Puffing Billy, Forest Trails and Yarra Valley Discovery Tour

5.0 (53 reviews) Melbourne, Australia
Duration10h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesHindi, German, Russian, Korean, Portuguese, Chinese, Malay, Cantonese, English, Italian, French, Spanish, Arabic, Vietnamese, Thai, Japanese
Group sizeUp to 24 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Depart Melbourne in the morning and travel into the lush Dandenong Ranges for a relaxed full-day experience blending heritage, nature, and local flavours.

Travel in comfort with a maximum of 24 guests and an expert local guide who shares stories and insights along the way.

Ride the iconic Puffing Billy Railway from Belgrave to Menzies Creek, passing through towering forests and fern-filled gullies. When open, visit the Menzies Creek Museum to learn more about this much-loved heritage railway.

Continue to Warburton in the picturesque Yarra Valley, where you’ll have free time to purchase lunch from a local café or bakery and relax by the river.

Then explore the Redwood Forest Warburton, wandering beneath towering Californian redwoods and along the peaceful trail toward Cement Creek.

Finish the day with a complimentary glass of wine at a Yarra Valley winery while enjoying scenic vineyard views, before returning to Melbourne in the late afternoon.

What's included

  • Transport in a comfortable, upgraded 24-seater vehicle
  • One-way Train Ticket from Belgrave to Menzies
  • Complimentary onboard Wi-Fi
  • Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine
  • Expert guide providing informative and engaging commentary
  • Hotel pickup & vehicle transfers (selected hotels)
  • Meals
  • Travel insurance

What to expect

  1. Puffing Billy Railway
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Step back in time aboard the historic Puffing Billy steam train, travelling from Belgrave to Menzies Creek through lush rainforest and fern-filled gullies. When open, you’ll also have the chance to explore the Menzies Creek Museum, home to historic locomotives, rail memorabilia, and interactive displays that bring Puffing Billy’s rich heritage to life.
  2. Warburton
    50m
    Take a break in the charming town of Warburton, where you can buy your own lunch from a range of local cafés and bakeries and enjoy some time by the riverside.
  3. Redwood Forest
    45m
    Wander among towering Californian Redwoods, a breathtaking and tranquil forest perfect for photos, with a peaceful nature walk leading down to the serenity of Cement Creek.
  4. Yarra Valley
    1h
    Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine at a Yarra Valley winery while taking in the beautiful vineyard views.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pickup 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.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Large bags, strollers, prams, baby capsules, luggage & walkers cannot be brought on board
  • Total duration includes the travel time.
  • Tour is only available from Friday to Sunday.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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