HOBART GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
A compact day across the Tasman Peninsula — Port Arthur, Richmond and the colonial past from Hobart
A small‑group, one‑day outing from Hobart that visits the Tasman Peninsula, Port Arthur Historic Site and Richmond; this guide explains what the day covers and the practical details to plan for it.
A compact day across the Tasman Peninsula — Port Arthur, Richmond and the colonial past from Hobart.
Departing from Hobart, this relaxed one‑day excursion threads scenic coastline and colonial settlements as it crosses to the Tasman Peninsula to visit the Port Arthur Historic Site and the village of Richmond. The tour is narrated by a local guide and designed to deliver concentrated history and landscape in a single day, returning to Hobart by mid‑late afternoon.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Port Arthur Historic Site
The day’s principal stop is the Port Arthur Historic Site, a world‑famous convict settlement set amid gardens and preserved buildings. Entry to the site is included as part of the tour and the local guide brings its difficult past to life as you wander through the place.
Tasman Peninsula scenery
The route runs across the Tasman Peninsula, offering uninterrupted coastal and rural scenery that frames the historical stops and underlines why this part of Tasmania is so often visited on day trips from Hobart.
Richmond’s Georgian streetscape
On the return leg the tour stops at Richmond in the Coal River Valley, a well‑preserved colonial village where Georgian architecture and a compact historic centre make for an easy, atmospheric wander.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
You’re collected from Hobart city centre in the morning, then settle into a relaxed drive toward the Tasman Peninsula. Time is spent exploring the Port Arthur Historic Site with a local guide, followed by a visit to Richmond before a scenic return to Hobart, with arrival by mid to late afternoon.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Pick‑up from Hobart city‑centre accommodation between 8:30 am and 9:00 am; the tour runs as a single day and returns to Hobart by 4:30 pm at the latest.
Small‑group tour with a local guide (maximum 8 guests), transport in a well‑appointed vehicle and entry to the Port Arthur Historic Site are included.
Convenient pick‑up from Hobart city‑centre accommodation; the operator arranges transport between sites on the Tasman Peninsula.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour is a single‑day outing, running roughly eight hours and returning to Hobart by 4:30 pm at the latest.
What is included in the tour price?
Included are a small‑group tour led by a local guide (max. 8 guests), transport in a well‑appointed vehicle and entry to the Port Arthur Historic Site.
Where does the tour start?
The tour begins with a pick‑up from accommodation in Hobart’s city centre between 8:30 am and 9:00 am.
Which sites will we visit?
The itinerary visits the Tasman Peninsula, the Port Arthur Historic Site and the village of Richmond in the Coal River Valley.
What is the group size?
The tour operates as a small‑group outing with a maximum of eight guests and a minimum requirement of four guests.
When will I be back in Hobart?
The tour concludes with a scenic return to Hobart, arriving by 4:30 pm at the latest.