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

9 hours

Easy

8-hour self-guided Kuranda tour with transfers from Cairns. Travel via Skyrail Cableway and Scenic Railway with 4 hours' free time in Kuranda Village. Skyrail and Rail tickets included.
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.
What's included?
    Kuranda Scenic Railway
    Skyrail cable car
    Air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairns City
    Friendly local driver with warm hospitality and great stories
    Exclusions
    • Food & drinks
    Lunch
    Please note
    • Stroller / pram accessible
    • Animals or pets allowed
    • Infants must sit on your lap
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • No public transportation nearby
    • Infant seats unavailable
    • 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.
    • 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.
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