Private Dandenong Ranges Tour including Puffing Billy
At a glance
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Price from
- $355 / person
- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
- Languages
- DE, VI, CMN, YUE
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 3 days before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Melbourne Private Tours
Description
Just an hour’s drive from Melbourne is the verdant landscape of the magnificent Dandenong Ranges, part of the Great Dividing mountain range which runs the entire length of the east coast of Australia. The Dandenongs are home to ‘Puffing Billy’. Operating since 1900, this fully restored steam engine is Australia’s oldest surviving and most famous steam train. With lush fern gullies brushing past, and Mountain Ash towering overhead, Puffing Billy makes for a wonderful opportunity to relax and breathe in the fresh mountain air whilst the train makes its way through the temperate rainforest. Re-live the romance and charm of the bygone days of steam as you travel back in time on this historic, narrow-gauge railway on its original mountain track.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 16+)
- $355
- Infant (ages 0–4)
- Free
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $709.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Puffing Billy Playground
The journey aboard Puffing Billy takes you through the magnificent Dandenong Ranges, located only one hour east of Melbourne. With lush fern gullies brushing past and Mountain Ash trees towering overhead, Puffing Billy makes for a wonderful opportunity to relax and breathe in the fresh air whilst the train makes its way through the temperate rainforest. This century-old steam train continues to run on its original mountain track from Belgrave to Gembrook in the magnificent Dandenong Ranges 40kms east of Melbourne.
SkyHigh Mount Dandenong
Situated less than an hour from the Melbourne CBD, on the uppermost reach of the Dandenong Ranges, amid cool ferny glades and lush towering native forests, SkyHigh is one of Victoria’s premier tourist attractions with majestic views to be experienced day or night over the Melbourne skyline.
What's included
Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour
Professional guide
Bottled water
Puffing Billy steam train
Not included
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
1 reviews
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
3+ days before100% refund
0–3 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Private Dandenong Ranges Tour including Puffing Billy take?
Private Dandenong Ranges Tour including Puffing Billy lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Private Dandenong Ranges Tour including Puffing Billy cost?
Prices start at $355 per person for this Melbourne experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $709. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Dandenong Ranges Tour including Puffing Billy run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM.
Can I cancel Private Dandenong Ranges Tour including Puffing Billy for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 3 days before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include Parkville Place Apartments, QT Melbourne.
What languages is Private Dandenong Ranges Tour including Puffing Billy offered in?
The experience is available in DE, VI, CMN, YUE, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 10 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Private Dandenong Ranges Tour including Puffing Billy worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Melbourne Private Tours.
Reviews(1)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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