Puffing Billy and Penguin Parade: Melbourne Day Tour

Experience Melbourne’s best: Ride Puffing Billy, explore The Nobbies, and witness the Penguin Parade—all in one unforgettable day tour.

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Puffing Billy Railway - Join us on a charming afternoon adventure aboard the iconic Puffing Billy Steam Railway as we embark on a journey through the verdant Dandenong Ranges. On this 25mins to 1 hour-long adventure, you’ll marvel at lush landscapes and historic locomotives as they wind their way between Belgrave and the Gembrook.
  • The Nobbies
What's Included
  • Admission to Puffing Billy Railway - Single Trip Ticket
  • Admission to Penguin Parade - General View Ticket
  • Round-trip transfers to and from the meet-up location
  • Live commentary on board
  • Air-conditioned coach
What's Not Included
  • Meals and beverages
  • Other personal expenses
Additional Information

It’s a perfect itinerary that includes two of Melbourne’s top attractions, Puffing Billy and the Penguin Parade, all in one day. After being picked up from Melbourne CBD, the day tour begins. The first activity is a ride on the iconic Puffing Billy steam train through the majestic Dandenong Ranges. The train winds through the hills and concludes at…

Location
56 Spencer St
Spencer Street
Out front of the Great Southern Hotel
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Kristofl2021
Dec 13, 2024
Superb excursion - Very friendly guide. Trip in a bus of 24 people, suitable for a family trip. The train ride is fabulous and the scenery of Phillip Island breathtaking. In addition to penguins, we saw kangaroos and seagulls... To do.
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Atiq_u
Dec 4, 2024
A Perfect Blend of Scenic Beauty and Unique Wildlife! - The Puffing Billy and Penguin Parade Day Tour was an unforgettable experience that perfectly combined history, stunning landscapes, and incredible wildlife. we visited the Penguin Parade at Phillip Island, and it was magical! Watching the adorable little penguins waddle ashore at sunset was heartwarming and an experience like no other. The setup at the Penguin Parade is well-organized, with plenty of viewing spots that don’t disturb the penguins’ natural habitat.
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Ruthlj9321ib
Dec 1, 2024
Fantastic wildlife experience - This tour was fantastic! The Puffing Billy steam train through the Dandenong Ranges offered stunning views and a nostalgic experience. Penguin Parade on Phillip Island was truly magical, watching the adorable penguins waddle ashore at sunset was unforgettable. The tour was well-organized and our guide was friendly and informative. Highly recommend for a perfect mix of nature, history, and wildlife.
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Javier_c
Nov 11, 2024
Worth it - The trip was really good. The guide was perfect. Good amount of historical information but not too much. The tour was 11-12 hours so be prepared but well worth it. Lots of driving though.
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Seanrx6522xh
Nov 10, 2024
Penguin Parade trip - Had a lovely day on puffing Billy train journey and seeing the penguins. the tour guide Curtis was very nice and friendly.
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Li
Oct 5, 2024
Logan, thank you - Logan, our tour guide is absolutely the best, he is professional, warm heart and friendly. Not only provide us a comprehensive introduction all the way from beginning to the end, also helped me looking after my kids when I was away. All my kids love him so much and enjoyed the trip.
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Varun
Dec 28, 2024
Too Fast paced , not enough time to enjoy - The trip was too was fast paced. Firstly we had booked a morning 10 am tour which was changed to 230 pm trip at last moment. Secondly, the puffing train got delayed by 30 mins due ti which our Phillip island visit was cut short. We could hardly get time to eat and visit the penguins
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Lisa_k
Nov 29, 2024
Disappointing experience - Disappointed. Timings listed are not accurate and should be updated for summer / winter activity. Tour actually left at 12.30 and returned at midnight ( due to when the sunsets). This left us with lots of ‘extra time’ for just hanging around. Our tour guide also spoke in broken English which was difficult to understand, especially for people who don’t speak English as their first language. There were 23 of us on the tour. The train ride lasts for 25 minutes departing from Belgrave (sit on the side facing the station - it has better views). The penguins were a lot more artificial than I was expecting with big boardwalks and decks and hundreds of people which made it feel very invasive.
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