Melbourne · TRAIN EXPERIENCES
Good train journeys fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 8 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Ride Puffing Billy’s preserved steam train through the Dandenong Ranges, with scenic stops, Lakeside facilities, and the famous dangling-leg tradition.
“excellent well organised train ride, an amazing experience not to be missed, such witty, lovely staff members,”
Ride Puffing Billy through the Dandenong Ranges, see koalas and kangaroos at Healesville, and enjoy a full day from Melbourne.
“Our tour guide / driver Gary was super friendly and helpful! We enjoyed the tour so much, both the train ride and the sanctuary are amazing! This was the first time we tried taking a steam train where we could swing our legs off the train, we saw so many great scenery during our train ride. The bird show at the sanctuary was also beautiful, we got to see so many colorful and lovely birds! The highlight of the day was seeing the koalas in person!”
Ride Puffing Billy, explore The Nobbies, and watch Phillip Island’s little penguins return to shore on a long but rewarding Melbourne day tour.
“Nathan was amazing! Super knowledgeable and was really friendly. Thank you for making this trip one of our main highlights of Melbourne.”
Ride Puffing Billy through Victoria’s Dandenong Ranges, cross a trestle bridge, and relax at Emerald Lake Park on a well-run half-day tour.
“This was a fantastic trip. The Puffing Billy is such an awesome experience in it's own right, but the day was made better by our guide, Lisa. She was warm, friendly and welcoming and ensured the day ran smoothly, as well as providing tonnes of interesting information about the local area. I cant recommend this experience enough!”
Ride open carriage Puffing Billy through the Dandenong Ranges, spot cockatoos at Grants Picnic Ground, and explore Lakeside on a six-hour tour.
“Amazing tour guide. Gina is incredible, informative and very friendly. We love our experience here. I traveled with my 80 year old mother and she had such an amazing time. Highly recommended!”
Ride Puffing Billy, explore the Dandenong Ranges, and meet Australian wildlife at Healesville Sanctuary on a full-day trip from Melbourne.
“This was such a unique experience with the train and preserve. Got to see kangaroos and many other wildlife.”
Ride Puffing Billy, visit The Nobbies, and watch Phillip Island’s little penguins return to shore on this full-day Melbourne tour.
“The day was packed but very well organised. Our guide was very knowledgeable and knew when to point to see things and he also gave us a great tip on where to sit to see the Penguin Parade best and he was so right.”
Ride Puffing Billy through the Dandenong Ranges, enjoy open-sided carriages and Emerald Lake Park, with hotel pickup from Melbourne.
“Tour guide was great, really knew his stuff. Very informative and a great day out! My 14 year old wasn’t very keen at first but after we got there she loved it!”
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