About this tour
Steam back in time aboard Puffing Billy's narrow-gauge train through fern-draped rainforest, then cap the day watching little penguins waddle ashore at Philip Island. Between stops, sample artisan chocolates in the Yarra Valley and optionally taste cool-climate wines or visit a koala park. Hotel pickup included, roughly 10–13 hours door-to-door.
Highlights
- Ride a heritage steam train through temperate rainforest canopy
- Watch fairy penguins return to nests at dusk
- Taste handcrafted chocolates and ice cream in Yarra Valley
- Optional wine tasting at local cool-climate vineyard
- Close encounters with koalas and kangaroos (if schedule permits)
- Air-conditioned transport with hotel collection
What to expect
You'll be picked up from your hotel for an early morning departure (exact time confirmed the evening before). The steam train journey lasts roughly 1.5 hours, winding through tall ferns with open-carriage views. Between the train and evening penguin parade, you'll visit a chocolate workshop to taste small-batch treats. Wine tasting and the koala park are optional add-ons—both depend on timing and your budget. The day finishes at Philip Island as the sun drops and penguins emerge from the ocean, a quiet, unhurried spectacle. Expect walking on uneven ground and standing for stretches.
Good to know
Puffing Billy runs weather-dependent; cancellations qualify for a $60 refund but the rest of the day continues. Meals aren't included—pack snacks or budget for lunch. Wine and koala park aren't guaranteed if the train runs late. Not suitable for spinal or cardiovascular conditions, or pregnancy. Prams welcome on the train.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.