salut
nous voulons partir en novembre de cette année a ko phi phi mais nous avons peut de nous ennuyer, j'aime la farniente mais jaime aussi un peu visité et mon copain aussi!! nous aimpns les activités de toute sorte,
le soir ilya til des bons restau a proximité et des boutiques la journée, des marchés etc.. tous ce qu'aime en générales les touristes ? bien evidement sa serait pour un séjour de 15 jours.
est il possible de visité pour la journée les iles a proximité comme phuket ou kolanta ou c'est trop loin?
merci de vos réponse🙂
trop long par rapport au peu d'activité a faire?? si je peut aller sur dautre ils durant le séjour mais je n'aime pas changé d'hotel comme les circuits. peut etre 2 hotels maxi durant les 15 jours c'est pour cela je recherche des personnes qui sont déja parti sur ses iles.
le soir ilya til des bons restau a proximité et des boutiques la journée, des marchés etc.. tous ce qu'aime en générales les touristes ? bien evidement sa serait pour un séjour de 15 jours.
Les bons restos sont rares car pour touristes "only", des boutiques y a que ca pour touristes "of course", des marchés y a pas sinon les boutiques pour touristes, bref une île pour touristes ou 15 jours sont un peu trop comme l'a dit barbot, mais c'est très joli quand même 😛 2-3 jours suffisent pour en faire le tour a moins d'être un mordu de plongée 😉
trop long par rapport au peu d'activité a faire?? si je peut aller sur dautre ils durant le séjour mais je n'aime pas changé d'hotel comme les circuits. peut etre 2 hotels maxi durant les 15 jours c'est pour cela je recherche des personnes qui sont déja parti sur ses iles.
Koh Phi Phi en trois jours tu as le tour plusieurs fois avec les alentours c'est très petit comme île , mais aux alentours proches comme Maya bay à voir puis après tu as la plongée , mais bon un choix à faire mais 15 jours là ce serait dommage de pas profiter Phuket et les alentours comme Koh Raya par exemple et bien sur Koh Lanta à faire aussi .
Comme le dit barbot je partagerai le séjour entre Phuket ou Krabi, Phi Phi et Lanta d'ou sont possibles de belles excursions dans les îles plus au sud 😎
donc que me conseillez vous!!
3 jours ko phi phi quelqueq jour a phuket et kolanta ou ko samui??
Comme tu as que 15 jours laisse tomber Koh Samui , reste dans les alentours Phuket , Koh Phi Phi et Koh Lanta afin de pas perdre du temps dans les transport .
Pourquoi rester 15 jours sur les îles quand on n'aime pas specialement ça? Il y a tellement d'endroits magnifiques en Thailande à visiter, partages ton temps entre Bkk et les environs ou autres (Chang Mai, le nord ou l'Issan) et prendre une semaine pour le sud. Sauf si tu plonges... là tu trouveras à faire!😎
As tu vu le film la plage avec Léonardo di Caprio😐 ? les îles Phi Phi c'est cela, comme le paradis perdu : des paysages bouleversants de beauté. Dieu merci pas de béton, quelques touristes bien sûr qui arrivent en bateau depuis Phuket, passent la journée, repartent le soir.
Le soir l'île est rendue aux amoureux de la nature, aux amoureux tout court, qui souhaitent être seuls au monde😉, aux plongeurs, peut être aux hommes d'affaires stressés qui cherchent un retour aux sources. Pour ces touristes là, il y a bien sûr quelques hôtels confortables, quelques restaurants, quelques cafés, et le silence de la mer !
Je partage les avis des membres qui t'ont répondu : trois jours au plus et, pour les vacances idéales que tu décris je te conseille plutôt Phuket et en particulier Patong, ou Kata, moins touristique. Il y a un super Club Med à Kata avec un resto gastronomique, le Mai Tai. Certains jours il y a le marché le long de la plage, mais tous les jours il y a les massages Thaï🙂, les coiffeurs sur la plage, et partout une extraordinaire gentillesse du peuple Thaïlandais. De là nous avons pu visiter les Iles Phi Phi et Phang nga bay. Au club nous avons rencontré des habitués qui venaient ...se faire soigner les dents (ça remboursait une partie du voyage)... d'autres venaient s'habiller : le costume sur mesure en 72 heures ! des tissus de couturiers, le cachemire et les tissus Dormeuil pas exemple à des prix très compétitifs, les tailleurs sont très adroits. Je recommande aussi les chemises et chemisettes en soie thaïlandaise. Quant'aux bijoux... bref il y a surchauffe de la carte visa😊 !
Coté culture, puisque vous atterrissez à Bangkok passez 2/3 jours dans la capitale. Visitez le palais royal, les temples et les stupas, les rues chaudes de Bkk, plutôt moins risquées que certains quartiers à Paris, les Klongs. Si vous le pouvez découvrez aussi les marchés flottants, les jardins d'orchidées, et les fabriques de meubles.
