Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown
Overview
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13 hours
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Premium small group tour including a boutique Milford Sound cruise designed for an immersive viewing experience, and picnic lunch from Queenstown. There is no better way to see this most famous of attractions!
Highlights:
• Milford Sound Cruise
• Fiordland National Park
• Lake Te Anau, Eglinton Valley, Mirror Lakes, Hollyford River, Homer Tunnel & Mitre Peak
• Wildlife Spotting
While the destinations you will be visiting are truly spectacular, Cheeky Kiwi Travel believe it is our small groups, our guides, the journey and little details that set our tours apart. Secret stops, wildlife viewings, specially designed vehicles and other pleasant surprises ensure our tours are an experience to remember.
Our tours are led by our passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life by sharing stories and background knowledge, and run in modern, comfortable minibuses that are packed with extras, ensuring your comfort and safety.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
A moderate amount of walking is involved.
Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Children aged 7 years and below are required by law to travel in a child safety car seat. If you don't have a car seat one can be provided (See Exclusions) Please advise at time of booking.
Scenic flight weight restrictions are 116 KG
Scenic flights cannot be confirmed without full names and weights of all travellers
If you have dietary requirements. Please kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Water available & snacks provided
Picnic Lunch - please note dietary requirement at time of booking
Cruise Entry
Small Group & Fully Guided Tour
Hotel pickup & drop-off (listed locations only)
Picnic lunch for infants (0 - 3)
Child safety car seat available for NZ$20 (notify 24 hours prior to tour)
Optional extras and activities - please select the tour option you want at time of booking
What To Expect
Queenstown
Your tour starts in the stunning city of Queenstown. As we drive out of the city your guide will not only set the scene for your adventure today but also point out and guide you past some of the area’s top highlights.
Lake Wakatipu
Departing Queenstown we wind our way around Lake Wakatipu, with amazing views of ‘The Remarkables’ Mountain Range and the lake, stopping for photos is a must.
Options
Coach - Cruise - Fly
Cruise & Return Flight: Full bus tour + cruise at Milford Sound, then return to Queenstown via a scenic flight with 1 of our airline partners
Picnic Lunch
Boat: Departing from Queenstown, experience a boutique Milford Sound Cruise designed for an immersive viewing experience.
Pickup included
Coach - Cruise - Coach
Picnic Lunch
Small bus and boat : Departing from Queenstown and experience a boutique cruise, designed for an immersive viewing experience.
Pickup included
Reviews
2,296 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience! Jason...
Regina L,
Jul 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great experience! Jason our tour guide made all the difference and my daughter and I had a great time.
A great trip!
Christopher M,
Jul 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00The trip was great. Hannah picked us up promptly from our hotel and made sure we got to the Milford sound boat in good time before making the journey back to Queenstown. She shared some interesting stories about kiwi culture and made the journey go quickly.
Jeff, our tour guide who...
Yuxi D,
Jul 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00Jeff, our tour guide who is amazing. He drove safely, took good pictures, been very professional and has good humor.
Professional work
Yong D,
Jul 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00A Big thank to our professional guide Jeff, who's full of enthusiasm and kindness. His hard work gave us great impression, lots of interesting introduction and stories, making our trip full of happiness. We really appreciate. Thank you very much.
Great time
Christopher E,
Jul 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a fantastic experience! It might seem like a long day, but the commentary and stops on the way to Milford Sound made it not feel so long. Mairi was extremely knowledgeable, kind, and a great driver navigating the twisty roads. I’m so glad I did this trip and highly recommend it.
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