Flores Island Overland Tour 7 Days

Flores Island Overland Tour 7 Days: a-Week Tour to the “Exquisite Flowers” of the East of Indonesia – Flores Island which is located in Indonesia comes with a unique topography and spectacular views. Flores Island which also means “Flowers” is truly a gem from the east part of the Indonesian Archipelago. From the amazing Kalimutu Lake to the traditional village of Wae Rebo, the island will be a perfect holiday destination for adventurers. Join a 7-day overland tour to Flores and enjoy a different holiday experience on this beautiful island.

Day 1: Labuan Bajo – Wae Rebo

Day first of your journey, we will take you to the Wae Rebo Village. You will be picked up by team from your hotel in Labuan Bajo area in the morning. Head first to Denge Village with 5 to 6 hours drive from Labuan Bajo. During the long drive, you will stop at the local restaurant along the way to have lunch in Dintor area. Once we arrive at Denge Village, bring your only most needed things in your bag because we will start trekking from down up to Wae Rebo Village for about 3 to 4 hours through the forest.

Once we arrive at the destination, you will be welcomed by the fresh view of the Wae Rebo Village that located in the highland. Take a while for rest, and then you can explore around the village and have an interaction with the locals, enjoy the culture and their daily routine. We will have an overnight at the Mbaru Niang, the traditional house in Wae Rebo, and served with local dish for dinner.

Day 2: Wae Rebo – Ruteng

Wake up in the morning to see the serene sunrise from the highland surrounded with the greenish view of the village. Before leaving the village, we will be served with the local dish for breakfast to give you energy for trekking down to Denge Village where the journey starts and the car is waiting. Morning trekking after the breakfast will be extraordinary experience and sure you can witness the panoramic view all around.

Once we arrived at the Denge Village and meet the team, we will proceed to transfer to Cara Village for some sightseeing of the Spider Web Rice Field. Having lunch before continue to Ruteng for overnight stay.

Day 3: Ruteng – Bajawa

From Ruteng, we will continue the journey to Bajawa. We will grab our breakfast first. we will not just do the direct transfer to the next destination. On the way we will also have some stops.

First will be stop at Rana Mese Lake for short sightseeing. We will not take much time in this object because we will have long journey ahead. Rana Mese is located in Golo village, it is a mountainous lake that impressed with its dense forest and deep crater lake. After a short sightseeing at Rana Mese lake, we will have our lunch before continuing the drive to Aimere.

Once arrive at Aimere Village, we will do a very unique activity, that is see and observing the traditional distillation of the local wine. You might have the opportunity to taste the traditional local wine!

And then we will move forward to Bajawa. Before we check-in for the accommodation, wrapping the long journey with the stunning sunset from Wolobobo Hill must be a thing!

Day 4: Bajawa – Riung

Breakfast will be served and we will continue our journey of exploring the Flores Island. From Bajawa, we will head to Bena Village. It is a traditional Village of Ngada People that rich in megalith culture.

We will explore the village and learn about the relics Malanage Hot spring. Enjoy the relaxing time at the natural hot spring under the foot of Mount Inerie which is a combination of two rivers.

After the historical exploration in Bena Village, the journey will be continue to Riung. It is quiet long journey so you might have some sleep during the drive for about 2 hours and half. Sitting on the northern part of Flores Island, Riung is the gateway to the dazzling Marine Park

Day 5: Riung 17 Island

In this day, we will explore the 17 Islands Marine Park of Riung. A very exciting island hoping activity to have in this overland journey that add the variety of exploration in Flores Island.

17 Islands Riung is a National Marine Park that has an absolute beautiful landscape. This stunning archipelago consists of beaches and islands. The idyllic island is perfectly counterbalance to the central Flores that chilly highland and villages that we have been stepping.

in 17 Island we will take on boat and do the island hopping from one island to another. There will be Ontoloe Island the home of bats, Rutong Island for underwater snorkelling, also Tiga and Tembang Island to perfects the sightseeing of this island hopping.

Day 6: Riung – Moni

After an overnight rest last night after the unforgettable island hoping experience, we will continue the journey from Riung to Moni. It is a long journey with 4 hours and half drive duration. on the we will have stop at restaurant for lunch. Nearly reach the moni village, we will do a visit to Wologai Village and Coffee Plantation.

Wologai Village is a traditional village has been stands for around 800 years old with deep meaningful traditional building form that become the uniqueness of this traditional village. The building lies before the commencement of contruction that must carried out by a “Naka Wasu” ritual. A sacred ritual namely by slaughtering a chicken then cutting down a tree in the forest at midnight. Aside from the unique house building, this villages holds a very interesting cultural heritage.

