Puffing Billy & Redwoods Discovery Tour

What your day looks like

Depart Melbourne in the morning and journey into the lush forests of the Dandenong Ranges, where heritage, nature, and local flavours come together. This experience is designed to feel relaxed, balanced, and easy to enjoy. With a maximum of 24 guests, travel in comfort alongside an expert local guide who brings the region to life through stories and local insight. Begin your day aboard the iconic Puffing Billy Railway, travelling from Belgrave to Menzies Creek through towering forests and fern-filled gullies. When open, you’ll also have the opportunity to explore the Menzies Creek Museum and discover the history behind this much-loved heritage railway. From here, the pace slows as you head into the picturesque Yarra Valley. In the charming township of Warburton, enjoy free time to purchase lunch from local cafés or bakeries and relax by the riverside. Continue into nature at the Redwood Forest Warburton, where you can wander among towering Californian redwoods and follow a peaceful trail toward Cement Creek, creating a serene and memorable experience. To finish, enjoy a guided wine tasting in the Yarra Valley, sampling cool-climate wines while taking in scenic vineyard surroundings. Return to Melbourne in the late afternoon with a day that blends history, nature, and local flavours into one seamless experience.