Itinerary
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Stop At: Pirates Bay/Eaglehawk Neck, Southeast Tasmania, Tasmania Australia
Today is action packed and fast paced, so we make an early start from Hobart and drive directly to the stunning Tasman Peninsula. This area has amazing history, fascinating stories and spectacular scenery. It is also home to Australia’s highest sea cliffs. We enjoy the panoramic views of the area from Pirates Bay Lookout which provides a great vantage here of the surrounding area.
Passing through Eaglehawk Neck and "The Dogline" our Tour Guides will share with you some fascinating stories and history of the area.
Duration: 11 hours
Stop At: Waterfall Bay, Tasman Arch Carpark, Eaglehawk Neck, Tasmania Australia
The Waterfall Bay track is one of Tasmania's "Great Short Walks". We follow a spectacular track, of around 2 km’s along the spectacular cliff tops. The walk takes around 45-60 minutes, is undulating, but categorised as an easy walk. Suitable for active and fit people. The track concludes at the remarkable rock formations of Tasman Arch and Devil’s Kitchen.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Port Arthur, Port Arthur, Tasmania
Next stop is the Port Arthur Lavender Farm. Stroll around the lavender trail or take in the ocean views while enjoying fresh Tasmanian produce in the lavender-inspired café.
You will have time to enjoy a visit to Port Arthur Lavender’s visitor centre and café. Here they showcase millennia-old uses of this fragrant flower alongside modern cuisine and a fully functioning essential oil distillery.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Port Arthur Historic Site, Arthur Highway, Port Arthur, Tasmania 7182 Australia
Next stop is Port Arthur Historic Site. You will find a wealth of information and history to take in and discover. Your entry includes a complimentary Harbour Cruise around the Isle of the Dead, ‘The Port Arthur Experience' a podcast that provides a fascinating introduction to the site, and complimentary site talks throughout the day led by Port Arthur’s expert guides. Discover the grim and violent history of the early Australian Penal system and get a sense of the isolation experienced by the convicts in this “inescapable prison”. With around 3 hours here, you have ample time to explore the main penitentiary; see the solitary confinement cells and many more buildings in this World Heritage open air museum.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Richmond, Richmond, Clarence, Greater Hobart, Tasmania
On our return to Hobart, we travel via the historic township of Richmond. Arriving late the in the afternoon, you will have time to meander the streets, stop for a coffee, visit the Lolly Shop, check out the Chocolatier and walk across Australia’s oldest bridge still in use – a convict built sand-stone bridge, reported to be haunted!
We return to Hobart around 6.00pm.
Duration: 45 minutes
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Hobart TAS 7000, Australia
07:30 AM
11 hours(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Not wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : Anna_L
Superb professional guide Nick. Very informative wherever we went. Impressed with the coastal landscapes. Very good understanding about history of Port Arthur.
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Posted On : 2024-05-01
Posted By : Stefani_S
Our guide, Nick was an excellent raconteur and taught us in the most engaging, clear way. I was captivated by the stories he told of the history, geology and economy of the area between Hobart and Port Arthur.
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Posted On : 2024-04-13
Posted By : Sakshi_H
Port Arthur is very unique. The tour was very informative and tour guide was amazing.
Covered many small towns and small activities on the way
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Posted On : 2024-04-03
Posted By : enerport
This tour was booked as a "Port Arthur" excursion - but it was so much more. We replaced the Lavender Farm with the Unzoo visit to view a Tasmanian Devil - a unique experience. The deviations to Tasman Arch and The Devil's Kitchen were spectacular, and the time at Port Arthur (2 1/2 hours) was sufficient to get a good appreciation of the site facilities - although not enough to take in all the attractions. But it did include the 1/2 hour Harbour Cruise, which was an unexpected, enjoyable and informative experience. Our Tour Guide was very knowledgeable and supportive.
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Posted On : 2024-03-14
Posted By : lola_k
Enjoyed the stop at the blow hole, Tasman Arch and Devils Kitchen to start. Nice lunch at the Lavender Farm. Port Arthur was an interesting visit, seeing the ruins and being in a place where so much has happened in the past. Definitely not to be missed.
Back seat of the bus is very bumpy but I understand why they take a small bus, great that the tour was only a small group.
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Posted On : 2024-03-07
Posted By : Ade_S
An unforgettable trip to Port Arthur and surroundings. I was travelling solo and highly recommend you to book the trips with Tassie Tour. The guide, Nicholas, was passionate about explaining the story of Tasmania and Port Arthur in particular. We also met Neil, the seal in Dunnaley.
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Posted On : 2024-01-01
Posted By : Bindiya_S
The easy walk provided some of the best views. The lavender on the farm was in bloom, beautiful. We got to see Neil the seal !
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Posted On : 2023-12-23
Posted By : E9596PAfrankc
Great tourist guide very informative on time and very happy. Port Arthur was very beautifully maintained with lovely gardens. I however did not get the hush condition the prisoners were living under. The lavender farm was very nice but we were too early for the full bloom of the flower.
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Posted On : 2023-12-19
Posted By : Amy_I
Had a great trip to Port Arthur. Really knowledgeable driver/tour guide. Perfect amout of time in each place. Very well planned trip
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Posted On : 2023-06-21
Posted By : zaibre
Great chocolate and tasty soup :) nice shop to see and great service. Good gluten free options for food. We enjoyed our time there
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Posted On : 2023-05-23
