Vol de bagages dans les bus en Thaïlande: gros risques?
by Jane44
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
Bonjour,
Nous allons faire le trajet Bangkok Sukhothai en bus et sans doute en bus de nuit pour gagner du temps. Mais plus la date approche (dans un mois) et plus je me pose des questions ! Le risque de vol de bagages dans la soute des bus est-il TRES important et faut il toujours surveiller et rester éveillés ??? Pourriez-vous me donner des conseils ou me faire part de vos expériences afin de me rassurer (si c'est possible !) et également me dire quel type de bus prendre afin de minimiser les risques ? (gouvernementaux ou privés ?).
Merci d'avance.
Salut a toi.
Alors personellement, j'ai pris aussi bien des bus publiques que privé, de nuit comme de jour, et je n'ai jamais eu le moindre problème au niveau des bagages, déja d'une ils sont en soute, donc le seul moment ou quelqu'un pourrait te piquer ton sac serait a l'arrèt, et ce serait pas très discrèt.
Je pense que c'est encore le Lonely planet qui fait fliquer les gens, j'ai vu qu'il disait de faire attention, mais de la a rester éveiller....pardon mais lol, il y a des risques partout, a mon avis tu te feras pas plus voler ton sac en bus en thailande que chez toi en France, après y'a toujours les coups de malchance....
Juste un pote qui s'est fait piquer 1 mètre de corde qu'il avait accroché autour de son sac, qui pendouillait, bon on a jamais vraiment su si c'était du vol ou que ca c'était détaché a un moment ou a un autre dans le bus mais bon...
Non je pense que y'a aucun soucis a se faire la dessus.
😉 Salut,
Pour les vols de bagages, le risque zero n'existe pas mais, voyageant de nuit, ce risque est plus faible. Il y a en general peu d'arrets de prevu la nuit (bcp plus en voyage de jour). Quant aux voleurs, je fais plus confiance aux Thais qu'aux travellers.
Quant a la notion prive/gouvernemental, j'ai un faible pour les trajets en bus public pour 2 raisons: transport plus "local" que de voyager en groupe de touristes, un peu moins cher (si budget serre)
Ne soit pas surprise si la lumiere generale est coupee apres un certain temps de trajet et que les loupiotes plafond ne fonctionnent pas.
Bien que les bus prives soient (un peu) plus chers car, la prise en charge se faite de Kao San Rd et non des terminaux de bus assez distant du centre de Bangkok, il est courant de trouver le meme confort de voyage (absence de lumiere, fauteuils deteriores).
Attention au bus climatises...la clim' t'assassine durant le trajet!!
Bons voyages,
TonSai
Bons voyages,
TonSai
Salut,
j'ai entendu parler de vols mais seulement dans les minibus, sur les trajets affrétés directement par les petites agences de Kho San Road... Et encore, il ne s'agissait pas de vol du sac entier mais juste de fouille du sac. Donc, si tu voyages en bus public il n'y a a priori pas de problème. Un conseil : tu gardes tes affaires précieuses (argent, papiers, appareil photo) dans ton sac à mai avec toi dans le bus, et laisse le reste dans la soute l'esprit tranquille... Prend des boules quies pour le bus de nuit, sur ce même trajet j'ai eu dorit la moitié de la nuit à une émission de TV particulièrement débile, avec le son à fond !
j'ai entendu parler de vols mais seulement dans les minibus, sur les trajets affrétés directement par les petites agences de Kho San Road... Et encore, il ne s'agissait pas de vol du sac entier mais juste de fouille du sac. Donc, si tu voyages en bus public il n'y a a priori pas de problème. Un conseil : tu gardes tes affaires précieuses (argent, papiers, appareil photo) dans ton sac à mai avec toi dans le bus, et laisse le reste dans la soute l'esprit tranquille... Prend des boules quies pour le bus de nuit, sur ce même trajet j'ai eu dorit la moitié de la nuit à une émission de TV particulièrement débile, avec le son à fond !
Cyrille
salut ! en discutant avec quelques expat a bangkok, ils m'ont garanti que cela n'arrivait quasiment plus ... pour etre sur mets ton sac en premier tout au fond de la soute dans les gros bus . Bien sur, il y a ces agences peu scupuleuses sur kao san road, donc fait attention surtout a qui tu t'adresses
Fin avril, j'ai croisé un jeune anglais qui venait de se faire dépouiller dans un minibus sur le trajet kho tao / BKK... trajet bien entendu acheté un truc comme 450 bats dans une agence de Kao san !
