Step inside the most intact convict settlement in the world — a UNESCO World Heritage site of breathtaking beauty and haunting history set on the wild Tasman Peninsula. One of the world's great heritage experiences.
What to expect
Your private vehicle departs Hobart and winds along the dramatic Tasman Peninsula, stopping at the tessellated pavement and the blowhole for a taste of the wild coastline before arriving at Port Arthur. Your expert guide brings the convict era to life in vivid, unfiltered detail — the discipline, the despair, and the extraordinary architecture. Explore the Penitentiary, the church ruins, and the haunting Separate Prison at your own pace. A harbour cruise to the Isle of the Dead is included in site admission. The return journey via the Coal Mines Historic Site adds a rarely visited layer.
Good to know
Port Arthur is a 1.5-hour drive from Hobart. Plan for a full day — 8 to 9 hours from the cruise terminal. Confirm your all-aboard time carefully; most itineraries allow for this on full port days. Book Tasmanian Private Tours directly; groups are capped at 8 for genuine exclusivity.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Hobart — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
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