Kuranda Scenic Rail & Coach Transfers

Enjoy a relaxed Kuranda day tour with coach transfers and the famous Kuranda Scenic Railway.

This package includes coach transfers from your Cairns accommodation to Freshwater Train Station, the Kuranda Scenic Rail journey to Kuranda, time to explore Kuranda Village and markets, and a return coach transfer back to your Cairns hotel.

Inclusions

• Coach transfer from your Cairns accommodation to Freshwater Train Station
• Kuranda Scenic Rail journey to Kuranda
• Time to explore Kuranda Village and markets
• Return coach transfer from Kuranda to your Cairns accommodation
• BONUS entry voucher to either Birdworld OR Kuranda Koala Gardens

Departure Times & Locations

When booking, you will be asked to select your hotel from a list.
Your pickup time will be displayed and sent with your booking confirmation.

Kuranda Scenic Rail & Coach

• 9:50am Scenic Railway | Time in Kuranda | Return Coach Transfer
• 8.15am | Cairns pickup approx
• 9.50am | Kuranda Scenic Railway departs Freshwater Station
• 11.25am | Arrive in Kuranda approx
• Free time | Explore Kuranda Village, markets and attractions
• Afternoon | Return coach transfer from Kuranda
• Cairns drop off | Time advised with booking confirmation

Gold Class Upgrade
Gold Class provides a premium experience for customers wanting that extra comfort, a little bit of luxury, and a the most memorable experience.
Gold Class is only available on the 9:55am departure from Freshwater Station and the 3:30pm departure from Kuranda Station.

Gold Class Features

• Dedicated host service.
• Individual seating, lounge-style chairs.
• Ambient, historical décor, including timber look flooring, historical photographs and cedar interior.
• Quality refreshments including sparkling Australian wine, beer, orange juice, soft drink, ice water, mocktails, tea, coffee and appetisers and a chilled refresher towel during the journey.
• Kuranda Scenic Railway gift pack including Kuranda Scenic Railway badge, pen & postcard.

Morning Refreshments

• Warm Feta & Spinach Pastry Rolls
• Savoury Muffins
• Freshly Baked ANZAC Biscuits
• ​Mango to Go (100% pure mango "ice-cream" style treat)

Afternoon Refreshments

• Gallo Dairyland Cheese Platter
• Wondaree Macadamias
• ​Mango to Go (100% pure mango "ice-cream" style treat)

What To Bring

• Comfortable walking shoes
• Sun protection
• Camera
• Water bottle

The Kuranda Boarding Pass
This package includes the Kuranda Boarding Pass.
Your driver will greet you at pickup, collect your voucher and issue your Kuranda Boarding Pass.
There is no need to queue, as your pre-allocated Kuranda Scenic Railway ticket is already included on your Boarding Pass.

Kuranda Scenic Rail
The Kuranda Scenic Railway is one of Australia’s most memorable rail journeys.
The journey takes around 90 minutes and travels from Freshwater Station to Kuranda through World Heritage listed rainforest, past waterfalls and into the spectacular Barron Gorge.
Along the way, passengers can enjoy commentary about the railway, the region and the history of this remarkable engineering achievement.

Freshwater Connection Station
Freshwater Connection is a popular departure point for the Kuranda Scenic Railway.
Set among tropical gardens and heritage railway carriages, it is a relaxed place to begin the journey to Kuranda.
The station was built as a tribute to the pioneers who constructed the Kuranda Scenic Railway between 1887 and 1891.

Kuranda Village
Kuranda is a famous rainforest village located in the mountains above Cairns.
Visitors have free time to explore the village, browse the markets, visit wildlife attractions, enjoy local cafes and take in the relaxed rainforest atmosphere.
Kuranda is also known for its arts, crafts, souvenirs and tropical garden setting.

Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets
The Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets began in 1978 and remain one of the village’s most popular attractions.
The markets feature local art, handmade crafts, natural products, food, gifts and rainforest-style shopping.

Where: Corner of Therwine & Thoree Street, Kuranda QLD 4881
When: Open 7 days, 9:30am to 3:00pm

Instant Booking & Mobile-Friendly Tickets
Check availability and book online to secure your Kuranda Scenic Rail & Coach tour.
Pre-booking is essential.
Please do not turn up on the day without a booking.
If you require hotel transfers, please have your hotel name ready when booking so your pickup time can be sent with your confirmation.

Departure Times & Locations
Daily from Cairns.
When booking you will be asked to select your hotel from a list.
Your pickup time will be displayed and sent with your booking confirmation.