The Jewel in Milford Luxury Tour from Queenstown

Overview

Available languages

English

12 hours 45 minutes

Mobile ticket

Remarkable Scenic Tours and Fiordland Discovery are proud to offer an luxury small‑group guided journey from Queenstown or Te Anau to Milford Sound in a luxury Mercedes‑Benz Sprinter, followed by a two‑hour cruise aboard the exclusive Fiordland Jewel.

A delicious 2-course plated lunch is included, making this exclusive experience a perfect blend of luxury, natural beauty, and personalised service for an unforgettable day experiencing the eighth wonder of the world without the crowds.

**This tour runs in Summer between 1st of November and 26th of April 2026**

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What To Expect

Te Anau

Enjoy a scenic two-hour drive from Queenstown to Te Anau, winding past rolling farmland, rugged mountain ranges, and the tranquil waters of Lake Wakatipu. Along the way, soak in the ever-changing landscape before arriving in the charming lakeside town of Te Anau.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Te Anau

You’ll pause for a relaxing half-hour break, with time to stretch your legs and enjoy some morning refreshments.

45 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Morning refreshments for guests departing from Queenstown

2 Hour Luxury cruise with a maximum of 22 guests aboard.

On the cruise

Return scenic flight via helicopter or fixed wing planes can be arranged at your own cost.

Air-conditioned vehicle

2 course seated gourmet lunch

Knowledgable driver/guides

Can be purchased on the cruise

We discourage the use of single-use plastic bottles and encourage you to bring your own reusable water bottle, which can be refilled at various locations throughout the day.

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Options

From Queenstown

Boat Cruise: Milford Cruise including a seated 2 course lunch
Duration: 12 hours
2 course lunch
Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

5 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Amazing Milford Sound Tour with surprises!
E103KLdianek,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a great day with Wayne as our guide! There are many aspects of this trip that we loved including; the pick-up at our Airbnb, small group, comfy van, Dad jokes, afternoon snacks, and NZ movie for the return trip. We especially loved the surprise addition to the morning. We had a breakfast/coffee stop at a local farm where we saw a sheep shearing demonstration and chat with the farmers! We hope this will be a permanent highlight of the tour as it was so memorable! Just a delight! The price is worth the private attention, small tour van and boat, and delicious two course meal. Thank you, Wayne, for your hospitality!
Private day tour from Queenstown to Milford Sound
Luc808R,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The booking process with Wayne was fast and easy. He suggested which boat tour to take and explained how the itinerary was going to work with the optional flight option for the return trip. Brian was there on time to pick us up for the tour. He was very informative and super friendly. He pointed out the many sights and wildlife along the way. I was worried about bathroom stops but there were many along the way. Once in Milford sound, Brian escorted us to the dock and assured us that our belongings would be locked up and he would be in the van. Once the cruise was done (which was amazing with exceptional food) Brian was there at the dock waiting for us. The day was long but we expected this. The comfort of the Mercedes sprinter and the scenery made up for the drive time. Oh and I forgot to mention that we were ending a tour and extended our stay at another hotel. Brian helped us with our luggage and stored all of our bags in the van and dropped us off at our second hotel at the end of the day. I would highly recommend Remarcable scenic tours if in the area. You will not regret it and will return home with fantastic memories of your vacation!
THE EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME
Roam14529040814,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had the most wonderful trip to Milford Sound with Kathy Hansen of Remarkable Scenic Tours. I truly believe this lady has magical powers - we had a very misty trip down and some rain and as a consequence every waterfall was working in a spectacular fashion. The boat trip in Milford Sound was better than you could imagine - a clever captain managed to find a large pod of dolphins that entertained us all for at least half an hour - simply magical - then on to the Tasman Sea entrance and returning, enjoying the history of the Sound and marveling at all the waterfalls including the largest of all featured in the photo on the left of this page, on our return trip. On this day it was twice the size in the photo !! Shortly thereafter the clouds parted and by the time we reached Mitre Peak we had full sunshine and majestic views of all the peaks - I don't know how Kathy managed to do this but I shall be eternally grateful ! A very comfortable trip - the vehicle was great - the driving also excellent - expert knowledge of the area and its history and one of the best days of my life. I would recommend contacting Remarkable Scenic Tours as your Tour company in this region - they will personalise a trip you will never forget, and specifically Kathy, who went above and beyond. Thank you so much for my most memorable day.
Couldn’t ask for a better day!
669DebbieB,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Awesome all round. Chris was a fantastic tour guide, full of information, great music and safe driving skills. The cruise, great boat, intimate experience and Milford Sound on a gorgeous day was spectacular. The ride- recliner chairs, water and snacks topped off a perfect day.
I wish we could do this all over again. Wonderful!
605gilliant,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We took a trip with this company to a cruise on Milford Sound and were completely blown away. I would really really recommend them if you are thinking of going from Queenstown to Milford Sound. It’s a long way to drive there and back yourself in one day. Not only was our driver Chris, calm and capable, he was also a local with plenty of interesting nuggets of information. The van was so comfortable and the scenery so spectacular that the time passed really quickly. Plenty of stops for photos and snacks. I just wish we could do it all over again.

