Milford Sound Full Day Tour from Te Anau with Cruise
Overview
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9 hours
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Travel the Milford Road in our luxurious & comfortable vehicles specially designed for small groups tours to Milford Sound. Modern comforts such as bucket leather seats, extended leg room, high performance air conditioning, small bag storage space, table trays & USB charging.
Guided by our local expert commentary, we take you to all the main photo & experience stops but also add in a couple of extra special ones not listed here. Three short & optional nature walks are included.
Upon arriving in Milford Sound, your two-hour nature cruise awaits you aboard our cruise partners boat - the Milford Haven. Boasting a restaurant and bar, you can dine in comfortable seating enjoying a hot or cold add-on lunch while the mountains, waterfalls and wildlife go by.
We reserve seats & tables on the cruise so you have your own guaranteed space within the boat.
See our website for full details.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Te Anau Downs
Following departure form Te Anau, we have a 25min drive to Te Anau Downs. If the weather is appropriate, we stop here for a photo and sightseeing looking across Lake Te Anau and down the Middle Fjord.
Mirror Lakes Walk
Following a 20min drive, we arrive at Mirror Lakes. This short 2-minute nature walk on well formed tracks and boardwalks will have you at the tranquil Mirror Lakes, the backdrop of the Earl Mountains behind them. This is a challenge for any travelling photographer to capture the essence of the lakes - their mirror reflection.
Options
Milford Sound Full Day Tour from Te Anau with Cruise
Pickup included
Tour + Hot Lunch
Gourmet Pie, Cheesecake, Juice: Type choice into comments - Chicken & Cranberry, Pork Belly, Mince & Cheese (GF), Vegetarian Dhal or Spinach & Chickpea (V) Pickup included
What‘s Included
Unlimited chilled & purified water in plant-based reusable drink bottles that guests can keep.
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Cruise ticket
A morning sweet/savoury snack provided.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
369 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fabulous Milford Sound trip!!!
JenniferK24813,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The pick-up and return service directly from/to our accommodation in Te Anau was greatly appreciated. The Mercedes mini-bus vehicle was extremely comfortable and Murray was an excellent driver and guide. Our small group tour was thoroughly enjoyable. It was unhurried, yet filled with points of interest. The superb weather added to our enjoyment of the region. The boat trip was even better than we could have imagined and Adam's commentary was enthralling. This tour is total value for money!
Fabulous Tour to Milford Sound with LUXE Tours
C3156IPkarenm,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The perfect way to experience Milford Sound was with Luxe Tours from Te Anau. A small group with the most luxurious Mercedes Sprinter Van for transport and a fabulous driver/guide who took care of the driving/tasks throughout the day and gave us insights and commentary. He had all the good spots for sightseeing taken care of so we could sit back & relax. It was so much more pleasurable than driving this stretch of road ourselves as the guide (Ian) timed the morning to coincide with our cruise departure perfectly. With plenty of leg room, comforts & special treats thought of throughout the day made this experience most enjoyable. We had a fabulous group accompany our day trip which makes all the difference. The cruise on the Milford Marriner went by so quickly and the journey back to Te Anau very pleasant. Luxe Tours have taken care of the little details that makes travelling with them pure joy. I can highly recommend Luxe Tours for your Milford tour.
Milford Sound with Luxe Tours is the best way to travel.
E9179KKmichelles,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing day on our Luxe Tours Milford Sound Tour. Murray was fantastic and we felt so safe with him driving. The bus was very comfortable and we had plenty of opportunities to hop off and see some of the beautiful scenery. Murray had lots of local knowledge to share which we found enjoyable and would have missed out on if we had driven ourselves. The trip into Milford Sound with Luxe Tours was the best way to travel.
not to be missed
miket469,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had some doubts about self driving into Milford sound during the start of winter and so we booked a tour with Luxe Tours instead.Glad we did! Couldn’t fault this company. Our guide Murray was tremendous. Very warm and personable and had a wealth of knowledge and experience. Also an excellent and very safe driver. Even had we driven ourselves and stopped at the very same spots, I’m sure we would have missed a great deal. Very comfortable van, regular stops and excellent morning tea. Umbrellas and water bottles on hand .It was a very wet day and so the cruise on Milford Sound was not at its best with most seeking shelter inside the boat and hence more limited space. Would ordinarily be much more space with people using the outside decks. Having said that don’t be put off by the rain. The waterfalls and cascades had fired up overnight and it was quite surreal to see the volume of water coming down literally hundreds of cascades or waterfalls. No doubt every visit will be very different but seeing the area today displayed the sheer power of nature in a most remarkable fashion. They are obviously a fabulous company Mike Melb Australia
Pure beauty in a few hours
vipermerv,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We took the Luxe Tour of Milford Sound recently and it was nothing but amazing! Our guide, Murray, was a wealth of knowledgeable and experience. With tour involving several sightseeing stops along to way to Milford, Murray pointed many and varied poignant pieces of local information. This made for a full and complete tour. The tour of Milford was easily one of the best experiences I’ve had the pleasure of partaking. With the weather being clear, it was easy to see the pure beauty of the Sound. Thank you Luxe Tours! We will be back!
A perfect day
bcripps1,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00My wife and I did this trip from Te Anau in February with Luxe Tours. Wow, what a day. It was a simply wonderful day from start to finish, with added value provided by Toby, our guide, who was excellent. Toby was knowledgeable and provided us with an informative commentary about every stop, walk and aspect of the day. The Milford Sound cruise was so very memorable with a lovely lunch on board and perfect weather as well as the amazing scenery.There are several providers for the Milford Sound trip, but I doubt you will find a better one than Luxe Tours. Very highly recommended.
Absolutely fabulous
Ann H,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a wonderful tour everything was perfect pick to drop off - Ian was friendly and very informative - coach was one of the most comfortable we’ve traveled in - multiple stops break up what is a long day - Milford Soumd itself didn’t disappoint and the sun even shone.
Thank you Luxe Tours
G5404VGlindam,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic trip with Luxe Tours. From the initial booking right through to the tour itself, everything was handled professionally and perfectly. Our guide Murray was outstanding and really went out of his way to make the experience special. Highly recommend Luxe Tours for anyone wanting a memorable Milford Sound experience.
Luxe Tours is a must when visiting Milford Sound
PeterH3655,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Milford Sound tour with Luxe Tours is an absolute must. They are small, family tour operator and they provide a first class experience. Ian, our guide for the day, was very welcoming and informative, but also very flexible to the wishes of the small group. Milford Sound is a spectacular experience, made all the more special by Luxe Tours. I highly recommend Luxe Tours, as a small group specialist. Peter H
Five Star (more if I could!)
ECOtas,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brilliant! Fantastic! Awesome! Pick up on time. Murray our guide greeted us personally by name, made us very welcome. Bus is so comfortable and quiet. Had pre-arranged near-front seating for queasy passenger but no need, Murray is a calm and considerate driver (total confidence in him). Commentary excellent on history, ecology, road, etc. but not overbearing. So many awesome stops. Murray claimed to not have control of the weather and wildlife but we all assumed it was him that stopped the wind and brought out the sun and found us a kea! Muffin with coffee with one of the best views ever was perfect! Streamlined entry on to cruise. Cruise fantastic. Drive back easy and calm (good music selection by Murray!). Our best day in New Zealand.
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