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    TSS Earnslaw cruising on Lake Wakatipu with Walter Peak in the background.

    TSS Earnslaw Cruises and Walter Peak Tickets

    Step aboard the 111-year-old TSS Earnslaw in Queenstown, the oldest working steamship in the Southern Hemisphere! Enjoy a scenic cruise across Lake Wakatipu to the Walter Peak High Country Farm. Whether you're after a peaceful cruise or a full farm experience, TSS Earnslaw offers a step back in time with plenty to see and do.
    from NZ$ 119

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    Person enjoying a Doubtful Sound cruise with waterfalls in the background.

    Doubtful Sound Cruises

    Experience the untouched wilderness of New Zealand with a Doubtful Sound Cruise. Enjoy scenic views and wildlife sightings, and learn about Fiordland's biodiversity from your nature guide. With a 360° viewing experience on the Patea Explorer, it's a journey you won't forget. Book now!
    from NZ$ 514

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    Historic steamship cruising Lake Wakatipu, New Zealand, with scenic mountain backdrop.

    Queenstown Cruises

    from NZ$ 79

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    Steamboat cruising on Lake Wakatipu with snow-capped mountains in the background.
    From Queenstown: TSS Earnslaw Lake Wakatipu Cruise
    TSS Earnslaw Cruises and Walter Peak Tickets
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    NZ$119
    From Queenstown: TSS Earnslaw Lake Wakatipu Cruise. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 865 ratings.From NZ$119
    Free cancellation
    Cruise boat on Milford Sound surrounded by misty mountains and calm waters.
    Milford Sound Cruise
    Milford Sound Cruises
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    NZ$152
    Milford Sound Cruise. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings.From NZ$152
    Selling out fast
    Family walking through flower garden at Walter Peak High Country Farm, New Zealand.
    From Queenstown: TSS Earnslaw/Spirit of Queenstown Cruise with Gourmet BBQ Experience
    TSS Earnslaw Cruises and Walter Peak Tickets
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    NZ$159
    From Queenstown: TSS Earnslaw/Spirit of Queenstown Cruise with Gourmet BBQ Experience. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 456 ratings.From NZ$159
    Free cancellation
    Cruise boat on Lake Wakatipu with mountain backdrop, Queenstown.
    From Queenstown: Million Dollar Cruise
    Queenstown Cruises
    NZ$79
    From Queenstown: Million Dollar Cruise. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 15 ratings.From NZ$79
    Free cancellation
    Cruise ship sailing through Milford Sound with mountain views.
    Milford Sound Cruise with Optional Lunch
    Milford Sound Cruises
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    NZ$152
    Milford Sound Cruise with Optional Lunch. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 2003 ratings.From NZ$152
    Selling out fast
    Sheepdog herding sheep at Walter Peak High Country Farm with visitors watching.
    From Queenstown: TSS Earnslaw/Spirit of Queenstown with Walter Peak Farm Tour
    TSS Earnslaw Cruises and Walter Peak Tickets
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    NZ$139
    From Queenstown: TSS Earnslaw/Spirit of Queenstown with Walter Peak Farm Tour. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 208 ratings.From NZ$139
    Selling out fast
    Small boat cruising near waterfall in Milford Sound, New Zealand.
    Milford Sound Boutique Small-Boat Cruise
    Milford Sound Cruises
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    NZ$169
    Milford Sound Boutique Small-Boat Cruise. Rated 5 out of 5 from 1979 ratings.From NZ$169
    Free cancellation
    Group posing for a photo with a tour bus and snow-capped mountains in Milford Sound, New Zealand.
    From Queenstown: Milford Sound Day Trip with Cruise, & Return Transfers
    Milford Sound Cruises
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    NZ$276
    From Queenstown: Milford Sound Day Trip with Cruise, & Return Transfers. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 604 ratings.From NZ$276
    Selling out fast
    Cruise boat on Milford Sound surrounded by misty mountains and calm waters.
    From Te Anau: Milford Sound Day Trip with Cruise & Return Transfers
    Milford Sound Cruises
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    NZ$205
    From Te Anau: Milford Sound Day Trip with Cruise & Return Transfers. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 762 ratings.From NZ$205
    Free cancellation
    Woman laughing on boat deck during Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise, New Zealand.
    From Manapouri: Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise
    Doubtful Sound Cruises
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    NZ$359
