Milford Sound Coach & Cruise from Queenstown - Pure Milford Queenstown

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Pure Milford Coach & Cruise from Queenstown

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Highlights

Milford Sound cruise on luxury catamaran
Return transport from Queenstown
Only glass roof boat in Milford Sound
Lunch and complimentary hot drinks included on cruise

Description

Sit back and enjoy a full day Coach - Cruise - Coach tour from Queenstown to Milford Sound with Pure Milford (formerly JUCY Cruise). Select the Pure Milford coach tour for spectacular views on the drive down to Milford Sound, with windows to the side, in front and above, before joining the friendly Pure Milford skipper and crew for a lunchtime cruise in Milford Sound.

Board the Pure Milford bus in Queenstown in the early morning and get ready for superb scenery on your journey to Milford Sound. Your Pure Milford coach driver provides an interesting and informative commentary throughout the drive to Milford Sound, with plenty of opportunities to stop and take photos. Once you arrive in Milford Sound, step onto one of the Pure Milford luxury catamarans, the Gem of the Sound or Maiden of Milford, for a tour of the Eighth Wonder of the World surrounded by waterfalls, rainforest and wildlife.

Included in the Pure Milford coach tour is lunch onboard the cruise, as well as complimentary hot drinks and the option to purchase snacks while taking in the Milford Sound sights. During your cruise, you have the opportunity for an impromptu shower on the outside deck as you get up close to the famous Stirling Falls, and make sure to keep an eye out for bottlenose dolphins, fur seals and the rare Fiordland Crested Penguin. After an action-packed day experiencing Milford Sound, you’ll be ready for a kip when you board the Pure Milford coach to head back to Queenstown.

Trip Includes

Return glass-roof coach from Queenstown to Milford Sound
2 hour cruise of Milford Sound
Friendly skipper and coach driver
Lunch and complimentary hot drinks on the cruise

Duration

Allow 12 hours

Departures

Departs at 7:15am daily (returns at approx 7:30pm)
Complimentary pick up from central Queenstown accommodation available
Operates daily all year

Other Information

Bring your camera, sunglasses and pack a raincoat even if it's sunny
Price includes Milford Sound Levy
Bring cash if you wish to purchase drinks or snacks on board the cruise
There are no ATMs in Milford Sound, but you will stop for a break in Te Anau on the way
The journey from Queenstown to Milford Sound takes approximately 4.5 hours one way, so bring snacks and water for the drive
Whatever the weather, Milford Sound is an incredible experience - the more rain, the more waterfalls!
Limited cellphone coverage in Milford Sound
Gluten free/vegan lunches available on request, please specify any dietary requirements upon booking

Normal Retail Prices

Adult: NZD$265.00
Child (5-14yrs): NZD$165.00

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We thoroughly enjoyed our experience. Our coach driver, George, was an excellent and very informative host.

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Reviewed 21-Jul-2024

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Up to date via email, instructions were clear and the bus driver couldn't be faulted.

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Highly recommend. The bus driver was absolutely fantastic and a great driver! Very informative and stops for photo opportunities etc. Its a long trip but very worth it. A must do.

Reviewed 26-May-2024

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Absolutely incredible experience, Driver was so friendly and really engaging having actual experience with the area so really felt authentic. Views were beautiful and overall just had an amazing time! Definitely Recommend for Anyone who wants to experience the true beauty of New Zealand or even just New Zealanders who want to check out what’s out their back door!

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Very helpful when I had enquiries and made sure I was well informed, Absolutely get your money’s worth.

Reviewed 20-Nov-2022

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Nice an easy to book everything in one place. Would use again.

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Definitely a must do if you have never done before. Our bus drive Craig was very informative and if couldn't stop for pictures would drive really slow to allow us. The cruise is fantastic and the staff were lovely. Going under the waterfall is fantastic

Reviewed 01-Oct-2022

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Overall we have an enjoyable day and the driver Ian was very good with his explanation and stop at nice places for us to take photos. The cruise was nice but even better if it was not raining

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Good trip will be even better without the rain

Reviewed 14-Sep-2022

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Everything lerfect. Bus driver Ian was so knowledgeable, helpful and fun! Crew staff on the cruise were great too

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Great service and so helpful

Reviewed 08-Sep-2022

What is the lunch offered on the Pure Milford boat in Milford Sound?

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The Pure Milford cruise lunch includes a chicken or veggie pie, cheese & crackers, fruits, chips, a musli bar & a drink.

Comment by: Everything New Zealand on 3rd Aug 24 at 16:14

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Where is the pickup in Queenstown for the Milford Sound Coach & Cruise?

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The main pick up location for the Pure Milford Sound Day Tour is from Queenstown town centre, but we can also arrange pick-ups from a few other locations along the way, such as Frankton Road & Frankton bus shelter.

Comment by: Everything New Zealand on 27th Jul 21 at 18:48

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Do you provide pick up and drop off at the Hilton Resort & Spa on the Milford Sound Coach & Cruise from Queenstown?

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The Pure Milford coach is not able to pick you up from the Hilton Hotel, however the closest pick up point is the Frankton Bus Hub.

Comment by: Everything New Zealand on 20th Apr 21 at 12:58

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