bonsoir je voudrais avoir votre avis sur ce circuit est il assez complet ?
manque t'il des incontournable a ce programe ?
si oui les quels
merci d'avance
15 Septembre / jour 2 : Arrivée à PHNOM PENH à 09h05 vol TG696
Arrivée à Phnom Penh. A l'arrivée à Phnom Penh, accueil à l'aéroport par un membre de notre bureau et transfert à l'hôtel au centre de Phnom Penh. Début des visites accompagnées (avec guide et véhicule privé). La Pagode du Wat Phnom, le musée national (riche en statues provenant d'Angkor), le Palais Royal et la Pagode d’Argent. Coucher de soleil en bateau au confluent du Tonlé Sap et du Mékong. Nuit hôtel
16 Septembre / jour 3 : PHNOM PENH / UDONG / KOMPONG CHAM
Petit déjeuner. Départ avec voiture et guide privé en passant par Udong l’ancienne capitale Royale du Cambodge pour Kompong Cham, En route découverte de Skun, petit village connu pour une spécialité culinaire, les araignées frites. A Kompong Cham, visite du temple Vat Nokor, puis découverte des plantations d'Hévéas de la région de Chhup, dont certains arbres ont été plantés par Michelin en 1930et de la petite usine (datant des années 30) de transformation du latex (fermée en Juillet et Août). Nuit hôtel tres simple
17 Septembre / jour 4: KOMPONG CHAM / KOMPONG THOM/ SAMBOR PREI KUK
Petit déjeuner. Départ avec guide et véhicule privé pour Kompong Thom et ses routes bordées de palmiers à sucre. En chemin visite de Vat Kuk Nokor ( 12e siecle). Découverte de l’ancienne capitale et des temples de Sambor Prei Kuk, certainement les plus beaux exemples de l'art PréAngkorien du VIIe siècle. Certains temples en partie effondrés sont maintenus debout par les racines de banians et lianes. La végétation est totalement imbriquée dans les temples. Nuit hôtel
18 Septembre / Jour 5: KOMPONG THOM / SIEM REAP
Petit déjeuner. Départ par la route (5 h) avec guide et véhicule privé pour Siem reap (les portes d'Angkor) ou se trouve le site mythique d'Angkor. Après installation à l'hôtel, on assistera au coucher du soleil depuis Phnom Bakend, et vue extérieure du Temple D'Angkor Vat, très bien éclairé en fin d'après midi.
19 Septembre / jour 6 : SIEM REAP (ANGKOR)
Petit déjeuner. Le matin, avec guide et véhicule priv
é, découverte des sites d'Angkor Thom : le temple-montagne du Bayon, le Baphuon, la Terrasse du Roi Lépreux, l'ancien Palais Royal, et la Terrasse des Eléphants.
Après midi, Visite du célèbre temple d'Angkor Vat "la ville qui devint une pagode". Le soir spectacle de danses traditionnelles Khmer avec repas (buffet)
20 Septembre / jour 7: SIEM REAP (ANGKOR).
Petit déjeuner. Le matin, avec guide et véhicule privé, visite des temples préangkoriens (9e siècle) des Roluos : le Bakong, le Prah Ko, et Lolei suivi par la visite des temples les plus étonnants de l'ensemble du site d'Angkor, le Ta Prohm, le Ta keo, perdus dans une végétation luxuriante, ainsi que les temples de Neak Pean, du Preah Khan, et du Thomanon, ainsi que les grands bassins (les Baray).
21 Septembre / jour 8: BANTEAY SREI / KOBAL SPIEN
Petit déjeuner. Excursion avec guide et véhicule privé au temple de Banteay Srei la "Cité des Femmes", un bijou de grés rose entièrement sculpté, dédié à Shiva et construit au 10e siècle par le roi Jayavarman V, en passant par le temple en briques d’argile de Prasat Kravan construit en l'an 921, suivi par la visite de Kobal Spien, "La rivière aux mille Lingas. (40 minutes de marche pour arriver a la rivière dont le lit est sculpté sur sa plus grande partie).
L'après-midi, visite des sites du Baray Oriental construits par Rajendravarman : Banteay Kdey, Pré Rup, Preasat Khleang, Mébon Oriental. .
