• Queenstown - Begin your journey in the breathtaking city of Queenstown. As you leave the city, your guide will set the stage for today’s adventure, highlighting some of the area’s top attractions.
• Lake Wakatipu - Departing from Queenstown, the route winds around Lake Wakatipu, offering stunning views of ‘The Remarkables’ Mountain Range and the lake itself.
• Devil’s Staircase Lookout Point - Continuing along the lake, you’ll pass through Devil’s Staircase. This elevated, winding section of the road is renowned for its dramatic photo opportunities and sets the tone for the day ahead.
• Lake Te Anau - After enjoying more spectacular views of mountains, rivers, and farmland, you’ll arrive in Te Anau, home to Lake Te Anau, New Zealand’s second-largest lake. In this picturesque town, you’ll take a break and perhaps encounter some local wildlife. Continuing along the lake, you’ll stop at Te Anau Downs, the starting point for the Milford Track, to hear stories and admire the scenery.
• Eglinton Valley - Leaving Te Anau and entering Fiordland National Park, you’ll stop in Eglinton Valley. With views reminiscent of Lord of the Rings, this valley follows the path of an ancient glacier through Fiordland. As one of the first major attractions upon entering the park, it sets the stage for a journey that becomes increasingly impressive.
• Mirror Lakes Walk - The next stop on this epic adventure is Mirror Lakes, where you’ll take a short stroll to see the famous reflections of the Earl Mountains. On the right day, a well-taken photo will make it hard to tell which way is up.
• Lake Gunn - Continuing along the Milford Road, you’ll encounter Lake Gunn. Named after a renowned explorer and popular for fishing, it’s a frequent stop for photos and to enjoy the tranquility.
• Hollyford River - A short drive away, you’ll pass the Hollyford River, a beautiful and powerful river filled with large boulders and rapids. Feeding into the river at Falls Creek is the first of the area’s many impressive waterfalls.
• Darran Mountains - As you climb in altitude, you’ll venture deeper into the Darran Mountains, where the views warrant another stop for admiration and photos. This area is also home to Kea, the world’s largest alpine parrot. Keep an eye out for these large, playful, and colorful birds that never fail to delight.
• Homer Tunnel - To descend towards the sea, you’ll enter the awe-inspiring hand-built Homer Tunnel, learning about its incredible history and stories. Emerging from the tunnel, the valley descends sharply towards Milford Sound, where on rainy days, hundreds of waterfalls cascade down the mountainside.
• Milford Sound - Following the valleys to the sea, you’ll arrive at Milford Sound, where you’ll board a cruise with Cruise Milford, the top-rated cruise operator in Milford Sound on TripAdvisor.
• Mitre Peak - During the boat cruise, you’ll marvel at the awe-inspiring Mitre Peak, the iconic mountain of Milford Sound, with its steep triangular peak rising high above the reflective waters.
• Pops View Look Out - Next, you’ll stop to admire the elevated views of the divide in the Southern Alps, near the start of the Routeburn Track. Here, the guide will share stories of ancient Maori explorers.
• Queenstown - Unfortunately, it’s time to head back to Queenstown, but the day isn’t over yet. Enjoy a fully guided return trip with numerous stops and breaks along the way.

• Hotel pickup & drop-off (listed locations only)
• Small Group & Fully Guided Tour
• Cruise Entry
• Lunch
• Water available & snacks provided

• Picnic lunch for infants (0 - 3)
• Child safety car seat available for NZ$20 (notify 24 hours prior to tour)
• Optional extras and activities - please select the tour option you want at time of booking

Premium small group tour including a boutique Milford Sound cruise designed for an immersive viewing experience, and picnic lunch from Queenstown. There is no better way to see this most famous of attractions!

Highlights:
• Milford Sound Cruise
• Fiordland National Park
• Lake Te Anau, Eglinton Valley, Mirror Lakes, Hollyford River, Homer Tunnel & Mitre Peak
• Wildlife Spotting

While the destinations you will be visiting are truly spectacular, Cheeky Kiwi Travel believe it is our small groups, our guides, the journey and little details that set our tours apart. Secret stops, wildlife viewings, specially designed vehicles and other pleasant surprises ensure our tours are an experience to remember.

Our tours are led by our passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life by sharing stories and background knowledge, and run in modern, comfortable minibuses that are packed with extras, ensuring your comfort and safety.

• Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
• Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
• Children aged 7 years and below are required by law to travel in a child safety car seat. If you don’t have a car seat one can be provided (See Exclusions) Please advise at time of booking.
• Scenic flights cannot be confirmed without full names and weights of all travellers. Scenic flight weight restrictions are 130 KG
• Flights are always ‘On Request’ until confirmed with our partner airline
• If our regular flight operator is unavailable, we may be able to arrange an alternative operator; however, this could be at an additional cost
• If you have dietary requirements. Please kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.