bonjour à tous,
voila mes petites vacances en thailande viennent de se terminer
Grâce à vos conseils et différentes lectures sur VF tout s'est parfaitement passé
Je voulais vous remercier pour toutes vos interventions très utiles :
grâce à vous, nous avons trouvé tout de suite l'endroit pour prendre les taxis à l'aéroport (en descendant par l'escalator)
Nous avons aussi éviter le piège de donner à manger aux pigeons les graines que nous tendait une vieille dame, l'histoire du grand palais fermé à Bangkok.
Npus avons logé au new siam II : une bonne adresse à recommander avec ou sans enfants pour la piscine ! il n'y avait que trois lits mais le sommier de bonne qualité a fait office de 4ème lit pour mon 2ème garçon
Pour Ayutaya, nous avons pris le bac pour traverser le fleuve et nous retrouver ainsi plus facilement de l'autre côté et pourtant nous avions été sollicité par tuk tuk Nous sommes restés 3 nuits et avons logé à côté du tony's place (complet). Puis retour à Bangkok pour prendre le mini van en face du royal hotel pour Kanchanabury où nous sommes restés 5 nuits : nous avons bien sûr vu le pont de la rivière kwai; le musée sur la guerre, escalader les cascades Erawan (superbes) fait notre escalpade en éléphant et surtout les ramener après dans la jungle là où ils dormaient. Nous avons loupé la baignade avec eux car c'était la grosse grosse pluie et on voulait pas prendre de risque avec les enfants : cela sera pour une prochaine fois ! La dame du camp Sumnock nous a remboursé du coup 800 baths (j'ai quand même du les réclamer !) logement Sugar Cane II : encore une bonne adresse. Et comme disait François de succulentes pancakes au chocolat !!
On a pris le train pour Chumphon : grande qualité de prestation : hotesse, plateau repas
Puis direction Ko Phan Gna en catamaran : rien à faire je n'ai pas le pied marin !
Nous étions sur une plage du sud est dans un resort pour changer avec piscine pour les gamins : cadre super agréable mais le contact avec les employés du Long Bay resort complétement différent par rapport à celui des GH : on aurait dit qu'ils parlaient d'abord anglais avant de parler thai alors que nous nous étions habitués au sawadee ka et ko koun ka. Mais bon les enfants ont, adoré
Au retour à Bangkok on aurait bien voulu essayer le reno hotel mais complet. On a fait le zoo dusit : super pour les enfants et même pour les adultes !
Et puis au bout de 3 semaines nous avons repris l'avion (Ethiad airways : rien à dire : c'est une bonne compagnie)
Au cours de notre séjour, nus avons rencontré des gens très gentils et c'est vrai que le contact avec des enfants est encore plus facile : des vendeuses du MBK sont venus leur donner ces fruits (litchis), une dame à la gare leur à donner chips et boisson, et un petit garçon une boite de lait.
C'est vrai qussi que la Thailande est un pays où l'on se sent en sécurité
Tout ça pour dire que notre voyage fut une réussite et cela en partie grâce à vous alors encore merci.
Je ne sais pas si l'on retournera en Thailande (moi ça me déplairait pas mais je ne suis pas tout seule) mais en tout cas, cela nous a donné l'envie de voyager avec nos enfants. Je trouve que cela renforce les liens de la famille en partageant des expériences communes et de jolis souvenirs communs.
Virginie
Super sympa de ta part de nous donner des nouvelles avec un compte rendu, et je suis bien content pour toi que ce voyage t'as plu je crois bien que tu as attraper le virus de ce pays formidable . 😉
Bonjour,
Je pense partir en Thaïlande l'année prochaine, alors évidemment je recherche toutes les bonnes informations !
Est-ce qu'il est nécessaire de réserver les guest house à l'avance, car cela oblige à respecter un itinéraire, mais nous aussi partons avec 2 ados, alors je voudrais éviter les galères, et si tu as de bonnes adresses pas trop chères à m'indiquer.
Est-ce que vous êtes satisfaits de votre circuit ? 5 jours à Kanchanaburi, n'est-ce pas trop long ?
Comment avez-vous trouvé Kho Phangna ? pas trop usine à touristes et des balades ?
Merci d'avance car sans les forums, ce ne serait pas facile.
