Port Arthur Shuttle and Tasman Sights Tour
Looking to visit the multi-award winning UNESCO World Heritage Site Port Arthur? Want the added bonus of visiting some Tasman Peninsula highlights? Or simply just need transportation to the area? Then we have you covered!
Port Arthur and the Tasman Peninsula are a must see and one of Tasmania’s most popular tourist attractions. With its rich history and spectacular scenery on offer, it is easy to see why! Our popular tour allows you to experience it all. Jump aboard with one of our friendly, local drivers who will be keen to show you a fantastic day!
On route, we will stop at Eaglehawk Neck's Pirates Bay lookout and the Dog Line Monument, the Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry and the Tasmanian Lavender Farm.
Next will be Port Arthur historic site (Admission at own cost) where you can enjoy exploring the site and a harbour cruise (included in admission). Stay for the full 4 hours or jump back on the bus after 3 hours to visit Remarkable Cave and Maingon bay.
Options
Port Arthur - One way ticket
One Way Transfer
Pickup included
What's included in Port Arthur Shuttle and Tasman Sights Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)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.
Inclusions
- Port Arthur Lavender Farm stop
- Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry stop
- Eaglehawk Neck and Dog Line Monument stop
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Starting from July 1 2025 entry to the Port Arthur Historic Site will be included in your tour price
- Pirates Bay lookout stop
- Remarkable Cave & Maingon Bay stop (optional)
- Site entry fee is not included in this ticket for all bookings prior to the 1st of July 2025
- Food and drinks are not included in this ticket
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 35 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
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.
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Ticket Redemption
Please make sure you have selected a pickup location. There are 8 pick up locations in and around the city including the Hobart airport Travelodge. If you missed the pick up locations please see list for the Port Arthur shuttle via our website or on google. Please let us know where you will be meeting the shuttle.