Kuranda Scenic Railway Day Trip from Cairns

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Highlights

  • Customise your tour: five different itineraries to choose from

  • Stunning views as you ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway through the Barron Gorge

  • Free time in Kuranda Village: browse the many shops for souvenirs

  • Hassle-free tour with hotel pickup and round-trip transport from Cairns

Summary

With five different itineraries to choose from, this full-day tour from Cairns lets you create your ideal day trip. All tours include a ride on the Kuranda Scenic Railway, through the heart of the Barron Gorge National Park. The 1.5-hour journey climbs through the mountain valleys, passing the dramatic Stoney Creek Bridge, and affording spectacular views over Kuranda Waterfall and the Barron Gorge. Additional options include a thrilling ride on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, which soars over the Barron Gorge National Park, stopping at treetop viewpoints along the way; an off-road adventure in the Rainforestation Nature Park; or an immersive cultural experience at the Tjupakai Aboriginal Cultural Park. All tours include hotel pickup and drop-off from your Cairns or Northern Beaches hotel.

Tour info

Duration
7 hours
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Why take this tour?

The Kuranda Scenic Railway is one of the most popular attractions in Queensland’s tropical north, affording incredible views of the Barron Gorge National Park. This flexible tour offers a choice of five different itineraries, so you can tailor your tour to your preferences and include optional extras such as a ride on the Skyrail, a visit to Tjapukai Aboriginal Culture Park, a tour of the Rainforestation Nature Park, or lunch in the rainforest.

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What’s included?

  • Cairns Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • One-way trip on Kuranda Scenic Railway

  • Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

  • Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park (if option selected)

  • Rainforestation Nature Park (if option selected)

  • Kuranda Boarding Pass

  • Written itinerary available in German, Italian, French, Spanish, Japanese and Mandarin

  • Entry/Admission - Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

  • Entry/Admission - Kuranda Scenic Railway

  • Food and drinks, unless specified

  • Birdworld (approx. AU$19/adult, AU$9.50/child)

  • Butterfly Sanctuary (approx. AU$20/adult, AU$10/child)

  • Kuranda Koala Gardens (approx. AU$19/adult and AU$9.50/child)

  • Any other optional activities not mentioned

  • Entry/Admission - Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park

  • Entry/Admission - Australian Butterfly Sanctuary

  • Entry/Admission - Rainforestation Nature Park

  • Entry/Admission - Kuranda Koala Gardens

  • Entry/Admission - Birdworld Kuranda

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 7h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Covid Policy

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Operated by:

Down Under Tours - Day Tours

About operator:

Down Under Tours is Tropical North Queensland’s leading day tour operator. We are blessed to have two World Heritage listed areas on our doorstep; the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. Our comprehensive day tour program encompasses the most popular destinations of Kuranda, Cape Tribulation & Daintree, taking in this amazing World Heritage listed area. Our driver/guides and Hostesses are passionate about our destination, and love to share their knowledge and experience with you. All tours are operated in our superior fleet and are designed to ensure maximum comfort and safety, with features including panoramic side windows to enable exceptional viewing.

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