2 Day Tasmanian Highlights Tour - Bruny Island & Port Arthur
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Port Arthur Historic Site general admission + Harbour Cruise
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel Pickup and drop-off (within 5KM of Hobart CBD)
- National Park Passes
- Local, professional guide
- Lunch and drinks not included
Meeting and Pickup
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] 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.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Port Arthur Historic Site
5 Stops
Bruny Island Day Tour
9 Stops
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Port Arthur Historic Site general admission + Harbour Cruise.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Hotel Pickup and drop-off (within 5KM of Hobart CBD).
- National Park Passes.
- Local, professional guide.
- Lunch and drinks not included.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 2 Day Tasmanian Highlights Tour - Bruny Island & Port Arthur is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 2 Day Tasmanian Highlights Tour – Bruny Island & Port Arthur will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Port Arthur Historic Site general admission + Harbour Cruise
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel Pickup and drop-off (within 5KM of Hobart CBD)
- National Park Passes
- Local, professional guide
- Lunch and drinks not included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