Donc arrive encore, mais d'après moi surtout quand on cherche... 450 baths, ce n'est même pas le prix du bateau seul.
Cyrille
Merci à tous !
Vos avis me réconfortent et confirment ce que je pensais au début... mais c'est vrai qu'après, quand on lit toutes les mises en garde, on flippe un peu !!!
Par contre je pensais que tous les bus, privés ou gouvernementaux, partaient du Terminal Nord et je vois que TonSai me dit que les "privés" partent de Kao San Road ???? 🤪 Vous pouvez m'en dire plus sur les différents endroits où on peut prendre le bus !!
Salut voisin (je suis nantais...) !!
Comme partout, on garde tout ce qui a de la valeur avec soi. Et meme quand tu dors dans le car, garde tout sous le bras ou dans un sac bien fermé. Mais sinon aucun risque.
Ca arrive aussi dans le TGV, alors ne pas stressé. De toute facon quand on va en Thailande on a pas grand chose de précieux à part un appareil photo, un passeport et une Mastercard.
Comme partout, on garde tout ce qui a de la valeur avec soi. Et meme quand tu dors dans le car, garde tout sous le bras ou dans un sac bien fermé. Mais sinon aucun risque.
Ca arrive aussi dans le TGV, alors ne pas stressé. De toute facon quand on va en Thailande on a pas grand chose de précieux à part un appareil photo, un passeport et une Mastercard.
Tu as principalement 3 gares de bus : la gare Nord (Chatuchak bus station), la gare Sud, et Ekkamai.
Toutes ces gares sont publiques et très faciles à trouver (tous les taxis connaissent). Une fois sur place tu achetes ton billet pour ta destination au guichet correspondant.
Pour Sukothai c'est la gare nord (aussi appelée Northern Bus Station en anglais). Suffit de sauter dans un taxi et il t'y dépose. Pense à écrire sur un bout de papier "gare de bus nord" écrit en Thai par quelqu'un sur place.
Toutes ces gares sont publiques et très faciles à trouver (tous les taxis connaissent). Une fois sur place tu achetes ton billet pour ta destination au guichet correspondant.
Pour Sukothai c'est la gare nord (aussi appelée Northern Bus Station en anglais). Suffit de sauter dans un taxi et il t'y dépose. Pense à écrire sur un bout de papier "gare de bus nord" écrit en Thai par quelqu'un sur place.
D'autant que les terminaux de bus sont bien plus démonstratifs du fonctionnement des transports Thai et de la facon dont les Thai voyagent, donc bien plus intéressant que Kao San.
hello,
en femme deule, j'ai traverse la thailande du nord au sud et d'est en ouest, JE N'AI JAMAIS EU DE PROBLEME.
Par contre je me suis fait tirer ma carte bleu dans un distrib en bas de chez moi PARIS 20eme.
donc ne flippe pas.
amical
que la puissance de la jungle soit avec toi
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Pour les bus, RV dans l'un des terminaux de BKK! Rien a faire sur Koa San Rd... a part peut-etre pour y observer les Occidentaux evolues loin de leur carcan conformiste.
Tu peux dormir sur tes deux oreilles seulement a condition que le chauffeur ne mette pas la musique Thai a fond les balons jusqu'a 4 heures du mat 😄
exactement, en normal il faut compter au minimum 800bath pour un trajet ko tao + transfert a BKK
Oui j'ai vu pas mal de touristes prendre les somnifères dans les bus quand la musique se fesait trop...présente! enfin ca me fesait bien rire.
Par contre j'ai vu un boulet de touriste (anglais pour changer....) hurler sur un chauffeur de minibus pour qu'il coupe sa musique.
Y'a défois on se dit que la violence ne résoud rien, mais on fouterait bien un bon coup de poing dans la tronche de certains ....
Je sais pas si c'est moi, mais avec tous les francais avec qui j'ai parlé pendant le voyage, on est tombés d'accord sur un point : tous les anglais qu'on a vu étaient de gros bourrins (je dis bien anglais pas anglophone), toujours bourré, totallement irréspéctueux des gens et des cultures, même irréspectueux des autres touristes, bruyant, bref complètement bourrins...
