[PRIVATE TOUR] Puffing Billy and Dandenong Mountains

Melbourne, Australia

Duration

7 hours (approx.)

Free Cancellation

Up to 24 hours

Group Size

7 people

Overview

Escape the city and head into the mountains for a fun nature excursion. With a private guide, depart Melbourne and head to Mount Dandenong to take in the views of the city and Port Phillip. Then, visit a sanctuary to see where art and nature come together and walk around the small village of Olinda. End your day with a ride through the mountains on the historic Puffing Billy steam train.

Keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife like cockatoos
Learn about the local area from your tour guide
Enjoy round-trip transfers from your Melbourne hotel
A private tour means a personalized experience

Total price based on group size.

This activity is operated by Australian Private Tours

What To Expect

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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.
• 1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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.
• 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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.
• 40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
• 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Included/Excluded

Hotel pick up and drop off
complimentary bottled water
Puffing Billy train tickets
Entry into Sky High summit viewing at Mount Dandenong

Meals and beverages other than complimentary bottled water
Car Child seats are available on request for $20 per seat

Activity's Location

Melbourne, Australia

FAQs

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.

If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

Learn more about cancellations

Hotel pickup and drop-off from Melbourne CBD

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

9:30 AM

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability.

Not wheelchair accessible

Stroller accessible

Infant seats available

Most travelers can participate

This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

£39.18

Date

06/29/2025

Adults

0-99