Bonjour a tous,
Je voudrais avoir des infos sur les sites a visiter sur la route qui va de Trat a la frontière Cambodgienne.
Les petits ports de peches, les plages, les guesthouses, les restaus ou déguster des bons poissons tout frais péchés. faire des sauts de puce en bus si c'est possible (et ce doit évidement possible ) en un mot les bons coins
Que me conseillez vous, je voudrais visiter cette partie de la Thailande mais je ne trouve pas d'informations on dirait que personne ne passe des vacances dans cette partie qui a l'air plutôt sympatique
Cordialement
J'ai fait le voyage Lorient Trat lundi.
Sans passer par Bangkok.Il ya un terminal de bus tres proche de l'aeroport.
Pour aller jusqu'a la frontiere cambodgienne, il y a plein de songkeows a Trat.
Ceux de la gare routiere parlent anglais, ceux qui stationnent derriere le marche au poissons, desservent plus de villages, mais parlent peu anglais.
Trat est une petite ville sympa.
Le quartier routard est pas mal. Les guesthouses et restos ne font pas vraiment d'efforts. De toutes facons, ils font le plein.
A l'image du Pop guesthouse. Chambres minimalistes, sans ame, resto ( parfois plein... ) ou l'on se nourrit.Se regaler est plusdur.
Le Residang compte ses sous. Depuis quenous passons a Trat, on ne s'est jamais extasie dans ce quartierï
C'estvraiment dommage.Ca pourrait etre pas mal.
Un petit resto passe le pont (cote Residang) sur la gauche au bord du fleuve. Pas trop mal, mais il efaut pas etre trop regardant sur la conservation des aliments.
Nous descendons toujours au SA hotel ( nom extremement poetique ). 500 b la double avec lit twin, clim, TV ( avant il y avait TV 5 monde , lundi, on ne l'avait pas ).
Petit dej trescopieux en plus, mais pas cher.
A 150 metres du marche.
Pour aller de la gare routiere au SA : 30 b / pers.
Excellent restaurant a 150 m du SA, del'autre cote de Sukhumvit rd. C'est le SangFa. Il a des allures de salon de the. Tous les bus touristiques thais s'y arretent.
Il y a 2 cartes. L'une en thai / anglais, l'autre, plus etoffee, en thai. La proprio parle tres bien anglais et vous expliquera tout.
C'est le meilleur resto que je connaisse en Thailande. Il y a certainement mieux, mais c'esttres fin, tres frais, tres propre et pas tres cher.
Une Seafood salad coute toutefois150 bahts. Rien a voir avec le "truc" servit ailleurs.
Excellent crabe au curry.
Sinon , il y a le marche. Je n'ai ait jamais mange. De voir du poulet ( de batterie ) cotoyer des calmars, du porc transpirer a cote d'un thon, ca me bloque.
Toutes les tentatives de restos a Lam Ngop se sont soldes par de cruelles desillusions.
La palme revient au resto situe sur la jetee du port de peche.
Il me semble qu'il y a des restos le soir du cotedu grand fleuve. La ou il y a des ateliers de reparations de bateaux. Y aller le soir en moto. 150 b / jour.
Sinon, la plage situee pres de l'hotel de la Croix Rouge thaie est pas mal. Les songkeows n'y vont pas. Ils vous laissent au check point militaire situe sur Sukhumvit rd.Marcher 2 kms, ou faire du stop.Il me semble que la plage s'apelle Lao lan.
La plage est longue et belle. 2 restos, dont un seul a une carte en anglais.Ne pas se fier au prix. C'est moins cher qu'indique.
Il y a une guesthouse en bord de plage. Je ne sais pas si elle est ouverte aux etrangers.
Pour revenir sur Trat, revenir au check point et demander aux militaires d'arreter un minibus. Ils adorent ca.
Un peu plus loin, il y a le village de Mae Rut. Ca se prononce genre Maaai Loouut....
Il est situe a 3-4 kms de la grande route.Stop, ou telephone ( il y a des numeros indiques dans une cabane ).
