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Located to the east of Melbourne, the Dandenong Ranges boast lush vegetation and stunning landscapes. The beautiful Yarra Valley, Australia’s first grape-growing region since 1838, features many fruit farms, especially vineyards, and is renowned for its excellent wine products. The Dandenong Ranges and Yarra Valley are enticing destinations that attract a large number of visitors.
Puffing Billy Steam Train Tour - Dandenong Yarra Valley
The Dandenong Yarra Valley steam train tour is a year-round hot spot. The scenery here is picturesque in every season, with gardens and rows of trees that make you feel like you’ve stepped into a fairyland or out of a fairy tale. Here, you will marvel at the natural beauty of Olinda National Park, vast lakes, and waterfalls flowing day and night. Or experience the vibrant colors of the Yarra Valley, with its orchards and local specialty production factories such as wineries, jam makers, chocolate factories, and skincare products...
TOUR PRICE:
Private tour available for group 3 to 21 people. Please contact Vbooking for price quote.
Shared tour: $160 for Adult and $140 for children (under 12ys)
ITINERARY: Botanic Garden - Puffing Billy steam train ride through the primeval forest - Yerring Station - Yarrawood - Chocolate & Ice Cream - Mildura Garden.
NOTE: The itinerary may change depending on the time of year. We will adjust accordingly to take you to the most beautiful scenic spots.
TIME: From 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
PICK-UP POINTS:
- Private tour will pick-up at your place Around Melbourne
Shared tour:
- Melbourne City Center: Victoria Market
- Footscray Station
- Coles Braybrook - 330 Ballarat Rd.
TRANSPORTATION: 7-10-12-22 seater vehicles. Driver-guides will accompany the group and assist in taking beautiful photos.
DETAILED ITINERARY:
8:00 AM: Departure
- Visit Botanic Garden, walk around, and take pictures with the picturesque landscape of colorful trees.
- Lunch at Lake Side (not included in price).
- Continue to Dandenong. Enjoy the scenic and poetic mountainous area.
- Arrive at the station for a ride on the Puffing Billy steam train. The train runs through the Otway primeval forest, along roads, and through villages as beautiful as in fairy tales. A unique and impressive experience!
- Arrive at Yerring Station, visit a winery, and taste premium wines produced in the area. Take plenty of photos with the poetic scenery of golden oak leaves, a curved roof lake, and vintage-style brick houses.
- Visit Yarrawood, walk around, and take pictures with the rows of red willows, the moss-covered paths, the lake, and the dreamy vineyard. Relax and enjoy a delicious coffee after the exciting journey.
- Stop at Chocolate & Ice Cream, where you can enjoy free chocolate samples and visit the chocolate production line. Enjoy ice cream and drinks in a fresh environment with beautiful gardens.
- Visit Mildura Garden, take souvenir photos, and buy some mementos.
- Depart back to the pick-up point. Farewell and see you again.
TOUR INCLUDES:
- Steam train ticket.
- Transportation.
- 2 bottles of water/person/day.
NOT INCLUDED:
- Meals and personal expenses of tourists.
- Tips for driver-guides if you are satisfied with the service (Tip is optional).
❤ The more you travel, the more you will understand why Melbourne is the most livable city in the world.
