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Safety in Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan
by Caro26 · 2025-08-14 · 12 replies
Hi there, We're planning a trip from Astana to Dushanbe. By train across Kazakhstan, then using public transport in Kyrgyzstan (circling Lake Issyk-Kul) and Tajikistan, taking the northern route in the latter (from Khujand to Dushanbe). Have any of you been to these regions recently, and what do you think about the safety aspect? Thanks in advance! :)
Your thoughts on our 3-week Quebec road trip
by Vandfaure · 2025-07-18 · 12 replies
We’re heading out for 3 weeks and just bought our flight tickets; 3 days in Montreal 2 days in La Mauricie Park drive down Route 155 to Lac Saint-Jean 2 days in Tadoussac ferry to Gaspésie—planning to stay 6/7 days there Charlevoix region for 3 days Quebec City for 2 days Back to Montreal

If you’ve got any great tips, I’d love to hear them—accommodation, activities (seaplane, bears, whales), parks. We’re traveling with our kids, aged 20 and 23,
Cambodia Itinerary Questions for February
by Natgrouve · 2025-05-23 · 3 replies
Hi there, We’re heading to Cambodia for 15 days in February 2026. We’ll spend 3 nights in Siem Reap for the Angkor temples, then check out the floating markets. I’d love to know if Battambang is worth the detour. If so, we’re thinking of taking a ferry across the lake, staying one night, and then flying to the islands for the second week. Which islands would you recommend—Koh Rong or Koh Rong Samloem—or is there another that’s better for relaxation, downtime, and snorkeling? Thanks for your tips!
Tips for visiting Peru on this itinerary
by Isabel75 · 2025-05-19 · 23 replies
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
Cécile from the Salton Sea to Alcatraz
by Ducono · 2025-05-09 · 51 replies
And off we go again for what’s certainly our last trip to the American West... After the disaster of September 2022, the diabetes flare-up, and the pulmonary embolism, we’re spending ten days in the spots we missed and some unlikely places. After flying over Scotland, still English,

Greenland, still Danish,



And Lake Huron, still half Canadian,

We land early in Detroit... a nightmare of an airport. A long, dreadful baggage check process, but we still make it to gate A10 just in the nick of time—only for disaster to strike! My passport has my first and last name, my boarding pass has my first and last name, BUT not on Delta’s computer—so we’re denied boarding! We head to the Air France-Delta-KLM desk, where an employee listens to us sympathetically. He books us two seats on an 8:30 AM flight to SF... Then passes us off to two colleagues who offer us a night in a hotel... and send a message to the baggage service to keep our checked luggage safe... In the end, we go to bed earlier, wake up earlier, but since we’ll still get some sleep on the plane, we might be able to look back on this whole mess with a smile... well, we hope so, anyway. 10:17 PM in Detroit—time to sleep. Our clean clothes and toiletries are in the plane. We’ll bounce back!!;
Itinerary tips for 2 weeks in Northern Italy with kids
by Mokimoc · 2025-05-08 · 11 replies
Hi everyone,

I’m planning a trip to Northern Italy for 2 weeks in August 2025. Here’s my itinerary: MILAN – 2 days LAKE MAGGIORE – 2 days LAKE COMO – 3 days BERGAMO – 1 day LAKE GARDA – 2 days VERONA – 1 day DOLOMITES – 2 days BOLOGNA – 1 day CINQUE TERRE – 2 days TURIN – 1 day Return to France

Let me know your thoughts, and any kid-friendly attractions would be great!
From Cairo to Luxor via the White Desert or via the Nile Valley: preparatory questions
by Attila · 2025-05-01 · 4 replies
Hi there,

This trip to Egypt isn’t happening anytime soon, but I like to plan a few steps ahead! 😉

I’ve already been to Egypt several times (Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, the classic cruise, the Lake Nasser cruise, Abu Simbel, Taba) both solo and on organized tours, but my partner hasn’t.

So, I’m thinking of mixing the classic with something a bit more original.

