Relax and enjoy the great scenery of lush ferns and dense forests of the nearby Dandenong Ranges on this full-day tour from Melbourne. En route you visit the beautiful Sherbrooke Forest, home to lyrebirds, crimson rosella, cockatoos, and kookaburras. Here you can look out for these native birds. Enjoy the picturesque mountain villages scattered along the way and the spectacular views of Melbourne's skyline. Enjoy a traditional Devonshire Tea. Ride the restored Puffing Billy Steam Train for a memorable journey on Australia's most notable narrow gauge railway.  Next, take a short transfer to your afternoon venue: the award-winning Healesville Sanctuary. Here your guide will escort you among Australia's unique birds and animals in the natural bush land setting of the sanctuary, Australia's premier wildlife and nature sanctuary which is home to over 200 species of Australian birds, mammals, and reptiles. Get up close to koalas, kangaroos, wombats, emus, cockatoos, parrots, and other wildlife and see the amazing and exciting demonstration of eagles flying within the sanctuary. See the renowned nocturnal house with the shy platypus and stroll through large aviaries and pond areas.