Flores Overland Tour 8 Days 7 Nights (Private Tour)
The Flores Overland Tour 8 Days 7 Nights is a complete land journey across Flores Island, one of Indonesia’s most culturally rich and naturally diverse destinations. This tour combines traditional villages, volcanic landscapes, crater lakes, scenic mountain roads, and authentic local experiences.
Traveling by private vehicle with an English-speaking guide, you will explore megalithic villages, panoramic rice fields, hot springs, and the iconic three-colored lakes of Kelimutu. The itinerary is designed for travelers who appreciate culture, nature, photography, and immersive road trips.
Tour Information
- Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
- Tour Type: Private Overland Tour (Land-Based)
- Transportation: Private car with professional driver/guide
- Accommodation: Standard hotel (mid-range and deluxe upgrade available)
- Best For: Nature lovers, cultural explorers, photographers, and adventure travelers
Travel Itinerary
- DAY 1 – Labuan Bajo to Ruteng (4–5 Hours)
- Pick up at hotel or airport in Labuan Bajo
- Photo stop at Melo Hill viewpoint
- Visit Lembor rice fields
- Scenic drive to Ruteng
- Overnight: Ruteng
- DAY 2 – Ruteng to Bajawa (5–6 Hours)
- Visit Lingko Spider Web Rice Field
- Stop at Lake Ranamese (volcanic crater lake)
- Visit Aimere village (traditional palm wine/arack production)
- Continue to Bajawa
- Overnight: Bajawa
- DAY 3 – Explore Bajawa Traditional Villages
- Visit Bena Traditional Village (Ngada tribe village with megalithic stones and traditional houses)
- Optional visit to Tololela or Gurusina village
- Relax at Malanage Hot Spring
- Overnight: Bajawa
- DAY 4 – Bajawa to Ende (4–5 Hours)
- Stop at Blue Stone Beach
- Drive to Ende
- Visit Rumah Pengasingan Bung Karno
- Overnight: Ende
- DAY 5 – Ende to Moni (3–4 Hours)
- Visit Wologai Traditional Village (Lio tribe)
- Continue to Moni village, located at the foot of Kelimutu
- Overnight: Moni
- DAY 6 – Kelimutu Sunrise Tour
- Early morning departure (around 04.00 AM) to Taman Nasional Kelimutu
- Sunrise viewing at Gunung Kelimutu and its three colored crater lakes
- Return to hotel and free leisure time
- Overnight: Moni
- DAY 7 – Moni to Bajawa (Return Westbound)
- Scenic drive across central Flores
- Photo stops along the mountain road
- Overnight: Bajawa
- DAY 8 – Bajawa to Labuan Bajo
- Drive back via Ruteng
- Transfer to hotel or airport in Labuan Bajo
- Tour ends
Included
- 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
Not Included
- 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)