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Many Melbourne highlights, such as Puffing Billy and the penguins of Phillip Island, are far from the city and tricky to visit on your own. But this seamless full-day tour makes it easy for you to go. Relax as the bus takes you out to the Dandenong Ranges and down to the coast while your guide arranges your steam train tickets and the timing to see the adorable penguin parade.

(IMPORTANT NOTE: Penguin Parade Watch is NOT included on these dates: Aug 18/19/24/25/26, 2026 due to the late Puffing Billy train departure) Two Icons in One Day – Puffing Billy steam train + Penguin Parade. Flexible Itinerary – Adjusted to train & penguin schedules. Close-Up Wildlife – Kangaroos, koalas & more at a local sanctuary. Scenic Variety – Beaches, rainforest, coastlines, and Phillip Island. Stress-Free Package – All highlights in one full-day trip.

Travelers short on time can still experience one of Melbourne’s best day trips with this afternoon tour to Phillip Island. After a free morning, travel in the early afternoon to Phillip Island, with time for some sightseeing before watching the famous penguin parade at sunset. For people not sure what to do in the morning, you can choose to include a morning trip to ride the Puffing Billy steam train.

It’s so tempting to explore further afield from the city when you’re on vacation, but between planning the route and the itinerary, it can feel like more trouble than it’s worth. But not so with this Puffing Billy tour Penguin Parade combo tour, which treats you to a side of Melbourne that way too many tourists don’t get to see, and with convenient pickup from a selection of hotels too.

Steam Train & Penguin Island Day Tour Experience a perfect blend of history, wildlife, and breathtaking scenery with our Steam Train & Penguin Island Day Tour. Start your adventure with a nostalgic steam train ride through lush Australian landscapes. Feel the excitement as you travel back in time, enjoying the scenic views along the way. Next, head to Penguin Island to witness the magical Penguin Parade. As the sun sets, watch hundreds of adorable little penguins waddle from the sea to their burrows, creating a truly unforgettable wildlife experience. Your expert guide will share fascinating facts about the penguins and their conservation. With comfortable air-conditioned transport, a guide, and Steam Train and Penguin Standard Viewing tickets included, this seamless tour offers the perfect day out for nature lovers and families. Book your Steam Train & Penguin Island Day Tour now for a memorable Australian adventure!

Important:The exact departure time will between 8am to 12pm, the exact time provided 12 Hours before departing by SMS or E-mail. Start a day with the Brighton Bathing Boxes, are one of the most photographed locations in the city and its environs and have come to represent the suburbs of Melbourne. Then experience a trip down memory lane at Puffing Billy, Australia's best-preserved vintage steam train, located in the gorgeous Dandenong Ranges. Finally,we go to the Penguin Parade before dusk, where you can explore the "Penguin Experience" exhibit to find out more about these amazing creatures. Penguins, seals, koalas, wallabies, and other Australian animals abound on Phillip Island! Take a stroll to Summerland Beach and see the Penguin Parade from the main grandstand.

Combine visits to two prominent nature attractions outside Melbourne without having to organize your own transport with this full-day shared tour to Phillip Island and the Mornington Peninsula. Drive to the Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park to see its broad range of Australian wildlife. Then head to Phillip Island for the evening penguin parade, stopping at several coastal spots along the way.

Ideal for travelers with limited time, focuses on the must see highlights without unnecessary stops or large coach crowds. Enjoy direct hotel pickup in Melbourne and a comfortable, nonstop drive to Phillip Island for a smooth and time-efficient experience. Visit The Nobbies coastal boardwalks, one of Phillip Island’s most scenic viewpoints, before experiencing the world-famous Penguin Parade at sunset. Traveling in a private vehicle allows for flexible timing, a relaxed pace, and better photo opportunities compared to standard group tours. This express tour includes Penguin Parade General admission tickets, so there’s no need for pre-booking or extra costs. After the parade, unwind on the return journey back to Melbourne with convenient drop-off at your accommodation. Perfect for couples, families, cruise passengers, and visitors seeking a private Penguin tour from Melbourne, this express experience delivers Australia’s iconic wildlife in a stress-free, time-smart, and premium way.

