Oranjestad

Half day Tour

Oranjestad, Aruba
Half day Tour
  • 4 to 5 hours
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Get to know Aruba on this half-day guided tour and experience how the locals live. Visit some of the island’s attractions including the Aruba Aloe Factory, Donkey Sanctuary, and visit our national archeological museum to see more of our very first visitors on the island, plus Aruba's National Archive.
  • Discover some of the highlights of Aruba with this guided tour
  • This tour is a good option for first-time visitors
  • Taste a variety of rum flavors at the end of the tour
  • Hotel pickup is offered; coordinate time and location

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Snacks

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point

    Start time

    Opening hours

    • 7/3/2020 - 1/31/2030

    Pickup details

    If the travelers are ready earlier than the pickup time, we can start the tour at that time with no extra charge

    What To Expect

    Aruba Aloe Factory, Museum and Store

    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    National Archaeological Museum Aruba

    35 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Donkey Sanctuary Aruba

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    The Arubian Taste

    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    National Archive of Aruba

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
    Operated by Jeff Classic Tours

    Cancellation Policy

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

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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    ROCKYSTONECAT53
    Jeff is a fountain of information about Aruba’s history, culture, geography, and local cuisine. We enjoyed his tour so very much, I would recommend his tour to singles, couples, and families. He goes above and beyond to give you a great insight into life on his beautiful island.

