Aruba Shore Excursion: Essence of Aruba
- Location:Oranjestad, Aruba
- Duration:4 hours (approx.)
- TOUR Code:3046PRTAUAESSENCE
If you’re in port in Aruba, you need to experience the essence of the island on this shore excursion. This fascinating tour features the products in which this Caribbean island specializes. Learn about Aruba's 160-year-old aloe history. Visit the Aruhiba Cigar Factory. Stop at the Balashi Beer Brewery. Go to the Pinturitic Kunukoe House for a taste of Aruban rum.
Highlights
- Essence of Aruba shore excursion
- Discover the history of Aruba's aloe industry
- Stop at the Aruhiba Cigar Factory
- Visit the Balashi Beer Brewery
- Sample rum at Pinturitic Kunukoe House
- Complimentary port pickup and drop off
- Covered by Viator's worry-free policy: guaranteed on-time return to your ship
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Your time in port in Aruba will be well spent on this Essence of Aruba shore excursion. You’ll start by discovering the history of Aruba’s 160-year-old aloe industry. As you tour the Aruba Aloe Factory and Museum, soak up the culture that surrounds the "biggest little plant on the island." You’ll visit the plantation where farmers harvest the aloe gel using a centuries-old technique. Then, you can walk through the factory where chemists formulate and produce the world's leading lotions and other skin products.
Next, head to the Aruhiba Cigar Factory, a family-owned tobacco plantation. Join Mr Petrochi and members of his family as they tell you about the extensive process used to produce their high-quality, handmade cigars. Then it’s on to the Balashi Beer Brewery, winner of two gold medals from the "Monde Selection" in Brussels. Balashi beer is one of Aruba's proudest products. On this private tour, you will hear about Aruba's beer history and get a bird’s-eye view of the brewing process from the gangway above the production area. Then, of course, it’s what you’ve been waiting for – a sample of the beer.
Your last stop will be at the Pinturitic Kunukoe House, where you’ll taste a local delight, Aruban rum, blended from an old Aruban recipe. You won’t want to get back on your ship without a bottle in hand.
Worry-free Shore Excursion:
We will ensure your timely return to Oranjestad for this activity. In the rare event your ship has departed, we will arrange for transportation to the next port-of-call. See our terms and conditions for full details.
Schedule Details
Essence of Aruba
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9:00am
Duration:4 hours (approx.)
Return details:Returns to original departure point
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Additional Information
- Tour of Aruba
- Guided tour at the Aruba Aloe Factory
- Guided tour of Balashi Brewery
- One Free Balashi Draft Beer
- Transport by air-conditioned coach
- Professional guide
- Port pickup and drop off
- Souvenirs
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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