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A steam train on a wooden bridge with passengers, surrounded by lush greenery. 1
A wooden bridge over a calm river with trees and greenery in the background. 2
Four people standing by a river, one on a bench and three on the path. 3
A rusty steam locomotive with a wreath on the front, a large chimney, and a person in a plaid shirt standing in front. 4
A bench labeled "LAKESIDF" in a park with trees in the background. 5
By Go West Tours

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €111 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

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

Activity location

  • Puffing Billy Railway
    • 1 Old Monbulk Road,
    • 3160, Belgrave, Victoria, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Puffing Billy Railway
    • 1 Old Monbulk Road,
    • 3160, Belgrave, Victoria, Australia

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Half-Day Puffing Billy Steam Train Experience

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

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

Starting time: 07:00
Price details
€110.64 x 1 Adult€110.64
Total
Price is €110.64
Until Tue, 15 Sept

Puffing Billy & Penguins combo

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

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
Pickup included

Starting time: 07:00
Price details
€151.43 x 1 Adult€151.43
Total
Price is €151.43
Until Tue, 15 Sept

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Pickup from Selected Hotels
  • Inclusions
    WiFi on board
  • Inclusions
    One-way Journey on Puffing Billy
  • Inclusions
    Professional, Friendly & Informative Guide
  • Inclusions
    100% Satisfaction Guarantee
  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Inclusions
    English Speaking Tour Guide
  • Exclusions
    Meals & drinks
  • Exclusions
    Service charge
  • Exclusions
    Optional: Puffing Billy + Penguin option is 2 half-day tours joined together & taken on the same day
  • Exclusions
    Optional: Puffing Billy (Belgrave to Menzies Creek Departure), Redwoods & Wine

Know before you book

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Specialised infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • 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
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Puffing Billy Railway

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Step aboard the iconic Puffing Billy Railway for an unforgettable journey from Belgrave to Lakeside. Feel the fresh forest air from the famous open-sided carriages as the historic steam train winds through towering trees, fern-filled gullies and the beautiful Dandenong Ranges.

Dandenong Ranges National Park (Pass by)

Travel through the lush landscapes of the Dandenong Ranges, surrounded by towering forests and rolling hills. Along the way, your expert guide will share local stories and insights that bring this beautiful region beyond Melbourne to life.

Puffing Billy Railway Lakeside Visitor Centre

  • 30m
Arrive at Lakeside and enjoy time to explore the modern Visitor Centre, where the history and heritage of Puffing Billy meet the beautiful natural surrounds of Emerald Lake Park.

Emerald Lake Park

  • 30m
Enjoy some free time surrounded by the peaceful greenery of Emerald Lake Park. Take a stroll, soak up the fresh mountain air or simply relax beside the lake before beginning the journey back to Melbourne.

Location

Activity location

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    Puffing Billy Railway
    • 1 Old Monbulk Road,
    • 3160, Belgrave, Victoria, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Puffing Billy Railway
    • 1 Old Monbulk Road,
    • 3160, Belgrave, Victoria, Australia

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