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Half-Day Puffing Billy Steam Train Experience w optional Penguins

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Half-Day Puffing Billy Steam Train Experience

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Half-day experience: This half-day option returns to Melbourne at approximately 1:15pm, giving you the whole afternoon to enjoy at your leisure!
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MYR 478.41

Puffing Billy & Penguins Combo

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Add on the Penguin Parade: Continue your journey by joining our Phillip Island afternoon tour following your Puffing Billy experience in the morning.
This is a full day experience: You'll return to Melbourne after Puffing Billy & enjoy a lunch break before rejoining for the Phillip Island Afternoon tour
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MYR 654.8

Highlights

Step back in time on the Puffing Billy Steam Train, a century-old heritage railway that winds through the lush Dandenong Ranges. Sit in the open-sided carriages with your legs dangling over the edge, feeling the breeze as you pass towering trees, fern gullies, and the iconic Monbulk Creek Trestle Bridge. It’s the perfect Melbourne escape for families, history buffs, and train enthusiasts alike.


Explore the Puffing Billy Railway Lakeside Visitor Centre and Emerald Lake Park, where scenic trails and lakeside views await. For an extended adventure, choose the Penguin Parade combo to visit Phillip Island in the afternoon and witness the world-famous Little Penguins return ashore at sunset. With round-trip transport, friendly guides, and seamless hotel pickups, this is Melbourne sightseeing made simple and unforgettable.

  • Ride a Living Legend: Travel on the historic Puffing Billy steam train through the scenic Dandenong Ranges.
  • Open-Sided Carriages: Experience the fresh air and panoramic views with your legs dangling over the sides.
  • Emerald Lake Park: Stroll along scenic walking trails or relax by the lake.
  • Penguin Parade Combo: Add Phillip Island to your day and watch Little Penguins waddle ashore at sunset.
  • Hassle-Free Travel: Includes hotel pickup, return transport, and expert local guides.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approx.)
  • Start of Tour (7:00 AM)

    Pickup from selected Melbourne hotels, exact time confirmed after booking.
  • Puffing Billy Railway

    1 hourAdmission Ticket Included
    Board the iconic Puffing Billy steam train at Belgrave. Enjoy the unique open-sided carriages and take in the scenery of the Dandenong Ranges.
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park (Pass By)

    Ride through lush forests, fern gullies, and cross the famous Monbulk Creek Trestle Bridge.
  • Puffing Billy Lakeside Visitor Centre

    30 mins
    Learn about the railway’s heritage, explore interactive exhibits, or enjoy refreshments at the cafe.
  • Emerald Lake Park

    30 mins
    Wander the walking trails or relax lakeside for scenic photos and fresh mountain air.
  • Return to Melbourne

    Half-day tour returns to central Melbourne at approximately 1:15 PM. Combo tour continues in the afternoon with a break in Melbourne before rejoining for the Penguin Parade.

What's included

INCLUDED

One-way journey on Puffing Billy Steam Train
Professional, friendly & informative guide
Pickup from selected hotels in Melbourne
Air-conditioned vehicle transport
WiFi on board
Combo option: Includes Phillip Island Penguin Parade tour in the afternoon

NOT INCLUDED

Meals & beverages
Gratuities

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Additional information

Meeting Point & Pickup Information
  • Pickup from selected Melbourne hotels between 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
  • Exact pickup time provided after booking.
  • Returns to central Melbourne location.
  • Tour starts daily at 7:00 AM.
  • Half-Day returns at approx. 1:15 PM.
  • Combo option returns between 9 PM – midnight (seasonal).
Must Know
  • Total tour duration includes travel time.
  • Large bags, strollers, prams, baby capsules, luggage & walkers cannot be brought on board.
  • Combo option includes a lunch break in Melbourne before joining the Penguin Parade tour.
  • Penguin Parade return time varies seasonally.
Child Policy
  • Children aged 0–15 may join with a valid child ticket.
  • Infant seats available upon request.
What to Bring
  • Camera for photos
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
Accessibility
  • Not wheelchair accessible.
  • Service animals allowed.
Booking Confirmation
  • Instant confirmation upon booking.
Cancellation Policy
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Voucher Use
  • Show mobile or printed voucher to staff at pickup.
  • Valid for the booked date only.

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