Ceci est un appel à ceux qui ont une expérience de l'un ou plusieurs des pays cités en titre.😮
Pour la petite histoire...
Ca y est je me lance...😛
En octobre (tout le mois) je pars en Inde avec mon Centre Bouddhiste (kagyu pa). Au programme, tour des sites Bouddhistes de l'Inde du Nord, crochet par le Népal et fin du voyage de quelques jours à Dharamsalah😇.
Jusque là, pas de pb, tout est organisé.
Le truc c'est que comme j'ai rien qui m'attend en France (ni en Belgique) et comme j'ai un peu de fric en poche, j'ai décidé de prolonger mon voyage. Mon projet est de faire un peu de tourisme, une peu d'humanitaire, quelques photos et de passer dans quelques temples bouddhistes.🙂
J'ajoute que dans mon périple, je ne compte pas prendre l'avion (sauf pour le retour à Bruxelles), je trouve qu'il est dommage de se priver de la route, au moins en train, histoire de voir le paysage. Les nuages bien ce sont les nuages hein.
Je prévois de voyager sept mois, tant qu'à faire, vu le coût de la vie sur place et ma liberté, autant en profiter😛.
Le périple est décrit plus bas.
Pour le moment je lis beaucoup de choses, mais c'est pas évident à synthétiser toutes ces informations, sutout vu le nombre important des destinations🤪.
Mes questions sont les suivantes :
Que me conseillez vous de voir (par destination) selon votre expérience. Les durées que j'ai estimé sont elles à votre avis sur ou sous évaluées (oui je sais ça dépend de ce qu'on veut y faire). Dois je prendre mes différents visas sur place ou à l'avance ? Je suis prenneur d'adresses de guest house (je ne compte pas faire les 5*). Je fais ce voyage en routard. Un logement chez l'habitant ça peut l'faire aussi 🙂 Si vous avez des infos sur les temples/centres bouddhistes de ces pays et la possibilité d'y séjourner quelques jours pour méditer, je prends aussi. Je voyage seul, mais je ne suis pas contre un ou une partenaire de voyage pour partager un morceau de la route, si vous être dans le coin à un moment ou avez une même destination (pour ça je suggére un contact en privé).J'ai aussi mis quelques questions dans l'inventaire des destinations qui sont spécifiques à une problématique que j'ai à ce moment précis. Enfin si vous avez quelques mises en garde🤪, je prends aussi (c'est mon premier travel trip en Asie).
* Inde (de fin octobre à mi décembre, soit environ 50 jours de rab) : Tour de l'Inde en partant de la côte ouest et en remontant jusqu'à Calcutta. Là je ferais un saut dans un dispensaire, histoire de faire un peu d'humanitaire. Idem à Pondicherry d'ailleurs.
* Myanmar (de mi décembre à fin décembre, 2 semaines) : Là j'ai une question liée au transport. Comment me conseillez vous de rallier Calcutta à une ville du Myanmar par le train ?
Je me demande est ce que 2 semaines c'est pas un peu long ?
* Thailande (de fin décembre à mi-janvier, 3 semaines).
* Cambodge (De mi-janvier à début février, 3 semaines). Là je compte aussi faire un peu d'humanitaire, donc si z'avez des pistes.
J'ai lu beaucoup d'avis différents sur le Cambodge, de l'enthousiasme le plus total à la plus grande déception. Aussi je suis perplexe...
* Vietnam (de début février à fin février, 3 semaines). Idem pour l'humanitaire ici.
* Laos (de fin février à mi-mars, 2 semaines). Est ce que deux semaines est une durée cohérente pour le Laos ?
* Népal (de mi-mars à début avril, 4 semaines). Comment rallier le Laos avec le Népal par le train ?
Là je vais faire aussi de l'humanitaire deux ou trois semaines. J'ai toutes mes infos pour le logement sinon car j'ai des contacts perso sur place. Idem pour les temples bouddhistes.
* Inde (une petite semaines de rab pour rejoindre Delhi).
J'ai une question liée au visa. L'Inde délivre un visa de 6 mois valable à partir de sa date d'émission et non renouvellable à ce que j'ai lu. Mon pb est que mon trip lui dure 7 mois au total. Donc à mon retour (du Népal à l'Inde) mon visa n'est plus valable.
A ce moment dois je faire une demande de visa du Népal pour rentrer en Inde et prendre mon avion à Delhi ? Ma question peut paraître stupide mais bon, c'est mon premier voyage de ce genre.
