Puffing Billy, Forest Trails and Yarra Valley Discovery Tour

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About this activity

Depart Melbourne in the morning and travel into the lush Dandenong Ranges for a relaxed full-day experience blending heritage, nature, and local flavours.

Travel in comfort with a maximum of 24 guests and an expert local guide who shares stories and insights along the way.

Ride the iconic Puffing Billy Railway from Belgrave to Menzies Creek, passing through towering forests and fern-filled gullies. When open, visit the Menzies Creek Museum to learn more about this much-loved heritage railway.

Continue to Warburton in the picturesque Yarra Valley, where you’ll have free time to purchase lunch from a local café or bakery and relax by the river.

Then explore the Redwood Forest Warburton, wandering beneath towering Californian redwoods and along the peaceful trail toward Cement Creek.

Finish the day with a complimentary glass of wine at a Yarra Valley winery while enjoying scenic vineyard views, before returning to Melbourne in the late afternoon.

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At a glance

Duration: 10 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: Transport in a comfortable, upgraded 24-seater vehicle
Included: One-way Train Ticket from Belgrave to Menzies
Included: Complimentary onboard Wi-Fi
Included: Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine
Included: Expert guide providing informative and engaging commentary
Included: Hotel pickup & vehicle transfers (selected hotels)

Not included

Not included: Meals
Not included: Travel insurance

Itinerary

Puffing Billy Railway

30 min Admission included

Step back in time aboard the historic Puffing Billy steam train, travelling from Belgrave to Menzies Creek through lush rainforest and fern-filled gullies. When open, you’ll also have the chance to explore the Menzies Creek Museum, home to historic locomotives, rail memorabilia, and interactive displays that bring Puffing Billy’s rich heritage to life.
Warburton

50 min

Take a break in the charming town of Warburton, where you can buy your own lunch from a range of local cafés and bakeries and enjoy some time by the riverside.
Redwood Forest

45 min

Wander among towering Californian Redwoods, a breathtaking and tranquil forest perfect for photos, with a peaceful nature walk leading down to the serenity of Cement Creek.
Yarra Valley

one hour

Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine at a Yarra Valley winery while taking in the beautiful vineyard views.

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.

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

❗️ 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.
Tour is only available from Friday to Sunday.