Maryline
Cela faisait aussi une année que je préparait ce fameux voyage en lisant presque tous les jours les posts sur le sujet. A la fin, j'avais presque l'impression de connaître le pays et ses différents paysages. Inutiles de réserver les GH il y en a partout sauf la première nuit apr-s le vol d'avion on a pas trop envie de chercher. Sauf aussi si tu as une adresse particulière et que tu meurs d'envie d'y aller.
La région de Kanchanabury est très jolie et nous n'avons pas trouvé le temps long à savoir aussi que sur les 5 jours nous avions passé une nuit à Namtok pour les éléphants
Ko pha Gnan est une très belle île pas du tout noire de monde elle reste encore à l'état sauvage mais a mon avis plus pour très longtemps car il y a partout des projets immobiliers en cours de réalisation
Bonne préparation. Lis bien les posts et tout devrait bien se passer
Virginie
hello
et moi aussi je repars le 17 noivembre en commencant 2 semaines aux phillipinnes et ensuite thailande.
Cette annee je vais demarrer par KOH CHANG que je ne connais pas encore.
Je trouve ce post tres sympa, cela nous encourage a donner pleins d'infos aux ti nouveaux.
amical
et bon voyage
peut-etre que nos chemins se rencontreront??
Perso je pars le 12 novembre direct Chiang-Maï je récupère ma voiture et direction pour Nan en passant par Phayao avant et visiter tout le coin de Nan un coin encore inconnu pour moi (sauf Chiang-Maï que je connais) . Ensuite je verrai pour le reste du voyage je programme pas de trop c'est selon le hasard du voyage, et bien en fin de séjour vers les îles du Sud .😎
Ah ceux qui adorent la Thailande, savez vous où on peut trouvé les épices que les thais utilisent dans leur cuisine ? J'ai maintenant envie de me lancer dans l'expérience culinaire mais j'ai ramené quelques épices à ma belle mère mais pas pour moi !! A moins de lui faucher !!!
Bon dimanche, Virginie
bien sur je ferais un post sur koh chang mais je pense qu'il y en a deja plein,
je suis triste je vais rater BARBOT de quelques jours a NAN (nord thailande). DOMMAGE.
amical
Sur, y en a plein mais aussi sur les autres, c'est pas facile de choisir. Essayer de trouver tous les bon ingrédients sur la bonne île !!! plage, masque et tuba, balades et authenticité !!!!
Là où il y a beaucoup de pigeons, tu as des femmes qui viennent vers toi et qui te mettent d'office dans les mains un sachet de graines que bien sûr tu dois acheter après. La seule solution si tu n'en veux pas c'est de laisser le sachet par terre, elles saont assez tenaces !! J'avais déjà lu ça sur VF, je n'ai donc pas été trop surprise et est laissé les graines à terre
Virginie
bonjour je vien de lire votre recit super
nous avons decider dit aller au moi de mars pour 15 jour mais le probleme ces que nous ne somme jamais partis si loin que nous ne somme plus tous jeune 48et52🤪et surtout que nous parlons pas un mot anglais
donc
j'ai peux etre prevue quelque jour a ko samui et phuket pour finir a bangkok pour le shoping mais
je voudrais bien de votre lumiere pour nous aider
nous avons un budget de 35 euros pour les chambre et de 50 pour nourriture et transport
Je pense que 35 euros pour la chambre c'est plus que jouable. A ce prix vous dormirez dans de bons hotels tous les jours !!! Pour comparaison, fait une recherche sur le nex siam II (dans le quartier populaire, près des temples, avec une piscine) où nous avions logé : très bien ou sur le réno hotel près du MBK pour le shopping en fin de séjour où nous voulions logé mais complet et tu verras que ton budget entre tout à fait dans ce type d'hotel.
