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From Melbourne: Puffing Billy Steam Train Half-Day Tour with Transfers

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Highlights

  • Hop aboard the Puffing Billy steam train for a scenic ride through the Dandenong Ranges.
  • Cross the historic Monbulk Creek trestle bridge and take in views of lush forest landscapes.
  • Stroll along peaceful trails at Emerald Lake Park and explore the Lakeside Visitor Centre.
  • Travel in comfort on a modern coach with air conditioning, comfy seats, and free onboard Wi-Fi.
  • Hear railway stories from your English guide or use the 16-language audio guide via app.
  • Start your day with a morning pick-up from select Melbourne CBD hotels with a convenient return to central Melbourne.

Inclusions

  • Hotel pickup from select Melbourne CBD locations
  • One-way Puffing Billy steam train ticket
  • Free time at Emerald Lake Park & Lakeside Visitor Centre
  • Air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi and upgraded seating
  • Central Melbourne drop-off (Immigration Museum)
  • English-speaking professional guide
  • Multilingual audio guide (16 languages via app, bring headphones)

Exclusions

  • Hotel drop-off
  • Food and drinks (bring your own or purchase at Lakeside café)

Cancellation Policy

Tickets for this activity are non-refundable. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact us to cancel your booking.

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Your Experience

Your experience

Journey through the Dandenong Ranges on a half-day Puffing Billy steam train adventure from Melbourne, with hotel pickup and expert guide.

Getting started

Begin your day with a convenient pickup from select Melbourne CBD locations between 7am and 8am. Meet your professional guide, board an air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi, and relax on the 75-minute drive to Belgrave Station, where you’ll have time for photos and a short introduction before boarding the train.

What to expect

Puffing Billy Heritage Railway

Australia’s Puffing Billy is one of the world’s best-preserved steam railways, operating since 1900 through the lush Dandenong Ranges. This historic line is renowned for its open-sided carriages and scenic route, making it a favorite for visitors of all ages.

Features

  • Monbulk Creek Trestle Bridge: Cross this iconic timber bridge, a signature feature of the railway, offering classic photo opportunities as the train steams through the forest canopy.

  • Dandenong Ranges scenery: Enjoy panoramic views of towering eucalyptus trees and fern gullies, a landscape unique to Victoria’s temperate rainforest.

  • Emerald Lake park: Disembark at Lakeside for free time to explore the park’s walking trails, visit the Lakeside Visitor Centre, or relax at the café by the water.

  • Guided experience: Benefit from insights provided by your English-speaking guide, with multilingual audio available in 16 languages via app (bring headphones).

  • Comfortable transfers: Travel in an upgraded coach seat with Wi-Fi, and return to Melbourne for a central drop-off at the Immigration Museum by approximately 1:15 PM.

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