Premium Milford Sound Fly-Back Experience

From NZD$898

4.9

(244 reviews)

Departs from: Tours from Queenstown

Duration: 10 hours

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Journey from Queenstown to the world-famous Milford Sound on this unforgettable fully guided small group day tour. Travel through some of New Zealand’s most spectacular landscapes, from the shores of Lake Wakatipu and the rugged Devil’s Staircase to Fiordland’s towering peaks and reflective lakes. Cruise the pristine waters of Milford Sound aboard Mitre Peak Cruises, the top-rated small boat experience, for close-up encounters with seals, waterfalls, and sheer rock cliffs. End the day in style with a breathtaking scenic flight back to Queenstown, taking in panoramic alpine views for the perfect finale to your adventure.

Itinerary

Why you’ll love this

Experience Fiordland’s most beautiful sights with multiple photo stops along the way

Cruise Milford Sound on a smaller, more personal boat with top-rated guides

Enjoy lunch surrounded by world-class scenery

Spot wildlife including New Zealand fur seals and cheeky alpine Kea

Return to Queenstown on a once-in-a-lifetime scenic flight over the Southern Alps

What’s included

Fully guided small group tour from Queenstown (maximum 16 guests)

Milford Sound Cruise with Mitre Peak Cruises

Scenic flight from Milford Sound to Queenstown

Lunch, snacks, and bottled water

Hotel pick-ups and drop-offs (select locations)

Modern, comfortable 16-seater minibus with charging ports

Please note

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.

Individual and total weight restrictions apply to specific aircraft and flights, as above

Lunch is not included for infants (0-3)

Why choose us

Famously passionate tour guides

Our guides share stories, laughs, and Kiwi charm on every journey.

Travel in comfort

Small groups, big comfort. Relax in our modern Mercedes minibuses with style and space.

Award-winning tours

Thousands of five-star reviews and top travel awards - experiences loved worldwide.

Kiwi owned. Kiwi operated

Proudly local and passionate about sharing authentic New Zealand with every traveller.

Stories worth sharing

6/24/2026

Milford sound bus cruise fly

Abby was an awesome guide. Especially appreciated the curated music which she played at key moments in the ride, which made it all very much more special and dramatic. What an experience!

yada_yada2

6/21/2026

An Unforgettable Milford Sound Adventure! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

What an absolutely spectacular day out! The entire operation ran like clockwork from start to finish, and the four of us couldn't have asked for a better way to experience the sheer scale and beauty of Milford Sound. The water was stunning, the logistics were seamless, and getting right up close to the cascading waterfalls was an absolute highlight for the whole family. A huge shoutout to our driver and guide, Jason. He kept us thoroughly entertained the whole way down. I'm still trying to figure out if his relentless jokes or the hairpin turns on the Milford Road were more dizzying, but he navigated both like a total pro! The absolute cherry on top was the scenic flight. Our pilot, Isabelle, was fantastic and gave us an incredibly smooth ride over the peaks. This was quite a relief, considering she deadpanned right before takeoff that it was her very "first time" flying an airplane. We all had a minor heart attack before we realized she was completely pulling our leg! Her landing ended up being significantly smoother than Jason’s punchlines. If you're on the fence about booking this tour, just do it. Incredible views, a wonderfully organized itinerary, and a brilliantly funny crew. Highly recommended!

Stepan

6/11/2026

100% Recommend

We loved the drive, cruise, fly experience to see Milford Sound. We were able to see so many beautiful sights in just one day. Hannah was an amazing guide and took great care of us. We especially loved the stories and information along the drive.

Cami H

5/10/2026

Exceptional & Seamless—An Exclusive Way to Experience Milford!

We booked the Premium Bus-Cruise-Fly package and it was worth every cent. The entire process was incredibly thoughtful and friendly from start to finish. The highlight was definitely the small group setting, which made the whole experience feel much more exclusive compared to the larger tour buses we saw. Unlike the bigger cruises that seemed rushed, our cruise took much more time, allowing us to truly soak in the atmosphere. Because we were on a smaller vessel, we were able to get incredibly close to the waterfalls, which was a breathtaking experience. Every detail was well-managed, allowing us to truly recharge and enjoy the stunning scenery without any stress. If you want a professional, seamless, and high-end experience in New Zealand, I highly recommend this package. Great people, great views, and a world-class arrangement!

Jerry S

4/30/2026

Fantasti tour and experience.

We had a wonderful experienced guide (gosh I forget his name right now-it was his last day sadly and he was amazing). Got picked up at our hotel without a hitch. On the way to Milford Sound, there are plenty of stops to get off and take unreal photos of the landscapes and scenery. Once you arrive, the cruise is top notch and the views or the mountains, waterfalls, etc is spectacular. We had a flight back, but sadly it was cancelled due to weather (and they promptly refunded us for the flight difference). Unfortunately, can't control the weather and safety comes first. Highly recommend and definitely don't book anything exhausting the night before or the day after this tour as you'll need to recover from the long but fun day.

MaverickJoe

4/2/2026

Amazing.

Wonderful experience, very friendly guide

Rex M

4/2/2026

Wonderful day

Hannah was fantastic tour guide Very lovely personality and welcoming. Loved her stories We did the fly back option on the plane and saw the most stunning views Absolutely loved that - highlight of our trip!

Christina C

3/28/2026

Explore the Eighth Natural Wonder of the World- Well Worth It

Danny was an excellent tour guide, and the whole tour was easy and very engaging and fun. We made a bunch of quick stops up to Milford Sound for great photo opportunities. Danny offered to take everyone’s photos, and he’s a pro. He filled us in on the Mauri and European histories of the land. We had a great lunch included and the flexibility to eat anytime during the afternoon. It was a misty and drizzly day, which added to the drama of Milford Sound. The cruise itself was smooth and mostly quiet- perfect for relaxing and taking photos and enjoying the serenity and scale of the park. It’s truly magnificent and worth seeing if you are in Queenstown for even a day or two. My scenic flight home was unfortunately cancelled due to winds, but it was still fun driving back with Danny and the crew. We had become friends throughout the day, so it was nice to end the day with the whole group. I would highly recommend this tour.

JoeLanzo

3/24/2026

Fantastic

Massively impressed by this tour. One of the best I’ve been on. Tour guide was super, schedule was great, the sights will take your breath away and finally the flight back was the coolest and most extraordinary thing I’ve done. Highly recommended!

Leif A

3/19/2026

Outstanding tour!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This was an awesome experience. It was seamless everything ran like clockwork and we were never rushed. The guide/driver Glen was absolutely brilliant and knowledgeable but not to the point where you think please stop talking. He made time for everyone chatting and answering our questions. Glen was brilliant. He got us to our boat on Milford sound perfectly on time giving us clear instructions. He then showed us to our pilot for our return trip. Sad to say good bye! The mini van ride was very comfortable and lunch delicious. Glen even changed my dietary requirements at the last minute because I forgot. Highly recommend this company. Our milford sound coach then boat and fly back to Queenstown was worth every penny! An experience I will always remember!! Thankyou Glen and Cheeky Kiwi Tours!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Yvette M