bonjour à tous,
je prends un vol pour Hanoï car c'est moins cher que pour le Laos, mais je veux rejoindre ensuite le Laos: quel trajet le plus facile et le moins cher est faisable?
merci
stefoo
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Trajet le plus facile et le moins cher entre Hanoï et le Laos?
by Stefoo
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
salut
le bus de hanoi a ventiane. ou si tu es vers huê, le bus de huê a savannakhet.
le bus de hanoi a ventiane. ou si tu es vers huê, le bus de huê a savannakhet.
http://lessampaniersduvietnam.org/
il reste toujours un peu de parfum à la main qui donne des roses
confucius
Oui, exactement: Bus de Hanoi à Vientiane (Quitter Hanoi vers 18heures et vous arriverez à Vientiane vers 17heures du lendemain après midi: avec couchette ou avec siège. Ou bientôt, à partir du 12 Janvier 2011, il y aura le bus de Hanoi à Luang Prabang: avec siège, départ à Hanoi vers 19h00 et vous arriverez vers 17heures du lendemain après midi.
"merci pour ces supers infos, je pars en mars je prendrais le nouveau bus pour Luans Prabang.
je suppose que le départ se fait de la gare routière? "
En faite, non, c'est toujours les bus pour les touristes comme la navette Hanoi - Vientiane. Mais, il va partir de Hanoi à la poste frontière de Nam Can (Dien Chau, Nghe An), puis entrer Laos par la poste frontalière de Ban Chat - Xieng Khoang.
Ce bus va chercher les clients dans les hôtels ou agences de voyage dans les anciens quartiers de Hanoi.
A votre information, le bus HAnoi - Xieng Khoang - Luang Prabang couterai environs les 20 USD plus cher par rapport avec celui de Hanoi à Vientiane.
Ou bien, si vous souhaitez arrêter à Xieng Khoang, vous pouvez acheter le billet Hanoi - Xieng Khoang (Phonexavane).
En faite, non, c'est toujours les bus pour les touristes comme la navette Hanoi - Vientiane. Mais, il va partir de Hanoi à la poste frontière de Nam Can (Dien Chau, Nghe An), puis entrer Laos par la poste frontalière de Ban Chat - Xieng Khoang.
Ce bus va chercher les clients dans les hôtels ou agences de voyage dans les anciens quartiers de Hanoi.
A votre information, le bus HAnoi - Xieng Khoang - Luang Prabang couterai environs les 20 USD plus cher par rapport avec celui de Hanoi à Vientiane.
Ou bien, si vous souhaitez arrêter à Xieng Khoang, vous pouvez acheter le billet Hanoi - Xieng Khoang (Phonexavane).
Bonjour Stefoo,
Oui, je suis à Hanoi, Vietnam. Je sais comment faire au Laos, mais entant que spécialiste sur le Laos, je ne le suis pas. Sur Voyage Forum, il y a un forum sur Laos, peut être ce serait plus utile et plus exact pour vous de consulter auprès des spécialistes sur le Laos :).
A votre informations, j'ai le plaisir de vous envoyer une itinéraire comme ci-dessous:
J1: Hanoi -Xieng Khoang - Plaine des Jarres
J2: Xieng Khoang - Luang Prabang: Nous visiterons d’abord le marché du matin de Phousi où vous verrez les divers produits comme de la peau de buffle séchée, du thé local, du salpêtre, les poulets, les légumes ... et les minorités en train de broder. Le Laos est aussi connue pour son artisanat, et aujourd’hui vous visiterez des villages de minorités ethniques à Ban Quay – où habitent des Hmong, à Ban Ou – où habitent des Laoloum, et à Ban Thapene – où habitent des Khmu. A l’arrivée aux chutes de Khuangsi, vous pourrez vous rafraîchir en nageant dans les bassins, ou marcher au long des sentiers forestiers. Puis retour à Luang Prabang, après-midi libre. Nuit à Luang Prabang.
J3: Luang Prabang – Nong Khio (bateau)
Aujourd’hui nous commençons notre aventure en bateau en remontant la rivière Nam Ou, nous auront l’occasion d’admirer de féeriques paysages de forêt luxuriante. En chemin, nous nous arrêterons visiter les grottes sacrées de Pak Ou - 2 grottes communicantes remplies de milliers de statues de Bouddha, laquées d’or, et de tailles et de formes différentes, déposées par les dévots. En fin d’après-midi, nous rejoindrons notre destination pour la nuit, Nong Khio. Nuit à Nong Khio.
Jour 4 Nong Khio – Trek et croisière à Muang Ngoi
Ce matin nous prenons un bateau jusqu’à Muang Ngoi, un village pittoresque de pêcheurs, à 1 heure de Nong Khio. Nous partons ensuite en trek jusqu’à Tham Kang, qui selon la légende, abrite un Naga. Puis nous continuons à travers les rizières jusqu’au village Ban Na, qui est accessible seulement à pied, et donc a préservé tout son caractère.
Après le déjeuner, notre dernier arrêt est au village Thai Daeng de Huay Sen, avant de revenir à pied à Muang Ngoi, à travers un mélange de forêts et de rizières. Avant de remonter en bateau pour Nong Khio, vous voudrez peut-être faire comme les locaux et vous baigner dans la Nam Ou. Nous rentrons à Nong Khio tôt dans la soirée. Nuit à Nong Khio.
