Port Arthur, Tasman Sights and Harbour Cruise
From AUD $160.00
8 hours
Port Arthur, Tasmania
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Explore Port Arthur and Tasman Sights
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, we'll head towards the Tasman Peninsula, stopping along the way at some of the region's most interesting sights. Take in the spectacular views from Pirates Bay Lookout, discover the fascinating history of the Dog Line, and make a stop at Foundry Chocolate for a taste of some local Tasmanian goodness.
From there, you have the option of a 30 or 60-minute visit to the Lavender Farm before continuing to Port Arthur.
We'll arrive at Port Arthur Historic Site around 11:40 AM, with entry to the historic site included. You can then choose between three or four hours to explore, giving you the freedom to spend your time the way you want.
Choose the four-hour option if you want plenty of time to explore the convict ruins, historic buildings, harbour and surrounding grounds at your own pace.
Prefer to see a little more of the Tasman Peninsula? Choose the three-hour option, which gives you time to explore Port Arthur before visiting Remarkable Cave. It's a great way to combine Tasmania's convict history with some of the dramatic natural scenery the peninsula is famous for. Parks Pass fees apply for Remarkable Cave.
After your time at Port Arthur, we'll begin the journey back towards Hobart, with one more stop that showcases another side of Tasmania.
We'll 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, enjoy the relaxed surroundings and wind down after a day of exploring the peninsula.
This tour is ideal for travellers who want to experience Port Arthur without being locked into a one-size-fits-all itinerary. Whether you want to spend more time exploring the historic site, visit Remarkable Cave, enjoy a short or longer stop at the Lavender Farm, or finish the day with fresh Tasmanian seafood, you choose the experience that suits you.
History, scenery, local flavours and the freedom to choose — experience the Tasman Peninsula your way.
What You Can Expect? Pirates Bay Lookout
? Historic Dog Line
? Foundry Chocolate
? Optional 30 or 60-minute visit to the Lavender Farm
?️ Port Arthur Historic Site
?️ Port Arthur Historic Site entry included
⏱️ Choice of 3 or 4 hours at Port Arthur
? Remarkable Cave – 3-hour option
? Blue Lagoon Oysters & seafood stop
? See an Australian oyster-shucking champion at work
? Relaxed picnic-table setting
? Tasman Peninsula scenery and photo opportunities
? Flexible itinerary with different ways to experience the day
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. The three-hour option also gives you the opportunity to visit Remarkable Cave. Please note that Parks Pass fees apply for Remarkable Cave.
You can also choose between a 30 or 60-minute visit to the Lavender Farm, allowing you to tailor the day to your interests.
The tour includes a stop at Blue Lagoon Oysters in Dunalley, where you can watch an Australian oyster-shucking champion at work and, if you wish, sample fresh oysters or other seafood. Meals, tastings and beverages are not included.
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.
Tour Schedule9:30am – Depart Hobart
10:40am – Pirates Bay Lookout (10 mins)
10:55am – Dog Line (5 mins)
11:05am – Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry (10–15 mins)
11:30am – Lavender Farm – optional stop, with a choice of 30 or 60 minutes
11:40am – Port Arthur Historic Site – optional 3 or 4 hours
2:20pm – Isle of the Dead Cruise – optional and included
2:50pm – Remarkable Cave – 50-minute round trip - Extra charge be purchased on the day $24.55
3:40pm – Depart Port Arthur
4:20pm – Blue Lagoon Oysters
5:30pm – Arrive Hobart
Tour Details⏰ 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
✔ Hotel pickup/drop-off 10 locations through the city and the Eastern Shore
✔ Port Arthur Historic Site General Entry
✔ Flexible 3 or 4-hour Port Arthur option
✔ 30 or 60-minute Lavender Farm (optional)
✔ Knowledgeable and friendly local guide
✖ Meals, tastings and beverages are not included
✖ Parks Pass fees apply for Remarkable Cave. Can be purchased on the day $24.55
This tour has been created with one thing in mind — giving you the flexibility to make the most of your day, your way. Rather than being locked into a one-size-fits-all itinerary, you can choose how you want to spend your time on the Tasman Peninsula.