My idea is to visit Cairo and its surroundings, then make my way to Luxor in stages. The trip would end in Luxor.

Renting a car doesn’t seem like a viable option. That leaves boats, public transport, a car with a driver, or even a private tour for the stretch between Cairo and Luxor.

My questions:

How can I cover the Cairo-Luxor stretch if I go through the White Desert? Is a car with a driver possible? What’s the daily cost of hiring a car with a driver (including the driver’s accommodation and expenses)? How many days should I plan for this route (Saqqara, Fayoum Oasis, Black Desert, White Desert, Ad-Dakhla, El Kharga)?

Are there any cruise boats that do the Cairo-Luxor route (or vice versa)? Dahabiyas? Or at least the Assiut-Luxor stretch?

Thanks! 🙂
Weather in Krabi in November
by JMPe · 2025-04-27 · 4 replies
Hi everyone. I’m planning to spend a week in Krabi and visit the surrounding areas (Phang Nga Bay, Khao Sok, and Cheow Lan Lake) during the second half of November. What kind of weather can we expect? If you’ve got any tips for this area, that’d be really helpful. Thanks, and have a great day.
What to see and do around Lakes Como, Garda, and Maggiore?
by Ogive · 2025-04-22 · 4 replies
Hi there, What are the best things to do around Lakes Como, Garda, and Maggiore? Thanks
Sharing a Central Asia trip - July 2025
by Schmitti · 2025-02-06 · 0 replies
I’m giving it another shot to share a trip I’ve planned for next July. My itinerary starts in Almaty, Kazakhstan, with hikes around Lake Kaindy and Lake Kolsay, then the Charyn Canyon. After crossing the border into Kyrgyzstan, we’ll head to the southern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul and finally to Lake Song Kul. There’ll be walks at Fairy Tale Canyon, Seven Bulls, and Barskoon Gorge...

After a flight from Bishkek to Tashkent, we’ll visit the cities of Uzbekistan: Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva.

Transport will be by car with a driver.

We’re a couple in our sixties and would love to share this trip with another couple or two solo travelers.

If you have any questions, feel free to get in touch.
What's the path from Sekong Lake to Naurikot?
by Ellememe23 · 2025-02-05 · 3 replies
Hi there, we're heading to Nepal in a few weeks and planning a relaxed trek from Jomsom to Tatopani along the left bank of the Kali Gandaki. Starting from Kokhetanti, we'd like to do a day loop to Sekong Lake, then head to Naurikot and return (possibly by road). We’ve found—well, *found* might be a strong word—a path to the lake, but we can’t see any route continuing to Naurikot. Can anyone help us out? Thanks so much! !
Peru trip with a local agency – May 22 to June 8, 2025
by Anne0701 · 2025-02-02 · 1 reply
Hi everyone, I’m traveling to Peru with my daughter and a friend from May 22 to June 8, 2025, with a reputable local agency. The itinerary includes Ica, Arequipa, a trek in Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca, Amantani, Cusco, Vinicunca, the Salkantay Trek, and Machu Picchu. Everything is organized with a French-speaking guide. We’re looking for people to join our group. (Budget excluding flights: between 2000 € and 2400 € for 17 days, depending on the number of people.) If you’re interested, feel free to reach out! !
Travel companions for Central Asia in July 2025
by Schmitti · 2024-12-27 · 13 replies
Hi there! I’m planning a trip to Central Asia in July 2025. If two people are interested in joining us, we can share a car with a driver for the first part of the trip (Almaty, Charyn Canyon, and Kaindy Lake in Kazakhstan), then the southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake and Son-Kul Lake, all the way to Bishkek in Kyrgyzstan. After a flight from Bishkek to Tashkent in Uzbekistan, we’ll explore Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva on our own (train tickets booked through a local agency). Thanks! 😊
Where to stay for summer vacation in the Jura?
by Titi2803 · 2024-12-24 · 2 replies
Hello, I’m starting to plan my summer vacation. I’ve decided on the Jura. I’m looking for a pleasant place to stay for three weeks. My criteria are a pretty little village, easy hiking opportunities with beautiful viewpoints (around Lake Vouglans or elsewhere), and nice swimming spots. For info, I’ll be traveling with my wife (no kids). Thanks for your help—I’m really curious and interested in any tips or advice you can share. Have a great day, Thierry
A trip to Australia: the Northern Territory.
by Jlcro · 2024-12-15 · 18 replies
Thursday, November 2, 2023 Lake Argyle – Katherine