22 Septembre / jour 9: BENG MEALEA
Petit déjeuner. Excursion de la journée, avec guide et véhicule privé au temple de Beng Mealea (environ 3h de route dans la campagne), un des temple des plus intéressants hors du site d'Angkor, presque aussi grand qu'Angkor Vat mais passablement effondré par endroit. Ce temple est en grande partie envahi par la jungle ce qui en fait un lieu extrêmement romantique et tel que l’ont rencontré les découvreurs d'Angkor il y a plus de cent ans et conservé en l’état. Au retour à Siem reap, visite d'une pagode-monastere actuelle ou les jeunes moines étudient et visite des Chantiers Ecoles ou une association apprend aux jeunes des villages, à sculpter sur pierre et bois dans le plus pur style Khmer
23 Septembre / jour 10 : LAC TONLE SAP / VILLAGES FLOTANTS / PREK TOAL/ BATTAMBANG
Petit déjeuner. Départ le matin tôt pour le quai de Siem Reap au bord du lac Tonlé Sap. Départ en bateau sur le lac (environ 6h de bateau public, sans guide), au passage découverte du village flottant vietnamien et arrivée à Prek Toal (beau village flottant), continuation par la rivière Shanker pour arriver à Battambang. Tout au long de ce voyage vous apercevrez des petits villages sur les rives, des élevages de poissons, les riverains qui se baignent, les troupeaux dans l’eau, des pécheurs au filets carrés chinois et des scènes d’agriculture sur les 2 rives. (pendant la saison sèche, voyage en petit bateau hors bord) A l’arrivée à Battambang vous êtes attendus et transfert et installation à l’hôtel, fin d’après midi libre.
24 Septembre / jour 11: BATTAMBANG
Petit déjeuner. Avec guide et voiture privée visite de la partie coloniale bien conservée de Battambang (2eme ville du Cambodge) et du marché central. Visite du temple de Phnom Sampeou lieu de pèlerinage Khmer juché sur une colline ou l’on trouve des grottes d’eau salée et des temples grottes bouddhistes. Au retour à Battambang, visite de la belle pagode de Vat Damrei Sâ construite au début du 20e siècle et qui a survécu aux Khmers Rouges. Les murs sont un mélange de chaux et de résine avec de beaux bas reliefs. Visite du petit musée au bord de la rivière, avec quelques belles pièces Angkoriennes,
25 Septembre / jour 12: BATTAMBANG / PURSAT / KOMPONG LUONG / KOMPONG CHHNANG/ PHNOM PENH
Petit déjeuner. Avec guide et voiture privée départ pour Phnom penh en passant par la ville de Pursat située a mi chemin de Phnom penh. et visite a 40 km de Pursat du grand village flottant de Kompong Luong (12000 habitants) sur le lac Tonlé Sap, visite en bateau privé (barque). Cette ville flottante comporte des médecins, bars, karaokés, etc. Continuation par le village de Kompong Chhnang et ses ventes de poteries locales au bord des quais. Arrivée le soir à Phnom penh.
26 Septembre / jour 13: PHNOM PENH
Petit déjeuner. Avec guide et voiture privée, visite du marché central, du musée du génocide et du marché russe ou l’on trouve de tout, antiquités, T shirts, disques, vêtements, nourriture, etc. c’est un marché toujours envahi et coloré. Nuit Hôtel.
c'est speed mais ça se tient.
si vous me demandez s'il y'a un incontournable qui manque, je dirais .... : prendre le temps de rencontrer les cambodgiens ! 😕
Voilà un véritable programme de professionnel ...Rien à redire !😉
Bien adapté à la saison...Pas trop speed, en voiture perso avec guide...Le temps du séjour ne peut pas être mieux "rentabilisé"...pour VOIR...pour rencontrer, ce n'est certainement pas l'objectif...
bonjour je vous remerci pour vos avis 🙂
je sais ca va etre plutot speed mais j'ai pas le choix (vacances non extenssibles😕)
mon plus grand regret est de ne pas avoir assez de temps pour renconter les gens
peut etre pour moi l'une des choses les plus impotantes dans un voyage
mais bon je ne vais pas pleurer sur mon sort
car j'ai deja la chance de faire probablement un trés beau voyage
je reste ouvert a toute propositions pour un complement de circuit
au fait autre question
il y aurait il des endroit interessants pour faire du palme masque et tubas au cambodge
Je te recommanderai juste de ne pas trop prévoir de choses. Quand j'y suis allé, je suis resté plus longtemps à un endroit tellement ça me plaisait. Et va dans des villages à la rencontre des cambodgiens. C'est un moment inoubliable!