Jour 05: Nong Khio – Meng La
Ce matin nous aurons le temps de faire une petite marche jusqu’à Tham Pha Thok, une grotte karstique où les villageois se réfugiaient lors de la guerre d’Indochine. Des grottes vous aurez une vue magnifique sur la campagne environnante. Puis nous continuerons en voiture vers le nord, jusqu’à Muang La, un village pittoresque connu pour ses sources d’eaux chaudes. Vous pourrez vous y baigner, puis demander un massage au magnifique Muang La Resort. Nuit à Muang La
Jour 06: Meng La – trek
Vous partirez à 09h30am en minibus pour une courte ascension à travers une luxuriante forêt de bambou. Arrivée au sommet de la montagne, vous commencerez une marche jusqu’au premier village habité par les H’Mong, originaires des montagnes du Tibet. Vous apprendrez au sujet de leur vie quotidienne et plus spécifiquement le rôle des animaux dans le village et la façon dont les gens s’en occupent, ainsi que le long rituel des femmes et des filles du village pour s’habiller et se maquiller de façon traditionnelle. Ensuite vous visiterez un ancien camp militaire, qui reste une mémoire des souffrances du peuple laotien durant la guerre du Vietnam, même si la grande partie du monde occidental n’en a pas pris connaissance. Après ce bref instantané de la culture H’Mong, vous continuerez vers un village habité par des Akha, aussi connue sous le nom de Ikho, et originaires du Yunnan et du Tibet. Une marche à travers le village vous permettra de mieux découvrir cette minorité restant très proche de ses racines traditionnelles. Votre matinée s’achèvera par un délicieux déjeuner dans la maison du chef de village.
Après le déjeuner, vous continuerez jusqu’à un autre village Ikho, pour en apprendre plus au sujet de leur culture et traditions, comme par exemple la méthode qu’ils utilisent pour colorer leurs vêtements avec des teintures naturelles extraites de plantes locales, ou encore leur croyance dans le monde des esprits qui joue un rôle majeur dans leur vie de tous les jours. Retour au resort vers 4h30pm. Nuit à Meng La.
Jour 07: Meng La – Oudomxay – Vientiane
Après une matinée libre de vos activités, nous vous emmenons à Oudomxay pour prendre le vol pour Vientiane. En route nous aurons la chance de visiter l’intriguant temple Pra Xack Kham et ses images sacrées de Bouddha. Cette légendaire statue de 400 ans, et connue pour ses nombreux pouvoir surnaturels et est largement adulée des bouddhistes locaux. Après votre arrivée à Vientiane vous serez transféré à votre hôtel. Nuit à Vientiane.
Jour 08: Vientiane – Paksé – le Plateau des Boloven – Kingfisher Resort
Envol très matinal pour Parksé. A l'arrivée, transfert en route pour le plateau des Bolovens, abondant d’arbres d’industrie comme le thé, café, le cardamome, les légumes et les fruits. Sur le plateau, nous pouvons également visiter les villages de minoritaires ethniques: Alak, Lawe, Katu, Ya Heune.
Cette région est fameuse pour ses nombreuses chutes d’eaux, et nous visiterons la plus belle d’entres elles, Tad Fan. Cette cascade est spectaculaire avec ses deux chutes d’eaux plongeantes dans une profonde gorge entourée de végétation luxuriante. Dans l’après midi, nous arriverons à Tad Lo qui abrite également une belle cascade et et plusieurs minorités ethniques. Nous partons alors en direction du sud pour la zone protégée nationale Xi Pan et l’écolodge Kingfisher. Nuit au Kingfisher.
Jour 09: Kingfisher – école pour apprendre à monter les éléphants
Aujourd’hui vous aurez l’opportunité unique d’apprendre à monter un éléphant à l’école du Kingfisher. Le matin vous apprendrez les techniques de base, l’après-midi vous aurez la chance de pratiquer vos connaissances en grimpant sur la montagne Phou Asa avec votre nouvel ami. Nuit au Kingfisher.
Jour 10: Kingfisher – Wat Phou – Donedeng
Aujourd’hui nous quittons l’écolodge Kingfisher et partons pour les fascinantes ruines pré-Angkoriennes Wat Phu. Nous aurons le temps d’explorer ces ruines khmer intriguantes, situées au pied du mont Phu Kao. Après le déjeuner, croisière en bateau local (celui aveclongue queue) jusqu’à Done Daeng où se trouve le lodge La Folie. Vous êtes libre de vous reposer ou d’explorer l’île le reste de la journée. Nuit à Done Daeng.
Jour 11: Done Daeng – 4 000 îles
Après le petit déjeuner, nous partons vers le sud par la route et par bateau pour Done Khone. Nous commencerons par retracer le passé colonial français à Ban Khone, où quelques vieilles maison coloniales sont encore visibles, visite d’une ancienne voie ferrée construite par les Français en 1897 afin de contourner les puissants rapides qui perturbent la navigation. Nous continuons l’exploration de la région des 4 000 îles par bateau et visitons la belle cascade de Liphi, aussi connue sous le nom de Samphamith, et qui forme une frontière naturelle entre de Laos et le Cambodge. Puis nous retournons à Ban Nakasang et roulons jusqu’à la fameuse cascade de Khone Phapeng, la plus large chute d’eau d’Asie du sud-est, surnommée «Niagara de l’est». Nuit à Done Daeng.
Jour 12: Done Daeng – Paksé – Départ
Après le petit déjeuner vous serez transféré à Paksé pour prendre le vol vers Siem Reap au Cambodge ou pour sortir du Laos par la route depuis le poste frontière international de Chongmek vers Ratchathani en Thaïlande, ou vers Khone Phapheng Kratié - Cambodge
J'espère que les spécialistes au Laos va vous donner plus d'information exactes.
Oui, je suis à Hanoi, Vietnam. Je sais comment faire au Laos, mais entant que spécialiste sur le Laos, je ne le suis pas. Sur Voyage Forum, il y a un forum sur Laos, peut être ce serait plus utile et plus exact pour vous de consulter auprès des spécialistes sur le Laos :).
A votre informations, j'ai le plaisir de vous envoyer une itinéraire comme ci-dessous:
J1: Hanoi -Xieng Khoang - Plaine des Jarres
J2: Xieng Khoang - Luang Prabang: Nous visiterons d’abord le marché du matin de Phousi où vous verrez les divers produits comme de la peau de buffle séchée, du thé local, du salpêtre, les poulets, les légumes ... et les minorités en train de broder. Le Laos est aussi connue pour son artisanat, et aujourd’hui vous visiterez des villages de minorités ethniques à Ban Quay – où habitent des Hmong, à Ban Ou – où habitent des Laoloum, et à Ban Thapene – où habitent des Khmu. A l’arrivée aux chutes de Khuangsi, vous pourrez vous rafraîchir en nageant dans les bassins, ou marcher au long des sentiers forestiers. Puis retour à Luang Prabang, après-midi libre. Nuit à Luang Prabang.
