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RealNZ - Milford Sound Coach & Cruise from Queenstown

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Take a spectacular journey into Piopiotahi Milford Sound by luxury coach before exploring the ‘eighth wonder of the world’ by cruise.

Take a spectacular journey into Piopiotahi Milford Sound by luxury coach before exploring the ‘eighth wonder of the world’ by cruise.

Highlights

  • Relaxing coach journey along the Milford Road with plenty of photo stops
  • Get close to towering peaks, cascading waterfalls and sheer rock faces
  • Cruise the full length of the Fiord out to the Tasman Sea
  • Look out for dolphins, penguins and seals from the outdoor deck or indoor lounge

Prepare to soak up the beauty and grandeur of what has been called the "eighth wonder of the world" with RealNZ.

Departing from either Queenstown on-board a luxury coach, sit back, relax and take in the stunning location on one of the most scenic drives in New Zealand along Milford Road, while enjoying on-board commentary and various photo stops along the way.

Upon reaching Milford, you'll take a relaxing cruise on board the spacious vessel which boasts fantastic outdoor decks and indoor lounges specifically designed to optimise your viewing experience.

To ensure you experience the very best of Milford Sound on the day, your knowledgeable skipper has planned each trip based on the weather and recent wildlife sightings. As we cruise the full length of the Fiord you'll witness the majestic beauty of Milford first hand while we cruise right up close to grand waterfalls and sheer rock faces, and discover local wildlife such as dolphins, seals and, in season, the rare Fiordland crested penguins.

Enjoy the relaxing scenic journey back on the coach to your accommodation.

Snacks and drinks are available to purchase during your cruise or you are welcome to bring a picnic along to enjoy.

Adult $298.00 (16+ years)
Child $172.00 (5 - 15 years)
Infant $79.00 (0 - 4 years)
Adult - 7:35 $292.00 (7:35am)
Child - 7:35 $172.00

What's included

  • Coach transfers
  • Milford Sound cruise
  • Milford Sound Levy

Duration

  • Allow approximately 12 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • RealNZ Visitor Centre
  • 88 Beach Street
  • Queenstown

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • Please Note: the vessel used in Milford Sound is interchangeable between both the Milford Haven and the Milford Mariner.

    6:55am departure connects to the Sovereign in Milford Sound.

    7:15am departure connects to Haven/Mariner. All inclusions will still apply.

    Pickups Queenstown: Please select your pick up location from the default locations as you proceed to checkout. The default pickup locations from Queenstown are 1) RealNZ Visitor Centre, 88 Beach Street OR 2) Frankton Bus Shelter (Terminus), SH6 Kingston Road, Frankton, Queenstown (near to the BP petrol station roundabout). Also include your accommodation name so that we know where you are staying, as it is possible your accommodation appears on our free pick up list. Any changes to your booking will be shown on the RealNZ email confirmation.

  • Check In: Please check in 30 minutes prior to departure.

Available Bookings from 11 Oct to 24 Oct 2025

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  • Adult$238.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

  • Adult$298.00
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

  • Adult$238.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

  • Adult$223.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

  • Adult$223.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

  • Adult$223.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

  • Adult$223.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

  • Adult$223.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

  • Adult$223.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

  • Adult$223.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

  • Adult$223.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

  • Adult$223.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

  • Adult$223.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

  • Adult$238.00
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

  • Adult$238.00
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

  • Adult$238.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

  • Adult$223.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

  • Adult$223.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

  • Adult$238.00
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

  • Adult$223.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

  • Adult$223.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

  • Adult$223.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

  • Adult$223.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

  • Adult$238.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

  • Adult$223.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$172.00
  • Infant$79.00

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Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

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205 reviews

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yehtc from Taiwan wrote on 09 April 2024

很棒的一日遊

在眾多家峽灣一日遊的選擇中,我們參加RealNZ的行程,其實它的內容跟其他家都大同小異,差別最大應該就是沒有附午餐。但船上有販賣餐飲,我們點了魚和薯條,還蠻好吃的就是有點貴。 我們一大早從皇后鎮的集合中心一起搭遊覽車出發,車程真的很長單趟約4小時,幸好司機會定點讓大家休息去洗手間,或下車看風景拍照,才不致於太難受。 行前查資料都看峽灣這有2/3的機率是陰天或下雨,但這次我們很幸運天氣很好是個大晴天,藍天白雲搭配著峽灣景色非常美,尤其站在船頭更能飽覽山水交織的風光,欣賞陽光照耀瀑布而形成的彩虹,及發現躺在石頭上睡覺的海獅。 非常棒的一日遊!

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Fang-Ling Chang from Taiwan wrote on 02 April 2024

郵輪之旅

原本選擇了在住宿處上車,但當天早上一直未等到車子,後來才被電話通知改為另一個附近的飯店上車,讓人度過緊張的早晨。 除此之外,司機導遊相當盡責的解說,整體而言還算愉快。

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xucr from China wrote on 26 February 2025

xuchenrui

非常好的米尔福德峡湾一日游,对司机Brian印象深刻,充满激情活力,不乏幽默感

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riyasata from New Zealand wrote on 14 September 2025

A must do

An amazing experience and it was because of RealNZ team. Our bus driver Brian made our journey so wonderful. I would like to thank all the RealNZ crew for providing an exceptional experience.

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marshall888 from New Zealand wrote on 13 September 2025

A must do when in Queenstown

We were reccommended to do this activity by family while we were in Queenstown. This was one of the highlights and most memorable parts of our trip - what a fantastic way to experience Queenstown! Absolutely breathtaking views and photos, from both the coach and the cruise. We were very lucky to have snow on the coach trip, which was just magical. If you are booking a trip to Queenstown, you literally must do this as part of your stay. Just bear in mind that you need to account for 1 full day to do this activity, as you will be out from 7am - 7pm. Plenty of stops along the way and places to purchase food and drinks etc, but reccommmend packing some snacks (or Ferg Bakery pastries if you are like us, and can't get enough of it!). Pack very warm jackets, water, sunglasses and grippy shoes. Our coach driver Brian was honestly a big part of why we enjoyed the trip so much. Brian was very knowledgable, friendly, kind and a fantastic driver. He even offered to take pictures for us and other passengers. He made frequent stops for those of us who constantly needed to strech our legs and relieve ourselves, and we had a bunch of laughs along the way - kudos to Brian - you are awesome and thank you for your concentration on the long drive!

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