A ko pha gnan nous avions logé dans un resort bugalow avec piscine près de l'océan et nous avons payé avec le petit déj inclu pour 4 personnes : un gros 50 euros la nuit. le petite folie d"e notre voyage !!! nous y sommes restés 5 nuits Sinon très souvent notre hebergement nous revenait toujours pour 4 autour de 15-20 euros
Côté alimentation : il y a les cantines dans la rue ; tu t'en sors pour très très peu d'aregent
Mais avec 2 enfants et surtou un qui a 9 ans ne fait que 21 kg (c'est dire qu'il n'a pas beaucoup d'appétit!!) on privilégiait les resto des Guest house : au menu des plats européens plus chers que le local : spaghettis bolognese, pizza, hamburger, steak à la surprise des gens de la GH qui sont tous venus voir mes 2 garçons mangeaitn leur steak super bon même le cuistot et le patron alors que nous mangions parents notre soupe thai !!! Par repas toujours pour 4 avec boisson mais sans dessert on s'en sortait entre 300- 700 baths soit entre - et 14 euros
Pour les transports tout dépend si tu prend l'avion plus cher ou les bus et trains locaux, c'est la deusième solution que nous avions choisi, c'est vraiment pas cher
Même les taxis à Bangkok quand on est 4 reviennnent moins cher que le skimétro bien sûr quand on demande qu'ils mettent le compteur !!! une course de 20 minutes environ = 60 baths soit 1.20 euro en gros
Voila, voila j'espère que tout cela pourra t'aider dans ton voyage
Virginie
Hello everyone! I’m heading off solo in February and wanted to share my rough itinerary with you. Does this sound doable?
PS: I’m not really into beaches.
D1 Departure on February 17, 2027
D2 Arrival in Kuala Lumpur – stroll through Chinatown and visit the Petronas Towers
D3: Kuala Lumpur – Chow Kit Market, Batu Caves, Little India, Bukit Bintang downtown area
D4: Early morning bus to Malacca. Explore Malacca in the afternoon and evening
D5: Another 2–3 hours in Malacca in the morning, then bus back to Kuala Lumpur. Merdeka Square area. Stay in Chinatown
D6: Bus trip to Kuala Tahan. Night tour
D7: Morning – canopy walk and Bukit Terisek hike. Afternoon – off to Lata Berkoh
D8 & D9: 2-day jungle trek in Taman Negara National Park
D10: Head to Cameron Highlands
D11: Morning hike through the plantations. Afternoon still to be decided
D12: Morning – excursion to Mossy Forest and Sungei Plantation. Afternoon bus to Ipoh
D13: Morning – Mirror Lake / Sam Poh Temple area. Afternoon – explore downtown Ipoh
D14: Morning train to Penang. Afternoon – wander around Georgetown
D15: Morning – Penang Hill and Keh Loh Temple. Afternoon – Georgetown
D16: Bus to Butterfly Garden and Spice Garden. Late afternoon – Burmese and Thai temples
D17: Morning flight to Singapore. Afternoon – Chinatown and Marina Bay tour
D18: Morning – Gardens by the Bay area. Afternoon – Boat Quay, Clarke Quay, Kampong Glam
D19: Morning – The Ridges area and Botanical Garden. Afternoon – Little India, then back to Chinatown before 11:15 PM return flight
D20: Morning arrival
Hi everyone,
I’ll be in western Malaysia for 20 days in January and February.
I’m coming from southern Thailand to Ipoh for the Thaipusam festivities.
Then it’s off to Pangkor Island.
I’ll finish up in Malacca for the Chinese New Year celebrations before heading to Singapore.
I’ve got a 6-day gap.
I was thinking of going to K.Lipis for the jungle train and heading to Dabong, but the caves might not be open.
Any suggestions around K.L.?
Day treks?
A stopover between K.L. and Malacca?
Thanks
Hi, I’ve read that these two volcanoes are super popular and that there are *tons* of people for sunrise, especially in July. I’m looking for firsthand accounts from anyone who’s done it later, around 9–10 a.m.
Thanks for your help!
Laëtitia
I’m heading to Cambodia at the end of December 2026 – January 2027 for 3-4 weeks. Since I’ve already visited Cambodia twice, my itinerary is a bit different this time—I’d love to explore Botum Sakor Park, Chi Pat, the Tatai region, and the Cardamom Mountains. I’m traveling solo. If you have any tips on transportation, excursions, treks, sights, or accommodations in the area, I’d really appreciate it. Thanks for your feedback!
Has anyone traveled with the Laos travel agency ADV ?
I’m planning a trip to Laos and have received several quotes. Among them, this agency’s seem very reasonable, and so far, the interactions have been positive.
I’ve found a few positive reviews online, but I’d love to hear from travelers who’ve actually booked with them: how’s the organization, guide quality, accommodations, on-the-ground responsiveness, etc.
Thanks for sharing your experiences!
First stop on our discovery of the peninsula: Amphawa. It’s our first night in Thailand (we arrived at Suvarnabhumi at 8:50 AM).
Our initial plan was to explore the area before heading further south. The Mae Klong Railway Market is tempting... but what else is there to do????
