Autopia Tours - Victoria / New South Wales Williamstown North Animal Encounter
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Prices From £150.00
TOUR CODE: PBH-B
OPERATES: Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun (from 1st April 2024)
DEPARTS: 7:45am
RETURNS: 17:45pm
TOUR DURATION: 9.5 Hours
MAIN PICKUP LOCATION & TIME: Immigration Museum, 400 Flinders St cnr Market St, Melbourne @ 7:45am.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Travel back in time aboard the restored Puffing Billy Steam Train and experience Australia's most notable narrow gauge railway.
- Healesville Wildlife Sanctuary offers over 200 species of Australian birds, mammals, and reptiles for guests to explore at their leisure.
- Visit the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery with over 250 chocolate products.
- You will have the opportunity to travel through the magnificent tall forests of the Dandenong Ranges.
- Visit scenic Emerald Park Lakeside with its new Railway heritage-themed Visitor Centre.
Drive approximately one hour from Melbourne through the hills of the Dandenong Ranges with giant Mountain Ash and Ferns trees and take in spectacular views of Melbourne's skyline en-route to Puffing Billy Station.
Step back in time and enjoy a memorable one-hour journey on Australia's most notable narrow gauge railway aboard the restored Puffing Billy Steam Train. Keep an eye out for wildlife as you weave in and out of the forest-covered hills aboard Puffing Billy's iconic open carriages between Belgrave and Lakeside. You may also see kookaburras, cockatoos, lyrebirds, and crimson rosellas in the stunning Sherbrooke Forest. Get to know one of the many dedicated volunteers helping to preserve this 121-year-old steam railway. The ticket includes entry to the state-of-the-art Lakeside Visitor Centre, which includes a railway cafe, mini-museum, and gift shop where guests will have time to purchase morning tea and/or lunch (at their own expense).
Back on the bus we drive through the Yarra Valley en route to Healesville township. Guests will have two hours to explore Healesville Wildlife Sanctuary, Australia's premier wildlife and nature sanctuary which is home to over 200 species of Australian birds, mammals and reptiles in a natural bushland setting. You can get up close to koalas, kangaroos, wombats, emus, cockatoos, parrots, and many more. Within the sanctuary, you can witness the amazing and exciting Eagles Fly demonstration. Walk through aviaries and ponds and see the nocturnal house with the shy platypus.
Our final stop for the day will be a visit to the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery with over 250 chocolate, truffle and ice-cream varieties! Guests can see the chocolatiers at work, browse the chocolate shop and indulge in a decadent hot chocolate or coffee (at their own expense) before relaxing on the return journey to Melbourne. Relax on the return journey to Melbourne.
Driving Distance: 200km.
*Autopia Tours reserves the right to alter the itinerary route and winery stops due to unforeseen circumstances, such as group sizes, special events and third-party operator closures.
INCLUSIONS:
- Puffing Billy 1-hour train excursion from Belgrave to Lakeside (one-way)
- Admission into Healesville Sanctuary Wildlife Park
- Hosted by an experienced driver-guide
- Air-conditioned comfortable coach travel
- Comprehensive local tour commentary
- Selected Melbourne inner-city pick-up/drop-off points
EXCLUSIONS:
- Any meals or tastings not indicated within the itinerary - at the guest’s own expense. We provide plenty of opportunities for guests to support locals and buy lunch along the way.
- Hotel transfers pre/post tour itinerary to a nominated pickup point.
- Personal travel insurance is recommended
- Personal expenses
WHAT TO BRING:
1L refillable water bottle, hat, sunglasses & sunscreen, all-weather active clothing ie. wind-breaker/raincoat, comfortable walking shoes (closed shoes), small day pack 5-7kg, money for snack and meals, camera to capture every moment.
CHILD POLICY:
Child fare prices apply from 0 to 12 years old. Infants aged 0 to 4 are not permitted to travel on adult laps and must be safely restrained within a child protective seat. Infant protective seats are free of charge and must be requested at the time of booking.
WEATHER:
In the event of rain or inclement weather, your experience will still go ahead, unless contacted by the provider.
Key Info
- alarm Duration: 570
- person Age: All Ages
- people Group Size: Min 1
question_answer Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the minimum age for Animal Encounter at Williamstown North?
The minimum age for Animal Encounter at Williamstown North is suitable for all ages.
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How long does an Animal Encounter session at Williamstown North last?
The average Animal Encounter session at our Williamstown North centre is 13 to 14 hour.
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Is Animal Encounter Williamstown North open for bookings during the week?
Absolutely, however Animal Encounter is busiest at the weekend - and our Williamstown North centre is no exception. This means you might need a larger group monday through friday.
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Is Animal Encounter Williamstown North open for bookings at weekends?
Animal Encounter at Williamstown North is busiest at the weekends so we'd definitely recommend booking in advance! Obviously, we'll always try to accommodate last minute Animal Encounter bookings but once the spots are booked up they are booked up!
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How popular is the Animal Encounter Williamstown North center?
Geronigo® aims for all of our Animal Encounter locations to be amongst the the best and most popular, our Animal Encounter Williamstown North center is no exception. Book with confidence!
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Can I buy a gift voucher for Animal Encounter Williamstown North?
Yes you can buy Animal Encounter Williamstown North gift vouchers either online or over the phone. Geronigo® gift vouchers are valid for 12 months, can be gift wrapped or for a last minute gift idea can be instant email delivered. Remember that any gift experience voucher from Geronigo® including our Animal Encounter Williamstown North vouchers can be used for booking at any of our thousands of Geronigo® adventure locations (for no extra charge!).
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What is the postcode for Animal Encounter Williamstown North?
The postcode for Animal Encounter Williamstown North is Melbourne VIC 3000. Please note that sometimes our Animal Encounter centers are difficult to find from a postcode and satnav. We will supply detailed directions to Animal Encounter Williamstown North on your booking receipt.
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Where is Animal Encounter Williamstown North?
The Animal Encounter Williamstown North center is located at the following address: 210 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia. Please note that sometimes our Animal Encounter centers are difficult to find, please follow the directions on your booking receipt!
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How much is Animal Encounter at Williamstown North?
The average package price of Animal Encounter at Williamstown North £265.00. The lowest price is £150.00 with the most expensive option being £395.00.
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