Puffing Billy And Phillip Island Penguin Parade Bus Tour

4.5
(308 reviews)

11 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

After being picked up from a convenient central Melbourne CBD location in air-conditioned comfort on this full-day tour, your first stop will be the picturesque Emerald Lake in the beautiful Dandenong Ranges where you will have the opportunity to purchase your own lunch and enjoy a leisurely walk around the Lake. Then it's all aboard the world-famous Puffing Billy Steam Train. The train winds through the hills and finishes at Belgrave. Then it's off on a scenic drive to the next stop The Nobbies to take in the vista of this iconic lookout. Next it's time to visit the Phillip Island Wildlife Animal Park where you can purchase dinner before watching the adorable penguins emerge from the rolling waves and make their way home into their burrows.

What's Included

Entry to ride Puffing Billy (Belgrave to Emerald Lake)
Entry to Phillip Island Penguin Parade
Entry to Emerald Lake
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide
Entry to The Nobbies
All food and beverage is excluded but there will be opportunities to purchase these items while on tour.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pick up from: Hotel Windsor, 111 Spring St, Melbourne.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Puffing Billy and Lunch Ride Puffing Billy Emerald Lake Park to Belgrave. Enjoy this iconic steam train ride through the glorious Dandenong Ranges. One of the most popular tourist destinations in Victoria. You will have the opportunity to purchase your own lunch at the picturesque Emerald Lake. Time spent here includes travel time from pick up, Puffing Billy Train ride, time for you to purchase and eat lunch and enjoy a walk around Emerald Lake.

    4 hours Admission ticket included
  • 2

    After taking the scenic route through the Dandenong ranges you will arrive at the Nobbies Tourist Information Centre: Here you will be able to find out all you need to know about the Nobbies Blowhole and Seal Rock precinct. Time spent here includes travelling to The Nobbies and time spent at the information centre

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Nobbies Lookout And Boardwalk. Nobbies Lookout And Boardwalk: Take on the glorious views of the Nobbies and Seal Rock region from this spectacular lookout. Then walk the boardwalk with ocean views to the Nobbies blowhole and Seal Rock and enjoy the stunning surrounds. Time spent here is to explore the boardwalk and take in the views.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Phillip Island Penguin Parade And Dinner. In the Winter season you can purchase your dinner at Phillip Island Nature Park. In the Summer season you can purchase your dinner in the historic township of Cowes and enjoy a walk around this seaside town. After dinner you will be ready to witness the world-famous Penguin Parade. Watch the penguins emerge from the rolling waves and make their way across the sand to their burrows. Time spent here includes time to purchase and eat dinner, time to watch the Penguin Parade and travel time back to Melbourne CBD.

    4 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note: ALL babies/toddlers/children up to age 15 must purchase a CHILD ticket.
Supplied by Wine Hop And Coastal Tours

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Full-day Tours
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Involves Animals
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Cancellation Policy

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

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