Flores Overland Tour 6 Days  5 Nights

Route: Labuan Bajo – Ruteng – Bajawa – Ende – Moni – Labuan Bajo
Start & End Point: Labuan Bajo

Overview

Flores Overland Tour 6 Days  5 Nights  adventure across the heart of Flores Island, exploring its diverse landscapes, ancient traditions, and natural wonders.
From the spider web rice fields of Cancar to the crater lakes of Kelimutu, this journey reveals the essence of Flores — its mountain scenery, cultural richness, and warm local hospitality.

This itinerary allows comfortable pacing, offering time to connect with local communities and enjoy Flores’ tranquil countryside at every step.

Itinerary

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

Morning:
Pick up from your hotel in Labuan Bajo and begin your drive east through the scenic hills of Manggarai. Stop at Melo Village for a warm welcome and introduction to Manggarai traditions, including local music, dances, and traditional coffee.

Continue to Cancar Village, famous for its Lingko Spider Web Rice Fields, a fascinating traditional system of communal land division.

Afternoon:
Lunch en route, then visit Ruteng Pu’u, a traditional Manggarai village featuring cone-shaped houses and ancient stone altars.

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

Accommodation: Hotel in Ruteng
Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2 – Ruteng – Lake Ranamese – Aimere – Bajawa

Morning:
After breakfast, depart for Lake Ranamese, a tranquil volcanic lake surrounded by forest. Take a short nature walk and enjoy the mountain air.

Continue east toward Aimere, where locals produce arak (palm wine) using age-old distillation techniques. Learn about the process and sample if you wish.

Afternoon:
Arrive in Bajawa, a cool mountain town known for its well-preserved Ngada culture. Relax at Soa Hot Spring, where warm water flows naturally into a river.

Evening:
Dinner and overnight in Bajawa.

Accommodation: Hotel in Bajawa
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 – Bajawa – Bena & Tololela Villages – Malanage Hot Spring – Ende

Morning:
After breakfast, visit Bena Village, one of Flores’ most famous traditional settlements, surrounded by megalithic stones and ancient architecture. Continue to Tololela Village, a peaceful community with similar Ngada traditions.

Afternoon:
Stop at Malanage Hot Spring, where hot and cold streams merge — perfect for a relaxing dip. Then continue your drive east through lush valleys and coastal roads toward Ende, a town with rich cultural heritage and colonial history.

Evening:
Dinner and overnight in Ende.

Accommodation: Hotel in Ende
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 – Ende – Wologai Village – Kelimutu – Moni

Morning:
After breakfast, visit Wologai Traditional Village, home to the Lio people and their unique thatched-roof architecture. Learn about local customs and craftsmanship.

Continue to Moni Village, located at the foot of Mount Kelimutu, and enjoy a relaxed afternoon exploring the area or visiting local waterfalls.

Evening:
Dinner and overnight in Moni, ready for an early start to Kelimutu.

Accommodation: Hotel in Moni
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 – Sunrise at Kelimutu – Ende – Bajawa

Early Morning:
Depart around 4:00 AM to Kelimutu National Park for a magical sunrise at the Three-Colored Crater Lakes — one of Indonesia’s most extraordinary natural sights. Watch the colors change as the sun rises over the misty peaks.

Morning:
Return to the hotel for breakfast, then begin the journey back west toward Bajawa. Stop for photos and lunch along the scenic Trans-Flores highway.

Evening:
Dinner and overnight in Bajawa.

Accommodation: Hotel in Bajawa
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 – Bajawa – Aimere – Lembor – Labuan Bajo

Morning:
After breakfast, depart for Labuan Bajo. Stop at Aimere to revisit the coastal views and traditional distillation sites, then continue to Lembor Valley, the largest rice field area in West Flores — a great final photo stop.

Afternoon:
Lunch en route. Arrive in Labuan Bajo by late afternoon or early evening.

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.