Prix des activités sur Patong (Phuket)?
by Vinzlar
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
Départ pour patong prévu début fevrier je voudrais savoir un peu quelles sont les activitées presente sur patong en particulier mais aussi sur toute l'ile (jet ski, peche aux gros etc etc...).Si vous avez aussi les prix cela marrengerait je vous avouerez lol mais nhesitez pas toute les activitée sont bonne a savoir...Je voudrais aussi savoir le prix de la vie sur cette ile a touriste, le prix d'une conso?d'un repas?une entrée en boite si c payant ?location de scooter ou autre ?souvenir ?nhesitez pas jatten vos reponse merci ...
slt,
si tu aime faire la fête!.... a patong tu va pas etre décus!😉... c'est quoi ton budjet?
jai un budget qui sera surement de 500 euros pour 15 jours mais je pe laugmenter voir le baisser tout depend des prochains mois mais j' ai vraiment vraiment envie de me faire plaisir est ce que ce sera suffisant ?c'est pour sa que je demande un peu les tarifs de la nouritture des sorties etc ...
et bien ecoute si tu veux vraiment t'eclaté 500e risque d'etre un peu juste car les baths sa part trés trés vite!!!...pour les repas si tu mange thai tu risque pas de te ruiné (2e)😛 et en + c bon!!... si tu mange autre ke thai ben oui se sera un peu plus chére....sur patong certaine boite son payante (400baht avec 2conso free) et d'autre nan....pour louer des scooters c environ 300 a 500baht par jour....pour une chambre d hotel c a partir de 500bath voila l ami si tu veux d'otre renseignement n hesite pas.😉
ps:si tu pars en en fevrier c saison haute donc les prix seront un peu plus chére ke g mis.😮
ps:si tu pars en en fevrier c saison haute donc les prix seront un peu plus chére ke g mis.😮
le graceland je voit pas trop ou il est... yen a bcp des hotels!... si il est dans le centre de patong t'hinkiete c ambiance tous les soirs 😎....les boite il passe de tout comme son!.... les blazes des boites (ya le banana- le seduction- le baya beach - tiger) va faire un tour sur youtube (tape night life patong) tu verra par toi meme!!!😉....les prix des bouteilles clop tu t'en tiras moins chére la bas ki si c sur....😄
Salut!Moi, je rentre de Patong.Je suis restée là-bas 9 jours.Si tu aimes faire la fête, tu vas t'y amuser mais n'oublie pas une chose, c'est que Patong n'est pas un reflet de la Thaïlande, c'est plutôt la Thaïlande des touristes.Il y a plein de Mac Do, Burger King, KFC, Carrefour, ...Tout ce qu'on a en Occident.Les prix sont très élévés par rapport au reste du pays.Il y a forcément beaucoup de tourisme sexuel...Tu verras sur la plage plein de vieux avec des jeunes thaïlandaises...Sans parler de Bangla Road la nuit...
J'ai beaucoup aimé cette ville qui grouille de monde toute la journée.Sur la plage, tu peux faire du jet-ski (2000 B/demi-heure), location de transat=100B.Au niveau des repas, tu peux manger aisément pour 3-4€/repas (au centre commercial, il y a de super resto japonais, thaï et chinois...un régal.J'ai aussi testé les boui-boui où tu manges dehors).Pour boire un verre, tu n'auras que l'embarras du choix, un cocktail succulent= à peu près 150 B.En ce qui concerne le prix des cigarettes, je ne peux pas te dire car je ne fume pas mais ça doit être dérisoire.
J'ai vu ton hôtel de dehors (moi aussi j'étais intéressée par cet option avant d'y aller).Il est très cossu et a l'air très bien.Le seul hic, c'est qu'il est un peu excentré de la plage, tu auras à marcher un peu (5-10min).
Au niveau des activités, moi, je prenais un tuk-tuk (il y en a partout) pour aller sur de petits plages de l'île comme Laem Sing Beach (pour moi la plus belle de toutes), Paradise beach ou Kata Noi.J'ai payé de 550 à 600 B pour un aller-retour (il faut négocier le prix avec le chauffeur avant.Tu lui dis l'heure à laquelle tu veux rentrer et il vient te chercher.Tu le paies seulement au retour).
