--- title: Full-Day Aruba History and Must-See Landmarks Tour lang: en type: tour city: Aruba country: Caribbean price: 63 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.73 reviews: 1633 duration_minutes: 420 languages: [en, nl, es] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Full day, a swim? rank_in_category: 9 of 14 (Island Sightseeing Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-25 data_updated: 2026-11-03 canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/tours/full-day-aruba-history-and-must-see-landmarks-tour/ --- # Full-Day Aruba History and Must-See Landmarks Tour **Guidekin's take:** 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 1633 reviews at €63 per person. **Full day, a swim?:** Full Island Tour at €63 per person for 7h: bus circuit of the landmarks, Baby Beach swim, beach hotel pickup; food extra. 4.73 from 1633 reviews. Trade-off: Food and snorkel gear not included. (last checked September 19, 2026) In our comparison: #9 of 14 in Island Sightseeing Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview 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. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: from 100 pickup points - Starts 09:00, 10:00: 2 departures a day - Food not included: Food and drinks (available for purchase) - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €40: ages 3 to 12 **Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 100 pickup points ## Key facts - Price: from €63 per person for the Full Island Tour option; other options up to €89 - Duration: 7h - Rating: 4.73/5 from 1633 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Fantasy Tours - Group: Shared tour · private option available - Guide languages: English, Dutch, Spanish - Start times: 09:00, 10:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-25 ## Reviews 4.73 from 1633 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 1529 of 1633. - 5 stars: 1363 (83%) - 4 stars: 166 (10%) - 3 stars: 65 (4%) - 2 stars: 18 (1%) - 1 star: 21 (1%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides' local knowledge and range of sights; some find the stops rushed, particularly Baby Beach **Praised:** - Guides explain Aruba's history and culture with humor - Varied stops give a broad introduction to the island - Comfortable, air conditioned transport between sights - Patient guides answer questions and accommodate requests - Baby Beach swimming and the Aloe Factory are frequent highlights **Complaints:** - Some find the stops well paced, while others feel rushed and want more time at Baby Beach - Some praise the driving, while others find it rough or too fast - Some enjoy the beach restaurant, while others report slow service and too few dining options - Crowding and difficulty finding seating at Baby Beach Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-03-21 to 2026-09-30); last checked 2026-10-03. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Full Island Tour | €62 / person | English, Spanish, Dutch | Get an early start exploring Aruba and join us for our sunrise full island tour. This tour departs at 9am. Pickup included | | Private Full Island Tour | €89 / person (for 5+ people) | English, Spanish, Dutch | Private Island Tour: Explore the same great tour but in the comfort of your group. Pickup included | ## 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 ## Not included - Gratuities - Food and drinks (available for purchase) - Use of Snorkelling equipment ## Itinerary 1. **Aruba Aloe Factory, Museum and Store** (45m) - 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... 2. **California Lighthouse** (15m) - 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... 3. **Alto Vista Chapel** (15m) - 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. 4. **Natural Bridge** (15m) - 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. 5. **Casibari Rock Formations** (15m) - 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. 6. **Baby Beach** (1h 30m) - 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. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00, 10:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-25 - 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. Pickup points listed by the operator: 100 ## Good to know - 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 Booking asks for: dates of birth, arrival flight or ship details ## Compared with other Island Sightseeing Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #9 of 14** | €63 | 7h | 4.73 (1633) | shared | | [Aruba Half-Day Full Island Safari Adventure with Baby Beach Swim](/caribbean/aruba/tours/aruba-half-day-full-island-safari-adventure-with-baby-beach-swim/?format=md) | €72 | 4h | 4.84 (707) | shared | | [The Whole Story Tour of San Nicolas in Aruba](/caribbean/aruba/tours/the-whole-story-tour-of-san-nicolas-in-aruba/?format=md) | €27 | 2h | 4.88 (192) | shared | | [Full-Day Aruba Sightseeing island Tour with Baby Beach Swim](/caribbean/aruba/tours/full-day-aruba-sightseeing-island-tour-with-baby-beach-swim/?format=md) | €77 | 7h | 4.84 (283) | shared | Ranked #9 of 14 in Island Sightseeing Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €27 to €77, median €56; typical length 4h. 0 of 14 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/island-tours-aruba/?format=md ## More in Aruba - All Aruba tours: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/tours/full-day-aruba-history-and-must-see-landmarks-tour/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/?format=md