Port Arthur and Richmond Day Trip

Delve into the history of Tasmania with this excursion to Port Arthur and Richmond on a tour that includes the strikingly named Death Island...

Port Arthur and Richmond Day Trip

At the indicated time, we’ll pick you up from your hotel in Hobart. We’ll board a comfortable minibus and begin our journey, passing by Government House and the iconic Tasman Bridge over the Derwent River, before heading into the scenic Coal River Valley. In this region, we'll explore local wine country and visit the historic Richmond Bridge.

Next, we’ll continue towards the Tasman Peninsula, surrounded by bushland and wildlife. We’ll make our way through the cliffs of Doo Town and arrive at Tasman National Park in Pristine Pirates Bay, where the dramatic coastline awaits.

We’ll head to Port Arthur for a guided tour of this historic site. You can explore at your own pace with an audio guide, with five hours to discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site, including the Interpretation Center, Penitentiary, Commandant's House, Harbor Church, and Port Church.

After Port Arthur, we’ll board a boat for a cruise through Carnarvon Bay to the Island of the Dead, sharing the history of this burial site.

Following the boat tour, we’ll return to Port Arthur, where you’ll have free time for lunch. We recommend visiting Tasmania’s famous Chocolate Foundry for a treat.

Lastly, we’ll return to your hotel in Hobart, arriving approximately 9 hours after the tour begins.