Puffing Billy, Yarra Valley Wine & Brighton Beach Boxes – Luxury Private Tour

  • Duration: 9 Hours (approx.)
  • Location: VIC
  • Product code: PUYABR

Discover the best of Victoria on a private full-day tour created exclusively for you and your group. Ride the historic Puffing Billy Railway, savour wine tastings in the beautiful Yarra Valley, and visit Melbourne’s iconic Brighton Beach Boxes—all in one unforgettable day.


Begin your journey aboard the famous Puffing Billy Railway, one of Victoria’s most beloved heritage steam trains. Travel through the lush forests and picturesque landscapes of the Dandenong Ranges, enjoying a uniquely Australian experience surrounded by spectacular scenery.


Continue to the picturesque Yarra Valley, one of Victoria’s premier wine regions. Visit a local winery for a selection of tastings, soak up the peaceful vineyard setting, and discover the region’s distinctive local flavours at a relaxed pace.


Your final stop is Brighton Beach, home to Melbourne’s colourful and much-loved Brighton Beach Boxes. Stroll along the coastline, embrace the laid-back beach atmosphere, and capture memorable photos beside these beautifully painted bathing boxes.


Tour Highlights




  • Enjoy a private tour exclusively for your group




  • Ride aboard the historic Puffing Billy Railway




  • Journey through the scenic Dandenong Ranges




  • Explore the picturesque Yarra Valley




  • Enjoy wine tastings at a local winery




  • Take in Victoria’s beautiful vineyard landscapes




  • Visit the iconic Brighton Beach Boxes




  • Enjoy coastal views and excellent photo opportunities




  • Travel in comfort in a premium vehicle




  • Experience flexible, personalised sightseeing



  • ALL ENTRANCE & ADMISSION FEES ARE INCLUDED.


What to Expect


This private experience lets you explore some of Victoria’s most memorable attractions without the constraints of a large group tour. Travel comfortably with your own group, set a relaxed pace, and enjoy a day tailored to your interests.


From a historic steam train and rolling vineyards to colourful beach boxes by the sea, this tour brings together three distinct sides of Victoria in one unforgettable day.


Your group. Your journey. Your Victoria experience.


WHAT’S INCLUDED




  • PUFFING BILLY TICKET — INCLUDED




  • YARRA VALLEY WINE TASTING — 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




Relax and enjoy the experience knowing that your Puffing Billy ticket and wine tasting fees are already included in the tour price.


Optional Visit to an Australian UGG Workshop


Upon request, we can also make a special stop at a local Australian UGG workshop, where you can explore authentic, handcrafted UGG products made in Australia.


Discover the craftsmanship behind these iconic Australian sheepskin products and browse a selection of handmade UGG boots and footwear available for purchase.


This optional stop can be arranged upon request, making your private tour even more personalised and memorable.


Flexible Pickup & Drop-Off


Enjoy the convenience of door-to-door service throughout your private tour. We’ll pick you up from your preferred address and, at the end of the day, drop you off at your preferred destination.


No fixed meeting points, no need to worry about getting around — simply choose where you’d like to start and finish your journey, and enjoy a comfortable, personalised experience from beginning to end.


Tour Duration


Enjoy approximately 9 hours of private touring, giving you plenty of time to experience Puffing Billy, explore the beautiful Yarra Valley, enjoy wine tasting, and visit the iconic Brighton Beach Boxes at a relaxed pace.



 G&E Tours Melbourne – Daily Tour Itinerary

Hotel Pickup: 10:00 AM





  • 10:00 AM




    Hotel Pickup – Melbourne
    Begin your luxury journey towards Brighton Beach.


    45-minute drive




     




    10:45 AM




    Brighton Bathing Boxes
    Enjoy the colourful beach huts, coastal views and photo opportunities.


    45-minute visit · Until 11:30 AM




     




    11:50 AM




    Jumbo UGG Shopping
    Browse Australian sheepskin products and UGG boots.


    20-minute drive · 30-minute shopping stop · Until 12:20 PM




     




    1:35 PM




    Balgownie Estate – Wine Tasting & Photography
    Enjoy vineyard scenery, an optional wine-tasting experience and memorable photographs.


    1 hour 15-minute drive · 1-hour visit · Until 2:35 PM




     




    3:25 PM




    Emerald Lake Park
    Enjoy the peaceful lake, beautiful forest surroundings and scenic walking areas.


    50-minute drive · 30-minute visit · Until 3:55 PM




     




    3:55 PM




    Puffing Billy Railway – Train Journey to Belgrave
    Experience the historic steam train as it travels through the beautiful Dandenong Ranges.


    1-hour train journey · Subject to the railway timetable




     




    After the Train




    Return to Melbourne Hotel
    Relax in your luxury vehicle on the final journey back to your hotel.


    1-hour drive





  • Tour summary




    • Hotel pickup: 10:00 AM








    • Estimated hotel return: 6:55 PM








    • Total duration: Approximately 8 hours 55 minutes








    • Highlights: Brighton Bathing Boxes, Jumbo UGG, Balgownie Estate, Emerald Lake Park and Puffing Billy Railway.






  • Important: The schedule follows your requested travel times. Please confirm the Puffing Billy departure time and station before finalising the itinerary, as the train timetable may require adjustments 



 


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


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