Milford Sound Small Group Coach Cruise Fly from Queenstown
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August 2026
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Highlighted reviews
Our coach driver Allegra made this tour spectacular. She was a wealth of tourist knowledge & a happy young lady. The places we stopped at on the way were stunning, the cruise was fantastic & the plane ride back had stunning views with great commentary from Rob the pilot. Highly recommend!
Breathtaking views..even in the van...very informative tour guide..we had it all in our tour..sun..rain..hail and snow..at milford we saw dolphins, seals and penguins..what more could u ask for...:)
What you can expect
Combine the best of both worlds as you travel in a premium small group coach one way into Milford Sound, cruise by boat on the fiord and then fly out in a small plane back to Queenstown.
The 5 hour drive into Milford Sound from Queenstown is absolutely stunning but you really don't need to do it twice. So forget the long coach ride back to Queenstown and jump on what many describe as the world's best 1 hour flight from Milford airport and take in the spectacular views of Milford Sound, dramatic Mitre Peak, often snow capped mountain ranges and crystal clear lakes as you head back to Queenstown by air.
Affectionately coined the 'eighth wonder of the world', Milford Sound is a destination not to be missed and a coach cruise fly tour with Altitude Tours will tick that box with an exclamation mark! Riding in premium Mercedes vans seating a maximum of 16 passengers and guaranteed glass roof, this small group Milford Sound tour provides you with an interactive and uniquely kiwi experience. Travelling to Milford in this way provides you with the most intimate and personal way to visit Milford Sound on a coach, cruise, fly trip from Queenstown.
The seemingly untouched and endlessly scenic drive from Queenstown into Fiordland National Park is complimented effortlessly as your witty and knowledgeable guide for the day provides you with perfect blend of informative commentary and sarcastic kiwi humour.
When you arrive into Milford Sound, sit back and relax as your boat captain takes you on a 1.75 hour scenic cruise on a spacious purpose-built boat with large windows ensuring the best views of the magnificent waterfalls and mountains. Or get up and wonder the decks during this once in a lifetime nature cruise and be on the lookout for the abundant native sea life like penguins, seals and dolphins; not to mention the infinite species of birdlife.
Sit back and enjoy cruising the fiord while tucking into a delicious packed picnic lunch (optional extra). If you have any dietary requirements just let us know and we can discuss the options.
At the conclusion of your boat take a short stroll over to the air strip and board your small plane where your experienced pilot will escort you back to Queenstown. Check out the incredible views from high above as you wave goodbye to the caravan of coaches starting off on their long drive back to Queenstown.
Location
What you need to know
- Complimentary transfers from select Queenstown accommodation
- Premium van transfer from Queenstown to Milford Sound
- 45 minute scenic plane flight back to Queenstown
- Picnic Lunch (Chicken or vegetarian options)
- 9 hours from Queenstown
- 6:30 am from Queenstown (returns by 4pm)
- Pick up from central Queenstown hotels or meeting locations
- Operates daily all year
- Can children go on the Milford Sound Small Group Coach Cruise Fly from Queenstown? Children are more than welcome on the Small Group Milford Sound Coach Cruise Fly tour. The reason we don't have child rates is that they are the same as the adult rates and the operator likes to be made aware of any participants under the age of 13.
- Packed picnic lunch is included. If you have any dietary requirements please note this when booking.
- Vans have large panoramic windows and leather reclining seats
- Purpose-built, all-weather vessels offer superior comfort & viewing
- Complimentary tea & coffee available on the cruise
- Milford Sound is located 4.5hrs drive from Queenstown
- Tours have limited seats (15) to ensure everyone can enjoy the best kiwi hospitality that we have to offer
- If the 6:30am tour with a guaranteed glass roof is unavailable, an additional 7:30am departure is available on request
- Minimum numbers required for tour to go ahead
- If the weather is not conducive to flying back to Queenstown then you will return by coach from Milford Sound & receive a partial refund for the flight portion that did not go ahead
- Optional packed picnic lunch available for an additional cost. If you have any dietary requirements please note this when booking. Vegetarian & gluten-free options available upon request
Recent reviews
We paid extra for this tour as it clearly says its a small group and small boat Whilst the ride to and from was excellent, Mrs Do of Holland our driver and guide was extremely kind and significantly informative and accomadating. One of our mates threw up.and she helped to clean. She done great stops and gave us great insights However at Milford we were put on a huge boat with hundreds of other people. This was no small group nor small boat. It was the normal boat everyone was comming and just buying tickets at the counter The boat was cramped. No space to menouver and take pics I regret unfortunately for paying so much. I could have saved easily $60 ×5 on a normal trip booking. I paid the extra for a smaller exclusive tour
Review for Milford Sound Coach Day Tour from Queenstown with Lunch
Our coach driver Allegra made this tour spectacular. She was a wealth of tourist knowledge & a happy young lady. The places we stopped at on the way were stunning, the cruise was fantastic & the plane ride back had stunning views with great commentary from Rob the pilot. Highly recommend!
Breathtaking views..even in the van...very informative tour guide..we had it all in our tour..sun..rain..hail and snow..at milford we saw dolphins, seals and penguins..what more could u ask for...:)