Le village est situe dans un estuaire. Toutes les maisons/ rues sont situees sur l'eau. C'est superbe. J'y retournela semaine prochaine.
Tres facile de s'y balader.
Quelques commerces. Un resto au bord de l'eau en ville.
Un hotel. Le Mae Rut Resort.. au bord de la ville et de la lagune, dans un tres joli jardin, avec petite piscine.
Jolis bungalows. Un peu chers pour mon gout.
Calme, nature...
Petit resto moyen tres mignon.
Un peu plus au sud de la ville, il y a une plage avec quelques hotels et gh. Je ne peux pas vraiment en parler car je n'ai fait qu'y passer en fin de journee.
Nous sommes alles aussi dans une ville / port de peche situee juste avant la frontiere. Ca n'avait pas le charme de Mae Rut.
Pas de restos. Hotels, mais sur la route en dehors de la ville.
La frontiere cambodgienne se passe en 10 - 15 minutes.
Attention. Les minibus venant de Trat vous laissent avant la frontiere.
Apres, dans ce no man'land, difficile de trouver un minibus, bus ou taxi pour aller a Koh Khong.
A Koh Khong, superbes mangroves, tres belles chutes d'eau et ile sympa.
Pourvous promenerentre Trat et Hat Hiet, possible de louer une moto a Trat. 150 bahts / jour. Vous pouvez meme la mettre sur un bateau ( pas un speed boat ) et l'emmener a Ko Mak ou Ko Kood ou les motos se louent le double.
Bonjour et merci pour les infos;
Est ce une faute de frappe ou viens tu de Lorient (Morbihan) ? car moi j'habite a coté de Vannes.
Je ne compte pas passer la frontière Cambodgienne ;
Le village de Mae Rut m'intérresse beaucoup mais je n'arrive pas trop a le situé sur la route.
Peux t'on rejoindre Koh Kood a partir de Mae Rut ?
Si tu retourne dans le coin et que tu vois des guesthouses sympas Maxi 1300 bth n'hésite pas a prendre leurs nom car je ne trouve pas grand chose sur le net
Si tu as aussi quelques photos du village et des plages du coin je suis preneur
Nous devrions aller en Thailande en février 2015 pour 15 jours. 3 jours a bkk que j'adore puis en route pour Mae Rut 3 jours ou plus histoire de rayonner autour puis Koh kood ou Koh chang avant de revenir. Combien de Km y a t il a peu prés entre Trat et le village de Mae Rut.
Bon séjour
Cordialement
Je viens de rentrer en Bretagne.🙂
Je n'avais pas lu ta question.
Oui, je viens des environs de Lorient.😎
Mai Rut est situe a 30 kilomètres env de Trat. J'y suis allé en prenant un songkeow qui part derrière le marché ( côté marché aux poissons ) vers 10 heures il me semble.
Le coût est de 50 bahts ( je vais vérifier, mais je ne prend jamais de notes ).
Il s'arrête là où tu le souhaites.
Par contre, à ce petit terminal, peu de gens parlent anglais.
A Mai Rut, l'idéal est de s'arrêter juste avant le pont qui enjambe le petit fleuve.
Le resto qui était sur des pilotis dans le village est fermé. 😕
Reste le petit resto du Mai Rut Resort. Ca dépanne, ce n'est pas mauvais, mai c'est loin d'être top.
En passant le ponton doit arriver à une plage. Mais l'armée de bras cassés qui m'accompagnait ne m'a pas autorisé à aller trop loin.🤪
Donc, pas vérifié cette info, mais d'après Google Earth, je n'écrirais pas de bétises.😎
Le Mai Rut Resort est un endroit très agréable.
Une petite lagune le sépare de la plage. Quand j'y suis passé, l'eau y était très claire. Ils ont de petits bateaux pour rejoindre l'autre rive ( ca fait 100 m ) et je pense qu'on peut traverser à pieds.
Les bungalows sont à 1500 b il me semble.