Vous avez pas trouvés? je sais pas si c'est un problème de culture anglo saxone qui est différente mais j'ai vraiment remarqué ca?
Voyage juste avec un sac a dos que tu gardes tjs pres de toi et comme ça pas de risque lol
bien déjà le problème des visiteurs de bagages la nuit est sur VF, c'est très bien expliquer, ce problème indélicat est exclusivement destiné aux touristes kaosanistes, se sont les bus da kaosan qui pratiquent ce genre de chose en aucun cas les bus bleus ou oranges,
par contre ce qui peut arriver est un passager qui descend en plein milieux de la nuit demande son bagage et a la vue du votre peut être attirer, mais je n'ai jamais eut eco de cela,
bon dodo
« Le voyage apprend la tolérance. »
Benjamin Disraeli
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Tout à fait d'accord, ils manquent de respect j'ai été au Laos ds un bled conçu pour eux... L'horreur: bars avec divans pour anglo saxons avachis qui regardent des séries à la con bourrés de "magic mushrooms"...Pitoyables en Inde où ils oint fait transferer trois fois une table en terasse à un serveur enflé comme une allumette, au point que mon mec qui est plutot calme leur en a passé une après avoir laché un "il m'E..." tonitruant. On a été élu "couple le plus gentil" d'Udaipur" après ça. En + ma fille 18 ans m'en ramène un qui se ferait bien servir lui aussi GREU.....
Je crois que c'est lié à leur invasion linguistique et culturelle et comme on ne sait pas promouvoir notre langue et notre culture...Moi on m'a demandé plein de cours de français au Laos ds les temples.C'était sympa et un moyen de lutter contre cette espéce de terrorisme culturel qui fait suer.
Salut
vava
Les couleurs ? 😉
Mais pourquoi vouloir voyager avec de grosse valise ? Prends juste un sac à dos et comme ça tu n'auras plus de problème. 🙂
Mais pourquoi vouloir voyager avec de grosse valise ? Prends juste un sac à dos et comme ça tu n'auras plus de problème. 🙂
Bonjour, pourquoi diable avoir peur, c'est normal si vous prenez n'importe quelle agence,
Je vous conseille de prendre vos tickets bus et bateau pour Koh Samui, a l'agence " Songserm " c'est la plus fiable, bus confortable, chauffeur serieux qui ne roule pas comme un fou, avec deux acconpagnateurs,
et pourtant je suis retraité et bien je donne 20/20 a cette Cie,
Mais pas sur Kaosan Road, l'agence est deux pas a coté, vous pouvez déposer vos sacs ou valises, elle serons garder toute la journée sous l'oeil de la dame au bureau, a l'heure du départ vers 18 hrs 30, une personne de l'agence vous enmene a pied ( dix minutes de marche et encore ) a l'arret du bus et vous recevez un macaron a coller sur votre t-schirt,
Dans le bus aucun problème, même a l'arret vers minuit pour besoins naturels ou manger un morceau, le chaufeur reste pres du bus et surveille,
A l'arrivée a Surathani, petite halte pour prendre casse croute, café, etc... ( une bonne heure ), et ensuite rassemblement des macaron de même couleur et embarquement sur le bateau qui fait la traversée,
Voila donc ce que nous avons fait, mon épouse et moi même, nous etions accompagnés de notre fille et son ami, ce qui nous as aidés pour baragnouiner en anglais,
Noubliez pas, agence " Songserm "
Trop jeune pour mourir
Trop vieux pour le rock end roll
en décembre j'ai rencontré des mecs, des francais, qui se sont fait dérober des trucs dans le backpack, un trajet BKK->Chumporn je crois.. sa va tjrs exister.. suffit de garder ses trucs les plus important dans son daypack..
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"Traveling is not about what you see, its about who you meet." -Moi
J'ai pris des dizaines de fois le bus public longue distance ou le train sans connaitre aucun PB.
Certains trajets réalisés dans des coins non touristiques et etant le seul etranger à bord.
