bj,
je pars du 9 fevrier au 28 mars.
j'aimerais faire 25 jours en thailand, 1-2 semaine o laos puis retour en thailand.
comment aller de bangkok au laos?peut on y aller en train ou en bus avec un agence.
je vais souvent bangkok et je sais qu'il y a des agences qui font le transport en bus.est se que c possiblible en passant par se style d;agence?
aussi j'aimerais bien aller a luang prabang.comment y aller sachant que je suis avec une petite fille de moins de 2 ans? y a il des bus ou train?si y a des bus sont il un minimum confortable sinon bebe va s'ennerver?
meci
Jusqu'a Chiang Mai en avion ou train puis remonter en bus à Chiang Rai (que tu peux aussi atteindre directement en avion aussi à prix très interessant) et ensuite rejoindre Luang Prabang par le fleuve. Apres le retour Laos/Bkk se fera soit par avion (visa run 30 jours) ou par frontiere terrestre (visa run de 15 jours seulement).
Le choix du mode de transport sera en fonction du budget ou du temps disponible sachant que l'avion est un poil plus cher seulement que le train ou le bus....
"Dans vos phrases, n'utilisez qu'un sujet, un verbe, un complément d"objet direct ; Quand vous aurez besoin d'un adjectif, venez me trouver." (Georges Clemenceau)
Bonsoir,
nous avons fait en février 2007 le trajet Vientiane-Luang Prabang en bus, et le trajet Bangkok-Laos (Nong Kaï) en train de nuit.
Concernant le train, je pense que c'est tout à fait faisable avec un enfant en bas âge, le train étant plutôt confortable et le personnel très serviable. Par contre, le bus Vientiane-Luang Prabang avec un bébé, je crains que ça ne soit un peu dur aussi bien pour lui que pour toi. Le voyage dure environ 9h00 dans le meilleur des cas, et le confort, même dans les bus "Haut de gamme" pour touristes, est très relatif : bus bondé, climatisation à fond, bruit, etc, etc... Toutes choses parfaitement supportables pour des adultes, mais pour un très jeune enfant, ça craint un peu. J'ai trois petits enfants de 3 et 5 ans et franchement je ne le ferais pas avec eux.
Pour info, nous avons payé en 2007, 13 USD par personne pour le bus, et 28 USD par personne pour le train couchette.
Tu devrais te renseigner sur le prix d'un vol BKK-Luan Prabang, ça vaut peut être le coup, et surtout ça t'épargnerais beaucoup de fatigue, à mon avis.
Ceci dit, nous avons beaucoup aimé ces 2 modes de transport, parce qu'ils nous ont permis de voir des lieux et des paysages que nous n'aurions pas vu en avion.
Bon voyage à toi et ta petite puce.
Usez de votre liberté pour promouvoir la notre (Aung San Suu Kyi)
quelqu'un connais t-il les prix bangkok laos en avion ?ou chiang mai- laos?
merci pour vos conseils
a la basse je ne voulais pas prendre l'avion car on est 3 un bb et 2 adultes mais si y pas grande difference pourquoi pas.
