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15 Best Puffing Billy & Dandenong Tours

The steam-train days in the Dandenong Ranges: Puffing Billy’s open-sided carriages through mountain ash forest, often paired with Healesville Sanctuary’s wildlife hospital. The century-old train still runs on volunteer stokers.

1.Melbourne: Puffing Billy & Healesville Sanctuary Scenic Tour

Discover Melbourne’s highlights on this full-day tour exploring Puffing Billy, Healesville Sanctuary, Emerald Lake, and Yarra Valley chocolates for $152.

Most Popular★ 4.7

“Our guide was excellent. The train ride was quite fun. Did not expect it to be so enjoyable. The sanctuary was an intimate experience with Australian animals. I appreciate this given how hard it has been to spot the animals in the wild. Our guide…”

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2.From Melbourne: Puffing Billy and Penguin Parade Combo Tour

Experience Victorian charm on this full-day tour from Melbourne, combining a scenic steam train ride with the adorable Penguin Parade at Phillip Island.

★ 4.5

“Terry (NOT speltTerri) was an incredible guide, he was funny, knowlagable, and a great photographer. The steam train was fun, getting reconnected with terry afterwards was easy, pretty much the only thing I would change about the tour is maybe having the light lunch location…”

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6.Puffing Billy And Phillip Island Penguin Parade Bus Tour

Explore Victoria’s highlights on this full-day tour from Melbourne, including Puffing Billy, the Nobbies, and the famous Phillip Island penguin parade, with expert guides.

★ 4.5

“I really enjoyed the tour. Our driver, Tony, was very knowledgable and gave some good commentary throughout the day. Puffing Billy was good fun, especially sitting on the ledges with your legs dangling out, though that's completely optional. We stopped in Cowes for lunch and…”

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7.Yarra Valley Wildlife & Wine Day Tour with Healesville Sanctuary

Discover native Australian wildlife, enjoy delicious wine tastings, and savor a scenic day at Healesville Sanctuary and Yarra Valley vineyards with this full-day tour.

★ 5.0

“We had a terrific time on the Wildlife and Wine Tour with our Tour Guide, Cam! Great guy, very personable and knowledgeable. We loved the combination of the Healesville Wildlife Sanctuary, a delicious lunch with beautiful views of the Yarra Valley, and a few wine…”

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8.Melbourne: Half-Day Puffing Billy Steam Train Experience

Discover the scenic charm of Melbourne with a half-day Puffing Billy steam train ride, exploring Dandenong Ranges and Emerald Lake Park, guided by local experts.

★ 4.8

“Bree was so kind and made our Puffing Billy tour incredibly fun! I really enjoyed the whole experience. I joined the afternoon Penguin Parade tour by myself, but Ben was so friendly and attentive that I had a great time. I’m really glad I got…”

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9.Melbourne: Puffing Billy Railway & Rainforest Tour

Discover Melbourne’s Dandenong Ranges with a 6-hour tour featuring Puffing Billy steam train, rainforest walks, and native birdwatching for a memorable day.

★ 4.7

“Amazing tour guide. Gina is incredible, informative and very friendly. We love our experience here. I traveled with my 80 year old mother and she had such an amazing time. Highly recommended!”

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11.1 day Puffing Billy Steam Train and Wildlife Tour from Melbourne

Discover Melbourne's outdoor charm with this full-day tour featuring a historic steam train ride, native wildlife encounters, and scenic Yarra Valley views.

★ 4.5

“Gerry was a great guide. Friendly and helpful. A great sampling of so many things to see in the far suburbs of Melbourne. The train was fun and gives you a beautiful view of the countryside. The Sanctuary gives you lots of opportunities to see…”

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12.Melbourne: Puffing Billy Railway & Penguin Parade Day Tour

Experience scenic train rides, coastal views, and adorable penguins on this full-day tour from Melbourne—perfect for wildlife lovers and scenic explorers.

★ 4.5

“Received the confirmation of my pick up time the day before via the app, and email that is connected to the app and also thru WhatsApp Jeremy picked us up as planned. He had a wonderful day planned out with many stops. Yes it is…”

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More Puffing Billy & Dandenong Tours

4.5Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour from Melbourne$121.21 5.0Dandenong Ranges Private Day Tour$305.10 4.2Melbourne: Penguin Parade Tour with Puffing Billy Train Ride12 hours$133 5.0From Melbourne: Dandenong Ranges Private Day Tour6 hours$247 5.0Puffing Billy Train and Penguins Wildlife Tour$164.25 5.0Puffing Billy Tour and Penguin Parade from Melbourne$175.72 4.0Puffing Billy and Penguin Parade Day Tour From Melbourne$162 4.5VIP Sanctuary Tour at Healesville Sanctuary – excl. entry$85.35 4.0Melbourne: Puffing Billy Train & Penguin Island Excursion12 hours$130 4.0Puffing Billy Train and Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Tour$105.43 4.3Melbourne: Puffing Billy Steam Train & Penguin Parade Tour$113 3.3Melbourne: Healesville Sanctuary & Phillip Island Tour11 hours$125 4.5From Melbourne: Puffing Billy & Penguins Combo Tour Package1 day$173 4.4Melbourne: Puffing Billy Train & Healesville & Winery Tour$140 3.5Koala Experience at Healesville Sanctuary – excl. entry$27.97 3.7Melbourne: Puffing Billy Steam Train and Philip Island$515 4.5Melbourne to Puffing Billy and Yarra Valley Private Tour10 hours$952 4.5Healesville Sanctuary And Phillip Island Wildlife Bus Tour$126.95 5.0[Private Tour] Healesville Sanctuary Wildlife & Puffing Billy Steam Train$502.07 5.0From Melbourne: Puffing Billy Private Tour – Up to 11 pax8 hours$991 5.0From Melbourne: Mornington Peninsula Tour and Puffing Billy$198 4.0Kangaroo Experience at Healesville Sanctuary – excl. entry$27.97 4.0Puffing Billy Train&Healesville Sanctuary&Yarra Valley Wine Tour$152.06 5.0[PRIVATE TOUR] Puffing Billy and Dandenong Mountains$466.21