4 Days Flores Overland Tour – Labuan Bajo to Maumere Journey

Embark on a 4-Day Flores Overland Tour across the island’s most iconic cultural and natural destinations. First, you will travel from the coastal town of Labuan Bajo to the cool highlands of Ruteng. Then, the journey continues to the tribal heart of Bajawa, followed by a scenic coastal route to Ende. Finally, you will arrive in Moni to witness the mystical Kelimutu Lakes at sunrise.

Tour Highlights

• Breathtaking views from Melo Hill and the vast Lembor Rice Fields

• The famous Spiderweb Rice Fields (Cara Lingko) in Manggarai

• Scenic stops at Robo Rice Terraces and Ranamese Lake

• Visit Aimere Village to see traditional arak distillation

• Explore the ancient Bena Traditional Village in Bajawa

• Relax at the volcanic Blue Stone Beach

• Witness the magical Kelimutu Three-Colored Lakes at sunrise

• Finish the journey in Maumere, completing your Labuan Bajo to Maumere tour

   

Detailed 4-Day Flores Overland Itinerary

Day 1: Labuan Bajo – Ruteng

To begin with, start your Flores Overland journey with a scenic drive to Melo Hill, offering incredible panoramic views of Labuan Bajo and the surrounding islands. Along the way, continue to the vast Lembor Rice Fields, the largest in Flores, where you’ll observe traditional Manggarai farming culture.
Afterward, following lunch, explore the unique Spiderweb Rice Fields (Cara Lingko)—an iconic symbol of Manggarai’s ancestral land division system.
By the end of the day, arrive in Ruteng, check into your hotel, and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
As a result, the first day already delivers a rich and memorable Flores Island travel experience.

Day 2: Ruteng – Bajawa

To start the day, you will stop at the beautiful Robo Terraced Rice Fields, known for their lush patterns and scenic beauty. After that, continue to the tranquil Ranamese Lake, a peaceful crater lake surrounded by tropical forest.
Then, enjoy lunch in Borong before moving on to Aimere Village, where locals craft traditional arak using age-old distillation methods.
Finally, in the late afternoon, arrive in Bajawa, a cool highland town rich in tribal heritage, which will be your base for tonight’s stay.

Day 3: Bajawa – Ende – Moni

In the morning, dive into traditional culture at Bena Traditional Village, one of the oldest Ngadha settlements, known for its megaliths, ancestral shrines, and traditional ikat weaving. After that, continue toward Blue Stone Beach, a striking volcanic beach with turquoise pebbles along black volcanic sand, which is also a favorite stop for photography.
Then, after lunch in Ende, visit Ndua Ria Market, where you can find Flores coffee, spices, fresh fruits, and handmade local products.
Finally, arrive in Moni by sunset and settle in for a relaxing evening, so that you are well prepared for the Kelimutu sunrise hike the next morning.

Day 4: Moni – Kelimutu – Maumere

Early in the morning, wake up for the iconic Kelimutu Sunrise Trek, a short 30-minute hike to the viewpoint overlooking the famous three-colored lakes. As the sun rises, watch the colors slowly shift, creating one of the most mystical and unforgettable sights on Flores.
Afterwards, following breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive to Maumere, while passing beautiful coastal viewpoints and dramatic mountain landscapes along the way.
Finally, your journey ends with a drop-off at Maumere Airport or your hotel, thereby completing your unforgettable Flores Overland Tour.