Nous voyageons a l heure actuel en thailande.(Moi et ma petite amie )
Nous voulions acheter un ticket de bus le moins chere possible a destination de ranong.
Dans une guide de voyage il est ecrit que le prix le moins eleve est de 185 baht en billet ordinaire, 256 en billet 2nd classe et 333 en billet 1er classe.
Lorsque nous avons demande le prix le moins pour la destination que nous nous etions fixe on nous annonce alors 333 bahts.
Nous demandons alors si il n exite pas de billet moins et l on m affirme alors que ce n existe pas.
A partir de se moment je leur presente le guide ( ecrit en anglais ) et l on nous explique a present qu il faut que nous allions a un autre guichet situee dans un batiment plus loin...
Une fois rendu a ce nouveau guichet on nous explique que le prix le moins chere est de 300 bahts..
Nous insistons et montrons de nouveau le guide ; le guichetier nous parait alors mal a l aise me demande d attendre et passe alors un coup de telephone. Cette situation nous rend perplexe...
Une fois son coup de telephone passe il nous demande nous de rendre a un autre guichet, ou intervient cette fois une personne en chemise blanche dont l apparence n a pas l air d indiquer qu il travaille ici.
Le nouveau guichetier m indique alors que le prix minimum est de 333 baht.
J instite alors une fois de plus en presentant mon guide, le guichetier a l air mal a l aise; d autant plus que l homme en blanc a l air de lui donner des directives ( en langue thai ) ..
Nous demandons alors a cet homme quel est son role ici et quel est sa profession ! Nous n obtenons pas de reponse.
En institant de nouveau on m indique nous pouvons acheter un ticket pour 256 bahts mais pour un bus qui part dans une heure! Or cet solution n est pas possible car nous n avons pas tout nos baggages avec nous!
Ce tarif n est par contre pas applicable pour un autre bus partant le meme jour ni un autre jour!!!!
Nous insistons de nouveau mais la situation se ferme et nous n obtenons au final meme pas des billets pour 333 baths!
On nous demande alors de revenir plus tard.
Je pense que maintenant ( regime militaire )il n est plus possible d obtenir les billets les moins cheres pour voyager lorsque l on est etranger!
( nous avons demander a une thailandaise si elle pouvais acheter des billet moins chere que ceux qui nous etaient proposer, elle a ete alors interrompu par l homme en blanc et nous a alors repondu par une rire mal a l aise . Nous n avons plus insiste.. )
N hesitez pas a me dire si vous avez eu des ressentis similaires.
Bonjour seblud
Il y a tout juste une semaine que je suis rentré de Thailande où j'ai passé 3 semaines.Il ne faut pas trop te fier à ton guide, souvent les infos ne sont pas à jour.Il y a des bus VIP, plus chers, des bus climatisés et non climatisés.Le bath s'apprécie / Euro.
A mon avis personnel, le tarif est identique pour les thais comme pour toi.
Bon séjour🙂
Lorsque je vois certains touristes a Bangkok je doute parfois de leurs motivations!!!
ET la tienne, c'est quoi???
Dans un premier temps, ton post m'a fait sourire, après relecture, je me pose des questions sur son but... et je me joins au piaf... s'il est encore possible de supprimer avant d'engager une polémique inutile... fais-le, ça va dériver grave et faire du mal pour rien !!!
1) les guides ne sont pas exacte( la preuve ...), , désolée mais tu fait parti des mouton qui croient dans ces bibles, ,
2 ) ton super guide ta; dit que il y a different sorte de bus, , ?? ça va du VIP 24 places ( hotesse abord couverture air con a fond et filam debile ), , au je te bourre autant que tu veut même sur la galerie du toit,
3 ) la thailande est en changement constant sur les prix,
l'augmentation de l'essence y est fréquente, ,
4) voyager en asie est également une remise en question su SA façon de voyager, , tout n'est pas standardiser, steriliser, étiqueter,
il faut savoir être souple, ,
5) cela ne m'étonne pas que l'expression de farang kino est souvent répandu, ,
As tu fait le calcul de prix en euro au kilometre?? tu verra que c'est extremement pas cher, , en plus tu est dans un pays ou tu paye le même prix que les autochtone,
« Le voyage apprend la tolérance. »
Benjamin Disraeli
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Il faut savoir que ton guide le temps qu'ils prennent des infos et l'imprime etc... ça prends un an voir plus, donc tarifs périmer de quelques bahts .
Dans le guide Ils ont sûrement oublier de préciser qu'ils y avait plusieurs types de bus ou tu ne l'a pas lu.
Je suis d'accord avec Lepiaf supprime ton post, perso je trouve cela mesquin, en tout cas tu as dû mettre mal à l'aise ces pauvres gens qui travaillent là-bas pour une poignée de bahts dont tu as cru qu'ils voulaient te faire payer plus .
