Guided Tours

From Cairns: Scenic Train & Skyrail Kuranda Tour with Transfers

Name: From Cairns: Scenic Train & Skyrail Kuranda Tour with Transfers
Start: 2026-08-26T09:50:00
End: 2026-08-26T15:44:00
Location: Cairns

Ride the Kuranda train & Skyrail for a rainforest adventure with hotel transfers, village exploration, and optional discounts on Kuranda attractions.

4.5/5(336)

Sylvia G

Group

Verified booking

Last week

We had a wonderful day on this tour. My family and I enjoyed every moment , from the scenic train ride to the guided stops. Everything was well organized and very enjoyable. Highly recommended! Tony our guide was amazing!

Karen W

Couple

Verified booking

Jul 2026

Really appreciated Peter, our pick up person's good manners & obliging service. He gave very clear instructions so everyone knew what to expect. The train & skyrail trips were lots of fun and we met some really great people. Wonderful scenery & enjoyed looking around Kuranda. The tearooms at the railway station do great toasted sandwiches & drinks.

Enjoy the best of Kuranda in one day with a Skyrail ride, the scenic rail, and stress-free hotel transfers from Cairns.

Travel on the 120-year-old Scenic Rail through tunnels and glide over the lush rainforest canopy on the cableway with stops at Red Peak and Barron Falls.

Wander through Kuranda Heritage Markets, artisan shops, and cafes, or relax in the heart of this rainforest retreat.

Upgrade to a tour for expert insights into Kuranda’s culture and discounted entry to Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, Birdworld & Kuranda Koala Gardens.

Did you know? The Skyrail is the world’s longest rainforest cableway, stretching over 7.5 kilometers above the rainforest canopy.

One-way Skyrail Rainforest Cableway ticket

One-way Kuranda Scenic Railway ticket

Round-trip hotel transfers from Cairns

Free time in Kuranda Village

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

Expert local bus driver (as per option selected)

Live commentary at the bus & the train

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Allan O
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Scenic train ride was excellent with expert commentary. The 10 minute stop at Barron Falls was great. Disappointed to miss Skyrail, but maintenance is a must.
Sylvia G
Group
Verified booking
Last week
We had a wonderful day on this tour. My family and I enjoyed every moment , from the scenic train ride to the guided stops. Everything was well organized and very enjoyable. Highly recommended! Tony our guide was amazing!
Karynn B
Couple
Verified booking
6 days ago
Loved the village and the train trip down. IC our train host/guide was fantastic- very funny and a lovely man, who made the trip very enjoyable
Kesaia N
Group
Verified booking
4 days ago
enjoyed our trip to Kuranda village. Truly awesome and the train ride was one of a kind. View was spectacular.
Graham S
Couple
Verified booking
Jul 2026
Highly recommend travelling 1st class (Gold) where we were treated with delicious food & service. We were seated in very comfortable chairs where the crew brought our refreshments to our viewing window.

Adventure amidst Australia's natural wonders

Your journey begins with a pick-up from your hotel in Cairns to Cairns Central Station where the world-renowned Kuranda Scenic Rail awaits. As you wind through the World Heritage-listed rainforest, you can see tumbling waterfalls and striking gorges. Arrive at Kuranda to explore food stalls and the bustling heritage markets filled with unique arts and crafts.

Experience indigenous culture and rainforest canopy

Your day concludes with your return journey on the Skyrail. Glide over the World Heritage-listed rainforest, taking in stunning views. Stop at Barron Falls stations for breathtaking views and take guided boardwalk tours at Red Peak Station, giving you an up-close look at the rainforest’s beauty.

Train up & Skyrail return, or vice versa

Upgrade your experience to take the scenic railway and return on the Skyrail, or switch it up. If you are feeling more adventurous, opt for the tour for expert insights and discounted entry at top Kuranda attractions like Birdworld, the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, and the Koala Gardens.

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 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.

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

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