franchement que des souvenirs exceptionnels
pays magnifique et peuple admirable
notre guide shanna s'est decarcassée pour nous faire decouvrirs son pays (meme les jours ou elle ne devais pas travailler)
si vous prenez un guide local ce que je conseil (vous apprendrais enormement a son contacte)
n'hesitez pas a découvrir les marchés gouter les specialitées culinaires des bords de routes differentes d'une region a l'autre (petits bonbons de poisson fermenté ;insectes grillées, oeufs de fourmis rouges, gateaux de riz a la viande de porc, riz pilé a manger avec de la banane ecraséé)franchement n'hesitez pas goutez a tout (jamais eu aucuns problémes de tourista)
nous nous sommes regalés tout au long du voyage eviter les restaurants a touristes sans interet
pour l'architecture je ne vous dirais rien de plus que ouhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhha
je vous laisse découvrir par vous meme
pour le programme du circuit je ne changerais rien (je rajouterais le nord est) et le marché au gros 5 etages une vraie caverne d'ali baba a phnom penh
ce qui m'a manqué le plus du temps du temps du temps partager avec les gens
ce que je ferais si je pouvais y retourner demain remplir ma valise de fringues de produits d'hygiene de chaussures de lunettes de vraie medicaments de bases
tout cela fera le bonheur des gens des rues qui font les poubelles le soir dans les grandes villes ou dans les campagnes reculées
je suis rentré les valises vides
un petit billet distribué ne fait pas de mal a defaut un sourir quelques stylos bombons et tee shirts aux enfants vivants dans des cabannes en bordure des marchés flottants
attention le cambodge et un pays bouleversant et tres dure moralemnent pour nous europeens favorisés
je ne le conseillerais pas comme premier voyage en asie
vous en reviendrais marqués et relativiserez sur beaucoup de choses
le seul point negatif pour moi LA CHALEUR insoutenable (un détail)
je souhaite y retourner un jour
Asie du Sud-Est › Thaïlande / Cambodge · 6 replies
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Hi fellow travelers,
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Any tips would be welcome.
Thanks for your replies.
Hi there,
I didn’t plan to return to Thailand this year, but my health conditions mean it’ll be the best place for me to stay between two trips to India. The tourism setup there is so well-organized that it’s the most "comfortable" country for a short visit. Thailand feels too sanitized for my taste, and there’s too much religion, Buddha, and the King, but it’s still the best option given how my health has been evolving. I’d considered two weeks in ThaTon for hiking, but I got too sick from the burn-offs during my trips to the mountains around Chiang Rai. So I’m not sure where to go this year. Definitely not the sea, touristy spots, or the mountains with burn-offs...
Hello.
In 1996, we crossed Vietnam from Saigon to Hanoi by motorbike—Minsk bikes we bought in Saigon. I haven’t been back since, and it seems like a lot has changed.
- We’re heading to the south (well, the north and center) with the family in July-August (3 people).
- Is the road network more developed now? Back then, there was only National Route 1 from south to north. I’m thinking of renting a car this time (no motorbike with the family—though in ’96, they had a Jawa sidecar for sale, and we hesitated… maybe it’s for the best).
- Is Halong Bay really something to avoid because of overtourism? Even back then, it was pretty crowded. Is there a less touristy alternative?
- We’ll be traveling from Hanoi down to Danang (the only city we didn’t stop in back in ’96). Even though it’s a bit overhyped in a Chinese-tourist kind of way (from what I’ve read), we’re only going for the beach—pure relaxation for 7 days. The beaches are stunning, and I know the South China Sea is warm like coffee.
- Then, we’ll visit Hoi An, where I stopped in ’96. It was already popular with backpackers back then, but no glowing boats or all the touristy fuss!
- After that, Hue, where I have great memories—it’s a beautiful city.
- And also the nature around Ninh Binh, followed by 2-3 days in Hanoi.
That’s the plan. I’d love to hear any tips to avoid mass tourism, and if anyone’s done this before:
- Is it possible to rent a car in Danang and drop it off in Hanoi?
Hey everyone,
I’m over in East Borneo in mid-July.
I’m struggling to wrap up the end of my itinerary, even though it’s pretty straightforward (long but simple).
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Day 1 – Arrive in Kota Kinabalu early, stroll around town and hit the must-sees.
Day 2 – Excursion to Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, snorkeling at 3 islands.
Day 3 – Hike around Mount Kinabalu without summiting (450 per person, no way).
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Day 5-6-7 – Kinabatangan River (still looking for the right guide).
Day 8 – Sepilok for the orangutans, the Sun Bear Centre, and Rainforest Discovery Centre.
Day 9 – Selingan, turtle island.
Day 10 – Head to Semporna.
