Milford Sound Premium Coach & Cruise from Queenstown with Lunch
Overview
Available languages
12 hours 30 minutes
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The best way to experience Milford Sound from Queenstown. We take care of the driving while you sit back and enjoy the stunning views from our premium coaches with panoramic windows, glass roofs, and USB charging ports. Your friendly driver shares stories about the area's history and unique ecology, with well-timed stops to snap photos of the amazing views. Our free multi-lingual commentary app is available on both the Coach and Cruise in eight languages.
Arrive in Milford Sound feeling refreshed and ready to cruise the fiord. Get ready for unobstructed views of thundering waterfalls and the towering cliff faces. Our premium Nature Cruise comes with options to pre-order a picnic lunch or choose the To Kai buffet on selected departures.
This trip takes care of all the transportation, including round-trip travel from Queenstown to Milford Sound and a seamless connection to your cruise. All you have to do is enjoy the experience.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please advise of your country of origin at the time of booking
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Sunscreen and insect repellent advisable
Appropriate child restraints are NOT provided by the operator. These must be provided by the parent or caregiver - without this you may be turned away and unable to travel - please be prepared.
Please make sure you arrive at least 15mins before your departure time.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Multi-lingual app for commentary available: App Store and Google Play search Southern Discoveries
Informative commentary provided by local coach driver
Return transport from Queenstown to Milford Sound on premium glass-roof coach
USB charging ports on board coach
Milford Sound Nature Cruise of up to 2 hours
FREE tea and coffee onboard the cruise
Spot diverse wildlife while on the cruise
Freshly prepared Lunch
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Appropriate child restraints are not provided by the operator and must be supplied by yourselves.
What To Expect
Southern Discoveries - Queenstown Visitor Centre
6.30am Coach pick-up from Southern Discoveries Visitor Centre (if you selected the 6.30am tour option) 7.00am Coach pick-up from Southern Discoveries Visitor Centre (if you selected the 7.00am tour option) • Travel on a premium glass-roof coach, equipped with reclining seats, extra legroom, air-conditioning •USB charging ports and onboard toilet • Experienced, local coach drivers provide engaging and informative commentary, and show you the best short walks and photo stops along the Milford Road • Coach connects with our Milford Sound Cruise • FREE tea and coffee
Queenstown
Queenstown, New Zealand, sits on the shores of the South Island’s Lake Wakatipu. It's from here you will set off on a day trip with Milford Sound's original Cruise operator, Southern Discoveries, from Queenstown into Milford Sound to enjoy a beautiful experience of Milford Sound on a premium, low-emission coach with a delicious & freshly cooked international style buffet onboard your cruise. Discover the native wildlife, towering waterfalls and majestic mountains of the fiords in Milford Sound.
Options
8:30am Departure with Picnic
8:30am Departure with Picnic
6:30am Departure with Picnic
6:30am Departure with Picnic
7:00am Departure with Buffet
7:00am Departure with Buffet
Reviews
462 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Pleasant Fay out
Debra L,
Aug 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00Bus ride was very informative and restful no need to stress about driving. The boat was smooth and very comfortable, lunch consisted of meat and veg, was simple and satisfied a hunger. Fresh fruit for afters
Milford Sound memorable Tour.
Sharon L,
Aug 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00Beautiful countryside makes bus tour and boat worthwhile. Fantastic commentary by driver- great kiwi sense of humour and clearly passionate about the area and sustainability. Operators arranged taxi to and from pick up point at no extra cost. Impressive.
Totally recommend this tour
Shenjie L,
Aug 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00This is a great tour with fantastic coach bus and an excellent driver plus your guide. everything is handled very smoothly by the tour company. I greatly recommend. Tip: when you eat three lunch buffet, there is no need to rush, there is plenty of time.
Milford Sound is...
Brian O,
Aug 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Milford Sound is Breathtaking, the views are unbelievable. The cruise makes the day. The bus journey was very comfortable, great scenery in & out of the Milford Sound. This tour is a must for anyone in Queenstown. Brilliant experience.
Loved it, would recommend this tour!
Kira M,
Jul 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great experience in the glass top bus. The company was very flexible and accommodating to all travelling. Such a comfy bus as well!! Bucket list item done and I would recommend this tour to anyone! The nearly $300 pricetag feels exy at first but you definitely get your money's worth, and it would be way more expensive trying to do this on your own from Queenstown (car hire + boat ± 6hrs driving ± hotel stay if needed).
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