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Port Arthur, Tasman Sights with Harbour Cruise
Explore the rich history of the Port Arthur Historic Site, gaze in awe at the spectacular scenery of the Tasman Peninsula, and taste exquisite hand-forged chocolates and lavender-based produce.
Explore the rich history of the Port Arthur Historic Site, gaze in awe at the spectacular scenery of the Tasman Peninsula, and taste exquisite hand-forged chocolates and lavender-based produce.
Highlights
- Stop off at Pirates Bay for photo opportunity
- Explore Tasmania's number one tourist attraction: Port Arthur Historic Site
- Comfortable air-conditioned van and friendly local driver
- Marvel at the beauty of Tasman Peninsula's Eaglehawk Neck and Remarkable Cave
- Taste exquisite hand-forged chocolates at the Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry
- Relax in the aroma of the Port Arthur Lavender Farm
Take a convenient shuttle transfer service from Port Arthur to Hobart. Travel in comfort on air-conditioned vehicles driven by a friendly local driver.
After pickup, set off on the journey to Port Arthur. Along the way, stop at Eaglehawk Neck’s Pirates Bay lookout and the Dog Line monument to soak up the scenery and take fantastic photos.
The next stop will have the mouths of sweet tooths watering as you visit the Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry. After the chocolate factory, explore the beautiful Port Arthur Lavender Farm. Discover unique handmade products made from Tasmanian Lavender and take a stroll around the scenic lavender trail.
Next, visit 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 your own cost and the entry fee will include a self-guided audio experience and a 20-minute harbour cruise.
If history is what you came for, enjoy the full 4 hours exploring Port Arthur Historic Site. However, 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, 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.
Descend down the 115 steps to view the Remarkable Cave from a viewing platform where you will be surrounded by ancient sandstone cliffs. Return back to the historic site to pick up the remaining passengers and then return to Hobart in the late afternoon.
Pick up locations and times:
- 8:55 am - Quest Trinity House - 149 Brooker Highway, Queens Domain TAS - Wait on Brooker Hwy.
- 9:05 am - Prince of Wales Hotel - 55 Hampden Road, Battery Point TAS - Wait on Hampden road.
- 9:10 am - Travelodge - 167 Macquarie Street, Hobart TAS - Wait on Harrington St.
- 9:15 am - Best Western Hobart - 156 Bathurst Street, Hobart TAS - Wait on Harrington St.
- 9:20 am - St David's Cathedral - 23 Murray Street, Hobart TAS - Wait on Murray St Opposite Hadleys Hotel.
- 9:25 am - Tasmanian Travel and Information Centre - 16-20 Davey St, Hobart - Wait on the corner of Davey st and Elizabeth st.
- 9:30 am - The Old Wool Store - 1 Macquarie Street, Hobart - Wait outside on Macquarie St.
- 9:45 am - Travelodge Hobart Airport - 1 Holyman Avenue, Cambridge - Wait outside main entrance.
Itinerary
- 9:30 am - Depart Hobart
- 10:40 am - Pirate's Bay lookout
- 10:55 am - Eaglehawk Neck Dog Line monument
- 11:05 am - Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry
- 11:30 am - Port Arthur Lavender Farm
- 12:00 pm - Arrive at Port Arthur Historic Site (optional 3 hours 10 minutes or 4 Hours)
- 3:10pm - Remarkable Cave ( optional 50 minute round trip)
- 4:00 pm - Depart Port Arthur
- 5:30 pm - Arrive back in Hobart
All prices are shown inAUD ($)
- Per person$113.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per person$145.00
- Per person$145.00
- Per person$113.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per person$121.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per person$121.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per person$113.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per person$145.00
- Per person$145.00
- Per person$113.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per person$121.00 Less than 6 at this price!
Authenticated Reviews
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jamiem18 from Australia wrote on 14 January 2026
Cracker of a day
Our driver had great local knowledge. Good commentary all the way with some great little stops to break up the drive. Port Arthur was fascinating. Would recommend this trip.
Isobel Kay from Australia wrote on 07 April 2025
Fabulous Trip
From the pick up till the end this trip was great value. Our Driver was very helpful explaining the various historical significant places along the way. He was very knowledgeable of the famous aspects of Port Arthur. In addition we were able to visit the Remarkable Caves. This was fantastic and I would hated to have missed this too. The short visits along the way to the Tas chocolate company and the Lilac Farm were also very good. With just a small group it makes it so much easier to organise and not having to wait for lots of people. Would highly recommend this company to anyone. It great day out with fantastic memories. Thanks Guys
rochellem9 from United States wrote on 20 February 2025
Convenient way to get to Port Arthur
We cancelled our rental car and decided to take tours and shuttle (like this) during our stay in Hobart. The shuttle stop was a convenient 3 block walk from our hotel. Our driver Steve made the ride very interesting with his commentaries. We booked a premium tour with our Port Arthur park ticket and Steve moved the itinerary around to make sure we make it to our booking without rushing. The stops were great, picked up some chocolates from the Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry.
George S. from Russia wrote on 08 November 2024
Unexpectedly good experience
Being called "shuttle", we didn't expect much but got a very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable driver, convenient pickup location, and a few sufficiently interesting/picturesque stops along the way with engaging commentary. Given how painfully early most of such day trips typically are, this one is fairly civilised, starting at 9:30. Keep in mind that you still need to pay admission at Port Arthur ($48 at the time of writing) and that it is a large site, so to make it all within the time allocated, you need to be strict with the time you spend at each location. Also, the short cruise included in the admission, will eat around 40 mins of your time including boarding and disembarking, but is certainly worth it. All in all, an excellent experience.
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Vanessa from New Zealand wrote on 31 January 2026
Great day trip
This was a great way to see some of the sights in a day. Port Arthur was interesting as was the drive, scenery and commentary. Steve did a great job . Would recommend.