Nous envisageons de partir une vingtaine de jours au Vietnam début octobre et de descendre jusqu'à Bangkok en passant par le Laos pour prendre notre vol retour.
Nous arriverions à Hanoi avec le vol aller, passerions une dizaine de jours au nord du Vietnam (le sud étant déconseillé à cette saison), puis aimerions ensuite passer environ 8 jours au Laos, pour descendre ensuite sur Bangkok ... Enfin, nous voudrions passer 3/4 jours de détente sur une île pour terminer le séjour (Koh Lanta).
Je me suis renseignée sur divers blogs et j'ai vu qu'au nord il fallait faire la Baie d'Halong et Sapa, en passant ensuite par Dien Bien phu pour aller au Laos (qui n'a pas grand intérêt si ce n'est pour passer la frontière).
Ensuite, descente en bateau jusqu'a Luang Prabang en passant par Muang Khua une ou deux journée ... Puis passage par Vientiane et bus de nuit jusqu'à Bangkok.
Que pensez-vous de ce périple ? Avez-vous d'autres étapes à nous conseiller ou un autre itinéraire ?
Combien de nuits rester à chaque endroit ?
Nous aimerions éviter le bus de 25h Hanoi-Luang Prabang et priviléger le bateau qui à l'air bien plus agréable et nous permettrait de nous arrêter par les petites villes, d'autant plus que nous pouvons adapter notre voyage et ne sommes pas pressées par le temps (max. 30 jours).
Par ailleurs, nous arriverions autour du 21 octobre à Koh Lanta. J'ai lu que c'était la fin des moussons, est-ce encore déconseillé ou ok ? Sinon, avez-vous une autre idée d'île ?
Le souci est de vouloir tout faire en.... 20 jours si j'ai bien compris ?
Le projet est faisable mais très ambitieux... car vc'est un rythme de fou..... et du coup... en y pensant vous passeriez à côté de trop de choses intéressantes selon moi.
L'idée du Nord Vietnam puis Laos du Nord est top.
A la rigueur reprendre un Vol depuis Louang Prabang par commodité pour reprendre un vol retour depuis Bangkok : pourquoi pas ? Mais... inclure en plus les 4 jours de plages : ça passe pas selon moi.
D'ores et déjà tu peux regarder mes carnets de voyages du Laos + Vietnam puisque j'ai fait les deux (et tu auras aussi une partie sur Bangkok) pour te faire une idée des temps de passages et des sites à ne pas rater.
A vue de nez comme ça si je compte les jours :
Jour 1 : Hanoi
2 Hanoi
3 : Hanoi Baie D'halong
4 : Baie d'halong et... si vous êtes douées, retour le soir même sur Hanoi.
5 : Train de nuit de Hanoi pour Sapa.
6 : SAPA
7 : Sapa - DIen Bien phu (rq : déjà tout ça c'est la course !! même si je l'ai déjà fait)
8 : Dien Bien Phu - Muang Khua
9 : Muang Ngoi
10 : Mouang Ngoi
11 : Mouang Ngoi - Louang Prabang
12 et 13 : Louang Prabang
14 : Liaison BKK
15 : Liaison BKK plage
16 : Plage
17 : Plage
18 : Retour BKK
19 : BKK
20 : retour.
EN soi c'est faisable mais vous finissez exténuées et... vous n'avez profité de rien. Au mieux vous passer une journée dans un endroit... mais dès le lendemain c'est une journée de transpports dans des bus pourris sur des routes sinueuses de montage (ça c'est toute la partie Vietnam - Laos) quand ce n'est pas avion, bateau etc en Thalande.
A la place je ferais ça :
Jour 1 : Hanoi
2 Hanoi
3 : Hanoi Baie D'halong
4 : Baie d'halong et soir même : arrivée Tam Coc
5: Tam coc journée pleine
6 : Retour Hanoi
7 : Train de nuit de Hanoi pour Sapa.
6 : SAPA
8 : Sapa - DIen Bien phu
9 : Dien Bien Phu - Muang Khua (toute la journée en Bus youppi!)
10: Descente de la Nam Ou jusqu'à Muang Ngoi
11 : Mouang Ngoi
12 : Mouang Ngoi (ca vous fera du bien de vous poser dans ce petit paradis)
13 : Mouang Ngoi - Louang Prabang
14 et 15 : Louang Prabang
16: Louang Prabang : Vang Vieng
17 : Vang Vieng
18 : Vang Vieng Vientiane
19 : Vientiane - vol ou train Bangkok
20 : retour.
Encore une fois regarde mes carnets qui vont beaucoup t'aider je pense car je les ai voulus pratiques :)
Si l'on ne meurt qu'une fois...alors vivons à l'infini!
Merci beaucoup pour votre réponse ! Je vais aller jeter un oeil aux carnets. Nous avons en fait 26 jours sur place (j'ai pris les billets ce matin).
La bonne nouvelle est que j'avais crée aujourd'hui un programme vraiment similaire au votre grâce aux infos trouvées sur différents blogs (quasi au jour près !), en ajoutant 4 jours de plage du 21 au 25.
