1 Day itinerary in Aruba, Central America & Caribbean
Aruba Highlights Tour
Explore Aruba in an air-conditioned bus. Your friendly and professional tour guide will show you the attractions and natural landmarks of Aruba. You will make a visit to the Aloe Vera Factory and Museum. Aloe, first introduced to the island in 1840, became a very important part of Aruba’s history. ... Read More
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Overview
Physical Difficulty
Light
Recommended Age
Everyone
Operated in
English, Spanish, Dutch
GUIDANCE
Driver as a Guide
starting point
Oranjestad
trip type
Private
trip attributes
Meet local people
Historic & cultural landmarks
Classic Sights
Start
Night
End
Highlights
Tour the island of Aruba in the comfort of an air-conditioned coach
Learn about Aruban culture and history from you local guide
Visit sites like the Casibari Rock Formation, Natural Bridge, and Alto Vista Chapel
Enjoy seamless, round-trip transportation from your hotel or the cruise port
Tour the island of Aruba in the comfort of an air-conditioned coach
Learn about Aruban culture and history from you local guide
Visit sites like the Casibari Rock Formation, Natural Bridge, and Alto Vista Chapel
Enjoy seamless, round-trip transportation from your hotel or the cruise port
Itinerary
Accommodation Categories
Day 1
Aruba Highlights Tour
Explore Aruba in an air-conditioned bus. Your friendly and professional tour guide will show you the attractions and natural landmarks of Aruba.
You will make a visit to the Aloe Vera Factory and Museum. Aloe, first introduced to the island in 1840, became a very important part of Aruba’s history. At one point Aruba was the largest exporter of Aloe in the world with almost two-thirds of the island covered in plants. You will have the opportunity to take a tour through the state-of-the-art Aruba Aloe Factory and learn more about its history in the adjacent museum.
You will also see some of Aruba’s famous attractions including Casibari Rock Formations which is a natural rock formation which can be climbed to get some amazing views of the island and also the Bushiribana Gold Mine Ruins. Gold fever is a treacherous condition in which many men dream but few get rich. Aruba experienced this malady beginning in the early 19th century. Early prospectors were local men with shovels and picks. Starting in 1854, the rights to mine went to a successive list of professional companies who tried and usually failed to be profitable. One of them, the Aruba Island Gold Mining Company, built their elaborate mill on the northern coast in 1874 along with roads and a pier. The English company abandoned the smelting operation in 1881. By 1916, the gold rush was over. These ruins along the coastline are fun to explore.
Next you will travel to Alto Vista Chapel. The chapel was built on the site of the first Catholic Church built in Aruba in 1750 by a Spanish missionary. It is a special place for peace and contemplation, surrounded by the Aruban countryside. Your final stop will be at the famous California Light House, named after a ship called the California. This area offers some of the most beautiful scenic views of Aruba.
Guide: Included for the day
What’s Included
Transport
- Pick up and drop off from your hotel.
Extras
- Bottled water and any applicable entrance fees.
Not Included
- Gratuities, food and drinks other than water.
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$41.00 USD