Waterfalls & Wine (Milford Sound & Wine Sampler)
- Duration: 12 Hours (approx.)
- Location: Queenstown, Otago
- Product code: MILSAM
Waterfalls & Wine (Milford Sound & Wine Sampler)
Cruise the towering fjords of Milford Sound and savour the world-famous Pinot Noir in Gibbston.
Book together and save 10% off the total price!
How to book this package:
- First up you will book your Milford Sound experience.
- Find your desired date from the calendar, and once selected, you will be able to add on any flights or picnic lunch extras.
- Next, select Queenstown Wine Sampler and choose a date from the calendar.
- Once all tours have been booked onto a date, you will go to your shopping cart where your discount will automatically be added.
- Once paid and confirmed, these tours will be automatically booked into our system and you will be ready to go!
Note: these tours cannot be booked on the same date, and will need to be booked across two different days.
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6:30am | Small Group Milford Sound Day Tour (Glass-roof Upgrade)
Experience Milford Sound with Altitude Tours on a top-rated small group day tour. Departing from Queenstown, this tour offers an escape from the crowds and gets you up close and personal with Fiordland's iconic scenery.
Travel along the famed Milford Road in a premium glass-roof top Mercedes van, limited to just 16 passengers, hosted by a friendly local guide, and cruise below the towering peaks of the fjord on a 1hr 45min nature cruise.
- Enjoy a small-group sightseeing tour limited to just 16 people.
- Travel in a specially designed premium Mercedes Sprinter with a glass-roof top for ultimate viewing.
- Experience multiple scenic stops along the iconic Milford Road, including Eglinton Valley, Mirror Lakes, Pops View, Homer Tunnel, and many more.
- Benefit from informative and engaging commentary provided by an experienced guide.
- Embark on a 1hr 45min small boat nature cruise through the fjord (with a maximum of 75 passengers on board).
- Add-on an optional packed picnic lunch or bring your own food from Queenstown.
- Add-on a scenic 45min scenic flight from Milford Sound back to Queenstown (subject to availability through our third party providers)
Your Adventure Begins
Start your day by meeting our friendly local guide at your Queenstown accommodation or nearby. You'll travel in style in a premium glass-roof top Mercedes van designed for touring with only 16 seats onboard. The first leg of our journey to Milford Sound transports you from Queenstown through the picturesque Southland farming country and the charming town of Te Anau, where we'll make a brief stop by the lakeside for refreshments.
Welcome to the Fiordland National Park
From here, we welcome you to the Fiordland National Park and the renowned Milford Road. This corridor to the fjord unveils a different side of New Zealand, with its majestic mountains, winding rivers, and the cheeky Kea bird. Throughout the journey, your guide will make multiple stops for photo opportunities, and short walks, and will entertain you with fascinating local facts and stories.
Milford Sound Adventure
Upon reaching Milford Sound, embark on a 1hr 45min nature cruise with Cruise Milford that takes you beneath the towering peaks of the fjord. This small boat cruise, accompanied by a knowledgeable onboard nature guide, allows you to explore the edges of the fjord, revealing its impressive waterfalls and unique wildlife, which may include dolphins, penguins, fur seals, and native birdlife.
The Journey Back
After your cruise, rejoin the van to commence the return journey to Queenstown. Sit back, relax, and take in the views. This day tour spans approximately 12-13 hours, and our smaller vehicles and attentive guide ensure your comfort and entertainment throughout the journey.
Experience the Unforgettable
Let us take you on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to Milford Sound and discover more with Altitude Tours. Milford Sound Day Tours depart daily from Queenstown at 6:30am, returning by 6:30pm.
