Milford Sound Tour from Queenstown with Cruise
Overview
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12 hours 30 minutes
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Travel the Milford Road in our luxurious & comfortable vehicles specially designed for small groups tours to Milford Sound from Queenstown.
Modern comforts such as bucket leather seats, extended leg room, high performance air conditioning, small bag storage space & 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.
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.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Te Anau
We stop in the beautiful township of Te Anau for an extended break of 30-mins. We stop at a lakefront cafe so you can get a coffee/snack, use the bathroom and explore the stunning lakefront with mountain views.
Eglinton Valley
Eglinton Valley offers a stunning contrast of green, native bush covered mountains, against the foreground of tan fields. Guests will have a chance to explore the long lush fields. Beautiful at any time of the year.
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.
Lunch can be ordered on the cruise boat at 1pm, paid with cash or card. Meals range from $15 - $40
Options
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
Milford Sound Tour from Queenstown with Cruise
Pickup included
Reviews
135 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
5 stars!
jozelle2,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great day with Luxe Tours on the Milford Sound tour from Queenstown. The ride was comfortable and we enjoyed the scenic stops along the way. Our driver/guide, Adrian, was excellent. He was very professional and knowledgeable. The boat tour was amazing and we appreciated having our tables reserved and the food served quickly. Overall, we had wonderful experience with Luxe Tours. Highly recommend!
Worth every penny!
Maureen B,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This small group tour was a fantastic way to experience Milford Sound. The van was comfortable and it was a relief not to drive ourselves, but our guide, Adrian, made the experience unforgettable. He was funny and extremely knowledgeable about the area, and he went out of his way to avoid the crowds from the large bus tours. The entire team at Luxe was wonderful and extremely responsive to all my questions before booking. I will happily recommend them to anyone exploring this stunning area of the world!
The only way to get to Milford Sound in comfort
Trail21113321024,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The early morning was so worth it. From the comfortable bus to the knowledgable and fun driver Tommy, topped off with the beautiful scenery and a well organised trip this is the way to see Milford Sound. Little touches like a water bottle, towel to wipe the foggy windows and a limited number of passengers, normally 13 we had 6, on the bus made it a memorable trip.
Memorable Milford Sound Experience with Exceptional Service by Luxe Tours
Tourist16516404219,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful Milford Sound trip with Luxe Tours. Adrian picked us up early in the morning and kept everyone engaged throughout the journey with interesting facts and stories. He was very attentive, ensuring all passengers were comfortable and well looked after, and thoughtfully stopped at several scenic spots along the way. The cruise itself was outstanding, and the food exceeded our expectations. As a family, we truly enjoyed the entire experience and would happily recommend Luxe Tours for a Milford Sound trip.
AWESOME!!!!
johngQ4414JB,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our experience with Luxe Tours was excellent!!! Our driver/guide Adrian was just awesome. Not only as a guide, but just a genuine person. It was fun to see him interact with my granddaughter and played “guess the next artist” on the radio. He just made the combined 9 hour trip very relaxing. ADRIAN IS DA BEST!!!! Mahalo Adrian and Luxe Tours!!
Highly Recommended
D1004KUmichelleh,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tommy made our tour unforgettable. From the moment we met him, he was friendly, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. He shared great local insights, kept everything running smoothly, and made sure everyone felt comfortable and included. His driving was safe and relaxed, and he went above and beyond to make the experience enjoyable. Highly recommend requesting Tommy if you get the chance—he truly made the day special!
Awesome all round experience
259johannah,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00110% awesome experience with Luxe tours - our trip to Milford Sound was organised and relaxed and Tommy our guide was a wealth of knowledge. Would highly recommend booking with these guys.
Tommy was a great guide tour well organised We had sun r
Wander30540869661,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tommy was a great guide. Everything was well organised. We had sun rain snow waterfalls a rainbow and even saw a kea. Fiord was wonderful. Tour awesome.
Memorable day !
Curiosity20964875464,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a memorable day trip to Milford Sound!! Our guide was Tommy, very kind, friendly and attentive, awesome guy! He made sure every each one of us enjoyed the long day trip from pick up to drop off. He has a vast knowledge of the area that we went through as well. We stopped at the best spots too, enough time to take everything in and took pictures. Tommy also offered took pics of us. One of the pictures below is the cold lunch on the cruise Highly recommended Thanks team xx
No better way to see Milford Sound!
TashaP87,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a fantastic company! We had such a brilliant day with Tommy as our guide. When I looked at how long the day would be, I was a little worried but with the comfortable luxurious van, lots of great knowledge from Tommy and a great playlist, the journey seemed to go very quickly. Lots of attention to detail from water bottles, morning muffins, sweets and even towels to keep our windows clear, there was nothing that hadn’t been thought of. Thankyou for an amazing day at the truly mesmerising Milford Sound
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