Le jardin et la petite piscine sont très agréables.
Plus loin, sur la plage il y a des guesthouses.
Je n'y suis pas allé cette année, mais l'année dernière j'y suis passé en songkeow. Sans m'arrêter malheureusement.🤪
Pour revenir de Mai Rut sur Trat, il faut demander des motos dans le commerce situé au pied du pont. 20 bahts pour rejoindre la nationale ( Sukhumvit Road ).
Là, attendre un des songkeow qui vient de Klung Yai ( ortho à vérifier ).
Il y en a 1 / heure minimun.
Attention, après 17h 30 - 18 h, cela doit être plus rare.😉
Sinon, on peut arrêter les minibus Toyota blancs qui rentrent du Cambodge.
C'est toutefois un peu plus cher et parfois, les conducteurs sont très gourmands question bahts.
Ils savent qu'il n'y a pas trop de songkeows et ils demandent des prix un peu exhorbitants.
Je ne crois pas qu'il y ait des liaisons commerciales entre Mai Rut et Ko Kood.
Si il y en avait, elles devraient vous emmener plutôt dans le petit port situé au sud est de l'île.
Idem pour Ko Chang.
Comme je l'ai écrit, il y a pas mal de plages au sud de Trat.
Au sud de Mai Rut, il y a des guesthouses / hotels situés le long de la côte. Certains sont assez chers et situés au milieu de nulle part. Donc, quand on y séjourne, on est un peu éloigné de tout, sauf des élevages de crevettes.
Nous retournerons peut - être dans ce coin en février 2015, mais rien n'est coulé dans le béton.
Si tu peux étoffer les infos sur ce coin en rentrant de voyage, ça ne serait pas idiot.
Bonjour,
Merci pour ces précieuses informations. Je les garde de coté, car nous avons changé de destination cette année et nous irons du coté de Surathani et de Kanom.
Quand nous aurons plus de temps ( a la retraite dans 2 ans ) alors nous irons visiter ce coin qui a l'air super sympas.
Encore merci
Hello everyone! I’m heading off solo in February and wanted to share my rough itinerary with you. Does this sound doable?
PS: I’m not really into beaches.
D1 Departure on February 17, 2027
D2 Arrival in Kuala Lumpur – stroll through Chinatown and visit the Petronas Towers
D3: Kuala Lumpur – Chow Kit Market, Batu Caves, Little India, Bukit Bintang downtown area
D4: Early morning bus to Malacca. Explore Malacca in the afternoon and evening
D5: Another 2–3 hours in Malacca in the morning, then bus back to Kuala Lumpur. Merdeka Square area. Stay in Chinatown
D6: Bus trip to Kuala Tahan. Night tour
D7: Morning – canopy walk and Bukit Terisek hike. Afternoon – off to Lata Berkoh
D8 & D9: 2-day jungle trek in Taman Negara National Park
D10: Head to Cameron Highlands
D11: Morning hike through the plantations. Afternoon still to be decided
D12: Morning – excursion to Mossy Forest and Sungei Plantation. Afternoon bus to Ipoh
D13: Morning – Mirror Lake / Sam Poh Temple area. Afternoon – explore downtown Ipoh
D14: Morning train to Penang. Afternoon – wander around Georgetown
D15: Morning – Penang Hill and Keh Loh Temple. Afternoon – Georgetown
D16: Bus to Butterfly Garden and Spice Garden. Late afternoon – Burmese and Thai temples
D17: Morning flight to Singapore. Afternoon – Chinatown and Marina Bay tour
D18: Morning – Gardens by the Bay area. Afternoon – Boat Quay, Clarke Quay, Kampong Glam
D19: Morning – The Ridges area and Botanical Garden. Afternoon – Little India, then back to Chinatown before 11:15 PM return flight
D20: Morning arrival
Hi everyone,
I’ll be in western Malaysia for 20 days in January and February.
I’m coming from southern Thailand to Ipoh for the Thaipusam festivities.
Then it’s off to Pangkor Island.