And then we are moving to the Coffee Plantation before we finish this day journey in Moni Village for overnight rest. Located in highland, with fresh and chilly environment. In short stop we will do a little learning about the coffee plantation.

Day 7: Moni – Kelimutu – Ende

The last day would start earlier than the days before. We will start moving at 04:00 AM, we have to catch the witching sunrise. Drive to Kelimutu National Park.

We will do a light trekking to the sunrise spot. Sip hot drinks while sunlight wakes the spiritual volcanic crater and learn about local beliefs and folklore. We will also be able to witness the gorgeous three-coloured lake of Lake Kelimutu from the top. Pleased with the view of the Kelimutu Park, we will back to lodge to have breakfast, and refresh before we depart to Ende for the drop off service.

The long memorable overland journey in Flores is finished. We will end the journey by dropping you at the airport for your next journey.

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QUICK SUMMARY

Day 01: Labuan Bajo – Wae Rebo

* Pick up from your hotel in Labuan Bajo area
* Journey to Denge Village
* Stops at some points to take pictures or witness the view surrounding
* Arrived at Dintor Village
* Lunch at Dintor Village
* Arrived at Denge Village, and take on motorbike ojek to Camp 1
* Start trekking to Wae Rebo Village from Camp 1
* Arrive at Wae Rebo
* Welcome by the local people and stay overnight at traditional house named Mbaru Niang
* Dinner will be provided with local dish at Mbaru Niang
* Rest and free time

Day 02: Wae Rebo – Ruteng

* Sunrise sightseeing at the village
* Morning coffee and having breakfast at traditional house along with the local villagers
* Free explore at the village and enjoy the time with the locals
* Proceed to return to Denge Village
* Trekking down and arrive at Denge Village
* Meet the driver, and continue drive to Cara Village
* Stop and see the Spider Web Rice Field
* Lunch at village

Day 03: Ruteng – Bajawa

* Breakfast provided
* Check-out from accommodation
* Continue the journey to Bajawa
* On the way, stop by to see the Rana Mese Lake for a short sightseeing
* Lunch included
* Visit Aimere Village, and see the local wine distillation process
* Continue drive to Bajawa
* Enjoy sunset at Wolobobo Hill
* Stay overnight at Bajawa
* Rest and free leisure

Day 04: Bajawa – Riung

* Breakfast provided
* Check-out from accommodation
* Transfer to Bena Village
* Explore Bena Village. The traditional villages with their megalithic stones and hand weaving
* Continue transfer to Riung
* Check in for accommodation
* Rest and free leisure

Day 05: Riung 17 Island

* Breakfast provided
* Take on the local wooden boat and depart to 17 Riung Island
* Visit Ontoloe Island to see and observe the island inhabited by dozens of bats
* Visit Rutong Island for Snorkelling
* Lunch will be provided in box
* Head to Tiga Island and Tembang Island
* Back to accommodation in Riung
* Rest and free leisure

Day 06: Riung – Moni

* Breakfast provided
* Transfer to Moni
* Visit Wologai Traditional Village
* Visit Coffee Plantation
* Continue to Moni
* Check-in for accommodation
* Rest and free leisure

Day 07: Moni – Kelimutu – Ende

* Wake-up at 04:00 and pick up by team
* Head to Kelimutu National Park
* Trekking to the top of Mount Kelimutu
* Sip hot drinks while sunlight wakes the spiritual volcanic crater and learn about local beliefs and folklore
* See and witness the gorgeous three-coloured lake of Lake Kelimutu
* Drive back to lodge
* Breakfast and check out
* Drive to Ende
* Lunch included
* Drop off service to Ende Village

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INCLUSIONS:

– Service & Tax
– Private tour service basis
– Pick-up service from Labuan Bajo area
– 1 (One) night stay at Wae Rebo area
– 1 (One) night stay at Ruteng area include breakfast
– 1 (One) night stay at Bajawa area include breakfast
– 2 (Two) nights stay at Riung area include breakfast
– 1 (One) night stay at Moni area include breakfast
– Full Air-Conditioned transport
– Petrol, retribution, and parking
– Professional driver
– Professional English-speaking guide
– Entrance ticket based on the program
– Meals as mentioned in the tour program (6x lunch, 1x dinner at Wae Rebo)
– Mineral water during the trip
– Drop-off service in Ende area

EXCLUSION:

– Personal expenses

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