Melbourne: Penguin Parade Tour with Puffing Billy Train Ride

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Take a scenic drive and ride the Puffing Billy Steam Train through the Dandenong Ranges, enjoy the breathtaking coastal view, and see the penguins emerge from the sea and waddle across the beach.

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Highlights

  • Feel the wind in your hair as you ride the Puffing Billy Steam Train
  • See the penguins emerge from the sea and waddle across the beach
  • Enjoy a scenic drive through the Dandenong Ranges and see the Nobbies
  • Take a photo of the colorful Brighton Beach huts or visit the Koala Park

Description

Start your day with a pick-up in Melbourne and head to Brighton Beach (may be skipped based on the train schedule), the home to multiple rainbow huts. Ride the Puffing Billy Steam Train, one of Australia’s oldest steam trains, and marvel at the natural beauty of the Dandenong Ranges. Next, visit the Maru Koala and Animal Park for close encounters with native wildlife (optional visit at own expense). Continue to The Nobbies Viewpoint and admire the breathtaking coastal landscape and diverse wildlife from the viewing platform. Enjoy dinner at Nobbies Center or the town of Cowes (at own expense). As dusk settles, witness the enchanting sight of little penguins emerging from the sea and waddling across the beach to their nests.

Includes

Bilingual driver-guide (English and Chinese) Comfortable air-conditioned bus or coach Puffing Billy Railway ticket (one-way) Penguin Parade Viewing ticket (general viewing) Toll fees, parking fees, fuel fees, tax, and tips

Important Information

  • Vehicle size will be arranged based on group size. Pick-up time/location, driver, and vehicle details will be reconfirmed with you one day before the tour. Vehicles are not wheelchair accessible. Guests under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult. The itinerary is subject to change based on actual conditions, and customers will be informed in advance of any modifications.

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