Milford Sound Coach & Cruise from Queenstown: Scenic New Zealand Journey With Insightful Guides
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297 Ratings
Queenstown
Embark on a scenic coach and cruise journey from Queenstown to Milford Sound in New Zealand. Discover the secrets of the beautiful landscape with knowledgeable guides and enjoy breathtaking views of rainforests, valleys, and alpine lookouts. Experience the magic of Milford Sound on a modern catamaran, learning about its wildlife, waterfalls, and history. Don't miss the refreshing finale at Stirling Falls!
Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Southland Region - Departing Queenstown and hugging the shores of Lake Wakatipu, the highway brings you along the rugged but beautiful Devil’s Staircase and passed stunning mountain ranges to southern rural heartland. After passing through deer, cattle and sheep farming landscape, you come to the beautiful town of Te Anau, the Gateway to Fiordland, for a refreshment break.
What's Included
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Milford Sound Cruise
  • Tea and coffee
Additional Information

Embark on a scenic excursion along one of New Zealand’s most picturesque routes with skilled and informed tour guides. Each guide imparts unique narratives and unveils the mysteries of their stunning homeland as you traverse verdant rainforests, ice-sculpted valleys, alpine vistas, and much more. Relish in remarkable short hikes and exemplary photo opportunities at locations such as Eglinton Valley, Mirror Lakes, and Monkey Creek, before reaching the highlight of the trip, the enchanting Milford Sound.

Upon reaching Milford Sound, hop aboard a contemporary, roomy catamaran for an immersive journey through the region’s iconic fiord. As the vessel glides from the fiord to the Tasman Sea, the hospitable crew imparts their knowledge about the locality, its native creatures, waterfalls, and intriguing past.

Savor a complimentary lunch before joining the crew for a romp in the mist of pure glacial runoff as the boat edges towards Stirling Falls for a invigorating conclusion!

  • Please ensure that a car seat or suitable restraint is brought for all passengers 4 years and under travelling on our coach to ensure their safety and safety of others.
Location
Athol Street
The Athol Street Bus Stop is the central pick up point for the coach and cruise tour departing Queenstown. Please contact the operator with your accommodation details to find the closest pick up point.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(297 Ratings)
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Leon_n
May 24, 2024
Stunning and magical - The wet weather, I feel, made the sound even more mysterious and beautiful, waterfalls were magnificent , shear cliffs, misty mountains, local wildlife.
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Wander60676227095
May 24, 2024
Excellent experience with Pure Milford! - It was a well organized trip from start to finish, our drive from Queenstown to Milford Sound was very smooth from pick up at Frankton Bus Exchange and back! Very timely, once arriving on a cozy and comfortable coach to Milford Sounds, we did not have to wait very long to board our ferry! Had a nice light packed lunch waiting for us and the ferry ride was nice! I highly recommend booking with Pure Milford as our driver stopped at all the 'touristy' spots for a chance for everyone to take pictures on the way there. He was very patient, funny and helpful. Thank you Pure Milford :)
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Manar_a
May 22, 2024
Love it - Beautiful views on the drive there and the cruise itself. Stops along the way there to break up the drive, stretch your legs and see some cool spots! Pure Milford team were amazing, from Carla in customer service and Norman the driver - thanks so much for all your assistance that day!!
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Serap_y
May 22, 2024
Excellent trip to Milford Sound - Great your guide, nice clean large buses with large windows. We got to stop at scenic places and the bus was on time. The boat and the fiords were beautiful.
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Neil_c
May 17, 2024
Great Trip that I would recommend - The scenery of the area is majestic and beautiful. I loved the Mirror Ponds and the cruise of the sound itself. The driver was friendly and helpful, and very informative.
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Sanjiv_d
May 12, 2024
Amazing Experience - It has been amazing experience with great tour guide/driver Sebastian He provided excellent commentary and also drove safely Milford Sound cruise was also great Overall fantastic experience
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Jodiek216
May 11, 2024
Stunning Milford Sound - Wonderful tour. We had fabulous weather and our driver and guide, Sebastian, was so friendly and informative. Highly recommend this tour.
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Jiawen_h
May 10, 2024
Great and Compact Day Journey! - Nice guide and great view along the road. Worthy to visit again! It could be better if visiting in summer.
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Tony_v
May 25, 2024
Worthwhile - The drive through the mountains was spectacular as was Milford sound The only downside was that it was a very long day
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P_p
May 16, 2024
Milford trip - sightseeing and Cruise are the two attractions for me. The bus could be better to avoid jerks in the back seats
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