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Milford Sound Day Tour with Lunch from Queenstown
4.4
587 Ratings
Queenstown
Discover one of the best things to do in South Island New Zealand as you embark on a full-day trip from Queenstown to Milford Sound. You’ll travel through Fiordland on a luxury coach tour before continuing to explore via a renowned Milford Sound cruise, enjoying a picnic lunch on board. Join us for an unforgettable day in Fiordland National Park!
Duration:
12 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- GreatSights - Tour departs from this location
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What's Included
- Local guide
- Air-conditioning
- Glass-roofed coach with free WiFi
- Lunch
- Live commentary on board
- 1-hour 45-minute sightseeing cruise on Milford Sound
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Information
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Location
Athol Street
Please note, that all-day parking isn't available at the Athol Street car park
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.4
(587 Ratings)
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Jannah
Jul 14, 2024
Breathtaking landscape to, from and at Milford Sound - Our tour from Queenstown to Milford Sound was absolutely fantastic, largely due to our guide Shaleindra (not too sure about the spelling of his name). His entertaining personality and wealth of knowledge made the journey unforgettable. Shaleindra kept us engaged with witty jokes and expertly answered our questions, enhancing our appreciation of the stunning scenery along the way.
Not forgetting the scenic drive itself which was also feast for the eyes, with breathtaking landscapes unfolding at every turn.
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Guide66739669235
May 31, 2024
Highly recommend! - The views were amazing! Highly recommend GreatSights tour to Milford Sound from Queenstown. Our coach driver Shailendra was very fun, informative and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed the drive and learnt something new about the geography, history, flora and fauna of the places we crossed.
The cruise was breathtaking - words cannot describe it. We thought the rain might disrupt our trip but it actually made the waterfalls come alive.
Would recommend packing enough snacks/ lunch if not buying lunch from GreatSights. Also packing a raincoat would be good - not necessary.
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Quest21037438373
May 13, 2024
Milford Sound Journey: Majestic! - The journey to Milford Sound was truly awe-inspiring and almost surreal. The views are undeniably heavenly, offering once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Our tour guide, Stu, led us on this adventure via bus. However, the bus itself was quite cold for both my partner and me. Nonetheless, the ship ride was excellent, accompanied by informative commentary. It would have been beneficial if the instructions were clearer. Unfortunately, the lunch provided, served in boxes, was not particularly impressive.
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Christine_v
Apr 25, 2024
Best day trip - The water falls were magnificent. Despite the rain and cold the trip was fabulous. Adrian the driver made sure we all knew everything. The boat ride was unbelievable. We saw seals which was a bonus . The boat captain (from Tuatapere) was friendly and helpful. A long day but drop offs were great . Highly recommend.
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Metch14
Apr 22, 2024
Breathtaking - Wonderful day seeing all the spectacular views & places on the way. Little stops along the way for photos. Bus driver was friendly. Cruise on Milford Sound was surreal so beautiful. Enjoyed our lovely picnic lunch. Long day but so worth it.
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Zyron_k
Apr 13, 2024
Words cannot capture the natural wonder and beauty of Milford Sound - From Stu, the entertaining and highly informative bus driver who really made the long hours on the bus an enjoyable experience, to the scenery that is beyond words to describe, Milford Sound is truelly one of the Natural Wonders of the World. Should be on everyone's bucket list!!
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Passenger736116
Apr 8, 2024
Very good - I’m not sure which was more entertaining our bus driver Shailendra or the Milford Sound itself. Both were 10/10. The whole day was brilliant
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Nzpover
May 9, 2024
Not a great bus - The cruise part of this tour was great, but the bus part was not. Apparently the bus we were meant to be on got concrete on it at the Homer Tunnel so we had a replacement bus. I'm not sure if the original bus would have been roomier, but this bus was very cramped. The bus also broke down 3 times which meant we were under time pressure to get to the boat and couldn't make all the stops. The bus driver was very informative, but did make a few jokes that bordered on being racist.
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Lori_d
Apr 14, 2024
Cancelled last minute. No EMAIL!!!!!! - We were booked for the 740 am tour and at we’re on separate bookings. My friend Patty got and email at 714 stating the tour was cancelled. I NEVER. Even received an email from viator or greats sights. No communication from the tour company or the booking company. Had I not been traveling with Patty boystak I wouldn’t have even known it was cancelled. There was another girl there traveling from Ireland that didn’t get the email until 1725. Bybthe time Patty Boystak received this email stating the tour was cancelled it was too late to book any other tours to Milford sound. So I woukd not have known anything becsie I didn’t get an email. I called the number for visitor and the gentleman said he was processing my refund and Patt Boystak refund and she got an email stating her refund was processed and I did not get an email for the refund as of now. I verified my email address to the gentleman.
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Patrice_b
Apr 14, 2024
U screwed us - The tour being canceled at 715 and all other tours left already! No never again! Once in a lifetime 🤬😡😢
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