2 Day Tasmanian Highlights Tour - Bruny Island & Port Arthur

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Albino Wallaby, Bruny Island — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

The Neck, Bruny Island — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 20 people
People per booking: 1–20
Guide: English
Operated by: Tassie Tours Tasmania

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

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

Not included

Not included: Lunch and drinks not included

Itinerary

Day 1 · Port Arthur Historic Site

Eaglehawk Neck

15 min

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!
Stop 2

15 min

The next stop will have the mouths of sweet tooths watering as we visit the Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry.
Stop 3

30 min

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

4 hours Admission not included

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.
Remarkable Cave

50 min

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

Day 2 · Bruny Island Day Tour

The Neck

30 min

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

30 min

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.
Mavista Falls

30 min

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
Bruny Island Chocolate Company

15 min

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

45 min

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

30 min Admission not included

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

15 min

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!
Stop 8

20 min

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 Shucked Oyster Bar

20 min

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

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please wait on Murray st opposite Hadley's Hotel.

You MUST still notify us should you pick this location. [email protected]
The Hobart Travel and Information Centre is our default pick up location.

You MUST still notify us should you pick this location. [email protected]

Please wait on the corner of Davey St and Elizabeth St.

Please remember: We only pick up within a 5km radius of the CBD.

End point

Please wait on Murray st opposite Hadley's Hotel.

You MUST still notify us should you pick this location. [email protected]
The Hobart Travel and Information Centre is our default pick up location.

You MUST still notify us should you pick this location. [email protected]

Please wait on the corner of Davey St and Elizabeth St.

Please remember: We only pick up within a 5km radius of the CBD.

Pickup points

Backpackers Imperial Hotel
Hobart's Accommodation & Hostel
Salamanca Suites
Riverfront Motel & Restaurant
Narrara Backpackers
Bay View Villas
Mantra One Sandy Bay Road Hobart
Black Buffalo
Zero Davey Boutique Apartment Hotel
Welcome Stranger Hotel
Islington Hotel
Mantra on Collins Hobart

and 51 more pickup points

Please provide your accommodation and booking name via email and we will confirm the pick up time and exact location. NOTE: Viator and Trip advisor do not provide us with your email address, only mobile number which can cause issues for international numbers. So it is vitally important you make contact with us at [email protected].

Each day of your tour departs at a different time. Please refer to your email reply (please contact [email protected] first) from us regarding the exact pickup time for each day of your tour.

Using your ticket

IMPORTANT: If you have booked this tour without providing a pick up location and or haven't received a pick up time it is YOUR responsibility to contact us via email ([email protected]) so we can confirm your pick up time and location. Please remember pickups start 45-30mins before the tour start time and each day has a different start time.

Viator and Trip advisor do not supply us with your email address. We find correspondence via email is more reliable than international phone numbers.

Should anything change with your tour status (e.g. catastrophic events), we will contact you via the Viator/TripAdvisor portal, phone or email (if we have it). So please lookout for any last minute correspondence.

Please be at your pick up point early to avoid delays.

Depending on the days traffic conditions and amount of pickups, the bus can have minor delays. Providing you are standing in the correct location and there on time rest assured the bus will arrive.

Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.

We recommend you check the weather forecast and wear the appropriate clothing to suit.

Bruny Island: 7.30 AM - 5.30 PM

Port Arthur: 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM.

Parks Pass Important Information - Please note that a Parks Pass will be required while our Bruny Island tour. We recommend purchasing a Parks Pass prior to your tour here at https://passes.parks.tas.gov.au/. Alternatively, you can purchase a Parks Pass via phone during the day. lease refer to the website link for prices and if unsure which pass you should purchase, please contact parks for assistance

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.