Puffing Billy And Healesville Sanctuary Scenic Tour

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Overview

Available languages

English

8 hours 15 minutes

Mobile ticket

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.

Additional Info

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.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Entry to ride Puffing Billy (Belgrave to Emerald Lake)

Entry to Emerald Lake

Air-conditioned vehicle

Entry to Healesville Sanctuary

Entry to Yarra Valley Chocolaterie

All food and beverage is excluded

What To Expect

1

Emerald Lake

Enjoy a leisurely stroll around beautiful Emerald Lake.

1 hour 15 minutesAdmission Included
2

Puffing Billy Playground

Hop aboard the Puffing Billy steam train for a scenic ride from Belgrave to Emerald Lake.

3 hoursAdmission Included

Options

Puffing Billy And Healesville Sanctuary Scenic Tour

Pickup included

Reviews

4.62

394 reviews

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  • Excellent Day Out

    Elizabeth M,

    Jun 16, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    This was a great experience. Our driver was very friendly and knowledgeable and did a great job of letting us know everything we needed to know. The Puffing Billy was so much fun, the Healesville Sanctuary is huge and amazing, and the little stop off at the chocolate factory is a great way to end the day. The only down side is the day isn't long enough to fit everything in at the sanctuary. I would highly recommend.

  • Great and fun tour

    NurdianaErma A,

    Jun 12, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Bonnie, our tour guide is very friendly and cheerful. Makes the entire tour fun and joyful for me and my kid. Our most favourite part on this tour is the puffing billy. It’s a really cool train ride, and we get to enjoy beautiful scenery. It’s also calming and fun. Bonnie shared with us some historical facts, which is really helpful. Would love to do this tour again next time we come.

  • We had a great time

    KC C,

    Jun 5, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Lorraine is a wonderful and helpful guide and made our trip really enjoyable. Our kids had a lot of fun on the Puffing Billy as well as at the Healsville Sanctuary.

  • Everything is great!! The...

    2nzq2q5wmv,

    Jun 4, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Everything is great!! The guide Lorraine introduced the history and culture of Melbourne. It is good to know more about the city. She helped us to take pics for the puffing billy. The train is fascinated!! It just looks like the Hogwarts Express. I enjoyed it a lot except for it is a bit cold to ride on it winter. And the coal dusts can get on your clothes while riding so better not to wear white clothes. Sit by the right hand side you will enjoy the view of the train getting across the bridge. I also had a good time in the zoo. The zookeepers will introduce the animals in the specific time, and it will be interesting if you are an animal lover. The birds show is the best. It is how amazed that they can do many tricks and follow the zookeepers command. The chocolates however, is a little bit too sweet for me. You can enjoy the tasty ice cream there. I’ve tried pistachios, it’s great. The whole trip is satisfying, however it’s a little bit rush considering there are many places to visit. Better to bring your own lunch like sandwiches, so you can skip the queuing, and it is cheaper.

  • Exceptional Value for Money

    Timothy M,

    May 20, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Exceptional value for money. Our tour guide, Matty, was very friendly and knowledgeable and the three tour events - Puffing Billy, Healesville Sanctuary and the Chocolaterie - met all our expectations and then some. Would strongly recommend this tour to anyone wanting a full day’s fun in the Australian countryside.

From AUD 220

4.62
394 reviews