We had a great time. Now we’ve got to pay the price. We’re down one stop before Katherine. Gotta do the whole trip in one go—6 hours of driving. Let’s go! We’re a bit low on fuel with only 300 kilometers of range. The only station at the lake doesn’t open until 9 a.m., and the next (and only) one is 227 kilometers away… Should we risk it? Except for a magnificent frilled-neck lizard darting across the road on its big hind legs and an emu quickly disappearing into the bush, we didn’t see much. Oh—there was also a donkey, lost and panicked in the middle of the road… A quiet road with some beautiful scenery, some worrying bushfires

and a few opportunities to stop for a "warrior’s rest" (never go beyond the first second of the thought that starts drifting off the road…) We cross an invisible border as we enter the Northern Territory, which comes with consequences—we immediately lose an hour and a half by changing time zones. The speed limit goes from 110 to 130.

We arrive at the self check-in in Katherine. As usual, we’re a little taken aback at first. The noise, for starters. There’s a group rehearsing, it seems. We go check it out. We pass through the doors separating "The Stuart" from the adjoining bar and stumble upon what feels like collective hysteria. Turns out, it’s a concert. Aboriginal musicians completely fired up by some incredible music! There are just three of them, but they’re delivering a wall of sound that reminds us of South Africa’s finest neo-techno with a trance-like vibe. The crowd is wild! They’re singing in unison, screaming with joy. We get gently kicked out by security because we’re carrying our groceries, and they’re not having it. We promise ourselves we’ll come back once we’ve put them away in our little fridge.

Then we land. We end up finding plenty of nice things. It’s very possible we’ll like this place!

We head back to enjoy our post-battle Happy Hour. The concert’s over, but the crowd’s still riding the high. It’s indescribable. People are shouting across the room, screaming just for the fun of it—men and women alike. There’s pool, some beat-up arcade games being shaken like coconut trees. Dom and I feel like anthropologists. We’re pretty blown away. It’s epic! And the beer’s half the price it is elsewhere! We’ll definitely be back—that’s for sure!

We give up on finding a restaurant. Not sure they even exist, at least not this season. So, we’ve got a microwave—we eat at home on our little terrace, with a musical accompaniment from a massive orchestra of birds. It sounds amazing!
15-Day Cambodia Itinerary Idea
by Alainp83 · 2024-12-04 · 5 replies
Idea for a 15-day itinerary in Cambodia... - 3 nights in Phnom Penh, arriving at 6:30 PM. (2 days to explore the city). - 2 nights in Battambang - 4 or 5 nights in Siem Reap (2 days for Angkor, 1 day for Kulen, 1 day for Tonlé Sap Lake) - 2 nights in Kampot - 2 nights on Koh Rong. What do you think? Thanks... Alain.
3-Week Road Trip for Two: Montréal to Montréal
by Breton49 · 2024-11-24 · 6 replies
Following the (wise) advice of "Les Caribous," I'm starting a post to describe the trip I'd like to take from mid-September 2025 for three weeks. Here’s the planned route: Departing from Nantes. Montréal/Ottawa/Mont-Tremblant/Mauricie/Lac St-Jean/Saguenay Fjord/Tadoussac/Gaspésie, then returning via Québec and Montréal. I’d love some tips on must-see spots and how long to spend at each stop. We’re not big "hikers," so minimal hiking. Don’t hesitate to suggest cutting stops—especially if they seem unnecessary or too time-consuming. Advice on accommodation and vehicle rentals would also be much appreciated. Thanks to everyone who’d like to share their experiences and tips!
What to see in Montenegro?
by Lechefrando · 2024-11-15 · 11 replies
Hi everyone on Voyage Forum! In mid-September 2025, a group of friends and I are heading to Montenegro for a week. On my must-see list, I’ve obviously got the Bay of Kotor and Lake Skadar. Besides those two excursions, what else would you recommend seeing or visiting? Just to note, we’ll be staying in the Bijela area.