    From Manapouri: Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 236 ratings.From NZ$359
    Selling out fast
    People preparing to board a small plane for a scenic flight to Milford Sound, New Zealand.
    From Queenstown: Milford Sound Scenic Flyover & Cruise
    Milford Sound Cruises
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    NZ$749
    From Queenstown: Milford Sound Scenic Flyover & Cruise. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 333 ratings.From NZ$749
    Free cancellation
    Cruise ship sailing at Milford Sound with Mitre Peak in the background, New Zealand.
    From Queenstown: Milford Sound Premium Small Group Tour with Cruise & Lunch
    Milford Sound Cruises
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    NZ$349
    From Queenstown: Milford Sound Premium Small Group Tour with Cruise & Lunch. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 62 ratings.From NZ$349
    Free cancellation
    Jet boat speeding on Kawarau River with passengers, surrounded by scenic cliffs and trees.
    Kawarau and Shotover River Jet Boat Ride by KJet
    Queenstown Jet Boating
    NZ$149
    Kawarau and Shotover River Jet Boat Ride by KJet. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 5 ratings.From NZ$149
    Free cancellation
    Cruise boat on Doubtful Sound with passengers photographing lush fjord scenery.
    From Te Anau: Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise
    Doubtful Sound Cruises
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    NZ$383
    From Te Anau: Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 141 ratings.From NZ$383
    Free cancellation
    Cruise boat on Milford Sound with passengers, surrounded by lush cliffs.
    Milford Sound Extended Scenic Cruise by Southern Discoveries
    Milford Sound Cruises
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    NZ$285
    Milford Sound Extended Scenic Cruise by Southern Discoveries. Rated 5 out of 5 from 8 ratings.From NZ$285
    Selling out fast
    Cruise ship at sunset on Milford Sound overnight tour.
    Overnight Milford Sound Cruise with Dinner & Activities
    Milford Sound Cruises
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    NZ$819
    Overnight Milford Sound Cruise with Dinner & Activities. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 13 ratings.From NZ$819
    Free cancellation
    Horse trekking group on trail in Walter Peak's rolling farmland.
    From Queenstown: TSS Earnslaw Cruise with Walter Peak Horse Trekking
    TSS Earnslaw Cruises and Walter Peak Tickets
    NZ$299
    From Queenstown: TSS Earnslaw Cruise with Walter Peak Horse Trekking. Rated 5 out of 5 from 4 ratings.From NZ$299
    Free cancellation
    Cruise boat on Doubtful Sound with lush mountains in the background.
    From Queenstown: Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise
    Doubtful Sound Cruises
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    NZ$514
    From Queenstown: Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 108 ratings.From NZ$514
    Free cancellation
    Cruise passengers enjoying drinks with views of Milford Sound fjords.
    Premium Milford Sound Cruise with Gourmet Canapes & Sparkling Wine
    Milford Sound Cruises
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    NZ$389
    Premium Milford Sound Cruise with Gourmet Canapes & Sparkling Wine. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 19 ratings.From NZ$389
    Selling out fast
    Cruise ship in Doubtful Sound with misty mountains in the background, Te Anau.
    From Te Anau: Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise
    Doubtful Sound Cruises
    NZ$798
    From Te Anau: Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise. Rated 0 out of 5 from 0 ratings.From NZ$798
    Free cancellation
    Cruise boat near waterfall in Milford Sound's lush landscape.
    From Queenstown: 4-Hour Milford Sound Helicopter Tour and Cruise
    Milford Sound Cruises
    NZ$1,403
    From Queenstown: 4-Hour Milford Sound Helicopter Tour and Cruise. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 9 ratings.From NZ$1,403
    Free cancellation
    Steamboat on Lake Wakatipu with tourists enjoying scenic mountain views.
    Combo (Save 5%) : Milford Sound & TSS Earnslaw Lake Wakatipu Cruise Experience
    TSS Earnslaw Cruises and Walter Peak Tickets
    NZ$271
    NZ$257.45
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    Combo (Save 5%) : Milford Sound & TSS Earnslaw Lake Wakatipu Cruise Experience. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1907 ratings.From NZ$257.45
    Selling out fast
    Cruise ship on overnight tour in Doubtful Sound fjord, view from Manapouri.
    From Queenstown: Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise
    Doubtful Sound Cruises
    NZ$894
    From Queenstown: Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise. Rated 0 out of 5 from 0 ratings.From NZ$894

