From Melbourne: Puffing Billy & Healesville Sanctuary Scenic Tour with Transfers

4.3(12)8 hoursEnglish, Spanish, French, Italian +16Melbourne, Australia

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Your experience

Journey through the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges on a full-day tour featuring the Puffing Billy steam train and Healesville Sanctuary, with convenient round-trip transfers from central Melbourne.

Getting started

Begin your day with pickup from a central Melbourne meeting point. Meet your English-speaking guide and board a comfortable air-conditioned coach for the drive to Belgrave.

What to expect

Puffing Billy & Healesville Sanctuary Tour

Heritage rail travel and Australian wildlife encounters come together, offering a curated itinerary through the region’s scenic landscapes and cultural landmarks.

Features

• Puffing Billy steam train: Ride the century-old steam train from Belgrave to Emerald Lake, traveling through the lush forests and fern gullies of the Dandenong Ranges.

• Emerald lake: Enjoy free time to stroll around the lake, relax in the parklands, or purchase lunch.

• Healesville Sanctuary: See this renowned wildlife park, home to native species such as koalas, kangaroos, and the elusive platypus. Attend live shows and observe birds of prey in action.

• Yarra Valley Chocolaterie: Visit this local favorite for complimentary chocolate tastings and a glimpse into the region’s sweet side.

• Guided experience: Benefit from insights and commentary provided by your guide throughout the journey, with all transport arranged for a seamless day out.

Journey through the Dandenong Ranges on the historic Puffing Billy steam train from Belgrave to Emerald Lake.
Meet koalas, kangaroos, platypus, and more at Healesville Sanctuary, with live shows and up-close encounters.
Catch live wildlife shows and learn about native species from expert keepers in an immersive bushland setting.
Indulge in complimentary chocolate tastings at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie, a sweet finale to your adventure.
Travel comfortably with round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned coach and an English-speaking guide from central Melbourne.

Included

Pickup and drop-off (from Hotel Windsor, 111 Spring Street, Melbourne)
One-way Puffing Billy steam train ticket (Belgrave to Emerald Lake)
Entry to Healesville Sanctuary Wildlife Park
Visit to Yarra Valley Chocolaterie with complimentary tastings
English-speaking professional guide
Air-conditioned coach transport

Not included

Lunch (available for purchase)
Additional food and drinks
Souvenirs
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

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• Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

• Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID during the pick-up.

Meeting point

• You will be picked up from Hotel Windsor, 111 Spring Street, Melbourne at 8.15 AM.

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Getting There

By Bus

• The closest bus stop is Exhibition St/Lonsdale St. It is a quick 5-minute walk to the attraction.

• Board buses #302, #303 to get you there.

By Tram

• The closest tram stop is Bourke St/Spring St. It is a quick 1-minute walk to the attraction.

• Board tram 35 to get you there.

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Good to know

Bring comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing (umbrella or jacket recommended), a reusable water bottle, a small daypack.
Pets (except for registered service animals), large luggage, suitcases, and oversized bags are not allowed on the tour.
While Healesville Sanctuary offers wheelchair hire and is largely wheelchair accessible, the Puffing Billy Railway has limited accessibility due to the historic nature of the carriages.
This experience is not suitable for cruise ship passengers due to timing.
Meeting point and pickup time will be confirmed 24 hours before departure.
Lunch is not included but is available for purchase during the tour.