Puffing Billy Adventure: Scenic Dandenong Journey

Embark on a scenic steam train journey through Dandenong Ranges, explore Emerald Lake Park, and uncover Puffing Billy’s history. Perfect half-day adventure awaits.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Puffing Billy Railway - Upon reaching Belgrave, visitors will step into a piece of living history by boarding the iconic Puffing Billy steam train. Originating from the early 1900s, this renowned heritage railway provides a unique experience with its open-sided carriages, allowing passengers to enjoy the fresh air and immerse themselves in the…
What's Included
  • Pickup from Selected Hotels
  • On-board WiFi
  • One-way Journey on Puffing Billy
  • Professional, Friendly & Informative Guide
  • 100% Satisfaction Guarantee
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • English Speaking Tour Guide
  • Combo: Puffing Billy + Penguin option is 2 half-day tours joined together & taken on the same day
What's Not Included
  • Meals & beverages
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Start your adventure with a picturesque drive from Melbourne to Belgrave, where you can hop on the renowned Puffing Billy, Australia’s most well-preserved heritage steam train.
Journey through the stunning Dandenong Ranges, passing over the iconic Monbulk Creek Trestle Bridge. Enjoy the experience of dangling your legs from the distinctive open-sided…

Location
Puffing Billy Railway
1 Old Monbulk Road,
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Preeti
May 2, 2025
Puffing Billy - Fabulous trip, must do! The train ride was very scenic and enjoyable. Thank you to Rachel- our tour guide for a great time on the trip.
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Jessicawg7095qp
Apr 26, 2025
Great day, great tour guide - Sherif our tour guide was absolutely lovely, super chatty and interacted with everyone, really nice person and gave me his jacket when I forgot mine so I wasn’t cold. Had a great day :)
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Quest15889441192
Apr 22, 2025
Great Puffing Billy experience - Our family loved this tour. Our guide, Simon, was great. He is kind and accommodating. We were picked up on time and we were able to maximize the time given in the tour. We did not feel rushed. We loved the picnic grounds that we went to prior to Puffing Billy. The view was amazing!
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Guide53350531494
Apr 22, 2025
Recommend ☺️ - So much fun. The view and got learn some history. Definitely will go back here again. And our tour guide zoe is awesome ☺️ .
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Kushal_k
Apr 21, 2025
First time in Melbourne... - First time in Melbourne had a great experience. Simon, hes a great person had a really fun experience with him on board. He made our puffy train journey great and memorable. Much love
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M7380ajsimonec
Apr 11, 2025
It was a great day out. Jools is fab - Jools and Gumnut are the world’s best people.You can never get a better friend then Gumnut and Jools. We had a fantastic time and will remember the wonderful trip forever. 🐨
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G3459gbnadinen
Apr 11, 2025
Exceptional tour guides - Jools and Gumnut - Tour guides Jools and Gumnut were amazing, accommodating and kind. We also get to have a personalised present at the end of the trip which made it even more memorable! Thanks heaps Jools and Gumnut. Till next time! 🫶🏼
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Amy_m
Apr 9, 2025
Robbo our guide was... - Robbo our guide was great, our tickets for train were later in afternoon and we got an extra walk in and lunch before. The train ride is magical and you can have your legs over the outside. Must do when in Melbourne.
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462darrells
Apr 9, 2025
Robbo !!! - Robbo made this excursion the best ever! His knowledge and witty manner made the day! Thanks guys for a wonderful day!!!
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Russell
Apr 17, 2025
Not a Tour - Just a Pointless Morning Drive - I understand that there were changes made to the tour due to a very large conference in the city. For me the tour was not a tour - it felt more of a pointless morning drive just to kill time until the departure time of Puffing Billy. The tour bus wasn’t very comfortable. I think it was meant for school kids. I’m a big person with long legs and long body. There was only one seat right at the back that I could actually fit my legs in. The safety belt was too tight cutting my neck and couldn’t be adjusted. The seat was very small and cramped as well. The head rest was useless. I even tried the drivers passenger seat. Even though it had more room it was very uncomfortable to sit on for long periods. I would’ve preferred a shorter tour driving straight to the train station. I had been looking forward to taking the train trip but unfortunately I found it to be boring. It would have been better if there was some exciting scenery like that spectacular train journey in QLD. It was absolutely boring. Even sitting on the window ledge wasn’t as exciting as it looked. In hindsight I regret taking this tour.
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From $115
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).