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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

Adult (16+): $199
Child (0-15): $179

Departs Daily

Pick up 7am – 8am

5-6 hours

Max 24 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

This tour does not involve any long walks and therefore only a moderate level of mobility is required. The locations where we stop for bathroom breaks also have accessible toilets.
On all of our tours, meal breaks are made at appropriate times and we always try to make sure that there are opportunities to select for a range of meal providers. You should always be able to access vegetarian and gluten free options as well.
We do not include meals on this tour, but there are opportunities for guests purchase a meal at the Lakeside Visitor Centre if they wish. Guests are also welcome to bring food with them if they prefer.
This tour returns to Melbourne at approximately 1.15pm. This tour drops guests off to the Melbourne Immigration Museum located at 400 Flinders Street (corner of Market Street).

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Puffing Billy

Half Day Tour

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