Voilà, un peu dommage de passer 15 jours aux îles Phi Phi bien qu'elles méritent le voyage comme le dit le guide Michelin.
en fait nous voulons pas aller sur bankok mes parents y reviennent nous avons vu des photos c'est pas mal mais pas ce qu'on recherche et puis nous avonc plein de photo et vidéo, c"était plutot le sud.
d'apres ce que je comprend il est préférable de séjourné a phuket et de voir toute la journée une fois koh phi phi ainsi que les autres iles car nous voulons faire aussi lanta et kranti c'est un peu chaud peut etre pour une journée.
des amis a mes parents habitent la thailande c'est par eux que je veut passe pour trouvé les hotels a phuket et phi phi car ilyen a tellement qu'on ne c'est quoi choisir.
merci en tout cas
Salut,
Et salut à ceux qui se rappèlent de moi... ça fait longtemps 😎
Perso je suis un peu du même avis après mes 3 voyages dans ce superbe pays dont je suis tombée amoureuse !
Petit bémol : Patong est pour moi la plage la plus touristique qui soit avec discothèques, bars à filles, des jeunes un peu bourrés le soir.... si je me souviens bien en tout cas (j'ai passé un nuit ça suffit).. bref c'est pas ma tasse de thé surtout dans un pays qui regorgent de merveilles. J'ai pas fait autant de Km pour retrouvés Palavas l'été !
Dommage de passer 15 jours dans les iles quand même... si vous plongez pas vous risquez de vous ennuyer je pense. J'ai déjà testé...
J'ai pas été emerveillée par Phuket c'est un peu notre côte d'azur avec des buldings, des trottoirs... mais il est vrai que je ne connais que Kata où j'ai séjournés et patong donc.
Le Kata Country House est d'ailleurs assez sympa bien qu'il y ait eu des travaux à présents je ne sais plus à quoi ça ressemble mais ce n'est pas une tour en tout cas.
J'ai séjourné sur Raya 2 nuits et 3 jours et c'est suffisant sincèrement !!
Koh phi phi on devait rester 3 on est restés 6 pour passer le brevet de plongée et nous avons alternés avec du snorkeling, balades, kayack de mer...et j'y suis retourné une 2ème fois 3 jours. Mais sincèrement 3 ça suffit. Aussi un autre ile proche de Koh lanta ... au bout du 2ème jour on s'est dis demain on décolle..! puis Koh Lanta 1 nuit et 1 jour... balade en scotter tout le long de l'ile...it's enough.
Krabi vous permettra peut être de profiter de + d'excursions comme point de base unique. De là vous pourrez faire Koh Lanta, phi phi, La Baie de Phang Na et des excursions à l'interieur du pays de ce côté là. Bangkok est envoutant. Dommage d'y être et de ne pas y aller...On se retrouve vraiment plonger ailleurs ! sur une autre planète. c'est pas des photos qui peuvent dégager une ambiance je pense... les parfums, les bruits, ...le choc culturel.. Qd on a votre âge on ne perçoit pas les mêmes choses qu'à l'age de vos parents. Chaque age à ses envies etc...
Il faut réfléchir à ce que vous avez envie et ce que vous aimez... Si vous voulez rien gérer je connais un agent français sur place sympa qui fait tout à la carte (resa, transit etc...) il est pas très cher. il est connu est noté sur le routard. Mais la Thaïlande permet de s'organiser tt seul aussi, moi je voulais profiter au max et éviter certaines pertes de temps etc... donc j'ai fait appel à cet agent pour certains transits (aéroport/avion/hotels).. et resa d'excursions... Et c'était très bien pour completer mon organisation/resa perso.
Autant de km pour juste du sable est-ce raisonnable ?
Il y a peut être des pays plus proches qui sont spécialisés en farniente plage... ?
...Mais c'est qd on est jeune le sac à dos et "l'aventure" après... c'est plus compliqué.
Là je dois partir en avril (je ne sais pas où) j'ai besoin de repos mais je sais déjà que j'ai un peu les "boules" de faire principalement de la plage etc... ... mais c'est obligé pour me requinquer un peu physiquement... mais j'ai dit 4 jours max de farniente après je balade ... et si je pouvais retourner en Thailande je serai la + heureuse mais on est 2 à décider lol.
salut!
merci de tes réponses!!
oui c'est de que nous voulons vraiment, ses iles la!!!
peut tu me dire comment je peut trouvé ton ami français, en fait je voudrais savoir bien organisé mon voyage pour mon point de départ par ou commençé et par ou finir ainsi que les hotels. Je n'ai jamais jusqua présent organisé cela toujours pas des agences de voyage de mon ce par le travail . c'est une premiere pour nous.
merci
Coucou Lanamars,
Je vais regarder toutes les infos que j'ai gardé en sachant que j'ai homis de te préciser le nom de l'ile près de koh Lanta (en dessous du côté de Trang : c'etait Koh Ngai) et je te fait un topo peut être par message privé je sais pas si ça interrèsse tt le monde ?
J'ai de la famille là ... donc je ferai ça surement ce soir tranquillement.
Bonne journée 🙂
Hi there, what s good to do around BKK for 2 days outside of Bangkok? We re wrapping up our Laos-Cambodia-Thailand trip. We don t want to stay in BKK anymore…
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.