Day 11-12-13-14 – Sipadan, Mabul, Kapalai.
Day 15 – Bohey Dulang.
Day 16 to Day 25: I’M STUCK.
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But honestly, I’m struggling to finalize this itinerary.
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For a 4-month stay in Egypt, I had ENORMOUS problems. The regulations are very bureaucratic and extremely nitpicky there. For a 4-month stay in the Philippines, I was wondering if the procedures are just as complicated? I’m bringing my cell phone with an eSIM. Should I choose a plan from Canada for use in the Philippines, or should I get a plan only once I arrive? After 30 days, do I renew with the Canadian provider I chose before leaving, or do I switch to a local company? Do I need to register my phone with the authorities in the Philippines? (That was the case in Egypt.) For the 3rd and 4th months, will it be just as simple—renewing with a Canadian or local provider—or should I expect problems?
Hello,
I’ll be in Malaysia with my wife, mainly in Langkawi and Penang for Christmas and New Year’s at the end of 2026.
If you’ve had the experience—and since I’ve read (though it’s not very clear) that these two islands get quite crowded during this period—would you recommend booking accommodation well in advance, or is it easy to find something on the spot?
Hotels or Airbnb?
Do you have any great tips for accommodation or any practical info to share?
We’ll be staying 5 to 7 days on each island.
Thanks in advance for your replies
Hi there. To make the most of Lake Toba, is it better to find accommodation on the lake’s shores (which one?) or on Samosir Island? Thanks for your tips!
Hi there,
We’re heading to Vietnam as a family on July 8th for a little over 3 weeks (north and center). We’ve only booked the first 3 nights in Hanoi, and nothing else after that. We like to decide things on the spot and go with the flow, without rushing everywhere. But I’m still a bit unsure: when heading down to the center (Hue), is it better to book the overnight trains in advance? We don’t want to take any flights while we’re there—just use the overnight train for the long trips. But I’m worried we won’t get seats if we buy the tickets on the spot, say, 2 days before. What do the experts here think? And which website can we use to book the tickets? Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hi everyone!
I’m heading back to Thailand in July 2026 with a stopover in Cambodia to visit the Angkor site.
After Angkor, I’ve booked a stay on Ko Chang island. Does anyone know if there are direct transport options from Cambodia to Ko Chang without having to go back through Bangkok? That would be amazing!!
I think there are, but I’d need more details!!
I went to Thailand in February 2025 and don’t remember having to apply for a visa—is that still the case now? And for Cambodia too?
Thanks so much!!!
Laurence from Bayonne
I’d love to get some feedback on our itinerary—it’s probably pretty basic! This is our second trip to Asia and our first to Indonesia. We have three kids aged 20, 18, and 12. We land in Jakarta at 4 PM, spend 3 nights/2 days there, then take the train to Yogyakarta for 3 nights/2 days, followed by the train to Surabaya for 2 nights/1 day, then the train to Bromo for 1 day/1 night, a private driver to Ijen for 2 nights/2 days, then on to Bali (Ubud) for 4 nights/3 days, followed by Gili Air for 3 nights/2 days, Senggigi (Lombok) for 2 nights, and finally 5 nights in Kuta. I’m considering cutting the 2 nights in Senggigi to just keep Kuta and extend it to 7 nights. In Lombok, I’m not sure how to get around since I’m not comfortable with scooters... Your thoughts on all of this, and any advice, are more than welcome—don’t hesitate!
For those wondering why cities like Jakarta and Surabaya: we don’t often get the chance to visit big Asian cities, so we wanted to include that discovery in our trip. The trains between Jakarta and Yogyakarta, Surabaya and Probolinggo are booked. The return flight from Lombok to Jakarta is also set. Accommodations are booked but flexible (same for the trains).
Hi,
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Bonjour,
En voyage en Thaïlande je suis à la recherche de jonc bouddhiste kumlai.
Quelqu’un saurait-il me guider pour en trouver?
À Bangkok j’ai visité quelques temple mais je n’en n’ai pas trouvé sur les magasins à proximité.
Si vous avez une idée je suis preneuse! Belle journée :-)
My trip’s coming up, and I’m having a bit of trouble with three bus/minivan routes. Usually, I find everything at this time of year, but this time—yikes!
Sandakan → Sepilok:
No app for this one—you just hop on bus #14 at the local terminal (pay cash on board). But where do I catch it, and where’s the stop??
Sandakan → Semporna:
From what I’ve heard, it’s the Sida Express company (great name, right? 😄).
