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Aruba Countryside Tour
★ #10 of 12 in our Shore excursions from the cruise port list Picked from the 199 Aruba tours on Viator that pass our bar and kept for a cruise day, the way we pick every tour. Also #5 of 12 in our Island sightseeing tours list.
Checked October 21, 2026 Viator listing, prices by option, departure times and pickup notes; the operator's itinerary
AGW Tours takes you around Aruba's countryside by bus with stops at California Lighthouse and Casibari. The tour lasts 4 hours at $49 per adult. Hotel pickup is included, and cruise passengers meet at the Ocean Drive store outside the main gate. The bus leaves at 9 a.m. or 2 p.m. It's $30 per child ages 4 to 10, the lowest child fare among this list's sightseeing buses.
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Aruba Countryside Tour at a glance
| Transport | Countryside bus with air conditioning |
| Duration | 4 hours |
| Price is per | $49 per adult and $30 per child ages 4 to 10 |
| Departures | 9 a.m. or 2 p.m. |
| Tour ends | Morning tour at 1 p.m.; afternoon tour at 6 p.m. |
| Pickup | Cruise pickup outside the main port gate in front of the Ocean Drive store; hotel pickup also available |
| Pickup time | Morning pickup runs from 8:30 a.m. to 9 a.m.; afternoon pickup is from 1:30 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. |
| Cruise booking | Ship's name and docking time required, plus disembarkation and reboarding times |
| Main trade-off | $20 per infant under 4 |
| In the price | local guide, bottled water, in-vehicle air conditioning, hotel/port pickup and drop-off |
| Not in the price | lunch |
| Guide languages | English, Spanish, Dutch |
| Cancellation | Full refund until 24 hours before the start; nothing after |
Read from the operator's listing on Viator for the named options, October 15, 2026. Prices are Viator's listed prices in US dollars, re-read every night; last read October 21, 2026.
What's included
- Local guide
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
What's not included
- Lunch
Price by option
Which option to book
There's 1 countryside bus tour with departures at 9 a.m. or 2 p.m. The price is $49 per adult for 4 hours with a guide and hotel or port pickup.
| Option | Price | Departures |
|---|---|---|
| Aruba Countryside Tour | $49 per adult · $30 child 4 to 10 · $20 infant 0 to 3 | 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. |
The catch: Infants under 4 cost $20 per infant.
Route
How does the day work?
The bus starts at California Lighthouse and ends the sightseeing at Bushiribana, driving through Oranjestad along the way.
- 15 min
1. California Lighthouse
The lighthouse stop gives you 15 minutes on Hudishibana's limestone plateau. Admission isn't included.
- 10 min
2. Alto Vista Chapel
At the Catholic chapel you get 10 minutes. It stands in the hills above Aruba's north shore.
- pass by
3. Oranjestad
The bus drives through Oranjestad past local houses without stopping.
- 15 min
4. Casibari Rock Formations
The rocks get 15 minutes. Trails surround them and steps lead to the top.
- 30 min
5. Aruba Aloe Factory, Museum and Store
The aloe factory visit lasts 30 minutes with admission included. You learn about the plant.
- 15 min
6. Bushiribana Ruins
The gold smelting ruins on Aruba's northern coast give you a 15 minute stop.
Stops total 85 of the 240 minutes. Bushiribana comes last before the 9 a.m. tour ends at 1 p.m. The 2 p.m. departure puts the ruins in the afternoon before a 6 p.m. finish.
Pickup and meeting point
- Cruise port: You meet at the Ocean Drive store outside the main port gate on the right.
- Hotels and rentals: Hotel or Airbnb pickup uses the location you enter when booking.
- Morning pickup: Morning pickup runs between 8:30 a.m. and 9 a.m. for the 9 a.m. departure.
- Afternoon pickup: Afternoon pickup runs between 1:30 p.m. and 1:45 p.m. for the 2 p.m. departure.
From the desk
- For the afternoon bus, I'd work back from its 6 p.m. finish. I'd choose 9 a.m. for a 1 p.m. finish if that fits your ship.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Choose this for 4 hours of sightseeing with port pickup if air conditioning matters to you. The fare is $49 per adult and $30 per child ages 4 to 10. You stop at the lighthouse and spend 30 minutes at the aloe factory.
Take El Tours' island bus at 8:30 a.m. if you want a 3.5 hour circuit. The downtown walk costs $39 per adult if you prefer Oranjestad on foot. For the Natural Pool, AGW's jeep tour includes 35 minutes at Conchi and the park fee.
Who it's not for
- The route doesn't include a beach stop or the Natural Pool.
- Children under 4 don't ride free.
- Skip the afternoon departure if you need to finish before 6 p.m.
Good to know
Know before you go
Children ages 4 to 10 pay $30 per child. Infants under 4 cost $20 per infant. Children need an adult with them and infant seats are available.
Your ship's name and docking time are required at booking. Disembarkation and reboarding times are also required.
Pickup is at the Ocean Drive store outside the main port gate on the right. Morning pickup runs from 8:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. Afternoon pickup runs from 1:30 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
Bottled water is included; you pay for lunch. Aloe factory admission is covered; lighthouse admission is excluded.
Wear comfortable walking shoes for the stops. Your ticket is mobile and each booking holds up to 16 travelers.
Cancellation at least 24 hours before departure gets a full refund. There's no refund within 24 hours.
Reviews
How is it rated?
Alternatives
Which tour should I choose instead?
A shorter bus tour
Aruba Island Sightseeing TourThe island bus takes 3.5 hours from 8:30 a.m. to noon. It starts at $49 per adult.
★ 4.7 · 388 reviews · from $49 per adult
A lower adult fare
Aruba Downtown Historic and Cultural Walking TourThe guided Oranjestad walk takes 2.5 hours from $39 per adult and gives you 2 local bites.
★ 4.8 · 674 reviews · from $39 per adult
A visit to the Natural Pool
Aruba Jeep Tour: Natural Pool, Caves and Baby Beach AdventureThe jeep tour takes 4 hours from $89 per adult with 35 minutes at Conchi and the park fee included.
★ 4.7 · 1,348 reviews · from $89 per adult
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People also ask
- How much is AGW's Aruba Countryside Tour?
The adult fare is $49 per adult from age 11. Children ages 4 to 10 pay $30 per child. Infants under 4 cost $20 per infant.
- Where does AGW's Aruba Countryside Tour pick up cruise passengers?
You meet at the Ocean Drive store outside the main port gate on the right. Morning pickup runs from 8:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. Afternoon pickup runs from 1:30 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. At booking you must supply the ship's name and docking time; disembarkation and reboarding times are also required.
- How long is AGW's Aruba Countryside Tour?
The tour lasts 4 hours, so the 9 a.m. departure finishes at 1 p.m. The 2 p.m. run ends at 6 p.m.
- Does AGW's Aruba Countryside Tour go to the Natural Pool?
The tour takes 4 hours without a Natural Pool stop. You visit Casibari and the aloe factory.
- Can I cancel AGW's Aruba Countryside Tour for a refund?
You get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before departure. Cancellations within 24 hours receive no refund.
Prices as Viator lists them, re-read every night; last read October 21, 2026. Times and conditions as of October 15, 2026. Tours book on Viator at Viator's price; if you book through the button, Viator pays us a commission and your price is the same.