I’ll finish up in Malacca for the Chinese New Year celebrations before heading to Singapore.
I’ve got a 6-day gap.
I was thinking of going to K.Lipis for the jungle train and heading to Dabong, but the caves might not be open.
Any suggestions around K.L.?
Day treks?
A stopover between K.L. and Malacca?
Thanks
Hi, I’ve read that these two volcanoes are super popular and that there are *tons* of people for sunrise, especially in July. I’m looking for firsthand accounts from anyone who’s done it later, around 9–10 a.m.
Thanks for your help!
Laëtitia
I’m heading to Cambodia at the end of December 2026 – January 2027 for 3-4 weeks. Since I’ve already visited Cambodia twice, my itinerary is a bit different this time—I’d love to explore Botum Sakor Park, Chi Pat, the Tatai region, and the Cardamom Mountains. I’m traveling solo. If you have any tips on transportation, excursions, treks, sights, or accommodations in the area, I’d really appreciate it. Thanks for your feedback!
Has anyone traveled with the Laos travel agency ADV ?
I’m planning a trip to Laos and have received several quotes. Among them, this agency’s seem very reasonable, and so far, the interactions have been positive.
I’ve found a few positive reviews online, but I’d love to hear from travelers who’ve actually booked with them: how’s the organization, guide quality, accommodations, on-the-ground responsiveness, etc.
Thanks for sharing your experiences!
First stop on our discovery of the peninsula: Amphawa. It’s our first night in Thailand (we arrived at Suvarnabhumi at 8:50 AM).
Our initial plan was to explore the area before heading further south. The Mae Klong Railway Market is tempting... but what else is there to do????
We’ll be there on a Wednesday, and from what I’ve read on the forum, some say there’s absolutely nothing to do during the week—no floating market, barely any shops open, no restaurants, etc.
Others, though, say the place is actually more charming without the weekend crowds.
Could you share your thoughts? Missing the floating market is one thing, but if it’s really a ghost town on Wednesdays, I might just drop our bags somewhere else.
Amphawa seemed like a good first stop, just 1.5 hours from the airport, but I’d still like to settle somewhere a bit lively for our first evening.
We’ll be there at the end of October.
Thanks!
Hi,
I wanted to visit the plantations in the morning with GetYourGuide or by just showing up.
How much time should I really plan for?
I’d like to catch either the 3 PM or 5 PM bus back to KL.
Thanks
Hi,
I wanted to get some info about the cable car and the bridge—I see lots of different options...
How much time should we allow for these two activities? If we arrive around 4 PM, will we have enough time to visit without rushing?
Thanks
Hi there,
I didn’t plan to return to Thailand this year, but my health conditions mean it’ll be the best place for me to stay between two trips to India. The tourism setup there is so well-organized that it’s the most "comfortable" country for a short visit. Thailand feels too sanitized for my taste, and there’s too much religion, Buddha, and the King, but it’s still the best option given how my health has been evolving. I’d considered two weeks in ThaTon for hiking, but I got too sick from the burn-offs during my trips to the mountains around Chiang Rai. So I’m not sure where to go this year. Definitely not the sea, touristy spots, or the mountains with burn-offs...
Hi,
On September 1st, we're heading to Kalimantan for six weeks, probably from Pontianak to the Derawan Islands.
I've scoured this site, which is usually my go-to 😉, and others like VoyageForum, but recent info is pretty scarce.
I'd love any tips on places you've visited—our itinerary is still a work in progress.
We're two couples traveling with backpacks, using buses, boats, guesthouses, and homestays.
Thanks in advance!
Hi fellow travelers,
First trip to Vietnam.
We’ll be arriving in Ho Chi Minh City during Tet.
Is it complicated to find accommodation and get around during this period?
Any tips would be welcome.
Thanks for your replies.
Hi! I’d like to split my trip into two parts: 15 days in Phuket and 15 days in Krabi. Do you know if I can rent a car and drop it off in Krabi when I fly back to France?
Thanks for your feedback!
Have a great Sunday!
