Puffing Billy Steam Train Experience
Overview
Begin your journey with a scenic drive from Melbourne to Belgrave, where you’ll board the iconic Puffing Billy, Australia's best-preserved heritage steam train.
Travel through the breathtaking Dandenong Ranges, crossing the famous Monbulk Creek Trestle Bridge. Dangle your legs from the unique open-sided carriages while taking in the beautiful views and crisp scents of fern gullies and mountain ash forests.
Arriving at Lakeside, explore Emerald Lake Park’s peaceful walking trails, enjoy the scenic lake, or relax at the café. Visit the Lakeside Visitor Centre to discover the fascinating history of Puffing Billy through interactive exhibits.
After exploring, return to Melbourne in the early afternoon, completing a perfect half-day adventure filled with history, nature, and unforgettable views
What's Included
- Pickup from Selected Hotels
- WiFi on board
- One-way Journey on Puffing Billy
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- English Speaking Tour Guide
- Professional, Friendly & Informative Guide
- Meals & beverages
- Gratuities
- Optional: Puffing Billy + Penguin option is 2 half-day tours joined together & taken on the same day
- Optional: Puffing Billy (Belgrave to Menzies Creek Departure), Redwoods & Wine
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup is only available from the list of hotels provided upon checkout.Your pickup will be between 7am-8am depending on which hotel you selected. Your exact meeting time will be provided after a booking is placed.This tour returns to a central Melbourne location at approximately 1:15pm.
What To Expect
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Puffing Billy Railway
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Dandenong Ranges National Park (pass by)
Puffing Billy Railway Lakeside Visitor Centre
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Emerald Lake Park
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Large bags, strollers, prams, baby capsules, luggage & walkers cannot be brought on board
- Total duration includes the travel time.
- Combo: Puffing Billy + Penguin option: This package includes our Puffing Billy Half-day tour & our Phillip Island Penguin Parade Afternoon tour
- Combo: Puffing Billy + Penguin option: Please note that when booking this package you will participate in both tours on the same day, Puffing Billy in the morning & Penguin Parade in the afternoon. You will have a lunch break in Melbourne between the tours.
- Combo: Puffing Billy + Penguin option: If joining this option your return time to Melbourne will be between 9pm-midnight depending on the season
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-3181P18
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