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Puffing Billy and Healesville Sanctuary Day Tour
Highlights
- Embark on a scenic drive through towering forests, immersing yourself in the natural beauty of the Dandenong Ranges.
- Board the historic Puffing Billy steam train, enjoying a leisurely ride over iconic trestle bridges and through lush valleys.
- Explore Healesville Sanctuary, meeting koalas and kangaroos while expert keepers share engaging wildlife stories.
- Stroll the landscaped grounds of the sanctuary, experiencing a day filled with nature, history, and unforgettable memories.
Step into the charm of the Dandenong Ranges on this Puffing Billy and Healesville Sanctuary tour. Begin with a scenic drive through towering forests and fern-filled gullies, before boarding the historic Puffing Billy steam train. Relax as it winds through lush valleys, over iconic trestle bridges and past quaint villages, every moment is picture-perfect.
Next, visit Healesville Sanctuary, a haven for Australia’s unique wildlife. Stroll the landscaped grounds and meet koalas, kangaroos, wombats and more, with expert keepers sharing fascinating stories that bring each encounter to life.
This tour effortlessly combines history, nature and wildlife, offering a day of discovery, beauty and unforgettable memories.
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Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
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Melbourne Elite Tours Pty Ltd
Melbourne Elite Tours was created with the understanding that great holidays become cherished memories that stay with us for a lifetime. With that in mind, Melbourne Elite Tours aims to exceed all your expectations by designing a personalised luxury tour suitable for individuals, couples, families or groups.
All tours, whether they are single or multi day, include travel in a luxury Mercedes, morning or afternoon tea and a gourmet two-course lunch with beverage. All wine tastings and entry to locations are also included.
Melbourne Elite Tours go out of their way to offer unique experiences that showcase the beautiful state of Victoria. Their guides have an in-depth knowledge and passion for showing the best of Melbourne and regional Victoria.
Their range of tours are designed to highlight each region, with the opportunity to fully customise each trip to suit your individual interests. Many options can be arranged, from helicopter flights over the 12 Apostles on the Great Ocean Road to balloon flights over the beautiful Yarra Valley or even getting up close and personal with Australian wildlife.
Accreditations
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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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