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- Explore the darkened corners of the ruins of the Port Arthur Historic Site, one of Australia's most haunted sites, with only the lights of lanterns to illuminate your way.
- Learn all about the documented sightings and accounts of paranormal activity that date back to 1870.
- Listen to bone-chilling tales of the unexplained events that alarmed and perplexed the convicts, soldiers, and the former settlers.
- Soak in the eerie atmosphere caused by darkness, at the site where more than 1000 deaths took place during its 47-year stint as a penal settlement.
- Please note that this tour might not be suitable for young children.
Inclusions
- Professional, English-speaking guide
- Access to Port Arthur Historic Site
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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- Discover the best of Bruny Island in this comprehensive 10-hour tour.
- Delight in some of the finest local delicacies such as cheese, wine, and oysters.
- Explore the 50-acre HIBA Gardens, overlooking the stunning Adventure Bay and coastline.
- Visit the Bligh Museum in Adventure Bay, a history museum dedicated to pacific exploration.
- Take home some delicious treats from Bruny Island Honey and Bruny Island Chocolate Company.
- Enjoy a diverse lunch at Pennicotts, and enjoy a filling spread and two glasses of cider, beer, or wine.
Inclusions
- Admission to the HIBA English and Native Gardens
- Admission to Neck Viewing Platform
- Round trip transfers
- English speaking guide
- Lunch with oysters, a main meal, and two glasses of cider/beer/wine
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- This activity can accommodate special dietary requirements such as allergies, gluten intolerance, vegetarian diets, or other dietary needs.
- This tour is provided by Pennicott Wilderness Journeys.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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- Delve into Tasmania's natural wonders and historic charm on a guided full-day tour, packed with unique experiences and visual delights, in an air-conditioned vehicle.
- Relax with a warm dip in a thermal spring-fed pool that remains at a constant 28º throughout the year.
- Unravel the mystery of Australia's largest publicly open dolomite cave as you walk down 250 stairs and marvel at the stalactites, columns, shawls, and stalagmites.
- Experience an adrenaline surge with a treetop walk on the Tahune Airwalk, crossing a swinging bridge, and viewing ancient trees on the Huon Pine trail.
Inclusions
- Ful-day tour of Hastings Caves, Tahune, and Huon Valley
- Admission to Hastings Caves & Thermal Springs
- Admission to Tahune Adventures
- Knowledgeable and passionate tour guide
- Air-conditioned minivan or small bus
- Tip: Make a lunch stop at the Kermandie Hotel which offers great food with a view and ask your guide about the history of the hotel.
- Note that the following are not allowed during this experience: tripod, flash photography.
- Guide dogs are allowed on this tour.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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- Experience a full-day guided tour of Port Arthur, rich in convict history and Tasmania's stunning landscapes with round-trip hotel transfers.
- Delve deep into Tasmania's history with a visit to Richmond Bridge, a convict-built marvel, included in your tour.
- Be captivated by the breathtaking Tasman Peninsula, home to verdant bushland, native wildlife, and coastal vistas.
- Enjoy a Harbour Cruise around the 'Isle of the Dead', an intriguing part of your tour. Explore Remarkable Cave if open, or opt for an upgraded walking tour of the Isle.
Inclusions
- Full-day tour of Port Arthur
- Expert guides
- Harbour cruise
- Entry to Tasman National Park
- Round-trip hotel transfers
- Visit to Remarkable Cave (optional & subject to availability)
- Walking tour of Isle of the Dead (optional)
- Tip: Don't miss the chance to try Tasmania's local dishes during lunchtime.
- Facilities: Pram/Stroller Accessibility.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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- Uncork Bruny’s bounty in a day with expert local guides. With feasts fit for mermaids, salty shores, and ancient lores, every secret is yours to find.
- A quick transfer from Hobart lies nature’s playground. Waiting for you are adorable fur seals, little penguins, and a cameo by the elusive wallaby.
- Click, click, repeat! Visit Neck Wildlife Reserve, Two-Tree Point, and more to capture untamed wilderness and dramatic landscapes.
- Fall in love with the Cape Bruny Lighthouse. Up the iron stairs await you mind-bending views, rugged beauty, and tales as old as time.
- Fuel your adventure with island flavors – a morning tea picnic, lunch with ocean views, tastings at a honey and chocolate factory, and little treats along the way.
Inclusions
- Full-day tour of Bruny Island
- Round-trip transfers from Hobart
- Expert guides & local characters
- Visit to Cape Bruny Lighthouse
- Morning tea with cheese, oysters, & freshly-baked bread
- Lunch
- Tea, coffee, or hot chocolate
- Tastings at the chocolate and honey shop
- Park entry & ferry fares
Exclusions
- Hound Tooth Whiskey sample (available at an extra cost when open)
- 7 to 7:25am: Pick up from Hobart
- 8am: Arrive at Kettering and take ferry to Bruny Island
- 8:45 to 1pm: Bruny Island tour:
- 1pm: Lunch
- Chocolate & fudge tastings
- The Neck Lookout
- The Bread Fridge
- 4pm: Return by ferry
- 5pm: Transfer to Hobart
- Tip: If alcoholic chocolates are your thing, try the delectable whiskey fudge bites to have your mind blown away.
- All dietary preferences can be accommodated in this tour.
- This tour is not recommended for children aged 1 and under.
- Children aged 5 and under cannot participate in the Cape Bruny Lighthouse tour but can walk inside at the base under the supervision of an adult.
- Guide dogs are welcome on this adventure.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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- Partake in a full-day guided tour across the Tasmanian waters and experience a seafood extravaganza onboard.
- Accompanied by 2 local guides, witness River Derwent's ancient cliffs, Bruny Island's tranquil beaches, and savor salty oysters.