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    What our guests say

    John F

    Australia
    Family
    2 weeks ago
    Iconic 1912 steamship - terrific to see this icon still hard at work and so well maintained. A special occasion to enjoye with my familiy and especially the grandchildren

    From Queenstown: TSS Earnslaw Lake Wakatipu Cruise

    Christine C

    Australia
    Couple
    Mar 2026
    The cruise was beautiful, staff amazing, food and drink options were great, entertainment and commentary were great. Overall fabulous adventure to do.

    From Queenstown: TSS Earnslaw Lake Wakatipu Cruise

    Sandra O

    Couple
    2 weeks ago
    This was a great trip again by RealNZ. Bus pickup early from Te Anau meant we were in Milford Sound before the throngs arrived from QL. Really informative talk on board cruise and from bus driver en route, with some interesting photo stops en route. Good choice of food and snack on board cruise.

    From Te Anau: Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise

    Sebi K

    New Zealand
    Family
    3 weeks ago

    +2 more

    Exceptional views in the cruise and opportunity to feel the waterfalls with closer look. Fabulous explanation about each attraction on the go.

    Milford Sound Cruise with Optional Lunch

    Filorina R

    New Zealand
    Couple
    Feb 2026
    It was beyond description ,the beauty of Nature with its distance melody sound of the waterfalls..it feels like I was on another planet.

    Milford Sound Cruise with Optional Lunch

    Tracey M

    New Zealand
    Group
    3 weeks ago
    The cruise was amazing!! Everything from the staff, to the information, to the vessels and the weather (ok, we lucked out with that!) such a fantastic day that we will never forget! Genuinely felt that the commentary provided on both the bus and the boat were brilliant - history made fun!

    From Manapouri: Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise

    Veena S

    India
    Couple
    Apr 2026

    +4 more

    The most breathtaking views ever! This is an amazing experience and it should not be missed. The cruise trip was such an unique experience and definitely one which though touristy, is NOT overrated. Cruise was on time, they served hot coffee, hot chocolate, tea on the cruise in a 2 hour ride. Captain's narration about Milford Sound was exceptional.

    Milford Sound Boutique Small-Boat Cruise

    Gary T

    Couple
    Mar 2026

    +7 more

    We travelled by bus from the Real NZ office in Queenstown. Our driver was very good and gave an informative and commical commentary during the drive. Food is available to order for your trip, but we chose to take our own. The organisation was very good, from the initial bus journey, intermediate boat transfer, bus again and connection to our main catamaran for the main trip return trip down Doubtful Sound went without a hitch. There was the stunning scenery, a stop to see the fur seals on an island at the mouth of the sound and an encounter with Bottle nosed Dolphins who gave us a lovely display around the boat during our return trip. Who could ask for more? The sun shone all day even during a couple of light showers. We were very lucky! The return journey was as easy as the first! I would thoughrly recommend this trip.

    From Queenstown: Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise

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