* Bruxelles (prévu mi-avril) puis direct Paris : Recherche job 😮dans les RH, l'orientation (bilan de compétences, outplacement) ou l'insertion + studio... On sait jamais 😉
Une remarque : Au départ je comptais aussi faire le Tibet et la Mongolie (j'en rêvais😕), mais j'ai rennoncé (non sans nostalgie🙁) car ça faisait apparemment un détour important et un surcoût non négligeable. Je me suis dis "bah, 7 mois et 7 pays, c'est pas si mal pour ton premier grand voyage à 34 ans (chiffre 7😛 😏).
Voilà... J'ai peu de temps pour préparer ce voyage malheureusement😕, alors tout vos conseils sont les bienvenus.😉
Merci d'avance.🙂
Ben.
On laisse la place à tout lorsqu'on ne s'agrippe à rien
Bonjour,
Je ne pense pas que 2 semaines soit "trop long", pour le Myanmar, surtout que les trajets prennent du temps lorsqu'on ne prend pas l'avion. Il n'est pas rare de passer la journée dans un bus, ou 24 heures dans un train.
Petit suggestion : en parcourant un peu les blogs et les articles bons plans postés ici, tu trouveras déjà beaucoup de réponses à tes questions. Par ailleurs, si tu souhaites une réponse précise, ton titre doit comporter une indication précise qui insitera celui qui connait la réponse à ouvrir ta question. Par exemple pour le trajet en train de Calcutta vers le Myanmar.
Bonne recherche.
Véro
pour quelqu'un qui est libre, , , , , tu est bien organiser 🤪, , tu verras que ton plan tu n'arriveras pas a le suivre, , car l'asie n'est l'europe, , et la place a l'imprevue doit exister, , 7 mois ?? peut, , 7 ans peut, , 77, , ok
je suis parti avec un contrat de 1 an, , , , , je suis revenu comme touriste en Europe après 20 ans, , quant l'asie t'attrape elle ne te lâche pas si facilement, , pour ce qui est des avions, , , , ne crois pas que c'est plus cher, , , souvent c'est la cas inverse, ,
en plus le passage inde birmanie, , se fait en avion, ,
comme tu est brancher bouddhisme, , , pas besoin de guest, , tu peut séjourner dans les temples, , sans problème, , si tu est seul, , puis dans les temples on apprend beaucoup plus sur la société du coin que dans les guests, ,
bon trip de 77 ans
« Le voyage apprend la tolérance. »
Benjamin Disraeli
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salut Ben,
et ben dis donc...sacré programme...peut être un peu trop chargé à mon avis. Bien sûre c'est ton premier voyage, mais juste un petit conseil: essaye de faire moins de pays mais d'y rester plus longtemps. On a souvent de la peine à quitter un pays et on trouve souvent le temps qu'on y a passé trop court. Moi je vais faire le Laos, Cambodge et le delta du vietnam en 3-4 mois. Biens sûre si sur place j'ai envie de partir plus tôt rien ne m'en empêche, mais je préfère prévoir large.
Bref à toi de savoir, mais en plus si tu fais tous les trajets en train ou bus locaux, il te faudra bcp de temps.
Je te souhaite un bon voyage et surtout profites en à fond
Cooky
salut!!
je suis très contente de tomber sur ton message.
je pars en janvier en asie pour un an et mon trajet est EXACTEMENT le meme que le miens!!!! je n'est pas prévu de dates aussi précises que les tienne mais C a peu près mes plans.
je pars aussi pour faire qlq missions d'humanitaire. et je partirais avec des fournitures de france.
je comptais partir vers le 25 janv pour bangkok mais je pense pouvoir avancer mon depart si l'idée de faire un bout de chemin ensemble, te parrait interessante.
j'ai 22 ans et G pas ma voyagé deja. (mais pas en asie). je pars en sac a dos, pour pouvoir etre libre et utiliser le transports sur place.
jspR que nous en reparlerons bientot
bne préparation
marie
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Hello, it’s been a while since I last asked for your help on this forum—I’ve really missed it! I hope you’re all doing well, whether you're new or returning members.
I’m planning a trip from February 6 to 18, 2027, with my sister (we’re 47 and 50—time flies!). I’ve got my eye on a flight from Paris that lands in Bangkok on February 7 at 3 PM, with a return flight from Bangkok on February 18 at noon.
My sister has never been to this destination, and it’ll be her first time in Asia. Her priorities: beaches, sunshine, and cocktails by the shore. For me, I love that too, but I also enjoy exploring, nature, forests, and a bit of comfort (mixing guesthouses and higher-end hotels with pools). A little evening entertainment would be great, but not too much—good cocktails in a nice atmosphere rather than a rave party ;-). And I can’t help but dream of taking her on a little trek through a tropical forest (guaranteed memories and laughs, though she might curse me at the time) and showing her some karst landscapes.
I’ve been to Thailand before, but it was 15 years ago...
The idea is to give her a taste of Bangkok for 1 or 2 nights, a few days on an island (but which one...?), a tropical forest excursion with 1 or 2 nights on-site (Khao Sok?), and then back to Bangkok.