De toute façon les thais savent bien que les touristes gardent argent passeport et tout ce qui est precieux avec eux .
comme dit un Vfiste il y a plus de risques avec des routards indelicats.
cdlt Jean
cdlt Jean
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OUI tu dois garder tes effets personnels importants (passport, billet d avion, cpermis de conduire international, electronique diverses avec toi dans le bus sans oublier de jeter un coup d'oeil de temps en temps si il est au dessus par exemple dans le petit compartiment pour sac a main (le mieux est de decalé ton petit sac sur la rangé opposé pour avoir une meilleure visu sur celui ci).Faut pas etre parano non plus et sache que certaines agences de bus serieuses (oui ca existe!) te remettent un ticket et consigne ton sac en soute...comme cela pas de soucis de vol :-)
je ne sais pas si mon post te servira vu que ton message commence a dater mais en tout cas ca sera un p'ti complement d infos pour les autres qui liront le mien.😉
OUI tu dois garder tes effets personnels importants (passport, billet d avion, cpermis de conduire international, electronique diverses avec toi dans le bus sans oublier de jeter un coup d'oeil de temps en temps si il est au dessus par exemple dans le petit compartiment pour sac a main (le mieux est de decalé ton petit sac sur la rangé opposé pour avoir une meilleure visu sur celui ci).Faut pas etre parano non plus et sache que certaines agences de bus serieuses (oui ca existe!) te remettent un ticket et consigne ton sac en soute...comme cela pas de soucis de vol :-)
je ne sais pas si mon post te servira vu que ton message commence a dater mais en tout cas ca sera un p'ti complement d infos pour les autres qui liront le mien.😉
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pour un monde meilleur...on peut rever!!!
pour un monde meilleur...on peut rever!!!
les réponses apportées à ce fil m'interpellent!
"ton sac est en soute donc pas de soucis, blablabla"...le problème est que les vols sont commis par les conducteurs eux memes!! je viens d'en faire les frais: sac en soute et il a été fouillé...par qui à votre avis? quand a mon petit sac, qui était pres de moi, il a été fouillé également, par chance ils n'ont rien pris sauf mon couteau...
ca me choque également de lire que "c'est pas grave, il suffit de garder ce qui est important avec soi"...si, c'est grave...ce genre de réponse cest cautionner ce qui se passe dans ces bus
En Thailande, je me suis fait piquer deux fois des objets dans un sac a dos dans la soute. Deux paires de lunettes, lampe torche et chargeur de baladeur, autant dire des bricoles.
Deux fois dans des bus prives
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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).
Thanks!
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).
Thanks!
hi
I’ll be on a cruise on January 11, 2027. We’re stopping in Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My).
I’d love to see something other than the city—anyone have recommendations or a guide for 6-8 people with pickup at the port?
I’d really like to visit some rice paddies.
I’ll be on a cruise on January 11, 2027. We’re stopping in Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My).
I’d love to see something other than the city—anyone have recommendations or a guide for 6-8 people with pickup at the port?
I’d really like to visit some rice paddies.
Hi there,
I’m spending 4 days in Kuala Lumpur.
Could you let me know what’s absolutely worth visiting and what’s not really worth the effort?
Any suggested itinerary?
Apart from Batu Caves, I don’t have many ideas...
I’m traveling with my partner and our 16-year-old son.
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
I’m spending 4 days in Kuala Lumpur.
Could you let me know what’s absolutely worth visiting and what’s not really worth the effort?
Any suggested itinerary?
Apart from Batu Caves, I don’t have many ideas...
I’m traveling with my partner and our 16-year-old son.
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
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!
Hi there,
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. ;-)
Thanks for your tips! DrSnuggle
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. ;-)
Thanks for your tips! DrSnuggle
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! :-)
Hi there
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?????
Thanks for any tips—I’m stuck!
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?????
Thanks for any tips—I’m stuck!
Hi there,
we’ll be in Mai Chau in June and we’re thinking of heading to Sapa, but first spending a few days in Bac Ha to do some hiking and explore the area.
Is this a good idea for those who’ve been there?
How do you get there?
Thanks for your feedback.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hi everyone. As I’m planning my trip for next winter, I’m looking for hotel suggestions in Camotes, Bantayan, Malapascua, Bohol, and Siquijor. The ones I had in mind seem to be fully booked (unless it’s too early?). For those familiar with the area, is it easy to find accommodations on the spot in January/February? I’m specifically looking for hotels with a pool, beachfront, air conditioning, and easy scooter rental nearby. Thanks for your tips!