Martine
Hello,
After 1 night in Khao Sok, I’d like to find a 2 Days 1 Night package on the lake.
After reading a lot, I decided to "break the bank" and treat ourselves to a private tour—mainly to avoid the crowds.
But after contacting several operators, they offer "private tours" that are very expensive (around 700 €), yet in the details, the boats can only leave from the pier at 10 AM like everyone else. (I was hoping to leave much earlier.) The morning program is the same for everyone too (private or not). They drop us off at noon at our floating hotel (I’d chosen Phupha Waree). Free afternoon (swimming or kayaking in front of the hotel). We head back by boat for a 1-hour sunset ride. And the next morning, we leave the hotel at 8 AM to be at the pier by 9:30 AM at the latest—end of the trip.
So basically, we’re paying a lot for a private tour just to do the same thing as everyone else at the same time.
Or maybe I just had bad luck in my search.
I contacted Panida Ladi, who’s very popular on forums. We’d agreed on a private tour that matched my request (departure from the pier at 8 AM, very personalized itinerary). We settled on the itinerary and price, she asked for a Wise transfer for a 30% deposit, confirmed receipt of the deposit. Then 30 minutes later, she messaged me to say she was canceling everything because it was impossible to do the requested tour—and promised a quick refund of my deposit.
So here’s my question: Who’s done a *real* private tour on this lake? Who can recommend a reliable agency? Is it even really possible to do a private tour here?
I’m searching for a real gem for my 3rd stay in Koh Lanta: a lovely, high-quality hotel right by an easily accessible beach in a lively spot.
If you know of anything that fits what I’m looking for and want to share, don’t hesitate!
Hi, is anyone there in Flores right now? According to some websites, everything is closed and the situation is tough. But our guide says it's fine. Who should we believe? We're supposed to leave on September 2nd. Thanks to anyone in Flores at the moment!
Hi dear community,
I'm planning to visit Cambodia this winter, right after Christmas, for my first solo trip and my first trip to Asia. For two weeks (yes, I know it's short, but I really can't do more...). I have two main desires: Siem Reap and the countryside, the villages, the Mekong...
What do you think of this itinerary? Arrival in Siem Reap, departure from Phnom Penh.
SR: 5 days (1 day for arrival, 3 for the temples, 1 for the lake and its villages)
Kratie (stop on the way to Mondolkiri): 3 days (1 day of travel, 2 days there)
Mondolkiri/Sen Monorom: 4 days (1 day of travel, 1 day there, 2 days of treks)
PP: 3 days (1 day of travel, 2 days of sightseeing)
I think I need to cut one day somewhere if I travel from Saturday to Saturday or Sunday to Sunday. In Kratie, maybe? Or in PP? And I'll miss the boat trip that everyone recommends (SR-Battambang), but I don't see where to fit it in. Unless I do a PP-PP loop starting in the east, skip Kratie or just stay one night, then SR, then PP.
In my timing, Mondolkiri seems closer than Ratanakiri, which also tempted me a lot! Will it be too complicated alone? I'm thinking of using local guides or a small local agency for a nature and village getaway.
I've read that Siem Reap is very crowded between Christmas and New Year's. I could also do the circuit in the opposite direction. But I thought it would be easier to get familiar with the country by arriving in a touristy area—I might be wrong...
Thanks for your advice and opinions!
Hi everyone.
I’m planning my trip, and based on all the posts I’ve read, this country is amazing.
Of course, I’ve got a ton of questions for you.
Here’s a possible itinerary: Vientiane - Vang Vieng - Phonsavan - Sam Neua - Nong Khiaw + villages - Phongsali - Luang Namtha and the area - Udomxai - Huay Xai - Luang Prabang and back to Vientiane.
What do you think?
We’re planning to prioritize local transport—is it possible to do this loop?
We’d also love to go kayaking, but I’m not sure if the season’s right or where the best spot is.
For trekking—I read that Phongsali is the most authentic spot to visit villages and see wildlife. Do you know of a reliable agency and a guesthouse with reasonable prices?
