[Chinese Tour] Melbourne Puffing Billy Steam Train + Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Tour | Optional Rainbow House & Mercedes Small Group
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[Chinese Tour] Melbourne Puffing Billy Steam Train + Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Tour | Optional Rainbow House & Mercedes Small Group
[Benz 13-person group] Penguin Island + Steam Train Day Tour + Meeting Point Pickup
This package provides pick-up and drop-off service from designated meeting points and does not include meals.
Adult price applies to ages 14 and above, child price applies to ages 4–13, and infant price applies to ages 0–3.
- Puffing Billy Steam Train One-Way Ticket
- Penguin Parade General Viewing Ticket
- Chinese-Speaking Driver-Guide
- Licensed tour vehicle insurance + travel insurance (coverage up to AUD 20 million)
- The 20-person tour includes free hotel transfers and lunch; other packages offer pick-up from designated meeting points and do not include meals.
- Gratuity: AUD 5 per person
- Optional Attraction Tickets (to be purchased on-site)
- Any expenses not mentioned as included in the tour price
- Designated handling fee
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[Group of 20] Penguin Island + Steam Train Day Tour with Lunch
This package includes free hotel transfers within the designated area and meals.
Adult price applies to ages 14 and above, child price applies to ages 4–13, and infant price applies to ages 0–3.
During the National Day period, this tour will operate as a 23-person group and does not include meals. If this is a concern, please do not book. By booking, you acknowledge and accept this arrangement; no refunds will be provided.
- Puffing Billy Steam Train One-Way Ticket
- Penguin Parade General Viewing Ticket
- Chinese-Speaking Driver-Guide
- Licensed tour vehicle insurance + travel insurance (coverage up to AUD 20 million)
- The 20-person tour includes free hotel transfers and lunch; other packages offer pick-up from designated meeting points and do not include meals.
- Gratuity: AUD 5 per person
- Optional Attraction Tickets (to be purchased on-site)
- Any expenses not mentioned as included in the tour price
- Designated handling fee
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[Benz 13-person group] Penguin Island + Steam Train + Moonlight Zoo + Rainbow House (Brighton Bathing Boxes) Day Tour
This package provides pick-up and drop-off service from designated meeting points and does not include meals.
Adult price applies to ages 14 and above, child price applies to ages 4–13, and infant price applies to ages 0–3.
- Puffing Billy Steam Train One-Way Ticket
- Penguin Parade General Viewing Ticket
- Chinese-Speaking Driver-Guide
- Licensed tour vehicle insurance + travel insurance (coverage up to AUD 20 million)
- The 20-person tour includes free hotel transfers and lunch; other packages offer pick-up from designated meeting points and do not include meals.
- Gratuity: AUD 5 per person
- Optional Attraction Tickets (to be purchased on-site)
- Any expenses not mentioned as included in the tour price
- Designated handling fee
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[40-person group] Penguin Island + Steam Train Day Tour
This package provides pick-up and drop-off service from designated meeting points and does not include meals.
Adult price applies to ages 14 and above, child price applies to ages 4–13, and infant price applies to ages 0–3.
During the National Day period, this tour will operate as a 50-person group (meals not included). If this is a concern, please do not book. By booking, you acknowledge and accept this arrangement; no refunds will be provided.
- Puffing Billy Steam Train One-Way Ticket
- Penguin Parade General Viewing Ticket
- Chinese-Speaking Driver-Guide
- Licensed tour vehicle insurance + travel insurance (coverage up to AUD 20 million)
- The 20-person tour includes free hotel transfers and lunch; other packages offer pick-up from designated meeting points and do not include meals.
- Gratuity: AUD 5 per person
- Optional Attraction Tickets (to be purchased on-site)
- Any expenses not mentioned as included in the tour price
- Designated handling fee
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Highlights
Melbourne’s must-see highlights in one tour with Chinese-speaking driver-guide
Ride the iconic Puffing Billy steam train through the stunning Dandenong Ranges
Includes Penguin Parade + steam train experience, watching hundreds of adorable penguins return to their burrows
Optional add-ons: Brighton Bathing Boxes or Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Park, with different tour types/routes available
The content of this product is provided by machine translation and may not
reflect the actual information, please take this into consideration before
booking.