Tu as plein d'excursions à faire (l'hôtel t'en proposeras sûrement, mais tu as des bureaux de ventes partout dans la ville).Moi, ayant un petit en bas âge, j'ai opté pour aller sur Kho Nok Island (1600B/pers pour la demi-journée).C'était super car on a fait du snorkelling avec des milliers de poissons au niveau de la barrière de corail.Les petites îles sont magnifiques et tu nages avec des poissons de toutes les couleurs.Je te le recommande.Moi, j'ai eu la chance d'avoir vu un ban de dauphins nager à côté du bateau.
Tu peux aller aussi faire un tour à Phi Phi Island soit pour la journée ou tu peux réserver une nuit là-bas, ce que je te conseille car c'est vraiment à voir.J'y suis restée 3 jours.C'est vraiment magnifique et complètement atypique.Sur, l'île, il n'y a pas de moyens de locomotion motorisé.Tu fais tout à pied (mais c'est petit, alors pas trop fatiguant).Les ruelles sont pavées, il y a plein de boutiques, de resto, de salons de massage.Ca fait très hippie chic.J'ai été forcément voir Maya Bay (le film La Plage) et je peux te dire que je n'ai jamais vu une plage aussi magnifique de ma vie (le seul hic c'est que t'es avec des centaines d'autres touristes sur la petite plage).Je te conseille fortement d'y faire un tour.L'excursion est vendue partout à Patong.Ils viennent te chercher à ton hôtel le mati, t'amène au port prendre le bateau et te ramène le soir à ton hôtel.Si tu veux réserver un hôtel là-bas, tu peux le faire dès maintenant.Moi, je suis passée par le site SAWASDEE.COM et aucun soucis.Tu paies, il t'envoie le voucher que tu présentes à l'hôtel.
J'ai passé beaucoup de bon temps à Phuket et je te le souhaite aussi.Amuse-toi bien et bonne vacances.Si t'as des questions, n'hésite pas à me contacter.
Un dernier conseil:amène l'argent en liquide avec toi.Tu le changeras là-bas (il y a des bureaux de change partout et ils ouvrent tard dans la nuit).Ne tire pas d'argent au distributeur car tu vas faire la fortune de ton banquier (j'en ai fait l'expérience pour le peu que j'ai pu retirer, crois-moi!).
Bonnes Vacance!😉
Le Graceland, très bel hotel. Il y a même un bowling à l'intérieur. Juste en face de la plage, mais un peu loin du centre (Bangla road)
La beauté est dans l'oeil de celui qui regarde
😎 J - 40 😏
😎 J - 40 😏
Wow, ça fait 4 ans que je déserte Phuket et je crois que j'ai bien fait.... La dernière fois que j'ai fait du jet-ski, c'était 700 bahts la demi heure.
Sur la plage, tu peux faire du jet-ski (2000 B/demi-heure),
Sur la plage, tu peux faire du jet-ski (2000 B/demi-heure),
@+
Thibaut
La petite soupe dans la rue est passée en 1 an de 20b à 30b.
La beauté est dans l'oeil de celui qui regarde
😎 J - 40 😏
😎 J - 40 😏
oui comme dit thibaut 2000/bath la 1/2 heure ça castagne grave 😕
avec les 500 euro pour 15 jour t'iras pas loin prévois plus le double car pas chere + pas chere + pas chere = bas quand même un peu plus que prévu 😏😏
avec les 500 euro pour 15 jour t'iras pas loin prévois plus le double car pas chere + pas chere + pas chere = bas quand même un peu plus que prévu 😏😏
vive la douceure thai et leurs piments hai hai hai
500 Euros pour 15 jours, cela parait très, très juste. Surtout si tu veux profiter un peu et que c'est ton 1er séjour.
La beauté est dans l'oeil de celui qui regarde
😎 J - 40 😏
😎 J - 40 😏
Ouais, c'est en gros mon budget journalier, hors hotel
La beauté est dans l'oeil de celui qui regarde
😎 J - 40 😏
😎 J - 40 😏
Ouais et encore tu connais bien le pays et je suppose que tu manges local
La beauté est dans l'oeil de celui qui regarde
😎 J - 40 😏
😎 J - 40 😏
Pas toujours... La nourriture locale ça va mais il y a toujours un moment où je craque pour un steak frites. Au niveau boissons, je carbure à la bière. Au village: 3 grandes Leo pour 120 B, c'est combien le prix d'une petite bière dans un bar de Patong?
