Top Melbourne Rail Tours

Experience Australian wildlife and rainforest up-close and personal with a full day trip to Moonlit Sanctuary and the Puffing Billy Steam Train from Melbourne. Explore Moonlit Sanctuary's bushland setting with an experienced guide, and meet animals that range from koalas to kangaroos, dingos to monitor lizards. Learn about local conservation efforts. Soak up the wild atmosphere of a mountain rainforest while riding a century-old steam train along scenic tracks before returning to Melbourne.

AUSTRALIA’S PREMIER RAIL RESTAURANT. Showcasing Local Food, Wine, Beer and Cider. The Q Train is an award winning restaurant that travels along the historic Bellarine Railway between Drysdale and Queenscliff. Never before has Australia seen a heritage rail line used for showcasing local food, wine, beer and cider. We’re inviting locals and visitors alike to come aboard our restored carriages and enjoy a gastronomical journey unlike anything else you have experienced. In 2019, Australian MasterChef were wowed by the experience and hosted a team challenge episode on board The Q Train! We are serving local produce on every journey from the comfort of our refurbished dining cars; providing every customer with a delicious rail journey, and unique views of Swan Bay and the Bellarine. Wine and dine in style with The Q Train.

Experience the beauty of the Bellarine Peninsula on this amazing gastronomical lunch journey on the heritage Q Train. Featuring a multi-course degustation menu showcasing local produce, wines, beers, and ciders from the region, this memorable lunch ride departs from Drysdale (an easy 15-minute journey from Geelong), and offers scenic views over the peninsula, including a stop at Swan Bay.

AUSTRALIA’S PREMIER RAIL RESTAURANT. Showcasing Local Food, Wine, Beer and Cider. The Q Train is an award winning restaurant that travels along the historic Bellarine Railway between Drysdale and Queenscliff. Never before has Australia seen a heritage rail line used for showcasing local food, wine, beer and cider. We’re inviting locals and visitors alike to come aboard our restored carriages and enjoy a gastronomical journey unlike anything else you have experienced. In 2019, Australian MasterChef were wowed by the experience and hosted a team challenge episode on board The Q Train! We are serving local produce on every journey from the comfort of our refurbished dining cars; providing every customer with a delicious rail journey, and unique views of Swan Bay and the Bellarine. Wine and dine in style with The Q Train.

We depart early from Melbourne. Small groups. maximum 11 passengers. Avoid crowds and other tour buseses.

Experience the Great Ocean Road’s top attractions on this guided excursion that follows the iconic road in reverse. Embark on your journey and beat the crowds while learning about the region’s scenic landscapes and pretty coastal towns from an informative guide. Visit sites including the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, Port Campbell, London Bridge, and Great Otway National Park Rainforest.

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. Visit the Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park for an up-close encounter with koalas and other 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.

Take in breathtaking sights of long sandy beaches and dramatic cliffs on this guided, full-day tour of Australia’s Great Ocean Road. See some of the most spectacular coastal scenery on Earth, including the Twelve Apostles limestone stacks and Gibson's Steps, site of historic cliff lines. Bushwalk in Great Otway National Park and try out your koala-spotting skills. Travel in a deluxe mini-coach with a small group for a relaxing, personalized experience.

Discover some of Australia’s most photographed landscapes on this full-day tour of the famous Great Ocean Road from Melbourne. Stop for morning tea in Anglesea, spot wild koalas along the way, and tuck into lunch overlooking the dramatic Apollo Bay. After lunch, enjoy a hike through Great Otway National Park, learn how the notorious Shipwreck Coast earned its name, and marvel over natural landmarks like the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and the Gibson Steps.

Discover Australia’s postcard paradise as you travel along one of the world’s most iconic coastal roads. Dodge the crowds by driving the famous Great Ocean Road in reverse, starting with morning tea in Colac, then stopping to view landmarks like the Gibson Steps, Loch Ard Gorge, and the 12 Apostles. After tucking into a delicious picnic lunch, take a hike through the Otway rain forest, spot koalas along the Kennet River, and enjoy dramatic views over Apollo Bay. This full-day tour from Melbourne includes lunch and hotel pick-up.

