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Sitting tranquilly amidst English oaks and gardens, Port Arthur is a harsh contrast to the beauty of the Tasman Peninsula. Rich in visual history, the Port Arthur Historic Site evokes a powerful sense of our past convict era and of early Australian settlement heritage. And on this tour, with an included walk on the Isle of the Dead, we gain a more powerful insight into the personal life and struggles of the convicts.
Your journey to Port Arthur departs Hobart and crossing the Derwent River. Leaving behind the city pass ever changing landscape as you skirt the ocean and impressive rugged coastline. At Port Arthur take advantage of included walking tours around the main site and the isle of the Dead. Spend time exploring the multitude of restored and ruined buildings and learn of the site's dramatic history.
Inclusion
Introductory walking tour by Port Arthur guide (40mins); Harbour cruise; Guided tour of "Isle of the Dead"; Port Arthur admission; Free WiFi on coach (subject to coach availability).
Exclusion
Hotel pickup and drop off; Food and beverage; Gratuity.
Hours of operation
Available Sunday-Friday departing at 8:15am from October to April and at 9:15am from May to September. No tour departures on December 25.
Duration
Approximately 9 hours.
Location
Tour departs from Brooke Street Pier, Hobart.
Participant restrictions
Tour not recommended for those with mobility restrictions (due to the Isle of the Dead portion).
Any child under the minimum child age will travel free of charge and they will have to sit on their parents lap, if you prefer that the child has their own seat then you will have to pay the child fare.
Policies
Cancellation: 4 days prior 50% penalty, 2 days prior 100% penalty. No show always 100% penalty.
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