Kuranda Coach and Train during Skyrail upgrade
For Travel to 19th August & Monday and Tuesdays up to 24th October 2026
Travel to Kuranda luxury coach to Kuranda, explore the Kuranda Village and markets, experience your choice of Koala Gardens or Birdworld Kuranda before embarking on the Kuranda Scenic train back to Cairns
Choose your departure: 9.45am or 11.00am
Travel by luxury coach to Kuranda – settle in and take in the views of the mountain ranges and cane fields whilst listening to your experienced Driver Guide share local insights, culture and history
Kuranda Village – Explore the village in the Rainforest – Choice of Kuranda Koala Gardens or Birdworld Kuranda – simply choose your wildlife experience on the day
Kuranda Scenic Rail, experience the famous railway and take in the historical commentary along the scenic journey with a stop at Barron Falls with amazing views of the mountain ranges, tropical rainforest and waterfalls before returning to your accommodation
Choose Your Return: 2.00pm or 3.30pm Train
Please note: the Kuranda Scenic Railway timetable is temporarily adjusted until 21 September 2026. During this period, the 2.00pm train departs Kuranda at 3.00pm.
3.30pm Train – Gold Class option if chosen includes
- Tropical welcome drinks are served onboard the train at Kuranda railway station from 3.10pm
- Dedicated attendant service
- Individual seating in comfortable lounge-style chairs
- Souvenir gift pack and trip fan guide
- Onboard audio commentary
- Photographic stop at Din Din (Barron Falls)
- Locally sourced appetisers and beverages
What's Included
Return Hotel transfers
Luxury Coach transfers to Kuranda
Choice of Koala World OR Birdworld entrance
Kuranda Scenic Train
Kuranda Train Gold class option if chosen
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