Flores Overland Tour 5 Days 4 Nights

The Flores Overland Tour 5 Days 4 Nights is a compact yet immersive journey across Flores Island, offering a perfect balance of cultural exploration, volcanic landscapes, and scenic highland adventures. Starting from Labuan Bajo and traveling eastward to Ende or Maumere, this tour is ideal for travelers who want to experience the authentic beauty of Flores within a limited timeframe.

Destination: Flores Island – East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia
Start: Labuan Bajo
Finish: Ende / Maumere (or return to Labuan Bajo)
Trip Type: Private Tour

Itinerary

Day 1 – Labuan Bajo – Ruteng

• Pick up at hotel / Komodo Airport
• Drive to Ruteng (approx. 4–5 hours)
• Stop at Cara Spider Web Rice Field viewpoint
• Visit local market in Ruteng
• Check-in hotel
• Dinner & overnight in Ruteng

Day 2 – Ruteng – Bajawa

• Breakfast at hotel
• Drive to Bajawa (approx. 4–5 hours)
• Stop at Ranamese Lake
• Visit Aimere village (traditional arak distillery)
• Check-in hotel in Bajawa
• Free time & overnight in Bajawa

Day 3 – Bajawa – Bena Village – Soa Hot Spring – Riung (17 Islands)

• Breakfast at hotel
• Visit Bena Traditional Village (Ngada tribe)
• Relax at Soa Hot Spring
• Continue drive to Riung
• Sunset view by the coast
• Overnight in Riung

Day 4 – Riung Island Hopping – Moni

• Breakfast at hotel
• Boat trip to Riung 17 Islands Marine Park
• Snorkeling & beach relaxation
• Lunch (local restaurant)
• Afternoon drive to Moni village
• Check-in hotel & overnight in Moni

Day 5 – Kelimutu Sunrise – Ende / Maumere

• Early morning departure (around 04:00 AM)
• Sunrise at Kelimutu Three Colored Lakes
• Return to hotel for breakfast
• Transfer to Ende Airport or continue to Maumere
• Trip ends

Tour Includes

• Private air-conditioned transportation
• Professional English-speaking driver
• Licensed local tour guide
• Fuel / petrol
• Driver & guide meals
• Driver & guide accommodation
• Parking fees
• Local retribution fees

Tour Excludes

• Entrance fees at all destinations
• Meals during the tour (for guests)
• Personal expenses
• Hotel accommodation for guests
• Travel insurance
• Donations at traditional villages
• Flight tickets to/from Labuan Bajo
• Tipping for driver & guide (optional but appreciated)

What to Bring

• Comfortable trekking shoes or sandals
• Light and breathable clothing
• A jacket (Flores highlands can be cool at night)
• Sunscreen & sunglasses
• Hat or cap
• Personal medication
• Toiletries
• Camera or smartphone
• Cash (some areas do not accept card payments)

How to Book

• Contact us via WhatsApp or email
• Inform us of your preferred travel dates and number of participants
• Confirm your itinerary and agreed price
• Pay a deposit to secure your booking
• Receive booking confirmation from our team

Terms & Conditions

• A deposit payment is required to confirm your booking.
• Full payment must be completed before the tour starts.
• Cancellation 7 days before departure: full refund (excluding transfer fees).
• Cancellation less than 7 days before departure: the deposit is non-refundable.
• The itinerary may change depending on weather conditions or local regulations.
• Floresa Travel reserves the right to adjust the schedule for safety reasons.
• Travel insurance is highly recommended for all participants.