— What you can expect —
Ride a century-old steam train through the pristine rainforest, enjoying the
beauty of the emerald Dandenong Ranges. In the evening, witness the penguins'
parade at Penguin Island and connect with nature up close. You can also
volunteer at Maru Zoo to see more unique Australian animals. At the Nobbies
Point Center, overlooking the majestic Bass Strait, you'll have the
opportunity to encounter wild seals.
— Itinerary Reference —
The following travel time is for reference only. Please refer to the travel
time on the day for details.
Benz 13-person group: Penguin Island and steam train day trip itinerary
8:00-12:00 Gather according to different train times (get on the train in
order at the boarding point); the itinerary will change accordingly if the
meeting time is different, please refer to the specific itinerary on the day
10:45-11:40 Go to the train station
11:40-12:20 Lunch at the train restaurant (at your own expense)
12:30-13:30 Take a steam train through the Dandenong Ranges
14:00-15:00 Go to Maru Animal Park
15:00-16:00 Optional visit to Maru Zoo, admission fee is at your own expense
(reference price: $33/adult, $18/child)
16:00-18:00 Head to the town of Cowes and overlook the island (this attraction
depends on the train schedule and is not guaranteed!)
18:00-19:00 Visit Nobby Point and have a chance to see the seal colony (this
attraction depends on the train schedule and is not guaranteed!)
19:30-21:00 Penguin Parade Visit
21:00-24:00 End of the trip and return to Chinatown
Penguin Island and Steam Train Day Trip (20/40 Person Group) - Winter Season
(May-September) Itinerary
9:00-12:00 Gather according to the train schedule (board the train in order);
depart for Mount Dandenong to experience Australia's natural ecology, ride the
century-old steam train, and then dine at the Lakeside Cafe restaurant at the
train visitor center (40 people group does not include meals)
14:00 Arrive at Maru Animal Park and visit the Maru Zoo on your own. Tickets
are at your own expense (reference price: $33/adult, $18/child)
15:30 Explore the Chocolate Mystery Factory. Tickets are at your own expense
(reference price: $22/adult, $18/child; whether you can go to this attraction
depends on the train schedule and is not guaranteed!)
16:30 Arrive at the center of Nobbies Point and have the opportunity to see
the seal colony
17:10 Waiting to watch the penguin parade 21:30 Arrived in the city, ending a
pleasant day
During summer time (approximately October-April), the departure time is
approximately 12:00, and the actual arrival time in the city is approximately
23:30. The arrival time at various attractions will be postponed accordingly.
Please refer to the actual departure time on the day for the specific time.
Lunch is included for a group of 20 people. If there are vegetarians, please
make a note when placing an order or contact customer service to arrange for
vegetarian meals. Otherwise, we cannot arrange it.
Benz 13-person group tour: Moonlight Zoo, Rainbow House, Penguin Island, and
Steam Train Winter Season (May-September) itinerary
9:30-10:00 Gather in the city and depart
10:30-11:00 Brighton Rainbow House Tour
11:50-13:00 Visit Moonlight Zoo and enjoy lunch (entrance and lunch are at
your own expense)
13:50-14:30 Visit the 1000 Steps of Mount Dandenong (not hiking. This
attraction depends on the train schedule and is not guaranteed to be visited!)
14:30-14:45 Go to the steam train
15:00-16:00 Take a steam train and travel through the lush green Dandenong
Ranges
16:00-17:30 Head to Phillip Island
17:30-19:15 Penguin Parade Tour and Dinner
21:15 Return to the city
**During summer time (approximately October-April), the departure time is
approximately 10:00-10:30, and the actual arrival time in the city is
approximately 24:00. The arrival time at various attractions will be postponed
accordingly. Please refer to the actual departure time on the day for the
specific time.
[40-person group] Rainbow House + Penguin Island + Steam Train Itinerary
8:00 Pick up at meeting point
11:00 Brighton Rainbow House Tour
12:45 Take a steam train through the lush green Dandenong Ranges
14:30 Go to Maru Zoo, tickets are at your own expense (reference price:
$33/adult, $18/child)
16:30 Enjoy the beautiful view of Nobbies Point 18:00 Watch the penguins
parade
21:00-24:00 Return to the meeting point in the city
— Important Information —
[Winter time] Departs around 10:30-11:30 and arrives in the city around
21:00-22:00 [Summer time] Departs around 12:30-13:30 and arrives in the city
around 23:00-24:00
Penguin Parade time varies with the seasons, and train tickets are in short
supply during peak seasons (New Year, Christmas, Easter, and student
holidays). To ensure a smooth trip, the departure time or order may be
adjusted. Please be informed by the driver the night before for specific
arrangements.
