From Cairns: Scenic Train with Gold Class & Skyrail Kuranda Tour with Transfers
Cairns
From Cairns: Scenic Train with Gold Class & Skyrail Kuranda Tour with Transfers
7.2 hours
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Travel in Gold Class on the Kuranda Scenic Railway, with lounge seating, dedicated host service, and premium refreshments.
Glide over the rainforest canopy on the Skyrail Cableway, with stops at Red Peak and Barron Falls for boardwalk walks, scenic lookouts, and ranger-guided talks.
Enjoy free time in Kuranda Village, exploring markets, visiting wildlife sanctuaries, or relaxing at a café.
Hassle-free experience with round-trip hotel transfers included from Cairns accommodations.
Did you know? Kuranda’s Butterfly Sanctuary has Australia's largest butterfly aviary.
One-way Skyrail Rainforest Cableway ticket
One-way Gold Class Kuranda Scenic Railway ticket
Round-trip hotel transfers from Cairns
Expert local guide
Refreshments
Dedicated service
Kuranda Boarding Pass with attraction discounts
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Itinerary
Start your journey in Gold Class luxury
Board the Kuranda Scenic Railway Gold Class carriage for a premium rail experience. Relax in lounge-style seating, enjoy refreshments like sparkling wine, beer, tea, and snacks, and soak in the stunning views of waterfalls, tunnels, and rainforest canopies as you descend towards Kuranda.
Explore Kuranda Village
Once in Kuranda Village, you can take your time and explore local markets, wildlife sanctuaries like Birdworld and the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, or relax in a café overlooking the rainforest. Your Kuranda Boarding Pass gives you discounts on select attractions.
Travel back on Skyrail
Glide above the World Heritage-listed rainforest on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, with stops at Red Peak and Barron Falls. Explore scenic boardwalks, enjoy lookouts over Barron Gorge, and learn about the rainforest from ranger-guided talks.
Know before you go
What to bring
- Wear comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, and a hat. Bring a light jacket for the train journey and a refillable water bottle.
What’s not allowed
- Outside food and drinks are not allowed on the Scenic Railway or Skyrail. Smoking is prohibited in all transport vehicles and station areas.
Accessibility
- The experience is wheelchair accessible.
- Guide dogs are allowed on this experience.
Additional information
- The Skyrail departs from Smithfield (Cairns) Terminal, whereas the Scenic Rail departs from Freshwater Railway Station.
- Children below 14 must be accompanied by an adult on the Skyrail and Scenic Rail.
- The Scenic Train takes approximately 2 hours, while the Skyrail journey takes around 1.5 hours, including stops at Red Peak and Barron Falls.
- This tour includes round-trip transfers from select hotels in Cairns.
- Entry to Kuranda attractions like the Butterfly Sanctuary, Birdworld, and Kuranda Koala Gardens is not included but can be purchased separately on arrival.
- The Gold Class in the Scenic Railway includes premium seating, drinks, and snacks, but additional food options are available for purchase in Kuranda Village.
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