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    A tour with Jeff is the best!
    ROCKYSTONECAT53, May 2024
    Jeff is a fountain of information about Aruba’s history, culture, geography, and local cuisine. We enjoyed his tour so very much, I would recommend his tour to singles, couples, and families. He goes above and beyond to give you a great insight into life on his beautiful island.
    Awesome tour
    Wanda_J, Mar 2024
    The most memorable part of this tour was, Jeff knowledge about the Island, his warm and humorous attitude. Me and my sister loved the tour. I will never forget Jeff demeanor it was great, good conversation and laughter, "Shake baby shake it".
    We were treated to a...
    Barbara_G, Feb 2024
    We were treated to a surprise local snack. It was very good. Also Jeff offered to take us to anywhere we wanted to go, grocery store, etc. Took his offer to stop at a grocery store. Nice man and very accommodating
    Response from Host, Feb 2024
    Barbara thank you so much to choose us and happy to hear that you love the tour with us God blessed you greetings
    Jeff sung me happy...
    Monet_B, Jan 2024
    Jeff sung me happy birthday which i loved and he is the funniest. Shake it baby shake it lol. Definitely would recommend
    Beautiful tour of Auba
    Adetola_O, Sep 2023
    My tour guide was Jeff whose infectious love and passion for Aruba made the tour really special. I was impressed with his knowledge of local history, culture and traditions which was really useful when we visited the National Archives and the Museum. He is very knowledgeable about the Island and had lots of stories and anecdotes about places and people. It was a leisurely and well paced tour even though I had the good fortune of being the only client. Jeff was also kind to treat me to a local snack Johnny Cake which is a bun filled with cheese and chicken and was absolutely delicious washed down with a local drink called Mobi a type of fruit juice. Had an amazing experience at the Alta Vista church. Thank you Jeff for an amazing experience. Aruba is beautiful ❤️
    Response from Host, Sep 2023
    Thank you so much for those words for me allways is a honor to let everybody feel that way God blessed you and family
    Great tour
    Judi_S, Jun 2023
    Jeff’s tour of Aruba was excellent. Jeff knew so much about the history and culture! Instead of canceling our tour for only two people, Jeff gave us a great experience and private personalized tour. So professional!
    Response from Host, Jun 2023
    Judi thank you so much that you enjoyed all the best for you and family
    Great experience
    Lynne_A, Apr 2023
    The tour guide, Jeff was amazing! It was evident that he has genuine passion for what he does. He was cheerful, personable and kind. Thanks for a great experience Jeff!
    Response from Host, Apr 2023
    Thank you so much for those words its a kind of motivation to keep myself humble,honest and happy to show you my beautiful Island
    BEST TOUR GUIDE EVER!!!
    Julie_C, Mar 2023
    Jeff was an absolute JOY to be around. His love and enthusiasm for his island of Aruba comes through in his every word. His tour shows the non-touristy areas as well as the highlights of the island. My wife and I are seasoned cruisers. We have been to over 50 ports with some great excursions and Jeff exceeds them all. He made my wife's birthday very special!!! We both agree that we would gladly tour with Jeff again!!! Joe and Julie C.
    Response from Host, Mar 2023
    Thank you very much(Masha danki)for me allways its a honor Julie to show everybody my Island say hello to Jo for me
    Super entertainment aboard Jeff’s mini one- of-a kind school bus!
    BillieSue_M, Dec 2022
    Jeff and his mini crazy school bus provided a fun day at Aruba’s donkey sanctuary, the Aloe farm , the rum tasting house, a sea view chapel, and an original Aruban house! Jeff was a great story entertainer and even sang Happy Birthday to one of us!!
    Good energy
    Yesenia_M, Aug 2022
    This tour was great! Jeff is AWESOME and just brings the best energy. From pick up to drop off he made sure we had the best tour and a bunch of facts about Aruba. I’ve been to Aruba a few times and this has been one of my favorite tours! Loved every part of the tour, wish it was longer LOL. Would definitely recommend.
    Response from Host, Aug 2022
    Yesenia thank you so much for this kind words and God blessed you and family
    One Happy Island Tour
    Karl_S, Apr 2022
    We can't say enough good things about Jeff Classic Tour! Jeff is extremely entertaining and knowledgeable - a great storyteller when talking about his beloved Aruban island and culture. The open-air bus was very comfortable and breezy, and all 7 stops were fun and interesting. We’re sure there are many good tour guides on the island, but Jeff is truly one of a kind. We highly recommend this tour with Jeff Classic Tour. Jeff, if you read this, thanks again for everything! See you on our next trip :) Beth & Karl
    Response from Host, Apr 2022
    Karl & Beth thank you so much to choose JCT its an honor allways to show you my Island and Im sure We will see you soon
    Authentic tour of Aruba
    Sandra_H, Apr 2022
    Being that this was our first trip to Aruba, we really wanted a tour that would let us see & learn about this beautiful island & it’s beautiful people. Jeff made our afternoon memorable, rich with great stories of the islands history, along with a tour that let us appreciate Aruba’s landscape. Tour lasted over 4hrs, never felt rushed, lots of laughing, lots of talking, felt at home. We plan on returning soon, guaranteeing booking with Jeff again to further explore the island. Thank you Chef Jeff, please say Hi to Ms. Marsha for us… Robert & Sandra
    Response from Host, Apr 2022
    Hi thank you so much for those kind words allways an honor.I will do the greetings to Ms.Marsha have a blessed year Robert and Sandra and We will see you soon
    A Fantastic Tour
    Suzanne_S, Feb 2022
