--- title: Aruba Countryside Tour lang: en type: tour city: Aruba country: Caribbean price: 43 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.7 reviews: 651 duration_minutes: 240 languages: [en, es, nl] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Relaxed bus, lighthouse stop rank_in_category: 12 of 14 (Island Sightseeing Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-19 data_updated: 2026-09-20 canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/tours/aruba-countryside-tour/ --- # Aruba Countryside Tour **Guidekin's take:** A relaxed air conditioned bus tour of the rustic side of the island, the California Lighthouse, Alto Vista chapel and countryside stops, with a guide, water and hotel or port pickup. Lunch is not included, and infant seats are available on request. 4.7 from 651 reviews at €43 per person. ## Overview Looking to explore the island in a comfortable, relaxed pace? This air-conditioned bus tour will show you the picturesque and rustic country side of Aruba. Our professional tour guides will provide you with information on the island’s history and culture, while you take in the panoramic sceneries and beautiful landscapes. This tour will leave you with beautiful pictures, and stories to tell back home. Tour stops: - California Lighthouse - Alto Vista Chapel - Authentic Aruban Houses - Casibari Rock Formation - Aruba Aloe Factory - Aruba’s capital Oranjestad ## Key facts - Price: from €43 per person - Duration: 4h - Rating: 4.7/5 from 651 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: AGW TOURS ARUBA ## What's included - Local guide - Bottled water - Air-conditioned vehicle - Hotel/port pickup and drop-off ## Not included - Lunch ## Itinerary 1. **California Lighthouse** (15m) - The California Lighthouse, commonly referred to by locals as Faro, rises prominently on a limestone plateau at Hudishibana, near Arashi Beach and the Sasariwichi dunes on Aruba’s northwestern coast. It is recognized as the tallest structure on the island. The lighthouse takes... 2. **Alto Vista Chapel** (10m) - is a small Catholic chapel that stands on the hills above the north shore of Aruba. The present chapel was completed in 1952 and is located on the exact same location as the original chapel, which was built by the Venezuelan missionary in 1750. 3. **Oranjestad** (pass by, no stop) - During this tour, we will drive through colorful capital Oranjestad. You will be able to enjoy the views, and pass by some authentic Aruban houses. 4. **Casibari Rock Formations** (15m) - Enormous tonalite rock cluster offering surrounding trails, steps leading to the top & scenic views. 5. **Aruba Aloe Factory, Museum and Store** (30m; admission included) - During this tour you will visit the oldest Aloe Factory globally, where you will learn about the countless benefits of the local plant. 6. **Bushiribana Ruins** (15m) - The Bushiribana Gold Mine Ruins are the remnants of a 19th-century gold smelting facility located on the northern coast of Aruba. Built in 1872 by the Aruba Island Gold Mining Company, the stone structure was used to process gold ore extracted from the island. The site offers... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00, 14:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-19 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Good to know - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Children must be accompanied by an adult - At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time - May be operated by a multi-lingual guide ## How it compares in Island Sightseeing Tours Ranked **#12 of 14** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). Alternatives worth comparing: 1. [The Whole Story Tour of San Nicolas in Aruba](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/tours/the-whole-story-tour-of-san-nicolas-in-aruba/?format=md) — €27 per person, 4.88 (192) 2. [Aruba Half-Day Full Island Safari Adventure with Baby Beach Swim](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/tours/aruba-half-day-full-island-safari-adventure-with-baby-beach-swim/?format=md) — €70 per person, 4.83 (688) 3. 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