Game of Thrones 8 Days Self-Drive Tour | Ireland
Itinerary & Trip Details
- Explore Dublin’s historic St. Patrick’s Cathedral
- Tour Game of Thrones locations in County Down
- Visit the Titanic Museum in Belfast
- See the Giant’s Causeway’s volcanic columns
- Walk through the ruins of Dunluce Castle
PRICE STARTING FROM
$1,181.62
DURATION
8 days
IDEAL AGE
From 8 to 85 year olds
STARTS IN → ENDS IN
Dublin → Dublin
OPERATED IN
English
OPERATOR
BTOURS
TOUR CODE
#287324
Itinerary
Introduction
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day adventure through the breathtaking landscapes of Ireland and Northern Ireland, immersing yourself in the world of fantasy and reality. Begin your journey in Dublin, Ireland’s vibrant capital, where ancient history meets modern culture. Explore the iconic Trinity College and stroll through the lively streets before heading north to the majestic countryside of County Down, home to stunning Game of Thrones filming locations like Castle Ward—Winterfell itself!
Step into the world of Westeros with an exclusive Game of Thrones Studio Tour, then explore the rich heritage of Belfast, with its Titanic history and famous Black Taxi Tours. Discover the rugged beauty of the Antrim Coast, where cinematic landscapes like the Dark Hedges and Cushendun Caves come to life. Marvel at the otherworldly Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Continue your epic journey with a visit to the hauntingly beautiful ruins of Dunluce Castle, the seat of House Greyjoy, and explore the windswept beaches of Downhill Strand. Venture to Derry, a city steeped in culture and history, and witness the awe-inspiring views from Grianan of Aileach, an ancient fort perched high above the landscape. As you return to Dublin, stop at the Marble Arch Caves, a natural wonder featured in Game of Thrones.
This extraordinary tour blends the magic of television with the timeless charm of Ireland, creating an experience filled with adventure, history, and unforgettable beauty. Slán abhaile!
IMPORTANT:This Tour is independently operated by BTOURS. it is not sponsored, endorsed, or affiliated with HBO or anyone associated with Game of Thrones.
Day 1: Arrive in Dublin
Start Point
- Dublin, Ireland
Arrive in Dublin, Ireland’s cosmopolitan capital city. Dublin has a wealth of treasures for the visitor with cultural delights like St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Dublin Castle to name but a few! Visit Trinity Collage – the oldest University in Ireland Overnight in Co. Dublin.
Day 2: Dublin – Castle Ward – Co. Antrim
Travel North towards Belfast and make sure to explore County Down on the way. There are quite a few locations where Game of Throne was filmed, and we completely understand why: County Down and the Mourne Mountains are just stunning! Make sure to visit the following locations: Tollymore Forest Park and Inch Abbey. Step into a fantasy world of castles and
dragons at Castle Ward. The historic farmyard is the location for Winterfell. 2x overnight Co.
Day 3: Game of Thrones Studio Tour
Experience the world of Game of Thrones. Step behind the scenes of the Seven Kingdom and explore how one of the world’s greatest TV series was created. In the afternoon visit the capital of Northern Ireland, there is so much to see in Belfast – you will definitely not get bored. We admit, most of the sights here are not Game of Thrones related – but really, who would want to miss the Titanic Museum or a Black Taxi Tour of Belfast City?
Day 4: Co. Antrim – Dark Hedges – Giant’s Causeway
Make your way to the Antrim Coast. On the way you should not only the beautiful landscape of the Glens of Antrim but also the following film locations: Shane’s Castle, near Randalstown, Shillanavogy Valley, Glens of Antrim and Cairncastle. Take a break at Cushendun Caves: The Red Priestess gave birth to the Shadow Baby in these caves or Murlough Bay is one of the most beautiful bays on the Antrim Coast. Theon Greyjoy and Yara were riding here on their way to Pyke. Ballycastle: a lovely little village. Parts of it were used as a backdrop for the Free Cities where Varys was born. Visit the Dark Hedges near Armoy. In the afternoon explore Giant’s Causeway, an area of 40,000 interlocking basalt columns, the result of an ancient volcanic fissure eruption. Overnight in Co. North Antrim.
Day 5: Dunluce Castle - Co. Derry
An early morning start to visit Dunluce Castle. The imposing ruins were used as template for the exterior of the House Greyjoy of Pyke. Mussenden Temple & Downhill Strand should be your next stop. Remember the scene in Game of Thrones when the 7 idols of Westeros were burned? This was filmed on Downhill Strand and looking up from the beach, the Mussenden Temple can be seen, too. Overnight in Co. Derry.
Day 6: Co. Derry – Co. Donegal/ Sligo
Explore the historic city of Derry, the second largest city in Northern Ireland. It is known as being a centre for culture and creativity and there are countless festivals held in this vibrant city throughout the year, so you may lucky enough to catch one on your visit! Leaving town take a moment to visit Grianan of Aileach. The centuries old fort gives you stunning views over Inishowen Peninsula. Spend the evening at Donegal Bay. Overnight Co. Donegal/ Sligo.
Day 7: Co. Donegal/ Sligo – Marble Arch Caves – Co. Dublin
Today your journey takes you back to Co. Dublin. On the way plan a stop at Marble Arch Caves near Enniskillen, a series of natural limestone caves. Pollnagollum Cave in Belmore Forest is part of the Marble Arch Global Geopark. The cave is featured in season as Beric Dondarrions hideout. Overnight in Co. Dublin.
Day 8: Co. Dublin – Airport
End Point
- Dublin, Ireland
Depending on your departure time, you have the morning at leisure in Dublin. Before heading to the airport for your return flight. Slan abhaile!
What’s Included
Accommodation
- Accommodation will be provided in typical country middle-class hotels or B&Bs
- Availability of 3 or more rooms in the same B&B cannot be guaranteed. Please note that all
B&B rooms have private bathrooms, which are not necessarily en-suite. - All children younger than 16 years at the moment of travel will have to indicate their age with the booking. Children younger than 12 years may be accommodated with 2 full paying adults (on request only). Children aged 0 – 11 years pay 50% of the full adult package rate for 3* Hotel options and 60% for B&B and Mix Options when sharing with two full-paying adults. B&Bs don’t usually provide baby beds. Maximum one child per room.
- For all categories: Family and triple rooms are on request
- Pets are not allowed.
Meals
- Breakfast is included.
Departure Dates
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Dublin
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Dublin
| 06 November 2024 | 13 November 2024 |
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| 07 December 2024 | 14 December 2024 |
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