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Milford Sound cruise ship with scenic mountain views, Queenstown day trip experience.
Milford Sound cruise boat with scenic mountain views, part of Queenstown day trip experience.
Milford Sound cruise boat with scenic fjord views, lush mountains, and waterfalls, New Zealand day trip.
Milford Sound cruise with scenic mountain views and lush greenery, Queenstown day trip.
Milford Sound cruise with scenic views of fjords and waterfalls, Queenstown day trip.
Tourists watching a waterfall at Milford Sound
Milford Sound cruise boat with scenic fjord views, Queenstown day trip experience.
Milford Sound cruise with scenic mountain views and lush greenery, Queenstown day trip.
Milford Sound cruise boat with scenic mountain views, part of Queenstown day trip experience.
Milford Sound cruise with scenic mountain views and lush greenery, Queenstown day trip.
Milford Sound cruise ship with scenic mountain views, Queenstown day trip experience.
Milford Sound cruise boat with scenic mountain views, part of Queenstown day trip experience.
Milford Sound cruise boat with scenic fjord views, lush mountains, and waterfalls, New Zealand day trip.
Milford Sound cruise with scenic mountain views and lush greenery, Queenstown day trip.
Milford Sound cruise with scenic views of fjords and waterfalls, Queenstown day trip.
Tourists watching a waterfall at Milford Sound
Milford Sound cruise boat with scenic fjord views, Queenstown day trip experience.
Milford Sound cruise with scenic mountain views and lush greenery, Queenstown day trip.
Milford Sound cruise boat with scenic mountain views, part of Queenstown day trip experience.
Milford Sound cruise with scenic mountain views and lush greenery, Queenstown day trip.
Milford Sound cruise ship with scenic mountain views, Queenstown day trip experience.
Milford Sound cruise boat with scenic mountain views, part of Queenstown day trip experience.
Milford Sound cruise boat with scenic fjord views, lush mountains, and waterfalls, New Zealand day trip.
Milford Sound cruise with scenic mountain views and lush greenery, Queenstown day trip.
Milford Sound cruise with scenic views of fjords and waterfalls, Queenstown day trip.
Tourists watching a waterfall at Milford Sound
Milford Sound cruise boat with scenic fjord views, Queenstown day trip experience.
Milford Sound cruise with scenic mountain views and lush greenery, Queenstown day trip.
Milford Sound cruise boat with scenic mountain views, part of Queenstown day trip experience.
Milford Sound cruise with scenic mountain views and lush greenery, Queenstown day trip.
4.3(103)

From Queenstown: Milford Sound Day Trip with Cruise, Walks & Return Transfers

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NZ$260
Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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12 hr. - 13 hr.
Transfers included
Itinerary
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Map
START POINT

Queenstown

Start your trip here; enjoy the views, grab a coffee, and get ready for the adventure ahead.

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Wye Creek Track

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Lake Te Anau Lion Lookout Point

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Te Anau

Free Admission

Te Anau is the gateway to Fiordland National Park. Stretch your legs and explore as the coach stops here for a midway break.

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Lake Mistletoe Walking Track

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Eglinton Valley and Mirror Lakes

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Lake Gunn

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Hollyford Lookout

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Lake Marian Track

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Homer Tunnel

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The Chasm

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Milford Sound Terminal

Tickets included

The gateway to Milford Sound, where you can embark on a cruise to explore one of the most stunning natural landscapes in the world, surrounded by towering cliffs and waterfalls.

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  • Best for: families and short-stay visitors to New Zealand, this comprehensive day trip from Queenstown is your ticket to experiencing the best of Fiordland.
  • Book this if you: want to combine a scenic drive, short walks, and a cruise all in one action-packed day, with hassle-free transfers.
  • What's unique: Explore Milford Sound with curated stops at locations like Mirror Lakes, and Eglington Valley, with the chance to upgrade to a premium, small-group experience.
  • Sights seen: Fiordland National Park, Milford Sound, Four Sisters, Mitre Peak, Bowen Falls, Lion Mountain, Copper Point, Seal Rock, and more!
  • Best for: families and short-stay visitors to New Zealand, this comprehensive day trip from Queenstown is your ticket to experiencing the best of Fiordland.
  • Book this if you: want to combine a scenic drive, short walks, and a cruise all in one action-packed day, with hassle-free transfers.
  • What's unique: Explore Milford Sound with curated stops at locations like Mirror Lakes, and Eglington Valley, with the chance to upgrade to a premium, small-group experience.
  • Sights seen: Fiordland National Park, Milford Sound, Four Sisters, Mitre Peak, Bowen Falls, Lion Mountain, Copper Point, Seal Rock, and more!