Learn about Australia’s diverse wildlife on this full-day tour of Phillip Island from Melbourne, including round-trip transport. See native Aussie animals at the Phillip Island Koala Conservation Reserve. Then, take a tour of Phillip Island, visiting scenic lookouts and beaches. End the day watching the memorable sunset Penguin Parade at Summerland Beach. A must-do tour for animal enthusiasts and families, without the hassle of self-driving.

Experience two of Victoria's most iconic attractions in one unforgettable day on this scenic tour from Melbourne. Ride aboard the historic Puffing Billy Steam Railway, Australia's oldest preserved steam train, as it winds through the lush forests and picturesque landscapes of the Dandenong Ranges. Relax at the beautiful Emerald Lake Park before continuing to the stunning coastline of Phillip Island, one of Australia's premier wildlife destinations. As the sun sets, witness the world-famous Phillip Island Penguin Parade, where hundreds of adorable Little Penguins return from the ocean and waddle across the beach to their burrows in an extraordinary natural spectacle. Combining heritage rail travel, breathtaking scenery, and Australia's most beloved wildlife experience, this tour is perfect for families, photographers, nature lovers, and first-time visitors. Book now for an unforgettable journey showcasing the very best of Victoria.

Experience Phillip Island in small-group comfort with no more than 11 guests—not 24 or 27 people on a coach. Travel in a modern Mercedes-Benz Vito or Sprinter with comfortable seating and climate control. Our exceptional guides combine wildlife knowledge, warm service and Penguin Parade advice to keep the day relaxed and organised. Provide any Melbourne CBD hotel, apartment or nominated address. We will collect you there and return you to the same place after the Penguin Parade. Guests outside the CBD receive a convenient meeting point. Visit Moonlit Sanctuary, with admission included, to see koalas, kangaroos and other Australian wildlife. Continue to The Nobbies for dramatic coastal views while looking for wild wallabies and native birdlife, then watch little penguins return ashore after sunset. Choose General Viewing or Penguins Plus when booking. Penguins Plus requires confirmation and is subject to availability. Other viewing tickets may be requested for an additional charge.

Discover the natural delights of Phillip Island with an eco-tour from Melbourne. See the iconic Brighton Beach bathing boxes, visit the beach and take some time to admire these historic landmarks. Head to the Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park for an up-close encounter with kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, and other native Australian wildlife. Finish the day at a local beach where you can watch hundreds of some of the world's tiniest penguins waddle out of the ocean and across the sand to their burrows.

Getting out of Melbourne and down to Philip Island takes a couple of hours at the wheel, and doesn’t leave much opportunity to take in the sights en route. Leave the driving to a guide and check off two wildlife encounters in just one day as you travel there by coach. Watch the “penguin parade”—fairy penguins making their way to their burrows—from an exclusive viewing platform, and visit the Phillip Island Koala Reserve to see the Australian marsupial up close.

There are so many sights to see in and around Melbourne, like the Australian National Heritage-listed Great Ocean Road that goes along the south-eastern coast—it’s easy to miss things if you try exploring it without a guide. On this group tour, your guide spends days showing you all the essential stops, from Apollo Bay to the Phillip Island Nature Parks Penguin Parade, and more.

Streamline your wildlife viewing and check off two of Phillip Island’s native species in just one day on this comprehensive, full-day tour from Melbourne. Instead of juggling separate bookings and reservations, head out by coach to view fairy penguins at Phillip Island Nature Park—home to the largest colony in the world—and see one of Australia’s most beloved marsupials, koalas, at Phillip Island Koala Conservation Reserve.