bonjour, je connais tres bien la thailand, j'y ai meme vécus 1 année.je me suis rendu 1 fois dans la capitale du laos au depart de bangkok par bus, un seul mot, HORRIBLE souvenirs, plus de 12heures de trajet sur des routes pas toujours sécurisé, le bus ramasse des passagers tout au long du trajet et je te promet ca a fini avec des enfants allonger sur le tableau de bord et dans les coffres.sois la clim fonctionne a peu pres bien, sois pas du tout, sois elle te gélera sur place.si tu as pas de place assise tu feras ton voyage debout comme beaucoup.meme avec les compagnie privée il faut se méfiait, l'argent cet de l'argent et tout est bon pour en gagner, tu partiras comme prevus avec 50passagers de ton hotel et arriveras a 100 personnes au laos.pour les trains il parrait qu'ils sont sympa mais faut prendre avec couchette et y mettre le prix, un conseil qd meme, si tu amene un guide avec toi, assure toi qu'il soit thai car dans le train il y a des controles sur l'immigration et si tu voyage avec un clandestin tu auras des problemes.Le mieux personnelement cet un vol interieur, tu gagneras bcp plus de temps pour tes loisirs, prix correct, sécurisant, rapide.avec le bus tu passeras aller retour plus de 2 jours sur la route avec la chaleur, les arrets, et autant de temps pour recuperer ton manque de sommeil car il faut etrethai pour pouvoir dormir dans un bus, ne te fis pas aux belles photos sur les publicités des bus, souvent fausse.AU laos tu pourras echanger ta monnaie thai, il n'y a que des billets la-bas donc de tres grosse liasse, pas de pieces de monnaie, la conduite est comme en france, a droite.personnelement j'ai pas trop aimer le laos et j'aurais du visiter divers lieu de la thailand, exempl: le nord, CHANG-MAI, paysage montagneux, vert, et d'une culture differente, bcp de chose a voir.Au sud est tu as PATTAYA, 2h00 maxi en bus de bangkok, je te rassure il n'y a pas que le tourisme sexuel la-bas.Apres sinon tu vas tout a fait au sud vers les iles comme phuket, un peu plus chere, tres beau, mais style st tropez thai.POUR LE NORD ET SUD il te faut prendre l'avion ou le train, voila mon avis.tres bon voyage, je t'envis bcp, si tu veux d'autres renseignements contact moi sur msn: sawade@hotmail.fr, a bientot peut etre hervé
Moi je ferai Bkk => Udon Thani en avion, Nok Air ou Air Asia => 50 km en bus, Nong Khai => Vientiane par le pont de l'amitié => Luang Prabang avec Lao Air, 45 min. de vol.
A+
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.
quelqu'un connais t-il les prix bangkok laos en avion ?ou chiang mai- laos?
De Bangkok et si tu achètes tes billets à bangkok ca te coutera env 80eur TTC (vol Lao Airline)
Après pas de soucie tu obtiens ton visa en échange de 30$ de mémoire à l'aéroport : c'est pas un grand aéroport et il n'y a pas des milliers vols donc pas de queues ! L'aéroport ressemble un peu celui de pierrefond ou gillot (il y a 15ans) ...
Je te fais un copier coller d'une précédente réponse sur l'endroit où se trouve les bureaux (pour acheter tes billets) à Bangkok . De facon générale tu peux acheter tes billets la veille (voir le matin pour le vol du soir)
A Bangkok Lao airline se trouve sur l'avenue Silom Road.
Quand la gare centrale est derrière toi le batiment se trouve sur ta droite il s'appelle : Silom Plaza (peu connu des chauffeurs de taxi) mais tu peux t'arreter et demander au gens du coin ! Il se trouve disons à 1km de l'hotel Holiday hinn de Silom Road (et du même coté que l'hotel).
Apres pour Thai airways et bien tu vas dans n'importe quelle agence Thai airways de BKK il y en a pleins (aéroport compris) !
Au Laos à Vientiane : Lao Airline se trouve dans une rue perpendiculaire aux quaies : La rue s'appelle Pang Kham ... cette rue est quasiment en face du célèbre loueur de moto PVO(sur les quaies)
aussi j'aimerais bien aller a luang prabang.comment y aller sachant que je suis avec une petite fille de moins de 2 ans?
L'avion sans hésiter !
Je t'ai indiqué les bureaux de Lao Airline en haut ...
Pour les prix c'est pas très cher, tu peux payer en visa les billets ... Ya souvent des promotions (genre une place acheté une place offerte ...)
Surtout si tu as des questions sur Laos ou autre n'hésite pas à me contacter en mp .
Je vois que beaucoup de gens te conseille l'avion, mais je ne pense pas que cela soit le sujet de ta question. Bus ou train.
