Milford Sound Private Day Trip from Queenstown via Te Anau

13 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 2 more

Totally Personalized Private Experience!

Enjoy a tailored tour exclusively for private tour.
Flexible itinerary that can adapt to your interests, pace, and preferences and Options to add one way scenic flights.

Discover the breathtaking beauty of New Zealand’s Fiordland on a full-day journey from Queenstown to Milford Sound. Experience stunning alpine landscapes, serene lakes, cascading waterfalls, and a scenic cruise through the iconic fjord — all in one unforgettable adventure.

What's Included

Specalized Guide
Professional Driver
Private Transport
Pick up and Drop off
Clean and comfortable vehicle
Meet & Greet
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Cruise Ticket (Optional)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Guide will contact the traveler prior to the trip to confirm the pickup point and timing. Guide will notify the traveler before leaving to the pickup location. Guide will find the traveler with name display.

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Meeting point

Guide will contact the traveler prior to the trip to confirm the pickup point and timing. Guide will notify the traveler before leaving to the pickup location. Guide will find the traveler with name display.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 13 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Lake Te Anau

    Lake Te Anau is in the southwestern corner of the South Island of New Zealand. The lake covers an area of 344 km², making it the 2nd largest lake by surface area in New Zealand and the largest in the South Island. It is the largest lake in Australasia by fresh water volume. Popular launch point for cruises, kayaking, and glowworm cave tours.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Fiordland National Park (Te Wahipounamu)

    As we begin this leg of the journey, we warmly welcome you to Fiordland National Park and the famous Milford Road. This scenic route into the heart of the fjords reveals a unique and dramatic side of New Zealand, where towering mountains, winding rivers, waterfalls and the playful Kea parrot await. Along the way, your guide will make several stops for photos and short walks, all while sharing engaging stories and cultural history.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Eglinton Valley

    Eglinton Valley is one of the first dramatic landscapes you’ll encounter as you enter Fiordland National Park on the way to Milford Sound. Stretching for over 30 kilometres, the valley was carved thousands of years ago by ancient glaciers, creating a wide, flat plain framed by steep, forest-clad mountains.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Mirror Lakes Walk

    Just off the Milford Road, about 56 km from Te Anau, lies the tranquil Mirror Lakes – a peaceful spot that offers one of the most photogenic scenes in Fiordland National Park.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Homer Tunnel (Pass by)

    The Homer Tunnel is a dramatic and essential part of the journey to Milford Sound, cutting through the heart of the Darran Mountains in Fiordland National Park. This engineering marvel connects the Milford Sound to the Te Anau.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Milford Sound

    Tucked deep within Fiordland National Park, Milford Sound (Piopiotahi in Māori) is one of the most breathtaking and dramatic landscapes in all of New Zealand — and the world. With its towering cliffs, plunging waterfalls, and mystical atmosphere, called as "8th wonder of the world."

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Te Anau

    We'll be making a brief stop here so you can stretch your legs, grab a quick snack, or use the toilets. It’s a great chance to take a short break before we continue our journey to final destination Queenstown.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Queenstown (Pass by)

    Welcome back to Queenstown, and congratulations on completing an unforgettable day through the heart of Fiordland and the stunning landscapes of Milford Sound. It’s been a long but truly memorable journey — full of towering mountains, deep fjords, cascading waterfalls, and rich stories. Now it’s time to relax and unwind. Thank you for joining us — and until next time, kia ora and safe travels!

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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