Experience the Phillip Island Penguin Parade on a half-day afternoon tour from Melbourne, perfect for travellers short on time. Skip the full-day tour and travel direct to Phillip Island, arriving in time to explore the coastal scenery at The Nobbies before sunset. At The Nobbies, stroll scenic boardwalks overlooking rugged cliffs and ocean views of Bass Strait. Take in views toward Seal Rocks and, if conditions are right, watch the blowhole in action along this spectacular coastline. As evening falls, witness the world-famous Phillip Island Penguin Parade, where hundreds of little penguins return from the ocean and waddle across the beach to their burrows. This unforgettable wildlife experience is a highlight of any visit to Victoria. This Phillip Island afternoon tour from Melbourne is ideal for those wanting a shorter, more direct experience without a full-day commitment. Pickup is also available from San Remo for guests staying on or near Phillip Island.

If you're short on time in Melbourne but keen to check off as much Australian wildlife as possible, this full-day tour to Philip Island is your best bet. Visit a wildlife center (own expense), a working dairy farm, and a hotspot for native birdlife. The day is capped off by Summerland Beach's "Penguin Parade"—see hundreds of the world’s smallest penguin species make their way to their homes in the dunes.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Melbourne and spend a day discovering Australian wildlife on this full-day excursion to Phillip Island. Alongside a private guide, enjoy stops at nature parks, museums, natural monuments, and wineries to get a full overview of the area. Then, in the evening, head to the Phillip Island Nature Park to watch hundreds of penguins parade back down to their beach burrows.

Check out two destinations in one tour with this group excursion that explores the best of Melbourne, then heads over to Phillip Island to watch the penguins waddle around at sunset. Your guide takes care of logistics, driving you to Melbourne landmarks like the MCG, Fitzroy Gardens, St. Patrick's Cathedral, and Hosier Lane. Then, relax in your air-conditioned vehicle on your way to Phillip Island, where you’ll take in the stunning views at the Nobbies and witness adorable penguins returning to their burrows.

Experience two of Victoria's most iconic attractions in one unforgettable day on this Puffing Billy Train and Phillip Island Penguin Parade Tour from Melbourne. Begin with a visit to Brighton Beach, famous for its colorful bathing boxes and sweeping views of Port Phillip Bay—one of Melbourne's most photographed coastal landmarks. Step aboard the historic Puffing Billy Railway, Australia's oldest preserved steam train, and enjoy a scenic journey through the lush forests of the Dandenong Ranges aboard its famous open-sided carriages. Continue to Maru Koala and Animal Park, where you can encounter Australia's unique wildlife, including koalas, kangaroos, wombats, emus, and other native animals. Travel onward to The Nobbies Centre on spectacular Phillip Island, where dramatic coastal cliffs, rugged boardwalks, and panoramic ocean views overlook the famous Seal Rocks, home to Australia's largest colony of fur seals. As the sun sets, witness the world-famous Penguin Parade

Maximize your time in Australia, and check off two of Victoria's top wildlife spectacles in just one day on this comprehensive tour. From Melbourne, head to the Nobbies to soak up views of Philip Island's south coast, and check out the colony of resident fur seals. Then, it's time to spot some of the area's cutest residents, little penguins (also known as "fairy penguins"). As the night rolls in, watch as hundreds waddle along the beach and head into their burrows.

There are so many amazing things to see in and around Melbourne that it can be tough to squeeze them all in, but this full-day group trip to Phillip Island is a great place to start. This way, you get to visit Brighton Beach, Nobbies Centre, the Penguin Parade, and a wildlife park, but don’t have to put up with any of the stress of organizing tickets, transport, and itineraries.

A scenic day trip from Melbourne leads to Phillip Island's stunning coastline and its famous Penguin Parade. Visit Maru Koala and Animal Park for a close encounter with kangaroos and koalas. Enjoy breathtaking views along the coastal Boulevard Drive and experience the enchanting sight of little penguins returning home at sunset. This tour includes pick-up from Melbourne CBD and Southbank, providing a comfortable ride in an air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced guide. - Visit Maru Koala and Animal Park for wildlife encounters - Enjoy stunning views at Nobbies Lookout along Boulevard Drive - Witness the iconic Penguin Parade at sunset - Includes pick-up and drop-off from Melbourne CBD and Southbank