Port Arthur, Tasman Sights and Harbour Cruise
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Looking to visit the multi-award winning UNESCO World Heritage Site Port Arthur? Want the added bonus of visiting some Tasman Peninsula highlights? Or simply just need transportation to the area? Then we have you covered!
Port Arthur and the Tasman Peninsula are a must see and one of Tasmania’s most popular tourist attractions. With its rich history and spectacular scenery on offer, it is easy to see why! Our popular tour allows you to experience it all. Jump aboard with one of our friendly, local drivers who will be keen to show you a fantastic day!
Description
Tour overview:
- On route to Port Arthur, we will stop at Pirates Bay lookout to soak up the scenery and take a photo or two.Then it's on to the Dog Line monument at Eaglehawk Neck!
- The next stop will have the mouths of sweet tooth's watering as we visit the Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry. Following the chocolate factory, we will visit the beautiful Port Arthur Lavender Farm. Explore the unique handmade products made from Tasmanian Lavender and take a stroll around the scenic lavender trail.
- Up next is the Port Arthur Historic Site. Immerse yourself in the fascinating, rich and dark history of the best-preserved penal settlement in Australia. Admission is at own cost and entry fee will include a 20-minute harbour cruise.
- If history is what you came for, enjoy the full 4 hours exploring the historic site. If you are up for one more experience, then you can hop back onboard the bus after 3 hours for a trip to the Remarkable Cave. Just a short 8-minute drive away, you will be greeted with the spectacular vista of Maingon Bay. At the lookout you can take in the exceptional views of Penguin Rocks and the bay.
- You can then descend down the 115 steps to view the Remarkable Cave from a viewing platform where you will be surrounded by ancient sandstone cliffs.
- We will then return back to the historic site to pick up the remaining passengers at 4pm and return to Hobart at 5:30pm.
- 9:30am Depart Hobart
- 10:40am Pirates Bay Lookout (10 mins)
- 10:55am Dog line (5 Mins)
- 11:05am Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry (10-15 Mins)
- 11:30am Lavender Farm (20-30minute)
- 12:00pm Port Arthur Historic Site (optional 3 hours 10 minutes or 4 Hours)
- 2:20pm Isle of the dead Cruise (optional)
- 3:10pm Remarkable Cave (50 minute round trip)
- 4:00pm Depart Port Arthur
- 5:30pm Arrive Hobart
Additional info:
- If you would like to pre book tours at Port Arthur please go direct to Port Arthur Historical site, we do not sell site entry tickets unless you are a group booking of 6 or more. There are many tours and packages to choose from. Any tours booked must fit in with the 12pm arrival and the 4pm departure.
- Please make sure you give your self plenty of time to arrive at your pickup location.
Cancellation Policy
Minimum 10 days notice of cancellation required. Notification for instance, in person, via email, mobile phone ‘text message’ and/or fax, or any other means will be accepted subject to confirmation in writing.
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup/drop-off
Port Arthur Historic Site General Entry
Knowledgeable and friendly guide
Meals or beverages are not included
Meeting points
Travelodge Hotel Hobart (9:10am)
Tasmanian Travel & Information Centre (9:25am)
Options
From A$145.00
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