Itinerary: An Indonesian Honeymoon
There's an island for everyone and every need.
My clients are a dream. The Bride shared a spreadsheet with destinations she and her fiancé had visited and which they were each interested in visiting with a $10k budget for 10-14 days in October. It was easy to filter the locations they were both interested in, had yet to visit, would be viable for those dates and, finally, where their budget would have the most bang.
We quickly settled on Indonesia. They had been to Bali already, and were eager to explore a more remote location. Neither are SCUBA Certified, but snorkleling is an option and beach time is a must. Hiking to epic vistas is a priority, but orangutans and tigers, less so. Spa time is welcome and food is a favorite means of connecting with cultures. With that in mind, I narrowed it down to 3 islands for them to choose from.
Ultimately, they chose Flores as the main event, sandwiched between Singapore on either side, over Java or Kuala Lumpur as their gateway, to offer an elegant contrast to the sand and saltwater of their deserted island experience.
14-Day Singapore + Flores Itinerary
This finalized 14-day itinerary includes flights from Singapore to Flores (via Bali), overland island travel with correct drive times, hot spring stops, cultural exploration, and a meaningful final day in Singapore with yoga, tea, and cocktails.
b u d g e t
$10,000 total = $2,000 flights + $4,000 hotels + $4,000 transport & activities
Day 1: Total $550
09:40 Arrival in Singapore
Airport pickup and early hotel check-in.
Stay at The Warehouse
Optional massage.
Lunch at Maxwell Hawker Centre.
Visit Gardens by the Bay
A Singapore Sling at Raffles, where it was created.
Day 2: Total $600
Fly to Labuan Bajo (Flores, via Bali 6 hrs)
Morning flight SIN->DPS->LBJ.
Sunset drinks at Paradise Bar.
Stay at Sudamala or Ayana
Day 3: Total $650
Komodo National Park Full-Day Boat Tour
Padar Island hike, Komodo dragons, Pink Beach snorkeling.
Private boat charter with lunch.
Day 4: Total $600
Island Hopping or Spa Day
Snorkel at Kanawa Island or Seraya.
Optional massage.
Day 5: Total $500
Drive to Ruteng (4-5 hrs)
Scenic drive, stop at Lingko rice fields.
Stay at Spring Hill Hotel.
Day 6: Total $550
Drive to Bajawa (5-6 hrs)
Visit Ngada villages en route.
Stay at Manulalu Lodge.
Evening soak in local hot springs.
Day 7: Total $550
Bajawa Culture Day
Bena Village visit.
Optional Inerie volcano hike.
Maximize hot springs.
Day 8: Total $575
Drive to Moni (7-8 hrs)
Full-day scenic drive.
Stop at waterfalls or local villages.
Stay at Kelimutu Eco Lodge.
Day 9: Total $500
Kelimutu Sunrise
3-colored crater lakes at dawn.
Chill afternoon.
Optional village or waterfall.
Day 10: Total $575
Drive to Maumere (4-4.5 hrs)
Coastal scenic drive.
Stay at Coconut Garden
Day 11: Total $550
Leisure in Maumere
Beach day.
Snorkeling, seafood, and / or massage.
Day 12: Total: $600
Fly Maumere->Bali->Singapore (5 hrs)
Stay at Ann Siang House.
Light dinner at Lau Pa Sat Hawker Centre and unwind.
Day 13: Total $575
Singapore
Private Yoga Sessions with AG & Indra Mohan
National Museum
Traditional tea service at Tea Chapter
Day 14: Total $525
Singapore
Brunch & shopping in Kampong Gelam
Transfer to Changi Airport, a destination in itself, with time to explore before
21:10 Departure