Je vais qq jours à phuket ensuite je veux aller soit à kho phi phi soit à kho lanta pour trois nuits
kho phi phi j ai connu en 2000 mais c loin
il semble que ça soit trés fréquenté et plus cher que kho lanta
pouvez vous me donner des conseils qu'avez vous préféré ? kho lanta est plus grand c sur
connaissez vous des guests à des prix corrects 600 700 800 au pire je voyage seule et c tjs le logement qui plombe le budget
Merci pour vos conseils
joyeuses fêtes de fin d'année
vanessa
si tu es allée à Koh PhiPhi en 2000, tu vas avoir un sacré choc en y retournant.
Les prix que tu mentionnes n'existent plus depuis longtemps sur cette Ile.
Quand au reste (bruit, pollution, bétonnage, prostitution, ...), autant ne pas en parler.
Va donc plutôt à Koh Lanta, c'est bien - cher, plus vaste, et finalement plus cool. Tu devrais pouvoir trouver plus facilement qq chose qui correspond à ton budget.
je suis d'accord avec toi Bruno, pourtant Phi-Phi exerce toujours une fasciniation pour tout le monde, y compris pour moi, j'y étais encore il y a quelques semaines avec une amie, nous avons c'est sûr la chance d'être dans une famille de pêcheurs et donc n'avions pas de probléme d'hébérgement mais les gens sont toujours aussi sympa, par contre c'est vrai que le bêton n'a rien arrangé mais çà , c'est la cas partout !🤪
Je suis évidemment d'accord avec les avis précédemment donnés, malgré que ce soit très joli je n'ai jamais aimé Phi Phi, connu trop tard sans doute 😕 Lanta réserve encore de belles surprises et j'y retourne a chaque fois avec plaisir 🙂
RE: KOH PHI PHI
Je suis allé à KPP quelques jours après le 26 Décembre 2004 après le grand Tsunami
du même jour qui a fait des milliers de victimes (morts et disparus jamais retrouvés)
sur cette très belle Ile classée comme un de 5 plus beaux "coins de Paradis" sur Terre
par des Tours-Operators . J'y suis retourné tous les ans depuis à cette époque de l'année
- sauf cette année - et on est le 26 Décembre 2010 ! Six ans après, KPP est reconstruite
et beaucoup de choses ont changé mais pas dans le bon sens comme ont espéré parmi
les plus de 5000 volontaires des dizaines d'ONGs qui sont venus à KPP en 2005 du monde entier des pays lointains comme du Japon, de la Corée du Sud, de l'Amérique du Sud, de l'Australie, etc, pour tout nettoyer et aider à la reconstruction pendant toute une année.
KOH PHI PHI avant le grand Tsunami était très belle et avait fasciné beaucoup de monde:
il suffit de relire les anciens reportages avant 2004. Puis, on a tourné là bas le film-culte
" La Plage " avec Leonardo DiCaprio et Virginie Ledoyen à KOH PHI PHI LEH sur la petite
Plage AO MAYA qui attirait énormément plus de monde encore sur cette Ile et çà continue toujours malgré toutes les nouvelles mesures de conservation très strictes à AO MAYA ...
En tout cas, KOH PHI PHI attire beaucoup de monde avec de nouveaux venus comme des Chinois, des Russes, des Américains du Sud etc, ... car l'Ile continue à fasciner beaucoup
de monde - maintenant avec des Ferries à grande vitesse qui relient KPP à KOH LIPE
en passant par KOH LANTA, KOH MOOK, KOH NGAI, KOH TARUTAO en moins d'une
journée ! Avant c'était 2 jours et une nuit pour venir de KPP à KL en passant par la route
par le Port de PAK BARA. KOH LIPE est à une heure en vedette rapide de LANGKAWI
(Malaisie) où se trouve un Aéroport International et où arrivent beaucoup de vols réguliers
et charters de Russie, de Chine, etc, ... Certes, ce n'est plus le KOH PHI PHI du passé
mais cette Ile est toujours une grande fascination pour beaucoup de monde parce qu'il
y a encore là bas des coins magnifiques qui existent toujours après le grand Tsunami
il y a 6 ans jour pour jour ! Cela vaut le coup d'y faire un tour en excursion d'un jour
de PHUKET, KRABI ou KOH LANTA puis de décider d'y rester ou de passer son chemin
etd'aller ailleurs par exemple à KOH LANTA, KRABI ou AO NANG par d'autres ferries
dans l'après-midi. Une dernière chose : sur KOH PHI PHI, on entend parler moins
le Français qu'avant mais cela n'empêche pas que KPP soit toujours archi-plein comme
en ce moment et pour chercher un logement c'est toujours galère et à tous les prix
dès qu'on sort du nouveau débarcadère ! Amitiés. nnthanh 😉
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Je reviens tout juste de ko phi phi et ko lanta....
Ko phi phi avant le tsunami, c'était la beauté incarnée!! post-tsunami, trop de constructions, de bâteaux en bord de mer, de touristes...
