Transfer Port Arthur

Overview

Discover the history, scenery and flavours of the Tasman Peninsula on a flexible day trip designed to give you more choice in how you spend your day.

Departing Hobart at 9:30 am, the route takes in Pirates Bay Lookout, the historic Dog Line and a stop at the Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry, with the option of a 30 or 60-minute visit to the Lavender Farm before continuing to Port Arthur.

Entry to Port Arthur Historic Site is included, and you choose between three or four hours to explore. Take the four-hour option for plenty of time among the convict ruins, historic buildings, harbour and surrounding grounds, or the three-hour option to combine Port Arthur with a visit to Remarkable Cave. On the way back to Hobart the tour stops at Blue Lagoon Oysters in Dunalley.

Highlights

Pirates Bay Lookout

Take in the spectacular views over Pirates Bay on the way to the Tasman Peninsula.

The historic Dog Line

Discover the fascinating history of the Dog Line at Eaglehawk Neck.

Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry

Stop at the Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry for a taste of some local Tasmanian goodness.

Lavender Farm

Choose an optional 30 or 60-minute visit to the Lavender Farm before continuing to Port Arthur.

Port Arthur Historic Site

Entry to the Historic Site is included. Choose three or four hours to explore the convict ruins, historic buildings, harbour and surrounding grounds at your own pace.

Isle of the Dead Cruise

An optional Isle of the Dead Cruise is included, departing at approximately 2:20 pm.

Remarkable Cave

The three-hour Port Arthur option gives you time to visit Remarkable Cave, a 50-minute round trip that combines Tasmania's convict history with some of the dramatic natural scenery the peninsula is famous for. Parks Pass fees apply and can be purchased on the day for $24.55.

Blue Lagoon Oysters

Stop at Blue Lagoon Oysters in Dunalley, where an Australian oyster-shucking champion works. Watch the skill involved and, if you wish, sample fresh oysters or other cold seafood. Grab a seat at the picnic tables and wind down after a day of exploring the peninsula.

What's Included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from 10 locations through the city and the Eastern Shore
• Port Arthur Historic Site general entry
• A flexible three or four-hour Port Arthur option
• An optional 30 or 60-minute Lavender Farm visit
• A knowledgeable and friendly local guide

Not Included

• Meals, tastings and beverages
• Parks Pass fees for Remarkable Cave, which can be purchased on the day for $24.55

Itinerary

• 9:30 am - Depart Hobart
• 10:40 am - Pirates Bay Lookout (approximately 10 minutes)
• 10:55 am - Dog Line (approximately 5 minutes)
• 11:05 am - Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry (approximately 10-15 minutes)
• 11:30 am - Lavender Farm, optional, with a choice of 30 or 60 minutes
• 11:40 am - Port Arthur Historic Site, with a choice of 3 or 4 hours
• 2:20 pm - Isle of the Dead Cruise, optional and included
• 2:50 pm - Remarkable Cave, approximately a 50-minute round trip
• 3:40 pm - Depart Port Arthur
• 4:20 pm - Blue Lagoon Oysters
• 5:30 pm - Arrive in Hobart

Important Information

Approximate tour time: 9:30 am to 5:30 pm.

This is a flexible sightseeing tour, giving you different options for how you spend your time on the Tasman Peninsula. At Port Arthur you can choose between three or four hours exploring the historic site, and the three-hour option also gives you the opportunity to visit Remarkable Cave. Parks Pass fees apply for Remarkable Cave.

Bring comfortable walking shoes, water, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing and your camera. There is plenty to explore throughout the day, and some areas involve walking on uneven surfaces.

Additional Historic Site experiences

If you would like to pre-book additional tours at the Port Arthur Historic Site, please visit the Port Arthur Historic Site website directly. There are many tours and packages available to choose from. Any tours you book must fit between the tour's scheduled arrival at and departure from the site. General admission is included with your booking.

Child pricing is available for guests aged 17 and under at $140.

Please make sure you give yourself plenty of time to arrive at your pickup location.