We’ll be there on a Wednesday, and from what I’ve read on the forum, some say there’s absolutely nothing to do during the week—no floating market, barely any shops open, no restaurants, etc.
Others, though, say the place is actually more charming without the weekend crowds.
Could you share your thoughts? Missing the floating market is one thing, but if it’s really a ghost town on Wednesdays, I might just drop our bags somewhere else.
Amphawa seemed like a good first stop, just 1.5 hours from the airport, but I’d still like to settle somewhere a bit lively for our first evening.
We’ll be there at the end of October.
Thanks!
Hi,
I wanted to visit the plantations in the morning with GetYourGuide or by just showing up.
How much time should I really plan for?
I’d like to catch either the 3 PM or 5 PM bus back to KL.
Thanks
Hi,
I wanted to get some info about the cable car and the bridge—I see lots of different options...
How much time should we allow for these two activities? If we arrive around 4 PM, will we have enough time to visit without rushing?
Thanks
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...
Hi,
On September 1st, we're heading to Kalimantan for six weeks, probably from Pontianak to the Derawan Islands.
I've scoured this site, which is usually my go-to 😉, and others like VoyageForum, but recent info is pretty scarce.
I'd love any tips on places you've visited—our itinerary is still a work in progress.
We're two couples traveling with backpacks, using buses, boats, guesthouses, and homestays.
Thanks in advance!
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! I’d like to split my trip into two parts: 15 days in Phuket and 15 days in Krabi. Do you know if I can rent a car and drop it off in Krabi when I fly back to France?
Thanks for your feedback!
Have a great Sunday!
Martine
Hello,
After 1 night in Khao Sok, I’d like to find a 2 Days 1 Night package on the lake.
After reading a lot, I decided to "break the bank" and treat ourselves to a private tour—mainly to avoid the crowds.
But after contacting several operators, they offer "private tours" that are very expensive (around 700 €), yet in the details, the boats can only leave from the pier at 10 AM like everyone else. (I was hoping to leave much earlier.) The morning program is the same for everyone too (private or not). They drop us off at noon at our floating hotel (I’d chosen Phupha Waree). Free afternoon (swimming or kayaking in front of the hotel). We head back by boat for a 1-hour sunset ride. And the next morning, we leave the hotel at 8 AM to be at the pier by 9:30 AM at the latest—end of the trip.
So basically, we’re paying a lot for a private tour just to do the same thing as everyone else at the same time.
Or maybe I just had bad luck in my search.
I contacted Panida Ladi, who’s very popular on forums. We’d agreed on a private tour that matched my request (departure from the pier at 8 AM, very personalized itinerary). We settled on the itinerary and price, she asked for a Wise transfer for a 30% deposit, confirmed receipt of the deposit. Then 30 minutes later, she messaged me to say she was canceling everything because it was impossible to do the requested tour—and promised a quick refund of my deposit.
So here’s my question: Who’s done a *real* private tour on this lake? Who can recommend a reliable agency? Is it even really possible to do a private tour here?
I’m searching for a real gem for my 3rd stay in Koh Lanta: a lovely, high-quality hotel right by an easily accessible beach in a lively spot.
If you know of anything that fits what I’m looking for and want to share, don’t hesitate!
Hi, is anyone there in Flores right now? According to some websites, everything is closed and the situation is tough. But our guide says it's fine. Who should we believe? We're supposed to leave on September 2nd. Thanks to anyone in Flores at the moment!
Hi dear community,
I'm planning to visit Cambodia this winter, right after Christmas, for my first solo trip and my first trip to Asia. For two weeks (yes, I know it's short, but I really can't do more...). I have two main desires: Siem Reap and the countryside, the villages, the Mekong...
What do you think of this itinerary? Arrival in Siem Reap, departure from Phnom Penh.
SR: 5 days (1 day for arrival, 3 for the temples, 1 for the lake and its villages)
Kratie (stop on the way to Mondolkiri): 3 days (1 day of travel, 2 days there)
Mondolkiri/Sen Monorom: 4 days (1 day of travel, 1 day there, 2 days of treks)
PP: 3 days (1 day of travel, 2 days of sightseeing)
I think I need to cut one day somewhere if I travel from Saturday to Saturday or Sunday to Sunday. In Kratie, maybe? Or in PP? And I'll miss the boat trip that everyone recommends (SR-Battambang), but I don't see where to fit it in. Unless I do a PP-PP loop starting in the east, skip Kratie or just stay one night, then SR, then PP.
