From Melbourne: Puffing Billy Train Ride & Phillip Island Guided Tour
From Melbourne: Puffing Billy Train Ride & Phillip Island Guided Tour
Duration: Flexible (up to 11 hours)
Flexible (up to 11 hours)
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience
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Experience Melbourne with our full-day tour, featuring the Puffing Billy steam train and Phillip Island's Penguin Parade. Starting at The Hotel Windsor in Melbourne CBD, you'll enjoy a scenic ride through Victoria’s heritage railway to Dandenong Ranges followed by an air-conditioned coach journey. This guided adventure offers both historical charm and Australia's celebrated wildlife spectacle all within one day.
Experience Melbourne with our full-day tour, featuring the Puffing Billy steam train and Phillip Island's Penguin Parade. Starting at The Hotel Windsor in Melbourne CBD, you'll enjoy a scenic ride through Victoria’s heritage railway to Dandenong Ranges followed by an air-conditioned coach journey. This guided adventure offers both historical charm and Australia's celebrated wildlife spectacle all within one day.
Experience a full-day guided tour from Melbourne to Phillip Island and see Victoria's highlights, with included round-trip transfers.
Start an beautiful journey through the Dandenong Ranges aboard the classic Puffing Billy steam train ride running between Belgrave and Emerald.
Witness little penguins waddle ashore at sunset during the famous Penguin Parade experience at Phillip Island.
Travel in comfort with a professional English-speaking guide, air-conditioned coach, and enjoy convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off services.
Puffing Billy is renowned as one of the world’s best-preserved heritage steam railways, having been operational since 1900.
Admission for the Puffing Billy steam train ticket (Belgrave to Emerald)
Access to Phillip Island Penguin Parade
Return transfers from Melbourne CBD
Use of hotel pick-up and drop-off services at meeting point
Ticket includes English-speaking professional guide
One air-conditioned coach transport
Catering Costs
Tipping Fees
Individual Spending
Puffing Billy steam train with passengers on a wooden trestle bridge in lush forest.
Start Your Adventure
Your journey begins at The Hotel Windsor in the heart of Melbourne’s central business district. From here, an air-conditioned coach will pick you up to meet your English-speaking guide and commence a full-day guided tour.
The Puffing Billy & Phillip Island Penguin Parade Experience
Discover Victoria's heritage railway with The Puffing Billy steam train while enjoying the celebrated wildlife spectacle of Australia’s renowned penguin parade. Operating since 1900, this iconic steam train takes you through the lush Dandenong Ranges to Emerald and beyond.
Natural Wonders & Wildlife Encounters
- Board The Puffing Billy: Start a historic ride from Belgrave to Emerald. Enjoy stunning views of towering forests, fern gullies, and the region's stunning natural beauty.
- Explore at Your Leisure in Emerald: Take advantage of free time around tranquil lakeside areas or grab lunch as you wish.
- The Nobbies Lookout Adventure: Walk along the boardwalk to observe dramatic coastal landscapes, including the Blowhole and Seal Rock. This area is home to Australia’s largest fur seal colony.
Wildlife Spectacle at Phillip Island Penguin Parade
- Penguin Encounter: Witness an excellent wildlife experience as little penguins emerge from the surf in a unique spectacle exclusive to this region, happening every evening.
Your Comfortable Journey Back
After exploring these remarkable sites, return comfortably via air-conditioned coach transfers back to Melbourne CBD. This ensures your journey remains relaxed and enjoyable throughout the day.
Phillip Island Nobbies coastal view with boardwalk and ocean waves.
Conductor and passengers wave from a Puffing Billy carriage on a Melbourne tour.
Puffing Billy steam train with passengers on a wooden trestle bridge in lush forest.
Phillip Island Nobbies coastal view with boardwalk and ocean waves.
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.
Come prepared with flat, sealed shoes to ensure safety, along with clothing suitable for the weather (consider bringing an umbrella or jacket), a reusable water bottle, and a small daypack.
Prohibited Items
The tour does not allow smoking, alcohol, drugs, pets (service animals registered are permitted), large luggage, suitcases, or oversized bags.
Accessibility Details
This experience is unsuitable for individuals using wheelchairs or those with mobility impairments.
Additional Information to Note
- Your meeting point and pickup time will be confirmed via email 24 hours prior to departure.
- Lunch isn't included in the tour, but you can purchase food during your visit.
The ticket price does not cover personal expenses or gratuities.
Puffing Billy steam train travels through pine trees near Melbourne.
Visitors enjoying pedal boats on a lake near a pavilion during the Puffing Billy and Phillip Island tour.
Conductor waves as Puffing Billy steam train departs on a half-day tour from Melbourne.
Puffing Billy steam train travels through pine trees near Melbourne.
Visitors enjoying pedal boats on a lake near a pavilion during the Puffing Billy and Phillip Island tour.
Book your tour in advance to ensure availability and avoid disappointment during peak travel times.
Wear flat, sealed shoes for safety on board the Puffing Billy steam train and bring weather-appropriate clothing like an umbrella or jacket.
Carry a small daypack with essentials such as water in a reusable bottle to stay comfortable throughout your adventure.
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