Puffing Billy Tour: Scenic Train & Rainforest

Embark on a thrilling Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour from Melbourne. Explore lush trails, ride iconic trains, and create timeless memories in nature.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Grants Picnic Ground - Experience the beauty of native birdlife and peaceful rainforest paths at Grants Picnic Ground, a tranquil retreat in the Dandenong Ranges. This includes travel time from Melbourne to the Dandenong Ranges.
  • Puffing Billy Railway - Embark on Puffing Billy at Belgrave Station, a historic steam train that transports you…
What's Included
  • 1 hour train journey on Puffing Billy
  • Return transfers to/from Melbourne in modern vehicle
  • Friendly & informative guide
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Tea and coffee
Additional Information

Embark on an unforgettable escape from Melbourne with the Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour. Start your adventure at Grants Picnic Ground, where you can enjoy the company of native birds and peaceful rainforest paths. Next, hop on the famous Puffing Billy Railway at Belgrave Station, and experience the excitement of dangling your legs over open carriages…

Location
Mail Exchange Hotel
Bourke Street
Please wait at the bus stop outside the Mail Exchange Hotel - 688 Bourke Street.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Michelleann_p
Nov 22, 2025
Stuart was very warm and... - Stuart was very warm and friendly + an epic pano shot 😉 We certainly had a great time! Totally worth it! 👌
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Cblackburn12
Nov 19, 2025
Puffing Billy Adventure - Excellent trip with superb transportation and fantastic guide. Jose was an exceptional guide who was friendly, helpful and clearly an experienced guide
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Mohammed_p
Nov 17, 2025
Nice Journey - The Tour Guide was very friendly and kind Had a wonderful time Enjoyed alot Thanks for giving puffing train ticket on end moment
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Amelia_t
Nov 14, 2025
10⭐️ Tour! - This is an awesome morning tour up into the Dandenong Ranges to travel on the Puffing Billy steam train. Alan was amazing, friendly and so knowledgeable. It was great fun, lots of interesting history and I thoroughly recommend this tour 😁
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Lukasz_l
Nov 12, 2025
Highly recommend this... - Highly recommend this trip. Very relaxed, friendly atmosphere and beautiful nature. Well and easy organised.
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Jennifer_i
Nov 6, 2025
Such fun, even for the big kids!! - We very much enjoyed our Puffing Billy ride through the beautiful Dandenong ranges, sitting on the window ledge with our feet dangling out! Margaret was a fun, enthusiastic guide, who clearly has a passion for her job. A hint when boarding the train… head straight to your carriage to grab a good spot and try to sit on the side facing the platform (the views are better!).
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Robert_r
Nov 5, 2025
The walk through the... - The walk through the woods was mostly flat and well worth it. The open steam engine train ride was through a National Park. You can sit on the side of the train car.
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Ena_a
Nov 5, 2025
What A Fantastic & Memorable Way To End My Birthday week in Melbourne! - I wanted to thank Gina and the crew - what a fantastic day today. Gina is a very kind, happy and knowledgable guide - I thoroughly enjoyed today’s tour to the Rainforest and the Puffing Billy Train Ride through the Dandenong Ranges. The experience was fantastic and something that I will take with me forever. I also thoroughly enjoyed the Indigenous knowledge that she possesses - it’s something that I am interested in, and have learnt a lot from Gina today. It has been an amazing birthday week in Melbourne for me. Topped off with this amazing experience today. Whilst I move on the Sunshine Coast and then back to Perth - the memories that I have gained from this experience will stay with me forever. I want to wish Gina and the crew all the best for the future.
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Dianasl_p
Nov 4, 2025
Heritage Fun - Good introductory experience to Victorian rainforest, towns and heritage railway. Friendly and experienced tour guide, Gina, shared stories and provided good advice throughout the trip.
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Martin_i
Nov 2, 2025
A Fun and Easy Adventure for Everyone! - It was an awesome experience, super accessible for everyone. The walk was easy and fun. The ride on "Puffing Billy" was top-notch—so much fun and pretty interesting, especially for us train enthusiasts. Our guide (sorry, can’t remember his name) was a legend—super funny and friendly. We had an amazing morning and I’d definitely recommend it!
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From $109
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).