Best of Bali – Flores - Komodo

Best of Bali Flores Komodo

11 Days From US$1598 p/p

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Tour highlights

  • Admire exquisite handwoven ikat-dyed textiles and traditional houses in local villages of Flores Island
  • Experience the beautiful sunrise over Kelimutu volcano and its three colored lakes
  • Get close to the ancient traditions of Bena, one of a few megalithic villages in the world
  • Discover Komodo dragons in their natural habitat on Rinca and Komodo islands
  • Enjoy swimming and snorkeling time on Pink Beach
  • Uncover Balinese culture by visiting Ubud’s Royal Palace, Ubud Monkey Forest and beautiful temples

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Itinerary Details

It is a well-packed itinerary that allows you to explore the island of Gods, Bali and the untouched surrounding island of Komodo as well as beautiful Flores Island. Take an adventure trip to experience traditional villages with their unique culture and to see some wonders of nature. Venturing to the sea for an encounter with the famous Komodo dragons in their natural habitats.

Welcome to paradise island - Bali!

Upon arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar, your private guide will greet you with warm welcome and then transfer you to your accommodation in Kuta.

Overnight in Kuta.

Accommodation option:

  • Amnaya Resort Kuta
  • (4 Ratings)

breakfast

After breakfast, your private tour guide will pick you up to airport for flight to Maumere. On arrival at Frans Seda Airport of Maumere, direct drive to hotel to check in. The rest of the day is free at leisure.

Overnight in Maumere.

Accommodation option:

  • Capa Resort Maumere
  • (4 Ratings)

breakfast and lunch

Breakfast at hotel. Your private guide will pick you up then transfer to Moni with stop at Nita village. You can visit its Lepo Lorun, a weaving co-op where women create exquisite handwoven ikat-dyed textiles while. The village is also known for its traditional music played by drums, flutes, and gongs. Lunch at local restaurant. Then transfer to your accommodation in Moni.

Overnight in Moni.

Accommodation option:

  • Kelimutu Eco Lodge
  • (3 Ratings)
Nita village

Nita village

breakfast and lunch

Wake up in the early morning, your guide will escort you to Kelimutu volcano to see the three colored lakes and its wonderful sunrise. As part of the national park of Flores Island, Mount Kelimutu is best known for its three separate summit crater lakes, each has a different hue. Upon arrival at the parking area, walk for 1,5 km to enjoy the magnificent views.

Then drive to Nara village which is famous for its traditional Lionese houses, stone seats and traditional sacred cemetery. You will also visit Wologai Village. After the visit, return to hotel for breakfast. Afterwards, continue your trip to Nduaria Village for visiting traditional fruits market and experience the village hospitality. Many kinds of novel fruits and vegetables can be seen in the local market. Lunch at a local restaurant.

Proceed to Bajawa with a stop at Penggajawa Beach and Wogo village with rows of traditional houses. Wogo is a picturesque village featuring rich traditional Ngada culture. 

Overnight in Bajawa.

Accommodation option:

  • Hotel Edelweis 2 Bajawa
  • (3 Ratings)
Kelimutu three colored lakes

Kelimutu three colored lakes

breakfast and lunch

After enjoying breakfast, you will pay a visit to Megalithic Village of Bena. Located on the eastern slope of Mount Inerie, the village still preserve its traditional ways of life and their ancestral spirits as in the ancient time. In the central space of the village, you can see symbols of the villagers’ ancestors, Ngadhu - umbrella-shaped thatched poles representing the male ancestors and Bhaga - miniature thatched huts dedicated to the female ones. At the meantime, village offers a wonderful viewpoints to catch a stunning pictures of Inerie active volcano. Transfer back to Bajawa for Lunch, then return to your hotel.

Overnight in Bajawa.