Another question: Is Tivat Airport operating during that period? I think Transavia flies there. Otherwise, we’d have to go through Dubrovnik, which I’d prefer to avoid—partly because I’ve been there before and partly to skip the border wait.

Looking forward to your replies or suggestions!
27-Day Itinerary in the Canadian Rockies
by Latitudes64 · 2024-11-11 · 13 replies
Hello everyone!

We’re planning a trip to western Canada in September 2025. Here’s the route we’ve mapped out: - Calgary: 2 days - Lake Louise: 4 days, hikes around the lakes (L. Louise, L. Agnes, L. Moraine, L. Emerald) - Icefield Parkway - Jasper: 3 days, L. Maligne, Hot Springs - Fort Fraser - Prince Rupert - Inside Passage by boat - Port Hardy (Vancouver Island) - Port Alberni: 2 days, Cathedral Cove - Ucluelet: 2 days, Tofino - Victoria: 3 days - Crossing to Vancouver - Vancouver: 4 days Total: 27 days.

What do you think?

About the Inside Passage—has anyone here done it? Our only concern is the weather for that boat day between Prince Rupert and the northern part of Vancouver Island. Under clear skies, the landscapes are stunning. If it’s foggy or mediocre weather, well, we’ll have given it a shot! Just know you *have* to book the car passage way in advance.

Thanks for any tips or advice you can share! Cailleurs64
3-Week Road Trip in Madagascar
by Evadtebo · 2024-11-05 · 5 replies
Hello, We’re arriving in Tana, the capital, by plane on the morning of May 22nd after an overnight flight. Does any forum member know this Malagasy driver-guide: Haja Rasolondraibe? The itinerary below might change or evolve—23 days might not be enough. We’ll visit the central region (the highlands: Antsirabe, Atoetra and a Zafimaniry village, Lake Andrianina) and the unmissable west (Kirindy, the Avenue of the Baobabs, the Tsingy de Bamaraha, and a fishing village). Then back to Tana. After that, we’ll head east of Tana to Ambohimanga, Andasibe, near Tamatave, Ankanin'ny, Mahambo, and Île Sainte-Marie if time allows. Not sure yet. Then back to Tana. This driver-guide with a 4x4 charges 70 € per day, including food and accommodation. Excluding fuel. If any members can recommend other driver-guides with a 4x4 and more reliable vehicles in good condition (since we don’t want to travel at night), I’d be interested. Thanks in advance. evad.tebo
From Northern Laos to Angkor Temples – Looking for Travel Companions for February 2025
by Lolaprussac · 2024-10-17 · 1 reply
Who’s up for an amazing trip alternating karst landscapes, jungle, rice terraces, plains, easy hikes, and a paradise island off Sihanoukville? We’ll arrive via Chiang Rai in northern Thailand, cross the border, take a boat on the Mekong, and travel by road to discover mountain tribes, Luang Prabang and its wonders, then hop on an ultra-fast TGV train to Vientiane. From there, a flight to Siem Reap for the Angkor temples, floating villages on Tonlé Sap Lake, Battambang, and mountain jungle before reaching Phnom Penh. Finally, a road trip to Sihanoukville to embark on a 3-day paradise getaway before flying back to Paris from Phnom Penh.