J3: Luang Prabang – Nong Khio (bateau)
Aujourd’hui nous commençons notre aventure en bateau en remontant la rivière Nam Ou, nous auront l’occasion d’admirer de féeriques paysages de forêt luxuriante. En chemin, nous nous arrêterons visiter les grottes sacrées de Pak Ou - 2 grottes communicantes remplies de milliers de statues de Bouddha, laquées d’or, et de tailles et de formes différentes, déposées par les dévots. En fin d’après-midi, nous rejoindrons notre destination pour la nuit, Nong Khio. Nuit à Nong Khio.
Jour 4 Nong Khio – Trek et croisière à Muang Ngoi
Ce matin nous prenons un bateau jusqu’à Muang Ngoi, un village pittoresque de pêcheurs, à 1 heure de Nong Khio. Nous partons ensuite en trek jusqu’à Tham Kang, qui selon la légende, abrite un Naga. Puis nous continuons à travers les rizières jusqu’au village Ban Na, qui est accessible seulement à pied, et donc a préservé tout son caractère.
Après le déjeuner, notre dernier arrêt est au village Thai Daeng de Huay Sen, avant de revenir à pied à Muang Ngoi, à travers un mélange de forêts et de rizières. Avant de remonter en bateau pour Nong Khio, vous voudrez peut-être faire comme les locaux et vous baigner dans la Nam Ou. Nous rentrons à Nong Khio tôt dans la soirée. Nuit à Nong Khio.
Jour 05: Nong Khio – Meng La
Ce matin nous aurons le temps de faire une petite marche jusqu’à Tham Pha Thok, une grotte karstique où les villageois se réfugiaient lors de la guerre d’Indochine. Des grottes vous aurez une vue magnifique sur la campagne environnante. Puis nous continuerons en voiture vers le nord, jusqu’à Muang La, un village pittoresque connu pour ses sources d’eaux chaudes. Vous pourrez vous y baigner, puis demander un massage au magnifique Muang La Resort. Nuit à Muang La
Jour 06: Meng La – trek
Vous partirez à 09h30am en minibus pour une courte ascension à travers une luxuriante forêt de bambou. Arrivée au sommet de la montagne, vous commencerez une marche jusqu’au premier village habité par les H’Mong, originaires des montagnes du Tibet. Vous apprendrez au sujet de leur vie quotidienne et plus spécifiquement le rôle des animaux dans le village et la façon dont les gens s’en occupent, ainsi que le long rituel des femmes et des filles du village pour s’habiller et se maquiller de façon traditionnelle. Ensuite vous visiterez un ancien camp militaire, qui reste une mémoire des souffrances du peuple laotien durant la guerre du Vietnam, même si la grande partie du monde occidental n’en a pas pris connaissance. Après ce bref instantané de la culture H’Mong, vous continuerez vers un village habité par des Akha, aussi connue sous le nom de Ikho, et originaires du Yunnan et du Tibet. Une marche à travers le village vous permettra de mieux découvrir cette minorité restant très proche de ses racines traditionnelles. Votre matinée s’achèvera par un délicieux déjeuner dans la maison du chef de village.
Après le déjeuner, vous continuerez jusqu’à un autre village Ikho, pour en apprendre plus au sujet de leur culture et traditions, comme par exemple la méthode qu’ils utilisent pour colorer leurs vêtements avec des teintures naturelles extraites de plantes locales, ou encore leur croyance dans le monde des esprits qui joue un rôle majeur dans leur vie de tous les jours. Retour au resort vers 4h30pm. Nuit à Meng La.
Jour 07: Meng La – Oudomxay – Vientiane
Après une matinée libre de vos activités, nous vous emmenons à Oudomxay pour prendre le vol pour Vientiane. En route nous aurons la chance de visiter l’intriguant temple Pra Xack Kham et ses images sacrées de Bouddha. Cette légendaire statue de 400 ans, et connue pour ses nombreux pouvoir surnaturels et est largement adulée des bouddhistes locaux. Après votre arrivée à Vientiane vous serez transféré à votre hôtel. Nuit à Vientiane.
Jour 08: Vientiane – Paksé – le Plateau des Boloven – Kingfisher Resort
Envol très matinal pour Parksé. A l'arrivée, transfert en route pour le plateau des Bolovens, abondant d’arbres d’industrie comme le thé, café, le cardamome, les légumes et les fruits. Sur le plateau, nous pouvons également visiter les villages de minoritaires ethniques: Alak, Lawe, Katu, Ya Heune.
Cette région est fameuse pour ses nombreuses chutes d’eaux, et nous visiterons la plus belle d’entres elles, Tad Fan. Cette cascade est spectaculaire avec ses deux chutes d’eaux plongeantes dans une profonde gorge entourée de végétation luxuriante. Dans l’après midi, nous arriverons à Tad Lo qui abrite également une belle cascade et et plusieurs minorités ethniques. Nous partons alors en direction du sud pour la zone protégée nationale Xi Pan et l’écolodge Kingfisher. Nuit au Kingfisher.
Jour 09: Kingfisher – école pour apprendre à monter les éléphants
Aujourd’hui vous aurez l’opportunité unique d’apprendre à monter un éléphant à l’école du Kingfisher. Le matin vous apprendrez les techniques de base, l’après-midi vous aurez la chance de pratiquer vos connaissances en grimpant sur la montagne Phou Asa avec votre nouvel ami. Nuit au Kingfisher.
Jour 10: Kingfisher – Wat Phou – Donedeng
Aujourd’hui nous quittons l’écolodge Kingfisher et partons pour les fascinantes ruines pré-Angkoriennes Wat Phu. Nous aurons le temps d’explorer ces ruines khmer intriguantes, situées au pied du mont Phu Kao. Après le déjeuner, croisière en bateau local (celui aveclongue queue) jusqu’à Done Daeng où se trouve le lodge La Folie. Vous êtes libre de vous reposer ou d’explorer l’île le reste de la journée. Nuit à Done Daeng.
