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Kuranda in a day! - Cairns
Kuranda in a day!
Kuranda Train & Skyrail in a day!
- Unguided Budget day trip
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Kuranda in a Day! is an unguided budget tour option which combines the famous Scenic Rail and Skyrail Cableway into a relaxing scenic day trip.
What makes it Great?
- Excellent value
- Transfers from accommodation included
- Flexible departure times
- Choose from 2 or 4 hours in Kuranda
ITINERARY:
* 8am - 9am Coach transfer to Freshwater Station
* 9:45am Kuranda Scenic Rail
* Approx. 2 or 4 hours in Kuranda Village
* 1:45pm or 3:30pm Return by Skyrail Cableway
* Barron Falls Boardwalk
* Red Peak Boardwalk
* 3:00pm or 4:40pm Return transfer to accommodation
Enjoy a leisurely start to the day with a pickup time of around 8:20am from your hotel. Your coach which will transfer you to the delightful Freshwater Railway Station.
You will board the famous historic Kuranda Scenic Rail at 9:45am for your experience through some of the oldest rainforest in the world to Kuranda.
The train journey will take you through 15 hand carved tunnels, across the giant bridge over Stoney Creek, and will stop at Barron Gorge Observation Deck for photographs. Upon arrival in Kuranda, the day is yours to experience the charm and colour of the "Village in the Rainforest", including the Heritage Markets with many stalls and shops. The markets operate 7 days a week, giving you the opportunity to sample and experience much of the local art and handicraft. You will have 2-4 hours free time to purchase your lunch and explore Kuranda. At your scheduled time of either 1:45pm or 3:30pm, you will board the 'award winning' Skyrail for your return to Cairns. Gliding only metres above the tree canopy of World Heritage listed rainforest you will become totally immersed in this unique environment - you will see, hear, smell and become part of the tropical rainforest environment. It is the perfect opportunity to experience spectacular views of the mountains and Coral Sea.Your rainforest experience ends at Caravonica Lakes where your coach is waiting to transfer you back to your accommodation at either 3:00pm or 4:40pm.
This trip can be taken in reverse order by taking the Skyrail to Kuranda first, and then returning by Scenic Rail.
TRIP UPGRADE:
You also have the option to upgrade your Kuranda in a Day! trip to include the The Kuranda Wildlife Experience (Birdworld, Butterfly Sanctuary & Koala Gardens).
Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, Rainforestation or Hartleys Crocodile Adventures.
For further details on these attractions please enquire with one of our friendly consultants...
| All prices shown in Australian Dollars | ||||
| Prices valid from 01 April 2009 until 31 March 2010 | ||||
| A1 - Kuranda in a Day! | Adult | Child | Family | |
| Kuranda Train & Skyrail | $95 | $49 | $252 | |
| A1 - Pensioner | $101 | n/a | n/a | |
| A2 - Kuranda in a Day! | Adult | Child | Family | |
| Kuranda, Skyrail & Train | $95 | $49 | $252 | |
| Kuranda & Hartley's Creek | Adult | Child | Family | |
| Kuranda & Hartley's | $143 | $74 | $384 | |
| All prices shown in Australian Dollars | ||||
| Prices valid from 01 June 2009 until 31 March 2010 | ||||
| A1 - Kuranda in a Day! | Adult | Child | Family | |
| A1SD - Kuranda Train & Skyrail -Self Drive | $90 | $51 | $246 | |
| EXTRAS | |
| Prices valid from 01 April 2008 until 31 March 2010 | |
| Kuranda Levy | $ 1 |
| OPTIONAL EXTRAS | |
| Prices valid from 01 April 2009 until 31 March 2010 | |
| Gold Class Upgrade | $ 50 |
| TERMS | |
| Adult = 15 + Years (May vary depending on company) | |
| Child = 3 -14 Years (May vary depending on company) | |
| Family = 2 Adults & 2 Children | |
| CURRENCY CONVERTER | |
| WE DO NOT CHARGE BOOKING FEES OR CREDIT CARD SURCHARGES |
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