Mix of 3-star accommodations and resorts. February–March 2025

Dare to join this exceptional journey I’ve planned with an adventure travel agency—small groups and tailor-made! My co-traveler just dropped out. See you soon! Gigi
Prévision de voyage en Abitibi-Témiscamingue English translation pending
by Patgally42 · 2020-08-18 · 8 replies
bonjour a tous apres avoir visite (la Gaspesie , la Cote Nord -Manicouagan et Duplessis , le Bas st Laurent , Quebec , Charlevoix , le Saguenay-lac-st Jean , Eeyou Istchee-Baie James ), on vas s'attaquer , ma femme et moi a l'Abitibi-temiscamingue, si le covid le permet. j'ai deja reserver quelque hebergements(avec possibilitee de pouvoir annuler si probleme ). j'aurai besoin du guide touristique de la region, je l'ai demande a l'office de tourisme mais il ne l'envoi pas cette annee, est ce qu'une bonne ame Quebequoise ou Francaise pourrai me le faire parvenir par courrier, si il y a des frais on peut peu etre trouver un moyen de s'arranger. je ne trouve pas grand chose a acheter comme guide papier dans les boutiques. voila notre projet de voyage. 3 semaine du 9/7 au 31/7/2021 dans l'ordre , depart de Lyon pour Montreal , nuit a Ottawa , Temiscaming , Ville-marie , Haileybury , Parc national d'Aiguebelle , Val-D'or , parc regional de la montagne du diable , Amos , environ de Chibougamau , 6 jours dans une pourvoirie en Mauricie,3 jours pour finir a Quebec et retour a Montreal.

merci.
Voyage de 2-3 semaines au Pérou pour 2 personnes English translation pending
by Desireless06 · 2020-08-17 · 3 replies
Bonjour,

nous sommes 2 parisiens qui souhaitons partir au Pérou durant le mois d'août. Nous avons déjà une idée précise des étapes de notre voyage mais nous nous posons beaucoup de questions pratiques.

Nous aimerions étaler ce voyage sur 2 semaines et demi / 3 semaines afin de visiter les endroits suivants: Lima, Huacachina, Nazca, Cuzco, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain et le Lac titicaca. Nous prévoyons également de nous rendre sur les îles de Pâques. Voilà une idée globale des étapes que nous voudrions suivre :



Afin de bien préparer notre voyage, nous avons soulevé plusieurs points et questions:

Selon vous, quel serait le meilleur budget pour réaliser tout cela en comptant les billets d’avions, logements, activités, etc.

Est il intéressant de louer une voiture ? Sinon quels sont les meilleurs moyen de se déplacer sur place ?

Quel serait le meilleur endroit pour partir du Pérou aux iles de Paques et combien de temps il est conseillé de rester la bas ?

De grandes distances séparent 3 de nos étapes (Nazca/Cusco, Cusco/Puño), quelle est la meilleure solution envisageable pour visiter ces 3 endroits ? Il y a surement de beaux endroits à visiter sur la route ?

Est il conseillé de prendre des guides pour les excursions ou est il possible de le faire de son propre chef sans trop de risques ?

Il y a t’il des zone à éviter parmi les lieux cités.

Nous ne pouvons pas partir un autre mois que le mois d’août, quels types de température nous risquons d’avoir là bas sachant que nous avons eu des avis divergeant.

Merci de vos réponse par avance, Guillaume & Clement
Rando-bivouac en Haute-Savoie English translation pending
by Marinetrala · 2020-08-12 · 6 replies
Bonjour les randonneurs, je souhaiterais avoir des conseils pour 3j de randos en autonomie autour du Grand Bornand. Je pensais vers le Lac de Lessy, roc des tours. En terme de difficulté, ça ira ? Je suis sportive (trail), mais 1ere rando avec sac à dos en montagne (j'en ai déjà fait d'autres mais pas dans les Alpes) Et concernant les patoux, y-en-a-t-il beaucoup par là ?

