Flores Highlands Tour 2 Days 1 Night

Route: Labuan Bajo – Ruteng – Labuan Bajo
Start & End Point: Labuan Bajo

Overview

Discover the beauty and culture of Flores Island on 2 Days  1 Night Flores Highlands Tour from Labuan Bajo to the cool highlands of Ruteng, the capital of the Manggarai region.
This trip offers a mix of panoramic rice terraces, traditional villages, and mountain scenery.
You’ll explore local life, visit the famous “spider web” rice fields of Cancar, and experience the welcoming culture of the Manggarai people before returning to Labuan Bajo.

Perfect for travelers who want to see more of Flores’ countryside in a short time.

Itinerary

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

Morning:
Depart from your hotel in Labuan Bajo after breakfast. Drive eastward through scenic hills and local villages.
The first stop is Melo Village, a traditional Manggarai settlement located on a hillside with panoramic views of Labuan Bajo Bay. Learn about Manggarai customs, daily life, and the significance of the Caci (traditional whip dance).

Continue the drive to Cancar Village, home to the iconic Lingko Spider Web Rice Fields — a unique land division pattern symbolizing community unity and cooperation.

Afternoon:
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Cancar or Ruteng town.
Arrive in Ruteng, a charming highland town surrounded by lush mountains and cooler air. Visit Ruteng Pu’u, an old traditional village showcasing authentic Manggarai houses and stone altars used for ceremonies.

Evening:
Dinner and overnight stay at a local hotel or guesthouse in Ruteng.

Accommodation: Hotel in Ruteng
Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2 – Ruteng – Lake Ranamese – Return to Labuan Bajo

Morning:
After breakfast, visit Lake Ranamese, a serene volcanic crater lake nestled in the forest. Enjoy a short walk and the cool mountain breeze.

Afternoon:
Lunch en route to Labuan Bajo. Arrive back in Labuan Bajo by late afternoon 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.