Hobart Port Arthur History Day Tour

Set off on a full day trip from Hobart and discover Port Arthur Convict Site, Tasman National Park and the Isle of the Dead! Suitable for the whole family, with plenty of time to explore at your own pace. Includes a scenic cruise to the Isle of the Dead where you'll be entertained and informed with the 1-hour guided walking tour.

Meeting Point

Mona Brooke Ferry Terminal

Franklin Whrf, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia

Brooke St Pier, 12 Franklin Wharf, Hobart TAS. Please check-in at our Day Tours desk inside the pier building.

What's included:

• Complimentary site talks at key locations throughout the day
• Harbour Cruise at Port Arthur
• Guided Tour of the Isle of the Dead
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off ( selected hotels only)

Not included:

• Food and drinks

What to expect:

Duration: 9 hours

Richmond Bridge

Bridge Street, , Richmond, 2004, Tasmania

Travel across the Tasman Bridge into the Coal River Valley then onto the historic town of Richmond. Enjoy a short photo stop at the famous convict built Richmond Bridge.

15 minutes

Pirates Bay/Eaglehawk Neck

Southeast Tasmania, , Tasmania

We continue on to the breathtaking Tasman Peninsula. Be in awe of the wonderful views from the Pirates Bay Lookout.

15 minutes

Port Arthur Historic Site

Arthur Highway, Port Arthur, 7182, Tasmania

Rich in visual history, the Port Arthur Historic Site evokes a powerful sense of a past convict era and of early Australian settlement heritage. Explore at your own pace and enjoy complimentary site talks at key locations throughout the day, entry to the Port Arthur Gallery which includes interactive displays, a cruise on Carnarvon Bay and a one hour guided walking tour on the Isle of the Dead. Ask your guide about the FREE optional Remarkable Cave tour.

5 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Remarkable Cave

Cave Road, Port Arthur, 7182, Tasmania

Experience the power of this rugged coastline. Take the walkway right down the mouth of the cave and feel the power of the waves.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry

3 South Street, Taranna, 7180, Tasmania

An experience not to be missed! This is the perfect stop on our return to Hobart. Indulge the senses and browse amongst the huge range of hand-forged chocolate. Using the finest Belgian Coverture chocolate there’s sure to be something that tantalises the tastebuds. From the gift shop you can watch these delightful products being hand-made.

15 minutes