A unique mountain experience taking in the spectacular sights of the beautiful Mount Dandenong. Ride the famous Puffing Billy steam train as it whistles it way through lush forest and fern gullies whilst admiring the natural environment. Feed native birds such as cockatooGalas king parrots and rosellas in the wild. William Ricketts sanctuary a magical place of indigenous sculpture placed around ferns and old growth forest. Truly a journey for the senses! Drivng through quaint mountain villages and stopping for lunch and some shopping time at Olinda. We may even encounter some Australian wildlife to admire .
[PRIVATE TOUR] Puffing Billy and Dandenong Mountains
$533.34
A unique mountain experience taking in the spectacular sights of the beautiful Mount Dandenong. Ride the famous Puffing Billy steam train as it whistles it way through lush forest and fern gullies whilst admiring the natural environment. Feed native birds such as cockatooGalas king parrots and rosellas in the wild. William Ricketts sanctuary a magical place of indigenous sculpture placed around ferns and old growth forest. Truly a journey for the senses! Drivng through quaint mountain villages and stopping for lunch and some shopping time at Olinda. We may even encounter some Australian wildlife to admire .
Itinerary
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Stop At: Mount Dandenong Mount Dandenong Victoria
Arrive at the summit of Mount Dandenong for some spectacular views overlooking Melbourne City Port Philip bay and surrounding mountain ranges whilst being surrounded by towering mountain ash trees fern gullies and gardens or relax in the Sky high cafe whilst taking in the sights.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: William Ricketts Sanctuary Mount Dandenong Tourist Road Mount Dandenong Victoria 3767 Australia
William Rickets sanctuary. A mythical sculpture garden depicting Aboriginal indigenous culture set amongst 80 metre high mountain ash trees forest and fern gullies. Art and nature come together in this amazing magical setting.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Olinda Olinda Victoria
Olinda is a quaint mountain village. Take time to wander around to see the lovely boutiques craft and antique shops. There is an array of fine food to enjoy for lunch or indulge in an award winning pie from “pie in the sky.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Puffing Billy Playground Kilvington Drive Emerald Victoria Australia
Have fun taking a ride on Puffing Billy a beautifully preserved heritage steam train that winds it way through pristine forest fern gullies and through the mountain ranges whilst marvelling at some spectacular scenery and sounds of the old train whistle blowing.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Additional information
Duration | 8 hours |
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Commences | Melbourne Australia |
Region | Victoria |
City | Melbourne |
Category | Cultural & Theme Tours |