• 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.
• 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 breathtaking 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 charming town, take a break and perhaps encounter some local wildlife. Continuing along the lake, 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, 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 a short stroll reveals the famous reflections of the Earl Mountains. On the right day, capture a photo that makes it hard to tell which way is up.
• Lake Gunn - Continuing along Milford Road, you’ll encounter Lake Gunn. Named after a renowned explorer and popular for fishing, it’s a perfect spot for photos and enjoying tranquility.
• Hollyford River - A short drive away, you’ll pass the Hollyford River, a beautiful and powerful river filled with large boulders and rapids. Falls Creek feeds into the river, showcasing the first of many impressive waterfalls in the area.
• Darran Mountains - As you climb in altitude, 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, enter the awe-inspiring hand-built Homer Tunnel, learning about its incredible history and stories. Emerging from the tunnel, the valley sharply descends towards Milford Sound, with hundreds of waterfalls cascading down the mountainside on rainy days.
• Milford Sound - Following the valleys to the sea, arrive at Milford Sound to board your cruise with Cruise Milford (the top-rated cruise operator in Milford Sound on TripAdvisor). The Cruise Milford experience offers a boutique cruise on a smaller, less crowded boat, with a crew providing a more informative and personal tour of Milford Sound. The smaller boat allows closer encounters with wildlife and nature, including New Zealand fur seals basking on the rocks, massive rock faces rising hundreds of meters from the sea, and waterfalls cascading from an ancient rainforest high in the mountains. This cruise is unparalleled.
• Mitre Peak - During the boat cruise, marvel at the awe-inspiring Mitre Peak, the iconic mountain of Milford Sound, with its steep triangular peak rising high above the reflective waters.
• Queenstown - Finally, take to the skies on an amazing scenic flight from Milford Sound back to Queenstown. Your friendly and knowledgeable pilot will provide commentary during the flight, pointing out hidden lakes, waterfalls, and the history of the areas you fly over. Flight admission is included in the tour price.

• Small group bus tour from Queenstown
• Milford Sound Cruise
• Scenic Flight from Milford Sound to Queenstown
• Lunch
• Water available & snacks provided
• In-vehicle air conditioning

• Picnic lunch for infants (0 - 3)
• On-board restrooms

This intimate day trip features a breathtaking boutique Milford Sound cruise and a remarkable scenic flight returning to Queenstown.

Highlights:

• Bus tour from Queenstown
• Milford Sound Cruise
• Scenic flight from Milford Sound to Queenstown
• Fiordland National Park
• Lake Te Anau, Eglinton Valley, Mirror Lakes, Hollyford River, Homer Tunnel & Mitre Peak
• Wildlife Spotting

Our tours are guided by enthusiastic tour leaders, renowned for bringing the journey to life with engaging stories and extensive knowledge. The tours operate in modern, comfortable minibuses equipped with extras to ensure comfort and safety.

While the destinations are undeniably stunning, Cheeky Kiwi Travel believes that it is the small groups, the guides, the journey, and the attention to detail that truly distinguish our tours. Secret stops, wildlife sightings, specially designed vehicles, and many delightful surprises make our tours an unforgettable experience.

• 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
• Return scenic flight may be cancelled due to weather conditions. In this situation your return transport will be via mini bus and you will receive a partial refund.
• Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
• Bus tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
• Children aged 7 years old and below are required to travel in a child safety car seat. If you don’t have a car seat one can be rented from us (with 24 hours’ notice).
• If you have dietary requirements. Please kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking
• Scenic Flight weight restrictions are 140 kg per person

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