@+ , 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 .
c'est quel guide ? ça !!c'est le bon renseignement qui nous manque !! visiblement il n'est pas fiable 🏴☠️🏴☠️
😉mais non je m'en fou ! c'est pareil pour tous ! 😠
tu n'es pas à la maison, alors zen, zen, zen et puis la difference de prix ne met pas ton voyage en peril ? si ?
si oui ! c'est la faute de ton guide ! attaque 🏴☠️😄😄😄😄😄
Je suis d'accord avec Lepiaf supprime ton post, perso je trouve cela mesquin, en tout cas tu as dû mettre mal à l'aise ces pauvres gens qui travaillent là-bas pour une poignée de bahts dont tu as cru qu'ils voulaient te faire payer plus .
Idem, tout a fait d accord! Imagine que tu travaille dans le tourisme et un client te montre un de ces guides (jamais a jour!) et te fasse une telle histoire pour 1 euro de plus?!!!
J ai du mal a comprendre ce genre de comportement; comportement que tu ne te permettrai pas dans ton propre Pays ! ...
stephy
''Voyager est un triple plaisir : l'attente, l'éblouissement et le souvenir.''
Je n'ai pas l'habitude de poster sur la Thailande mais le problème que vous rencontrez existe aussi pour les autres pays du Sud-Est asiatique.
Vérifiez la date de mise à jour des éditions des guides. Beaucoup d'erreurs et d'inexactitudes, des infos qui remontent à 3 voire 4 ans alors que ces pays évoluent très vite et le coût de la vie aussi. Les prix des carburants font des bonds spectaculaires et la Thailande les paie au prix fort aussi.
Souvent, les touristes sont en décalage avec les prix.
Prenez les infos sur VF, c'est plus fiable car souvent c'est du vécu récent.
Compte tenu de la différence (minime si reconverti en euros), vous perdez plus de temps à chercher et à négocier. Faire 10 000 kms et mégoter sur quelques euros, celà vaut-il la peine ?
Ce phénomène existe aussi pour les touristes étrangers en France. C'est bien connu, les touristes paient toujours un peu plus cher car la qualité du service n'est pas le même.
Cool et zen. Vous ne passez pas votre vie en Thailande. Vous y êtes pour passer de bonnes vacances, non ??
je parle de la gare routiere de Bangkok ( southern terminus)
Je ne trouve pas message intrusif, un couple d italien present lors de la situation ont eu le meme ressenti,
Je ne demande pas que l on soit d accord avec moi, je decris juste une situation qu on a vecu a plusieurs.
Je crois que je fais juste mon devoir d information, loin de moi l idee de denigrer un pays sans que j en ressente le fondement.....😇
Chacun a le droit d avoir son propre perception des choses,
je ne demande pas que l on soit d accord avec...
De plus je crois que ce que je raconte est verifiable...
Chaque fois que je pars pour l'Asie, je sens que j'aurai pas besoin de calculer a chaque fois mes dépenses et chaque fois je me dis que j'économise en vivant la bas, plutot que de vivre ici au Québec .
Et à chaque fois aussi je rencontre des gens qui critiquent comme vous, pour quelques sous de plus et qui en oublie de voir la beauté devant eux, celle qui passe ici et maintenant, celle qui consiste a rendre extraordinaire, l'ordinaire............
Aussi a chaque fois que je voyage, je sais que ses Thais, que ses Laosiens, que ses Brésiliens, ne pourront jamais vivre le voyage .
D'accord avec toi...
Modérateur, please, es-tu là ???
Arrêtons le massacre inutile, il y a bien assez de guerres sur terre ! Et tellement de belles choses à dire sur la Thailande, même si elle est imparfaite comme tout et tous...
Je ne crois vraiment pas que je me suis fais des idee deux choses nous ont vraiment marquee, le fait que les tarifs parfois propose correspondent a ceux du guide mais ne proposait que des horaires que nous etaient inaccessible ( une heure plus tard)
deuxiemement, le role joue par cette personne tiers qui n apas degner nous renseigner sur sa proffession et qui avait l air ( et je pese mes mots) de diriger le comportement du guichetier alors pris entre deux feu...
Il ya eu enormement d informations contradictoires laissant presager un gros doute sur leur credibilite !!!
De plus je voyage depuis casiment six mois en inde et nepal, je crois sincerement avoir une certaine experience pour dicerner les informations fausses ou obsolete de celle qui sont justes mais nie par les individus!!!!
Ce sujet n est pas seulement unr quetion de quelques baths mais une question de principe en inde et au nepal il font payer les touristes plus cheres mais c est ecris et visibles en thailande j en doute ....( cela me fais penser au TAT d ailleurs)
Je comprend neanmoins le besion de ces pays d obtenir des devices, mais je n apprecie pas toujours la maniere dont ils le font.
Tout cela n est que mon avis, desole d avoir encore une certaine morale ......
Tu n'as pas encore fait le rapport du prix ce que tu payerais en France pour le même trajet, bon voyage . Et surtout ne te fies pas aux guides qui en général à 90% de leurs tarifs en ce domaine est périmer .
@+ , 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 .
