View Gallery Home Packages Popular Now! 4 Day Queenstown & Milford Sound Overnight Cruise Family Experience the best of the Southern Lakes, taking in Queenstown and an overnight cruise on spectacular Milford Sound. Itinerary by Louise Bilbie Bucket List • Family Holidays • Nature & Wildlife Overview price from 2,489 AUD per family (2Ad+2Ch) duration 4 days and 3 nights you will visit Queenstown, Milford Sound South Island Saved to favourites Enquire about this holiday Itinerary Discover the best of the Southern Lakes region with two nights in Queenstown and an overnight cruise on the spectacular Milford Sound. Day 1 - Arrive at Queenstown 1 of 2Self-Drive Itinerary - 4 Day Queenstown & Milford Sound Overnight Cruise 2 of 2Queenstown, Otago On arrival into Queenstown collect your car hire and make your way to the Garden Court Suites & Apartments, the rest of your day is at leisure to explore Queenstown. Stay at Garden Court Suites & Apartments - Two Bedroom Courtyard Day 2 - Queenstown to Milford Sound 1 of 5Road to Milford Sound, Fiordland 2 of 5The Milford Mariner, Milford Sound - Photo: Real Journeys 3 of 5The Milford Mariner - Photo: Real Journeys 4 of 5Dolphins at Milford Sound, Fiordland 5 of 5Milford Sound Overnight Cruise - Photo: Real Journeys Today is the highlight of your New Zealand trip as you head to Milford Sound for your overnight cruise. The journey to Milford Sound is just as spectacular as the destination itself. Milford Sound is around 5-6 hours (one-way) from Queenstown. You will spend the night aboard the iconic Milford Mariner and wake up to dawn in one of the most beautiful places on earth. This overnight cruise through the heart of Fiordland provides astonishing views and the ultimate Milford Sound adventure. Departing from the Milford Sound wharf in the late afternoon before cruising through Milford Sound accompanied by a specialist nature guide. They’ll explain the history and geology of the area and be on hand to answer your questions. This cruise style is relaxed, allowing plenty of time to view the fiord’s spectacular waterfalls, rainforest, mountains and wildlife – you’re bound to encounter seals and, if you’re lucky, maybe dolphins and penguins too. The Milford Mariner then anchors in a sheltered cove. From here you can join the guide and explore in the vessel’s tender craft (small boat) or kayaks. If you prefer, you can simply relax on deck and soak in the beauty of this amazing place. If you’re feeling brave there’s always the option of a refreshing swim too. All activities are weather dependent. As evening falls, you’ll enjoy a delicious carvery buffet in the dining saloon – a feast prepared freshly by our on-site chef. Then it’s time to relax in the company of your fellow traveller, indulge in some star-gazing and story-sharing or simply retire to your cabin. Stay at Milford Mariner - Family Room Day 3 - Milford Sound to Queenstown 1 of 5Milford Sound, Fiordland 2 of 5Milford Mariner, Milford Sound 3 of 5Milford Mariner, Milford Sound 4 of 5Milford Mariner, Milford Sound 5 of 5Milford Sound Wildlife Enjoy a hearty breakfast before heading back out to the Tasman Sea (weather permitting) and exploring more of the fiord. On your return to Milford Sound wharf collect your car and head back to Queenstown. Stay at Garden Court Suites & Apartments - Two Bedroom Courtyard Day 4 - Depart Queenstown This day is at leisure for last minute shopping or sightseeing before heading back to the airport to drop off your rental car and make your way home. Expand All | Collapse All Inclusions 4 days car hire in a Mitsubishi Outlander Auto or similar 2 nights’ accommodation at the Garden Court Suites & Apartments in a Two Bedroom Courtyard (pre/post cruise) Overnight cruise on the Milford Mariner in a private cabin including 3 course evening buffet meal and cooked breakfast Kayaking and tender craft (small boat) activities included Specialist nature guide on board price from 2,489 AUD per family (2Ad+2Ch) Travel Dates Price From 20 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 3,489 AUD 01 Oct - 28 Oct 2025 2,489 AUD 29 Oct - 15 Dec 2025 2,805 AUD 05 Jan - 05 Feb 2026 2,859 AUD 06 Feb - 31 Mar 2026 2,935 AUD Enquire about this holiday Rental Car 4 days car rental in a Mitsubishi Outlander Auto or similar Unlimited kms and vehicle insurance (excess applies) Terms & Conditions 2024/2025 Terms & Conditions: Package price is based on 2 Adults and 2 Children (3-12 years) and is priced in Australian Dollars. Pricing is correct at the time of submission but is subject to change without notice. Valid for travel from 01 April 2023 to 31 March 2024. Car hire is with GO Rentals and subject to an excess at time of collection. Blackout periods may apply. Surcharges may apply over special event periods and over school holidays. Inclusions are subject to change based on operational capabilities. For more information about the above package please quote package code NZH224DQMSOCF ... 2025/2026 Terms & Conditions: Package price is based on 2 Adults and 2 Children (1-12 years) and is priced in Australian Dollars. Pricing is correct at the time of submission but is subject to change without notice. Valid for travel from 01 Oct 25 to 31 Mar 26. Car hire is based on a Mitsubishi Eclipse SUV 2WD Auto or similar and is subject to an excess and airport fee, please enquire for details. Blackout periods may apply. Surcharges may apply over special event periods and over school holidays. 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This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. Terms & Conditions 2024/2025 Terms & Conditions: Package price is based on 2 Adults and 2 Children (3-12 years) and is priced in Australian Dollars. Pricing is correct at the time of submission but is subject to change without notice. Valid for travel from 01 April 2023 to 31 March 2024. Car hire is with GO Rentals and subject to an excess at time of collection. Blackout periods may apply. Surcharges may apply over special event periods and over school holidays. Inclusions are subject to change based on operational capabilities. For more information about the above package please quote package code NZH224DQMSOCF ... 2025/2026 Terms & Conditions: Package price is based on 2 Adults and 2 Children (1-12 years) and is priced in Australian Dollars. Pricing is correct at the time of submission but is subject to change without notice. Valid for travel from 01 Oct 25 to 31 Mar 26. Car hire is based on a Mitsubishi Eclipse SUV 2WD Auto or similar and is subject to an excess and airport fee, please enquire for details. Blackout periods may apply. Surcharges may apply over special event periods and over school holidays. Inclusions are subject to change based on operational capabilities. For more information about the above package please quote package code NZH254DQMSOCF Read moreView less You might also like 4 Day Queenstown & Milford Sound Overnight Cruise Bucket List South Island Queenstown, Milford Sound price from 1,085 AUD per person (twin share) Learn more
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