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From Queenstown: Milford Sound Full-Day Tour with Lunch
4.6469193 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.6469193 out of 5 stars
422 reviews

Discover New Zealand’s best scenic highlight with a Milford Sound cruise from Queenstown. Glide along the tranquil fjord, viewing amazing wildlife, dramatic waterfalls and the majestic Mitre Peak.

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Duration 12.5 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
English
Audio guide included
Chinese, Japanese, Spanish
Y
Yanjie – Canada

The guide and the cruise are excellent, even we suffered very bad weather

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    InterCity Bus Stop Queenstown

  • Bus/coach

    (2.08 hours)

  • Lake Wakatipu

    Sightseeing, Scenic drive

  • Te Anau

    Break time (30 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (65 minutes)

  • Mirror Lakes

    Photo stop, Sightseeing

  • Eglinton Valley

    Photo stop, Sightseeing

  • Homer Tunnel

    Scenic drive

  • Monkey Creek

    Photo stop, Sightseeing

  • Timeline stop icon

    Milford Sound

    Boat cruise (2.25 hours)

  • Bus/coach

    (115 minutes)

  • Te Anau

    Break time (15 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (2.25 hours)

  • Arrive back at:

    InterCity Bus Stop Queenstown

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Enjoy stunning scenery as you travel to Milford Sound in a glass-roofed coach
  • Enjoy spectacular views of waterfalls and Mitre Peak
  • Make the most of photo stops at Eglinton Valley and the Mirror Lakes

Full description

In the heart of Fiordland National Park, Milford Sound is known as one of New Zealand’s top scenic attractions. On this day tour from Queenstown, jump on board an air-conditioned coach and be entertained with commentary from your driver/guide.
After passing through the 1.2-kilometer-long Homer Tunnel, descend into Milford Sound. Here you will board your boat to cruise along the fjord. Take in the famous sights, like the uniquely-shaped Mitre Peak and the glacier-scarred rock.

Keep an eye out for marine life like dolphins, seals, and penguins too. The fjord is dotted with waterfalls that tumble through the valleys and crash into the sound far below, making the scenery in Milford Sound spectacular, rain or shine.

Once you have finished your cruise you will board your luxury coach again and make the journey back to Queenstown.

Includes

  • Glass-roofed coach travel
  • Glass-roof luxury catamaran
  • 1 hour and 45-minute boat cruise
  • WiFi
  • Driver/guide commentary
  • Picnic lunch
  • Drinks

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Participants

Meeting point

**Please note alternate pick-pick location for all bookings travelling 19-30 May. Customers will need to meet at the Carpark at 61 Stanley Street, Queenstown. Bus stop Athol St in middle of the carpark (all-day parking is NOT available here) Please arrive 15minutes prior to departure time.

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Important information

Not allowed

  • Electric wheelchairs

Know before you go

  • There is limited phone service and internet in Milford Sound
  • It is recommended you bring cash with you on this tour if you would like to make any extra purchases
  • While every effort is made to operate the Milford Sound tour in glass-roof coaches, due to operational reasons these vehicles may not always be available
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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 422 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.6/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Yanjie – CanadaApril 5, 2025 – Verified booking
The guide and the cruise are excellent, even we suffered very bad weather
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Oliver – United KingdomMarch 31, 2025 – Verified booking
Dwanye our tour guide was incredible and made the trip such an amazing experience
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Ankit – United StatesMarch 27, 2025 – Verified booking
The trip was nice. Overall experience is good. The cruise was worth it. Food/Picnic lunch was okaish. Time schedule is commendable.

Product ID: 238827

Activity provider:GreatSights New Zealand
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