At Altitude Tours, we want to remove the stress of choosing the perfect experience for your Milford Sound adventure. That’s why we’ve simplified it for you! Discover our six exclusive small group tour options, departing at 6.30am and 7.30am daily from Queenstown.
6.30am Glass Roof Guarantee – Queenstown Departure to Milford Sound:
1. Coach-Cruise-Coach: Travel in a custom-built glass roof Mercedes Sprinter van with maximum 16 seats to Milford Sound. Enjoy a 1hr 45 min cruise on the fjord operated by Cruise Milford. Later return to Queenstown by road, returning approx. 7pm.
2. Coach-Cruise-Fly: Travel in a custom-built glass roof Mercedes Sprinter van with maximum 16 seats to Milford Sound. Enjoy a 1hr 45 min cruise on the fjord operated by Cruise Milford. Then return to Queenstown by fixed-wing plane with Glenorchy Air, returning approx. 4pm.
3. Coach-Cruise-Heli: Travel in a custom-built glass roof Mercedes Sprinter van with maximum 16 seats to Milford Sound. Enjoy a 1hr 45 min cruise on the fjord operated by Cruise Milford. Then return to Queenstown by helicopter operated by The Helicopter Line, returning approx. 4pm.
Note: All 6.30am departure products include a $10 supplement for the glass roof vehicle guarantee, enhancing the magnificent vistas throughout the journey.
We arrange pick-ups between 5:45am to 6:45am along a scheduled route. We pick up from select hotels, or from a nearby bus stop within a 5-minute walk of major accommodations in Queenstown and along Frankton Road. Alternatively, you can choose from two central pick-up locations: The Station Building at 47 Camp Street in Queenstown town centre or the Frankton Bus Terminal on Kawarau Rd, Frankton
7.30am – Queenstown Departure to Milford Sound:
4. Coach-Cruise-Coach: Travel in a premium Mercedes Sprinter van with maximum 16 seats to Milford Sound (without a glass roof). Enjoy a 2hr cruise on the fjord operated by Mitre Peak Cruises. Later return to Queenstown by road, returning to Queenstown approx. 8pm.
5. Coach-Cruise-Fly: Travel in a premium Mercedes Sprinter van with maximum 16 seats to Milford Sound (without a glass roof). Enjoy a 2hr cruise on the fjord operated by Mitre Peak Cruises. Then return to Queenstown by fixed-wing plane with Milford Sound Scenic Flights, returning approx. 5pm.
6. Coach-Cruise-Heli: Travel in a premium Mercedes Sprinter van with maximum 16 seats to Milford Sound (without a glass roof). Enjoy a 2hr cruise on the fjord operated by Mitre Peak Cruises. Later return to Queenstown by helicopter operated The Helicopter Line, returning approx. 5pm.
We arrange pick-ups between 6:45am to 7:45am along a scheduled route. We pick up from select hotels, or from a nearby bus stop within a 5-minute walk of major accommodations in Queenstown and along Frankton Road. Alternatively, you can choose from two central pick-up locations. The Station Building at 47 Camp Street in Queenstown town centre or the Frankton Bus Terminal on Kawarau Rd, Frankton.
Lunch add-on:
An optional packed picnic lunch add-on is available for all Milford Sound products. This includes a sandwich (choice between chicken, beef and vegetarian), fruit, cheese & crackers, a baked treat and chocolate to enjoy throughout the day. Should you have any dietary restrictions we may be able to cater for you, if requested.
Given that the opportunity to purchase food in the Milford Sound and Fiordland is limited, we strongly suggest you add on a packed picnic lunch. Alternativley, come prepared with your own food prior to pick-up.
Te Anau Pick-up Option:
If you are staying in Te Anau, you are still welcome to book a Coach-Cruise-Coach tour with us. This pick up location is the Alpine Cafe at 2 Sandy Brown Rd, Te Anau. Please book the Queenstown Departure, and you find Te Anau within the pick-up list.
6:30am – meet at Alpine Cafe at 9:15am, return at 4pm
7:30am – meet at Alpine Cafe at 10:15am, return 5pm
Note: Flyback and helicopter options are only available for return to Queenstown
Don’t miss the chance to create your unforgettable Milford Sound memories with Altitude Tours. Book online or if you have any questions reach out to our friendly team.
