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Luxury Milford Sound Coach and Scenic Cruise
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Luxury Milford Sound Coach and Scenic Cruise
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12 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview
Cruise Milford Sound and explore New Zealand’s Fiordland on a full-day trip from Queenstown by luxury coach. See some of the South Island’s most dramatic scenery through the glass roof of the coach, then cruise past towering waterfalls and seal colonies to the Tasman Sea, choosing between open decks and cabins that are comfortable in any weather. With pickup and drop-off at selected hotels in Queenstown, this Milford Sound trip is a spectacular day of scenery and wildlife in Fiordland National Park.
- Milford Sound day trip by coach and boat from Queenstown
- Glass-roofed coach for great views
- Cruise Milford Sound on a boat with indoor and outdoor spaces
- Sail to the base of a towering waterfall
- Watch for wildlife in a natural environment
- Pickup and drop-off at selected hotels in Queenstown
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What's Included
1 Hour 45 Minute Cruise
Air Conditioned
National Park fees
Live commentary on board coach and cruise
Hotel pickup and drop-off
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Professional guide
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7:00 AM
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Note that in accordance with New Zealand Law, all infants and children aged under 7 years must be correctly secured in an approved child seat while travelling in any Milford Sound Select coach. If you need to hire an approved child seat, we recommend you contact Tots on Tour on +64 3 442 0409.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers
- OPERATED BY Milford Sound Select
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations.
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- "Don't be worried if the bus doesn't show up promptly- it is on its way and the driver will pick you up." See review
- "It’s suitable for families and for those who enjoy nature trips." See review
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We had a fantastic day,...
Sandra_M
, Mar 2022
Amazing
Callum_A
, Feb 2022
Incredible
thomas_r
, Feb 2022
Wonderful Milford
Stella_N
, Jul 2021
Long day but a great one.
Great commentary from our driver Gabe, with a lovely friendly manor and sense of humour.
Cruise was marvellous, we got to see the waterfalls, seals and the entrance to the sound from the Tasmine.
Wonderful day, we will do it again on another visit. Thankyou
1 traveler found this review helpful
Awful food on board the ship
Fiona_M
, Mar 2020
A long but fab day out
John_F
, Mar 2020
Priceless view
SusyD
, Mar 2020
Beautiful, but over priced and under delivered
Suie_T
, Mar 2020
Milford Sound was lovely and our driver was fantastic. However, we signed up for a Luxury cruise and were supposed to be on a small bus with window seats for each person. Instead we were on a huge bus and crammed on to the same boats as everyone else. We felt we definitely overpaid for the trip. With the Milford Sound road washed out and buses only traveling three times a day in convoy, really compare prices before you go.
Breathtaking
April_G
, Feb 2020
First, things run on New Zealand time here. Don't be worried if the bus doesn't show up promptly- it is on its way and the driver will pick you up. The service was fantastic. There was a mix up with our reservation and the driver got it quickly resolved. Once in route the driver made a few unexpected stops for short walks and pictures. Once we arrived at the sound this company reved the whole upper deck of the boat for our group. Again, very nice. Overall the whole day was well planned.
Fabulous!
Rebecca_G
, Feb 2020
Guide was friendly and knowledgeable, providing lots of information along the way. Roads aren’t easy to navigate, so he certainly kept us safe! The call time was 7 am, so don’t fret if you’re not a morning person - the pick up was a bit delay. Pulling out of Queenstown closer to 7:30. Wonderful experience!
Marvelous Milford
Laura_N
, Feb 2020
Our bus driver, BaaBaa, was a great storyteller. Since he was from the area, he knew quite a bit about the history, biology and geology of the area. The folks on the boat were equally informative and got you up close to marine animals and many waterfalls. We were quite lucky to be able to go out into the Tasman Sea to have a view that the early explorers would have had. The weather was perfect. It’s a long drive from Queenstown, but well worth it. Stunning!