Jour 11: Done Daeng – 4 000 îles
Après le petit déjeuner, nous partons vers le sud par la route et par bateau pour Done Khone. Nous commencerons par retracer le passé colonial français à Ban Khone, où quelques vieilles maison coloniales sont encore visibles, visite d’une ancienne voie ferrée construite par les Français en 1897 afin de contourner les puissants rapides qui perturbent la navigation. Nous continuons l’exploration de la région des 4 000 îles par bateau et visitons la belle cascade de Liphi, aussi connue sous le nom de Samphamith, et qui forme une frontière naturelle entre de Laos et le Cambodge. Puis nous retournons à Ban Nakasang et roulons jusqu’à la fameuse cascade de Khone Phapeng, la plus large chute d’eau d’Asie du sud-est, surnommée «Niagara de l’est». Nuit à Done Daeng.
Jour 12: Done Daeng – Paksé – Départ
Après le petit déjeuner vous serez transféré à Paksé pour prendre le vol vers Siem Reap au Cambodge ou pour sortir du Laos par la route depuis le poste frontière international de Chongmek vers Ratchathani en Thaïlande, ou vers Khone Phapheng Kratié - Cambodge
J'espère que les spécialistes au Laos va vous donner plus d'information exactes.
Bonjour,
Nous projetons de partir au Laos cet hivers, je souhaiterai avoir des infos sur le bus dont vous avez parlé Hanoi Vientiane, Fait-il des escales ? Nous voulons visiter le centre. Ou puis je trouver les tarifs, les horaires ? Comme nous avons un petit garçon de 3 ans, y a t-il un train, peu être plus confort, qui ferait le même trajet ?
Connaissez vous le centre du Laos ?
Un grand merci pour votre éclairage.
Nous projetons de partir au Laos cet hivers, je souhaiterai avoir des infos sur le bus dont vous avez parlé Hanoi Vientiane, Fait-il des escales ? Nous voulons visiter le centre. Ou puis je trouver les tarifs, les horaires ? Comme nous avons un petit garçon de 3 ans, y a t-il un train, peu être plus confort, qui ferait le même trajet ?
Connaissez vous le centre du Laos ?
Un grand merci pour votre éclairage.
lucie fly
Bonjour,
Il n'y a pas de train entre Hanoi et Vientiane (Pas de train au Laos).
Le trajet le plus direct en bus de Hanoi et Vientiane dure 24h, vous partez de 19h d'Hanoi pour arriver le lendemain à la même heure à Vientiane.
Le prix (à reverifier) est de 550,000VND = 30USD/pers.
Franchement avec u enfant de 3 ans, je ne conseille pas c long voyage en bus. Ca va être peinible pour vous et surtout pour votre enfant.
Vous pouvez faire un Hanoi-Luang Prabang ou Hanoi-Vientiane en avion. Bien à vous
Franchement avec u enfant de 3 ans, je ne conseille pas c long voyage en bus. Ca va être peinible pour vous et surtout pour votre enfant.
Vous pouvez faire un Hanoi-Luang Prabang ou Hanoi-Vientiane en avion. Bien à vous
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After exploring southern Peru in 2024 with your help, we’d love to head north next. There’ll be 5 or 6 of us:
1. Arrive in Lima in the evening.
2. Visit Lima and take a flight at 6:35 PM to Tarapoto.
3, 4, 5. Spend a few days there to trek in a reserve (Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve) or somewhere else.
6. From Tarapoto to Chachapoyas—either by overnight bus, daytime bus, or private car.
7. In Chachapoyas: Gocta Waterfall, Sonche Canyon, and walk back to town.
8. Head to Kuelap citadel, Revash, and arrive in Leymebamba.
9. Leymebamba museum, then route to Cajamarca.
10. Cajamarca hot springs, overnight bus to Trujillo or Chiclayo—or do both.
11, 12, 13. Visit and explore the area.
14. Overnight bus back to Lima.
15. Lima.
16. Depart at 8 PM for France.
What do you think of this itinerary? Looking forward to your advice.
Thanks
Hi everyone,
I’m planning a 7-day trip to Marrakech for a sports camp, and I’ll be traveling with just a standard carry-on backpack.
I’d love to hear your best tips and tricks: • What clothes are absolutely essential? • Any advice for managing the heat while traveling light? • Which accessories have been the most useful for you? • Mistakes to avoid on a first trip to Marrakech?
I’m also open to your recommendations for neighborhoods, restaurants, or activities not to miss during my free time.
Thanks in advance for your advice and experience! !
I’m planning a 7-day trip to Marrakech for a sports camp, and I’ll be traveling with just a standard carry-on backpack.
I’d love to hear your best tips and tricks: • What clothes are absolutely essential? • Any advice for managing the heat while traveling light? • Which accessories have been the most useful for you? • Mistakes to avoid on a first trip to Marrakech?
I’m also open to your recommendations for neighborhoods, restaurants, or activities not to miss during my free time.
Thanks in advance for your advice and experience! !
Hi there, we’re heading to the Cyclades from June 23 to July 9. We’ll arrive in Santorini and leave from Mykonos. We’re thinking of visiting these islands: Folegandros, Milos, Sifnos, Tinos, and Mykonos. Do you think it’s better to book the ferries now (which site do you recommend for booking?) or can we buy the tickets on the spot? Also, do you have any suggestions for accommodation under 100 €/night on each of these islands? Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone!
I’m planning my dream trip for next September, lasting about a month. Here’s my itinerary:
Amsterdam: 3 days (departing from Montreal) Tanzania: 3-day safari Zanzibar: 6 days Istanbul: 7 days Return to Montreal.
Since my budget is pretty tight, I’m looking for tips and advice to cut costs without sacrificing the experience. Here are my questions:
Multi-destination flights: What’s the best way to book these connections? Is it better to buy a one-way ticket from Montreal to Amsterdam, then a separate internal flight, or use comparison tools for a multi-destination ticket? Budget safari: Do you have recommendations for local agencies or tips to do a 3-day safari (Serengeti/Ngorongoro) at an affordable price (e.g., camping/glamping instead of luxury lodges)? Accommodation in Zanzibar: Which villages or types of lodging are the most budget-friendly and accessible via local transport for these 6 days? Istanbul: Any tips for well-located but cheap accommodation and great food deals?
