Fully Guided Port Arthur Day Tour & Tessellated Pavement

9 to 10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the natural beauty and delicious flavors of Bruny Island on this day trip from Hobart. Begin your adventure with a scenic ferry ride, then indulge in freshly harvested oysters and local produce. Stroll through a lush rainforest to experience the island's rich biodiversity, and don't miss the stunning views from The Neck and Cape Bruny Lighthouse. This tour is ideal for those who appreciate nature and culinary delights.

- Day trip from Hobart to explore Bruny Island's landscapes
- Scenic ferry rides included for picturesque views
- Taste fresh oysters and local produce during the tour
- Visit The Neck and Cape Bruny Lighthouse for breathtaking panoramas

What's Included

30 minute Harbour Cruise around Isle of the Dead
Bottled water
Entrance fee
Visit to Tessellated Pavement and Devil’s Kitchen included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
Coffee and/or Tea

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Travellers can contact mobile phone and will receive tour information.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 to 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Port Arthur Historic Site

    Travelers will explore the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Port Arthur Historic Site with a knowledgeable local guide. During the visit, guests will walk through preserved prison ruins, historic buildings, and landscaped grounds while learning about Australia’s convict history, daily life of prisoners, and the site’s role in the British penal system. Highlights typically include the Penitentiary, Separate Prison, Guard Tower, and waterfront views across Mason Cove. The guide will provide historical context, stories, and explanations throughout the visit, allowing travelers to gain a deeper understanding of Tasmania’s colonial past.

    3 hours Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Tessellated Pavement

    Travelers will visit the Tessellated Pavement, a unique coastal rock formation famous for its natural geometric patterns resembling a tiled floor. Guests will walk along the shoreline to observe how erosion, salt crystallization, and wave action have shaped the sandstone into rectangular formations over thousands of years. The guide will explain the geological processes behind the phenomenon and point out the different pattern types found across the rock surface. This stop also offers scenic coastal views and opportunities for photography, especially during low tide when the patterns are most visible.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Travelers will stop at Devil’s Kitchen, a dramatic coastal rock formation shaped by powerful ocean waves and long-term erosion. From the viewing platforms, guests can look down into the narrow rock chasm where waves surge and crash below, creating strong natural sound effects that inspired the site’s name. The guide will explain the geological forces that formed the surrounding cliffs and blowholes, as well as the significance of this rugged coastline within the Tasman Peninsula. This stop provides striking ocean views and a brief walking opportunity along clearly marked paths.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Luxe Evasion

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Walking Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Water Tours
Shore Excursions
Food & Drink
Involves Animals
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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