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Lake Mountain Snow & Puffing Billy Experience!
Melbourne’s closest snow experience combined with a ride on the iconic Puffing Billy steam train.
Embark on an unforgettable Lake Mountain snow tour from Melbourne, where you will enjoy over three hours of snow play in a stunning alpine setting. Perfect for families, couples, and first-time snow visitors, this experience offers the chance to build snowmen, enjoy tobogganing (own expense), and take in the fresh mountain air.
In the afternoon, step aboard the world-famous Puffing Billy steam train for a one-hour journey through the lush forests and fern gullies of the Dandenong Ranges. Sit on the open-sided carriage and dangle your legs as you take in breathtaking views along this historic railway — one of Victoria’s most iconic experiences.
Travel through the scenic Black Spur, one of the most beautiful rainforest drives in Victoria, surrounded by towering mountain ash trees and dense fern-lined roads.
This tour combines the best of Victoria’s winter landscapes with a truly unique heritage experience, making it one of the most popular snow tours from Melbourne.
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Secure your seat on this unforgettable winter adventure combining snow play and one of Victoria’s most iconic attractions.
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Absolutely amazing day! The Puffing Billy ride through the rainforest was a highlight and our guide made the whole experience seamless and fun. - Paula M
Well organised, great communication and stunning locations. The snow at Lake Mountain was perfect for our family. - Friederika K
A must-do experience from Melbourne. Everything was taken care of and the small group made it feel really personal. - Gawri D
Excellent staff, great trip. Highly recommended. - Dan S
Travel along the stunning Black Spur Drive, one of Victoria’s most beautiful rainforest routes, surrounded by towering mountain ash trees and lush fern gullies.
Start your day with a stop in the charming township of Healesville, where you can grab a coffee or a snack.
Arrive at Lake Mountain, Melbourne’s closest snow resort, and enjoy over three hours of snow play. Build snowmen, try tobogganing (own expense), and take in the breathtaking alpine scenery.
Step aboard the world-famous Puffing Billy steam train for a one-hour journey through the lush forests of the Dandenong Ranges. Sit on the open-sided carriage and dangle your legs on an iconic experiences.
* Our itineraries can change unexpectedly and are subject to alterations without prior notice. Snow conditions are weather dependent.
Popular Melbourne day tours include the Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles, Phillip Island Penguin Parade, Puffing Billy steam train experiences, Wilsons Promontory wilderness tours and Lake Mountain snow tours. Explore Australia Tours offers small-group guided experiences to Victoria’s most iconic destinations.
Explore Australia Tours offers several Puffing Billy experiences include
These tours depart from Melbourne and include a scenic 1 hour journey aboard the iconic Puffing Billy steam train through the Dandenong Ranges.
Our Phillip Island tours include;
Guests can experience the world-famous Penguin Parade and visit scenic coastal locations including The Nobbies.
Yes, Explore Australia Tours specialises in small-group day tours from Melbourne, offering a more personal and immersive touring experience with experienced local guides and modern vehicles.
Melbourne’s free tram network makes getting to/from our pickup locations easy, below are our pickup locations;
You can select your pickup location during the booking process, any changes to your pickup location need to meade at lwast 48 hours prior to your tour departure. To ensure a seamless experience, please plan to arrive about 10 minutes before your scheduled departure time.
Yes, selected Explore Australia Tours include multilingual GPS-triggered commentary through the Explore Australia app, available in 15 languages including;
Guests can download tour content in advance for offline access and enjoy location-based insights throughout their journey. More details CLICK HERE
A guided day tour is one of the easiest and most popular ways to experience the Great Ocean Road from Melbourne. Explore Australia Tours offers small-group Great Ocean Road tours featuring the 12 Apostles, coastal scenery, wildlife encounters and experienced local guides.
Booking direct with Explore Australia Tours means you are dealing directly with our friendly Melbourne-based team who know our Melbourne day tours inside out. As a family-owned Australian company, we are passionate about showcasing the very best of Victoria through small-group experiences led by knowledgeable local guides. Guests who book direct also receive 10% off using promo code EADIRECT, along with live availability and instant confirmation.
Get 10 % off your first direct booking — small-group adventures await!
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