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

Journey through the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges on a full-day tour featuring the Puffing Billy steam train and Healesville Sanctuary, with convenient round-trip transfers from central Melbourne.

Getting started

Begin your day with pickup from a central Melbourne meeting point. Meet your English-speaking guide and board a comfortable air-conditioned coach for the drive to Belgrave.

What to expect

Puffing Billy & Healesville Sanctuary Tour

Heritage rail travel and Australian wildlife encounters come together, offering a curated itinerary through the region’s scenic landscapes and cultural landmarks.

Features

• Puffing Billy steam train: Ride the century-old steam train from Belgrave to Emerald Lake, traveling through the lush forests and fern gullies of the Dandenong Ranges.

• Emerald lake: Enjoy free time to stroll around the lake, relax in the parklands, or purchase lunch.

• Healesville Sanctuary: See this renowned wildlife park, home to native species such as koalas, kangaroos, and the elusive platypus. Attend live shows and observe birds of prey in action.

• Yarra Valley Chocolaterie: Visit this local favorite for complimentary chocolate tastings and a glimpse into the region’s sweet side.

• Guided experience: Benefit from insights and commentary provided by your guide throughout the journey, with all transport arranged for a seamless day out.

Know before you go

What to bring

• Bring comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing (umbrella or jacket recommended), a reusable water bottle, a small daypack.

What’s not allowed

• Pets (except for registered service animals), large luggage, suitcases, and oversized bags are not allowed on the tour.

Accessibility

• While Healesville Sanctuary offers wheelchair hire and is largely wheelchair accessible, the Puffing Billy Railway has limited accessibility due to the historic nature of the carriages.

Additional information

• This experience is not suitable for cruise ship passengers due to timing.

• Meeting point and pickup time will be confirmed 24 hours before departure.

• Lunch is not included but is available for purchase during the tour.

• The tour may be cancelled if minimum numbers are not met; you will be notified in advance if this occurs.

• Pickup and drop-off are provided from Hotel Windsor, 111 Spring Street, Melbourne.