Can’t book online, but apparently, you *have* to because there’s only one bus at 8 AM.
Where do I board, and where does it drop me off?
Semporna → Tawau:
Found this via AI—is it legit?
No online booking, as far as I can tell.
Minivans leave from a stop in the Jalan Hospital area, near the Milimewa supermarket, supposedly????
And when you arrive, does it drop you at **Sabindo Square** in Tawau?????
Hi there,
we’ll be in Mai Chau in June and we’re thinking of heading to Sapa, but first spending a few days in Bac Ha to do some hiking and explore the area.
Is this a good idea for those who’ve been there?
How do you get there?
Thanks for your feedback.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cédric.
Hi everyone. As I’m planning my trip for next winter, I’m looking for hotel suggestions in Camotes, Bantayan, Malapascua, Bohol, and Siquijor. The ones I had in mind seem to be fully booked (unless it’s too early?). For those familiar with the area, is it easy to find accommodations on the spot in January/February? I’m specifically looking for hotels with a pool, beachfront, air conditioning, and easy scooter rental nearby. Thanks for your tips!
Hi there,
I’m planning an itinerary and would love some feedback on whether it’s doable and if the number of days per destination is enough—or too much. I was also debating whether to add an extra night on an island or spend an extra night in Kampot to visit Kep or Battambang.
March 23: Arrival in Phnom Penh in the morning
March 24: Phnom Penh
March 25: Phnom Penh
March 26: Depart for Kampot
March 27: Kampot
March 28: Depart for Battambang
March 29: Battambang
March 30: Tonlé SAP to Siem Reap
March 31: Siem Reap
April 1: Siem Reap
April 2: Siem Reap
April 3: Siem Reap
April 4: Siem Reap
April 5: Departure
Hi there,
Yesterday in the Thailand section, 100% of the new threads were just about beach destinations 😕...
So here’s the counterattack in the form of this photo thread, dedicated solely to the countryside: the locals, their livestock, fields, farms, rice paddies, small rivers, and agricultural machinery. If you’ve got any pictures that fit these categories, feel free to add them!
Comments welcome.
For each photo, I’ll (or you can) indicate the area where it was taken.
Hope you're all doing well! It's been a while since I last traveled, but I'm finally heading out again soon!
For those familiar with SOUTHEAST ASIA, I'm planning to leave in mid-June (with the trip ending at the latest in November), and I don’t have a precise idea of exact places or itineraries yet. The thing is, this period is usually the rainy season...
Any advice? I was thinking of Malaysia or Indonesia, like Sulawesi, for example (all countries and islands in Southeast Asia interest me except Bali).
Any recommendations? I’m doing my research online, but if anyone here has the time and knowledge, I’d love to hear from you.
My partner and I are planning a trip to Indonesia in September-October 2026. It’ll be our first time in Asia, and we’re thinking of hitting the classic spots in East Java and Bali, then wrapping up with a cruise around Komodo for some snorkeling/diving. Here’s a rough draft of our itinerary—I’m wondering if it’s doable.
20/09: Flight from Jakarta to Yogyakarta, arrive around noon, afternoon/evening and overnight in Yogyakarta.
21/09: Borobudur
22/09: Prambanan
23/09: Travel to Bromo (Cemoro Lawang)
24/09: Bromo
25/09: Kawa Ijen
26/09: Travel to Bali, overnight in Pemuteran
27/09: Excursion to Pulau Melujan, overnight in Pemuteran
28/09: Travel to Munduk, overnight in Munduk
29/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk
30/09: Explore Munduk and surroundings, overnight in Munduk
01/10: Route to Ubud (via Pura Ulu Danau Bratan, Jatiluwih?), overnight in Ubud
02/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud
03/10: Explore Ubud and surroundings, overnight in Ubud
04/10: Travel to Denpasar, flight to Labuan Bajo, overnight in Labuan Bajo
05/10: Komodo cruise
06/10: Komodo cruise
07/10: Komodo cruise, flight to Denpasar in the late afternoon/evening or overnight in Labuan Bajo.
08/10: Flight to Denpasar (if not taken the day before), afternoon in Jimbaran, overnight near Denpasar
09/10: 10:00 AM flight Denpasar - SIN, overnight in Singapore
10/10: Flight SIN-YQB
Hi everyone,
My girlfriend and I booked our tickets with Saudia Airlines for a trip to Thailand this summer, from July 5th to August 3rd. Given the geopolitical situation in the Middle East, we’re keeping a close eye on the news.
I was wondering if anyone here is in the same situation as us?