😛uand tu deviens expate pour un an et que tu n a pas de revenus tu t adaptes a la perception des prix qu on les habitants du pays ...je vais maintenant citer mon ami << quand tu paye chere tu voyage pas>>
😛uand tu deviens expate pour un an et que tu n a pas de revenus tu t adaptes a la perception des prix qu on les habitants du pays ...je vais maintenant citer mon ami << quand tu paye chere tu voyage pas>>
En tant que selon ton profil """enseignant en sciences économiques""" je te comprends mais faut pas quand même offusquer ces employés de transport public en Thailande avec ton guide dont il y a beaucoup de chance que les tarifs sont périmés à 95%, fait pareil à Paris avec un guide tu verras .
@+ , 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 .
😮 j ai l impression que tu n est pas sans aucun rapport avec la profession de militaire ?
Je ne suis pas farouchement un adepte des regimes militaristes...
Apres pour les militaires... a ce qu il parait il en faut😕
En tant que selon ton profil """enseignant en sciences économiques"""
je suis aussi enseignant en socio...je voyage avec tres peu de moyens et je cherche avant tout a comprendre les differentes cultures.
Ces deux elements s adaptent parfaitement l un a l autre.
Quand je suis a bangkok( cela depend des quartiers ) je ne me sens pas vraiment depayse!
De plus prendre les bus pour touristes ou etre dans des lieux ou il ya plus de touristes que de locaux pour moi ce nest pas voyager .C est m essuyer le cul a l indienne, manger a la nepalaise et me laver comme le thailandais ( j exagere a peine )
Je cherche a etre le plus proche possible des locaux et parfois c est tres difficiles ...meme si je ne suis pas a plaindre la plupart des gens gagne quand meme plus que moi.( je vous l accorde en ce moment seulement)
De plus il faut savoir que la pauvrete dont la plupart parle est une pauvrete relative .
Ces gens gagne de quoi( la plupart de temps )vivre en correspondance avec leur modele culturel.
Malheureusement ma phrase precedente deviens de plus sujet a controverse lorsque l on voit a quel point la culture occidentale est presente...
L occident devient un fantasme, il suffit de regarder leur tele de voir leur film et d ecouter leurs aspirations quand il peuvent en avoir.
Et pour comprendre tout ca << ces quelques euros font aussi toute la difference>>car je serais plus avec des locaux car je n aurais pas la meme classe. Les relations avec les individus sont differentes selon les espaces..
Il faut savoir que je voyage aussi dans un soucis (je dis bien aussi)pedagogique
Ceux qui vont en vacances parfois ne voyage pas > Que ceux qui peuvent me comprendre..........
citation<< fais pareil avec un guide en france >>
C est la toute le probleme je ne suis pas un france .
<< l intelligence c est savoir s adapter>>😛
je rappelle neanmoins que la femme avec laquelle nous nous etions renseigner n a pas ete libre de nous repondre a sa guise, donc je ne pense pas que je'' psychote''
Je pense que maintenant ( regime militaire )il n est plus possible d obtenir les billets les moins cheres pour voyager lorsque l on est etranger!
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Bonjour, à tout(e) surtout mon pote Barbot
Supprime le post ? il ne faut pas !
Je suis Thaïlandaise (je ne peux pas vous dire quand chose )
Le regime militaire ou pas ? Les thaïs vivent dans la misière .
Je veins de réservés 3 billets avec la Thai airways 1080 euros /adulte avec un enfant . Cette année le taxe sera augmentation dans 3 mois, je dois aller chercher les billets avant le 1 er mars . Je l'a dit c'est impossible, je viens d'entrer il y a 1 semaine ( je ne peux pas vous payer ) .à la fin j'essaye quand même négocier avec la vendeur ( je peux vous faire une caution de 300 et je viens les chercher vers la fin de mai ( elle est OK ) !!!
Le prix le transport n'est jamais fixe d'ici en France, en Thaïlande ou ailleur. On rôle avec d'essence pas de l'eau .
Amicalement
OÖY
Ce que vous serez demain est la conséquence de ce que vous faites aujourd'hui.
* Le JADE doit être taillé pour devenir beau ,
* L'HOMME doit souffrir pour devenir grand.
Quand j'ai écrit mon post, le message initial était vide, il a été modifié après.
Heure du message initial : 9h59
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je vais peut tre te paraitre impoli ou trop direct, mais peux tu nous parler de la situation politique de ton pays ? J aimerais bien comprendre car certain thailandais ( en tout cas deux) nous on conseille de quitter bagkok en nous expliquant vaguement la situation...
Comme il est dit plus haut, les guides ne peuvent suivre le cours appliques au jour le jour. car les prix du carburant font le "yoyo" depuis quelques annees donc les tickets de bus "long trajet" en font de meme... 😐
Inutile de s'emballer !
Quant a savoir s'il y aurait "segregation a propos des etrangers ?
Non pas sur les autocars, de meme que pour le train et l'avion. Par contre, certains hotels, resorts voir meme quelques "guest houses" ne se genent pas...
D'un cote vous aurez un affichage en anglais pour l'etranger et de l'autre ecrit en thailandais avec le prix egalement inscrit en thailandais et la, il est possible de trouver parfois une difference de pres de 50% ! 😛
Ce qui est marrant c'est que ceux qui te tombent dessus sont les memes qui vont se moquer des touristes qui payent trop cher et du fait que les thails prennent les Farangs uniquement pour des portefeuilles !!!!!!
