Guided Tours

From Hobart: Full-Day Guided Tour of Port Arthur & Lavender Farm

Embark on a small group guided tour of Tasmania as you view a fragrant lavender farm, convict history at Port Arthur, and Richmond's charming village.

Highlights

Travel from Hobart aboard comfortable transfers, stop by the panoramic lookout of Pirates Bay and go for a short walk along the Waterfall Bay cliff top.
Relish the purple glory of unique lavender-infused high tea, lattes, scones, soaps, and more at the locally owned Port Arthur Lavender Farm.
Dive into chilling tales of the past at the UNESCO-listed Port Arthur Historic Site while strolling amid the convict-era ruins with expert guides.
Maritime history gets real with the complimentary harbor cruise around the Isle of the Dead, offering a unique perspective of this historical place.
Fun fact: Richmond houses Australia's oldest bridge built by convicts, rumored to be haunted, adding an element of thrill to your visit!

Inclusions

Full-day guided tour of Port Arthur & Lavender Farm
Expert guide
Small group tour of 20 people
Round-trip transfers
Entry to Port Arthur Historic Site
A complimentary Port Arthur Harbor Cruise (20-minute cruise)
A downloadable podcast

Exclusions

Food and drinks (at personal expense)

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Your experience

Sublime Clifftops & Lavender Tranquility

Begin your day with the panoramas of the Tasman Peninsula as you traverse through the rugged coastline that showcases Australia's highest sea cliffs. Led by expert tour guides, amble along the towering clifftops overlooking caves and arches carved by the Southern Ocean. Witness the best of Tasmania's views from the Pirate Bay Lookout before embarking on one of the region's greatest short walks along Waterfall Bay. Amid a wave of purple flowers and fragrant air at Port Arthur Lavender, relish lavender-infused high tea, and don't forget to try the refreshingly fragrant lavender ice cream. Imagine sipping on lavender-infused lattes and nibbling unique scones as lavender blooms sway around. This aromatic haven grows a staggering 6500 lavender plants!

Historic Port Arthur & Charming Richmond

Delve into Australia's convict history as you reach the Port Arthur Historic Site, an open-air museum narrating stories of yesteryears. On a cruise around the Isle of the Dead, feel the tales from this haunting and historic place come to life. It retains an Aboriginal coastal shell midden and is one of the few preserved Australian convict-period burial grounds. The day rounds off with a visit to the quaint Richmond village, housing Australia's oldest bridge, rumored to be haunted. Whether you believe in the supernatural or not, the bridge's old-world charm is captivating.

Itinerary

Pirates Bay Lookout
Waterfall Bay Cliff
Tasman National Park – Devils Kitchen, Tasman Arch
Eaglehawk Neck and The “Dogline”
Port Arthur Lavender Farm
Port Arthur Historic Site
Harbor Cruise at Port Arthur Historic Site
Richmond Village and Historic Bridge

Know before you go

What to bring

Bring your backpack and a refillable water bottle for the trip.
Pack for a weather-ready kit; who knows when the skies might decide to be moody

What's not allowed

Safety is a priority. So, this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 7 years.

Additional information

It is recommended to wear comfortable and sturdy shoes such as runners, sneakers, or hiking boots as the walk the Waterfall Bay cliff top walk is around 2 kilometers and takes around 30-45 minutes.
A shorter version of this walk available and can talk to the guide to get more information.
Guests can bring their own food for the day or stop in the afternoon at Richmond for some coffee. They may visit the bakery or the Lolly Shop or Chocolatier for a delicious treat.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting Point

Meet your guide at Tasmanian Travel & Information Center.
Address: 20 Davey St (and Elizabeth Mall Information Hub, Elizabeth St, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point