    A wonderful tour here in Aruba. It turned out to be just the two of us along with Jeff, this richly informative, exuberantly garrulous, and charmingly affable guide in an open-window converted school bus. We visited a house and yard preserved to display the life of a typical rural working-class Aruban family through seven decades of the last century, learned fascinating facts about the cultivation, uses, and economic history of aloe Vera, petted and fed lovely burros at a donkey sanctuary while a flock of peacocks and peahens ambled around us, saw ancient native petroglyphs in a cave at a massive rock formation, sampled different flavors of rum in a liquor store that the consequences of the pandemic had relocated to a single room in a private residence, and even learned a fair number of Papiamento words and phrases. In addition to all that, we got to know a lot about our guide, both as a proud Aruban and as a fellow human being. As we travelled he showed us not only the destinations on our itinerary but, in passing, places important in his own life and family history. Moreover, there was hardly any minute that elapsed without his either greeting — by honking or joyously shouting or both — some good friend or family relation. Sometimes similar glad greetings came from others first because they saw his bus before he saw them. One could easily imagine that he was connected to some majority of the island’s local population. We have experienced many tours over the years, many of them excellent, but we can honestly say that none have given us more of a sense of both fun and human connection. than this memorable experience.
    Response from Host, Feb 2022
    Suzanne and John thank you so much for this kind words from your heart.I wish you and your family an blessed year.Its an honor allways to show everybody my Island
    Hidden Gem!
    Amber_P, Jan 2022
    My husband and I have been to Aruba in the past, but mostly stayed around the resort. This experience was amazing, we got a history of the island while visiting amazing places. Jeff made us feel like part of the family and even showed us many local Hidden Gems to visit. Not a scripted tour! He answered all of our questions and even taught us some of the language! The rum tasting was amazing, so many delicious flavors to test. The old Aruba house museum was very educational and amazing to see how far things have come in the last 20-30 years. Definitely recommend for people who want to learn about the island. Will definitely use again in the future!! Thanks so much Jeff, we had an absolute blast!
    Response from Host, Jan 2022
    Thank you so much Amber and Mark its allways my honor be safe and God blessed you
    Excellent day on One Happy Island!
    MichaelK_T, Jan 2022
    We spent a great day with Jeff- from Jeff Classic Tours. We were looking for a different type of Aruban tour- wanted to see other parts of the island-apart from the other tours. We visited a Cunucu house, great tour of the Aruba Aloe Factory and an amazing & yummy rum tasting. But, I think what we enjoyed the most was getting to know the island, head to areas off the beaten path, enjoy an amazing meat filled pastry (Jeff said snack - we said lunch!). We even stopped for a cold Chill along the way. If you’re looking for a great tour- this is it. Jeff was so accommodating and treated us as best of friends.
    Response from Host, Jan 2022
    Thank you Mike,Molly and Beth it is allways an honor to show you my Island be safe and God blessed you
    Mom’ Birthday was made very special
    Anide_H, Dec 2021
    Jeffrey was so nice, patient and so knowledgeable about the country, he remembers even the centuries. The tour with him was educational and you even can feel as if you lived there back in the days. I went in the half day tour but we practically seen almost whole town. It was my mothers birthday and he made special trips that was not included in the itinerary and that made my mother feel extra special that it made her day.
    Response from Host, Dec 2021
    Hi Anide,for me and like allways its a honor to give you a nice service happy holidays and say hello to Mama God blessed you
    Amazing Half Day Tour w Jeff
    Vernell_R, Aug 2021
    My husband and I really enjoyed our time with Jeff. He’s an amazing historian. For me when I travel it’s all about the history of the country. Jeff provided that for us. It was supposed to be 8 people on the tour, but it turned out to just be my husband and I. For us it was like a private tour. Of course with that being said, we got extra perks. Thanks so much Jeff for showing us your amazing country. I’m so in love with this country🇦🇼❤️🇦🇼. I will visit annually if it is the will of God! Masha Danki
    Response from Host, Aug 2021
    Thank you guys so much for an unforgettable day and for choosing Jeff Classic Tours. I am really happy you guys enjoyed it and that you will love to come back soon. When you come back don't forget to call Jeff for anything that you need my friends. It was so nice meeting y'all and I hope I will see you guys in the future. God bless you and stay safe
    Best tour of Aruba!
    Paulette_D, Jul 2021
    This was the best tour we took in Aruba! Jeffrey was extremely friendly and very knowledgeable about Aruba and its history. We especially enjoyed the glassblowing demonstration and the visit to the donkey sanctuary. He showed us so many interesting sights, and told us so many stories based on personal experience that we now feel like we truly know the island. We even learned a few words in Papiamento! I highly recommend this fantastic tour!!
    Response from Host, Jul 2021
    I'm very happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour and enjoyed my island. Thank you for giving us the time to teach you a little more about Aruba and how we locals get about. Danki!! Hopefully I will see you guys back soon, stay safe.
    Jeff Tours - 5 *****
    FairNap, Jul 2021
    Thank you to Jeff our tour guide. As a first timer in Aruba he made the trip a lot of fun. Got to see many places in Aruba not just points of interest but places where locals go to. Love the food and the rum tasting
    Response from Host, Jul 2021
    Thank you Fair, for a wonderful day and for giving me the chance to show you around my island. Do not forget about the special recipe. Hopefully I'll see you again :)
    Half day bus tour with Jeff
    William_G, Jun 2021
    My wife Marie and I visited Aruba for the first time in June 2021. We wanted to find a tour that would show us and give us the best information on the Islands history, people, neighborhoods, etc. We found the perfect tour. The 1/2 day tour with our driver Jeff was outstanding. His bus is cute, he is friendly, professional, thoughtful, informative, polite, accommodating, just the perfect 'nice guy'. We visited five terrific places and experienced, and learned so much about the beautiful island of Aruba.
    Response from Host, Jun 2021
    Thank you so much for all the kind words William and Marie. I am really happy you enjoyed the tour and I'm really looking forward to seeing you guys again

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