Le train est moins fatiguant et pas forcément moins cher (16 euros en 2° classe pour le train de 20h00) que le bus, mais il faudra te débrouiller ensuite pour aller au poste frontière. J'ai pris le bus et tout cela s'est très bien déroulé, contrairement au post précédent, mais effectivement ce sont des voyages fatiguant. L'avantage en bus est que tu es pris en charge jusqu'a Vientiane. Avec 2 enfants je choisirai de préférence le train.
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Hi everyone,
I’m looking for addresses for guesthouses or, even better, houseboats or rafting houses on the River Kwai, between Kanchanaburi and Sangkhlaburi, to spend a few weeks contemplating this beautiful river.
Thanks for your suggestions!
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Hi there,
we’re currently in Mai Chau and tomorrow we’re hitting the road back to Hanoi to head up toward Bac Ha and Sapa.
We haven’t really had a set plan since we arrived—we’ve already done the Halong Bay on land and by sea.
I’ve got 2 free days before heading to Bac Ha and Sapa.
Any tips?
Thanks, and looking forward to hearing from you.
Hi fellow travelers,
First trip to Vietnam.
We’ll be arriving in Ho Chi Minh City during Tet.
Is it complicated to find accommodation and get around during this period?
Any tips would be welcome.
Thanks for your replies.
Silly question—backpack or hard-shell suitcase for the Sepilok, Kinabatangan, Tioman, KL trip?
I’m struggling to fit all my son’s and my stuff into the 70L backpack... and I’m thinking a suitcase would be easier, but I’m not sure if it’ll work for getting around.
Hi there,
I didn’t plan to return to Thailand this year, but my health conditions mean it’ll be the best place for me to stay between two trips to India. The tourism setup there is so well-organized that it’s the most "comfortable" country for a short visit. Thailand feels too sanitized for my taste, and there’s too much religion, Buddha, and the King, but it’s still the best option given how my health has been evolving. I’d considered two weeks in ThaTon for hiking, but I got too sick from the burn-offs during my trips to the mountains around Chiang Rai. So I’m not sure where to go this year. Definitely not the sea, touristy spots, or the mountains with burn-offs...
Hello.
In 1996, we crossed Vietnam from Saigon to Hanoi by motorbike—Minsk bikes we bought in Saigon. I haven’t been back since, and it seems like a lot has changed.
- We’re heading to the south (well, the north and center) with the family in July-August (3 people).
- Is the road network more developed now? Back then, there was only National Route 1 from south to north. I’m thinking of renting a car this time (no motorbike with the family—though in ’96, they had a Jawa sidecar for sale, and we hesitated… maybe it’s for the best).
- Is Halong Bay really something to avoid because of overtourism? Even back then, it was pretty crowded. Is there a less touristy alternative?
- We’ll be traveling from Hanoi down to Danang (the only city we didn’t stop in back in ’96). Even though it’s a bit overhyped in a Chinese-tourist kind of way (from what I’ve read), we’re only going for the beach—pure relaxation for 7 days. The beaches are stunning, and I know the South China Sea is warm like coffee.
- Then, we’ll visit Hoi An, where I stopped in ’96. It was already popular with backpackers back then, but no glowing boats or all the touristy fuss!
- After that, Hue, where I have great memories—it’s a beautiful city.
- And also the nature around Ninh Binh, followed by 2-3 days in Hanoi.
That’s the plan. I’d love to hear any tips to avoid mass tourism, and if anyone’s done this before:
- Is it possible to rent a car in Danang and drop it off in Hanoi?
Hey everyone,
I’m over in East Borneo in mid-July.
I’m struggling to wrap up the end of my itinerary, even though it’s pretty straightforward (long but simple).
Last year, we did Malaysia (KL and the mainland + around Kuching).
Day 1 – Arrive in Kota Kinabalu early, stroll around town and hit the must-sees.
Day 2 – Excursion to Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, snorkeling at 3 islands.
Day 3 – Hike around Mount Kinabalu without summiting (450 per person, no way).
Day 4 – Poring Hot Springs + evening flight to Sandakan.
Day 5-6-7 – Kinabatangan River (still looking for the right guide).
Day 8 – Sepilok for the orangutans, the Sun Bear Centre, and Rainforest Discovery Centre.
