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Puffing Billy Railway, Healesville, Victoria · Outdoor activities

Puffing Billy Steam Train & Penguin Parade Full-Day Sightseeing

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Discover two of Victoria’s most iconic attractions in one unforgettable day. Start your adventure aboard the legendary Puffing Billy steam train, enjoying a 1-hour ride through towering mountain ash forests, fern gullies and cool-climate rainforest.

Continue to Phillip Island and explore the dramatic coastline at The Nobbies, home to blowholes, boardwalk lookouts and local wildlife. As the sun sets, take your seat at the Penguin Parade and watch hundreds of Little Penguins waddle ashore after a day of fishing — a truly magical natural spectacle.

Led by an expert local guide and including guaranteed Puffing Billy tickets, this tour offers a seamless, stress-free way for families, couples and international visitors to enjoy two must-see Melbourne attractions

What’s included

  • Admission to: 1 hour Puffing BIlly train ride

  • Admission to: Penguin Parade

  • English-speaking professional driver/guide

  • Transport

Not included

  • Audio guide

  • Meals and beverages

  • Other personal expenses

  • Tips and gratuities

Overview
Duration: Up to a day
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Things to know

Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.

100% refund to your original payment method or credits
  • Up to 48 hours before booking date
Non-refundable
  • From 48 hours before the booking date

Pick-up Locations - Please be ready and waiting 10 minutes prior to your pickup time Her Majesty’s Theater

  • Address: 219 Exhibition St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
  • How to get there: 5-minute driving distance by car from the State Library Victoria
  • Please refer to the map for further assistance Mail Exchange Hotel Bus Stop
  • Address: 688 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
  • How to get there: 7-minute driving distance by car from Marvel Stadium
  • Please refer to the map for further assistance Mercure Melbourne Southbank
  • Address: 9 Riverside Quay, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia
  • How to get there: 6-minute driving distance by car from Crown Melbourne
  • Please refer to the map for further assistance Regent Theatre
  • Address: 191 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
  • How to get there: 3-minute driving distance by car from St Paul’s Cathedral
  • Please refer to the map for further assistance

1day(s) Duration

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Eligibility

  • Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
  • Children aged 0-15 must be accompanied by a paying adult
  • Children aged 16+ will be charged the same rate as adults
  • Infants aged 0–3 will require a booster seat for this activity

Usage validity

  • The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
  • Step back in time and experience the nostalgia of a bygone era on the iconic Puffing Billy steam train
  • Embrace tradition as you dangle your legs out of the train during a 1-hour journey through lush rainforests on the Puffing Billy, creating memories that will last a lifetime
  • Discover the Lakeside Visitor Centre at Emerald Lake Park, a tranquil haven nestled in towering rainforests and fern gullies - a true gem in a serene natural setting
  • Stroll along the boardwalks and be captivated by the breathtaking views at The Nobbies, a coastal wonderland where land and sea meet in harmony
  • Experience the unspoiled beauty of Summerland Peninsula at the western end of Phillip Island, where nature’s wonders await around every corner
  • End your day by watching the spectacular penguin parade at sunset, as these adorable creatures waddle ashore, creating a magical and unforgettable spectacle
  • [Departure] pick up. Pick-up time varies by season Please always confirm your pick-up time with the merchant, as the pick-up time is updated seasonally.Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time This is a shared transfer and pick up could be early or late The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance
  • [Attraction/experience] 30 min(s), Self-guided, Puffing Billy Railway, Check in to Puffing Billy Railway, where you will be given your ticket and assigned your carriage number. Grab a coffee or tea whilst you are waiting to depart (Own expense)
  • [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s), Guided tour, Puffing Billy Railway, Enjoy a 1-hour journey through lush rainforests, embracing the time-honoured tradition of dangling your legs out of the train
  • [Attraction/experience] 45 min(s), Self-guided, Puffing Billy Railway Lakeside Visitor Centre, Wander through the new Lakeside Visitor Center, a cultural hub with top-notch facilities
  • [Dining] 1 hour(s), Dinner, Cowes, Stroll through the township of Cowes and grab a bite to eat at one of the many cafés or restaurants (Own expense)
  • [Attraction/experience] 30 min(s), Self-guided, The Nobbies, Enjoy Bass Strait's coastal panoramas from The Nobbies' clifftop boardwalks and be amazed by the blowhole
  • [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s) 30 min(s), Guided tour, Penguin Parade, Witness the remarkable spectacle of little penguins returning to their burrows on Phillip Island, the world's largest colony, from the general viewing area
  • [Transportation] By bus
  • [Return] 21:00 - 23:59, Shuttle included
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Additional information

Prohibitions & Limitations

  • Fitness Level Requirement: Beginner What to bring
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Raincoat or poncho
  • Camera - Please note photography at the Penguin Parade is not allowed
  • A small bag for personal belongings
  • Refillable water bottle Accessibility
  • This activity is not stroller and wheelchair-accessible

Meet at location

Meet-up information

  • Please always confirm your pick-up time with the merchant, as the pick-up time is updated seasonally

Reviews

9.2
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