In my timing, Mondolkiri seems closer than Ratanakiri, which also tempted me a lot! Will it be too complicated alone? I'm thinking of using local guides or a small local agency for a nature and village getaway.
I've read that Siem Reap is very crowded between Christmas and New Year's. I could also do the circuit in the opposite direction. But I thought it would be easier to get familiar with the country by arriving in a touristy area—I might be wrong...
Thanks for your advice and opinions!
Hi everyone.
I’m planning my trip, and based on all the posts I’ve read, this country is amazing.
Of course, I’ve got a ton of questions for you.
Here’s a possible itinerary: Vientiane - Vang Vieng - Phonsavan - Sam Neua - Nong Khiaw + villages - Phongsali - Luang Namtha and the area - Udomxai - Huay Xai - Luang Prabang and back to Vientiane.
What do you think?
We’re planning to prioritize local transport—is it possible to do this loop?
We’d also love to go kayaking, but I’m not sure if the season’s right or where the best spot is.
For trekking—I read that Phongsali is the most authentic spot to visit villages and see wildlife. Do you know of a reliable agency and a guesthouse with reasonable prices?
Is it worth taking a slow boat for a stretch on the Mekong, and if so, which route?
For accommodations, is it better to book through Booking.com and Agoda or look when we arrive?
Are mosquitoes bad in Laos, and should we take malaria prophylaxis?
What’s the average daily budget (accommodation, food, visits)?
Is renting scooters a good option for exploring towns, and if so, which ones?
From what I’ve read, it’s best to carry cash—euros or dollars? Is it risky to walk around with that much cash?
I’ve still got tons of questions. Thanks to anyone who can help, and I’m open to all tips, info, etc.
Thanks again
Hi there,
I’m planning a family trip (my wife and I, both 47, and our two sons, aged 5 and 12) to Malaysia for the last week of June and the first two weeks of July 2027.
We used to love road trips as a couple, then as a trio, but since our second child arrived, we’ve taken a break with "camping village" style trips.
Now feels like the right time to get back to our old habits, while adjusting the pace for the kids.
We’re craving Asia. We’ve been lucky enough to visit Thailand, Indonesia (Bali and Lombok), and Sri Lanka before.
Friends have raved about Malaysia, so we’re definitely tempted.
For those who know and love Malaysia, what would be a good itinerary starting from Kuala Lumpur, with a maximum of 3-4 stops? We’d like a mix of culture, nature, and relaxation (just to clarify, we’re not big beach fans). All of this without rushing, of course.
Hello,
We’re a family of four with two teens aged 16 and 18. We’re heading to Thailand this summer. We’ll arrive in Bangkok and plan to take a flight to Luang Prabang.
I’ve seen there are some great visits and excursions to do (temples, markets, waterfalls) and maybe even venture a bit north to places like Nong Khiaw, Muang Xay, Muang Ngoy, or Oudom Xay.
But I’ve also heard about the Bokeo region with the Gibbon Experience.
Since we won’t be able to do everything, I’d love to hear about your experiences, impressions, and advice on the two options I’m considering, especially since we’ll be meeting family in Chiang Mai, Thailand, afterward.
Option 1: A loop from Luang Prabang heading slightly north, then a flight from Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai.
Option 2: A few days in Luang Prabang, exploring within a few dozen kilometers around, then heading to Bokeo province for the 2-day/1-night Gibbon Experience. For this option, I saw on Rome2Rio that it’s possible to book a ferry trip on the Mekong from Luang Prabang to Huay Xay—they mention about 8 hours. But is that realistic? What type of boat is it?
Then, to get to Chiang Mai, there aren’t many options—bus or minivan—but how does crossing the border work?
Finally, for those of you who’ve been to Laos in August, what was the weather like?
We’ve already visited Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia during the same period over the past four years and weren’t really bothered by bad weather.
I’m starting a discussion about guides in the Mekong Delta because we’ve just finished our trip in this region and had a hard time finding a French-speaking guide. We had Thanh—she speaks French really well and travels all over the delta region, including Ho Chi Minh City. She’s super friendly and flexible. I recommend her wholeheartedly. If it can help someone...
Feel free to contact us for her number.
Hi everyone,
I couldn’t find any recent info on Kuching.
Can anyone recommend a hotel or guesthouse for under 100 RM that’s nice and affordable? No dorms, please.
Also, does it rain a lot in November, and is it still worth visiting Semenggoh or Bako?
