Grand Historical Port Arthur Walking Tour from Hobart

Location:Hobart, Australia
Duration:8 hours (approx.)
TOUR Code:3998_784

From USD $126.00 View price calendar

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, you'll enjoy a guided walking tour of Port Arthur and a scenic cruise to the Isle of the Dead where you'll be amazed at the magnitude of the Devils Kitchen.

Highlights

Explore the Port Arthur convict sites on this historical walking tour from Hobart
Cross the Tasman Bridge
Access over 30 restored convict buildings and ruins
See the Penitentiary - a one time granary and flour mill, the separate prison, the Commandant's House, the church and much more
Enjoy a cruise on Carnarvon Bay
Plenty of photo opportunities
Hotel pickup and drop off

Rich in visual history, the Port Arthur Historic Site evokes a powerful sense of Australia's past convict era and of early Australian settlement heritage. Sitting tranquilly amidst English oaks and gardens, Port Arthur is a harsh contrast to the beauty of the Tasman Peninsula.

Highlights:

Aquatic Centre and Royal Botanic Gardens (drive past only)
Government House (drive past only)
Cross the Tasman Bridge
Head out on the Tasman Highway over the Pitwater Causeway onto Forestier Peninsular
Pristine Pirates Bay
Eaglehawk Neck
Skirt Norfolk Bay on the Tasman Peninsula
Find out what's unique about Doo Town
Take a guided walking tour of the historic convict site - Port Arthur, with access to over 30 restored buildings and ruins
See the Penitentiary - a one time granary and flour mill, the separate prison, the Commandant's House, the church and much more...
Take a cruise on Carnarvon Bay to the Isle of the Dead for a 45 minute guided tour
Visit Highlights of the Tasman National Park
Wonder at the spectacle of the Tasman Arch
Superb views of the rugged coastline
Be amazed at the magnitude of the Devils Kitchen

Lunch (not included) is available at the Port Cafe at the entrance to the Port Arthur Visitor Center. There is also a sit down restaurant called Felons. Both have a large selection of sandwiches, hot food and drinks.

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Schedule Details

Grand Port Arthur Tour from Hobart

Departs:

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Departure Point: Bus Terminal, Brooke Street Pier, Hobart

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All centrally located Hobart hotels Departure Time:

8:15am, October to April
9:15am May to September

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

Duration:

8 hours (approx.)

Return details:

Returns to original departure point at approximately 5:00pm

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Additional Information

Inclusions:

Guided Historical Walking Tour of Port Arthur
Harbor Cruise at Port Arthur
Guided tour of the Isle of the Dead
Hotel pickup and drop off (selected hotels only)
GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Exclusions:

Food and drinks
Gratuities (optional)

Additional Info:

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
The guided Historical Walking tour of Port Arthur involves a lot of walking. comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
If you do not wish to participate in the full walking tour, please note small golf buggies are available free of charge. Passengers can locate a buggy at the front entrance of Port Arthur Visitor Centre (it has a full commentary).

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