Melbourne Puffing Billy Train and Penguin Parade Day Tour Escape
- 10–12 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
- IMPORTANT NOTE for dates from Oct 1 to Oct 7: Puffing Billy + Penguin Parade are only offered on Oct 5 & 6, while on Oct 1, 2, 3, 4 & 7, we offer Penguin Parade without the Puffing Billy train ride. - IMPORTANT NOTE: The Penguin Parade ticket from Oct 1 to 7 is Premium Boardwalk, a standing viewing area near the Penguin Plus entrance for watching Little Penguins return along the inland path. Beach-crossing views are not available. Two Icons in One Day – Puffing Billy steam train + Penguin Parade. Flexible Itinerary – Adjusted to train & penguin schedules. Close-Up Wildlife – Kangaroos, koalas & more at a local sanctuary. Scenic Variety – Beaches, rainforest, coastlines, and Phillip Island. Stress-Free Package – All highlights in one full-day trip.
Inclusions
What's included
- Comfortable vehicle transport
- Admission to Puffing Billy Train Ride
- Admission to Penguin Parade Watch (not include on Aug 18/19/24/25/26, 2026)
- Tips for the driver
- Toll, parking and fuel cost
- Bilingual professional driver/guide service
What's not
- Admission to the wildlife park
- Meals and beverages
- Other personal expenses
- Personal insurance
- Penguin Parade Watch (Admission to Penguin Parade Watch (not include on Aug 18/19/24/25/26, 2026))
Itinerary
Visit Melbourne’s most iconic and colorful beach huts, perfect for memorable photos by the seaside. Note: If the Puffing Billy train schedule requires an earlier departure, this stop may be skipped or replaced with an alternative such as a scenic lookout in the Dandenong Ranges or a charming local town, ensuring you still enjoy a unique experience.
Meet Australia’s famous wildlife up close, from kangaroos and wallabies to sleepy koalas. Learn about local conservation efforts and enjoy the opportunity to hand-feed some of the animals. Note: This spot may be replaced by Moonlit Sanctuary based on the actual situation on the day.
Step aboard Australia’s most beloved heritage steam railway, operating for over 120 years. Relax as the train winds through lush rainforests, towering eucalyptus trees, and rolling hillsides of the Dandenong Ranges. Note: The exact train section may vary depending on the day’s operational schedule, but the authentic steam train experience is always guaranteed.
Admire breathtaking ocean views at the western tip of Phillip Island, where rugged cliffs meet the crashing waves of Bass Strait.
End the day with the world-famous Penguin Parade, where hundreds of little penguins return ashore at sunset after a day of fishing at sea. Watch this magical wildlife phenomenon from specially designed viewing platforms for an unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Ratings come from 7 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 28 travellers
- Operated by
- Bus and Coach Charter
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Phillip Island
- Its from-price is 14% below the median of the 15 experiences we list in Phillip Island.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 10 of 15.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Phillip Island
Phillip Island is a low island south-east of Melbourne, known for its little penguins, fur seals, surf beaches and a motorcycle racing circuit.
Phillip Island lies at the mouth of Western Port Bay, joined to the mainland at San Remo by a road bridge. Cowes, the main town, has a long foreshore and shops, and the rest of the island is farmland, wetland and rugged coast with granite headlands and surf beaches.
Top-ranked sights in Phillip Island: Penguin Parade, Nobbies Centre, Cape Woolamai.
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