Is it worth taking a slow boat for a stretch on the Mekong, and if so, which route?
For accommodations, is it better to book through Booking.com and Agoda or look when we arrive?
Are mosquitoes bad in Laos, and should we take malaria prophylaxis?
What’s the average daily budget (accommodation, food, visits)?
Is renting scooters a good option for exploring towns, and if so, which ones?
From what I’ve read, it’s best to carry cash—euros or dollars? Is it risky to walk around with that much cash?
I’ve still got tons of questions. Thanks to anyone who can help, and I’m open to all tips, info, etc.
Thanks again
Hi there,
I’m planning a family trip (my wife and I, both 47, and our two sons, aged 5 and 12) to Malaysia for the last week of June and the first two weeks of July 2027.
We used to love road trips as a couple, then as a trio, but since our second child arrived, we’ve taken a break with "camping village" style trips.
Now feels like the right time to get back to our old habits, while adjusting the pace for the kids.
We’re craving Asia. We’ve been lucky enough to visit Thailand, Indonesia (Bali and Lombok), and Sri Lanka before.
Friends have raved about Malaysia, so we’re definitely tempted.
For those who know and love Malaysia, what would be a good itinerary starting from Kuala Lumpur, with a maximum of 3-4 stops? We’d like a mix of culture, nature, and relaxation (just to clarify, we’re not big beach fans). All of this without rushing, of course.
Hello,
We’re a family of four with two teens aged 16 and 18. We’re heading to Thailand this summer. We’ll arrive in Bangkok and plan to take a flight to Luang Prabang.
I’ve seen there are some great visits and excursions to do (temples, markets, waterfalls) and maybe even venture a bit north to places like Nong Khiaw, Muang Xay, Muang Ngoy, or Oudom Xay.
But I’ve also heard about the Bokeo region with the Gibbon Experience.
Since we won’t be able to do everything, I’d love to hear about your experiences, impressions, and advice on the two options I’m considering, especially since we’ll be meeting family in Chiang Mai, Thailand, afterward.
Option 1: A loop from Luang Prabang heading slightly north, then a flight from Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai.
Option 2: A few days in Luang Prabang, exploring within a few dozen kilometers around, then heading to Bokeo province for the 2-day/1-night Gibbon Experience. For this option, I saw on Rome2Rio that it’s possible to book a ferry trip on the Mekong from Luang Prabang to Huay Xay—they mention about 8 hours. But is that realistic? What type of boat is it?
Then, to get to Chiang Mai, there aren’t many options—bus or minivan—but how does crossing the border work?
Finally, for those of you who’ve been to Laos in August, what was the weather like?
We’ve already visited Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia during the same period over the past four years and weren’t really bothered by bad weather.
I’m starting a discussion about guides in the Mekong Delta because we’ve just finished our trip in this region and had a hard time finding a French-speaking guide. We had Thanh—she speaks French really well and travels all over the delta region, including Ho Chi Minh City. She’s super friendly and flexible. I recommend her wholeheartedly. If it can help someone...
Feel free to contact us for her number.
Hi everyone,
I couldn’t find any recent info on Kuching.
Can anyone recommend a hotel or guesthouse for under 100 RM that’s nice and affordable? No dorms, please.
Also, does it rain a lot in November, and is it still worth visiting Semenggoh or Bako?
We’ll be arriving in Phnom Penh this coming January and we’re thinking of starting our trip with a stop in Kampong Cham, then Kratie.
After Kratie, we’re considering heading toward Siem Reap with a stop in Kampong Thom.
That said, I’m not really sure how long the Kratie–Kampong Thom journey might take or how complicated it is.
Does this stop on the way to Siem Reap seem like a good idea to you?
If we don’t visit the Sambor Prei Kuk site, are there still any walks or sights worth checking out in Kampong Thom?
Silly question—backpack or hard-shell suitcase for the Sepilok, Kinabatangan, Tioman, KL trip?