Certes il ne faut pas suivre les guides qui ne sont pas à jour, ne pas vexer les gens honnétes qui ne cherchent pas à t'arnaquer, mais il faut étre attentif à ne pas créer d'inflation en payant plus cher que les locaux.
Les personnes agées peuvent-elles encore trouver un massage, dont elles ont besoin, à un prix normal ... (70bath à Trat pour une vrai répartion du dos (apres 2 jours à l'équerre) mais 300bth à Kho Chang (pas essayé)). 4 fois plus cher....mais ce n'est pas grave ce n'est que 4Euros60 de plus pour un européen.
Les locaux n'ont qu'à suivre les prix ....
La thailande ne fait pas partie de la zone Euro et il est stupide de penser les prix locaux en Euros sachant que les couts, salaires, normes sociales, .... ne sont pas les mêmes.
C'est pourtant pas difficile d'oublier un peu l'Europe et de penser qu'en baths.
Vous avez un budget de départ en Euro
Vous le convertissez en Bath
Vous ramenez cette donné à un montant journalier (perso 1000 bath)
Vous étalonnez en fonction de la base commune à toute vie, la bouffe
Un plat 25bath et Un litre d'essance environ autant, 25 bath
Un plat en france 5à10euros, un litre d'essence autant???? 5à10euros le litre???
Et là vous comprenez pourquoi les thails roulent lentement (essence trés chère) contrairement à ceux qui pensent que "l'essence est pas cher en thailande ..... 1demi Euros le litre" 🤪🤪🤪🤪
A Luan Prabang, au Laos, il y a 2 marchés :
Celui des locaux relegué dans une petite ruelle où on trouve les bananes à 2000K
Le soir, la rue principale est monopolisée pour le marché touristique (artisanat ect...) où on rouve les même fruits à ... 8000K. (4 fois plus mais surement pas beaucoup en Euros)
Dans le premier marché il n'y avait plus qu'une vendeuse de banane.....
Mais "on" va me dire que je suis gripsous, pas généreux ..... je ne veux pas étre irresponsable et essayer de limiter les dégats du tourismes.
Quand je laisse un pourboire j'ai toujours peur qu'il soit trop élevé et fausse le comportement en faveur des occidentaux.
Quand je rentre dans un magasin je trouve anormal que le commercant arréte de servir les locaux presents pour me demander ce que je veux .... je peux faire la queue comme tous le monde
Oui et alors ! dans mon quartier nous avons une piscine gratuite seulement pour les habitant du dit quartier...dans certains cantons les transports public donne une reduction aux personnes residentes et pourtant la valeur de notre devise ne change pas d'un quartier à l'autre ect...ect... est ce de la ségrégation ?
je n'avais pas encore lu ce post, mais j'ai compris que la chasse était ouverte !!
fais gaffe a toi, car ils tirent le moineau avec du plomb a sanglier 😏😏
pour etre sérieux, ce genre de post part en "biberine " car chacun pense économie en fonction de son vécu et non d'une réalité sociale et politique, donc il est difficile de se mettre d'accord, quand c'est son affect qui dicte les mots !!!
je voudrais quand même savoir comment notre ami Le prof d'économie fais pour voyager 6 mois ( je ne parle pas d'argent mais bien de temps ), n'y voyez aucune attaque, mais pour tout vous dire, c'est un peu de jalousie 😉 qui m'habite ...😏😏
bon dimanche a tous quand même 🙂🙂
trouver son chemin personnel a travers le chemin initiatique du voyage
on pourra dire que vous ete l'exemple type du post négatif, et vu l'évolution que vous donnez a la chose, unique réponse :
faut pas lire tout ce qui est écrit,
un exemple :
lu dans Lonely, edition de l'année:
a ....., un Suisse tient une guest, une mine d'or de renseignements pour le coin,
j'y suis aller :
le Suisse ? partit depuis 2 ans.... (bonjour les c/c)
ce qui m'a permis de fouiner par moi-même et de rencontrer des gens formidables,
a médité, si vous le pouvez
bien d'accord avec toi MIDA certains "routards" discutent pour 3 frs 6 sous a l'etranger et payent un petit noir 2 euros en france et bonjour le prix des clopes
Je me souviens d' avoir vu en 1981 un bon Francais attendre la monnaie sur 5 rupies pour une noix de coco achetee au bord de la route NAVRANT
N'es pa béù qu'es béù, es béù so qu'agrada!
traduction pour les nons provencaux :n'est pas beau ce qui est beau , est beau ce qu'on aime !
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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,
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 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,
From Malacca to get to Jerantut, is it better to go back to KL and take a bus from there, or take a bus to Tampin and then a train? Any feedback on the "Jungle Train"? (duration, price, comfort, etc.). Thanks
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.
Hi everyone,
We’re heading to Flores and then Bali at the end of September.
