Half-Day Puffing Billy Steam Train Experience w optional Penguins

Name: Half-Day Puffing Billy Steam Train Experience w optional Penguins
Brand: Eland Travel
SKU: 7511
Price: 122 USD
Availability: InStock

Activity Duration (6 hours)

Extreme

Hosted in English

Half-Day Puffing Billy Steam Train Experience w optional Penguins

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About

Experience the thrill of a half-day steam train ride on Puffing Billy, with the option to see penguins.

What you'll do

Experience a piece of Melbourne's history firsthand on this sightseeing experience. Ride a heritage steam train through the Dandenong Ranges, with your legs dangling out of the unique open-sided carriages. Stop by the Puffing Billy Railway Lakeside Visitor Centre, where you can explore Emerald Lake Park and grab some food.

Meeting and pickup

Multiple pickup locations offered.

Additional pickup options

Pickup detailsPickup 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. This tour returns to a central Melbourne location at approximately 1:15pm.
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.

End: This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What is included?

WiFi on board
Professional, Friendly & Informative Guide
Pickup from Selected Hotels
One-way Journey on Puffing Billy
Air-conditioned vehicle
English Speaking Tour Guide
Combo: Puffing Billy + Penguin option is 2 half-day tours joined together & taken on the same day
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
Entry/Admission - Puffing Billy Railway

What is not included?

Meals & beverages
Gratuities

Additional Information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Most travelers can participate
Large bags, strollers, prams, baby capsules, luggage & walkers cannot be brought on board
Total duration includes the travel time.
Combo: Puffing Billy + Penguin option: This package includes our Puffing Billy Half-day tour & our Phillip Island Penguin Parade Afternoon tour
Combo: Puffing Billy + Penguin option: Please note that when booking this package you will participate in both tours on the same day, Puffing Billy in the morning & Penguin Parade in the afternoon. You will have a lunch break in Melbourne between the tours.
Combo: Puffing Billy + Penguin option: If joining this option your return time to Melbourne will be between 9pm-midnight depending on the season
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers

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Eland Travel

Host since 2025

Itinerary

Melbourne National Park Adventures Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do

Explore the full itinerary for Half-Day Puffing Billy Steam Train Experience w optional Penguins in Melbourne, Australia. This national park adventures experience includes 3 stops over 1 day. Duration: 6 hours. Activity level: Extreme.

No meal included on this day.

No accommodation included on this day.

Here is the starting point

Puffing Billy Railway

Stop: 60 minutes ·Admission included

Upon arriving in Belgrave, you'll step into a piece of living history as you board the iconic Puffing Billy steam train. Dating back to the early 1900s, this world-famous heritage railway offers a unique experience with its open-sided carriages, allowing you to feel the fresh air and immerse yourself in the beautiful surroundings.