Port Arthur, Tasman Sights and Harbour Cruise
Overview
Discover the history, scenery, and flavours of the Tasman Peninsula on a flexible day trip designed around your choices.
Departing Hobart at 9:30 AM, we head towards the peninsula, stopping at Pirates Bay Lookout, the historic Dog Line, and Foundry Chocolate for local treats. You then choose a 30- or 60-minute visit to the Lavender Farm.
Arriving at Port Arthur Historic Site around 11:40 AM (entry included), the afternoon is yours to customize. Choose the four-hour option to deeply explore the convict ruins, historic buildings, and beautiful harbour at your own pace. Alternatively, select the three-hour option to explore the site before visiting Remarkable Cave for dramatic natural scenery (Parks Pass fees apply on the day).
On our return to Hobart, we stop at Forty Two Degrees in Dunalley. Watch an Australian oyster-shucking champion at work, sample fresh seafood, and relax. This tour is perfect for travellers seeking a tailored Port Arthur experience!
What's Included
- Port Arthur Lavender Farm stop
- Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry stop
- Eaglehawk Neck and Dog Line Monument stop
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- General Admissions to Port Arthur Historic Site including a Harbour Cruise (return ticket only)
- Pirates Bay lookout stop
- Food and drinks are not included in this ticket
- Remarkable Cave add on
Meeting and Pickup
This tour picks up at 8 locations in and around the city ONLY. Please ensure you have selected a location from the list. Please let us know what pickup point you have selected if you haven't selected one during the booking process.If you are carrying luggage or a stroller, it essential that you inform us directly at the time of booking.Please ensure plenty of time to get to your selected pick up location. This is a shuttle service which means if you are not at your location on time the bus cannot wait. Please do not call if the bus is a few minutes late remembering traffic and other pick ups can cause delays. The bus will never leave before the time specified.
What To Expect
Pickups from 8 convenient locations around downtown Hobart begin 35 minutes prior to tour departure.
On route to Port Arthur, we will stop at Eaglehawk Neck’s Pirates Bay lookout and the Dog Line monument to soak up the scenery and have a photo opportunity or two! The next stop will have the mouths of sweet tooths watering as we visit the Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry. Following the chocolate factory, we will visit the beautiful Port Arthur Lavender Farm. Explore the unique handmade products made from Tasmanian Lavender and take a stroll around the scenic lavender trail. Up next is 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 own cost and 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 the historic site. 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, you will 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. You can then descend down the 115 steps to view the Remarkable Cave from a viewing platform where you will be surrounded by ancient sandstone cliffs. We will then return back to the historic site to pick up the remaining passengers and then return to Hobart at 5:30pm.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- You must inform us if you require room for a pram. No car seats available.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- The departures and duration of transfers are exact. Bus departing times are strict (to and from Port Arthur), No refunds if you miss the bus. Please understand that the bus cannot wait around and that you will have to make other arrangements if you miss the return bus. Allow plenty of time to get to your pick up locations.
- We offer pick ups at 8 locations in and around the city. When booking please ensure you select one of those locations.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEDT).
- Port Arthur Lavender Farm stop.
- Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry stop.
- Eaglehawk Neck and Dog Line Monument stop.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- General Admissions to Port Arthur Historic Site including a Harbour Cruise (return ticket only).
- Pirates Bay lookout stop.
- Food and drinks are not included in this ticket.
- Remarkable Cave add on.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Port Arthur, Tasman Sights and Harbour Cruise is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Port Arthur, Tasman Sights and Harbour Cruise will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
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Oct 2026What's Included
- Port Arthur Lavender Farm stop
- Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry stop
- Eaglehawk Neck and Dog Line Monument stop
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- General Admissions to Port Arthur Historic Site including a Harbour Cruise (return ticket only)
- Pirates Bay lookout stop
- Food and drinks are not included in this ticket
- Remarkable Cave add on
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- You must inform us if you require room for a pram. No car seats available.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- The departures and duration of transfers are exact. Bus departing times are strict (to and from Port Arthur), No refunds if you miss the bus. Please understand that the bus cannot wait around and that you will have to make other arrangements if you miss the return bus. Allow plenty of time to get to your pick up locations.
- We offer pick ups at 8 locations in and around the city. When booking please ensure you select one of those locations.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