We’ve already visited both but this time, once we’re in Labuan Bajo, we’d like to take a boat to the Komodo Islands to see the famous Komodo dragons.
I don’t want to sleep on the boat—just a day trip would be perfect.
Does anyone know a reliable and friendly provider to recommend?
Thanks in advance, and have a great summer!
Summer seems to be the best time weather-wise for Bali.
And since summer’s when we can take a long trip, let’s go for Bali... even though we know it’ll be *packed* with people!
So we’ll steer clear of the island’s south...
Our current plan (19 days on the ground, 7 stops):
- 4 Nights (3 days) in Ubud
2 days for rice terraces / activities (Tegallalang, Campuhan Ridge, Monkey Forest, Bird Park, coffee plantation, market (?), dance "pestacle," cooking class and/or spa)
1 day with a driver for the Temples (Pura Gunung Kawi, Tirta Empul Spring, Pura Mengening, Goa Gajah...)
- 2 nights in Sidemen (1 day for Pura Kehen + Batur Caldera + Pura Besakih and 1 day to relax in the rice terraces)
- 3 nights on Gili Meno (Rest and beaches) from Padangbai
- 2 nights in Amed (1 day from Padangbai with the Abang rice terrace and Tirta Gangga baths, and the next day a boat tour in Amed)
- 4 nights in Pemuteran (1 day for transfer and rest, 1 day to visit Kawah Ijen, and 2 days of snorkeling at Menjangan Island)
- 2 nights in Munduk (1 day with the Dayang rice terrace and the 3-waterfall hike, 1 day at Pura Ulun Danu Bratan)
- 2 nights in Jatiluwih (1 day in the rice terraces, and on the last day, we’ll stop by Pura Taman Ayun in Mengwi and Pura Tanah Lot before catching our red-eye flight).
Accommodations in homestays or hotels.
Transportation to be arranged on-site with the lodgings (?)
Boat to Gili Meno to book in advance (?)
Kawah Ijen excursion to plan ahead (?)—check with the homestay (?)
Thanks for your thoughts/comments to help us explore this destination...
After reading and researching, we're planning the following stops in Cambodia in January 2027:
- Phnom Penh
- Kampong Cham
- Kratie
- Siem Reap
- Battambang
- Kampot (round trip)
I'm wondering about the direction of these stops, which could also influence our international flights.
Either a round trip from Phnom Penh in the order above.
Or landing in Siem Reap with the following order:
This second option would save us the Battambang - PP - Kampot trip but means doing a round trip to Battambang from Siem Reap and placing the "highlight of the trip" (Angkor) at the beginning of our stay.
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.
However, I’m not quite 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 some walks and/or things to see in Kampong Thom?
Hi there,
We’re planning to travel from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang next November.
We’d like to take a slow boat from Chiang Khong—or rather from Huay Xai in Laos—with an overnight stop in Pakbeng.
Could you let us know if the boat still leaves Huay Xai in the late morning? If so, what time roughly, and what’s the price for the trip?
Thanks for your help!
Alod
We (3 adults: 68, 65, and 25 years old) are just back from a short trip to the Philippines, and I’d like to share a little summary of our journey. First of all, I’d like to thank everyone who contributes to this forum about this destination and answers the questions of those who aren’t familiar with it. I should also mention that my comments are personal and don’t reflect anyone else’s opinions. Since I don’t have any literary or photographic talent, I’ll stick to the facts and share a few details about the sights, hotels, and restaurants.
Preparations:
We chose this destination in December and quickly booked our flight tickets (540 € with Turkish Airlines) for a departure on February 16 and return on March 5, 2019. We then contacted two French-speaking tour operators based in Manila, asking them to put together an itinerary based on our wishes (places to visit, type of accommodation) and our budget. We wanted to see the rice terraces in northern Luzon, the hanging coffins in Sagada, before flying to the Visayas (Bohol, Siquijor, etc.), and the Taal Volcano, while limiting our nights in Manila as much as possible. In the end, we opted for Alize, whose itinerary and quote matched our request almost perfectly. Our exchanges helped us refine our circuit.
International flights:
The round-trip flights went smoothly. Turkish Airlines, while not at the level of Asian or Gulf airlines, does the job just fine.
Day 1:
We landed on time (6:15 PM) on Monday, February 16, at Terminal 3. We exchanged our euros (near the car rental counters), and I can confirm the exchange rate was very good. On the way to the St. Giles Hotel (decent and affordable for a transit night), we got our first glimpse of Manila’s dense traffic. The Makati district, where our hotel was located, offers a wide choice of restaurants, so we grabbed a quick bite to recover from the trip.
Day 2:
This day was dedicated to transferring to Banaue. Fortunately, we had a comfortable van and an excellent driver for this journey, which took all day (8 to 9 hours with stops). We got a taste of driving in the Philippines—and it’s terrifying. You wouldn’t want to drive on these roads. The first thing that struck us was the relatively good condition of the roads and the cleanliness (a change from other Southeast Asian countries). This impression lasted throughout our trip. Around 6 PM, we checked into our room at the Banaue Hotel (large, charm-free, but with a beautiful view of the rice terraces).
