Hobart to Port Arthur Bus Service

The experience will start at 7:45 AM from the Pennicott Wilderness Journeys Center. The transfer to Port Arthur will take approximately 1.5 hours, as you travel through the beautiful Hobart countryside. Take in the serene sights from the comfort of your air-conditioned bus.

You will reach Port Arthur at around 9:30 AM. You will have 7 hours to explore the historic area and its numerous attractions. Several tours and cruises are available, which you must book in advance to enjoy. Some of the must-see attractions include the Convict Church, the Prison Colony site, and the Isle of the Dead. The Convict Church is an unfinished building that was constructed by the incarcerated themselves. The Isle of the Dead has an estimated 1000 graves, and is located off the coast of Port Arthur. There are several cafes and restaurants located at Port Arthur where you can enjoy lunch and snacks. The return transfer to Hobart is at 4:30 PM. You will be dropped off at your hotel at around 6:00 PM.

Know Before You Go

Timings

• Monday to Sunday - 7:30 AM
• Duration - 10 hours
• This tour is not available on 25th December.

COVID Safety Information

• All areas that customers frequently touch are sanitized.
• Contactless payments and online bookings are required.
• Guests may/may not be subject to temperature checks beforehand.
• All guests must bring along face masks for safety.
• The number of visitors has been limited to reduce crowds.
• It is recommended to maintain social distancing with other guests (2 meters apart).
• Regularly sanitize your hands. Sanitizers are available upon request.

Important Information

• Dress in comfortable and layered clothing.
• Be sure to bring a raincoat rather than an umbrella, since it gets quite windy.
• Please wear comfortable walking shoes since there is a fair amount of walking.
• Be sure to wear sunscreen and a hat since it can get quite sunny in the afternoons.
• The experience is wheelchair and stroller accessible.