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6 hours

English

Feel the thrill of dangling your legs over the side of the open carriages
Explore Grants Picnic Ground and see native birdlife in the wild
Enjoy a 1-hour ride on the historic Puffing Billy Railway through the rainforest
Discover the fascinating history of the railway at the Lakeside Visitor Centre

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Join-In Tour

Inclusions

Admission to: Puffing Billy - 1 hour train ride
English-speaking guide
Professional guide
Live commentary on board
Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location

Exclusions

Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities

Additional Info

Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
Children aged 16+ will be charged the same rate as adults
Sunscreen / Water bottle
Please dress accordingly depending on the day's weather conditions
This activity is not stroller-friendly

From$103.01Per Person

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What's included in Puffing Billy Rainforest Tour

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

[Departure] 08:25 - 09:00, pick up. Please select your pick-up location at the checkout page and check your voucher's confirmation details for your pick-up time.Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time
[Departure] 09:00, meet up at Mail Exchange Hotel. Please be waiting at the bus stop outside the Mail Exchange Hotel 10 minutes prior to the departure time.Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time
[Transportation] 09:00 By bus
[Attraction/experience] 30 min(s), Self-guided, Grants Picnic Ground, Dandenong Ranges National Park, Discover native birdlife and tranquil rainforest trails at Grants Picnic Ground, a serene escape in the Dandenong Ranges.
[Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s), Self-guided, Puffing Billy Railway, Enjoy a magical journey through lush forests on Puffing Billy, dangling your legs over open carriages for an unforgettable ride.
[Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s), Self-guided, Puffing Billy Railway Lakeside Visitor Centre, Explore the Lakeside Visitor Centre, learn Puffing Billy's history, and grab lunch (own expense) while surrounded by the serene lakeside scenery.
[Transportation] By bus
[Return] 14:30 - 15:00, at Mail Exchange Hotel,

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Experience the Magic of Puffing Billy and the Dandenong Ranges.

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.

Please note that at times the train may operate in reverse.

Puffing Billy is a must-see! Enjoy the iconic experience and return back to the city early afternoon.