Kuranda Express: Skyrail & Railway Self-Guided Tour w/ Transfers Discount Tickets

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Overview

Discover Far North Queensland's rainforest on this self-guided Kuranda tour with return transfers from Cairns City. We combine two iconic attractions - the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and Kuranda Scenic Railway - with flexibility to explore Kuranda Village independently. Journey above World Heritage Wet Tropics' rainforest on the Skyrail with panoramic views of waterfalls and dramatic landscapes. With four hours in Kuranda Village, browse the Heritage Markets, visit optional wildlife sanctuaries, enjoy the local eateries, and photograph the village. Return via the 1891 Kuranda Scenic Railway through 15 tunnels and 37 bridges whilst onboard commentary shares Queensland railway history. Your friendly driver ensures door-to-door service from Cairns City with Skyrail and Railway tickets included. This independent-style tour is perfect for travellers who prefer exploring at their own pace. Cruise passengers receive guaranteed timely return to Cairns Cruise Liner Terminal.

End Point

End point

drop off at the hotel

Pickup Information

We will send a text to inform all guests of the pick-up time 1 day prior to the travel date. Customers should wait in front of their hotel 5 mins before their located pickup time. For pickup outside Cairns city central, please enquire. Please note, the cruise port pickup is for Cairns (city) Cruise Terminal only. If you dock in Yorkey's Knob, an extra fee will apply.

Language Offered

Mandarin-WRITTEN

Cantonese-WRITTEN

English-WRITTEN

Itinerary

1. Cairns
Your friendly local driver collects you from your Cairns City accommodation around 8:00 AM and ensures a smooth start to your adventure with a scenic drive to Skyrail Smithfield Terminal. Note: Tour direction may be reversed (Railway first, then Skyrail) depending on optimal daily routing
Duration: 15 mins
2. Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Glide 7.5 kilometres above the lush canopy of the world's oldest tropical rainforest with panoramic views of waterfalls, dense greenery, and dramatic landscapes. Pass through Red Peak and Barron Falls stations to view spectacular waterfalls cascading into Barron Gorge National Park from lookout platforms.
Duration: 120 mins
3. Barron Falls
Barron Falls from Skyrail's station lookout during your cableway journey. Most spectacular during wet season (December-April) when tropical rainfall increases water volume dramatically.
4. Kuranda Village
By 11:00 AM, arrive at the picturesque Kuranda Village, nestled in the heart of the rainforest. With four hours to explore at your own pace, you'll have plenty of time to browse the famous Heritage Markets (established 1915) featuring Indigenous art, local crafts, and Australian souvenirs. Visit optional popular attractions like Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, Birdworld Kuranda, and Kuranda Koala Gardens at your leisure (admission not included). Enjoy a relaxed lunch at local cafés and restaurants, discover village galleries, browse artwork and handmade goods, and take rainforest walks without feeling rushed.
Duration: 240 mins
5. Kuranda Scenic Railway
Board Australia's oldest operating railway, the historic 1891 Kuranda Scenic Railway, at Kuranda Station for the spectacular descent through Barron Gorge National Park. Travel through 15 hand-carved tunnels and across 37 heritage bridges, passing Stoney Creek Falls and rainforest gorges whilst onboard commentary shares Queensland railway construction history.
Duration: 120 mins
6. Cairns
Your driver collects you from Cairns Railway Station (or Skyrail Smithfield Terminal if itinerary reversed) for return to your Cairns City hotel. Please note: Arrive approximately 4:00pm-4:30pm.
Duration: 15 mins

Inclusion

Friendly local driver with warm hospitality and great stories

Admission fees

Air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairns City

Admission fees

Exclusion

Lunch

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Skyrail will be undergoing major renovations from 20 July until 18 August 2026. From this date, Skyrail will be replaced with van transfer to Kuranda Village

On the following dates Skyrail will be undergoing scheduled maintenance. The tour operator will reachout with amendment to your itinerary: May 25-31 , June 1, Aug 24-25, 31, Sep 1, 7-8, 14-15, 21-22, 28-29, Oct 5-6, 12-13, 19-20, Dec 25

Please note, the cruise port pickup is for Cairns (city) Cruise Terminal only. If you dock in Yorkey's Knob, an extra fee will apply.

Supplied by Infinity Fun Travel Pty Ltd

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