Port Arthur Deep History Tour Guided by a Convict Desendant
Departing from Hobart
The Port Arthur Historic Site
- Guided by a convict descendant, offering unique insights into Van Diemen's Land's history
- Explore Richmond, Pirates Bay, and Tessellated Pavement with deep historical and scenic context
- Discover Port Arthur Historic Site, focusing on convict daily life and punishment systems
- Witness dramatic coastal landscapes like Tasman Arch, integral to the isolation narrative
What to expect
This full-day Port Arthur and Tasman Peninsula tour pairs key sites with in-depth storytelling, led by a direct descendant of Tasmanian convicts. With 17 convict ancestors, your guide shares a personal view of transportation, punishment, and daily life in Van Diemen’s Land. Visit Richmond, then the Tasman Peninsula, where coastal landscapes helped isolate convicts. Stops include Pirates Bay, Tessellated Pavement, Devil’s Kitchen, Tasman Arch, and the Blowhole. Entry to Port Arthur Historic Site is included, with insight into daily routines and punishment
Treat yourself to a sugary escape at The Richmond Lolly Shop
Experiencing the timeless charm of this historic village and its iconic bridge
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