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Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour from Melbourne
Activity Duration (6 hours)
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Experience the thrill of Puffing Billy, a historic steam train, and explore the stunning rainforest on this guided tour from Melbourne.
What you'll do
Escape Melbourne on an unforgettable adventure with the Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour. Begin at Grants Picnic Ground, where native birdlife and serene rainforest trails await. Then, board the iconic Puffing Billy Railway at Belgrave Station, and feel the thrill as you dangle your legs over open carriages during a magical one-hour journey through lush forests. At Lakeside Station, explore the Lakeside Visitor Centre, discover steam train history, and enjoy lunch (own expense) surrounded by picturesque views. Perfect for nature and history lovers, this tour promises timeless memories for all ages. At times, the train may operate in reverse.
What is included?
- 1 hour train journey on Puffing Billy
- Return transfers to/from Melbourne in modern vehicle
- Friendly & informative guide
- Entry/Admission - Puffing Billy Railway
What is not included?
- Lunch is available to purchase from a local cafe
- Beverages are available to purchase from a local cafe
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Most travelers can participate
- 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 27 travelers
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Bateaux Tasting Tours
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Itinerary
Melbourne Desert / Jungle Safaris Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour from Melbourne in Melbourne, Australia. This desert / jungle safaris experience includes 5 stops over 1 day. Duration: 6 hours. Activity level: Light.
No meal included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Here is the starting point
Grants Picnic Ground
1
Grants Picnic Ground
Stop: 90 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Discover native birdlife and tranquil rainforest trails at Grants Picnic Ground, a serene escape in the Dandenong Ranges. This includes travel time from Melbourne to the Dandenong Ranges
2
Puffing Billy Railway
Stop: 15 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
3
Puffing Billy Railway
Stop: 60 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Enjoy a magical journey through lush forests on Puffing Billy, dangling your legs over open carriages for an unforgettable ride.
4
Puffing Billy Railway Lakeside Visitor Centre
Stop: 60 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
5
Melbourne
Stop: 60 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Depart Lakeside and head back to Melbourne in the early afternoon
This concludes the tour.
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