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Thibaut
8O b la bière. Pour moi aussi 1 repas farang par semaine, mais c'est pas moi le demandeur
La beauté est dans l'oeil de celui qui regarde
😎 J - 40 😏
😎 J - 40 😏
merci a tous pour ces renseignement...Sincrement je tombe un peu sur le cul je voyai pas sa aussi cher va falloir ke j'augment mon budget car je veux vraiment passer d'excellente vacance mais 2000 bahts la demi heure de jet skije trouve sa un peu cher vous etes sur qu'il ny a pas moins cher...?J'aurais voulu aussi savoir si il était possible de faire de la peche aux gros pour un prix raisonnable ? est ce ke quelqu'un a tester?
Pour la pêche aux gros, je ne sais pas mais pour la pêche aux thons, t'es au bon endroit. 😏
J'aurais voulu aussi savoir si il était possible de faire de la peche aux gros pour un prix raisonnable ? est ce ke quelqu'un a tester?
J'aurais voulu aussi savoir si il était possible de faire de la peche aux gros pour un prix raisonnable ? est ce ke quelqu'un a tester?
@+
Thibaut
Pour la pêche aux gros, je ne sais pas mais pour la pêche aux thons, t'es au bon endroit. 😏
J'aurais voulu aussi savoir si il était possible de faire de la peche aux gros pour un prix raisonnable ? est ce ke quelqu'un a tester?
Excellent 😏😏
J'aurais voulu aussi savoir si il était possible de faire de la peche aux gros pour un prix raisonnable ? est ce ke quelqu'un a tester?
Excellent 😏😏
La beauté est dans l'oeil de celui qui regarde
😎 J - 40 😏
😎 J - 40 😏
Pas de problèmes, tu peux aller au temple de Chalong, flâner, méditer, comtempler, et ça coute pas cher, juste une petite donation si le coeur t'en dis.
sinon, tu peux aller au Big Bouddha, il est peut être terminé, en tout cas il y a une superbe vue, c'est vers Chalong justement.
sinon fais Koh Raya (ou Koh Raja...), une île à 30 min de bateau.
sinon, tu peux aller au Big Bouddha, il est peut être terminé, en tout cas il y a une superbe vue, c'est vers Chalong justement.
sinon fais Koh Raya (ou Koh Raja...), une île à 30 min de bateau.Quand l'eau baisse les fourmis mangent les poissons; quand l'eau monte les poissons mangent les fourmis.
Il n'y a que le changement qui ne change pas.
Pour une motobyke 200 baths par jour.
Pour une SINGA(bière local) 60 baths.
Au TIGER entrée 200 baths mais t'à un verre, un Bacardy Leemon 150 baths.
Y àdes ptis retos sur le bord de la route, pas cher, 200 baths pour un repas.
Attention aux piments.
Mais ossi y à un CARREFOUR, à PATONG.
Ont peut tout avoir dans la vie.
Il faut juste le VOULOIR.
ton hotel est pas mal un 4 *
et en plus tu bois et fume
http://www.phuketgraceland.com/...d_patong_map_800.jpg cela va te couter un maxi si tu veux d autres infos demande moi en MP
http://www.phuketgraceland.com/...d_patong_map_800.jpg cela va te couter un maxi si tu veux d autres infos demande moi en MP
aroythai
Mais ossi y à un CARREFOUR, à PATONG.
Salut,
Et maintenant il y a un 2ème CARREFOUR à Chalong, c'est très bien pour ceux qui sont à Rawaï ou les environs . 😉
Salut,
Et maintenant il y a un 2ème CARREFOUR à Chalong, c'est très bien pour ceux qui sont à Rawaï ou les environs . 😉
@+ , Marco .
On aura jamais assez de temps pour tout ce qu'on veut découvrir et comprendre dans nos voyages qu'on se le dise , Amis voyageurs .
pataya c est beaucoup moins cher !!!!!!!!!!!!!
pukhet c est moche patong tres moche (j ai vecu 1 ans dans se bled pour le connaitre a fond )
pataya c est beaucoup mieux et bien moins cher ....
et les boites ............en plus tu es a 1 heure de bkk et la, la fete c est autre chose
ne va pas a pukhet tu seras un gogo de plus .....
gerard
Continuez a me balancer des prix sa me permet de calculer un peu mon budget c vraimen cool ce petit site j'espere ke ces infos me seron tres utile sur place et si quelqu'un pe me renseigner sur les prix de la plongée et de la peche aux gros que j'ai trop envi de tester mais jai vu sur le net ke sa restai tres cher mais si vous avez sur place de meilleurs plans sa serait cool..je pense que sur place y'a toujour moyen de s'arranger avec les thaie etc..donk meme sur ce sujet je prend tous les bons plans dispo sur phuket merci d'avance...😉😉
Dites-moi que je suis entrain de faire un couchemard...et que je vais me réveiller en sueur...et que je vais me connecter sur VF...et que ce post n'éxistera pas...HELP........
