Aruba Countryside Tour

Recommended by 93% of travelers

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Aruba

High interest

Booked 2 times today.

4 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.7

· JOYCE_J ·

Mar 2026

Exceptional tour with a very knowledgeable guide. I would highly recommend it to everyone. Great value. Was very comfortable and the stops were interesting and perfect for pictures.

· Sheron_L ·

May 2026

Very relaxing tour. All the historical information you need to know about Aruba. I think they should add an hour of shopping to the trip. I had an exciting adventure. I think you should ask for John. He was phenomenal.

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Overview

Spend a day away from the beach on this guided sightseeing tour of Aruba, which covers almost 70 percent of the island in one day. Learn about the island’s history and culture through onboard commentary, and stop to snap photos and explore top Aruba attractions including the California Lighthouse, Alto Vista Chapel, and Natural Bridge. This tour is conducted in an air-conditioned bus and includes snacks, refreshments, and hotel pickup and drop-off for the ultimate in comfort and convenience.

Aruba countryside sightseeing tour
Easily visit top Aruba attractions such as Natural Bridge and the California Lighthouse in one day
Get off the beaten tourist track by spending a day away from the beach
Cover nearly 70 percent of Aruba's land in a single outing
Onboard commentary provides knowledge and insight into local culture

What's Included

Local guide
Bottled water
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Air-conditioned vehicle

Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Before the start of this tour, we will pick you up at your hotel, your Airbnb, or at the cruise port. Please make sure you fill out your pick-up location. Our pick-up time is between 8:30-9:00 AM or 1:30 - 1:45pm. **CRUISE PORT PICK UP LOCATION**: The pick up zone is outside the main port gate on your right hand side in front of Ocean drive store.

Itinerary

California Lighthouse

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Alto Vista Chapel

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Oranjestad (Pass By)

Casibari Rock Formations

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Aruba Aloe Factory, Museum and Store

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Bushiribana Ruins

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Aruba Downtown Walking Tours

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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
Not wheelchair accessible

May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.7

based on 560 reviews

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Relaxing and informative

Sheron_L, May 2026

Great Aruba Countryside Tour

Varrett_K, May 2026

We had an absolutely phenomenal experience on our Aruba Countryside Tour, and our guide, Dolphi, made the entire excursion unforgettable! From the moment the tour began, Dolphi was warm, professional, knowledgeable, and full of positive energy. He shared so much about the history, culture, and beauty of Aruba while making sure everyone felt safe, comfortable, and included throughout the journey. The scenery was breathtaking, but what truly elevated the experience was Dolphi’s personality and passion for what he does. He was patient, attentive, engaging, and went above and beyond to ensure we had an enjoyable and memorable time. His sense of humor and hospitality made the tour feel personal rather than routine. If you are considering an Aruba countryside excursion, I highly recommend requesting Dolphi specifically. He is truly an asset to the company and one of the best tour guides I have encountered while traveling. Thank you, Dolphi, for an outstanding experience and for helping us see the real beauty of Aruba!

This was a very...

Garrett_T, May 2026

This was a very comprehensive tour of the Island. The tour guide was excellent. I’d definitely book with them again.

Aruba Countryside

barbv3, May 2026

Guide was great...John...I think. But having to sit in the same seat where I couldn't see anything...or ask questions while traveling. I asked if we could rotate seats at stops...but that didn't happen. John was great...but don't sit in last row in aisle seat. I waited 1 hr early to be 1st one there and very pushy orhers jumped ahead and blocked me from sitting by a large window. I think the guides should rotate group seats so all who paid the same get same experience. 3 in my group. Thank you

Response from Host, May 2026

Dear Barb, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about the Aruba Countryside Tour. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your guide, John, and we truly appreciate your kind words about him. We are sorry to hear that your seating affected your ability to fully enjoy the tour, see the sights clearly, and ask questions while traveling. We understand that every guest pays for the same experience, and your suggestion about rotating seats at the stops is very fair and helpful. We also apologize for the boarding situation and for the frustration caused when other guests moved ahead after you arrived early. We will review this with our team so we can better manage boarding, seating, and guest comfort during future tours. Thank you again for your feedback and for choosing AGW Tours Aruba. We are glad John helped make the tour enjoyable, and we hope to welcome you and your group again for an even better experience. Warm regards, AGW Tours Aruba

All island tour

gregoryd11703, Apr 2026

Guide very thorough. Spoke drove and active the whole 4 hours. Nice air conditioned van. Guide very kind. Went out of his way to help physically challenged, very informative left no questions for anyone to ask. Vey friendly. I wish all tours went like this and we've been on over 170 excursions

Enjoyable tour

Paula_E, Apr 2026

Tour was as described. It was enjoyable and the driver was very knowledgeable. We have vacationed in Aruba many times but never toured the island until now. Well worth the cost.