Disappointment all round but no fault of the company
harveyb
, Feb 2020
Outstanding scenery
mauriceellerker
, Jan 2020
We would highly recommend this trip to Milford Sound and Cruise. Our driver (from Asia sorry didn’t catch his name) was superb. He was very knowledgeable about the route to Milford Sound. He was a very safe driver and knew when to concentrate on his driving. The picnic lunch provided on the boat was adequate for us. The scenery was simply outstanding.
Beautiful scenery
lacyruth62
, Jan 2020
The trip to Milford Sound is beautiful. Our bus driver was a good driver. The bus was very comfortable. The cruise was delightful. The only glitch was that they advertised the bus had a toilet, which was important to me. This was true, but we were told it was only to be used in an emergency. There were bathroom stops along the way. And the bus driver was willing to make extra stops if we needed them. I just don’t believe they should advertise the bathroom on the bus.
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Peter_L
, Jan 2020
We had a party of 13 , 8 adults 4 kids , youngest 10 take this trip. The Bus driver was fantastic , a safe driver and very pleasant and knowledgeable. The BUS is Not Luxury it is very ordinary and for a 10 hour bus trip very uncomfortable. The glass roof is for only half the bus so if you dont sit in the correct place you see nothing above. The boat ride is ok BUT the food they serve is almost inedible greasy and certainly not up to standard. The problem is you arrive in Milford after a 51/2 hr trip and then have to wait in a line for 20 minutes { in the rain} before you are allowed to board the boat. Shocking organisation. The milford trip is cut short because you have to sit inside and have the disgusting lunch and miss the best part of Milford. Milford is amazing but you get effectively only an hour there.
To cap it off , the office that runs this tour is run by students who have not been trained at all and cannot answer any questions directly and almost impossible to get hold of. In summary the Bus driver was great, the bus, the food and the organisation is slapstick and childish. would not recommend this one to my friends and family.
Response from Host , Jan 2020
Hello and thank you for taking the time to post this review. We are disappointed to learn that Milford Sound didn't live up to your expectations. It is long day, especially from Queenstown. I will pass on your comments regarding the office staff and food to our management team to ensure we are not falling below our usual high standards for any reason in future. Our staff are all very passionate about the product we offer and the stunning destination in which it is located. We hope you enjoyed the rest of your travels in New Zealand. Kind Regard the Milford Sound Select Team.
No pick up or lunch!
Gemma_D
, Jan 2020
Our booking clearly said hotel pick up and lunch included but neither were included once it came to arranging the trip with the direct company! Then Viator wouldn’t even let me submit a complaint email. Great place, shame about the customer service.
Response from Host , Jan 2020
Mystically beautiful
JonathanRedaelly
, Jan 2020
This trip was without a doubt amazing. The sights you will see will leave you speechless. Your camera will be filled with hundreds of amazingly beautiful pictures, whether it rains or there is sunshine. I rated this trip at four on,y because our driver was super chatty and did not let us have enough time to rest during the four hour bus ride. Also, some other agencies will book you with lunch, therefore, invest a little extra or consider investing in the buffet lunch option. Overall, this was a phenomal trip.
Spectacular and awe-inspiring
Te_E
, Jan 2020
Be awe-inspired and amazed at God’s creation as the coach takes you to parts of the UNESCO-listed Fiordland National Park and other scenic areas. Enjoy your lunch as the 1.5 hours cruise takes you around Milford Sound to see Mitre Peak, waterfalls, seals and other wonders.
The road trip from Queenstown is more than 4 hours but very leisurely and rewarding. It’s suitable for families and for those who enjoy nature trips.
Great Trip!
margaretdavidson8
, Dec 2019
This was a very scenic trip which we thoroughly enjoyed, Sam was the bus driver and he was very knowledgeable and fun. We made a number of stops so as we could do a few walks and lots of photo opportunities. Unfortunately due to extremely poor weather conditions we were unable to do the Milford sound cruise. There was a bit of confusion as to dropping us off back at our hotel and we ended up having to pay $14, however it was a minimal charge. I would definately recommend the tour to others, however keep in mind the weather may not always be the best.
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