Scenic Rail, Kuranda & Tablelands

Self Drive or Transfer Options Available.

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Visit Kuranda, the Village in the Rainforest, and explore iconic locations on the Atherton Tablelands on this unique day tour!

Kuranda Scenic Rail:

Journey through ancient tropical rainforest of the Barron Gorge National Park on the historic Kuranda Scenic Rail. Rising from sea level to 328m, this hand-built rail experience  traverses the rainforest mountain, passing waterfalls, travelling across bridges and through tunnels constructed between 1886 to 1891. A short stop at Barron Falls Lookout offers spectacular views of Barron Falls and the valley.

Your pre-allocated tickets are on your Kuranda Boarding Pass issued by our driver at the beginning of your day will allow you to board and take your seat without queuing.

Kuranda Village:

Upon arrival in Kuranda, you have 1 hour free time to explore this fascinating village. The Heritage Markets operate 7 days a week and are full of colourful and interesting arts and crafts. You might also like to visit Birdworld, the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary or Kuranda Koala Gardens [at own expense]. Your Kuranda Boarding Pass also offers discounted entry into selected Kuranda attractions, as well a map to find your way around.

Luxury Coach Transfer

Meet our friendly driver at the designated location & time to board our coach for the Tablelands portion of the day.

Termite Fruit & Veg Farm

First is a short stop at Termite Fruit & Veg Farm; a local farm where you have the opportunity to purchase some of the local fresh fruit, coffee, jams and honey.

Skybury Tropical Plantation

Visit Skybury Tropical Plantation & Cafe with amazing vistas across the scenic Tablelands and fields. You can purchase lunch here [OWN EXPENSE] and take in the views, as well as peruse the local items in their shop and learn about the produce they grow. The sandy soils and subtropical climate are perfect for growing coffee and red papaya here which Skybury are known for.

Mt Uncle Distillery

Mount Uncle Distillery is North Queensland’s first distillery famous for its award winning spirits and liqueurs including gin, vodka, rum and more. Passengers over the age of 18 years will receive 2 sample tasting of their spirits or liqueurs.

From here, return on coach to where your day began.

You can choose to book this tour with Hotel Transfers from/to Cairns City, or if you have your own car, select our Self Drive option and park at Freshwater Train Station.