[PRIVATE TOUR] Puffing Billy and Dandenong Mountains
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Overview
A unique mountain experience taking in the spectacular sights of the beautiful Mount Dandenong. Ride the famous Puffing Billy steam train as it whistles it way through lush forest and fern gullies whilst admiring the natural environment. Feed native birds such as cockatoo,Galas, king parrots and rosellas in the wild. William Ricketts sanctuary a magical place of indigenous sculpture placed around ferns and old growth forest. Truly a journey for the senses! Drivng through quaint mountain villages and stopping for lunch and some shopping time at Olinda. We may even encounter some Australian wildlife to admire .
What's Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Puffing Billy train tickets
- Entry into Sky High summit viewing at Mount Dandenong
- Complimentary bottled water
- Meals and beverages other than complimentary bottled water
Meeting and Pickup
What To Expect
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Puffing Billy Playground
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
William Ricketts Sanctuary
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Olinda
40 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Mount Dandenong
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
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Activity code: C-216347P16
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- Hotel pick up and drop off.
- Puffing Billy train tickets.
- Entry into Sky High summit viewing at Mount Dandenong.
- complimentary bottled water.
- Meals and beverages other than complimentary bottled water.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the [PRIVATE TOUR] Puffing Billy and Dandenong Mountains is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Puffing Billy train tickets
- Entry into Sky High summit viewing at Mount Dandenong
- Complimentary bottled water
- Meals and beverages other than complimentary bottled water
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
