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Full-Day Aruba History and Must-See Landmarks Tour

4.7 Great 1619 reviews
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7h
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English, NL, Spanish
Free cancellation Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

4.7
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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Guidekin's take

Full day, a swim? in our Island Sightseeing Tours comparison. Full Island Tour at €61 per person for 7h: bus circuit of the landmarks, Baby Beach swim, beach hotel pickup; food extra. 4.73 from 1,619 reviews.

Trade-off: Food, drinks and snorkel gear not included.

Last checked: September 19, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Overview

Guidekin summary

A seven hour bus circuit of the island's landmarks told through its history, with a swim or snorkel stop at Baby Beach and pickup around Oranjestad, Palm Beach and Eagle Beach. Food, drinks and snorkel gear are not included, and a private version is a separate tier. 4.73 from 1,619 reviews at €61 per person.

From the guide

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.

Tour options

The operator sells this tour in 2 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.

Full Island Tour

from €61 / person
Guide: English, Spanish, Dutch

Get an early start exploring Aruba and join us for our sunrise full island tour. This tour departs at 9am.

What this option includes

Pickup included

Private Full Island Tour

from €89 / person (for 5+ people)
Guide: English, Spanish, Dutch

Private Island Tour: Explore the same great tour but in the comfort of your group.

What this option includes

Pickup included

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 09:00, 10:00
Available year-round

This tour runs daily, departing at 09:00, 10:00. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 19, 2026.

What's Included

Option to swim or snorkel at Baby Beach
Complimentary pick up and drop off in Oranjestad, Palm Beach and Eagle Beach area
Air-conditioned vehicle
We have bottled water for everyone on board
7-hour tour of Aruba's highlights

What's Not Included

Gratuities
Food and drinks (available for purchase)
Use of Snorkelling equipment

Itinerary

Aruba Aloe Factory, Museum and Store Stop 1
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.
45 min
California Lighthouse Stop 2
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.
15 min
Alto Vista Chapel Stop 3
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.
15 min
Natural Bridge Stop 4
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.
15 min
Casibari Rock Formations Stop 5
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.
15 min
Baby Beach Stop 6
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.
1h 30m

Departure & Return

Pickup included

• 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.

Additional 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

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 61 / person