n'existent pas ce jour-là ou bien partent trop tôt par rapport à notre arrivée à Yangon.
Pour le trajet Mandalay-Bagan en bateau, vous mettez effectivement le doigt sur les questions que je me pose ... Bon, ça, nous pourrons toujours décider sur place.
A la prochaine!
Concernant le Mont Popa (80 km de Mandalay) c'est carrément l'un des seuls endroits à ne pas faire !! Concentrez vous plutot sur Sagaing notamment. Pour le bateau lent jusqu'à Bagan c'est plutot long : 15h.
Pour Kentung je valide absolument mais la notion de treks parait surfaite : je parlerai de "parcours quotidien dans les tribus".....
Pour Yangoon je ne resterai que 2 jours....
Sinon parcours "globalement équilibré et classique"
A votre place je commencerai à réserver les billets d'avion des lignes intérieures (vols souvent pleins)
"Dans vos phrases, n'utilisez qu'un sujet, un verbe, un complément d"objet direct ; Quand vous aurez besoin d'un adjectif, venez me trouver." (Georges Clemenceau)
Merci Philippe. A votre profil, je vois que vous avez beaucoup voyagé en Asie, c'est impressionnant!
Donc à votre avis le Mont Popa ne vaut pas le coup. Pourquoi? le paysage et l'environnement ne valent pas le déplacement (je l'avais prévu depuis Bagan)? Ou parce qu'il y a mieux à faire? Je retiens la suggestion d'aller à Sagaing car c'est vrai que je ne l'avais pas prévu à coup sûr.
Donc pour Yangon, les 2 nuits suffiront et nous passerons une journée de plus dans le Sud-Est. Mais à Yangon, je prévois de rencontrer une Birmane membre, comme nous, de l'association Servas; donc les (presque) 3 jours sont nécessaires.
Cordialement
Le Mt Popa c'est en quelque sorte "l'olympe" des 37 Nats (esprits) birmans. Y allez seul n'a pas grand intérêt car vous ne comprendrez pas grand chose à la symbolique des divers statues/scènes que vous verres sur le Tongkalat.
Accompagné d'un guide qui connaisse bien le sujet ce sera un bon moyen d'en savoir plus sur ces esprits et leurs histoires (et surtout leurs morts).
Pour les longs trajets, pourquoi ne pas prendre les bus de nuit VIP, confortables (3 sièges seulement de front : 2+1) et tres nettement - chers que l'avion ? (par ex Lac Inle -Yangon pour 11000 K il y a 10jours) En + gain de temps. On y dort passez bien meme avec de grandes jambes comme moi !! (rien a voir avec les avions)
Bon voyage
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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 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,
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?
I couldn’t find any recent posts on this topic, so I thought I’d create a new one.
We’ve just started planning our family trip to Vietnam this coming August. We’d like to travel from North to South, starting in Hanoi and ending in Ho Chi Minh.
Usually, we rent a car when we arrive and manage on our own. But I get the feeling that in Vietnam, it’s more complicated... It seems like the only option we have is to rent a car with a driver? Is that really the case?
I’m thinking of starting with a cruise in Halong Bay since we arrive on my partner’s birthday, and I wanted a beautiful setting to celebrate it. So, is the option of having a driver wait for 2 days while we’re on the cruise really feasible?
The rest of the itinerary isn’t planned at all yet. I’d love to hear your tips. We’re traveling from August 8th (morning) to the 26th (afternoon).
