Puffing Billy Tours

Puffing Billy Tours offers a nostalgic journey through the Dandenong Ranges in Victoria, Australia. Experience the charm of a century-old steam train as it winds through the scenic countryside, providing a delightful and memorable heritage ride.

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Young girl waves from Puffing Billy steam train window on Melbourne tour.

Father and son inside Puffing Billy train, Dandenong Ranges tour.

Conductor and passengers wave from a Puffing Billy carriage on a Melbourne tour.

Conductor waves as Puffing Billy steam train departs on a half-day tour from Melbourne.

Puffing Billy steam train with passengers on a wooden trestle bridge in lush forest.

Station Master in uniform smiling on the platform during a Puffing Billy tour.

Puffing Billy tour guide in uniform converses with passengers on the station platform.

Passengers boarding Puffing Billy steam train vintage carriage near Melbourne station.

Puffing Billy steam train travels through Dandenong Ranges forest on a Melbourne tour.

Historic steam locomotive display at Puffing Billy visitor centre near Melbourne.

Two people sitting on a bench at Lakeside station platform during Puffing Billy tour.

Puffing Billy steam train travels through pine trees near Melbourne.

Couple on Lakeside discovery walk bridge, part of Puffing Billy tour, Melbourne.

Friends and conductor on Puffing Billy steam train in open-sided carriage, Australia.

Puffing Billy steam train on a wooden trestle bridge with passengers sitting on carriage sills.

Passenger gives peace sign from Puffing Billy train window on bridge in lush forest.

Puffing Billy steam train with crew member in Melbourne forest.

Puffing Billy steam train with passengers' legs dangling travels through forest near Melbourne.

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

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6 hr

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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.

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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.

from

AU$179

Phillip Island Nobbies coastal view with boardwalk and ocean waves.

Visitors enjoying pedal boats on a lake near a pavilion during the Puffing Billy and Phillip Island tour.

Penguins walking on Phillip Island beach during Puffing Billy and Penguin Parade tour.

Penguins gathered on sandy ground at Phillip Island Penguin Parade.

Tourists boarding air-conditioned coach bus for transfer to Montserrat Monastery.

Tourists wearing penguin hats on a coach to Phillip Island.

From Melbourne: Puffing Billy Train Ride & Phillip Island Guided Tour

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11 hr

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See the best of Victoria on a full-day guided tour from Melbourne to Phillip Island, with round-trip transfers included.
Journey through the scenic Dandenong Ranges and enjoy a classic Puffing Billy steam train ride from Belgrave to Emerald.
Watch the famous Penguin Parade at Phillip Island as little penguins waddle ashore at sunset.
Travel in comfort with an English-speaking guide and air-conditioned coach, plus convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off.
Did you know? Puffing Billy is one of the world’s best-preserved heritage steam railways, operating since 1900.

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See the best of Victoria on a full-day guided tour from Melbourne to Phillip Island, with round-trip transfers included.
Journey through the scenic Dandenong Ranges and enjoy a classic Puffing Billy steam train ride from Belgrave to Emerald.
Watch the famous Penguin Parade at Phillip Island as little penguins waddle ashore at sunset.
Travel in comfort with an English-speaking guide and air-conditioned coach, plus convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off.
Did you know? Puffing Billy is one of the world’s best-preserved heritage steam railways, operating since 1900.

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AU$234

Autumn leaves and wooden bridge over a lake in Yarra Valley, Dandenong Ranges tour.

Little penguins at Healesville Sanctuary, part of the Puffing Billy and Healesville tour.

Healesville Sanctuary kangaroo in natural habitat, Melbourne, Australia.

Short-beaked echidna walking on rocky terrain.

Koala resting in a tree at Maru Koala and Animal Park.

Tour guide holding an owl at Healesville Sanctuary during Puffing Billy and Healesville Sanctuary tour.

From Melbourne: Puffing Billy & Healesville Sanctuary Scenic Tour with Transfers

Free cancellation

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8 hr

Journey through the Dandenong Ranges on the historic Puffing Billy steam train from Belgrave to Emerald Lake.
Meet koalas, kangaroos, platypus, and more at Healesville Sanctuary, with live shows and up-close encounters.
Catch live wildlife shows and learn about native species from expert keepers in an immersive bushland setting.
Indulge in complimentary chocolate tastings at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie, a sweet finale to your adventure.
Travel comfortably with round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned coach and an English-speaking guide from central Melbourne.

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Journey through the Dandenong Ranges on the historic Puffing Billy steam train from Belgrave to Emerald Lake.
Meet koalas, kangaroos, platypus, and more at Healesville Sanctuary, with live shows and up-close encounters.
Catch live wildlife shows and learn about native species from expert keepers in an immersive bushland setting.
Indulge in complimentary chocolate tastings at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie, a sweet finale to your adventure.
Travel comfortably with round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned coach and an English-speaking guide from central Melbourne.

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AU$230

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Travel guides and tips

All you need to know before your Puffing Billy Railway ride

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