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Puffing Billy & The Dandenong Ranges
Highlights
- Ride the iconic Puffing Billy through lush gullies, experiencing the charm of the Dandenong Ranges firsthand.
- Marvel at breathtaking views from the Sky High Observation platform, capturing the beauty of the rolling hills below.
- Explore the Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens, immersing yourself in the vibrant local flora and natural beauty.
- Shop in Sassafras or Olinda, discovering uniquely Australian delights that tickle your taste buds and spark joy.
One hour east of Melbourne awaits the spectacular and majestic Dandenong Ranges. From the rolling hills, lush fern glades and towering trees, to quaint village townships of local providores that will tickle your taste buds with their delights.
The ranges are also famously home to the iconic stream train Puffing Billy that chugs it way through lush gullies and winding scenery between its beautiful towns.
This half day experience in the Dandenong Ranges starts with Puffing Billy. Young or old, a ride on Puffing Billy is a highlight that many guests to revel in.
From there you view the ranges ‘From the top’ with a visit to the Sky High Observation platform, taking in stunning views. Then it’s onto the Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens, showcasing the region’s local flora. Finally, you finish up with some shopping in Sassafras or Olinda townships, both packed with uniquely Australian delights, be they food, clothing, homewares or novelties.
Tour details
- On demand
Features
Service facilities
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Access & Inclusion
An access and inclusion statement is available on the business website.
- https://yourexclusivetours.com.au/accessibility-inclusion-statement/
Operation information
Your Exclusive Tours
Your Exclusive Tours provides private, luxury, and sightseeing travel experiences in Melbourne and Victoria. You are not limited in visiting key regional destinations or attractions around this beautiful city or state, as their company philosophy is Your Tour Your Experience. Your Exclusive Tours love nothing more than customising their private tours or creating that private, personalised tour experience just for you.
While exploring Melbourne and Victoria, you are professionally chauffeur driven in luxury vehicles catering to your group (1 to 10 people).
Choosing one of the fantastic tourist destinations in Melbourne and around Victoria can be completed in one day or Your Exclusive Tours can create a private tour to take you anywhere your heart desires and as time permits.
Whether it be: Melbourne City Sights and Sounds; The Great Ocean Road; Phillip Island; The Yarra Valley; Mornington Peninsula; Shore Excursions; their On-demand concierge service or customised wedding destination tours and transfers.
Your friendly tour hosts and guides love nothing more than sharing their knowledge and personal stories of Melbourne and Victoria. They love seeing the smiles on guests’ faces as they visit and experience sights and surrounds with them. Many of their guests say their Your Exclusive Tours Experience was a real highlight as part of their stay in Melbourne and Victoria.
Create, explore, and experience your own private tour with Your Exclusive Tours.
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Accreditations
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ATEC India Host
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ATEC Tourism Trade Ready
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
Memberships
- Australian Tourism Export Council
- Victoria Tourism Industry Council
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