---
title: Highlights of Aruba Island Tour
lang: en
type: tour
city: Aruba
country: Caribbean
price: 64
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.82
reviews: 210
duration_minutes: 240
languages: [en, es, nl]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 5 of 14 (Island Sightseeing Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-19
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/aruba/tours/highlights-of-aruba-island-tour/
---

# Highlights of Aruba Island Tour

**Guidekin's take:** A minivan loop of the island's landmarks with a guide: the ostrich farm with entry included, Alto Vista chapel, the gold mill ruins, the aloe factory, California lighthouse and the natural bridge, with hotel or port pickup. Food and tips are not included. 4.82 from 210 reviews at €64 per person.

In our comparison: #5 of 14 in Island Sightseeing Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

See the highlights of Aruba on this best-selling tour! Visit the Ostrich Farm and feed the ostriches. Then head to see Aruba's most historical attractions, including the Alto Vista Chapel, Bushiribana Gold Melting Ruins, Aruba Aloe Factory, California Lighthouse and the Natural Bridge in an air-conditioned bus.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: from 37 pickup points
- Starts 09:00: one departure a day
- Food not included: bring or buy your own
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Children from €36: ages 0 to 11

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 37 pickup points

## Key facts

- Price: from €64 per person
- Duration: 4h
- Rating: 4.82/5 from 210 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Kini Kini Transfer & Tours
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English, Spanish, Dutch
- Start times: 09:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-19

## Reviews

4.82 from 210 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 201 of 210.

- 5 stars: 192 (91%)
- 4 stars: 9 (4%)
- 3 stars: 1 (0%)
- 2 stars: 5 (2%)
- 1 star: 3 (1%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers value the varied stops and small groups, though the depth of guide commentary varies.

**Praised:**
- Friendly guides sharing island history, local stories and humour
- A varied introduction to Aruba beyond the beach resorts
- Informative aloe factory visits and interactive ostrich feeding
- Small groups that make the sightseeing feel personal
- Comfortable vans with air conditioning

**Complaints:**
- Confusing pickup instructions, changed meeting times and difficulty locating the driver
- Some receive detailed commentary, while others get little explanation of the sights
- Some find the pace relaxed, while others feel rushed at the stops

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2024-06-30 to 2026-09-23); last checked 2026-10-03.

## What's included

- Professional guide
- Entrance to the Ostrich Farm
- Local taxes
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off

## Not included

- Food and drinks
- Gratuities

## Itinerary

1. **Alto Vista Chapel** (15m) - The island’s first Catholic church constructed in 1750.
2. **Aruba Aloe Factory, Museum and Store** (20m; admission included) - Aruba Aloe Factory is the oldest Aloe Company in the world and one of the first companies to formulate and manufacture aloe-based Skin, Hair & Sun Care products and growing the Aloes at the cosmetic production plant.
3. **Aruba Ostrich Farm** (20m; admission included) - Outdoor farm offering interaction with ostriches and an African art gift shop.
4. **Bushiribana Ruins** (15m) - During the 'Gold Rush' of Aruba in the 19th century an English mining company built this Goldmill along the north coast of the island.
5. **Learn about the history of Aruba's rock formations at this Natural Bridge for...** (15m) - Learn about the history of Aruba's rock formations at this Natural Bridge formed naturally out of Coral limestone. The bridge collapsed in 2005 but still offers great views.
6. **California Lighthouse** (20m) - The area gives you a clear view of Aruba’s northern coast and a chance to stretch your legs while taking in the scenery.

## Schedule

- Runs: Mon, Wed, Fri
- Departures: 09:00
- 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.

Pickup points listed by the operator: 37

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time

Booking asks for: arrival flight or ship details

## Compared with other Island Sightseeing Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #5 of 14** | €64 | 4h | 4.82 (210) | 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 #5 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.

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