Flores Overland Tour 3 Days 2 Nights

Route

Start & End Point: Labuan Bajo

Overview

Discover the cultural heritage, highland landscapes, and natural wonders of Flores Island on this 3 Days 2 Nights overland tour. From spider web rice fields to ancient traditional villages, crater lakes, hot springs, and dramatic mountain scenery — this journey immerses you in the true essence of inland Flores.

Perfect for travelers seeking a deeper cultural experience and a comfortable adventure beyond Labuan Bajo.

Itinerary

Day 1 – Labuan Bajo – Melo Village – Cancar – Ruteng

Morning

• Hotel pick-up from Labuan Bajo.
• Drive toward Melo Village, known for its panoramic views of Labuan Bajo Bay and rich Manggarai traditions, including the Caci whip dance.
• Continue to Cancar Village to witness the iconic Lingko Spider Web Rice Fields, a unique circular farmland pattern symbolizing unity in Manggarai culture.

Afternoon

• Lunch at a local restaurant.
• Proceed to Ruteng, a cool highland town surrounded by mountains and forests.
• Visit Ruteng Pu’u, a preserved traditional Manggarai village with ceremonial stones and ancestral houses.

Evening

• Dinner and overnight in Ruteng.
  Accommodation: Hotel in Ruteng
  Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2 – Ruteng – Lake Ranamese – Aimere – Bajawa

Morning

• Breakfast at the hotel.
• Visit Lake Ranamese, a serene volcanic crater lake in a lush rainforest setting.
• Continue to Aimere, famous for traditional palm wine (arak) distillation, and observe the local production process.

Afternoon

• Drive to Bajawa, a mountain town known for its strong cultural heritage.
• Check-in at the hotel.
• Visit Soa Hot Spring for a relaxing soak in natural warm pools.

Evening

• Dinner and overnight in Bajawa.
  Accommodation: Hotel in Bajawa
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 – Bajawa – Bena Traditional Village – Labuan Bajo

Morning

• Breakfast at the hotel.
• Visit Bena Village, one of Flores’ most ancient and well-preserved traditional villages.
• Explore traditional Ngada houses, megalithic structures, and stone altars, and observe daily life rooted in ancestral customs.

Afternoon

• Begin the drive back to Labuan Bajo.
• Scenic photo stops and lunch along the way.
• Arrive in Labuan Bajo and transfer to your hotel.
  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
  End of tour.

Included

• Private car/driver for the overland route
• English-speaking local guide
• Drinking water during the trip
• Itinerary planning and coordination
• Parking fees and basic road tolls
• Pick-up and drop-off at city or airport (Labuan Bajo / Ende / Maumere)

Excluded

• Meals (breakfast/lunch/dinner not included unless specified)
• Entrance fees to all tourist sites (Kelimutu National Park, traditional villages, museums, waterfalls, etc.)
• Flight tickets to/from Flores (Labuan Bajo, Ende, or Maumere)
• Personal travel insurance (highly recommended for overland trips)
• Accommodation before or after the tour
• Personal expenses (snacks, laundry, souvenirs, tips)
• Optional activities (local performances, guide tips, cultural experience fees)
• Additional transportation outside the stated itinerary
• Alcoholic beverages or extra drinks during the trip

What to Bring

• ID card or passport
• Comfortable walking/trekking shoes
• Lightweight clothing + warm layer for Kelimutu sunrise
• Raincoat or poncho
• Sunscreen and insect repellent
• Personal medication
• Power bank
• Cash for entrance fees and local markets
• Camera or phone for photos

How to Book

1. Choose your travel dates and preferred route (Labuan Bajo–Ende, Maumere–Labuan Bajo, or day trips).
2. Contact the operator with details: full name, number of participants, and desired start/end point.
3. Receive the itinerary proposal and quotation.
4. Confirm availability and secure your booking with a deposit (typically 30–50%).
5. Receive your invoice and final itinerary.
6. Meet at the agreed pickup point on the tour start date.

Recommended Payment Methods

• PayPal – Fast and secure for international payments.
• Wise – Best exchange rates and low transfer fees.
• Bank Transfer – Local or international transfer to the operator’s Indonesian bank account.