Kuranda Express: Skyrail & Railway Self-Guided Tour w/ Transfers
Overview
Discover Far North Queensland's rainforest on this self-guided Kuranda tour with return transfers from Cairns City. We combine two iconic attractions - the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and Kuranda Scenic Railway - with flexibility to explore Kuranda Village independently.
Journey above World Heritage Wet Tropics' rainforest on the Skyrail with panoramic views of waterfalls and dramatic landscapes. With four hours in Kuranda Village, browse the Heritage Markets, visit optional wildlife sanctuaries, enjoy the local eateries, and photograph the village.
Return via the 1891 Kuranda Scenic Railway through 15 tunnels and 37 bridges whilst onboard commentary shares Queensland railway history.
Your friendly driver ensures door-to-door service from Cairns City with Skyrail and Railway tickets included.
This independent-style tour is perfect for travellers who prefer exploring at their own pace. Cruise passengers receive guaranteed timely return to Cairns Cruise Liner Terminal.
What's Included
- Friendly local driver with warm hospitality and great stories
- Skyrail cable car
- Air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairns City
- Kuranda Scenic Railway
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
We will send a text to inform all guests of the pick-up time 1 day prior to the travel date. Customers should wait in front of their hotel 5 mins before their located pickup time. For pickup outside Cairns city central, please enquire. Please note, the cruise port pickup is for Cairns (city) Cruise Terminal only. If you dock in Yorkey's Knob, an extra fee will apply.
What To Expect
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Cairns
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Barron Falls (pass by)
Kuranda Village
4 hours Admission Ticket Free
Kuranda Scenic Railway
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Cairns
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Skyrail will be undergoing major renovations from 20 July until 18 August 2026. From this date, Skyrail will be replaced with van transfer to Kuranda Village
- On the following dates Skyrail will be undergoing scheduled maintenance. The tour operator will reachout with amendment to your itinerary: May 25-31 , June 1, Aug 24-25, 31, Sep 1, 7-8, 14-15, 21-22, 28-29, Oct 5-6, 12-13, 19-20, Dec 25
- Please note, the cruise port pickup is for Cairns (city) Cruise Terminal only. If you dock in Yorkey's Knob, an extra fee will apply.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 27 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST).
- Friendly local driver with warm hospitality and great stories.
- Skyrail cable car.
- Air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairns City.
- Kuranda Scenic Railway.
- Lunch.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Kuranda Express: Skyrail & Railway Self-Guided Tour w/ Transfers is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Kuranda Express: Skyrail & Railway Self-Guided Tour w/ Transfers will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Friendly local driver with warm hospitality and great stories
- Skyrail cable car
- Air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairns City
- Kuranda Scenic Railway
- Lunch
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Skyrail will be undergoing major renovations from 20 July until 18 August 2026. From this date, Skyrail will be replaced with van transfer to Kuranda Village
- On the following dates Skyrail will be undergoing scheduled maintenance. The tour operator will reachout with amendment to your itinerary: May 25-31 , June 1, Aug 24-25, 31, Sep 1, 7-8, 14-15, 21-22, 28-29, Oct 5-6, 12-13, 19-20, Dec 25
- Please note, the cruise port pickup is for Cairns (city) Cruise Terminal only. If you dock in Yorkey's Knob, an extra fee will apply.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 27 travelers
