Could you have escaped from Port Arthur?
Call it what you will, the ‘luck of the draw’, the ‘lottery of life’, ‘wheel of fate’; it led to the forced migration of tens of thousands of men, women and children, convicted and free alike, to Van Diemen’s Land, thousands alone to Port Arthur.
The Wheel of Fate sent tens of thousands of men, women and children to Van Diemen’s Land. Their fate here hinged on social class, trade, integrity, and interpersonal aptitude. These days the Wheel of Fate experience takes you behind the ropes with exclusive access to Port Arthur’s unique buildings. Led by an expert guide on a private tour, you will access areas off-limits to the public to explore 19th century life in this infamous prison settlement. To showcase the region’s amazing produce, your personal chef will prepare and serve a two-course lunch in the dining room of the immaculately conserved Visiting Magistrates House.
If guests have a personal connection to Port Arthur’s history, or are particularly interested in a specific aspect of the convict story — such as social history, convict trades, family genealogy or the criminal justice system — the experience can be tailored to explore those interests in more depth.
With the perfect balance of heritage, colonial culture and premium food and beverages, this is a truly unique experience. Upgrade your experience to include a conservation specialist.
INCLUSIONS
Four hour daytime experiences including an expert led tour with behind the scenes access; 2 course lunch with beverages (showcasing Tasmanian produce) and content tailored to guests’ areas of interest (e.g., aspects of the convict story, social history, or personal family connections to Port Arthur).
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Full terms and conditions will be provided during the booking process or upon request.
Port Arthur Historic Site, Credit: Alastair Bett; Wheel of Fate, Credit: Peter Whyte; Wheel of Fate, Credit: Peter Whyte.