Inclusions

  • Full-day tour of Milford Sound
  • Round-trip transfers from Queenstown
  • Stops with short walks
  • 2-hour Milford Sound cruise
  • English-speaking driver-guide
  • Lunch (as per option selected)
  • Complimentary tea and coffee on-board
  • Small-group experience (as per option selected)

Exclusions

  • Other food and beverages (available to purchase onboard)
  • Tip: Head to the bow when near Stirling Falls on the boat to experience a refreshing spray from glacial meltwater!
  • The experience may be subject to change due to extreme weather conditions.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Milford Sound Cruise ship from Queenstown
People getting ready to board a Scenic Flight to Milford Sound
Plane flying over a lake during a scenic flight to Milford Sound
Milford Sound Cruise ship heading to the dock
Women enjoying the Milford Sound cruise with a waterfall in the background
Plane flying by a mountain during a scenic flight to Milford Sound
Milford Sound Cruise ship by a waterfall
People hiking by the lakes in Milford Sound
Milford Sound Cruise ship from Queenstown
People getting ready to board a Scenic Flight to Milford Sound
Plane flying over a lake during a scenic flight to Milford Sound
Milford Sound Cruise ship heading to the dock
Women enjoying the Milford Sound cruise with a waterfall in the background
Plane flying by a mountain during a scenic flight to Milford Sound
Milford Sound Cruise ship by a waterfall
People hiking by the lakes in Milford Sound
Milford Sound Cruise ship from Queenstown
People getting ready to board a Scenic Flight to Milford Sound
Plane flying over a lake during a scenic flight to Milford Sound
Milford Sound Cruise ship heading to the dock
Women enjoying the Milford Sound cruise with a waterfall in the background
Plane flying by a mountain during a scenic flight to Milford Sound
Milford Sound Cruise ship by a waterfall
People hiking by the lakes in Milford Sound
4.4(29)

From Queenstown: Milford Sound Scenic Flyover & Cruise

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NZ$675
Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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4 hr. 30 min. - 13 hr.
Transfers included
Itinerary
START POINT

Queenstown

Start your flight from Queenstown, the adventure capital of New Zealand, known for its stunning lake and mountain views.

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Central Otago

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Lake Wakatipu

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Mt Aspiring National Park

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Fiordland National Park

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  • Best for time-conscious travelers seeking a premium experience to visit Milford Sound in less than a day, with convenient flight transfers.
  • Book this if you are looking for both aerial and sea-level views of Milford Sound without the hassle of an hours-long drive to and from Queenstown.
  • What's unique: If you opt for return flights, your adventure won't take more than half a day. If you opt for return by road, you get to enjoy some scenic stops.
  • Sights seen: Bowen Falls, Lion Mountain, Copper Point, Seal Rock, Fairy Falls, Stirling Falls, St Annes Point Lighthouse, Tasman Sea, and more.
  • Best for time-conscious travelers seeking a premium experience to visit Milford Sound in less than a day, with convenient flight transfers.
  • Book this if you are looking for both aerial and sea-level views of Milford Sound without the hassle of an hours-long drive to and from Queenstown.
  • What's unique: If you opt for return flights, your adventure won't take more than half a day. If you opt for return by road, you get to enjoy some scenic stops.
  • Sights seen: Bowen Falls, Lion Mountain, Copper Point, Seal Rock, Fairy Falls, Stirling Falls, St Annes Point Lighthouse, Tasman Sea, and more.

Inclusions

  • Full-day or half-day tour of Milford Sound from Queenstown (based on option selected)
  • Small-group experience
  • Round-trip flight transfers from Queenstown (if option selected)
  • One-way coach to Milford Sound (if option selected)
  • Return flight transfer to Queenstown (if option selected)
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Live commentary
  • 2-hour Milford Sound cruise
  • Complimentary tea, coffee, & water on cruise

Exclusions

  • Food and drinks (available for purchase onboard)
  • Tip: Look out for playful dolphins and, if you’re lucky, catch a glimpse of the rare and elusive Fiordland Crested Penguin.
  • The flyover from Queenstown over Milford Sound and back to Queenstown is approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
  • Passengers weighing 140kg (308lb) or more should make a note during booking. For helicopter activities, there is a weight limit of 116kg (255lb).
  • A discrepancy exceeding 15kg (33lb) from the declared weight at check-in may lead to rescheduling, depending on availability.
  • This activity is not suitable for wheelchair users or people with reduced mobility.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Mitre Peak view from Milford Sound cruise on Queenstown premium tour.
Group of tourists enjoying a Milford Cruise day trip with kayaking activity, lunch, and underwater observatory tickets in New Zealand
Cruise ship sailing at Milford Sound / Piopiotahi Fjord with a view of Mitre Peak, New Zealand's iconic natural attraction
Milford Sound fjord with cruise ship, mountains, and waterfall, Queenstown tour.
The view from Pop's Valley lookout
Cruise at Milford Sound / Piopiotahi Fjord
Cruise at Milford Sound / Piopiotahi Fjord
Picnic lunch during a premium Milford Sound tour
Round trip coach transfers to Milford Sound
Mitre Peak view from Milford Sound cruise on Queenstown premium tour.
Group of tourists enjoying a Milford Cruise day trip with kayaking activity, lunch, and underwater observatory tickets in New Zealand
Cruise ship sailing at Milford Sound / Piopiotahi Fjord with a view of Mitre Peak, New Zealand's iconic natural attraction
Milford Sound fjord with cruise ship, mountains, and waterfall, Queenstown tour.
The view from Pop's Valley lookout
Cruise at Milford Sound / Piopiotahi Fjord
Cruise at Milford Sound / Piopiotahi Fjord
Picnic lunch during a premium Milford Sound tour
Round trip coach transfers to Milford Sound
Mitre Peak view from Milford Sound cruise on Queenstown premium tour.
Group of tourists enjoying a Milford Cruise day trip with kayaking activity, lunch, and underwater observatory tickets in New Zealand
Cruise ship sailing at Milford Sound / Piopiotahi Fjord with a view of Mitre Peak, New Zealand's iconic natural attraction
Milford Sound fjord with cruise ship, mountains, and waterfall, Queenstown tour.
The view from Pop's Valley lookout
Cruise at Milford Sound / Piopiotahi Fjord
Cruise at Milford Sound / Piopiotahi Fjord
Picnic lunch during a premium Milford Sound tour
Round trip coach transfers to Milford Sound
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From Queenstown: Premium Milford Sound Tour with Cruise