Great tour!

Mary_M, Apr 2026

John was fantastic tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and answered questions about everything. Saw so much of the island.

Our family of three did...

Liliana_P, Apr 2026

Our family of three did the countryside tour in Aruba on the morning of April 17, and it was a wonderful experience. John, our driver, was attentive, informative, and incredibly knowledgeable about the island’s landscape. He made the tour both enjoyable and educational. Highly recommend!

Great Adventure

Olga_L, Apr 2026

Visited key things to see in Aruba and the tour guide John was extremely knowledgeable in the Aruba and its history. He made the tour enjoyable. We had a great time.

Tour

Lawrie_E, Apr 2026

Started late and missed Gold mine but no idea why. Lovely but elderly guide who was sometimes confused

Response from Host, May 2026

Dear Lawrie, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are glad to hear that you found parts of the Aruba Countryside Tour lovely, but we are sorry that the experience did not fully meet your expectations. We sincerely apologize for the late start and for missing the Gold Mine stop. This should have been clearly communicated during the tour, and we understand how disappointing it must have been not to know why that part of the itinerary was skipped. We also appreciate your comments regarding the guide. Our guides are expected to provide a clear, organized, and informative experience, and we will review your feedback with our team to ensure better communication and consistency on future tours. Thank you again for bringing this to our attention. Your feedback helps us improve, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a better experience in the future. Warm regards, AGW Tours Aruba

Great tour

David_J, Apr 2026

Lionel was was great! He was very kind and knowledgeable. This tour really gives you a good overview of the island and its history.

Excellent tour!

Stephen_P, Apr 2026

Our tour guide John Habile was very knowledgeable about the places he showed us and general facts about Aruba.

Fabulous way to see Aruba !!

Donna_K, Apr 2026

We were well informed through the tour as well as educated about the history of Aruba. Our tour guide was the best we’ve ever had !

Lionel from AGW tours...

LaTonya_B, Apr 2026

Lionel from AGW tours gave us a great and knowledgeable tour of Aruba. We had a small group so it felt like a private tour. He was very accommodating and helped us take great pictures at each site. We even had snacks and water! We saw all of the sites listed as well as many birds native to Aruba. The tour allowed us to see more of Aruba instead of all the touristy beaches.

Exactly as described: a...

Andrew_Z, Apr 2026

Exactly as described: a lot of places in a short time span. Could be a little boring for some people (like me), but the kids and my wife are happy, so I'm happy :)

Great Tour

Austin_J, Apr 2026

Tour started on time. Transportation was of high quality with good AC. They stored our stroller in the back and treated my blind, seven year old son with respect and patience. Driver/tour guide was very knowledgeable.

It’s really 4 hours so...

Charles_H, Apr 2026

It’s really 4 hours so eat before. They provide a few snacks but you may need more. It’s a great tour and very informative.

Very interesting.

Felicia_W, Apr 2026

The van/bus was not the most comfortable with the roads. The tour guide was very informative and knowledgeable.

Aruba tour today

ROBERT_S, Apr 2026

It was a fantastic tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable about Aruba and was very informative. Beautiful island

Great Experience

Jacqueline_M, Apr 2026

Guide tour was very informative.... I will definatley recommend this tour and repeat it again, need being

Countryside route to history

Priscilla_T, Mar 2026

Very informative. Highlights historical areas. Gets attendees away from the tourist areas and into the countryside.

A must experience

Susan_B, Mar 2026

If ADA [I'm in a wheelchair] the help to load/unload was fantastic. Very courteous and friendly. A very enjoyable experience 😉

Don't waste timeand money calling listed phone numbers.

Bob_E, Mar 2026

Tried calling listed phone numbers 24 hours in advance and no one answered. Cruise ship arrived in port to late to make scheduled trip and unable to see if a later one was avaible as no one answered either of the phone numbers we had on our booking sheets.

Different side to Aruba - engaging and lots to see!

Abigail_R, Mar 2026

We did John Habibe’s countryside tour in Aruba and it was one of the highlights of our two-week Caribbean trip. It really showed a different side of the island beyond the beaches, with stops including the lighthouse, a beautiful remote church, rock formations, the gold mine and an interesting aloe vera factory visit. John was warm, knowledgeable and a great photographer, and the tour was really well paced; we saw a lot without ever feeling rushed. I’m a manual wheelchair user and John was fantastic with accessibility. Some stops (like the lighthouse and church) were very easy to access, while others were more uneven, but I still felt included and comfortable throughout. The aloe vera museum has a few steps (around 10), but it’s short and John kindly carried my wheelchair. Overall, if you’re happy to do the accessible parts, this tour is absolutely worth it. We still talk about it weeks later - highly recommend!