Milford Sound Coach, Cruise & Fly back to Queenstown
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May 2026
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Liisa is a fantastic guide. Highly recommend this tour.
Amazing and beautiful sight, with even better (very knowledgeable) guides
What you can expect
Explore the amazing alpine region of Milford Sound from three different perspectives- land, water and sky with this full day adventure from Queenstown. Milford Sound is a must do destination for visitors to the South Island and visitors can discover the awe inspiring scenery on a scenic coach, 2 hour cruise and then enjoy a scenic flight back to Queenstown. Begin the adventure with a scenic drive through the Fiordland National Park to discover the ancient beech forest with stops at tranquil waterfalls, lakes and deep valleys with towering mountains. The day tour then delivers you to the Fiord for a relaxing two hour scenic cruise. Take in the view of Mitre Peak and get a closer glimpse of the massive mountain peaks, waterfalls and wildlife on this informative cruise with complimentary refreshments. Complete the day on a scenic flight soaring over the majestic landscapes back to Queenstown to see tumbling waterfalls, glaciers, lakes and snow capped mountain peaks from the sky. This popular tour is available all year round. Don’t miss out on the chance to see Milford Sound in all its beauty. Pre-book this popular experience online here!
Location
What you need to know
- 5 hr premium coach journey to Milford Sound from Queenstown
- 2 hr scenic cruise on Milford Sound on Mitre Peak cruises
- 45 minute scenic flight back to Queenstown
- Transfers from airport to central Queenstown
- Allow 10 hrs
- 7:00am (returns by 5:00pm)
- Pick up from your Queenstown hotel or central Queenstown
- Operates daily all year
- Does the coaches stop for short walks to lakes or waterfalls on the Milford Sound Coach, Cruise & Fly? During the coach part of this tour, the Milford coaches does stop a number of times along the way to allow you to take photos. There are 2-3 stops during the 4 hour journey from Queenstown to Milford Sound.
- Can you fly from Queenstown to Milford and return by coach? I like the Milford Coach Cruise Fly but in reverse?Unfortunately not. There is no commentary on the return coach ride and the entire trip would be weather dependent, if the flight was cancelled due to bad weather then you would not be able to get to Milford.
- Child rates (3-14yrs) & infant rates (0-2yrs) apply
- Dress warmly for the cruise boat & don't forget your camera
- You always have a window seat in the planes - great photo opportunities
- Free tea and coffee is available on the cruise boat
- If your flight is canceled due to bad weather then there is still a seat allocated on the coach for you. You can then contact us for a partial refund
- Bookings that are cancelled or amended within 48 hours of departure will be charged in full
- Bookings that are cancelled or amended outside of 48 hours prior to departure can be done so at no charge
- Clients wanting to make changes are required to contact the reservations team more than 48 hours prior to departure.
- If the flight is cancelled due to weather conditions, you will receive a full refund or have the option to reschedule to another day/time (pending availability). Pilots will make a weather check before each scheduled departure on the day of your flight.
Recent reviews
Liisa is a fantastic guide. Highly recommend this tour.
Amazing and beautiful sight, with even better (very knowledgeable) guides
Review for Milford Sound Scenic Flight and Cruise Package from Queenstown
A well oiled machine delivering an excellent experience. If you haven’t seen MIlford Sound and don’t want to walk the Milford Track for four days, this is the way to do it. Friendly staff and great pilots.
Review for Milford Sound Scenic Flight and Cruise Package from Queenstown
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- Product ID: 4997
- This experience is supplied by Milford Sound Scenic Flights from Queenstown