Day 3:
With the help of a local guide, we took a jeepney to Batad. And then—wow! The rice terraces form an amphitheater overlooking the small village. Under the sun, it’s simply spectacular and breathtaking! Even though we’re familiar with rice terraces (Sapa, Bali, Thailand, etc.), we were dazzled by so much beauty. We spent the day walking along the terrace walls. This place is timeless and fully deserves its UNESCO World Heritage status. However, we returned to the hotel exhausted (due to our ages and lack of exercise). We had dinner with our driver at the Las Vegas restaurant in the center of Banaue. The meal was decent, cheap, and the Filipino owner played the guitar to accompany our dinner.
Day 4:
Today, our driver took us to Sagada. The mountain road offered spectacular landscapes (about 1.5 to 2 hours). Along the way, we stopped in Bontoc to visit the small but interesting anthropological museum. It features old photos and various objects from the Ifugao tribes, as well as a reconstruction of primitive dwellings.
We then went on a short hike in Sagada with a very friendly local guide who explained the region’s funeral rites. The walk started at the communal cemetery before reaching “Echo Valley,” where we saw the first coffins hanging on the cliff. We continued to the “Underground River” and a small waterfall, ending our journey in the “Lumiang Cave” burial cave. All in all, this day was very interesting. On the way back, we made a few photo stops.
In the evening, on our driver’s recommendation, we ate at the “Bistro,” a French enclave in the center of Banaue (good pizza, roasted quail, homemade fries).
Day 5:
Today was a transfer day. To limit fatigue and nights in Manila, our tour operator arranged a flight from Clark to Tagbilaran (Bohol), saving us 2 to 3 hours of driving. But to catch our flight, we had to leave very early: 5:30 AM. Our kind driver dropped us off on time at the airport. To use it, we had to pay a 150 PHP tax per person. The Philippine Airlines flight (15 minutes) left early and was far from full. Upon arrival, we were taken to the Loboc River Hotel, on the banks of the river of the same name. A very charming lodge lost in a tropical garden. We stayed in a stilt cottage overlooking the river. We relaxed a bit in the lovely pool. This place is really great—the staff is charming, and the food is excellent for a reasonable price.
Day 6:
This day was dedicated to exploring Bohol. The program was classic, starting with the tarsier sanctuary. We saw a few specimens in a small garden, each pointed out by a staff member. It was both good and disappointing because the animals were in pseudo-freedom in a small enclosure. Then we went to the “Chocolate Hills” and climbed 240 steps to admire the panoramic view of the hills—but by 10 AM, it was crowded. On the way back, we stopped at the butterfly garden, which was uninteresting: tiny, with few butterflies. We consoled ourselves by photographing beautiful flowers. To please our teen, we stopped at the Loboc Eco Tourism Adventure Park and crossed the river lying down, suspended from a steel cable (300 PHP). Finally, we had the traditional lunch-cruise on the Loboc River. It was a factory-like experience, and the meal was unremarkable. The only good thing was the singer on each boat and the lush vegetation. Afterward, we visited colonial churches and the cathedral, remnants of the Spanish presence, before returning to the hotel for a well-deserved dip in the pool. Note that for those interested, there’s an arena near the hotel where cockfights are held every Sunday—something Filipinos are passionate (if not obsessed) about.
Day 8:
Very early departure for the port. We boarded a *banca* in search of dolphins. After about an hour of sailing, we were lucky enough to spot around a hundred dolphins. Our boat then headed to the small and charming island of Pamilacan. After a walk through the little village, we came across locals traditionally building a boat. They told us it takes about a month to finish their outrigger boat. Then we had to choose our snorkeling spot between the coral garden, the fish park, and the turtle enclosure. Note that a fee is charged for each spot: 150 PHP per place and per person. It felt a bit like we were being ripped off, especially since the spots weren’t amazing—we’d see much better on Apo for much less. We had lunch on the island at one of the many small eateries (350 PHP per person).
Days 9 and 10:
On our return, we were taken to the Bohol Sea Resort on Panglao Island, where we stayed for 2 nights. It’s a small, recent establishment in a quiet corner of the island. It’s relaxing—maybe a bit too much. It has a nice pool and access to Danao Beach, but the view is blocked by a flotilla of boats. We didn’t try their diving school. The meals were good. If we had to do it again, we’d skip this stop to spend more time in Negros.
Days 11 and 12:
We took a fast ferry (Ocean Jet) from Tagbilaran port to Dumaguete and were taken to the Thalatta Resort, about 20 km away near Zamboanguita. We stayed there for 2 nights. Let’s just say it was our favorite. It’s a small place facing Apo Island. The rooms are simple, and the pool, nestled in a magnificent tropical garden, is fantastic. The staff is friendly, and the meals are very good. The hotel has its own diving center (snorkeling gear provided) and its own boats. We booked the Apo Island excursion: 1,350 PHP per person, including lunch. It was incredible: magnificent corals, colorful fish, and turtles of all sizes. The crew was endlessly kind and didn’t hesitate to dive to guide us to the best spots. In short, a perfect day. This site is ranked among the top 5 diving spots in the Philippines.