Amsterdam: 3 days (departing from Montreal) Tanzania: 3-day safari Zanzibar: 6 days Istanbul: 7 days Return to Montreal.
Since my budget is pretty tight, I’m looking for tips and advice to cut costs without sacrificing the experience. Here are my questions:
Multi-destination flights: What’s the best way to book these connections? Is it better to buy a one-way ticket from Montreal to Amsterdam, then a separate internal flight, or use comparison tools for a multi-destination ticket? Budget safari: Do you have recommendations for local agencies or tips to do a 3-day safari (Serengeti/Ngorongoro) at an affordable price (e.g., camping/glamping instead of luxury lodges)? Accommodation in Zanzibar: Which villages or types of lodging are the most budget-friendly and accessible via local transport for these 6 days? Istanbul: Any tips for well-located but cheap accommodation and great food deals?
Hi,
Are there still basic, traditional, and affordable authentic accommodations in Poland? I’ll be traveling in July with my husband and our 2 kids along the Warsaw-Łódź-Toruń-Gdańsk route, and all I can find online are standardized Ikea-style apartments in the cities. When I look for agrotourism, it’s all luxury farms.
Can you find farms in the countryside or city lodgings for under 60 euros per night? And if so, how?
Is it possible to find accommodations on the spot without internet—like from people who put up signs—even in July?
Thanks for your reply
Thanks for your reply
Hi everyone
I’m spending a week in Paris and I’m looking to stay somewhere for the fewest euros possible :) Thanks for your help
Tigrou
I’m spending a week in Paris and I’m looking to stay somewhere for the fewest euros possible :) Thanks for your help
Tigrou
Hi,
I need to stay in Paris or Créteil for 2 nights a week for a month. I know some cheap backpacker options, but I’d like something even cheaper. Do you know of any rooms for rent from private individuals?
Thanks
Hi everyone,
We’re a young couple planning our first trip to Albania from June 23, 2026, to July 2, 2026. We have a pretty tight budget and want to make the most of this amazing country without breaking the bank.
We’re looking for all the advice you can give to help us plan our stay:
* What are the must-see places to visit? * Which cities or villages are really worth the detour? * What natural sites, hikes, canyons, springs, or viewpoints do you recommend? * Do you know of any free, uncrowded, or particularly beautiful beaches? * Where can we responsibly observe or swim with sea turtles? * What are the most beautiful beaches on the Albanian Riviera that are accessible on a small budget? * What budget-friendly accommodations (hotels, hostels, homestays, campgrounds) do you recommend? * What are the best ways to get around between different regions at a low cost? * Do you know of any reliable and affordable agencies for renting a vehicle (car, scooter, or motorcycle)? What are the average rates at the end of June, and which rental companies do you recommend or advise against? * Is it better to rent a vehicle right when we arrive or stick to local buses and minibuses to keep costs down? * Which restaurants or local specialties offer the best value for money? * Are there any free or low-cost activities we shouldn’t miss? * Which places do you think are overrated or can be skipped when you’re short on time and money? * What practical tips would you have wished you knew before your first trip to Albania?
We’d also love any 10-day itineraries that you particularly enjoyed, along with your budget estimates for accommodation, meals, and transportation.
We’re open to off-the-beaten-path spots and local tips. If you have any secret addresses, hidden beaches, favorite accommodations, or mistakes to avoid, we’d love to hear about them! 😊
We’re a young couple planning our first trip to Albania from June 23, 2026, to July 2, 2026. We have a pretty tight budget and want to make the most of this amazing country without breaking the bank.
We’re looking for all the advice you can give to help us plan our stay:
* What are the must-see places to visit? * Which cities or villages are really worth the detour? * What natural sites, hikes, canyons, springs, or viewpoints do you recommend? * Do you know of any free, uncrowded, or particularly beautiful beaches? * Where can we responsibly observe or swim with sea turtles? * What are the most beautiful beaches on the Albanian Riviera that are accessible on a small budget? * What budget-friendly accommodations (hotels, hostels, homestays, campgrounds) do you recommend? * What are the best ways to get around between different regions at a low cost? * Do you know of any reliable and affordable agencies for renting a vehicle (car, scooter, or motorcycle)? What are the average rates at the end of June, and which rental companies do you recommend or advise against? * Is it better to rent a vehicle right when we arrive or stick to local buses and minibuses to keep costs down? * Which restaurants or local specialties offer the best value for money? * Are there any free or low-cost activities we shouldn’t miss? * Which places do you think are overrated or can be skipped when you’re short on time and money? * What practical tips would you have wished you knew before your first trip to Albania?
We’d also love any 10-day itineraries that you particularly enjoyed, along with your budget estimates for accommodation, meals, and transportation.
We’re open to off-the-beaten-path spots and local tips. If you have any secret addresses, hidden beaches, favorite accommodations, or mistakes to avoid, we’d love to hear about them! 😊
Hi there, we’re planning a road trip in northern Algeria at the end of January – early February.
Anyone have any tips for a car rental agency that’s both reliable and not too expensive? Thanks in advance!
Hi there,
I traveled through southern Peru in November 2024 and now I’d like to explore the north. We’re a group of 5 people for a 15-day trip.
Iquitos or Nauta for the Amazon rainforest—I saw that you have to fly there. Chiclayo Chachapoyas Kuelap Leimebamba Cajamarca Trujillo And if we have time, Huaraz for the Andes cordillera.
No problem taking overnight buses—they save a lot of time. Or renting a car and figuring it out as we go.
We’d also love to take the train from Lima to Huancayo, but it seems complicated—I don’t understand when it runs.
Thanks for your help! Best regards,
I traveled through southern Peru in November 2024 and now I’d like to explore the north. We’re a group of 5 people for a 15-day trip.
Iquitos or Nauta for the Amazon rainforest—I saw that you have to fly there. Chiclayo Chachapoyas Kuelap Leimebamba Cajamarca Trujillo And if we have time, Huaraz for the Andes cordillera.
No problem taking overnight buses—they save a lot of time. Or renting a car and figuring it out as we go.
