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Skip the Line Kuranda Scenic Railway Gold Class and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

4.5 (616 reviews) 8 hours Free cancellation
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Skip the Line Kuranda Scenic Railway Gold Class and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

About this activity

Experience the ultimate Kuranda visit with a skip-the-line ticket for the Kuranda Scenic Railway and Kuranda Skyrail, plus Gold Class service on the Kuranda Scenic Railway. Be amazed at the views of the rainforest and Cairns' beautiful coastline as you glide along the Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Have your camera handy as you travel on the Kuranda Scenic Railway, passing Stoney Creek Falls, Barron Falls and Horseshoe Bend. With plenty of free time to shop and to visit the wildlife exhibits in Kuranda, you'll enjoy the best of the region on this popular day trip.

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At a glance

Duration
8 hours
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 50 people
People per booking
1–15
Written guide
German, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by
Down Under Tours

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–14 years) · Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: One way Kuranda Scenic Railway ride in Gold Class
  • Included: One way by Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
  • Included: Pickup and drop-off

Not included

  • Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified

Itinerary

  1. Australian Butterfly Sanctuary

    30 min Admission not included

    The Australia Butterfly Sanctuary is located in the Kuranda Markets. You can choose to visit this place in your free time in Kuranda. Wander through the enclosed rainforest and see the amazing butterfly life.

  2. Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

    one hour Admission included

    Journey over and through the World Heritage listed rainforest of Tropical North Queensland.

  3. Kuranda Scenic Railway

    1 h 30 min Admission included

    Take a journey on this heritage railway line that winds through the Rainforest, on a mountain between Kuranda and Freshwater Station.

  4. Kuranda Koala Gardens

    30 min Admission not included

    To see Australian Wildlife, visit Kuranda Koala Gardens during your free time in Kuranda.

  5. Barron Gorge National Park

    Passing by

    Take a journey through the ancient rainforest in Barron Gorge National Park. Journey via Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, and Kuranda Scenic Rail.

  6. Barron Falls

    Passing by

    Take in the amazing views of the might Barron Falls from both Skyrail and the Scenic Rail.

  7. Birdworld Kuranda

    30 min Admission not included

    You can choose to visit Birdworld during your free time in Kuranda. The largest single collection of free-flying bird in Australia

  8. Down Under Tours - Day Tours

    Passing by

    Down Under Tour is the largest day tour operator in the Cairns and Great Barrier Reef region.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • 6 Skyrail Drive, Smithfield, Bus Zone at the front of Skyrail Terminal

End point

  • 6 Skyrail Drive, Smithfield, Bus Zone at the front of Skyrail Terminal

Pickup points

  • The Reef Retreat Palm Cove
  • Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove
  • Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
  • Gilligan's Hotel & Resort
  • Thala Beach Nature Reserve
  • Cairns Queenslander Hotel and Apartments
  • Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
  • Ingenia Holidays Cairns Coconut
  • Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas
  • Cairns Sheridan Hotel
  • Trinity Beach Pacific

and 28 more pickup points

Pickup available from selected locations in Cairns, Northern Beaches (Palm Cove, Trinity Beach) and Port Douglas. IMPORTANT: Please choose carefully your departure location. Contact the operator after booking to confirm your pickup location and time.

Using your ticket

Pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time. Your driver will provide your Kuranda Boarding Pass upon pickup.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Please advise if you are using a Wheelchair. Both Skyrail & Scenic Rail have maximum dimensions they can take.

Options

  • Palm Cove Coach+Scenic Rail GC

    Coach Tour & Scenic Rail GC: Coach Tour & Scenic Rail Gold Class: Operates on dates Skyrail is closed for planned works from 20 Jul to 25 Oct 2026.

    FREE Kuranda Wildlife Park : Includes BONUS entry voucher to either Birdworld OR Koala Gardens!

    Pickup included

  • Palm Cove Scenic Rail GC+Coach

    Scenic Rail GC & Coach Tour: Scenic Rail Gold Class & Coach Tour: Operates on dates Skyrail is closed for planned works from 20 Jul to 25 Oct 2026.

    FREE Kuranda Wildlife Park : Includes BONUS entry voucher to either Birdworld OR Koala Gardens!

    Pickup included

  • Port D Coach & Scenic Rail GC

    Coach Tour & Scenic Rail GC: Coach Tour & Scenic Rail Gold Class: Operates on dates Skyrail is closed for planned works from 20 Jul to 25 Oct 2026.

    FREE Kuranda Wildlife Park : Includes BONUS entry voucher to either Birdworld OR Koala Gardens!

    Pickup included

  • Port D Scenic Rail GC & Coach

    Scenic Rail GC & Coach Tour: Scenic Rail Gold Class & Coach Tour: Operates on dates Skyrail is closed for planned works from 20 Jul to 25 Oct 2026.

    FREE Kuranda Wildlife Park : Includes BONUS entry voucher to either Birdworld OR Koala Gardens!

    Pickup included

  • Cairns-Scenic Rail/Skyrail

    Choose this option if staying in CAIRNS. Take the Scenic Rail Gold Class to Kuranda, and return on Skyrail.

    Pickup included

  • Northern Beaches-Train/Skyrail

    Pickup included

  • Cairns Scenic Rail GC & Coach

    Scenic Rail GC & Coach Tour: Scenic Rail Gold Class & Coach Tour: Operates on dates Skyrail is closed for planned works from 20 Jul to 25 Oct 2026.

    FREE Kuranda Wildlife Park : Includes BONUS entry voucher to either Birdworld OR Koala Gardens!

    Pickup included

  • Cairns - Skyrail/Scenic Rail

    Cairns- Skyrail/Scenic Rail: Choose this option if staying in CAIRNS. Take the Skyrail to Kuranda, and return on Scenic Rail Gold Class.

    Pickup included

  • Cairns: Coach & Scenic Rail GC

    Coach Tour & Scenic Rail GC : Coach Tour & Scenic Rail Gold Class: Operates on dates Skyrail is closed for planned works from 20 Jul to 25 Oct 2026.

    FREE Kuranda Wildlife Park : Includes BONUS entry voucher to either Birdworld OR Koala Gardens!

    Pickup included

  • Port Douglas-Train\Skyrail

    Choose this option if staying in PORT DOUGLAS. Scenic Rail Gold Class to Kuranda, return via Skyrail

    Pickup included

  • Northern Beaches-Skyrail/Train

    Choose this option if staying in PALM COVE or TRINITY BEACH. Take the Skyrail to Kuranda, return on Scenic Rail Gold Class.

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

4.5 out of 5 · 616 reviews
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