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The Jewel in Milford Luxury Tour from Queenstown

Overview

Available languages

English

12 hours 45 minutes

Mobile ticket

**This tour runs in Summer between 1st of November and 26th of April 2026**

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What To Expect

Te Anau

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Te Anau

You’ll pause for a relaxing half-hour break, with time to stretch your legs and enjoy some morning refreshments.

45 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Morning refreshments for guests departing from Queenstown

2 Hour Luxury cruise with a maximum of 22 guests aboard.

On the cruise

Return scenic flight via helicopter or fixed wing planes can be arranged at your own cost.

Air-conditioned vehicle

2 course seated gourmet lunch

Knowledgable driver/guides

Can be purchased on the cruise

We discourage the use of single-use plastic bottles and encourage you to bring your own reusable water bottle, which can be refilled at various locations throughout the day.

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Options

From Queenstown

Boat Cruise: Milford Cruise including a seated 2 course lunch
Duration: 12 hours
2 course lunch
Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

5 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Amazing Milford Sound Tour with surprises!
E103KLdianek,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a great day with Wayne as our guide! There are many aspects of this trip that we loved including; the pick-up at our Airbnb, small group, comfy van, Dad jokes, afternoon snacks, and NZ movie for the return trip. We especially loved the surprise addition to the morning. We had a breakfast/coffee stop at a local farm where we saw a sheep shearing demonstration and chat with the farmers! We hope this will be a permanent highlight of the tour as it was so memorable! Just a delight! The price is worth the private attention, small tour van and boat, and delicious two course meal. Thank you, Wayne, for your hospitality!
Private day tour from Queenstown to Milford Sound
Luc808R,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The booking process with Wayne was fast and easy. He suggested which boat tour to take and explained how the itinerary was going to work with the optional flight option for the return trip. Brian was there on time to pick us up for the tour. He was very informative and super friendly. He pointed out the many sights and wildlife along the way. I was worried about bathroom stops but there were many along the way. Once in Milford sound, Brian escorted us to the dock and assured us that our belongings would be locked up and he would be in the van. Once the cruise was done (which was amazing with exceptional food) Brian was there at the dock waiting for us. The day was long but we expected this. The comfort of the Mercedes sprinter and the scenery made up for the drive time. Oh and I forgot to mention that we were ending a tour and extended our stay at another hotel. Brian helped us with our luggage and stored all of our bags in the van and dropped us off at our second hotel at the end of the day. I would highly recommend Remarcable scenic tours if in the area. You will not regret it and will return home with fantastic memories of your vacation!
THE EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME
Roam14529040814,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had the most wonderful trip to Milford Sound with Kathy Hansen of Remarkable Scenic Tours. I truly believe this lady has magical powers - we had a very misty trip down and some rain and as a consequence every waterfall was working in a spectacular fashion. The boat trip in Milford Sound was better than you could imagine - a clever captain managed to find a large pod of dolphins that entertained us all for at least half an hour - simply magical - then on to the Tasman Sea entrance and returning, enjoying the history of the Sound and marveling at all the waterfalls including the largest of all featured in the photo on the left of this page, on our return trip. On this day it was twice the size in the photo !! Shortly thereafter the clouds parted and by the time we reached Mitre Peak we had full sunshine and majestic views of all the peaks - I don't know how Kathy managed to do this but I shall be eternally grateful ! A very comfortable trip - the vehicle was great - the driving also excellent - expert knowledge of the area and its history and one of the best days of my life. I would recommend contacting Remarkable Scenic Tours as your Tour company in this region - they will personalise a trip you will never forget, and specifically Kathy, who went above and beyond. Thank you so much for my most memorable day.
Couldn’t ask for a better day!
669DebbieB,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Awesome all round. Chris was a fantastic tour guide, full of information, great music and safe driving skills. The cruise, great boat, intimate experience and Milford Sound on a gorgeous day was spectacular. The ride- recliner chairs, water and snacks topped off a perfect day.
I wish we could do this all over again. Wonderful!
605gilliant,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We took a trip with this company to a cruise on Milford Sound and were completely blown away. I would really really recommend them if you are thinking of going from Queenstown to Milford Sound. It’s a long way to drive there and back yourself in one day. Not only was our driver Chris, calm and capable, he was also a local with plenty of interesting nuggets of information. The van was so comfortable and the scenery so spectacular that the time passed really quickly. Plenty of stops for photos and snacks. I just wish we could do it all over again.