We’d also love to take the train from Lima to Huancayo, but it seems complicated—I don’t understand when it runs.
Thanks for your help! Best regards,
I’d like to drive to Morocco from Paris via Spain. I was really surprised to see the ferry crossing prices—around 500 €—but especially the crossing time (about 1 hour). Normally, I pay 3000 € to go to Tunisia from Genoa, but that’s for a 24-hour crossing.
My question: is it cheaper to buy the ticket on the spot, as some Moroccans have advised me? Though I’ve also heard the opposite.
What do you think, considering I need to get to Tétouan around July 17th and return from Tangier around August 4th?
Thanks in advance
Is there a bus between Djema el Fna square and Guéliz? Where do you catch it?
Change: at Djema el Fna square or go to Bld Mohamed V?
Thanks!
Hi there,
I’m planning a 10-day trip to Slovenia in May (9–19 May) and starting to look at accommodations. Unfortunately, I’m only seeing relatively expensive options—nothing under 50 €, and usually around 100–150 €. Traveling solo, that could quickly blow my budget. And 30 € for a bed in a 10-person dorm at a youth hostel feels like a rip-off...
Are there other booking sources besides the usual Booking.com, Airbnb, and Google? Or can anyone confirm if I’ll find more reasonable rates on the ground around Bled, Bohinj, Triglav, or in mountain huts? I’ll be renting a car to optimize my travel, so I won’t be limited geographically.
Thanks so much! !
I’m planning a 10-day trip to Slovenia in May (9–19 May) and starting to look at accommodations. Unfortunately, I’m only seeing relatively expensive options—nothing under 50 €, and usually around 100–150 €. Traveling solo, that could quickly blow my budget. And 30 € for a bed in a 10-person dorm at a youth hostel feels like a rip-off...
Are there other booking sources besides the usual Booking.com, Airbnb, and Google? Or can anyone confirm if I’ll find more reasonable rates on the ground around Bled, Bohinj, Triglav, or in mountain huts? I’ll be renting a car to optimize my travel, so I won’t be limited geographically.
Thanks so much! !
Hi there,
Could you recommend some nice and affordable neighborhoods to book a hotel in for visiting Nice and exploring its surroundings and nearby villages?
I’d like to know if it’s better to book the entire stay in Nice and take day trips to the villages, or if there are villages worth spending at least one night in to really explore them properly?
Since all the villages are stunning and we have to make a choice, which ones are absolutely must-visit?
My 16-year-old daughter and I will be spending a week there at the end of April. We’ll arrive by TGV from Paris and plan to use public transport during our stay. Do you know if there’s a weekly transport pass available and how much it costs?
Thanks in advance for your help!
I’d like to know if it’s better to book the entire stay in Nice and take day trips to the villages, or if there are villages worth spending at least one night in to really explore them properly?
Since all the villages are stunning and we have to make a choice, which ones are absolutely must-visit?
My 16-year-old daughter and I will be spending a week there at the end of April. We’ll arrive by TGV from Paris and plan to use public transport during our stay. Do you know if there’s a weekly transport pass available and how much it costs?
Thanks in advance for your help!
hi there
I’m planning to spend about twenty days in Réunion in November. I’d like to get around using the *car jaune* (2 € per ticket), but from what I’ve heard, it doesn’t cover the whole island. I’m not looking to head toward the ocean and the beautiful beaches—more toward the mountainous landscapes, even if I’ll just be admiring them from below. 😉 Maybe other buses go where I want to go. By the way, are there any relatively easy mountain hikes, and where?
But here’s the most important part: I don’t want to book anything in advance because I don’t know what my itinerary will look like—it’ll change depending on my mood. 3 days here, 5 days there, etc. On top of that, I’d like to arrange half-board stays with locals—not professionals—by approaching them and asking if they’d be willing to host me (overnight stay, breakfast, and dinner) for 30 € to 40 € per day.
What do you think? Does the price seem reasonable? And is it okay to take the initiative and ask Réunionnais directly?
The tourist office in Réunion told me that since November is peak tourist season, I should book without delay. 🤪
For four years in a row, I traveled across Canada for a month and a half each time, relying only on hitchhiking and half-board stays with Canadians who welcomed me (and refused to let me pay them).
If I’d listened to my family and friends, I never would’ve taken the leap—and that adventure remains one of the best experiences of my life.
Thanks for your input!
I’m planning to spend about twenty days in Réunion in November. I’d like to get around using the *car jaune* (2 € per ticket), but from what I’ve heard, it doesn’t cover the whole island. I’m not looking to head toward the ocean and the beautiful beaches—more toward the mountainous landscapes, even if I’ll just be admiring them from below. 😉 Maybe other buses go where I want to go. By the way, are there any relatively easy mountain hikes, and where?
But here’s the most important part: I don’t want to book anything in advance because I don’t know what my itinerary will look like—it’ll change depending on my mood. 3 days here, 5 days there, etc. On top of that, I’d like to arrange half-board stays with locals—not professionals—by approaching them and asking if they’d be willing to host me (overnight stay, breakfast, and dinner) for 30 € to 40 € per day.
What do you think? Does the price seem reasonable? And is it okay to take the initiative and ask Réunionnais directly?
The tourist office in Réunion told me that since November is peak tourist season, I should book without delay. 🤪
For four years in a row, I traveled across Canada for a month and a half each time, relying only on hitchhiking and half-board stays with Canadians who welcomed me (and refused to let me pay them).
If I’d listened to my family and friends, I never would’ve taken the leap—and that adventure remains one of the best experiences of my life.
Thanks for your input!