Indulge in the culinary delights of the Yarra Valley on this full-day food and wine tour. Learn about regional wines at two boutique wineries and visit a local brewery to tap beer. Plus, satisfy your sweet tooth with samples of handmade chocolates and ice cream at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Ice-Creamery. Socialize with other passengers as you cruise through the beautiful valley aboard a mini-coach equipped with storage space for cooler boxes for any food and wine purchases along the way.

Make the most of your time in Melbourne with a private customizable tour designed to suit your group of up to eleven people. With your guide, plan your half-day or full-day tour, choosing from options such as a city tour with St Kilda and Fitzroy; seeing native Australian animals at the Healesville Sanctuary or Phillip Island penguin parade; tasting wines in the Yarra Valley; or exploring the Great Ocean Road. Your private guide provides an informative tour for your group of family, friends or business colleagues.

Enjoy an authentic taste of the Yarra Valley on this full-day ecotour from Melbourne. Visit local farmers, family-run wineries, and artisan producers as you travel through the patchwork of vineyards and farmlands. Stop along the way to indulge in wine tasting at De Bortoli winery; sample scrumptious handmade chocolates at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie; and enjoy a delicious lunch at Rochford Winery. That’s not all: other stops include Yarra Valley Dairy and Yering Station.

Take in the scenery of the Great Ocean Road without the hassle of driving and navigation on this small-group tour from Melbourne. With just 11 travelers in the group, you are treated to extra attention from the guide and an intimate group atmosphere. Your small tour bus can stop at some of the off-the-beaten-path spots that mega tour buses can't access, giving you more views and experiences. Stops include the Gibson Steps, the Twelve Apostles, Teddys Lookout, a guided rain forest walk, and others, all accompanied by insightful guided commentary.

Travelers short on time in the Melbourne area don't need to miss out on one of Australia's greatest coastal road trips. This Great Ocean Road day tour includes many of the route's highlights, including the Twelve Apostles, Apollo Bay, and London Bridge. And, because this itinerary is the reverse of what many travelers take, you'll be skipping the worst of the crowds.

AUSTRALIA’S PREMIER RAIL RESTAURANT. Showcasing Local Food, Wine, Beer and Cider. The Q Train is an award winning restaurant that travels along the historic Bellarine Railway between Drysdale and Queenscliff. Never before has Australia seen a heritage rail line used for showcasing local food, wine, beer and cider. We’re inviting locals and visitors alike to come aboard our restored carriages and enjoy a gastronomical journey unlike anything else you have experienced. In 2019, Australian MasterChef were wowed by the experience and hosted a team challenge episode on board The Q Train! We are serving local produce on every journey from the comfort of our refurbished dining cars; providing every customer with a delicious rail journey, and unique views of Swan Bay and the Bellarine. Wine and dine in style with The Q Train.

AUSTRALIA’S PREMIER RAIL RESTAURANT. Showcasing Local Food, Wine, Beer and Cider. The Q Train is an award winning restaurant that travels along the historic Bellarine Railway between Drysdale and Queenscliff. Never before has Australia seen a heritage rail line used for showcasing local food, wine, beer and cider. We’re inviting locals and visitors alike to come aboard our restored carriages and enjoy a gastronomical journey unlike anything else you have experienced. In 2019, Australian MasterChef were wowed by the experience and hosted a team challenge episode on board The Q Train! We are serving local produce on every journey from the comfort of our refurbished dining cars; providing every customer with a delicious rail journey, and unique views of Swan Bay and the Bellarine. Wine and dine in style with The Q Train.

Take a ride on the Q Train and enjoy an evening of wining and dining as you travel between Drysdale and Queenscliff aboard a heritage train. Climb aboard and relax inside the restored carriages as you feast on local food, wine, beer, and cider. While you ride, enjoy views of the Bellarine and Swan Bay just as the sun is beginning to set.