🤪🤪🤪🏴☠️🏴☠️🏴☠️😕😕😕 (comme dirais Lisa)
La Thailande, c'est comme le Gruyère...C'est rapé.
La Thailande, c'est comme le Gruyère...C'est rapé.
merci de me lire au second degré... on rigole, on rigole (mais pas toujours)
Et dans le carrefour est ce quelq'un aurait la copie d'un ticket de caisse de ces course ou tous simplement le prix de :une bouteille de ricard, une bouteille de whisky, des jus de fruit, des chips, des gateaux, enfin tout plein de produit de la vie quotidienne en vacance en fin de compte c'est sa aussi qu'il me faut savoir :le prix de lavie sur patong!
C'est écrit en Thaï! Pas sur que tu comprendras quelque chose.
Et dans le carrefour est ce quelq'un aurait la copie d'un ticket de caisse de ces course
Et dans le carrefour est ce quelq'un aurait la copie d'un ticket de caisse de ces course
@+
Thibaut
Euh, j'espère qu'il y a une assurance pour ce prix là....
Sur la plage, tu peux faire du jet-ski (2000 B/demi-heure)
Sur la plage, tu peux faire du jet-ski (2000 B/demi-heure)
@+
Thibaut
Voir ici: http://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Num%C3%A9ration_tha%C3%AF
Meme les chiffres sont ecrit en thaie?Tu pourrai pas me les traduire toi lol ?
Meme les chiffres sont ecrit en thaie?Tu pourrai pas me les traduire toi lol ?
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Thibaut
Merci malo pour ces précisions...Donc les prix ne changent pas tellement par rapport a la france si je comprend sa risque de me couter un peu cher tout sa...Par contreje vois que sous ton pseudo tu est sur place (kamala) ??Peux tu me dire le prix d'un paquet de malboro ?Et si tu connais un endroit sur phuket ou lon pe faire du jet ski pour moins de 2000 bahts la demi heure et puis profite s'en pour me refiler tous les bons plan et les trucs a faire a voir de l'lile 😉Un grand merci d'avance
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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).
Thanks!
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).
Thanks!
hi
I’ll be on a cruise on January 11, 2027. We’re stopping in Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My).
I’d love to see something other than the city—anyone have recommendations or a guide for 6-8 people with pickup at the port?
I’d really like to visit some rice paddies.
I’ll be on a cruise on January 11, 2027. We’re stopping in Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My).
I’d love to see something other than the city—anyone have recommendations or a guide for 6-8 people with pickup at the port?
I’d really like to visit some rice paddies.
Hi there,
I’m spending 4 days in Kuala Lumpur.
Could you let me know what’s absolutely worth visiting and what’s not really worth the effort?
Any suggested itinerary?
Apart from Batu Caves, I don’t have many ideas...
I’m traveling with my partner and our 16-year-old son.
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
I’m spending 4 days in Kuala Lumpur.
Could you let me know what’s absolutely worth visiting and what’s not really worth the effort?
Any suggested itinerary?
Apart from Batu Caves, I don’t have many ideas...
I’m traveling with my partner and our 16-year-old son.
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
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!
Hi there,
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. ;-)
Thanks for your tips! DrSnuggle
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. ;-)
Thanks for your tips! DrSnuggle
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! :-)
Hi there
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?????
Thanks for any tips—I’m stuck!
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?????
Thanks for any tips—I’m stuck!
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
Thanks for any suggestions or help!
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
Thanks for any suggestions or help!
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.
Kanchanaburi:
Kanchanaburi:
Sri Chiangmai:
Soppong:
Tha Wang Pha:
Kanchanaburi:

Kanchanaburi:

Sri Chiangmai:

Soppong:

Tha Wang Pha:

🙂 Hi everyone!
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.
Thanks everyone, take care and stay happy! ❤️
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.
Thanks everyone, take care and stay happy! ❤️
Hi there,
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
Thanks for your thoughts—and for your time!
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
Thanks for your thoughts—and for your time!
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! !
Hi everyone,
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?
Thanks in advance for your feedback! :)
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?
Thanks in advance for your feedback! :)
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!