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Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour from Melbourne
Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour from Melbourne
Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour from Melbourne
Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour from Melbourne
Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour from Melbourne

Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour from Melbourne

By Explore Australia Tours
10 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $152 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
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  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Escape Melbourne on an unforgettable adventure with the Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour. Begin at Grants Picnic Ground, where native birdlife and serene rainforest trails await. Then, board the iconic Puffing Billy Railway at Belgrave Station, and feel the thrill as you dangle your legs over open carriages during a magical one-hour journey through lush forests. At Lakeside Station, explore the Lakeside Visitor Centre, discover steam train history, and enjoy lunch (own expense) surrounded by picturesque views. Perfect for nature and history lovers, this tour promises timeless memories for all ages.

*At times train may operate in reverse

Activity location

  • Grants Picnic Ground
    • Monbulk Rd, Dandenong Ranges National Park
    • Dandenong, Victoria, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Mail Exchange Hotel
    • 688 Bourke Street
    • 3000, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour from Melbourne
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00 a.m.
Price details
CA $151.82 x 1 AdultCA $151.82
Total
Price is CA $151.82
Until Tue, Apr 1

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included1 hour train journey on Puffing Billy
  • What's includedWhat's includedReturn transfers to/from Melbourne in modern vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's includedFriendly & informative guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch is available to purchase from a local cafe
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedDrinks are available to purchase from a local cafe

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Grants Picnic Ground
  • 1h 30m
Discover native birdlife and tranquil rainforest trails at Grants Picnic Ground, a serene escape in the Dandenong Ranges. This includes travel time from Melbourne to the Dandenong Ranges
Puffing Billy Railway
  • 15m
Board Puffing Billy at Belgrave Station, a historic steam train that whisks you into the heart of the rainforest.
Puffing Billy Railway
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Enjoy a magical journey through lush forests on Puffing Billy, dangling your legs over open carriages for an unforgettable ride.
Puffing Billy Railway Lakeside Visitor Centre
  • 1h
Explore the Lakeside Visitor Centre, learn Puffing Billy's history, and grab lunch (at own expense) while surrounded by the serene lakeside scenery.
Melbourne
  • 1h
Depart Lakeside and head back to Melbourne in the early afternoon

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESGrants Picnic Ground
    • Monbulk Rd, Dandenong Ranges National Park
    • Dandenong, Victoria, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEMail Exchange Hotel
    • 688 Bourke Street
    • 3000, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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Reviews

10 out of 10

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10.0 out of 10

Wangwei_T

Reviewed on Viator
Mar 23, 2025
It was a very pleasant journey with guide Gary. He is super patient and very knowledgeable, very attentive within the group, shout out for Gary!
10.0 out of 10

Adam_C

Reviewed on Viator
Mar 19, 2025
Gina was great! Very friendly, approachable and informative. I’d recommend this over doing it yourself as the transport to/from the CBD was really useful and you’ll also stop off for a walk around the forest which was cool!
10.0 out of 10

Jenny_H

Reviewed on Viator
Mar 18, 2025
From pick up to drop off it was awesome. Thanks Kat our driver. After nearly 40 years I got to ride puffing Billy again.

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