AUSTRALIA’S PREMIER RAIL RESTAURANT. Showcasing Local Food, Wine, Beer and Cider. The Q Train is an award winning restaurant that travels along the historic Bellarine Railway between Drysdale and Queenscliff. Never before has Australia seen a heritage rail line used for showcasing local food, wine, beer and cider. We’re inviting locals and visitors alike to come aboard our restored carriages and enjoy a gastronomical journey unlike anything else you have experienced. In 2019, Australian MasterChef were wowed by the experience and hosted a team challenge episode on board The Q Train! We are serving local produce on every journey from the comfort of our refurbished dining cars; providing every customer with a delicious rail journey, and unique views of Swan Bay and the Bellarine. Wine and dine in style with The Q Train.

AUSTRALIA’S PREMIER RAIL RESTAURANT. Showcasing Local Food, Wine, Beer and Cider. The Q Train is an award winning restaurant that travels along the historic Bellarine Railway between Drysdale and Queenscliff. Never before has Australia seen a heritage rail line used for showcasing local food, wine, beer and cider. We’re inviting locals and visitors alike to come aboard our restored carriages and enjoy a gastronomical journey unlike anything else you have experienced. In 2019, Australian MasterChef were wowed by the experience and hosted a team challenge episode on board The Q Train! We are serving local produce on every journey from the comfort of our refurbished dining cars; providing every customer with a delicious rail journey, and unique views of Swan Bay and the Bellarine. Wine and dine in style with The Q Train.

Exciting function train tours around Melbourne for your end of year Christmas party needs. We depart from Southern Cross Station and proceed to travel to the West of Melbourne, while enjoying fine food and beverages. At our half way mark, you may disembark for 10 minutes before heading back to Melbourne while enjoying more dancing and dessert. Our function train has four different carriages you can move around in, a dance floor with a DJ, a cocktail room with a band, a seated area with a bar or a quiet compartment area to take in the views. We can create any atmosphere suited to your requirements. We have a range of entertainment available such as DJ’s, Bands, Karaoke, Mime artist, Mock Casinos, Comedian’s, Fire Performers, Hollywood Impersonators and more. Choose to make your event all glamour with gourmet foods, wines and a jazz band, or a casual fun party with drinks, scrumptious finger food and a funky DJ.

AUSTRALIA’S PREMIER RAIL RESTAURANT. Showcasing Local Food, Wine, Beer and Cider. The Q Train is an award winning restaurant that travels along the historic Bellarine Railway between Drysdale and Queenscliff. Never before has Australia seen a heritage rail line used for showcasing local food, wine, beer and cider. We’re inviting locals and visitors alike to come aboard our restored carriages and enjoy a gastronomical journey unlike anything else you have experienced. In 2019, Australian MasterChef were wowed by the experience and hosted a team challenge episode on board The Q Train! We are serving local produce on every journey from the comfort of our refurbished dining cars; providing every customer with a delicious rail journey, and unique views of Swan Bay and the Bellarine. Wine and dine in style with The Q Train.

Just an hour’s drive from Melbourne is the verdant landscape of the magnificent Dandenong Ranges, part of the Great Dividing mountain range which runs the entire length of the east coast of Australia. The Dandenongs are home to ‘Puffing Billy’. Operating since 1900, this fully restored steam engine is Australia’s oldest surviving and most famous steam train. With lush fern gullies brushing past, and Mountain Ash towering overhead, Puffing Billy makes for a wonderful opportunity to relax and breathe in the fresh mountain air whilst the train makes its way through the temperate rainforest. Re-live the romance and charm of the bygone days of steam as you travel back in time on this historic, narrow-gauge railway on its original mountain track.

AUSTRALIA’S PREMIER RAIL RESTAURANT. Showcasing Local Food, Wine, Beer and Cider. The Q Train is an award winning restaurant that travels along the historic Bellarine Railway between Drysdale and Queenscliff. Never before has Australia seen a heritage rail line used for showcasing local food, wine, beer and cider. We’re inviting locals and visitors alike to come aboard our restored carriages and enjoy a gastronomical journey unlike anything else you have experienced. In 2019, Australian MasterChef were wowed by the experience and hosted a team challenge episode on board The Q Train! We are serving local produce on every journey from the comfort of our refurbished dining cars; providing every customer with a delicious rail journey, and unique views of Swan Bay and the Bellarine. Wine and dine in style with The Q Train.