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Puffing Billy Steam Train & Penguin Parade Full-Day Sightseeing

4.7 / 5
308 reviews
9K+ booked
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Free cancellation (48 hours notice)
You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 48 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time), In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund, Vouchers can be used any time within the validity period. Refunds can't be made once it has been redeemed or has expired., Full refunds will only be issued for unsuccessful or rejected bookings, Be aware that the approval of reschedules, amendments or refunds are subject to availability, Refunds or amendments can't be issued if: Participants arrive late or don't arrive at all, Refunds can't be issued for any participants who are late by 5 minutes or more, The activity will be cancelled if there is not a minimum of 4 participants. If this happens, you'll get a rescheduled time or refund, To find out more about the cancellation policy, contact Klook customer support
Depart from Melbourne
Duration: 12 hour(s)
10:00-22:00, 12:30-00:30
Guide language
English
Meet-up
Large group (1-27)

Itinerary

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Day 1

Meet-up2 sessions

Bus1 hr(s)

1

Puffing Billy Railway
Instagrammable spot

1 hr(s) • Self-guided • Tickets included

2

Puffing Billy Railway Lakeside Visitor Centre

1 hr(s) • Self-guided • Free entry

Bus1 hr(s) 30 min(s)

3

Cowes
For summer

1 hr(s) • Self-guided • Free entry

Bus20 min(s)

4

The Nobbies
Instagrammable spot

30 min(s) • Self-guided • Free entry

Bus15 min(s)

5

Penguin Parade Visitor Centre
Animal encounters

2 hr(s) • Self-guided • Tickets included

Bus2 hr(s)

To drop-off points2 sessions

icon For reference only. The itinerary is subject to change.

Know before you go

What's included

  • Live tour guide: English
  • Transport: Bus
  • Admission: Puffing Billy Railway, Puffing Billy Railway Lakeside Visitor Centre, Cowes, The Nobbies, Penguin Parade Visitor Centre
  • Tax & discounts
  • Meals
  • Accommodation
  • Extra fees
  • Gears & Equipment
  • Insurance
  • Special arrangement
  • Services vary based on customer selection

Before you book

Additional information

Prohibitions & Limitations

  • Please dress accordingly depending on the day's weather conditions

What to bring

  • Sunscreen / Sunglasses / Water bottle

Accessibility

  • Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
  • Child seats are available upon request (Only 1 child seat is free)
  • This activity is not stroller and wheelchair-accessible

Vehicle & luggage info

  • Passenger capacity: 27 passengers excluding the driver

Terms & Conditions

Weather Guarantee

Confirmation

  • You'll get confirmation within minutes. If you don't see any confirmation, reach out to our customer support.

Cancellation policy

  • You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 48 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)
  • In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund
  • Vouchers can be used any time within the validity period. Refunds can't be made once it has been redeemed or has expired.
  • Full refunds will only be issued for unsuccessful or rejected bookings
  • Be aware that the approval of reschedules, amendments or refunds are subject to availability
  • Refunds or amendments can't be issued if: Participants arrive late or don't arrive at all
  • Refunds can't be issued for any participants who are late by 5 minutes or more
  • The activity will be cancelled if there is not a minimum of 4 participants. If this happens, you'll get a rescheduled time or refund
  • To find out more about the cancellation policy, contact Klook customer support

How to use

Usage validity

  • The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

Age & eligibility

Eligibility

  • This activity has no age limit
  • Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
  • Children aged 0-15 must be accompanied by a paying adult

Reviews

4.7 / 5
Fantastic
308 reviews
Guide
4.8
Itinerary
4.7
Quality of transfer
4.8
Value for money
4.7
Going to Melbourne for a babymoon and we had a really magical experience with Loki our tour guide. He explained everything clearly, guide us through every places. The highlight of our trip was philip island penguin parade, it was one of the memorable experience to see the tinniest penguin coming back to their nest in real life. Would repeat it again with my baby girl in the near future for sure!
we had a great time with this pretty chill itenary. managed to really get an hour's ride on the puffing billy steam train and head straight down to Philip island to watch the penguine parade. we had plenty of time for lunch and dinner, best part there's no rush. a lil bit pricey for the tour but overall Mark our driver and guide was amazing. We also saw so many wild animals such as geese, wallaby, penguins and different types of birds along the way.
The ride on the Puffing Billy steam train was truly impressive! Sitting on the open carriage window sills, dangling our legs outside, and feeling the breeze while passing through lush green forests was such an exciting experience! The penguin parade was incredible! I was grateful to see around 60 penguins—on average, about 700 penguins come out to the island each day. Australian penguins are the little penguin and irresistibly cute! I was also delighted to see baby Cape Barren Geese; they are utterly adorable! Our tour guide is knowledgeable and cares for our basic needs such as going to the bathroom and having our meals during the day. I highly recommend wearing enough clothing because Philip Island is very windy.
Thanks our tour guide and driver Stuart. He is really kind and helpful. He always reminds us everything, even which toilet is cleaner. We have enough time to take photos and walk around each place. It is my first time to visit Australia with family. We are happy to have him to be our guide. However, i have something to remind you guys. It is highly recommended to have a great breakfast before you take on the travel bus. Your next meal would be around 5:30pm probably.
it was amazing experiences also the bus and tour guide Matt was great. Love the scenery at Philip Island.. It’s so beautiful. also was fun during puffing Billy train ride. so cool that we can sit on the window with legs out.
Experience a steam train ride like never before on a tour bus, and visit the incredibly cute penguins returning to their nests. Beautiful weather combined with beautiful scenery. Many thanks to our local Australian guide for sharing detailed stories and explanations about the attractions, and for their safe driving, which allowed us to have such a wonderful day.
I really like this route. It is a great experience to take the century-old steam train and be able to stick your arms and legs out of the window. Of course, watching penguins come ashore is also a highlight. The scenic spots along the way are also very beautiful. I also saw wild kangaroos, hedgehogs, grey geese, etc. I highly recommend it and it is definitely a must-do itinerary!
Departure was punctual at the meeting point. Although the train was delayed by an hour due to a fallen tree, our tour guide, Gina, provided clear instructions and ensured the delay didn't impact the itinerary. She thoughtfully took care of each member of the group and assisted with taking videos and photos. We enjoyed the beautiful sea views on Philip Island and arrived at the beach before dark to prepare for the penguin parade. The beach was a bit far from where the penguins return to their nests, making it difficult to fully appreciate them, but the boardwalk offered a closer view of the penguins and a clearer view of the stars. If you'd like to have more time to explore near the attractions, bring some snacks to eat on the bus. Overall, I was very satisfied with the trip!

About the operator

Operated byExplore Australia
1115Total reviews
95 %Good review rate
100 %Response rate
More than 4 hoursResponse time
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Nathan was an excellent guide — professional, attentive, and provided very detailed explanations throughout the tour.
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