Optional items (Maru Zoo, Chocolate Factory, Moonlight Zoo) can be purchased
on-site. Participation is voluntary. Non-participants can move freely in the
car or around the area without affecting the itinerary experience.
**Attractions such as the Chocolate Factory and Nobbies Corner must coordinate
with the train schedule. If the train schedule is adjusted to noon/afternoon,
the relevant attractions may be cancelled (no refund). Please understand.
Itinerary
‼ This product includes different packages with varying itineraries. For full details, please refer to the product description. The following is only an overview of the main attractions.
The Puffing Billy steam train is a genuine relic of Victoria’s early traditional railways. Renowned worldwide as one of Australia’s oldest and best-preserved steam trains, it is one of Victoria’s most popular attractions among visitors.
Phillip Island is home to Australia’s little blue penguins, which stand only 30 cm tall. It is world-famous for the “Penguin Parade” at sunset, attracting countless visitors each year.
The Brighton Bathing Boxes are located in the seaside town of Brighton. Enjoy the ocean views, relax, and snap photos of the iconic colorful beach huts—perfect for memorable shots.
Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Park is a 50-minute drive from Melbourne, offering close-up encounters with koalas, kangaroos, and other iconic Australian animals. It’s ideal for family visits. (Optional visit; tickets are not included. The visit may be canceled depending on train schedules, with no refunds required.)
At Maru Wildlife Park, you can get up close to koalas and kangaroos, personally feed kangaroos and parrots, and even see the endangered Tasmanian devil. (Optional visit; tickets are not included.)
Nobbies Boardwalk at Cape Nobbies features dramatic cliffside walkways and Seal Rocks, offering panoramic views of the Bass Strait and stunning scenery. (This stop may be canceled depending on train schedules, with no refunds.)
Phillip Island Chocolate Factory features a rare 1-ton chocolate waterfall and offers free tastings, fun factory tours, and interactive experiences like instant photo opportunities. It’s a must-visit for sweet lovers. (Optional visit; tickets not included; this stop may be canceled depending on train schedules, with no refunds.)
The Penguin Parade timing varies with the season, so the itinerary will be adjusted accordingly. Return to the city is approximately three hours after the penguins return to their burrows. The schedule is for reference only; actual times depend on the day of travel.
[Benz 13-Person Tour] Penguin Island + Puffing Billy / [Benz 13-Person Tour] Moonlit Sanctuary + Brighton Bathing Boxes + Penguin Island + Puffing Billy packages allow you to board from the following pick-up points.
[20-Person Tour] Penguin Island + Puffing Billy Steam Train tour offers free hotel transfers within the city. (For some apartments, guesthouses, or restricted parking areas, boarding may be at a nearby designated location—please consult customer service for details.)
[40-Person Tour] Penguin Island + Puffing Billy Steam Train tour allows boarding from the following pick-up points.
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Additional information
- Puffing Billy Steam Train One-Way Ticket (Belgrave to Menzies Creek/Lakeside). Please note that during peak season or special periods when the steam train has temporary events, other route sections may be booked. We appreciate your understanding.
- Group size may increase by 5–10 people during school holidays, National Day, Christmas, New Year, Chinese New Year, and local Australian student holidays. By booking, you accept this situation; no refunds will be provided.
- Includes Chocolate Factory, Moonlit Sanctuary, Cowes Township, and Dandenong Ranges 1000 Steps. Visits are not guaranteed and may be canceled due to Penguin Parade or train schedules; no refunds will be given. Please do not book if this is a concern.
- Each guest may bring one carry-on up to 7 kg (suitcases not allowed).
- Optional attractions with tickets to be purchased on site: Maru Wildlife Park (reference price: Adults AUD 33, Children AUD 18), Phillip Island Chocolate Factory (reference price: Adults AUD 22, Children AUD 14; not available during Daylight Saving Time), Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Park (reference price: AUD 32).
- During summer, penguins return later, and return trips may extend past midnight. Please plan accordingly. The itinerary may be adjusted according to actual train schedules; the shown itinerary is for reference only and cannot be guaranteed in exact timing or order.
- Important: Confirm your KKday order status at least 24 hours before departure. On the night before your trip (by 8:00 PM), scan the QR code on your confirmation voucher or contact KKday to get the accurate departure time and location. For any questions, please contact us for assistance.
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