AUSTRALIA · SCENIC RAILWAYS IN AUSTRALIA
The 14 below run through the Barron Gorge, the Dandenongs and the sugar country behind Cairns, priced, with the cableway and cruise combinations that turn each into a full day.
Ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway, explore rainforest markets, and return above Barron Gorge by Skyrail from Cairns for $127.
“It will be better if the time in Kuranda was with one hour longer.”
Review of the Kuranda Scenic Railway and Skyrail day trip from Cairns, with itinerary details, costs, tips, drawbacks, and booking advice.
“Of course we booked a Great Barrier Reef trip while in Cairns, and this seemed like the other "must see". The Skyway ride was fun and had some amazing views. The stops along the way were informative and again great views. The town itself was far less impressive. On the October Sunday we were there about half the restaurants and stores seemed to be closed. The zoo was fine but very small. The train ride back was not as impressive as the skyway. It was slow, hot, and much of the time you aren't seeing much of anything. Overall, glad we did it but might have been better to rent…”
Review of Cairns’ Kuranda day tour with Scenic Railway, Skyrail, rainforest wildlife, Aboriginal culture, lunch, and practical tips.
“Get the Glass Boat or Snorkelling and then decide. The cruise boat takes 50 minutes to get out to the Green Island. Bring strong sunblock for the summer sun so your souvenir is not a bad sunburn to mess up your time off. I say get the gRead more”
Ride Kuranda’s historic railway and Skyrail over ancient rainforest, with Gold Class comfort, free village time, and practical booking tips.
“The views are spectacular. The guided tours very informative and interesting. This gave us more things to look out for which made the trip enjoyable.”
Ride Skyrail and the Kuranda Scenic Train from Port Douglas, explore Kuranda markets, and enjoy a Palm Cove stop on this full-day tour.
“Our driver Chris was amazing, he kept everyone entertained all day. From his first cheery welcome to the perfect sing song on the way home. The day ran smoothly, with his clear instructions and his jaunty hat so he could always be seen in a crowd! 😂 A great day was had by all. The Skyrail was exhilarating and the 40 minute ride gave lots of time to see the scenery and the views were spectacular. This trip in my opinion was well worth the money.”
Ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway or Skyrail from Port Douglas, explore rainforest markets, and unwind at Palm Cove on this full-day tour.
“Excellent! Great day, Chris our guide was funny and very informative! Highly recommended.”
Review of the Kuranda Scenic Railway and Skyrail tour from Port Douglas, with rainforest views, markets, Palm Cove, pricing, tips, and FAQs.
“This trip was phenomenal from start to finish! Our tour leader Brett was the best and a leader that everyone should experience! The views from this trip will be remembered forever!”
Ride Skyrail over Queensland rainforest, explore Kuranda, then return by Gold Class train with drinks, snacks, and spectacular views.
“A great trip, highly recommended, make the train trip the return and upgrade to Gold Class to enjoy some drinks and snacks... awesome views both on the Sky Rail and the Train”
Review of Cairns Super Saver, combining Great Barrier Reef snorkeling, Kuranda Rail and Skyrail, and a Daintree Cape Tribulation day.
“The trip was good, but the Chef was very rude on a request for vegetarian food. This made the whole cruise experience unpleasant. Please try to understand that It is How you say that matters. I am very disappointed after booking this cruise and taking along my parents.”
Review of the Cairns Kuranda small-group tour with Skyrail, Scenic Railway, hotel pickup, guide support, tips, costs, and drawbacks.
“Great experience, great tour guide. Only the weather was an issue, it was really hot, so better to come in winters”
Review of the Kuranda Skyrail, Scenic Railway, Rainforestation and lunch tour from Cairns, with practical tips, costs and honest drawbacks.
“The gondola ride was great. Would have liked to have more walking and learning to do on the way. Kuranda was good but there are options in the village that are very similar to part of this tour. Was not a huge fan of being isolated at a destination and not really being able to do things at our leisure. Train ride was LONG. May have booked differently if exact times were understood.”
Review of the Kuranda Army Duck, Skyrail, and Scenic Railway tour from Cairns, with practical advice on timing, value, stops, and drawbacks.
“Good tour of a rain forest and free time to get to know nature or shop whichever was your preference. Train ride up and gondola down was perfect trip.”
Review of Sydney’s private koala and kangaroo tour with waterfalls, beaches, wildlife, scenic views, and a train ride back.
“Up close with the koala and kangaroos. The drive through different parts of Sydney was great too. I felt a bit like I was missing some of Sydney but this trip filled the gaps.”
Review of the Port Douglas Kuranda tour, with Skyrail, Scenic Railway, markets, guides, pricing, tips, and booking advice.
“We had the wildlife habitat option and enjoyed it so much we returned another day. Wear an old tshirt if having koala photo! Peter was our guide for the kuranda trip and he kept us entertained with interesting facts and 'dad jokes ' on the journey. Skyrail amazing. Be sure to upgrade for train back.”
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