Day 9 – Selingan, turtle island.
Day 10 – Head to Semporna.
Day 11-12-13-14 – Sipadan, Mabul, Kapalai.
Day 15 – Bohey Dulang.
Day 16 to Day 25: I’M STUCK.
I looked into Danum Valley, but for 3 days/2 nights, they’re quoting 650 € per person—come on, that’s ridiculous.
I checked out a detour into Indonesia (still East Borneo), but I’m having trouble deciding what would be amazing.
I read about Sangalaki + Kakaban (2 islands, 1 base) / Mahakam Delta - Kutai (orangutans and river) / Sungai Boh (Dayak Kayan) – jungle & culture.
But honestly, I’m struggling to finalize this itinerary.
If we venture that way, we’d head back to KK from Balikpapan.
For a 4-month stay in Egypt, I had ENORMOUS problems. The regulations are very bureaucratic and extremely nitpicky there. For a 4-month stay in the Philippines, I was wondering if the procedures are just as complicated? I’m bringing my cell phone with an eSIM. Should I choose a plan from Canada for use in the Philippines, or should I get a plan only once I arrive? After 30 days, do I renew with the Canadian provider I chose before leaving, or do I switch to a local company? Do I need to register my phone with the authorities in the Philippines? (That was the case in Egypt.) For the 3rd and 4th months, will it be just as simple—renewing with a Canadian or local provider—or should I expect problems?
Hello,
I’ll be in Malaysia with my wife, mainly in Langkawi and Penang for Christmas and New Year’s at the end of 2026.
If you’ve had the experience—and since I’ve read (though it’s not very clear) that these two islands get quite crowded during this period—would you recommend booking accommodation well in advance, or is it easy to find something on the spot?
Hotels or Airbnb?
Do you have any great tips for accommodation or any practical info to share?
We’ll be staying 5 to 7 days on each island.
Thanks in advance for your replies
Hi there. To make the most of Lake Toba, is it better to find accommodation on the lake’s shores (which one?) or on Samosir Island? Thanks for your tips!
Hi there,
We’re heading to Vietnam as a family on July 8th for a little over 3 weeks (north and center). We’ve only booked the first 3 nights in Hanoi, and nothing else after that. We like to decide things on the spot and go with the flow, without rushing everywhere. But I’m still a bit unsure: when heading down to the center (Hue), is it better to book the overnight trains in advance? We don’t want to take any flights while we’re there—just use the overnight train for the long trips. But I’m worried we won’t get seats if we buy the tickets on the spot, say, 2 days before. What do the experts here think? And which website can we use to book the tickets? Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hi everyone!
I’m heading back to Thailand in July 2026 with a stopover in Cambodia to visit the Angkor site.
After Angkor, I’ve booked a stay on Ko Chang island. Does anyone know if there are direct transport options from Cambodia to Ko Chang without having to go back through Bangkok? That would be amazing!!
I think there are, but I’d need more details!!
I went to Thailand in February 2025 and don’t remember having to apply for a visa—is that still the case now? And for Cambodia too?
Thanks so much!!!
Laurence from Bayonne
I’d love to get some feedback on our itinerary—it’s probably pretty basic! This is our second trip to Asia and our first to Indonesia. We have three kids aged 20, 18, and 12. We land in Jakarta at 4 PM, spend 3 nights/2 days there, then take the train to Yogyakarta for 3 nights/2 days, followed by the train to Surabaya for 2 nights/1 day, then the train to Bromo for 1 day/1 night, a private driver to Ijen for 2 nights/2 days, then on to Bali (Ubud) for 4 nights/3 days, followed by Gili Air for 3 nights/2 days, Senggigi (Lombok) for 2 nights, and finally 5 nights in Kuta. I’m considering cutting the 2 nights in Senggigi to just keep Kuta and extend it to 7 nights. In Lombok, I’m not sure how to get around since I’m not comfortable with scooters... Your thoughts on all of this, and any advice, are more than welcome—don’t hesitate!