For the "main" island, even after reading the *Guide du Routard*, I’m still undecided. It’s hard to find a place that ticks all the boxes without feeling as crowded as the French Riviera in August: Koh Lanta? Khao Lak (though it’s not an island)? Koh Tao (I could maybe get my PADI certification, but I’m afraid she’d get bored, and it might be better to save that for a solo trip)? Koh Yao Yai (I worry we’d be bored in the evenings)? What a dilemma!
Thank you if you’ve read this far! Feel free to share any advice—it’ll all be warmly welcomed.
Here’s a rough outline of the itinerary (I’d rather skip a night in Bangkok if needed):
· Saturday, February 6, 2027: departure (overnight flight)
· Sunday, February 7, 2027: arrival at 3 PM, probably at the hotel by 6 PM, evening in Bangkok (overnight in Bangkok)
· Monday, February 8, 2027: day in Bangkok (Wat Pho and a floating market?) (overnight in Bangkok)
· Tuesday, February 9, 2027: travel to Koh Lanta or another island (flight to Phuket or Krabi?) (overnight on island "x")
· Wednesday, February 10, 2027: beach and walks (overnight on island "x")
· Thursday, February 11, 2027: beach and walks (overnight on island "x")
· Friday, February 12, 2027: beach and walks (overnight on island "x")
· Saturday, February 13, 2027: beach and walks (overnight on island "x")
· Sunday, February 14, 2027: beach and walks (overnight on island "x")
· Monday, February 15, 2027: travel to Khao Sok—nighttime excursion to Khao Sok (overnight in Khao Sok)
· Tuesday, February 16, 2027: exploration and hike in Khao Sok (overnight in Khao Sok)
· Wednesday, February 17, 2027: return trip to Bangkok (overnight in Bangkok)
· Thursday, February 18, 2027: return flight to Paris at noon
Hi there,
I’ve found so many tips and reviews on this forum, so it’s my turn to contribute a little.
We spent just over two weeks with our family, with the following itinerary:
- Hanoi: 5 days
- Halong Bay: 3 days and 2 nights
- Tam Coc: 3 days
- Mai Chau: 2 days
- Sapa: 3 days
We got around by bike, scooter, Grab, and bus.
Our main accommodations were homestays and hotels in Hanoi.
We visited lots of museums, temples, and neighborhoods in Hanoi.
We did a 2-day, 1-night trek in Sapa with May, a Hmong local, without going through an agency.
A few small regrets: the weather was overcast, and we couldn’t make it to Fansipan, but nothing major 😅. We also couldn’t find transport to get from Sapa to Mu Cang Chai.
Other than that, this trip will stay in our memories for the kindness of the Vietnamese people, the connections we made, the food (street food, homestays...), the coffee 😋, the landscapes, and how easy it was to get around...
Our goal was to take our time and focus only on a small part of northern Vietnam.
If you need any tips or recommendations, don’t hesitate to ask.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hi there, we’re landing at Hanoi Airport and would like to head straight to Cao Bang without going into Hanoi. Does anyone know if there are buses that go directly from the airport to Cao Bang (especially in the early afternoon)? Thanks in advance!
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!
hi everyone,
I want to travel in the north for 3 weeks in September-October 2026 to meet ethnic minorities, photograph mountain rice terraces and their harvest, and revisit Halong Bay—but maybe Lan Ha Bay instead. Can you recommend one or more local agencies?
Thanks, and happy holidays!
I need some expert advice on these two destinations for a 15-day trip. We land in KL and plan to stay for 2 days before heading to Borneo and finishing with an island for snorkeling.
For those who’ve been, what are your must-sees?
We were thinking of spending the last 3 days on the Perhentian Islands, unless you’ve got another island to recommend near Borneo.
Thanks for your tips and help!
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.
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! I’m planning a 15-day trip to Malaysia. The idea is to visit KL for 2 or 3 days, then Borneo, and I’m wondering what to do with the rest of the time. I’d like to finish with the Perhentian Islands... What do you think? Any tips or advice would be great—I’d really appreciate it!
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!
Premaria
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
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!
Does anyone know of a private transfer or taxi company that organizes transfers from the Sukhothai area to Chiang Mai?
Our routes are Sukhothai-Lampang, Lampang-Chom Thong, and Chom Thong-Chiang Mai.
My searches on Google Maps, 12Go, and others haven’t turned up much...
For our Bangkok-Sukhothai trips, I use a company I’ve already tried, but they don’t have a fleet available from Sukhothai and have to go through third-party companies—which, understandably, take their commission. This nearly doubles the prices...
There are four of us, and we’re not traveling light, so a minibus isn’t an option. ;-)
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?????
