Coach and Cruise

Day trips from Queenstown to Milford Sound, offering year-round departures to this breathtaking and spectacular location.

Our small group tour ensures that you capture one of the finest alpine drives in the world in a unique way. Milford Sound is one of the natural wonders of the world and we want you to relax and enjoy a majestic "slice" of paradise in an unhurried way. We visit the Hollyford Valley on our way to Milford Sound and include optional short walks and numerous photo stops. We provide a lunch option and tea and coffee are complimentary. Our tour group joins a leading small boat operator that will allow you a very personal cruise amongst towering spectacular mountains with a stunning cascade of waterfalls. A chance to see seals, dolphins and penguins with an in depth, fun commentary about the rich history of Fiordland.
We do personal pick-ups from your accommodation.
Departs Te Anau at 9am and returns at 6pm.

The wilderness between Milford Sound and Queenstown is dramatic and powerful. Sit back and relax, enjoy the journey to Milford Sound on our small luxury coach. Combine our scenic cruise on Milford Sound with a drive over alpine roads – see dense rainforest, towering mountains, glacial lakes, avalanche debris and alpine herb fields. Our drivers provide interesting and informative commentary while making several stops for photos.
Our two hour cruise ventures out to the Tasman Sea - personalised and uncrowded - stopping frequently exploring cascading waterfalls, towering cliffs, rugged peaks, lush rainforest, seals, dolphins and penguins. Our smaller vessels mean close-up and personal viewing. Go further, see more!
Coach departs Queenstown at 6.30am - Te Anau at 9.20am.

Come and join us on a journey you will never forget.
The Cruize Milford Express is the perfect way to see Milford Sound in peace and quiet. This product is specially designed to avoid large crowds all day. We connect with Cruize Milford’s 11:30am sailing on a small comfortable vessel which will take you closer to the wildlife and show you the magnificent beauty of the Sound. On the way back to Te Anau your driver is going to select the best picture stops along the Milford Sound Highway for an unforgettable finish of the day. Includes light lunch.

Real Journeys has two exciting options for experiencing the wilderness and wildlife of Doubtful Sound
Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruises (year round) - Your Doubtful Sound adventure begins with a cruise across the crystal clear waters of Lake Manapouri and then it is over Wilmot Pass, stopping along the way to experience some of Fiordland's densest rain forest. On reaching Deep Cove, you will board our spacious catamaran, Patea Explorer, for a three hour cruise that takes in the most dramatic scenery of Doubful Sound.

Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruises:
(summer season) - Onboard the Fiordland Navigator there is plenty of time to enjoy the stunning views and to discover the hidden arms of Doubtful Sound. Activities include wildlife viewing, kayaking and exploring in the tender craft with the nature guide.

Milford Sound is simply stunning. Whatever the fiord's mood, teeming with rain or with sun glistening on deep water, it will inspire you. Combine a daytime Scenic or Nature Cruise of Milford Sound with a drive over spectacular alpine roads in one of our glass roof coaches specially designed for your viewing comfort.
Our drivers enjoy sharing their knowledge of the area and there is plenty of time for photo stops and short walks along the way. The road to Milford Sound, through Fiordland National Park, offers exceptional viewing opportunities with dense rainforest, towering mountains, glacial lakes and (near the Homer Tunnel) avalanche debris and alpine herb fields

Cruise the full length of Milford Sound on a Scenic Cruise (1hr 40 mins) or join a Nature Cruise (2 hrs 30 mins).
- Luxury glass roofed coaches
- Informative commentary from driver
- Photo stops along the way.

With over 20 years experience in guiding small groups (maximum 12 people) through Fiordland, Trips & Tramps is the choice for experiencing this region. Join us for a totally local and unique view of this world famous area.

Overview
Our leisurely day excursions to Milford Sound explore spectacular alpine scenery and include a boat cruise on the fiord to the Tasman Sea. Our small coaches, relaxed timetable, and National Park license allows us to show you all the special places. Plus we have the mail contract.
Stories
Our local, knowledgeable guides will share their passion for the area with stories that entertain and give incredible insight.
Photo stops
We make time to enjoy the majestic view and capture the sights on camera.
Walks
Nature walks are offered to experience this magnificent World heritage area with all your senses. Option available for walking on the Routeburn Track or exploring the secluded Hollyford Valley.

Milford Sound is an experience not to be missed!
The Milford Road is one of the most scenic routes in New Zealand.
It is likely Milford Sound will be the highlight of your visit to New Zealand.

Why rush past it?

Piopiotahi (Milford Sound) Coach and Cruise is a relaxed journey of the Milford Road, a historical and spectacular alpine drive. Leave your vehicle in Te Anau, we will collect you from your accommodation and share our local knowledge and experience. Frequent photographic stops, short walks, comprehensive commentary and Milford Sound cruise are included.

Personal, small group coach tour through Fiordlands spectacular overland route. Lunch on board vessel, visit Discovery Centre (underwater observatory).

Milford Sound Select is a unique concept for those wishing for the very best Milford experience. Our trip is based on taking limited numbers of visitors on a comfortable and personalised guided tour into one of the world's most spectacular heritage areas.
At Milford Sound we will take you out onto the water in a custom built cruise boat, where you can enjoy the great views in uncrowded comfort.
For this ultimate perspective on this awesome landscape ask about our fly back option.

Enjoy a great value, small personalised group tour to spectacular Milford Sound that also includes a tasty BBQ lunch inside the boundaries of the beautiful Fiordland National Park. With our modern smaller coaches, we are able to access a wide range of areas for photo opportunities.
The BBQ Bus links up with the 2pm Scenic Cruise. This is an off peak time that is less crowded. We also include a scenic bush walk while lunch is being prepared.
Fly back options to Queenstown are also available. These can be arranged on the day of travel by the driver/guide, or speak to our reservations team for more information or to pre-book flights. Enjoy a more personal experience with BBQ Bus!