Guided Tours

From Cairns: Scenic Train & Coach Guided Tour with Transfers

Duration

6 hrs 30 mins - 8 hrs

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Guided tour

Transfers available

Pickup available

Journey through the rainforest to Kuranda on a scenic rail and guided coach experience with free time to explore the village at your own pace.

Enjoy luxury coach transfers between Cairns & the Kuranda region, with expert local commentary during the guided coach journey.

Travel aboard the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway through rainforest landscapes, waterfalls, and scenic views of Barron Gorge National Park.

Enjoy self-guided free time in Kuranda Village to browse heritage markets, cafés, shops, and optional wildlife attractions like Birdworld, the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, and Kuranda Koala Gardens.

Choose between Train Up, Coach Down or Coach Up, Train Down routes, with selected variants including bonus wildlife park entry and discount vouchers for Kuranda attractions.

One-way Kuranda scenic railway trip

Luxury coach transfers between Cairns & Kuranda region with expert local guide

Free time in Kuranda Village

Coupons for discounted entry to Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, Birdworld, & Kuranda Koala Gardens (as per option selected)

Bonus entry to Birdworld or Koala Gardens (as per option selected)

Start point
Cairns
1. Smithfield Terminal
Arrive at Smithfield Terminal and continue by coach transfer to Freshwater Railway Station for your Kuranda Scenic Railway experience. Depending on operational requirements, this may be the same coach from Cairns or a connecting coach service. Your onboard guide will assist with all transfer details and directions on the day.
2. Freshwater Railway Station
Passes By
Kuranda Scenic Rail Journey
3. Kuranda Village
5 attractions
Passes By
Guided coach transfer to Cairns
End point
Cairns
Your ending point would be same as your start point

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Experience Kuranda’s rainforest scenery with scenic rail journeys, guided coach transfers, and free time to explore the village at your own pace.

Getting started

Your experience includes a one-way Kuranda Scenic Railway journey, guided coach transfers between Cairns and the Kuranda region, and free time in Kuranda Village. Depending on the option selected, enjoy hotel pickup in Cairns and travel either by scenic rail from Freshwater Railway Station to Kuranda before returning by guided coach, or travel by coach directly to Kuranda Village and return by scenic rail from Kuranda Railway Station to Freshwater Railway Station before transferring back to your Cairns hotel.

What to expect

Kuranda Scenic Railway journey: Travel aboard the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway through lush rainforest landscapes, passing waterfalls, bridges, and scenic views of Barron Gorge National Park.

Self-guided time in Kuranda Village: Enjoy free time to independently explore Kuranda Village, browse the Kuranda Heritage Markets, visit cafés and shops, or discover local wildlife attractions at your own pace.

Wildlife parks & attraction upgrades: Selected variants include bonus entry to Birdworld or Kuranda Koala Gardens, along with discount coupons for the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, Birdworld & Kuranda Koala Gardens. Multilingual guides and materials are also available on select options.

Guided rainforest coach transfers: Relax during guided coach transfers through the rainforest region while your local guide shares stories and insights about Tropical North Queensland. Depending on your selected route, transfers may include travel between Cairns hotels, Smithfield Terminal, Freshwater Railway Station, and Kuranda Village.

What to bring

Wear comfortable shoes and bring sunglasses and a sun hat.

What’s not allowed

Outside drinks and smoking are not allowed.

Accessibility

The Kuranda Scenic Rail is wheelchair and pram/ stroller accessible. Please note only small folding strollers (no higher than 25cm when folded) can be accommodated onboard the carriages.

Guide dogs are welcome on this experience. Please contact the operator in advance if travelling with an assistance animal and have your handler card available.

Additional Information

Note: Your transfer between Smithfield Terminal and Freshwater Railway Station may take place on the same coach from Cairns or on a separate connecting coach, depending on operational requirements. Your onboard guide will assist you with all transfer details and directions on the day.

The Kuranda Scenic Rail departs from Freshwater Railway Station.

Children below 14 must be accompanied by an adult on the Scenic Rail.

This tour includes round-trip transfers from select hotels in Cairns.

Free car parking is available at the railway station.

You can download the Kuranda Scenic Railway multilingual commentary app to enjoy self-guided audio and text commentary. Available in English, German, Japanese, and Mandarin.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.