Hi everyone,
It’s been ages since I last dropped by here... maybe simply because, apart from Nepal, I haven’t really had the chance to hit the road lately. 😉
This year, I’d love to spend a few days in Lisbon, probably in late May or early June. But with my budget being what it is, I’m looking for great tips to avoid wasting time once I’m there and risk missing out on hidden gems or unusual culinary specialties and/or quirky activities! I’m hoping to find a room in a local’s home where I can stay in a quiet neighborhood near the center, so I can get around without relying too much on public transport—my walking shoes are my best travel buddies. I’d love all your recommendations, especially for parks, small neighborhood markets, casual eateries for a quick bite, your favorite viewpoints to soak in the scenery (I’m bringing my travel journal to sketch my getaway in watercolors), events around traditional art and crafts, and so on. All your advice will definitely help me travel peacefully and come back with my head full of vibrant memories! Thanks in advance, everyone! Isabelle
It’s been ages since I last dropped by here... maybe simply because, apart from Nepal, I haven’t really had the chance to hit the road lately. 😉
This year, I’d love to spend a few days in Lisbon, probably in late May or early June. But with my budget being what it is, I’m looking for great tips to avoid wasting time once I’m there and risk missing out on hidden gems or unusual culinary specialties and/or quirky activities! I’m hoping to find a room in a local’s home where I can stay in a quiet neighborhood near the center, so I can get around without relying too much on public transport—my walking shoes are my best travel buddies. I’d love all your recommendations, especially for parks, small neighborhood markets, casual eateries for a quick bite, your favorite viewpoints to soak in the scenery (I’m bringing my travel journal to sketch my getaway in watercolors), events around traditional art and crafts, and so on. All your advice will definitely help me travel peacefully and come back with my head full of vibrant memories! Thanks in advance, everyone! Isabelle
Hey everyone!
I’m diving into planning a trip I’ve dreamed of for a long time: crossing Africa from North to South solo, with a departure planned for October 2025 for about 8-9 months. I’m leaving from Paris with a starting budget of around 7,000 €, aiming to supplement it with work along the way.
My planned route: Senegal → Gambia → Sierra Leone/Liberia (if logistics work out) → Côte d'Ivoire → Ghana → Togo → Benin → Cameroon → Gabon → Kenya (Masai Mara) → Uganda (Bwindi gorillas) → Rwanda → Tanzania (Kili + Serengeti + Zanzibar) → Mozambique → Malawi → Zambia (Victoria Falls) → Botswana → Namibia → South Africa (Cape Town). Madagascar as a bonus if timing/budget allows from Mozambique.
I’m not a backpacking newbie—I’ve done several trips in Europe and I’m familiar with the lifestyle, hostels, local transport, etc. But Africa is my first big adventure on this continent, and I’ve got some very concrete questions I’d love feedback on from people who’ve been there.
🎭 My big dilemma: flexibility vs. pre-organized work
What matters most to me is NOT rushing through. If I feel good somewhere, I’ll stay longer. If a region doesn’t click, I’ll cut it short. That seems totally incompatible with having pre-booked work or volunteer gigs, yet I need that income to stretch my budget.
I’m torn between two approaches:
Option A: The mixed rhythm: 3-4 weeks of volunteering in a country (free accommodation, full immersion), then 1-2 countries in classic backpacker "vacation" mode, then another mission somewhere, etc. This gives a breathing rhythm and avoids burnout from non-stop volunteering.
Option B: The continuous flow: finding gigs as I go, from the previous country, contacting hosts 2-3 weeks in advance with a flexible date range. Keeping maximum spontaneity but never arriving anywhere without a safety net.
Have you tried either? What actually works on the ground in Africa?
🌍 What I’m really looking for in this trip
Not just the classic tourist spots. I want to see the country as it is—eating at local joints, taking local transport (bush taxis, minibuses, sept-places), staying with locals when possible. The big reserves and safaris are part of the plan (Masai Mara, Serengeti, Okavango), but just as much as hanging out in a residential neighborhood in Dakar, understanding how people really live.
Volunteering or work interests me for that reason too (not just for free lodging, but because it’s the deepest way to dive into a country). Working at a school in Ghana, a lodge in Kenya, a permaculture farm in Mozambique—I see it as an immersion that classic tourism can’t offer.
🎒 My concrete questions
About Workaway and Worldpackers: I’ve read a lot but would love on-the-ground feedback, especially for West and East Africa. Are hosts really flexible with dates for long-term travelers? Do the advertised gigs match reality? Are there alternative platforms you’d recommend for Africa specifically (I’ve heard of Help Exchange, WWOOF Africa, local networks…)?
About "off-platform" jobs: Is it really doable to find informal work on the spot (bars, restaurants, lodges) without prior contacts? In which countries/cities is this most accessible for a French speaker without a local work permit?
About logistics between countries: For those who’ve done the West Coast (Senegal → Ghana → Benin), how did you cross borders? Direct buses or local shared taxis at each border? And for the jump from Central Africa → Kenya, is a flight mandatory, or are there feasible overland routes?
About Madagascar: I’m considering adding it from Mozambique (flight Maputo or Beira → Tana). Those who’ve done it backpacker-style on a tight budget—is 3-4 weeks doable, or is it too short to be worth it?
I’m open to all tips, experiences, warnings, and pleasant surprises. And if you’ve got trusted local contacts (Workaway hosts, associations, community lodges), I’m all ears!
I’ve got tons of questions and I’m eager for any advice or experiences you can share!!
I’m diving into planning a trip I’ve dreamed of for a long time: crossing Africa from North to South solo, with a departure planned for October 2025 for about 8-9 months. I’m leaving from Paris with a starting budget of around 7,000 €, aiming to supplement it with work along the way.
My planned route: Senegal → Gambia → Sierra Leone/Liberia (if logistics work out) → Côte d'Ivoire → Ghana → Togo → Benin → Cameroon → Gabon → Kenya (Masai Mara) → Uganda (Bwindi gorillas) → Rwanda → Tanzania (Kili + Serengeti + Zanzibar) → Mozambique → Malawi → Zambia (Victoria Falls) → Botswana → Namibia → South Africa (Cape Town). Madagascar as a bonus if timing/budget allows from Mozambique.
I’m not a backpacking newbie—I’ve done several trips in Europe and I’m familiar with the lifestyle, hostels, local transport, etc. But Africa is my first big adventure on this continent, and I’ve got some very concrete questions I’d love feedback on from people who’ve been there.
🎭 My big dilemma: flexibility vs. pre-organized work
What matters most to me is NOT rushing through. If I feel good somewhere, I’ll stay longer. If a region doesn’t click, I’ll cut it short. That seems totally incompatible with having pre-booked work or volunteer gigs, yet I need that income to stretch my budget.
