We booked 2 tours with Australian Private Tours, Dandenong mountains and the great ocean road. Cameron was quite attentive and called me to explain in detail our travel itinerary even when he is overseas. He was very efficient and would reply to my email very promptly. Our tour guide, Francois was fantastic! He is really amazing and also easy going. His positivity is contagious, which made us all happy during the tour. He is considerate and attentive to each of our needs. It was very relaxing on tour with him as he didn’t rush us during the day. Australian Private Tours is truly worth it. With such fantastic service and the price is really affordable too. It is one of our best trips and I will definitely choose this company again in the future.
[PRIVATE TOUR] Puffing Billy and Dandenong Mountains
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At a glance
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Price from
- $461 / person
- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
- Languages
- EN, FR
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Australian Private Tours
Description
A unique mountain experience taking in the spectacular sights of the beautiful Mount Dandenong. Ride the famous Puffing Billy steam train as it whistles it way through lush forest and fern gullies whilst admiring the natural environment. Feed native birds such as cockatoo,Galas, king parrots and rosellas in the wild. William Ricketts sanctuary a magical place of indigenous sculpture placed around ferns and old growth forest. Truly a journey for the senses! Drivng through quaint mountain villages and stopping for lunch and some shopping time at Olinda. We may even encounter some Australian wildlife to admire .
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:30 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 15
- Adult
- $461
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $781.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Puffing Billy Playground
Have fun taking a ride on Puffing Billy, a beautifully preserved heritage steam train that winds it way through pristine forest, fern gullies and through the mountain ranges whilst marvelling at some spectacular scenery and sounds of the old train whistle blowing.
William Ricketts Sanctuary
William Rickets sanctuary. A mythical sculpture garden depicting Aboriginal indigenous culture set amongst 80 metre high mountain ash trees, forest and fern gullies. Art and nature come together in this amazing magical setting.
Olinda
Olinda is a quaint mountain village. Take time to wander around to see the lovely boutiques, craft and antique shops. There is an array of fine food to enjoy for lunch or indulge in an award winning pie from "pie in the sky.
Mount Dandenong
Arrive at the summit of Mount Dandenong for some spectacular views overlooking Melbourne City, Port Philip bay and surrounding mountain ranges whilst being surrounded by towering mountain ash trees, fern gullies and gardens or relax in the Sky high cafe whilst taking in the sights.
What's included
Included
Hotel pick up and drop off
Puffing Billy train tickets
Entry into Sky High summit viewing at Mount Dandenong
complimentary bottled water
Not included
Meals and beverages other than complimentary bottled water
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
1 reviews
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
0+ days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does [PRIVATE TOUR] Puffing Billy and Dandenong Mountains take?
[PRIVATE TOUR] Puffing Billy and Dandenong Mountains lasts about 7 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does [PRIVATE TOUR] Puffing Billy and Dandenong Mountains cost?
Prices start at $461 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 $781. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does [PRIVATE TOUR] Puffing Billy and Dandenong Mountains run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:30 AM.
Can I cancel [PRIVATE TOUR] Puffing Billy and Dandenong Mountains for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include Parkville Place Apartments, City East Motel.
What languages is [PRIVATE TOUR] Puffing Billy and Dandenong Mountains offered in?
The experience is available in EN, FR.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 7 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is [PRIVATE TOUR] Puffing Billy and Dandenong Mountains worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Australian Private Tours.
Reviews(1)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Amazing service and experience!
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