Melbourne
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.
Discover Melbourne’s highlights on this full-day tour exploring Puffing Billy, Healesville Sanctuary, Emerald Lake, and Yarra Valley chocolates for $152.
Most Popular“David was a brilliant guide - very charming and pleasant. He explained facts clearly and looked after us well. The puffing billy was great fun with stunning views. The sanctuary was great to see animals up close.”
Experience Victorian charm on this full-day tour from Melbourne, combining a scenic steam train ride with the adorable Penguin Parade at Phillip Island.
“Amazing tour! Everything was very well organized from start to finish. The guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the experience even better. The places we visited were beautiful, we had enough time to enjoy each stop, and the transportation was comfortable. Totally worth it and…”
Discover Melbourne's natural beauty on this 8-hour tour featuring a scenic steam train ride through Dandenong Ranges and close encounters with Australian wildlife.
“It was so well planned out very wrll organised, a lovely tour guide who was so funny with plenty of ectra information to share with us.”
Discover the charm of Victoria with a full-day tour from Melbourne featuring Puffing Billy's scenic steam train ride and the adorable Penguin Parade at Phillip Island.
“The transport arrived on time, and we could all hop on the bus alright. Stuart, the driver, was witty and spoke only when required, giving us rest during the long drive. Puffing Billy was great; there were some delays, but nothing major. The penguin parade…”
Discover the scenic Yarra Valley on this full-day tour featuring Puffing Billy, Healesville Sanctuary, Emerald Lake, and chocolates, all from Melbourne.
“Puffing Billy steam-train is certainly one GEM of an experience - most unique of all the things I’ve experienced so far during my Australia trip! Highly recommended! We were very lucky to have Dean as our tour guide, who was kind, responsible, and super considerate.…”
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.
“They should know that the time they book isn’t what it ends up with. We scheduled for 10:30am pickup and we were picked up at 12:30pm. The communication with Wine hop tours didn’t happened as they said in their texts or phone recordings. I never…”
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.
“This was the perfect day tour. Spent the morning with native animals at the sanctuary. The bird flyover is not to be missed. In the afternoon we had tastings at 2 wineries and a lovely lunch. Rob knew his stuff.”
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.
“Fabulous experience on the Puffing Billy train! Our guide Jools (and her koala Gumnut) were amazing, nothing was too much trouble and her communications were brilliant. She even went out of her way to find kangaroos on the way home!! If you do one trip,…”
Discover Melbourne’s Dandenong Ranges with a 6-hour tour featuring Puffing Billy steam train, rainforest walks, and native birdwatching for a memorable day.
“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!”
Explore Australia's unique wildlife at Healesville Sanctuary with a full-day ticket. Encounter koalas, wombats, platypus, and watch bird shows in a natural setting.
“We had so much fun! We especially loved the bird show! Hearing the lyrebird up close was incredible as well. Everything was awesome. 10/10 experience!”
Discover Melbourne's outdoor charm with this full-day tour featuring a historic steam train ride, native wildlife encounters, and scenic Yarra Valley views.
“Our trip was wonderfully relaxing and filled with fascinating moments. Mark, our guide, made the journey even more enjoyable with his engaging fun facts—especially the story about lyrebirds mimicking the sounds of the Puffing Billy trainRead more”
Experience scenic train rides, coastal views, and adorable penguins on this full-day tour from Melbourne—perfect for wildlife lovers and scenic explorers.
“amazing, loved all the information the tour guide gave, made the experience all the more special”
Experience the historic Puffing Billy steam train through Melbourne’s Dandenong Ranges with scenic views, friendly guides, and optional penguin visits for a memorable half-day adventure.
“Was a beautiful day out for a drive through the Dandenong Ranges with a short ride on Puffing Billy. Then after lunch a stroll through the redwoods and a stop at a Yarra Valley winery was a nice way to finish the tour before returning…”
Discover the highlights of Melbourne with this full-day tour visiting Brighton's colorful beach boxes, Puffing Billy steam train, and Phillip Island's penguins for a memorable Australian experience.
“Everything was perfect! Guide Angel is so good and kind!”
Explore Victoria with this 12-hour tour featuring Puffing Billy railway, Yarra Valley wine and chocolate tastings, wildlife encounters, and the Penguin Parade.
“The excursion was fantastic thanks to the guide, although the sites were also beautiful. William provided excellent explanations and help! The only downside is the price, as it's somewhat inaccessible.”
Laneway coffee, ocean-road cliffs and penguins commuting at dusk.