We’ll be arriving in Phnom Penh this coming January and we’re thinking of starting our trip with a stop in Kampong Cham, then Kratie.
After Kratie, we’re considering heading toward Siem Reap with a stop in Kampong Thom.
That said, I’m not really sure how long the Kratie–Kampong Thom journey might take or how complicated it is.
Does this stop on the way to Siem Reap seem like a good idea to you?
If we don’t visit the Sambor Prei Kuk site, are there still any walks or sights worth checking out in Kampong Thom?
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.
After a stay on Koh Phayam this coming November, I’d like to spend 2 or 3 days on Koh Phra Thong before heading further south.
Do you think it’s doable to leave Koh Phayam early enough to catch the 10 AM boat from Khura Buri to Koh Phra Thong? The next one isn’t until 4 PM, which would cost me a whole day.
I’m planning a trip to Indonesia, specifically Sulawesi and Java, in September for 10 days.
I don’t know this part of the world at all—any advice is welcome!
I’ll be traveling solo and would also love tips on meeting other travelers or locals.
Hello everyone,
Not long ago, I used to travel as a couple, but my husband has since passed away, and I’ve decided to set off again. The trip I took to Cambodia in January 2025 did me a world of good.
I’m now considering Thailand, a destination we never included in our plans because even 15 years ago, people said it was too touristy. Still, I’m thinking about the itinerary below, but I don’t feel up to arranging buses, trains, or guides on my own while I’m there. I’m looking for one or more drivers and have been in touch with an agency, but their offers are just copy-paste group tours that I don’t want.
So, if you have any contacts, experiences, or advice, I’d be so grateful if you’d share them with me. Here’s my rough plan:
Arrival in Bangkok
Ayutthaya (2 nights)
Kanchanaburi (2 or 3 nights)
Sangkhlaburi/Sai Yok (3 nights)
Sukhothai (2 nights)
Lampang (I’ve planned 3 nights, but that might be a bit much—it depends on what time I arrive in the city)
Chiang Mai
Chiang Dao
Pai
Chiang Rai
I was thinking about the Mae Hong Son loop—thoughts?
What do you think about staying overnight at the Golden Triangle?
When I look online, of course, I can find agencies that organize tours to national parks, etc.
I’m retired but in great physical shape. I’d rather go hiking than sit in hot springs with crowds of tourists who’ve all arranged meet-ups. I don’t want to spend a day at an elephant camp, and I don’t want to visit Karen villages.
I’d love to hear your advice.
Thank you all,
Hi everyone,
Could you share your thoughts on my 3-week itinerary?
We’re a small group (family + friends) of 12 people, planning to leave around January 21, 2027.
Here’s my itinerary:
3 nights in Bangkok
4 nights in Chiang Mai
3 nights on Koh Samui
3 nights on Koh Phangan
4 nights in Krabi
4 nights in Phuket
I’m also open to any great tips you might have...
Thanks, everyone! Alain.
Hi there,
We’re planning a 3-week family trip next summer with our three kids, who’ll be 8, 8, and 7 years old.
After some research, we’re leaning toward Malaysia to combine nature/forests and paradise beaches. The idea is to introduce our kids to the country’s culture, nature, and wildlife.
We want a great trip but without splurging on luxury options like high-end lodges and resorts. We’re looking for comfort with a touch of authenticity—basically, a good middle ground.
I’ve started putting together an itinerary and would love your expert advice and tips to help us build this amazing trip with our little ones.
Day 1: Departure from France
Day 2: Kuala Lumpur
Stay at a hotel near the airport or KL Sentral.
Just one night.
Day 3: Morning flight to Sandakan (Borneo).
Stay in Sepilok
Day 4: Sepilok:
* Orangutan Center
* Malayan Sun Bear Center
* Rainforest Discovery Centre
Day 5: Depart for Kinabatangan.
Boat safari in the late afternoon.
Day 6: Sunrise safari.
Jungle walk.
Evening safari.
Day 7: Final safari.
Return to Sandakan.
Flight to Kuala Lumpur, then to Kota Bharu (or overnight transit depending on schedules).
Day 8: Transfer to the port.
Boat to the Perhentian Islands.
Days 9 to 13: Perhentian Besar
5 full days.
* Snorkeling
* Hiking
* Turtle watching
* Wild beaches
* Relaxation
Day 14: Return to the mainland.
Bus or private car to Taman Negara.