L'entrée sur l'île est de 20b, puis sur la droite en arrivant, toutes les gesthouses et hôtels sont concentrés (tarif 700b avec ventilo + eau froide et coffre) sinon + cher 1300 à 1500b avec eau chaude clim et pdj (pp grand chang resort). Mes amies ont trouvé sans problème de quoi se loger (30 mn après leur arrivée)!!! le ventilo suffit car il pleut de temps en temps.Elles ont payées 700b ou?... La plage long beach peut se faire en marchant, magnifique en longeant l'hôtel andaman près de la mosquée... à travers la forêt et peu de monde sur la plage... Près du port, la plage est sans charme... Sinon long tail 50b pour aller sur une autre plage. Pour faire la fête et des rencontres, ko phi phi est très animée le soir (sur la plage près du port, techno musique, irish café et rock bar pour se lâcher!!! Pour les excursions à 400b, pas terrible!!! pas de guide, juste le chauffeur du long tail qui s'arrête sur des plages et on doit deviner l'endroit, bof, bof!!!! C'était plus sérieux avant.... et moins polluée!!!! Je n'ai pas reconnu le ko phi phi d'antan!!! mais ça reste ko phi phi avec cette impression qu'on va rencontrer léonardo di caprio!!!!!😏
KO LANTA: magnifique avec ces kilomètres de plages. Arrivée sur le port saladan.. Dans le nord, sauvage, à klon dao beach, la mer est magnifique et l'on peut marcher longtemps sur la plage qui est propre et qui m'a rappelée la méditérranée!!! Tout le long de l'île se trouve des bungalows, gesthouses, hôtels à tous les tarifs, et surtout plage plus rocailleuse dans le sud.. J'ai beaucoup aimé ko lanta car très sauvage. Resto et massages en bord de mer dans le nord, village tout près... dans le sud, tout se touche mais c'est vraiment magnifique.... paysage à couper le souffle.... île pour se détendre.... à faire!!!!!
KO LIPHE: HORRIBLE!!!! plage, morceaux de verres dans le sable, plastiques, bouteilles, bidons de carburants, chiens errants, triste à voir!!! quel gachis!!!!!
Contrairement à ce que l'on pourrait penser, il y a moins de cchambres qu'avant à Phi Phi mais elles sont plus concentrées. pour les anciens, par exemple, ni Phi Phi Princess, ni Charlie Bungalows, ni Tonsai Village, ni les bungalows du cabana n'ont été reconstruits. pas plus que Chong Kao.
Depuis cetteannée en effet, une taxe de 20 bahts est prélevée au port, pour contribuer au nettoyage. si elle est bien employée, c'est une excellente chose, car plus de mille voyageurs à la journée arrivent en cette saison de Phuket à onze heures pour repartir à 14 H 30, et tout ce qu'ils laissaient sur l'ile étaient leurs déchets, sous toutes le formes, ayant payé des tours tout inclus.
Phi Phi souffre forcément de l'afflux de visiteurs, mais que faire ? la réserver à une élite qui peut payer comme les maldives ou les Seychelles ? nSi quelqu'un a la solution sur le forum, merci de la donner....
Quel gâchis en effet, j'y était début 2007, c'était magnifique mais était en train de changer à grande vitesse : prix multipliés par 3 en 2 ans, 50% de la capacité hotel avait été achetée par les agences de voyage russes.
Donc tout a été abîmé si vite? Quel dommage, car je pensais y retourner. Ce sera donc dans une autre vie.
Koh Lanta sans aucune hésitation!! je suis tombée amoureuse de koh phi phi il y a quelques années de ça moi aussi, mais c est devenu une veritable usine à touristes!! et les prix ont bien changés! Sinon il y a une petite ile tres sympa qui est Koh lipe pour la plongée c est sympa! bon voyage!
Hello, je ne connais pas Koh Lanta sauf leur embarcadère, mais cette Ile te permet de silloner sur koh ngai, koh mook, koh kradan ... de jolis petits coins pour faire du snorkel, jolies plages pas encore trop bondées.
bonjour je pars pour la thai en fevrier ou une amie vient me rejoindre kho lanta ou kho pi pi c est tres different l une sauvage l autre festive se sont deux tres belles iles pour les prix meme recherche quand j y vais 800 baths ca se trouve si tu es tu peux nous y rejoindre
Sans hésitation, ko lanta qui est respirable contrairement à ko phi phi où tout y est concentré. Effectivement Snorkeling à faire sur les îles voisines (ko ngai, ko kradan, ko muk) et pourquoi pas une virée à ko phi phi depuis ko lanta (1h30 de trajet sur le 1er bâteau pour explorer les environs et savoir si l'île plait ou non). Sinon, toujours aussi catégorique sur ko liphe qui à mon avis ne mérite pas qu'on s'arrête... une décharge publique. Apparemment les thais aiment balancer dans l'eau leur poubelle (dit par une thai locale) et certainement les touristes (à mon avis) alors oui c 'est bien malheureux car ce fut certainement les maldives de la thailande!!! un désastre écologique et touristique! Un gachis pour les yeux!!! Si ça continue, il n'y aura plus personne!!! peut-être que c'est mieux ainsi.... c trop de constructions également pour une si petite surface!!!!
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.
