Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour from Melbourne
Overview
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.
*At times train may operate in reverse
What's Included
- 1 hour train journey on Puffing Billy
- Return transfers to/from Melbourne in modern vehicle
- Friendly & informative guide
- Tea and coffee Beverages are available to purchase from a local cafe
- Lunch Lunch is available to purchase from a local cafe
Meeting and Pickup
We look forward to welcoming you on board! Before your tour, we will send you a message confirming your exact pickup time and location. Please check this carefully, as your pickup time may differ from the tour start time shown elsewhere. Follow the time in our message and arrive 10 minutes early so we can get your adventure underway!
688 Bourke Street
Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Melbourne
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Grants Picnic Ground
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Puffing Billy Railway
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Puffing Billy Railway
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Puffing Billy Railway Lakeside Visitor Centre
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Melbourne
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 27 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-159345P16
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- 1 hour train journey on Puffing Billy.
- Return transfers to/from Melbourne in modern vehicle.
- Friendly & informative guide.
- Tea and coffee. Beverages are available to purchase from a local cafe.
- Lunch. Lunch is available to purchase from a local cafe.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour from Melbourne is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour from Melbourne will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
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
- 1 hour train journey on Puffing Billy
- Return transfers to/from Melbourne in modern vehicle
- Friendly & informative guide
- Tea and coffeeBeverages are available to purchase from a local cafe
- LunchLunch is available to purchase from a local cafe
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 27 travelers
