Puffing Billy, Moonlir Sanctuary & Brighton Boxes – Luxury Private Melbourne Escape

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Puffing Billy, Moonlir Sanctuary & Brighton Boxes – Luxury Private Melbourne Escape
A$890.00 A$1,090.00

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Tailor your itinerary and travel at your own pace with a private guide
  • Ride the century-old Puffing Billy Steam Train through the lush Dandenong Ranges
  • Visit Moonlit Sanctuary to meet kangaroos, koalas, and many other animals
  • Explore Melbourne's iconic Brighton Bathing Boxes (Colour houses)
  • Travel in a 8-seater for up to 7, 12-seater for larger groups

FULL DESCRIPTION

Must read before booking (Very Important Notice)
Admission tickets are included (Puffing Billy Train & Moonlit Sanctuary).

Ride Melbourne's heritage railway and meet Australia's cutest wildlife on a private day trip that pairs the Puffing Billy Steam Train with Moonlit Sanctuary. Travel at your own pace with private transport and a professional driver-guide, adjusting the route and timing to suit your group.

Start with private hotel pickup from Melbourne CBD or your preferred address. At Puffing Billy, board the open-sided carriages and roll through fern gullies and eucalyptus forest on one of Australia's most iconic rail experiences.

After your steam-train ride, your private vehicle continues to Moonlit Sanctuary. Learn about conservation, hand-feed friendly kangaroos, look for koalas, and enjoy keeper talks and wildlife presentations – great for families and animal lovers.

You will also explore Brighton Bathing Boxes on the way back. Your driver will then return you to Melbourne CBD or your chosen drop-off location.

Upon request, we can also stop at Melbourne’s original handmade UGG factory for some shopping.

Enjoy a relaxed shopping experience with time to browse authentic Australian sheepskin footwear, cosy slippers, and locally made gifts. It’s a great opportunity to find a practical souvenir, learn more about the craftsmanship behind these iconic boots, and take home something warm and uniquely Melbourne.

 

Flexible Scheduling: The 9-hour duration allows ample time to cover all essential material while incorporating breaks, hands-on activities, and opportunities for questions. This balanced format helps participants stay engaged and leaves room for practical application of what they learn.

Duration: 9-10 hours.

ITINERARY

A memorable full-day experience combining Melbourne's colourful coastline, Australian UGG shopping, native wildlife and the iconic Puffing Billy steam train, all with the comfort of a luxury private vehicle.

9:00 AM

Hotel Pickup – Melbourne
Begin your journey in your luxury vehicle and enjoy a comfortable drive towards Brighton Beach.

45-minute drive

 

9:45 AM

Brighton Bathing Boxes
Discover the iconic colourful beach huts, enjoy the coastal atmosphere and capture beautiful holiday photographs.

45-minute visit · Until 10:30 AM

 

10:50 AM

Jumbo UGG Shopping Experience
Travel to Jumbo UGG and browse Australian sheepskin boots and other products.

20-minute drive · 30-minute shopping stop

Shopping ends at 11:20 AM

 

12:00 PM

Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Experience
After a scenic drive, discover Australia's unique wildlife, encounter kangaroos and wallabies, and enjoy time exploring the sanctuary. An optional lunch can be enjoyed during your visit.

40-minute drive · 2.5-hour visit, including optional lunch

Until 2:30 PM

 

3:30 PM

Journey to Emerald – Puffing Billy Railway
Relax in your luxury vehicle as you travel towards the beautiful Dandenong Ranges and the historic railway experience.

1-hour drive · Arrival around 3:30 PM

 

3:30 PM onwards

Puffing Billy Steam Train Experience
Enjoy a memorable ride aboard the historic Puffing Billy Railway through lush forest, fern gullies and picturesque mountain scenery.

1-hour train journey

 

After the Train

Return to Melbourne Hotel
Sit back and relax in your luxury vehicle on the final journey back to your hotel.

Approximately 1-hour drive after the train ride

Tour overview

Estimated total duration

9 hours 50 minutes

 

Main attractions

Brighton Bathing Boxes · Jumbo UGG · Moonlit Sanctuary · Emerald · Puffing Billy Railway

 

Transport

Luxury private vehicle with hotel pickup and return.

Important scheduling note: The total duration is approximately 9 hours 50 minutes, based on your stated driving and visit times, plus the one-hour train ride. The exact hotel return time depends on the departure time of the selected Puffing Billy service. Train availability and the departure station should be confirmed before finalising the itinerary.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • PUFFING BILLY TICKET — INCLUDED

  • MOONLIT SANCTUARY ENTRY — INCLUDED

  • WI-FI - INCLUDED
  • BOTTLE OF WATER - INCLUDED

  • PRIVATE TOUR — INCLUDED

  • AIR CONDITIONED VEHICLE- INCLUDED
  • PICK-UP FROM YOUR PREFERRED ADDRESS — INCLUDED

  • DROP-OFF AT YOUR PREFERRED ADDRESS — INCLUDED

 

For enquiries, please contact us via the Contact page on this website or through WhatsApp.

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