Merci beaucoup
Bus pour circuler dans les Dolomites et randonnées English translation pending
by Jobigben · 2020-08-03 · 1 reply
Bonjour J aimerai arriver en bus à cortina d empezzo puis faire des rando dans les dolomites Premiére rando sur les 5 torres Puis 3 jours vers les 3 de cime Y a t il des bus qui circulent regulierement debut juillet et qui nous poseraient au depart de nos randonnees? Apres le lac misurina par exemple... Merci pour vos reponses Johanne
Gorges de la Zrmanja et Novigradsko more avec 1 ado et 1 bébé d'un an (Croatie) English translation pending
by Stephcomme · 2020-08-03 · 11 replies
Bonjour, Je suis entrain d'improviser un tour de 5 jours entre Crikvenica et Split avec 1 ado et 1 bébé d'un an et demi qui n'aime pas la voiture. J'ai parcouru le forum et pense donc passer par le lac de Novigrad et les gorges de la Zrmanja en suivant l'itinéraire gentiment proposé. Ma question : comme nous aurons déjà fait 2h de voiture pour y arriver, les enfants n'auront que faire d'admirer de beaux paysages par la fenêtre. Plus qu'un road trip, le but est surtout de pouvoir faire l'une ou l'autre balade et se baigner. J'ai déjà noté le restaurant recommandé et j'ai vu qu'il se trouve proche de chutes d'eau. Quels sont les autres endroits le long du circuit qui méritent de descendre de voiture pour un plongeon ou une boucle de balade ?

Je pensais terminer la journée à Nin, y dormir, et faire un tour rapide à Zadar avant de descendre vers les environs de Sibenik (plan A). Est-ce que ça vaut la peine de passer la fin de la journée (coucher de soleil ?) et le la soirée à Nin ou si on n'y fait pas une journée de plage autant aller directement à Zadar et repartir directement le matin (plan B) ou encore de rester dormir près du lac et de passer par Zadar le matin en allant à Sibenik (plan C)? Merci d'avance pour ces précieuses informations.
Safari dans les parcs de Tanzanie avec tour-opérateur English translation pending
by Olivier30130 · 2020-07-26 · 1 reply
Bonjour, Nous envisageons un safari en 2021 et nous envisageons, avec l'aide d'un TO, de visiter les parcs suivants : Tarangire (2 jours), Las Manyara (1 jour), N'gorongoro (1 jour), Serengeti (4 jours).

Nos questions sont les suivantes entre autre : Quid du lac Natron : intérêts, nombre de jours, faut-il marcher ? Nous aimerions assister au passage de la rivière Mara : juin ou juillet ??

Merci par avance

Jean Pierre
Des activités avec ados entre lacs de Côme et Venise? English translation pending
by Chris64320 · 2020-07-16 · 5 replies
Bonjour, Nous partirons 2 semaines en Italie, de Chamonix à Venise puis Florence - Sienne les 5 terres et retour en France. Nous sommes 9, donc 4 ados de 11 à 16 ans. Auriez-vous des suggestions d'activités autour des lacs de Côme? du lac de Garde et entre les Alpes et Venise svp? Puis des visites plus adaptées et ludiques ? J'ai par exemple vu le parc d'attractions Gardaland Merci
Visiter Genève sur une journée (avec enfants de 10 et 12 ans) English translation pending
by Mamadia · 2020-07-14 · 1 reply
Bonjour à toutes et tous,

Nous, 2 adultes et 2 garçons de 12 et 10 ans, passerons nos vacances en août à la Tour du Meix au pied du Lac de Vouglans dans le Jura et souhaiterions nous rendre en Suisse pour passer une journée à Genève.

Qui connaitrait un bon plan pour se rendre en voiture là bas, surtout s'y garer à un tarif acceptable et pouvoir visiter le centre de Genève et profiter bien sûr du Lac Léman et de son jet d'eau.

Quels sont les lieux à ne pas manquer ? Il y a-t-il des petites surfaces alimentaires permettant d'acheter de quoi déjeuner comme des salades composées, des boissons fraiches, des sandwiches, revenant moins cher qu'en restauration classique ?

Comment obtenir le Pass Genève ? Où acheter les tickets de tramway et trouver un plan des bus et tram ?

Merci à toutes et tous pour vos précieuses infos !

Je les attends avec impatience ....

Belles vacances !!!! Nadia

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