For those wondering why cities like Jakarta and Surabaya: we don’t often get the chance to visit big Asian cities, so we wanted to include that discovery in our trip. The trains between Jakarta and Yogyakarta, Surabaya and Probolinggo are booked. The return flight from Lombok to Jakarta is also set. Accommodations are booked but flexible (same for the trains).
Hi,
After our trip to China, we want to spend a week in the Philippines for some beach time and snorkeling.
We're looking for the best spot to settle in—nice beaches, great marine life, and short transfer times.
Thanks for your suggestions!
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Our routes are Sukhothai-Lampang, Lampang-Chom Thong, and Chom Thong-Chiang Mai.
My searches on Google Maps, 12Go, and others haven’t turned up much...
For our Bangkok-Sukhothai trips, I use a company I’ve already tried, but they don’t have a fleet available from Sukhothai and have to go through third-party companies—which, understandably, take their commission. This nearly doubles the prices...
There are four of us, and we’re not traveling light, so a minibus isn’t an option. ;-)
Hello,
While traveling in Thailand, I’m looking for a Buddhist kumlai reed bracelet.
Does anyone know where I can find one?
In Bangkok, I visited a few temples but didn’t see any in the nearby shops.
If you have any ideas, I’d love to hear them! Have a great day! :-)
My trip’s coming up, and I’m having a bit of trouble with three bus/minivan routes. Usually, I find everything at this time of year, but this time—yikes!
Sandakan → Sepilok:
No app for this one—you just hop on bus #14 at the local terminal (pay cash on board). But where do I catch it, and where’s the stop??
Sandakan → Semporna:
From what I’ve heard, it’s the Sida Express company (great name, right? 😄).
Can’t book online, but apparently, you *have* to because there’s only one bus at 8 AM.
Where do I board, and where does it drop me off?
Semporna → Tawau:
Found this via AI—is it legit?
No online booking, as far as I can tell.
Minivans leave from a stop in the Jalan Hospital area, near the Milimewa supermarket, supposedly????
And when you arrive, does it drop you at **Sabindo Square** in Tawau?????
Hi there,
we’ll be in Mai Chau in June and we’re thinking of heading to Sapa, but first spending a few days in Bac Ha to do some hiking and explore the area.
Is this a good idea for those who’ve been there?
How do you get there?
Thanks for your feedback.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hi everyone. As I’m planning my trip for next winter, I’m looking for hotel suggestions in Camotes, Bantayan, Malapascua, Bohol, and Siquijor. The ones I had in mind seem to be fully booked (unless it’s too early?). For those familiar with the area, is it easy to find accommodations on the spot in January/February? I’m specifically looking for hotels with a pool, beachfront, air conditioning, and easy scooter rental nearby. Thanks for your tips!
Hi there,
I’m planning an itinerary and would love some feedback on whether it’s doable and if the number of days per destination is enough—or too much. I was also debating whether to add an extra night on an island or spend an extra night in Kampot to visit Kep or Battambang.
March 23: Arrival in Phnom Penh in the morning
March 24: Phnom Penh
March 25: Phnom Penh
March 26: Depart for Kampot
March 27: Kampot
March 28: Depart for Battambang
March 29: Battambang
March 30: Tonlé SAP to Siem Reap
March 31: Siem Reap
April 1: Siem Reap
April 2: Siem Reap
April 3: Siem Reap
April 4: Siem Reap
April 5: Departure
Hi there,
Yesterday in the Thailand section, 100% of the new threads were just about beach destinations 😕...
So here’s the counterattack in the form of this photo thread, dedicated solely to the countryside: the locals, their livestock, fields, farms, rice paddies, small rivers, and agricultural machinery. If you’ve got any pictures that fit these categories, feel free to add them!
Comments welcome.
For each photo, I’ll (or you can) indicate the area where it was taken.
Hope you're all doing well! It's been a while since I last traveled, but I'm finally heading out again soon!
For those familiar with SOUTHEAST ASIA, I'm planning to leave in mid-June (with the trip ending at the latest in November), and I don’t have a precise idea of exact places or itineraries yet. The thing is, this period is usually the rainy season...
