Puffing Billy & Healesville Sanctuary Day Trip

Discover Australia's wildlife with this day trip to Healesville Sanctuary and a ride on the Puffing Billy steam train.

Day Trip Details

The tour begins in the morning with a pick-up from the Windsor Hotel in Melbourne. The first stop is at the Belgrave railway station, where you'll board the Puffing Billy steam train.

The train will stop along the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges, providing an enjoyable start to your day.

The journey continues with a scenic ride through the lush vegetation of the Dandenong Ranges, offering an adventure through nature.

Following the train ride, the group will travel by minibus to Healesville Sanctuary, a refuge for various native Australian species. You will see kangaroos, koalas, platypuses, dingos, emus, and other animals.

The final stop is the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery, where you can sample specialties and enjoy free time to purchase sweets.

At the end of the tour, you will be returned to the meeting point in Melbourne, with a total duration of around 9 hours.