Since we were lucky enough to be there on a Wednesday morning, we explored the surprising Malapay Market, a 10-minute walk from our hotel. You’ll find numerous stalls selling vegetables, fruits, live or dried fish, and handicrafts. Enclosures are set up for selling livestock (calves, zebu, pigs). There are also restaurants. We were lucky to see two pigs roasted traditionally on a spit. There are few Europeans, and the people are warm. A great moment.
We left this beautiful place with regret because we didn’t have time to visit the island or go swimming with whale sharks.
Days 12 to 15:
From Dumaguete port, we took a short crossing (1 hour with Ocean Jet) to Siquijor Island to reach the Coco Grove Beach Resort. A beautiful hotel nestled in a spacious tropical garden. Several restaurants and bars, 4 pools. Despite the size of the place, it remains intimate. You can snorkel (corals and fish) right in front of the beautiful beach. We stayed in a very pleasant duplex suite. For those interested, there’s a spa and a diving center. You can also take the Apo Island excursion (offered at 1,950 PHP).
We spent our days relaxing between the pool and the beach. In the evening, the sunsets over Negros and Apo were stunning.
We booked an island tour with a comfortable tricycle from the hotel (1,500 PHP). The circuit was classic and allowed us to go around the island. We discovered beaches, the famous 400-year-old ficus tree with its enormous roots, and its equally famous foot bath with its cleaning fish. Then we visited the St. Isidore Convent before heading to the Cambugahay waterfalls and their four pools. The setting is idyllic, and the water is surprisingly good—we had a lot of fun swimming. We had dinner at a restaurant overlooking the island, where you can see Apo, Cebu, and Negros. In the end, Siquijor turned out to be a real little tropical paradise.
Since the hotel restaurants were expensive, we dined at nearby establishments: Fuego (clean, good—excellent raw fish—and quiet), Chekesch (louder), and the very pleasant Baha Bar, which brews its own beer and offers more refined cuisine.
Days 15 to 16:
We left at dawn to return to Dumaguete and its airport by ferry. We had breakfast at the Coco Grande Hotel, an annex of the previous one. The Philippine Airlines flight went smoothly. A driver took us to the town of Taal. We stayed at Paradores Del Castillo, right in the heart of the old town. It’s a charming old house with only 6 rooms. The various rooms are decorated with antiques—a real little museum. The garden is pleasant and opens onto the town.
It’s an old early 19th-century house converted into a hotel, beautifully arranged with 6 rooms in the heart of the city. The restaurant in the garden is very pleasant and offers a panoramic view.
We visited an old Spanish house before heading to the beautiful Basilica of St. Martin of Tours, one of the most beautiful religious buildings in the Philippines. A mass was in progress, allowing us to gauge the Filipinos’ fervor before we could visit. When we left, it was dark, and we could admire the illuminated building. We ended our evening by exploring the night market with its many fruit and skewer stalls. A nice surprise.
In the morning, we were taken to the shores of Taal Lake, an ancient caldera where a second volcano has formed in the middle of the lake, which in turn contains another lake. We boarded a *banca* to reach the island in the middle of the lake. This was followed by an uphill walk, made difficult by the high temperature (36°C) and the dust on the path. The dust was worsened by the many horses carrying (or bringing back) the less courageous. To illustrate the difficulty of the climb, the trail is marked by the Stations of the Cross and its 14 stations. We were panting while our guide trotted far ahead. Our effort was rewarded when we reached the summit and its viewpoints over the inner lake and the surroundings. The wisps of smoke seen here and there confirmed we were on an active volcano. Inside the lake, there are supposedly 45 small volcanoes, one of which emerged during its last eruption in 1911.
On the way back, we had lunch by the lake before returning to Manila and the Bayleaf Hotel, whose main merit is its location in the Intramuros district. In the late afternoon, we walked along the walls of the old city.
We had dinner on the hotel’s panoramic terrace overlooking the city and the bay.
Day 17:
Last day! Our tour operator joined us for a tour of the Intramuros district. He enriched the visit with comments on the history, geopolitics, and economy of the Philippines. We visited the Manila Cathedral, destroyed 7 times in the past (6 earthquakes and the 1945 bombing). It’s beautiful, and its stained glass is magnificent. We couldn’t enter the San Agustin Church, the oldest Catholic building in Manila. We passed by the memorial to the Battle of Manila, which claimed over 100,000 lives. We visited the area around Casa Manila, which was closed on Monday, and had a drink at Barbara’s cabaret, located in a historic house. A very enriching morning.
Then we went to the Mall of Asia, the world’s largest shopping mall, to buy some souvenirs (Kultura store) before being taken to the airport. We exchanged our last pesos at the buying rate right after check-in.
The return flight went smoothly. We regretted not being able to use the facilities of Istanbul’s new airport, as its opening was delayed by another month.
Finances:
In the end, we spent 1,640 € for the international flights, 4,200 € for the stay (hotels, visits, various transports) with the agency (whose professionalism we can only praise), and about 700 € for meals, tips, and souvenirs.
Summary:
Luckily, we had beautiful weather throughout our stay, with temperatures between 26 and 35°C. Discovering the Philippines was a wonderful experience. The diversity of the landscapes, the kindness of the Filipinos, the cleanliness, and the truly delicious fruits (especially pineapples and mangoes). We were never harassed, unlike in many touristy countries. On the other hand, the food, though generally cheap, wasn’t exceptional.
Since this country is so vast, we might return in the near future.
Though I’m not a specialist on this destination, I’m happy to answer your questions based on my experience.
So, my flight tickets have just been booked for a trip to Cambodia from November 4th to 27th, 2025.
I’ll be traveling solo and want to explore this amazing country while getting a bit off the beaten path.
I’m arriving in Phnom Penh and also departing from Phnom Penh.
My goal is to travel as much as possible by bus and scooter.
What itinerary would you recommend?
What are the must-do things?
I’m open to all tips and info.
Thanks in advance for your help and responses.
We got back enchanted from a 6-week trip to Cambodia!
Our itinerary: Kampot - Kampong Chhnang - Battambang - Siem Reap - Kampong Cham - Sen Monorom (Mondulkiri) - Banlung (Ratanakiri) - Kratie - Kampong Thom - Phnom Penh.
We traveled by bus, minivan, boat (between Battambang and Siem Reap), overnight bus, scooter, tuk-tuk, and rickshaw for shorter distances. We stayed in guesthouses, homestays, and even in the jungle during a trek.
While the Angkor temples are fabulous, it’s the people you should visit Cambodia for—the "Land of Smiles" truly lives up to its nickname! Tourists gather in Angkor but are quite rare elsewhere, even though the country is easy to travel around.
I won’t describe our trip in detail but instead highlight a few favorite moments.
From Kampot, don’t hesitate to head out around 6 AM to see the fishermen return and their wives selling their catch (just 10 minutes away by the coast). Guaranteed picturesque!
In Battambang, known for its food scene, we discovered a cooking class with Smokin’ Pot (authentic Khmer cooking class). They pick you up from your guesthouse to shop for ingredients (we made fish amok and beef lok lak) at their village market, then cook and eat together. A private class—just the two of us! They also send the recipes via WhatsApp as a PDF. +855 12 821 400
In Siem Reap, I can recommend a francophone tuk-tuk driver who was very attentive to our wishes. We visited tourist spots but also more remote villages and local grilled-pork restaurants with him. He’s a wealth of information about local life, and chatting with him was a real pleasure—we left with regret! You can reach him on WhatsApp: Vung Hem, +855 96 614 0146.
We did a 2-day, 1-night trek in Mondulkiri. Don’t expect a super dense jungle—it looks more like a forest similar to ours. But Nara, our Bunong ethnic guide, made the experience adventurous and ultimately very immersive! WhatsApp +855 86 630 489
Bee Bee’s Chalets homestay: If you pass through Banlung in Ratanakiri, we *loved* this family and their budget-friendly bungalows. Playing Uno, enjoying Nita’s cooking (ask for her fish amok—amazing!), it was a true homestay experience! Contact Nita on WhatsApp: +855 88 818 5525.
In Kratie, rent a scooter and follow the Mekong north for 40 km at your own pace. Being so close to the locals was a treat! Same goes for heading south if you have time.
Kampong Thom: Head 25 km out to visit the pre-Angkorian temples of Sambor Prei Kuk. Around a hundred monuments spread across three sites… and hardly anyone there!
A few practical tips:
Though prices are often listed in dollars, you can always pay in riels (1 USD = 4000 riels), which is what we preferred.
PassApp: An app to book tuk-tuks or rickshaws (and most importantly, know the price upfront).
Virak Buntham: A bus company connecting several cities, bookable online.
Feel free to ask me questions about places, accommodations, etc.—I’d be happy to answer!
We’re planning our second trip to Thailand (2 weeks on-site, late April/early May) as a family with our 5- and 7-year-olds.
On our first trip, we visited Bangkok, Ayutthaya, the River Kwai, Koh Lipe, Koh Phi Phi, and Khao Lak. We especially loved Koh Phi Phi for its limestone cliffs and lush vegetation, as well as Koh Lipe for its crystal-clear waters and snorkeling.
This time, I’m thinking of spending 7 days on the islands. I was considering Koh Tao and Koh Phangan. We’d like some scenery, snorkeling right from the beach, and a bit of atmosphere—but not too much (just enough to grab dinner in the evening).
For the other part of the trip, we’re torn between Chiang Mai and Khao Sok. One or the other… or both? We don’t want to rush, but we’re really nature-focused, so we won’t be hitting too many temples…
Hi there, I’ll be on vacation in Malaysia in November and plan to spend 5 days in Penang. After that, I’d like to visit some temples and places in Butterworth or nearby, and also explore the city. Since I usually get around on foot, which neighborhood would be best for me—meaning within a 30-minute walk of attractions, street food stalls, bus lines, etc.? Thanks in advance for your help!
Françoise