Take your time exploring the history of Port Arthur, add Remarkable Cave, choose a 30 or 60-minute Lavender Farm visit, or simply soak up the scenery and local flavours along the way.
History, scenery, local flavours and the freedom to choose — experience the Tasman Peninsula your way.
Additional info:
Child pricing is available for those aged 17 and under. $140If you would like to pre-book additional tours at the Port Arthur Historic Site, please visit the Port Arthur Historical website directly. There are many tours and packages available to choose from. Any tours you book must fit within the schedule of a 12 PM arrival and a 4 PM departure. General admission is included with your booking.
Please make sure you give yourself plenty of time to arrive at your pickup location.
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Some of the things you can expect to see and do
With a panoramic view over Pirates Bay, this is an ideal stop to stretch your legs and breathe in the crisp, fresh Tasman peninsula air all while taking in its breathtaking views.
The Tasman peninsula is home to the largest sea cliffs in the Southern Hemisphere. On a clear day, you can see Cape Raoul, the candlestick and the Hippolyte. The rugged coastline and the rolling dense eucalyptus hills really do set the tone for why Port Arthur Prison was an ideal location.
The 30-meter-wide isthmus that leads to Port Arthur was once guarded by a line of up to nine ferocious dogs. A life-size replica of this infamous scene can be found on shore, setting the scene to how difficult it would have been to escape the Tasman peninsula through this narrow piece of land.
A 10-15 minute stop at the foundry chocolate is enough time to appease that sweet tooth. You can indulge or line the pockets with a large range of handmade chocolates. There are plenty of treats and gifts to satisfy all taste buds.
Soak up the aroma as you walk through the fields of this ancient fragrant plant at the family-owned and operated farm which overlooks Long Bay on the doorstep of Port Arthur.
You have 20 minutes to explore the gift shop, sample or buy their lavender produce or simply purchase a coffee and morning tea/lunch and go for a stroll through the garden. If 20 minutes isn't enough there is an option to stay longer. Our guide will come back to collect you after dropping off the other customers at the historical site by 12 pm.
Immerse yourself into the dark eerie past of Port Arthur convict penal settlement dating back to 1830. Port Arthur is one of Australia's most important colonial landmarks and one of Tasmania's most iconic tourist attractions.
Winning multiple national tourism awards you will have the option of 3 or 4 hours to explore the site where there are more than 30 colonial buildings, ruins and restored homes as part of the UNESCO world heritage listed site. Your entry includes a 20-minute harbour cruise, an audio experience and complimentary key talks at locations throughout the day. A day and experience not to be missed and one to be remembered.
Enjoy the vista from the Maingon Bay lookout, overlooking the Southern Ocean, watch the wild waves crash against the coastal sea cliffs and take in exceptional views of Penguin rocks and the bay. Descend down 115 steps to the view called remarkable caves. Surrounded by ancient sandstone cliffs and the view through the cave itself, it is well worth the descent.
At certain times of the year and weather conditions and tides the water rushes through the cave. Be prepared to get a little wet should the conditions align. This is a 1-hour round trip from the Port Arthur historic site.
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May 9, 2026
Really enjoyed the tour with Rob. His enthusiasm for all the places and sights that he was showing us made the entire experience more meaningful and a delight. All the sights are so well maintained and it’s quite simple for first timers like us to move around them. Our tour guides explanation made it so much easier. Well planned with enough time to go around each place on the itinerary. I would definitely recommend this to my friends and family. Thank you, Tassie Tours and Rob.
Apr 27, 2026
Mark was the best tour guide of any trip I have ever taken. He was so knowledgeable, friendly and funny. He knew all the best places to take photos from and told us very interesting details and facts regarding Tasmania. I would book any tour with Mark. You will be so happy you did!
Apr 21, 2026
Bryony was an outstanding tour guide-knowledgeable, engaging, and full of interesting insights. She brought the history of Port Arthur to life with her informative storytelling, while her great sense of humour kept the experience enjoyable and relaxed. The site itself is incredibly rich in history, and Bryony’s guidance made it even more meaningful. A memorable and worthwhile tour from start to finish.