Le début du programme est donc le même et la fin du programme donnait cela :
14 octobre : Luang Prabang
15 octobre : Luang Prabang // Nuit 15 : Luang Prabang
16 octobre : Trajet Luang Prabang Vang Vieng // Nuit 16 : Vang Vieng
17 octobre : Vang Vieng et trajet vers Vientiane dans l'après-midi // Nuit 17 : Vientiane
18 octobre : Vientiane // Nuit 18 : Train pour Bangkok
19 octobre : BKK // Nuit 19 : BKK
20 octobre : BKK // Nuit 20 : Bus nuit pour Koh Lanta
21 au 24 octobre – Koh Lanta
25 octobre : BKK
26 retour
Le souci c'est que j'ai découvert tout à l'heure qu'Angkor était joignable depuis Bangkok et je me suis un peu emballée ... Je n'arrive plus à choisir !
La fin de mon périple est du coup un peu catastrophique, j'ai retiré Vang Vieng et nous enchainons un bus de nuit Luang Prabang/Vientiane et un train de nuit Vientiane-Bangkok le jour d'après pour gagner du temps ...
En gros la fin donne ca :
15 octobre – Vientiane // Nuit 15 : Train de nuit pour Bangkok
16 octobre – Bangkok // Nuit 16 : Bangkok
17 octobre – Bangkok // Nuit 17 : Bus de nuit vers Koh Lanta, arrivée vers 9h
18 octobre – Koh Lanta // Nuit 18 : Koh Lanta
19 octobre – Koh Lanta // Nuit 19 : Koh Lanta
20 octobre – Koh Lanta // Nuit 20 : Koh Lanta
21 octobre – Koh Lanta // Nuit 21 : Bus de nuit vers Bangkok
22 octobre – Bangkok // Nuit 22 : Bangkok
23 octobre – Trajet pour Angkor, 9h-17h // Nuit 23 : Angkor
24 octobre – Angkor // Nuit 24 : Angkor
25 octobre – Trajet Angkor-Bangkok // Nuit 25 : Hôtel près aéroport à Bangkok
Je me rends bien compte que c'est un peu ridicule et exténuant mais je trouve si dommage de passer à côté des temples ! Nous pourrions du coup faire sauter la partie "plage", mais sur 26 jours 2/3 jours sur une île auraient été sympa et reposant !
Sinon pourquoi pas retirer un jour de plage car ce n'est pas passionnant mais j'essayais d'espacer un peu les bus de nuit ...
En fait, je suppose qu'il vaut mieux que je m'en tienne à mon programme de départ qui était beaucoup plus raisonnable, d'autant plus que si nous faisons Angkor une journée j'en reviens au programme que vous avez fait sur 20 jours qui n'était pas conseillé
Sauf si vous avez une idée pour tout caser ?
Sinon tant pis Angkor ce sera la prochaine fois ..!!! Je vais voir les carnets
VOYAGE de 20 jours (c'est quoi, un "road trip" ; je n'ai pas trouvé ce mot dans le Petit Robert ou autre dictionnaire de FRANCAIS ????) :
4 : Baie d'halong et... si vous êtes douées, retour le soir même sur Hanoi.
Je ne comprends pas ! Les croisières se terminent vers midi et les clients sont ramenés à leur hotel de Hnaoi vers 16è17 h !
Méfiez-vous de la vie, car les ratés ne vous rateront pas!
C'est un forum FRANCOPHONE et je me battrai jusqu'à ma mort contre ce franglais aussi inutile que snobinard. Cela sert à quoi ? Même pas à se distinguer vu sa génaralisation !
Méfiez-vous de la vie, car les ratés ne vous rateront pas!
Dans ce cas j'éviterai aussi d'utiliser les mots hamburger, email, bacon, ... (la liste est longue)
"Road-trip" fait quand même relativement partie du vocabulaire courant quand on part avec un sac à dos ... (en tout cas en ce qui concerne ma génération)
Navrée d'avoir heurté votre amour pour la langue française, je vous laisse et m'en vais de ce pas manger deux tranches de pain avec un steak et du fromage dedans
Nous avons descendu la Nam Ou en novembre 2016 entre Muang Khua et Muang Ngoi. Les travaux du barrage entre ces 2 villages étaient déjà bien avancé et il se pourrait bien qu'en octobre prochain la descente de cette rivière depuis Muang Khua ne soit plus possible. Renseignez-vous bien.
Ca pourrait changer vos projets d'itinéraires.
Aller jusqu'au bout de ses rêves est la plus belle des destinations
je compte faire la descente entre Muang Khua et Mouang Ngoi en mars 2019. Selon vous, sera t-il encore possible de descendre la Nam Ou ou faut il envisager de faire cette partie autrement. Partie par le fleuve, partie par la route ; y a t-il une route praticable. merci
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Hi everyone,
I’m looking for addresses for guesthouses or, even better, houseboats or rafting houses on the River Kwai, between Kanchanaburi and Sangkhlaburi, to spend a few weeks contemplating this beautiful river.
Thanks for your suggestions!
Premaria
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.
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.
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. ;-)
Hello,
While traveling in Thailand, I’m looking for a Buddhist kumlai reed bracelet.
Does anyone know where I can find one?
In Bangkok, I visited a few temples but didn’t see any in the nearby shops.
If you have any ideas, I’d love to hear them! Have a great day! :-)
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!