Hi there,
I’m planning an itinerary and would love some feedback on whether it’s doable and if the number of days per destination is enough—or too much. I was also debating whether to add an extra night on an island or spend an extra night in Kampot to visit Kep or Battambang.
March 23: Arrival in Phnom Penh in the morning March 24: Phnom Penh March 25: Phnom Penh March 26: Depart for Kampot March 27: Kampot March 28: Depart for Battambang March 29: Battambang March 30: Tonlé SAP to Siem Reap March 31: Siem Reap April 1: Siem Reap April 2: Siem Reap April 3: Siem Reap April 4: Siem Reap April 5: Departure
Thanks for any suggestions or help!
March 23: Arrival in Phnom Penh in the morning March 24: Phnom Penh March 25: Phnom Penh March 26: Depart for Kampot March 27: Kampot March 28: Depart for Battambang March 29: Battambang March 30: Tonlé SAP to Siem Reap March 31: Siem Reap April 1: Siem Reap April 2: Siem Reap April 3: Siem Reap April 4: Siem Reap April 5: Departure
Thanks for any suggestions or help!
Hi there,
Yesterday in the Thailand section, 100% of the new threads were just about beach destinations 😕...
So here’s the counterattack in the form of this photo thread, dedicated solely to the countryside: the locals, their livestock, fields, farms, rice paddies, small rivers, and agricultural machinery. If you’ve got any pictures that fit these categories, feel free to add them!
Comments welcome.
For each photo, I’ll (or you can) indicate the area where it was taken.
Kanchanaburi:
Kanchanaburi:
Sri Chiangmai:
Soppong:
Tha Wang Pha:
Kanchanaburi:

Kanchanaburi:

Sri Chiangmai:

Soppong:

Tha Wang Pha:

🙂 Hi everyone!
Hope you're all doing well! It's been a while since I last traveled, but I'm finally heading out again soon!
For those familiar with SOUTHEAST ASIA, I'm planning to leave in mid-June (with the trip ending at the latest in November), and I don’t have a precise idea of exact places or itineraries yet. The thing is, this period is usually the rainy season...
Any advice? I was thinking of Malaysia or Indonesia, like Sulawesi, for example (all countries and islands in Southeast Asia interest me except Bali).
Any recommendations? I’m doing my research online, but if anyone here has the time and knowledge, I’d love to hear from you.
Thanks everyone, take care and stay happy! ❤️
Hope you're all doing well! It's been a while since I last traveled, but I'm finally heading out again soon!
For those familiar with SOUTHEAST ASIA, I'm planning to leave in mid-June (with the trip ending at the latest in November), and I don’t have a precise idea of exact places or itineraries yet. The thing is, this period is usually the rainy season...
Any advice? I was thinking of Malaysia or Indonesia, like Sulawesi, for example (all countries and islands in Southeast Asia interest me except Bali).
Any recommendations? I’m doing my research online, but if anyone here has the time and knowledge, I’d love to hear from you.
Thanks everyone, take care and stay happy! ❤️
Hi there,
My partner and I are planning a trip to Indonesia in September-October 2026. It’ll be our first time in Asia, and we’re thinking of hitting the classic spots in East Java and Bali, then wrapping up with a cruise around Komodo for some snorkeling/diving. Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary—I’m wondering if it’s doable.
20/09: Flight from Jakarta to Yogyakarta, arrive around noon, afternoon/evening and overnight in Yogyakarta. 21/09: Borobudur 22/09: Prambanan 23/09: Travel to Bromo (Cemoro Lawang) 24/09: Bromo 25/09: Kawa Ijen 26/09: Travel to Bali, overnight in Pemuteran 27/09: Excursion to Pulau Melujan, overnight in Pemuteran 28/09: Travel to Munduk, overnight in Munduk 29/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 30/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 01/10: Route to Ubud (via Pura Ulu Danau Bratan, Jatiluwih?), overnight in Ubud 02/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 03/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 04/10: Travel to Denpasar, flight to Labuan Bajo, overnight in Labuan Bajo 05/10: Komodo cruise 06/10: Komodo cruise 07/10: Komodo cruise, flight to Denpasar in the late afternoon/evening or overnight in Labuan Bajo. 08/10: Flight to Denpasar (if not taken the day before), afternoon in Jimbaran, overnight near Denpasar 09/10: 10:00 AM flight Denpasar - SIN, overnight in Singapore 10/10: Flight SIN-YQB
Thanks for your thoughts—and for your time!