Accommodation option:

  • Hotel Edelweis 2 Bajawa
  • (3 Ratings)
Megalithic Village of Bena

Megalithic Village of Bena

breakfast and lunch

Today, you will transfer to Ruteng. En route, explore traditional village of Bajawa tribes. Then stop at the Ranamese Lake to view the wonderful views and at Mano to enjoy spectacular scene of the rice terrace fields. We will also stop at Aimere for making “tuak” – the local liquor. Lunch will be served at local restaurant. Upon arrival at Ruteng, check into hotel.

Overnight in Ruteng.

Accommodation option:

  • Spring Hill Boutique Hotel Ruteng
  • (3 Ratings)
Bajawa Tribes

Bajawa Tribes

breakfast and lunch and dinner

In the morning, check out and drive overland to Labuan Bajo - the western tip of Flores Island. On the way, stops will be made at Cancar and Lembor where you can enjoy the beautiful panorama of rice fields with lush hills as the background.

On arrival, transfer to harbor for cruise to Rinca Island. On Rinca Island, follow your guide to look for the Komodo dragons in this island in their pure environment. You may come across many wild animals such as deer, horses, bird, wild buffaloes etc. Lunch will be served on board. At the end of day, enjoy the spectacular sunset. Cruise to Kalong Island for overnight.

Overnight and have dinner on board.

Accommodation option:

  • Phinisi Boat in Komodo
  • (3 Ratings)
Kalong Island

Kalong Island

breakfast and lunch

Have breakfast on board, then keep cruising to Komodo Island to see the activities of the giant Monitor Lizard "Komodo Dragon". They are up to 3 m in height and about 150 kg in weight. The total number of these lizards is estimated at 3.500 - 5.000 inhabited in Komodo, Padar and Rinca Island.

Keep going to Pink Beach, which is made up of decomposed corals. You can swim or snorkel in crystal waters and relax on the clean beaches of Pink Beach (snorkel equipment is not supplied). Lunch will be served on board. Cruise back to Labuan Bajo and transfer by car to hotel.

Overnight in Labuan Bajo.

Accommodation option:

  • Seaesta Komodo Hostel & Hotel
  • (4 Ratings)
Komodo Island

Komodo Island

breakfast

At appropriate time, you tour guide will pick you up to the airport for your flight to Bali. On arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport of Bali, your private tour guide will be waiting for you and transfer you to hotel in Kuta.

Overnight in Kuta.

Accommodation option:

  • Amnaya Resort Kuta
  • (4 Ratings)

breakfast and lunch

Today your tour will start from Ubud. Drive to the center of Ubud to visit Ubud’s Royal Palace. Built in the 16th century, the palace is still home to Ubud’s King and its royal family. It owns beautiful Balinese traditional houses. Then walk in the nearby Ubud Market where local vendors come to sell fresh food as well as handicrafts and textiles. Afterwards, stop at Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, a nature reserve and a temple complex inhabited about 340 playful monkeys.

After lunch, you will pay a visit to the royal Taman Ayun Temple. It boasts beautiful ponds, multi-tiered roof structures and traditional Balinese architecture. Continue drive Tanah Lot temple - one of Bali’s most famous temples. Set on a small island just off from the beach, it is connected to the land only when the tide is low. Here you can enjoy the wonderful sunset behind the horizon. After the tour, transfer to your hotel in Kuta.

Overnight in Kuta.

Accommodation option:

  • Amnaya Resort Kuta
  • (4 Ratings)
Ubud Royal Palace

Ubud Royal Palace

breakfast

At the appropriate time, you tour guide will pick you up to the airport for your onward flight.

Our service includes:
  • One-to-one consultancy with our travel expert
  • Knowledgeable and helpful local guides
  • Private and comfortable van
  • All accommodations
  • Meals listed in the itinerary
  • Activities and excursions as detailed
  • In-destination transfers
  • A 24/7 helpline while you are traveling
Trip Notes

This tour is intended to give you an idea for what's possible when you travel with us. Treat them simply as inspiration, because every element of the tour can be customized individually. Please feel free to tell us your ideas and we will create a tour to match your tastes and budget.