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From Queenstown: Milford Sound Coach Ride and Cruise with Farm Tour

Passengers enjoying views through glass roof on coach to Milford Sound.
Cruise ship sailing through Milford Sound, New Zealand with towering cliffs and lush greenery.
Tourists on a boat cruise in Milford Sound, New Zealand, viewing scenic fjords.
Visitors feeding sheep at a farm in Te Anau.

Duration

12 hr 45 min

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Audio guide

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Transfers available

Pickup available

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience
    • Travel in comfort aboard a glass-roofed coach, with USB charging ports and engaging live commentary throughout the journey.

    • Get a taste of authentic New Zealand farm life in Te Anau, including morning tea and interactive animal encounters.

    • Cruise through Milford Sound for two unforgettable hours, with chances to spot wildlife and cascading waterfalls from both indoor and open-air decks.

    • Stay informed and entertained with a multilingual audio guide featuring 30 route commentaries, plus complimentary tea and coffee on board.

    • Choose between a picnic or buffet lunch and enjoy a satisfying meal during your Milford Sound experience.

    • With all transport and activities expertly organised, you’re free to relax and take in the breathtaking scenery.

    • Glass-roofed coach transportation

    • USB charging ports onboard

    • Farm tour in Te Anau

    • Morning tea on the farm

    • Live commentary

    • 2-hour Milford Sound cruise

    • Tea and coffee

    • Audio guide via app

    • 30 sections of route commentary

    • Picnic lunch (based on the option chosen)

    • Buffet lunch (based on the option chosen)

    • Appropriate child restraints (must bring your own)
  • TOTAL DURATION12 hours 30 minutes - 13 hours
    Queenstown
    Start point

    Queenstown

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    Te Anau Farm

    1. Te Anau Farm

    Things to do

    Milford Road

    2. Milford Road

    Milford Sound

    3. Milford Sound

    Milford Sound Nature Cruise

    4. Milford Sound Nature Cruise

    Things to do

    Return journey

    5. Return journey

    Queenstown
    End point

    Queenstown

    Get direction

    Your ending point would be same as your start point

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • Experience New Zealand’s rural life and Milford Sound’s natural wonders on this 13-hour coach, farm tour, and cruise from Queenstown.

    Getting started

    Begin your day at the Southern Discoveries Queenstown Visitor Centre, where you’ll check in and meet your driver. After a quick introduction, board the glass-roofed coach for your journey to Te Anau.

    What to expect

    This day trip combines a hands-on farm visit in Te Anau with a scenic drive and a two-hour nature cruise through Milford Sound, one of New Zealand’s most celebrated fiords.

    Features

    • Glass-roofed coach journey: Travel in comfort with panoramic views and USB charging ports as you cross Southland’s dramatic landscapes.

    • Te Anau farm tour: Experience authentic rural life—watch sheepdogs in action, see sheep shearing, and feed farm animals, all while enjoying morning tea with local hosts.

    • Milford Road scenic stops: Pause at key viewpoints along the iconic Milford Road for photo opportunities and live commentary from your guide.

    • Milford Sound nature cruise: Board a spacious vessel with indoor and outdoor viewing areas to get close to waterfalls and spot wildlife such as seals and dolphins.

    • Multilingual audio guide: Access 30 sections of route commentary via the Southern Discoveries app, available in multiple languages for deeper insights throughout your journey.

  • What to bring

    • Bring warm clothing, sunglasses, a camera, sunscreen, and insect repellent.

    • Wear suitable clothing and footwear for varying weather conditions, as you will visit a farm and board a cruise.

    What’s not allowed

    • Smoking is not permitted on any of the vessels.

    • Appropriate child restraints are not provided by the activity provider. Please bring your own as without this you may be turned away and unable to travel.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

    Additional information

    • The drive from Queenstown to Milford Sound is approximately 5 hours each way.

    • Reservations may be amended to another date or time, subject to availability.

    • The activity may be cancelled at any time due to unsafe weather conditions or maintenance.

    • Scenic flights for the return journey are available on request, weather permitting.

    • All vessels are fully licensed with a range of beverages and snack foods available for purchase.

    • A free multi-language commentary app is available. Search 'Southern Discoveries' on the App Store or Google Play.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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