Full-Day Aruba History and Must-See Landmarks Tour
Description
Come explore Aruba's history and hear how it shaped the present with the full island tour. Hop on the bus and join in for a fun, personalized and friendly Aruba island tour where you will be taken to Aruba's must-see attractions.
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Itinerary
Learn all about the Aruba aloe production process along with the 160 year history of Aloe Vera cultivation in Aruba during the factory & museum tour. Afterwards visitors have the opportunity to shop for their perfect Aloe Vera product. Before you leave, don't forget to snatch a picture underneath a Divi Divi tree with the Aloe plantation in the background.
The California Lighthouse is built on top of the Hudishibana hill, located on the north-west tip of Aruba. Passengers will get the opportunity to get off the bus and admire the lovely 360 degree view atop the hill. See how the white sand beaches meets the desert-like landscape. To explore the surrounding area is free. If you wish to climb up the Lighthouse there is an admission fee applicable that is not included in this tour.
Alto Vista Chapel is a small Catholic chapel also known as "Pilgrims Church" that stands on the hills above the north shore of the sea. Visitors have the opportunity to stop and walk around and enter the Chapel. There is also opportunity to purchase coconut water from a local vendor.
Explore the little natural bridge that is next to the ruins of the bigger natural bridge. Walk around the site to admire how the desert-like hills meets the rough waters.
Discover the magnificent panoramic view atop the boulders of the Casibari Rock Formation. It only require a small climb by man-made stairs to reach the top. Afterwards, relax in the beautiful garden surrounding the rock formation.
You can swim and or snorkel in the shallow, man-made lagoon and grab lunch at a local beach restaurant (not included in the price). We advise to have some cash on you for lunch.
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Pickup Locations & Times
• PICK-UP TIME: 9 AM Tour: Between 8.25 and 9 AM AST 10 AM Tour: 9.25 and 10 AM AST • PICK-UP AREA: Complementary pick up in the Oranjestad-West, Palm Beach and Eagle Beach area. • PICK-UP SPOT: Hotel/ condos: In front of the lobby of your resort or at the security gate Apartments: outside the gates Cruise Port: Meeting point is in front of the Ocean Drive Store . Turn Right as soon as you exit the gates and you will see the blue store with the yellow logo of Ocean Drive. The store is next to the Diamonds International Store (Gate 3). • WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE JOINING: Comfortable walking shoes (sneakers/ supportive sandals) are recommended. One of the stops is a spiritual/ religious site, as such proper attire is recommend to visit (covered chest area, upper arms and above knee area) The road between Natural Bridge and Bushiribana is an unpaved road and can be bumpy. We recommend to carry some extra cash on you (US dollar is widely accepted on the island). There are toilet facilities at most of the stops. Some are free others may charge 1 US dollar per visit. Entrance to go up the California Lighthouse is not included and this activity is at your own risk. If you are pregnant, have back issues , or any other medical reason, we recommend to contact our office to reserve your seat behind the driver. Our guides are multi-lingual and this means that they might be explaining part of the tour in other languages to other guests. Bring pool towel and other beach items if you are planning to go for a swim at the Baby Beach. Para nuestros invitados de habla hispana: a veces no recibimos suficientes invitados para un recorrido solo en español. En este caso, lo programaremos en nuestro recorrido en inglés. Todos nuestros guías son multilingües y estarán más que felices de traducirle parte del recorrido. Si cree que esto podría obstaculizar su experiencia en el recorrido, cancele o contáctenos antes del recorrido para obtener un reembolso.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Refunds will not be issued if the tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Reviews(1,589)
Mary was fantastic, very knowledgeable and funny! Great tour of the island, you get to see everything in one day!
Had our day with Mary fantastic day she was very informative and funny def recommend doing this tour
It was awesome !! Being cool in a van while traveling to different beautiful locations was so appreciated. We loved the aloe factory & Baby Beach the best. Mary did a great job with giving historical facts with humor .
Our tour guide (Marry) was amazing. She was so knowledgeable of the island and showed us all the most important spots around it. So happy that we are going back home with a knowledge of this beautiful island and its culture and that we had a chance to experience it first hand.
This was one of the highlights of our trip to Aruba! The tour was very well organized and gave us the chance to experience so many of the island’s most beautiful landmarks in just one day. Our guide, Ato, was outstanding. He was welcoming from the moment we got on the bus, had a great sense of humor, and shared interesting stories and local history that made every stop more meaningful. He was also very patient, answered everyone’s questions, and made sure we had enough time to enjoy each location. Every stop offered something unique. We enjoyed learning about Aruba’s famous aloe products at the Aloe Factory, taking in the incredible coastal views at the California Lighthouse, visiting the peaceful Alto Vista Chapel, exploring the Natural Bridge, climbing the impressive Casibari Rock Formations, and finishing the day at beautiful Baby Beach. The water there was absolutely crystal clear and perfect for swimming and snorkeling. The entire experience was smooth, relaxing, and a great value. We left feeling like we had seen the best of Aruba while learning so much about the island along the way. A big thank you to Ato for making our day so enjoyable. If you’re looking for a memorable island tour with a guide who truly cares about his guests, this is the one to book. Highly recommended!
We had an amazing day exploring Aruba, and this tour exceeded all of our expectations! If you’re visiting the island, this is the perfect way to see so many of Aruba’s most beautiful and iconic spots without feeling rushed. Our guide, Ato, truly made this experience unforgettable. He was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, funny, and passionate about his island. He shared so much history, local culture, and interesting facts throughout the day while making sure everyone was comfortable and having a great time. You could tell he genuinely loves what he does. The itinerary was fantastic! We loved learning about the history of Aruba Aloe, taking in the breathtaking views from the California Lighthouse, visiting the peaceful Alto Vista Chapel, exploring the Natural Bridge, climbing the Casibari Rock Formations for incredible panoramic views, and ending the day at the stunning Baby Beach. The crystal-clear turquoise water at Baby Beach was the perfect place to relax, swim, and snorkel. Everything was well organized, the transportation was comfortable, and the timing at each stop was just right. We never felt rushed and had plenty of opportunities to take pictures and enjoy every location. Ato went above and beyond to make sure everyone had a wonderful experience, and his positive energy made the tour even more enjoyable. If you’re looking for a fun, informative, and unforgettable way to experience Aruba, don’t hesitate to book this tour. We would absolutely do it again and highly recommend asking for Ato as your guide. Thank you for making our visit to Aruba so special!
Ato was an amazing tour guide. He gave us so much history on Aruba. The seven hours went by so fast. This historical tour was well worth the price I paid for it.
It was a good experience. It was very fast paced and very little or too much time at the different stops.
Farley was an excellent guide very friendly and knowledgeable.
Great Great experience. Ato was a great guide very informative and great personality. I'll highly recommend this tour.