I’m torn between two approaches:
Option A: The mixed rhythm: 3-4 weeks of volunteering in a country (free accommodation, full immersion), then 1-2 countries in classic backpacker "vacation" mode, then another mission somewhere, etc. This gives a breathing rhythm and avoids burnout from non-stop volunteering.
Option B: The continuous flow: finding gigs as I go, from the previous country, contacting hosts 2-3 weeks in advance with a flexible date range. Keeping maximum spontaneity but never arriving anywhere without a safety net.
Have you tried either? What actually works on the ground in Africa?
🌍 What I’m really looking for in this trip
Not just the classic tourist spots. I want to see the country as it is—eating at local joints, taking local transport (bush taxis, minibuses, sept-places), staying with locals when possible. The big reserves and safaris are part of the plan (Masai Mara, Serengeti, Okavango), but just as much as hanging out in a residential neighborhood in Dakar, understanding how people really live.
Volunteering or work interests me for that reason too (not just for free lodging, but because it’s the deepest way to dive into a country). Working at a school in Ghana, a lodge in Kenya, a permaculture farm in Mozambique—I see it as an immersion that classic tourism can’t offer.
🎒 My concrete questions
About Workaway and Worldpackers: I’ve read a lot but would love on-the-ground feedback, especially for West and East Africa. Are hosts really flexible with dates for long-term travelers? Do the advertised gigs match reality? Are there alternative platforms you’d recommend for Africa specifically (I’ve heard of Help Exchange, WWOOF Africa, local networks…)?
About "off-platform" jobs: Is it really doable to find informal work on the spot (bars, restaurants, lodges) without prior contacts? In which countries/cities is this most accessible for a French speaker without a local work permit?
About logistics between countries: For those who’ve done the West Coast (Senegal → Ghana → Benin), how did you cross borders? Direct buses or local shared taxis at each border? And for the jump from Central Africa → Kenya, is a flight mandatory, or are there feasible overland routes?
About Madagascar: I’m considering adding it from Mozambique (flight Maputo or Beira → Tana). Those who’ve done it backpacker-style on a tight budget—is 3-4 weeks doable, or is it too short to be worth it?
I’m open to all tips, experiences, warnings, and pleasant surprises. And if you’ve got trusted local contacts (Workaway hosts, associations, community lodges), I’m all ears!
I’ve got tons of questions and I’m eager for any advice or experiences you can share!!
Hi there,
We’re planning a trip for 2 adults and 2 kids to Tanzania and Zanzibar. I’ve had a quick look, and the prices are starting to get pretty wild.
We’ve got a budget of 8,000 €, and I was thinking of doing three or four days of safari and three or four days in Zanzibar, but even that seems like it might be over budget. Have you got any thoughts? I was also considering heading straight to Zanzibar and doing a one- or two-day excursion by plane instead—maybe that’d be cheaper than staying in a lodge.
Anyway, thanks for sharing your experiences and any price tips, departing from Nice!
Good evening,
As two senior French couples who are used to traveling independently all over the world, we’d like to visit Kenya next November.
Now, after seeing and reading a bit everywhere, and with the first quotes for a 6/7-day safari, I’m shocked by the prices (like $2,250) for places like Maasai Mara, where entry alone costs $200 per person per day, plus fees for the driver and vehicle.
So if you have any recent great tips or contacts to share to help me out, I’d really appreciate it—because despite the costs, we’d still love to go, while keeping things reasonable.
The most plausible solution is probably renting a vehicle with a driver-guide.
Thanks in advance for all your replies.
Jacques
We’ll be in Srinagar for 4 days in mid-May 2026 during our backpacking trip as a couple. Do you have any nice places to recommend, and what about the houseboats on Dal Lake? Should we spend all our nights there, or just one night for practicality when getting around?
Thanks,
Rozenn
Hi there,
This is my first time traveling to Italy, and I’m planning to go by car.
From what I’ve read, parking is tough in cities like Florence.
I’m looking for a small town not too far from Florence where I can stay and park my car, then take the train to visit Florence.
Any ideas or suggestions?
Thanks in advance
Hi there, it’s been a long time since I last went to London. I’d love to spend a week there in July with my daughter and my niece (both young adults).
Of course, I’m looking for great tips on accommodation, and I’m wondering about renting an apartment. It seems like a better deal to save on restaurants (with the option of having a few meals at home... but is that really the case? I’m not sure about the cost of a meal in a modest restaurant, the pound exchange rate, or grocery prices...). Otherwise, I’d like to stay in accommodation (hotel or apartment) near a tube station and in Zone 1.
If you have any great tips, I’d love to hear them!
Thanks,
Marsyork
Of course, I’m looking for great tips on accommodation, and I’m wondering about renting an apartment. It seems like a better deal to save on restaurants (with the option of having a few meals at home... but is that really the case? I’m not sure about the cost of a meal in a modest restaurant, the pound exchange rate, or grocery prices...). Otherwise, I’d like to stay in accommodation (hotel or apartment) near a tube station and in Zone 1.
If you have any great tips, I’d love to hear them!
Thanks,
Marsyork
Hi everyone!
I’m heading to Morocco for a trip in the south, starting with 3 days in Marrakech (from January 8th to 11th, 2026).
If you’ve got any tips, cool spots to recommend, I’m all ears! 🎊
And, fellow traveler, if you’d like to share this Marrakech adventure together, I’d love that!
Have a great evening
Hi there,
I’m planning a trip to Peru and have estimated how many days I’ll spend in each place.
Any advice on must-see sights and tourist traps to avoid?
September–October
5 days in Lima
Bus: 07:00→13:30 or 06:00 to 09:30 (express) (3 hr 30 min journey) 3 days in Paracas (beach)
3 days in Nazca
3 days in Arequipa
3 days in Puno (Lake Titicaca)
5 days in Cusco
Thanks in advance
5 days in Lima
Bus: 07:00→13:30 or 06:00 to 09:30 (express) (3 hr 30 min journey) 3 days in Paracas (beach)
3 days in Nazca
3 days in Arequipa
3 days in Puno (Lake Titicaca)
5 days in Cusco
Thanks in advance