Experience the Magic of Puffing Billy & the Dandenong Ranges
Escape Melbourne on an unforgettable adventure with the Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour. Begin at Grants Picnic Ground, where native birdlife and serene rainforest trails await. Then, board the iconic Puffing Billy Railway at Belgrave Station, and feel the thrill as you dangle your legs over open carriages during a magical one-hour journey through lush forests. At Lakeside Station, explore the Lakeside Visitor Centre, discover steam train history, and enjoy lunch (own expense) surrounded by picturesque views. Perfect for nature and history lovers, this tour promises timeless memories for all ages.
Grants Picnic Ground - Pause for a delightful break at Grants Picnic Reserve in Sherbrooke Forest. Wander amid majestic Mountain Ash, & lush fern gullies. Encounter vivid rosellas, galahs, cockatoos, and perhaps a lyrebird.
Puffing Billy Railway - Enjoy a 1-hour journey through lush rainforests, embracing the time-honoured tradition of dangling your legs out of the train.
Puffing Billy Lakeside Visitors Centre - Wander through the new Lakeside Visitor Centre, a cultural hub with top-notch facilities, and grab a bite to eat (own expense) at the modern cafe.
* At times the train may operate in the reverse direction


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Experience the Magic of Puffing Billy & the Dandenong Ranges
Escape Melbourne on an unforgettable adventure with the Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour. Begin at Grants Picnic Ground, where native birdlife and serene rainforest trails await. Then, board the iconic Puffing Billy Railway at Belgrave Station, and feel the thrill as you dangle your legs over open carriages during a magical one-hour journey through lush forests. At Lakeside Station, explore the Lakeside Visitor Centre, discover steam train history, and enjoy lunch (own expense) surrounded by picturesque views. Perfect for nature and history lovers, this tour promises timeless memories for all ages.
Grants Picnic Ground - Pause for a delightful break at Grants Picnic Reserve in Sherbrooke Forest. Wander amid majestic Mountain Ash, & lush fern gullies. Encounter vivid rosellas, galahs, cockatoos, and perhaps a lyrebird.
Puffing Billy Railway - Enjoy a 1-hour journey through lush rainforests, embracing the time-honoured tradition of dangling your legs out of the train.
Puffing Billy Lakeside Visitors Centre - Wander through the new Lakeside Visitor Centre, a cultural hub with top-notch facilities, and grab a bite to eat (own expense) at the modern cafe.
* At times the train may operate in the reverse direction


Make the Most of Your Tour!
Enhance your experience by downloading our free Explore Australia Tours app!
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Bathe, relax and unwind at the Peninsula Hot Springs!
Mornington Peninsula Hot Springs Kick off the day with an opportunity to relax that is not to be missed! Bathe, relax and unwind at this tranquil oasis of health and wellbeing. The Peninsula Hot Springs are a group of thermal mineral pools complete with reflexology walk, Turkish Hamam, sauna, cold plunge pool and not to mention the iconic Hilltop Pool which boasts a 360-degree view of the region. Spend 2 -3 hours relaxing in naturally heated mineral baths.
Murray's Lookout at Arthurs Seat Following this, you'll stop at Murrays Lookout at Arthurs Seat. Admire stunning views stretching from across the bay to the city from the highest point of the Mornington Peninsula.
Peninsula bathing boxes An iconic image of the Mornington’s Peninsula’s Port Phillip Bay, these bathing boxes are the area’s symbol of summer and are a tourist attraction to themselves. We’ll stop for a photo opportunity that is definitely Instagram-worthy where these bathing boxes are set upon the colourful backdrop of the crystal blue ocean and a coastline to die for .


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Escape the city and experience the magic of winter on this full-day Lake Mountain Snow & Puffing Billy Tour from Melbourne.

Travel through Victoria’s beautiful Yarra Valley and enjoy a relaxing stop in Healesville before heading to Lake Mountain, Melbourne’s closest alpine snow resort. Enjoy over three hours of snow play surrounded by breathtaking alpine scenery. Build snowmen, experience tobogganing (own expense), take photos in the snow, or simply enjoy the fresh mountain air.

Perfect for families, couples, and first-time snow visitors, Lake Mountain offers a fun and accessible winter experience just two hours from Melbourne.

In the afternoon, step aboard the world-famous Puffing Billy steam train for a scenic one-hour journey through the lush forests and fern gullies of the Dandenong Ranges. Sit on the open-sided carriage and dangle your legs as you take in one of Victoria’s most iconic experiences.

Travel along the stunning Black Spur Drive, one of Victoria’s most scenic rainforest routes, before returning to Melbourne.

This small-group winter experience combines snow play, spectacular scenery, and heritage railway charm into one unforgettable day.

Tour Highlights

• Enjoy 3 hours of snow play at Lake Mountain
• 1 hour ride the iconic Puffing Billy steam train
• Travel through the scenic Black Spur rainforest
• Visit Melbourne’s closest alpine snow resort
• Experience one of Victoria’s most popular winter tours
• Perfect for families and first-time snow visitors
• Relax with comfortable return transport from Melbourne

What’s Included

• Return transport from Melbourne
• Friendly and knowledgeable driver guide
• Entry to Lake Mountain Alpine Resort
• 1-hour Puffing Billy steam train ride
• Scenic drive through the Black Spur
• Selected Melbourne pick-up locations

What's not included

• Food and drinks
• Toboggan tickets
• Snow clothing hire
• Personal expenses

Escape the city and experience the magic of winter on this full-day Lake Mountain Snow & Puffing Billy Tour from Melbourne.


Travel through Victoria’s beautiful Yarra Valley and enjoy a relaxing stop in Healesville before heading to Lake Mountain, Melbourne’s closest alpine snow resort. Enjoy over three hours of snow play surrounded by breathtaking alpine scenery. Build snowmen, experience tobogganing (own expense), take photos in the snow, or simply enjoy the fresh mountain air.
Perfect for families, couples, and first-time snow visitors, Lake Mountain offers a fun and accessible winter experience just two hours from Melbourne.
In the afternoon, step aboard the world-famous Puffing Billy steam train for a scenic one-hour journey through the lush forests and fern gullies of the Dandenong Ranges. Sit on the open-sided carriage and dangle your legs as you take in one of Victoria’s most iconic experiences.
Travel along the stunning Black Spur Drive, one of Victoria’s most scenic rainforest routes, before returning to Melbourne.
This small-group winter experience combines snow play, spectacular scenery, and heritage railway charm into one unforgettable day.

Tour Highlights

Enjoy 3 hours of snow play at Lake Mountain 1 hour ride the iconic Puffing Billy steam train Travel through the scenic Black Spur rainforest Visit Melbourne’s closest alpine snow resort Experience one of Victoria’s most popular winter tours Perfect for families and first-time snow visitors Relax with comfortable return transport from Melbourne


What’s Included

Return transport from Melbourne Friendly and knowledgeable driver guide Entry to Lake Mountain Alpine Resort 1-hour Puffing Billy steam train ride Scenic drive through the Black Spur Selected Melbourne pick-up locations
What's not included
Food and drinks Toboggan tickets Snow clothing hire Personal expenses