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Kuranda Rail and Skyrail Day Tour

Kuranda Rail and Skyrail Day Tour

Definitely worth doing based on 10 reviews

Duration: 8.5 hours (approx.)

Location: Cairns, Northern Beaches, Palm Cove & Port Douglas area, Australia

Product code: 2570KQS

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Make your visit to Kuranda a memorable one from door to door. One of our luxury coaches will collect you from your accommodation and transfer you to the railway station to board the Kuranda Scenic Rail.

This breathtaking journey on one of the worlds most scenic train routes will take you through hand hewn tunnels and across bridges with amazing views. View the Barron Falls before arriving at beautiful Kuranda Station.

The remainder of the day is free for you to explore the "Village in the Rainforest". Explore the markets or visit the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary and colorful Birdworld.

At the scheduled time board Skyrail for the worlds most beautiful rainforest experience. Glide over the Rainforest canopy and take advantage of the two stops en route to enjoy a walk through the Rainforest or visit the CSIRO Interpretive Centre.

Your journey ends at Caravonica Lakes where your coach is waiting to take you back to your accommodation.

Schedule Details
Kuranda Rail and Skyrail Day Tour

Kuranda Scenic Rail
© Tourism Queensland

Departs:

Daily

Unavailable Dates:

  • December 17, 2007 (Skyrail Maintenance)
  • December 25 (Christmas Day)
  • April 7 and 28, 2008 (Skyrail Maintenance)
  • May 12, 21st to 23rd and 25th to 26th, 2008 (Skyrail Maintenance)
  • June 16, 2008 (Skyrail Maintenance)

Departure Point: Your selected Cairns, Northern Beaches, Palm Cove or Port Douglas area hotel Departure Time: Between 7:00am and 7:45am Return details: Tour returns by Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Experience - choice of 1:45pm or 3:30pm where you will join your coach for complimentary transfers back to your hotel. Hotel Pickup:
  • Hotel pick up point (name and address) must be advised at time of booking in the "Hotel Pick Up" field.
  • Northern Beaches pick up locations: Palm Cove, Kewarra Beach and Trinity Beach only.
  • Port Douglas pick up: Please ensure you choose this option at time of booking.
pricing information
Kuranda Rail and Skyrail Day Tour
  • Prices are listed as a guide only. For an exact price quote, select a date
  • Infants aged 3 years and under are free of charge
  • Child prices are applicable for children aged 4 - 14 years
  • No further discounts for other age groups apply
  • Prices are per person.
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  • Our pricing is updated constantly to ensure you always receive the lowest price possible.
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Additional Information
Inclusions:
    • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
    • Coach transfer to Freshwater Railway Station
    • Commentary and Souvenir booklet
    • Kuranda Scenic Rail journey
    • Australian Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Exclusions:
  • Lunch
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Optional visit to Birdworld (approximately AUD $12.00 per adult and AUD $5.00 per child)
  • Optional visit to the Butterfly Sanctuary (approximately AUD $13.00 per adult and AUD $6.50 per child)
  • Optional visit to the Kuranda Koala Gardens (approximately AUD $13.00 per adult and AUD $6.50 per child)
  • AUD$2.00 fuel levy, payable direct
Additional Info:

    • This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of travel.
    • Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking, unless you are booking within 7 days before departure. In this case, confirmations will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability.
    • Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated.
    • Kuranda Scenic Rail departs at 8:45am.
    • Heritage Markets are open 7 days a week.
    • Due to the massive escalation in the cost of fuel; AUD$2.00 will be payable upon commencement on your tour. It will be collected by the local tour operator on the day of travel. All passengers will be issued with a receipt confirming their payment.

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.

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Reviews from other travelers
Absolutely loved it

You get a real feel for the hard work which built the railway. Also, the Skyrail is breathtaking. Read more ›

Martin K, United Kingdom, November 2007
Absolutely loved it

Great value. Superb scenery. Read more ›

Linda N, Australia, November 2007
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