Any advice? I was thinking of Malaysia or Indonesia, like Sulawesi, for example (all countries and islands in Southeast Asia interest me except Bali).
Any recommendations? I’m doing my research online, but if anyone here has the time and knowledge, I’d love to hear from you.
My partner and I are planning a trip to Indonesia in September-October 2026. It’ll be our first time in Asia, and we’re thinking of hitting the classic spots in East Java and Bali, then wrapping up with a cruise around Komodo for some snorkeling/diving. Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary—I’m wondering if it’s doable.
20/09: Flight from Jakarta to Yogyakarta, arrive around noon, afternoon/evening and overnight in Yogyakarta.
21/09: Borobudur
22/09: Prambanan
23/09: Travel to Bromo (Cemoro Lawang)
24/09: Bromo
25/09: Kawa Ijen
26/09: Travel to Bali, overnight in Pemuteran
27/09: Excursion to Pulau Melujan, overnight in Pemuteran
28/09: Travel to Munduk, overnight in Munduk
29/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk
30/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk
01/10: Route to Ubud (via Pura Ulu Danau Bratan, Jatiluwih?), overnight in Ubud
02/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud
03/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud
04/10: Travel to Denpasar, flight to Labuan Bajo, overnight in Labuan Bajo
05/10: Komodo cruise
06/10: Komodo cruise
07/10: Komodo cruise, flight to Denpasar in the late afternoon/evening or overnight in Labuan Bajo.
08/10: Flight to Denpasar (if not taken the day before), afternoon in Jimbaran, overnight near Denpasar
09/10: 10:00 AM flight Denpasar - SIN, overnight in Singapore
10/10: Flight SIN-YQB
Hi everyone,
My girlfriend and I booked our tickets with Saudia Airlines for a trip to Thailand this summer, from July 5th to August 3rd. Given the geopolitical situation in the Middle East, we’re keeping a close eye on the news.
I was wondering if anyone here is in the same situation as us?
• Have you heard anything about possible mass cancellations or if the airline is still maintaining its routes to Asia?
• Are there any travelers who’ve recently returned who could tell us if air corridors have been changed (longer flight times)?
The idea is to know what to expect so we can prepare as best as possible. Thanks for your replies! !
Thanks for all your contributions on the forum—they’ve really helped me plan my trip. There are four of us friends heading to Sulawesi for 20 days. Based on all your advice, I’ve put together the following itinerary:
July 30: Makassar – sightseeing
July 31: Makassar – sightseeing + overnight bus to Rantepao
August 1–7: Tana Toraja with a guide
August 7: Tana Toraja to Tentena + visit Tentena
August 8: Early departure with a private driver to Ampana, then ferry to the Togian Islands
August 9–15: Togian Islands (2 different resorts)
August 15: Depart Togian Islands for Luwuk
August 16: Flight Luwuk to Makassar
August 17: Rammang Rammang
August 18: Stroll in Makassar, then return home
Overall, what do you think?
I also have a question about the connection between Tentena and the Togian Islands: Is it doable to leave early in the morning as planned and still be sure not to miss the ferry?
Hi everyone,
I’m currently working on a 30-day itinerary for May/June 2027.
10 days in eastern Java (Malang, Bromo, waterfalls, Meru Beriti Park, Banyuwangi, and Ijen), a short transit in Ubud for a few days, then Flores before heading back to Jakarta.
We’ll spend 15 days in Flores (the classic route: Moni, Bajawa, Riung, Ruteng, ending in Labuan Bajo).
I’d love some firsthand feedback on flights to Maumere or Ende from Bali Denpasar. I know there are no direct routes and that you have to connect through Labuan Bajo or Timor (I think), which isn’t an issue in itself.
But I’ve read here and there that flights to these destinations can be delayed—or worse, canceled—and that it’s better to fly in and out of Labuan Bajo, which isn’t exactly ideal...
Thanks for any tips or experiences you can share!
