Port Arthur Full-day Guided Tour with Harbour Cruise and Tasman National Park
Overview
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9 hours
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This full day tour from Hobart has been designed to allow as much time as possible to explore Port Arthur. Formerly a convict site, Port Arthur is bursting with history and today boasts a landscape of natural beauty, scenic ruins and restored buildings. Make the most out of your day and join one of the complimentary site talks throughout the day. Gain a deep connection to the history of the convicts as you cruise around the Isle of the Dead on Carnarvon Bay. Enjoy personalised touring with live commentary from our local, experienced driver guides who are on-hand throughout the day. Lunch and refreshments can be purchased on site, or you are welcome to bring your own. Join the optional free Remarkable Caves tour and enjoy a visit to the Chocolate Factory on our return to Hobart. With all the inclusions plus maximum time at the site, this tour provides fantastic value and guarantees a most memorable day.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Opportunity to explore Remarkable Caves and stunning Maingon Bay Lookout
Visit to Historic Richmond for photo opportunities
Air-conditioned vehicle
30-minute Harbour Cruise around Isle of the Dead
Admission to Port Arthur Historic Site
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Options
Port Arthur Full-day Guided Tour with Harbour Cruise and Tasman National Park
Pickup included
Reviews
490 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent trip
Michael B,
Apr 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very cool place to visit. We had a great time on this trip, our guild (I forget his name) was extremely polite and knowledgeable
A Glimpse of Port Arthur Penal Colony
John Y,
Apr 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00Wanting to learn more ahout Australia’s convict history, I joined this tour, and I came away fully satisfied and more informed. The tour's highlight is the UNESCO World Heritage Site designated Port Arthur Penitentiary and various buildings within the compound, which visitors can explore at their own pace. Site guides provide interesting commentaries on certain buildings. The modern visitor centre has excellent displays and interactive exhibits. Our wonderful Gray Line tour bus driver-guide, PHIL, did an excellent job, providing commentaries with lots of historic and informative detail, in a personable and humorous manner. The tour also included a short boat cruise to get a view of the waters where the convicts in the 1800's were shipped in, and there's also an optional photo opportunity of a cave-blowhole at the nearby Tasmanian National Park. Overall, this was a most enjoyable Australian penal colony tour and I highly recommend it.
Amazing
Jasmina M,
Apr 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00Colin was awesome, friendly and super funny We were entertained the whole time. Colin is full of knowledge about Tasmanian history. We absolutely loved it. Thanks Colin James and Jasmine from WA
Port Arthur enjoy serenity and historical
John B,
Apr 9, 2025
- Viator
4.00Very interesting and beautiful god bus trip just as good guide, very nice stops Time frame also good
Very informative...
Beatriz M,
Apr 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very informative historical tour with friendly and knowledgeable guide. Exposure to a beautiful area of Tasmania
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