Breathtaking Puffing Billy & Wild Aussie Animal Journey
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Visit some of the Yarra Valley's finest attractions from the picturesque Dandenong Ranges through to the world-renowned Healesville Sanctuary. You will get to ride the iconic Puffing Billy and sample some of the finest Yarra Valley chocolate there is. This is a wonderful full day tour full of exciting opportunities with a relaxing vibe. Bring an umbrella if rain is forecast.
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Nicholas_T, 12/11/2025 1:32:04 AM
The tour guide Matt was amazing…very helpful, accommodating and smiles all round…we enjoyed ourselves.
623fionaw, 12/8/2025 3:08:31 PM
Exceeded my expectations. Emily our tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable and put us at ease. Puffing Billy through the scenic Dandenong Forrest was a delight and the sanctuary was a great experience. Highly recommend seeing the bird show at end of the sanctuary visit. What was unexpected was the visit to the Chocolaterie and Ice Creamerie. Set in the beautiful Yarra Valley the view was breathtaking and the store itself indescribable with its range of chocolate delights . I would want to stay there longer and eat at the cafe but settled for a scoop of ice cream which did not disappoint. Definitely go when the landscape is still green.
Corey_C, 11/16/2025 4:04:26 AM
Wonderful experience all around. Our tour guide, Marty, did a phenomenal job, and even took videos of us riding the train!! One of the best tour guides I've had, and it was a fantastic itinerary on top of that. I would do this again and would totally recommend it to others.
Excursion67395820184, 11/13/2025 3:15:14 AM
Thank you Martin for our excellent trip to the puffing billy train and sanctuary trip was amazing, and Marty was fun and informative highly recommend it sue
Sophie_U, 11/4/2025 3:07:50 PM
Great tour. Matt was such a lovely tour guide knowledgeable and helpful with everything and so down to earth. Thanks Matt. Puffing Billy was so fun. I'll reccomend this tour to others.
vccebu, 11/3/2025 8:32:33 AM
Great for families and kids. Very convenient. Nice cafe to hangout to have some coffee and food too whilst waiting for your return trip.
David_C, 10/30/2025 12:00:05 AM
It was a great, informative experience. Loads of fun for all ages! The Healesville Sanctuary was amazing!
Marty H, 10/29/2025 1:23:53 AM
Loves the animal sanctuary! The talks were informative and most animals were visible. Not recommended on a rainy or windy day.
O8328WRsusanh, 10/29/2025 12:35:38 AM
Matt was an excellent tour guide! He was friendly, knowledgeable and enthusiastic about everything we did. It was a long day but each stop was unique. Puffing Billy was ok but we really enjoyed Healesville Sanctuary. So many interesting animals! I would definitely recommend visiting there!
Jana_H, 10/25/2025 8:30:45 PM
Loved the Healesville animal sanctuary. Adam was very friendly. It was great that he drove home through the countryside. Beautiful!
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note, this tour is NOT suitable for cruise passengers due to tour timings.
- Please note: ALL babies/toddlers/children up to age 15 must purchase a CHILD ticket.
- During peak periods larger vehicles may be used
Departure point
Please meet Hotel Windsor, 111 Spring Street Melbourne. PICK UP TIME 8.30am Please note, this tour is NOT suitable for cruise passengers due to tour timings.Return details
Visit some of the Yarra Valley's finest attractions from the picturesque Dandenong Ranges through to the world-renowned Healesville Sanctuary. You will get to ride the iconic Puffing Billy and sample some of the finest Yarra Valley chocolate there is. This is a wonderful full day tour full of exciting opportunities with a relaxing vibe. Bring an umbrella if rain is forecast.Redemption
Please meet Hotel Windsor, 111 Spring Street Melbourne. PICK UP TIMES (unless directly advised otherwise by Wine Hop and Coastal Tours) -Tours prior to March 2025: Meet at 8.15am -Tours 1st March to 5th April 2025: Meet at 8.30am -Tours 6th April 2025 onwards: Meet at 9.40am24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund