Milford Sound Small-Group Bus Tour from Queenstown with Cruise, Lunch & Scenic Flight
by Cheeky Kiwi Travel
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.NZ$1,796Overview
This full-day tour lasts about nine hours and starts in Queenstown. The small group departs by bus, traveling along Lake Wakatipu with views of The Remarkables mountain range. The route continues through Devil’s Staircase, known for its sharp bends and photo spots. After several scenic stops including Lake Te Anau, where there is a 20-minute break to explore and possibly see local wildlife, the tour continues to Te Anau Downs at the start of the Milford Track. Then the bus passes through Eglinton Valley with its glacial landscape, followed by a short walk at Mirror Lakes to view mountain reflections. A photo stop at Lake Gunn follows, and the drive continues alongside the Hollyford River with its rapids and waterfalls. The group then climbs into the Darran Mountains, pausing to look for kea parrots and take photos. The tour passes through the hand-built Homer Tunnel descending toward Milford Sound. At Milford Sound, participants board a smaller, boutique cruise boat operated by Cruise Milford for a two-hour cruise. This allows close views of wildlife such as New Zealand fur seals, waterfall cascades, and towering rock faces. Mitre Peak, a steep triangular mountain, is visible during the cruise. After the cruise, the tour concludes with a scenic flight back to Queenstown. The flight includes commentary from the pilot about the landscape and history below. Water and snacks are provided during the day, and lunch is included. The minibuses have air conditioning. The return flight is subject to weather and availability, with a bus transfer and partial refund as alternatives if canceled.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Queenstown
The tour begins in Queenstown where the guide introduces the day's itinerary and points out key sights while leaving the city.
Lake Wakatipu
The route follows Lake Wakatipu with views of The Remarkables mountain range and the lake’s shoreline.
Devil's Staircase Lookout Point
The bus passes through Devil’s Staircase, a winding and elevated road section known for dramatic photo opportunities.
Lake Te Anau
A 20-minute stop in the town of Te Anau, beside New Zealand’s second largest lake, allows for a break and possible wildlife sightings. The tour also stops at Te Anau Downs, the start of the Milford Track, to hear local stories and enjoy the lake views.
20 min
Eglinton Valley
A 10-minute stop at Eglinton Valley enters Fiordland National Park, showcasing a glacial valley landscape often compared to scenes from Lord of the Rings.
10 min
Mirror Lakes Walk
A 10-minute walk at Mirror Lakes offers views of mountain reflections on the water’s surface.
10 min
Lake Gunn
The tour pauses for about 10 minutes at Lake Gunn, named after an explorer and popular for fishing, providing a peaceful photo stop.
10 min
Drive-by Hollyford River
The route continues with views of the Hollyford River, known for large boulders, rapids, and waterfalls fed by Falls Creek.
Darran Mountains Viewpoint
A 10-minute stop in the Darran Mountains allows photo opportunities and chances to see kea parrots, the world’s largest alpine parrot.
10 min
Homer Tunnel
The bus passes through the hand-built Homer Tunnel, with stories shared about its construction, before descending sharply towards Milford Sound.
Milford Sound
At Milford Sound, guests board a smaller boat for a two-hour cruise. The cruise offers close views of wildlife including New Zealand fur seals, waterfalls cascading from rainforest-covered mountains, and massive rock faces.
120 min
Mitre Peak
During the cruise, passengers observe Mitre Peak, a sharply pointed mountain rising above the waters of Milford Sound.
10 min
Queenstown
The tour ends with a scenic flight from Milford Sound back to Queenstown. The pilot provides commentary on lakes, waterfalls, and the geography below. Flight admission is included.
40 min
Meeting point
If your accommodation is yet to be confirmed, we ask that you select The Station - Home of Adventure for now. You can update this later.
End point
Pickup time: 6:30am. If not being collected from one of our hotel locations, please meet your guide at The Station - Home of Adventure / Marmolada Cafe
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Milford Sound Small-Group Bus Tour from Queenstown with Cruise, Lunch & Scenic Flight
by Cheeky Kiwi Travel
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.NZ$1,796Overview
This full-day tour lasts about nine hours and starts in Queenstown. The small group departs by bus, traveling along Lake Wakatipu with views of The Remarkables mountain range. The route continues through Devil’s Staircase, known for its sharp bends and photo spots. After several scenic stops including Lake Te Anau, where there is a 20-minute break to explore and possibly see local wildlife, the tour continues to Te Anau Downs at the start of the Milford Track. Then the bus passes through Eglinton Valley with its glacial landscape, followed by a short walk at Mirror Lakes to view mountain reflections. A photo stop at Lake Gunn follows, and the drive continues alongside the Hollyford River with its rapids and waterfalls. The group then climbs into the Darran Mountains, pausing to look for kea parrots and take photos. The tour passes through the hand-built Homer Tunnel descending toward Milford Sound. At Milford Sound, participants board a smaller, boutique cruise boat operated by Cruise Milford for a two-hour cruise. This allows close views of wildlife such as New Zealand fur seals, waterfall cascades, and towering rock faces. Mitre Peak, a steep triangular mountain, is visible during the cruise. After the cruise, the tour concludes with a scenic flight back to Queenstown. The flight includes commentary from the pilot about the landscape and history below. Water and snacks are provided during the day, and lunch is included. The minibuses have air conditioning. The return flight is subject to weather and availability, with a bus transfer and partial refund as alternatives if canceled.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Queenstown
The tour begins in Queenstown where the guide introduces the day's itinerary and points out key sights while leaving the city.
Lake Wakatipu
The route follows Lake Wakatipu with views of The Remarkables mountain range and the lake’s shoreline.
Devil's Staircase Lookout Point
The bus passes through Devil’s Staircase, a winding and elevated road section known for dramatic photo opportunities.
Lake Te Anau
A 20-minute stop in the town of Te Anau, beside New Zealand’s second largest lake, allows for a break and possible wildlife sightings. The tour also stops at Te Anau Downs, the start of the Milford Track, to hear local stories and enjoy the lake views.
20 min
Eglinton Valley
A 10-minute stop at Eglinton Valley enters Fiordland National Park, showcasing a glacial valley landscape often compared to scenes from Lord of the Rings.
10 min
Mirror Lakes Walk
A 10-minute walk at Mirror Lakes offers views of mountain reflections on the water’s surface.
10 min
Lake Gunn
The tour pauses for about 10 minutes at Lake Gunn, named after an explorer and popular for fishing, providing a peaceful photo stop.
10 min
Drive-by Hollyford River
The route continues with views of the Hollyford River, known for large boulders, rapids, and waterfalls fed by Falls Creek.
Darran Mountains Viewpoint
A 10-minute stop in the Darran Mountains allows photo opportunities and chances to see kea parrots, the world’s largest alpine parrot.
10 min
Homer Tunnel
The bus passes through the hand-built Homer Tunnel, with stories shared about its construction, before descending sharply towards Milford Sound.
Milford Sound
At Milford Sound, guests board a smaller boat for a two-hour cruise. The cruise offers close views of wildlife including New Zealand fur seals, waterfalls cascading from rainforest-covered mountains, and massive rock faces.
120 min
Mitre Peak
During the cruise, passengers observe Mitre Peak, a sharply pointed mountain rising above the waters of Milford Sound.
10 min
Queenstown
The tour ends with a scenic flight from Milford Sound back to Queenstown. The pilot provides commentary on lakes, waterfalls, and the geography below. Flight admission is included.
40 min
Meeting point
If your accommodation is yet to be confirmed, we ask that you select The Station - Home of Adventure for now. You can update this later.
End point
Pickup time: 6:30am. If not being collected from one of our hotel locations, please meet your guide at The Station - Home of Adventure / Marmolada Cafe
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.