- Watch your guide effortlessly catch abalone and sea urchins, while snorkeling and join the expert in preparing a gourmet meal.
- Delight in a delectable lunch featuring salmon, oysters, rock lobster, and abalone, paired with artisan bread, salads, and cheese.
- Enhance the meal with a selection of local wines like Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, ciders, beers, and organic juices.
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- Full-day cruise tour from Hobart
- 2 local guides
- Lunch (rock lobster, abalone, sea urchin, oysters, sashimi & salmon)
- Spread of local breads
- Artisan cheese
- Local wines (Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling & Jansz sparkling)
- Moo Brew
- Willie Smiths
- Organic juices
- Tip: Explore the beaches, walking tracks, and scenic viewpoints at the serene Bruny Island.
- Guide dogs are allowed on the tour.
- This tour can accommodate a maximum of 12 people in 1 group.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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- Immerse yourself in a day tour from Hobart to Launceston with a small group of under 20 guests, an expert guide, and hassle-free hotel transfers.
- The highlight of the tour is Freycinet National Park – the oldest national park in Tasmania – with exquisite views of the clear waters of Wineglass Bay.
- Explore Honeymoon Bay – a romantic beach cove – and the historic Cape Tourville Lighthouse where you’ll savor more coastal views.
- If you prefer a more challenging trek, walk down to the beach at Wineglass Bay and relax on the white sand, or go for a swim in the turquoise waters.
- Adding a different element of fun to your day is a visit to the Devil’s Corner winery where you’ll learn about the lodge’s intricate process of winemaking.
Inclusions
- Day tour of Launceston
- Hotel pick-up in Hobart and drop-off in Launceston
- English-speaking guide
- Small group under 20
- National Park entrance fee
- Freycinet National Park
- Wineglass Bay Lookout
- Wineglass Beach
- Honeymoon Bay
- Cape Tourville Lighthouse
- Devil’s Corner winery
- Tip: Make sure to try out the crowd-favorite seafood platter and the artisanal gelato at Devil’s Corner.
- To participate in this experience, a good level of fitness and mobility is required.
- The experience is restricted to guests aged 7 and under.
- Note that the following is not allowed on this tour: large bags.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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- Embark on a guided tour capturing the rugged coastline, lavender farm, and convict history of Tasmania with round-trip hotel transfers from Hobart.
- Marvel at Australia's highest sea cliffs at 300 meters and the Tasman Peninsula's breathtaking landscape visible from Pirates Bay Lookout.
- Embark on one of Tasmania's greatest short walks along the Waterfall Bay Cliff that concludes at the rock formations of Tasman Arch and Devil’s Kitchen.
- At the quaint Port Arthur Lavender Farm, wander amidst lavender fields, relish lavender-infused high tea, and witness a lavender distillery in action!
- Explore the haunting Port Arthur Historic Site, with a harbor cruise around the Isle of the Dead, once used as a graveyard for penal settlements.
Inclusions
- Full-day guided tour of Port Arthur & Lavender Farm
- Expert guide
- Small group tour of 20 people
- Round-trip hotel transfers
- Admission to Port Arthur Historic Site
- Port Arthur Harbor Cruise
- 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
- Tip: On your harbor cruise around the Isle of Dead, keep an eye out for seals. They're often spotted in these waters!
- Guests aged 7 and under are restricted from participating in this experience.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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- Experience Tasmania's unique beauty on this guided day tour that includes meeting the notorious Tassie Devils, visiting Port Harbour, exploring the village of Richmond, and more.
- Hike up 300-meter-high clifftops to witness huge waves crash against dolerite spires and enjoy stunning views at Pirates Bay, Waterfall Bay, Tasman Arch, and Devil’s Kitchen.
- Come face-to-face with Tasmanian Devils at the Tasmanian Devils Unzoo, feed wallabies, and watch a Birds of the Bush show.
- Engage with the history of Port Arthur's impeccably preserved ruins, including a complimentary harbor cruise around the Isle of the Dead.
- Explore the historic village of Richmond with its quaint stone buildings, Australia's oldest bridge, and old lolly shops.
Inclusions
- Full-day guided tour
- Round-trip hotel transfers
- Tasmanian Devil Unzoo entrance fee
- Tasman National Park highlights (Devils Kitchen & Tasman Arch)
- Visit historic Richmond Village
- Tasmanian Devil feeding
- Port Arthur Historic Site entry fees
- Port Arthur Harbor Cruise (30-minute cruise)
- Waterfall Bay Cliff Top Walk
- Pirates Bay Lookout
- Tip: If you're into 'haunted' places, explore the whispers of the supernatural around Richmond's oldest bridge.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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- On this guided day tour, step back in time at Port Arthur and be captivated by the Tasman Peninsula's wonders, with return transfers from Hobart.
- Take a guided walk at Port Arthur and delve deep into Tasmania's convict history at Richmond, home to convict-built structures.
- Experience Pirates Bay's serene coastline and the cascades of Waterfall Bay, and learn about the natural bridge of Tasman Arch from your guide.
- Witness the profound trench of Devil's Kitchen and embark on a cruise towards the mysterious Isle of the Dead, the resting place for over a thousand convicts.
Inclusions
- Full-day tour of Port Arthur, Richmond & Tasman Peninsula
- Round-trip transfers from selected hotels
- Expert tour guides
- Entry to Port Arthur Historic Site
- 30-min Port Arthur Harbor cruise
- Tip: For photo enthusiasts, the cliffs at Pirates Bay offer a perfect backdrop. Don't forget to pack your cameras!
- The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.
- Children aged 7 and under are restricted from participating in this experience.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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