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From Melbourne: Puffing Billy Steam Train Experience

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About this activity

Begin your journey with a scenic drive from Melbourne to Belgrave, where you’ll board the iconic Puffing Billy, Australia's best-preserved heritage steam train.

Travel through the breathtaking Dandenong Ranges, crossing the famous Monbulk Creek Trestle Bridge. Dangle your legs from the unique open-sided carriages while taking in the beautiful views and crisp scents of fern gullies and mountain ash forests.

Arriving at Lakeside, explore Emerald Lake Park’s peaceful walking trails, enjoy the scenic lake, or relax at the café. Visit the Lakeside Visitor Centre to discover the fascinating history of Puffing Billy through interactive exhibits.

After exploring, return to Melbourne in the early afternoon, completing a perfect half-day adventure filled with history, nature, and unforgettable views

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 24 people
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: Hindi, German, Russian, Korean, Portuguese, Chinese, Malay, Cantonese, English, Italian, French, Spanish, Arabic, Vietnamese, Thai, Japanese
Written guide: Hindi, German, Russian, Korean, Portuguese, Chinese, Malay, Cantonese, English, Italian, French, Spanish, Arabic, Vietnamese, Thai, Japanese
Guide: English
Operated by: Go West Tours

Ages: Children (0–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Pickup from Selected Hotels
Included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board
Included: One-way Journey on Puffing Billy
Included: Professional, Friendly & Informative Guide
Included: 100% Satisfaction Guarantee
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: English Speaking Tour Guide

Not included

Not included: Meals & beverages
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Optional: Puffing Billy + Penguin option is 2 half-day tours joined together & taken on the same day
Not included: Optional: Puffing Billy (Belgrave to Menzies Creek Departure), Redwoods & Wine

Itinerary

Puffing Billy Railway

one hour Admission included

Step aboard the iconic Puffing Billy Railway for an unforgettable journey from Belgrave to Lakeside. Feel the fresh forest air from the famous open-sided carriages as the historic steam train winds through towering trees, fern-filled gullies and the beautiful Dandenong Ranges.
Dandenong Ranges National Park

Passing by

Travel through the lush landscapes of the Dandenong Ranges, surrounded by towering forests and rolling hills. Along the way, your expert guide will share local stories and insights that bring this beautiful region beyond Melbourne to life.
Stop 3

30 min

Arrive at Lakeside and enjoy time to explore the modern Visitor Centre, where the history and heritage of Puffing Billy meet the beautiful natural surrounds of Emerald Lake Park.
Stop 4

30 min

Enjoy some free time surrounded by the peaceful greenery of Emerald Lake Park. Take a stroll, soak up the fresh mountain air or simply relax beside the lake before beginning the journey back to Melbourne.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

The Great Southern Hotel Melbourne
The Windsor
Grand Hyatt Melbourne
The Victoria Hotel
Europa Melbourne
Flagstaff Gardens Hotel
Mercure Melbourne Southbank
Intercontinental Melbourne By IHG
Urban Apartments Melbourne on Elizabeth
Space Hotel
Melbourne Marriott Hotel
Stamford Plaza Melbourne

and 6 more pickup points

Pickup is only available from the list of hotels provided upon checkout.

Your pickup will be between 7am-8am depending on which hotel you selected. Your exact meeting time will be provided after a booking is placed.

This tour returns to a central Melbourne location at approximately 1:15pm.

Using your ticket

❗️ You must contact Go West Tours directly at least 24 hours prior to departure to confirm your booking and pick up details as these will not be provided on your voucher

Phone: +61 39485 5290

WhatsApp: +61 479 146 937

Email: [email protected]

❗️ Pick up is between 7:00 am-8:00 am depending on which hotel you select to be collected from

❗️ Our guides are unable to wait for extended periods of time for missing guests and we ask that you arrive at the designated departure point at least 10 minutes early

❗️ Large bags, strollers, prams, baby capsules, luggage & walkers cannot be brought on board

❗️ You can enjoy our multilingual tour commentary through the Go West Tours app, which can be downloaded before your tour. Please remember to bring your own headphones, as we are unable to provide these.

Download the app from the links below:

Apple Store: https://qrs.ly/43grh0n

Google Play: https://qrs.ly/3vgrh0r

❗️ All modifications (rebookings, cancellations, or refunds) must be made through the booking platform. The booking platform will inform the tour operator of any changes.

❗️ Go West’s operating hours (Melbourne time) are:

07:00 - 18:00 Monday to Friday

07:00 - 12:00 Saturday, Sunday and Melbourne Public holidays

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Large bags, strollers, prams, baby capsules, luggage & walkers cannot be brought on board
Total duration includes the travel time.
Combo: Puffing Billy + Penguin option: This package includes our Puffing Billy Half-day tour & our Phillip Island Penguin Parade Afternoon tour
Combo: Puffing Billy + Penguin option: Please note that when booking this package you will participate in both tours on the same day, Puffing Billy in the morning & Penguin Parade in the afternoon. You will have a lunch break in Melbourne between the tours.
Combo: Puffing Billy + Penguin option: If joining this option your return time to Melbourne will be between 9pm-midnight depending on the season

Options

Puffing Billy & Penguins combo

Add on the Penguin Parade: Continue your journey by joining our Phillip Island afternoon tour following your Puffing Billy experience in the morning.

This is a full day experience: You'll return to Melbourne after Puffing Billy & enjoy a lunch break before rejoining for the Phillip Island Afternoon tour

Pickup included
Puffing Billy, Redwoods & Wine

Puffing Billy, Redwoods & Wine: One way Puffing Billy ride, Redwood Forest, Warburton free time, and a glass of wine at Yarra Valley (Returns approx. 5pm).

Pickup included
Half-Day Puffing Billy Steam Train Experience

Half-day experience: This half-day option returns to Melbourne at approximately 1:15pm, giving you the whole afternoon to enjoy at your leisure!

Pickup included