MultiDayTourFinder

2 Day Tasmanian Highlights Tour - Bruny Island & Port Arthur

4.9(21)2 daysHobart✓ Free cancellation
1 / 14
From $220
Check availability

Length

2 days

Itinerary

2 days planned

Group

Max 20

Guides

English

Overview

Join us for two of Tasmania's best tourist attractions - The natural beauty of Bruny Island and the Historic Port Arthur penal colony.

Day 1: Bruny Island - Arguably Tasmania's best day trip! This magical Island has a little piece of everything Tasmania has: World-class beaches, rugged coastline and native wildlife matched with the finest local produce from the ocean and the land - a tour you do not want to miss! You will see firsthand why Bruny Island is fast becoming one of Tasmania’s most popular tourist destinations. The bus departs Hobart at 7:30 AM and returns at 5:30 PM.

Day 2: The Port Arthur tour is a direct, 8 hour tour from Hobart to the Tasman Peninsula and Historic Site. You will have 4 hours to explore the rich colonial history at Port Arthur. Explore the sights of the Tasman Peninsula: Eaglehawk Neck's Pirates Bay lookout, Dog Line Monument, Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry, Lavender Farm and Remarkable Cave. Departs Hobart at 9:30 AM.

Day by day itinerary

  1. 1Port Arthur Historic Site⌄

    On route to Port Arthur, we will stop at Eaglehawk Neck’s Pirate 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.

    The beautiful Port Arthur Lavender Farm. Explore the unique handmade products made from Tasmanian Lavender and take a stroll around the scenic lavender trail.

    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 35-minute guided walking tour and a 20-minute harbour cruise. Stay the full 4 hours or hop back on the bus after 3 hours for one more experience: Maingon Bay and the Remarkable Cave.

    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

  2. 2Bruny Island Day Tour⌄

    Capture the iconic Bruny Island image atop the lookout with 360 degree of views of the Tasman Sea, Tasman peninsula, North and South Bruny Island and Mt Wellington

    Adventure Bay beach is the perfect spot for a fresh morning swim or a chance to grab yourself a cup of coffee from the local store.

    Step into this temperate rain forest and smell the clean crisp air while taking in mother natures vibes. This 20 minute return walk will give you an idea of the many environments on this magnificent Island

    Great stop to stock up on some sweets for the day ahead

    Alonnah, home to the Hotel Bruny pub which is where we will stop for lunch

    Spend 30 minutes exploring picturesque Cape Bruny with the second oldest original tower in Australia.

    We take some time to stop and check out The Honey Pot where you can sample some beautiful honey or hear all about the 1000 hives on the island!

    Another opportunity to taste some of Bruny's premium produce. Bruny Island Cheese Company is a great spot to grab a tasting or purchase some cheese to enjoy later on

    Get your hands on some of the freshest oysters you'll ever taste!

What's included

  • ✓Port Arthur Historic Site general admission + Harbour Cruise
  • ✓Local, professional guide
  • ✓All Fees and Taxes
  • ✓Air-conditioned vehicle
  • ✓Hotel Pickup and drop-off (within 5KM of Hobart CBD)
  • ✓National Park Passes

Not included

  • ✕Lunch and drinks not included

Good to know

Starts: Please wait on Murray st opposite Hadley's Hotel. You MUST still notify us should you pick this location. info@tassietours.com The Hobart Travel and Information Centre is our default pick up location. You MUST still notify us should you pick this location. info@tassietours.com Please wait on the corner of Davey St and Elizabeth St. Please remember: We only pick up within a 5km radius of the CBD.

Ends: Please wait on Murray st opposite Hadley's Hotel. You MUST still notify us should you pick this location. info@tassietours.com The Hobart Travel and Information Centre is our default pick up location. You MUST still notify us should you pick this location. info@tassietours.com Please wait on the corner of Davey St and Elizabeth St. Please remember: We only pick up within a 5km radius of the CBD.

Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller reviews

4.9(21)

Loading reviews...

Read more reviews on Viator →

From

$220

Check availability