My partner and I are planning a trip to Indonesia in September-October 2026. It’ll be our first time in Asia, and we’re thinking of hitting the classic spots in East Java and Bali, then wrapping up with a cruise around Komodo for some snorkeling/diving. Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary—I’m wondering if it’s doable.
20/09: Flight from Jakarta to Yogyakarta, arrive around noon, afternoon/evening and overnight in Yogyakarta. 21/09: Borobudur 22/09: Prambanan 23/09: Travel to Bromo (Cemoro Lawang) 24/09: Bromo 25/09: Kawa Ijen 26/09: Travel to Bali, overnight in Pemuteran 27/09: Excursion to Pulau Melujan, overnight in Pemuteran 28/09: Travel to Munduk, overnight in Munduk 29/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 30/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk 01/10: Route to Ubud (via Pura Ulu Danau Bratan, Jatiluwih?), overnight in Ubud 02/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 03/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud 04/10: Travel to Denpasar, flight to Labuan Bajo, overnight in Labuan Bajo 05/10: Komodo cruise 06/10: Komodo cruise 07/10: Komodo cruise, flight to Denpasar in the late afternoon/evening or overnight in Labuan Bajo. 08/10: Flight to Denpasar (if not taken the day before), afternoon in Jimbaran, overnight near Denpasar 09/10: 10:00 AM flight Denpasar - SIN, overnight in Singapore 10/10: Flight SIN-YQB
Thanks for your thoughts—and for your time!
Hi everyone,
My girlfriend and I booked our tickets with Saudia Airlines for a trip to Thailand this summer, from July 5th to August 3rd. Given the geopolitical situation in the Middle East, we’re keeping a close eye on the news.
I was wondering if anyone here is in the same situation as us?
• Have you heard anything about possible mass cancellations or if the airline is still maintaining its routes to Asia?
• Are there any travelers who’ve recently returned who could tell us if air corridors have been changed (longer flight times)?
The idea is to know what to expect so we can prepare as best as possible. Thanks for your replies! !
Hi everyone,
Thanks for all your contributions on the forum—they’ve really helped me plan my trip. There are four of us friends heading to Sulawesi for 20 days. Based on all your advice, I’ve put together the following itinerary:
July 30: Makassar – sightseeing July 31: Makassar – sightseeing + overnight bus to Rantepao August 1–7: Tana Toraja with a guide August 7: Tana Toraja to Tentena + visit Tentena August 8: Early departure with a private driver to Ampana, then ferry to the Togian Islands August 9–15: Togian Islands (2 different resorts) August 15: Depart Togian Islands for Luwuk August 16: Flight Luwuk to Makassar August 17: Rammang Rammang August 18: Stroll in Makassar, then return home
Overall, what do you think?
I also have a question about the connection between Tentena and the Togian Islands: Is it doable to leave early in the morning as planned and still be sure not to miss the ferry?
Thanks in advance for your feedback! :)
Thanks for all your contributions on the forum—they’ve really helped me plan my trip. There are four of us friends heading to Sulawesi for 20 days. Based on all your advice, I’ve put together the following itinerary:
July 30: Makassar – sightseeing July 31: Makassar – sightseeing + overnight bus to Rantepao August 1–7: Tana Toraja with a guide August 7: Tana Toraja to Tentena + visit Tentena August 8: Early departure with a private driver to Ampana, then ferry to the Togian Islands August 9–15: Togian Islands (2 different resorts) August 15: Depart Togian Islands for Luwuk August 16: Flight Luwuk to Makassar August 17: Rammang Rammang August 18: Stroll in Makassar, then return home
Overall, what do you think?
I also have a question about the connection between Tentena and the Togian Islands: Is it doable to leave early in the morning as planned and still be sure not to miss the ferry?
Thanks in advance for your feedback! :)
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!