• Have you heard anything about possible mass cancellations or if the airline is still maintaining its routes to Asia?
• Are there any travelers who’ve recently returned who could tell us if air corridors have been changed (longer flight times)?
The idea is to know what to expect so we can prepare as best as possible. Thanks for your replies! !
Thanks for all your contributions on the forum—they’ve really helped me plan my trip. There are four of us friends heading to Sulawesi for 20 days. Based on all your advice, I’ve put together the following itinerary:
July 30: Makassar – sightseeing
July 31: Makassar – sightseeing + overnight bus to Rantepao
August 1–7: Tana Toraja with a guide
August 7: Tana Toraja to Tentena + visit Tentena
August 8: Early departure with a private driver to Ampana, then ferry to the Togian Islands
August 9–15: Togian Islands (2 different resorts)
August 15: Depart Togian Islands for Luwuk
August 16: Flight Luwuk to Makassar
August 17: Rammang Rammang
August 18: Stroll in Makassar, then return home
Overall, what do you think?
I also have a question about the connection between Tentena and the Togian Islands: Is it doable to leave early in the morning as planned and still be sure not to miss the ferry?
Hi everyone,
I’m currently working on a 30-day itinerary for May/June 2027.
10 days in eastern Java (Malang, Bromo, waterfalls, Meru Beriti Park, Banyuwangi, and Ijen), a short transit in Ubud for a few days, then Flores before heading back to Jakarta.
We’ll spend 15 days in Flores (the classic route: Moni, Bajawa, Riung, Ruteng, ending in Labuan Bajo).
I’d love some firsthand feedback on flights to Maumere or Ende from Bali Denpasar. I know there are no direct routes and that you have to connect through Labuan Bajo or Timor (I think), which isn’t an issue in itself.
But I’ve read here and there that flights to these destinations can be delayed—or worse, canceled—and that it’s better to fly in and out of Labuan Bajo, which isn’t exactly ideal...
Thanks for any tips or experiences you can share!
Family of 4—2 adults and 2 kids (11 and 15) who are well-traveled.
We’re planning a 15-day trip to Indonesia and would love your thoughts on our itinerary.
We love discovering local culture, food (!!), seeing beautiful landscapes, and keeping an active pace. We’re not the type to lounge on the beach for 5 hours or spend ages by the pool when we’re halfway across the world. Also, we try to avoid places "ruined" by mass tourism (like Holbox in Mexico, which we loved 10 years ago but not at all on our last visit, or Phi Phi in Thailand, completely destroyed by mass tourism).
Special note: we love traveling by train :)
Here’s what we’ve planned so far:
**Day 1**
Arrival in Jakarta, then domestic flight to Yogyakarta. Settle in Yogyakarta.
**Day 2**
Borobudur in the morning, then exploring nearby villages.
**Day 3**
Prambanan in the morning, followed by culinary discovery / market / local vibe in Yogyakarta.
**Day 4**
Train to Jombang, then driver/bus to the Bromo area. Overnight stay.
**Day 5**
Sunrise at Bromo, exploring the volcano and sea of sand. Relax in the afternoon.
**Day 6**
Travel to eastern Java, then train, ferry, and road to reach Sidemen in Bali.
**Day 7**
Sidemen
**Day 8**
Sidemen
**Day 9**
Sidemen
**Day 10**
Transfer to Gili Air (car to the port + fast boat?)
**Day 11**
Gili Air
**Day 12**
Gili Air
**Day 13**
Transfer to Ubud
**Day 14**
Ubud
**Day 15**
Return to Bali airport, flight to Jakarta, then international flight.
Does this itinerary seem coherent for a family?
Does it feel too packed or well-balanced?
Would you make any changes to certain stops, durations, or transfers?
I couldn’t find any recent posts on this topic, so I thought I’d create a new one.
We’ve just started planning our family trip to Vietnam this coming August. We’d like to travel from North to South, starting in Hanoi and ending in Ho Chi Minh.
Usually, we rent a car when we arrive and manage on our own. But I get the feeling that in Vietnam, it’s more complicated... It seems like the only option we have is to rent a car with a driver? Is that really the case?
I’m thinking of starting with a cruise in Halong Bay since we arrive on my partner’s birthday, and I wanted a beautiful setting to celebrate it. So, is the option of having a driver wait for 2 days while we’re on the cruise really feasible?
The rest of the itinerary isn’t planned at all yet. I’d love to hear your tips. We’re traveling from August 8th (morning) to the 26th (afternoon).
