Scenic Rail to Kuranda & Bus Back

Travel from Cairns to Kuranda aboard the famous Kuranda Scenic Railway, with return transfers from major Cairns hotels.
Enjoy free time to explore Kuranda Village and markets before returning to Cairns by coach in the afternoon.

Inclusions
• Return transfers from Cairns CBD hotels
• English-speaking driver guide
• Kuranda Scenic Railway from Cairns Central Station to Kuranda
• Free time to explore Kuranda Village
• Coach transfer from Kuranda to Cairns

Departure Times & Locations
Pick-up is available from most Cairns CBD hotels.
Your exact pick-up time and location will be confirmed with your booking.

Train Up & Bus Coach Back
• Around 9:00am | Pick-up from Cairns hotels
• 9:30am | Kuranda Scenic Railway departs Cairns Central Station
• 11:25am | Arrive at Kuranda Station
• Free time to explore Kuranda Village
• 3:00pm | Coach departs Kuranda
• Around 4:00pm | Return to Cairns hotels

Kuranda Trip Guide
Your day combines one of Tropical North Queensland's most famous railway journeys with plenty of free time in Kuranda Village.
After arriving by train, explore Kuranda at your own pace before meeting your coach for the afternoon return to Cairns.

Kuranda Scenic Railway
Travel from Cairns to Kuranda aboard the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway through World Heritage-listed tropical rainforest.
The railway winds through the mountains, past waterfalls and through the spectacular Barron Gorge on its journey to Kuranda.

Cairns Central Station
Your Kuranda Scenic Railway journey departs from Cairns Central Station at 9:30am.

Kuranda Railway Station
Arrive at Kuranda Railway Station at approximately 11:25am.
The heritage-listed station sits among tropical gardens at the bottom of Kuranda Village, providing an impressive arrival into the rainforest village.

Kuranda Village
Enjoy approximately three and a half hours of free time to explore Kuranda before your 3:00pm coach departure.
Browse the markets, shops and galleries, visit a wildlife attraction, or stop at one of the village cafés and restaurants.

Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets
The Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets began in 1978 when local residents created a market to showcase locally made arts, crafts and produce.
Today the markets remain an established part of Kuranda Village, with stalls featuring locally made products, arts, crafts and food.

Coach Return to Cairns
Meet your return coach at the bus stop at Kuranda Train Station for the 3:00pm departure.
The coach returns to Cairns with drop-off at major Cairns hotels at approximately 4:00pm.

What To Bring
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Hat and sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Water bottle
• Camera
• Money or card for meals, shopping and optional attractions in Kuranda

Important Information
• This itinerary operates on selected dates when Skyrail is suspended

Instant Booking & Mobile-Friendly Tickets
Book online and receive confirmation for your Kuranda Scenic Railway and coach tour.
Mobile tickets are accepted and your confirmed Cairns hotel pick-up details will be provided with your booking.