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Kuranda tour via Kuranda Scenic Rail and Skyrail - small group tour
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Kuranda tour via Kuranda Scenic Rail and Skyrail - small group tour
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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What you can expect during your visit
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
Safety precautions are provided by the tour operator and are not checked by Viator for accuracy
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(888) 651-9785
6 hours (approx.)
Pickup from select hotels
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English and 8 more
Good for avoiding crowds
Overview
Take a break from the beach and explore Queensland's lush tropical interior inland from Cairns. This small-group tour provides an intimate and personalized experience. Ride the cableway through the UNESCO-listed rainforest, check out amazing Barron Gorge and Barron Falls, explore Kuranda village, and ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway over its many bridges and through its tunnels. This is a fun tour for the whole family.
- Hotel transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle are included
- Enjoy a great mix of guided and free time
- One-way tickets for cabelway and railway are included
- Stop at the Rainforest Interpretive Centre to learn more
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What's Included
Pick-up from and drop-off to your hotel by air-conditioned bus.
Kuranda map, Skyrail tickets. Kuranda Scenic Rail tickets and trip guide.
One-way journey on the Kuranda Scenic Rail departing Cairns at 9:30am
Two hours free time to explore Kuranda Village and its attractions
One way journey on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway from Kuranda
Food and drinks, unless specified
Birdworld (approx. AU$19/adult, AU$9.50/child)
Butterfly Sanctuary (approx. AU$20/adult, AU$10/child)
Kuranda Koala Gardens (approx. AU$19/adult and AU$9.50/child)
Departure & Return
This operator has two meet-up options available. You can either meet at the departure point below or select a location for pick-up.
Cairns , Bunda St, Cairns QLD 4870, Australia
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9:00 AM
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- I can generally only offer pickup at the hotels listed upon checkout. For special cases or if the hotel is not listed please contact me
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
- OPERATED BY Cairns Custom Tours
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Kuranda tour via Kuranda Scenic Rail and Skyrail - small group tour?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Kuranda tour via Kuranda Scenic Rail and Skyrail - small group tour?
A:The policy on staff health & safety is:
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
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Gamini_K
, Aug 2022
Had a wonderful long day. Everything was well organised by the tour planner. It would have been good, if the passengers on the train, were asked to wear a mask. I was seated in front of a man, who coughed loud, all the way, without any concern about the the others, and not wearing a mask. Everyone knows that Covid is still not under control. So precautions should be taken.
Awesome
Helen_G
, Aug 2022
Michael was a pleasant tour guide.
ALISON_F
, Aug 2022
Highly recommend Cairns Custom Tours
NATALIE_B
, Jul 2022
Michael from Cairns Custom Tours was an excellent host. His communication from the moment we booked our tour was outstanding as it was throughout the tour with exact direction and information provided via text.
Great day out
Jo_D
, Jul 2022
Had an amazing train ride...
Katherine_T
, Jul 2022
Had an amazing train ride up, not enough time in Kuranda, need at least 3 hours or more. Great explanations on bus to and from tours about local Cairns attractions. Overall great day
A must-do expedition!
Aiden_A
, Jul 2022
Michael was an amazing tour guide, conviniently picking me up and dropping me off at my hotel.
Michael's commentary on the trip was very detailed and thorough. Starting off at Cairns Station, the train journey was full of stunning views and traveled at a great pace to see the tropics.
Two hours of time in Kuranda was more than ample to explore the old railway station, the local township, and the markets.
Afterward, Michael was in contact with personalised information for the Skyrail expedition. Definitely recommend disembarking the Skyrail at each opportunity to stretch the legs and explore the amazing rainforest.
Overall, an amazing tour, led by a great tour guide.
Micheal was nice and the...
Tapan_P
, Jul 2022
Fun and Informative
Scarlet_D
, Jul 2022
We had a beautiful time spent in Kuranda village via scenic rail and skyrail. Michael was very informative and helpful in every way. It was a well spent Saturday with a child. I would highly recommend his service, he is on time, accomodating and friendly. We would definitely come back and book with him in the future.
Ticketing and timing of events for the day all oragnised
Annabelle_M
, Jul 2022
Easily organised - sent regular SMS reminders during the day by tour leader Michael.All ticketing and timing of activities conveniently organised. could sit back and enjoy!
Would not recommend Barron Falls Hotel for lunch as waited 45mins and order was not placed which then limited our time to enjoy visiting places in Kuranda.
Excellent Service
tneely
, Jul 2022
An amazing day. Michael was excellent from initial booking to hotel drop off. Maintained contact through the day. Pick ups on time and great commentary and service. All tickets sorted without issue. The whole trip up to Kuranda on the train, 2 1/2 hours in Kuranda and the Skyrail with 2 stops on the way down, was fantastic. We thoroughly enjoyed the day and highly recommend Michael. Thank you
Well worth the money for a wonderful experience.
Vicki_C
, Jun 2022
Perfect and educational. - Seamless tour
Andrew_C
, Jun 2022
Big Day out
Jacki_W
, Jun 2022
It is worth seeing but train ride way too long giving you hardly any time to see things in Kuranda. S. Things to see in the town is eccellent, just choose wisely as I said, only time to do one activity before you have to leave. Skyrail fantastic
Response from Host , Jun 2022
How was my service Jacki? Your original itinerary was changed to allow more time in Kuranda. Your updated itinerary allowed 2.5 hours in Kuranda as you arrived in the train at 1130 and were booking on Skyrail at 2pm. For many people this is sufficient time. The Viator and Tripadvisor listing clearly states how much time is allowed in Kuranda. If you wanted more time, why didn't you book with an operator that offers that itinerary?
Good but time poor and no train
Glenn_B
, Jun 2022
Most memorable was Bird world, Butterfly World, Gondola and street shopping, only do the original markets if you enjoy hippies and that 70s vibe. We found the street store shopping was much better
Sadly the train was again kffli E due to mechanical issues and the 2hrs 15 in Kuranda was not long enough before we had to get the cable car back to the bottom station, it just felt a bit rushed
Response from Host , Jun 2022
I'm pleased you enjoyed the tour Glenn. It's unfortunate the trains operated by Queensland Rail were not running. One trains locomotive had mechanical issues and the other was damaged in a level crossing incident on 13 June. I have no control over these things and clearly explained it on the day. All passengers were given the choice of cancelation or do the tour by bus one way with a part refund. I processed all of the part refunds that day. What else can I can do?
Good
Kenny_N
, Jun 2022
Overall good. But if we can get more free time it must be the best. Thank you Michael for the service.
A well worth tour thanks Michael for a great Day.
Heather_V
, Jun 2022
It was my Birthday and Michael picked us up on time and everything was well organised. We grabbed a coffee at the train station boarded and sat back and peacefully listened to the commentary and observed the beautiful sites. Had a lovely stroll around Kuranda, ate lunch, bought a few items and then popped on the Skyrail to be met by Michael at the other end. It was a lovely, organised tour and everything ran to clock work. Saturday 4/6/2022 Heather Vidler
Great day to relax and enjoy.
David_L
, Jun 2022
Excellent Tour ran very smoothly
Tracie_N
, May 2022
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