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NZ$299
Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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13 hr.
Guided tour
Itinerary
START POINT

Queenstown

Start your journey in the stunning city of Queenstown on a comfortable AC minibus where your guide will guide you past some of the area’s top highlights.

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Lake Wakatipu

Free Admission

Sightseeing & Photography

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Devils Staircase

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Lake Te Anau

Free Admission

The largest lake in the South Island, Lake Te Anau is the gateway to Fiordland National Park. Meet some of the local animals or wildlife and then stop at Te Anau Downs, the starting point for the Milford Track, to hear the stories and admire the views. 

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Eglinton Valley

Free Admission

Eglinton Valley is a stunning flat-floored valley surrounded by towering peaks. Its vibrant grasslands make it a perfect spot for a peaceful walk or a photo stop.

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Mirror Lakes

Free Admission

A short walk from the highway, Mirror Lakes offers reflective views of the surrounding mountains. On calm days, the reflections are almost perfect, creating an optical illusion.

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Lake Gunn

Free Admission

Sightseeing & Photography

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Hollyford River

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Darran Mountains

Free Admission

The Darran Mountains are a rugged mountain range within Fiordland National Park, offering jaw-dropping vistas and a chance to click photos of some large, cheeky, and colourful birds.

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Homer Tunnel

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Milford Sound

Tickets included

Embark on a 2-hour cruise of Milford Sound, a breathtaking fjord known for the towering Mitre Peak rising sharply from its waters and the famous Pop's View Lookout that offers panoramic views of the Hollyford Valley and beyond.

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  • Best for guests looking for a more intimate setting and nature and history enthusiasts looking to catch scenic views with animal encounters and culture.
  • Book this if you want a cost-effective way to enjoy mountain views, history, culture, and up-close encounters with native animals.
  • What's unique: See local wildlife at Lake Te Anau, Kea, the world’s largest alpine parrot at Darren Mountains and New Zealand fur seals basking on the rocks of Milford Sound.
  • Sights seen: Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu, Devils Staircase, Lake Te Anau, Eglington Valley, Mirror Lakes, Lake Gunn, Hollyford River & Falls Creek, Darran Mountains, Homer Tunnel, Milford Sound, Mitre Peak, Pop's View Lookout.
  • Best for guests looking for a more intimate setting and nature and history enthusiasts looking to catch scenic views with animal encounters and culture.
  • Book this if you want a cost-effective way to enjoy mountain views, history, culture, and up-close encounters with native animals.
  • What's unique: See local wildlife at Lake Te Anau, Kea, the world’s largest alpine parrot at Darren Mountains and New Zealand fur seals basking on the rocks of Milford Sound.
  • Sights seen: Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu, Devils Staircase, Lake Te Anau, Eglington Valley, Mirror Lakes, Lake Gunn, Hollyford River & Falls Creek, Darran Mountains, Homer Tunnel, Milford Sound, Mitre Peak, Pop's View Lookout.

Inclusions

  • Small group guided tour
  • Tour guide
  • Round-trip transfers
  • Milford sound cruise
  • Cruise entry
  • Minibus
  • Start from Queenstown.
  • The following stops will be included on the way to and back from Milford Sound.

Minibus

  • Queenstown
  • Lake Wakatipu
  • Devils Staircase
  • Lake Te Anau
  • Eglington Valley
  • Mirror Lakes
  • Lake Gunn
  • Hollyford River & Falls Creek
  • Darran Mountains
  • Homer Tunnel

Cruise

These are the sights you can look out for during the cruise:

  • Milford Sound
  • Mitre Peak
  • Pop's View Lookout
  • Return to Queenstown
  • Tip: Keep an eye out for white-headed woodpeckers and martens when you take a short stroll around Mirror Lakes.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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