Milford Sound Tour from Queenstown with Cruise
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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
Milford Sound Tour from Queenstown with Cruise
Pickup included
Reviews
73 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect Tour with Awesome Company
Safari10425729178,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I had an excellent time. Our tour guide Tommy was fantastic. He knew so much about every stop on the way and was a wealth of knowledge. Tommy did a great job keeping the group on time and ensuring everyone got where they needed to be. The transition to the boat was seamless and the preordered lunches and reserved tables were great. We opted to take the plane back from Milford Sound and Tommy was great in getting that setup for us as well. Highly recommend Luxe Tours to everyone we had a great time!
Luxe tours look no further just book with these guys
Waitsey,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great day, all communications were excellent,the transport was brilliant and comfortable, Adrian our driver/guide made it a very special trip, memories forever - excellent all round thank you
Luxe Tours to Milford Sound
janelewis1,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was my second trip to Milford Sound with Luxe Tours. Last year I went from Te Anau, I was so impressed that I decided to book again, this year from Queenstown. It didn't disappoint, Tommy our driver/guide was brilliant, he was extremely knowledgeable, professional and caring, he made the day so memorable. I would highly recommend Luxe Tours, they're a small company and take excellent care of their customers.
Great day out.
maggiewW8393YC,,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic day our tour guide - Tommy was so knowledgeable & helpful on our trip. We learnt so much, so glad we choose Luxe Tours for our visit to Milford Sound.
Awesome NZ Milford Sound from Queenstown
329rishig,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I booked a Milford Sound tour from Queenstown with Awesome NZ, on 26/01/2026 and the trip was absolutely great from start to finish. The journey itself was comfortable and well-organized, with plenty of beautiful scenery along the way. A special shout-out to our driver Abbi, who was truly awesome. He was friendly, accommodating, and provided engaging and informative commentary throughout the drive, which made the long journey fly by. He also went above and beyond to help me retrieve my jacket that I accidentally left on the cruise—something I really appreciated. Overall, a fantastic experience and excellent service. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone visiting Queenstown and looking to see Milford Sound.
Milford Sound
Desertnomad666,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great day. From pick up at our accomodation by Nicky our driver and guide who made the trip interesting and informative with her local knowledge. Plenty of stops along the way for photos and a snack by the river. Perfect day out, highly recomend Luxe Tours
A great day!
Robyn F,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We thoroughly enjoyed our tour to Milford Sound. In particular, our guide Tommy made it a smooth and seem less day and we felt like we were in very good hands. The communication from the company was also excellent, confirming our pick up location and having everything run smoothly. We had an excellent experience and would definitely recommend to others.
Memorable Milford Sound Experience
LuvholidaysSydney,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did a Luxe Tour from Queenstown to Milford Sound with our guide Adrian assisted by Kevvie and it was fantastic. Both are New Zealanders and provided an exceptional, insightful commentary throughout the journey. Small group size, the bus was comfortable, the tour was extremely well run as everything ran smoothly and on time. It was the little extras that really stood out - complimentary water bottles and a personalized itinerary you could read at your leisure, thoughtfully describing the various towns we passed through and the points of interest at each stop. Highly recommend this truly premium Milford Sound experience.
Wonderful trip
davidhW45FX,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Where to start! The glorious weather helped but we had the most spectacular day superbly organised through Luxe Tours. It was seamless, our driver/guide had an easy manner and was extremely well informed. The views on the way to the Sound were great but the best was reserved for the Fjord boat trip then, as we had opted to fly back to Queenstown, the spectacular views from above, along the Sound then up and over the mountains and glaciers - well worth the added cost. Highly recommend both the trip and Luxe Tours.
Milford Sound done right
Slentp,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We’ve just completed the Milford Sound coach tour with scenic flight return and were thoroughly impressed with the entire experience. Communication from booking through to meeting the driver was excellent. The modern 12-seater coach was new, clean, smooth, and very comfortable, with large windows that provided fantastic photo opportunities throughout the scenic drive. Stops were well timed at key viewpoints and rest areas, with the scenery becoming truly spectacular once past Te Anau. Upon arrival at the cruise terminal, everything was exceptionally well organised. Reserved seating meant we had a place to settle straight away, while still allowing us to move freely around the upper decks. We were lucky to have a warm, clear day, and Milford Sound absolutely delivered. After the cruise, we were personally introduced to our pilot and transferred to the airport for a breathtaking 40-minute flight back to Queenstown. The aerial views were simply incredible and something you could never experience any other way. Highly recommend both this tour and the operator for a truly memorable day.
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