Puffing Billy
Half Day Tour
Enjoy the nostalgia of heritage train travel with Puffing Billy
Available from December 2024
Step aboard the historic Puffing Billy, one of Australia’s most beloved steam trains, and embark on a scenic journey through the breathtaking Dandenong Ranges. This iconic tour offers a perfect blend of history, nature, and nostalgia, making it a must-do experience for visitors and locals alike.
Journey on an authentic, turn of the century steam train
Discover the rich history of Puffing Billy & its cultural significance
Puffing Billy fare from Belgrave to Lakeside included
Child (0-15): $179
Highlights
- Conveniently depart from Melbourne’s city centre for a stress-free day of exploration
- Join the 10am Puffing Billy Departure for an unforgettable journey
- Marvel at the stunning landscapes of the Dandenong Ranges
- Upon arrival at Lakeside, enjoy a leisurely stroll & explore the Visitor Centre. Soak in the beauty of this tranquil spot before returning to the city.
Step back in time and experience one of Australia’s most iconic heritage railways on a half-day Puffing Billy tour.
Enjoy a journey on Puffing Billy through the scenic Dandenong Ranges from Belgrave to Lakeside, where you’ll have time to explore, take photos, and perhaps enjoy a bite at the picturesque Lakeside Visitor Centre.
Interactive displays and exhibits offer insights into the train’s origins, its early days as a goods transport line, and the dedicated efforts to preserve this beloved icon of Victorian heritage.
Return to Melbourne by early afternoon and enjoy an afternoon of leisure or add on our City Discovery Tour or Phillip Island Express Tour for even more adventure!
FAQs for the Puffing Billy Tour
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Daily from 1st December
Pick up
7am-8am
guests
Highlights
- Conveniently depart from Melbourne’s city centre for a stress-free day of exploration
- Join the 10am Puffing Billy Departure for an unforgettable journey
- Marvel at the stunning landscapes of the Dandenong Ranges
- Upon arrival at Lakeside, enjoy a leisurely stroll & explore the Visitor Centre. Soak in the beauty of this tranquil spot before returning to the city.
Step back in time and experience one of Australia’s most iconic heritage railways on a half-day Puffing Billy tour.
Enjoy a journey on Puffing Billy through the scenic Dandenong Ranges from Belgrave to Lakeside, where you’ll have time to explore, take photos, and perhaps enjoy a bite at the picturesque Lakeside Visitor Centre.
Interactive displays and exhibits offer insights into the train’s origins, its early days as a goods transport line, and the dedicated efforts to preserve this beloved icon of Victorian heritage.
Return to Melbourne by early afternoon and enjoy an afternoon of leisure or add on our City Discovery Tour or Phillip Island Express Tour for even more adventure!
FAQs for the Puffing Billy Tour
Have more questions?
Puffing Billy
Half Day Tour
- High-Quality Vehicles
- Small-Group Tours
- Passionate, Expert Guides
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