I’m struggling to fit all my son’s and my stuff into the 70L backpack... and I’m thinking a suitcase would be easier, but I’m not sure if it’ll work for getting around.
After a stay on Koh Phayam this coming November, I’d like to spend 2 or 3 days on Koh Phra Thong before heading further south.
Do you think it’s doable to leave Koh Phayam early enough to catch the 10 AM boat from Khura Buri to Koh Phra Thong? The next one isn’t until 4 PM, which would cost me a whole day.
I’m planning a trip to Indonesia, specifically Sulawesi and Java, in September for 10 days.
I don’t know this part of the world at all—any advice is welcome!
I’ll be traveling solo and would also love tips on meeting other travelers or locals.
Hello everyone,
Not long ago, I used to travel as a couple, but my husband has since passed away, and I’ve decided to set off again. The trip I took to Cambodia in January 2025 did me a world of good.
I’m now considering Thailand, a destination we never included in our plans because even 15 years ago, people said it was too touristy. Still, I’m thinking about the itinerary below, but I don’t feel up to arranging buses, trains, or guides on my own while I’m there. I’m looking for one or more drivers and have been in touch with an agency, but their offers are just copy-paste group tours that I don’t want.
So, if you have any contacts, experiences, or advice, I’d be so grateful if you’d share them with me. Here’s my rough plan:
Arrival in Bangkok
Ayutthaya (2 nights)
Kanchanaburi (2 or 3 nights)
Sangkhlaburi/Sai Yok (3 nights)
Sukhothai (2 nights)
Lampang (I’ve planned 3 nights, but that might be a bit much—it depends on what time I arrive in the city)
Chiang Mai
Chiang Dao
Pai
Chiang Rai
I was thinking about the Mae Hong Son loop—thoughts?
What do you think about staying overnight at the Golden Triangle?
When I look online, of course, I can find agencies that organize tours to national parks, etc.
I’m retired but in great physical shape. I’d rather go hiking than sit in hot springs with crowds of tourists who’ve all arranged meet-ups. I don’t want to spend a day at an elephant camp, and I don’t want to visit Karen villages.
I’d love to hear your advice.
Thank you all,
Hi everyone,
Could you share your thoughts on my 3-week itinerary?
We’re a small group (family + friends) of 12 people, planning to leave around January 21, 2027.
Here’s my itinerary:
3 nights in Bangkok
4 nights in Chiang Mai
3 nights on Koh Samui
3 nights on Koh Phangan
4 nights in Krabi
4 nights in Phuket
I’m also open to any great tips you might have...
Thanks, everyone! Alain.
Hi there,
We’re planning a 3-week family trip next summer with our three kids, who’ll be 8, 8, and 7 years old.
After some research, we’re leaning toward Malaysia to combine nature/forests and paradise beaches. The idea is to introduce our kids to the country’s culture, nature, and wildlife.
We want a great trip but without splurging on luxury options like high-end lodges and resorts. We’re looking for comfort with a touch of authenticity—basically, a good middle ground.
I’ve started putting together an itinerary and would love your expert advice and tips to help us build this amazing trip with our little ones.
Day 1: Departure from France
Day 2: Kuala Lumpur
Stay at a hotel near the airport or KL Sentral.
Just one night.
Day 3: Morning flight to Sandakan (Borneo).
Stay in Sepilok
Day 4: Sepilok:
* Orangutan Center
* Malayan Sun Bear Center
* Rainforest Discovery Centre
Day 5: Depart for Kinabatangan.
Boat safari in the late afternoon.
Day 6: Sunrise safari.
Jungle walk.
Evening safari.
Day 7: Final safari.
Return to Sandakan.
Flight to Kuala Lumpur, then to Kota Bharu (or overnight transit depending on schedules).
Day 8: Transfer to the port.
Boat to the Perhentian Islands.
Days 9 to 13: Perhentian Besar
5 full days.
* Snorkeling
* Hiking
* Turtle watching
* Wild beaches
* Relaxation
Day 14: Return to the mainland.
Bus or private car to Taman Negara.
