The Ultimate Game of Thrones Series Finale Tour

The city of Split blends ancient wonders, modern culture, and the fantastical world of Game of Thrones into a single space that reflects the true history and continued life among the Dalmatian coast. Roman monuments remain among trendy bars and chic restaurants while whispers of Meereen add layers of mystery to the impressive ambiance. Your private transfer will meet you at Resnik Airport upon your arrival and escort you to your impeccable accommodations in the charming heart of the city.

The remainder of the day will be at your leisure to freshen up and explore the dramatic setting of Split as it is positioned between rolling coastal mountains and the turquoise waters of the Adriatic Sea. The scent of black ink risotto will emanate from the restaurants that are scattered around the city. You can stroll through charming, winding lanes to visit the celebrated archeological museum that hosts the oldest collections in Croatia, or you can wander through the impressive designs of the Cathedral of St. Domnius. The structure overtook a preserved Roman building that was constructed in the fourth century AD and retained some of the original Roman columns that created the double line that supports the octagonal pattern of the interior. The 197-foot tall bell tower soars above the forecourt with a Romanesque aesthetic, providing breathtaking views of the city’s iconic orange-tiled rooftops.

In the morning, your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby, eager to lead you away from the daily world of Split and into the epic drama and fantasy realms of Game of Thrones with an immersive and inspiring experience. Your tour will begin at Klis Fortress, an ancient stronghold that is positioned 1,263 feet above sea level and is perched on a precarious outcropping. The powerful fortification once stood at the center of Croatia’s legendary battles, making it the perfect filming location for Daenerys Targaryen’s citadel. You will be able to feel the strength of the mighty Khaleesi when walking along the elevated streets as if you were exploring the mighty City of Meereen, overlooking the valley below.

You will continue to Žrnovnica, which is located outside of central Split and was once home to a large selection of grain mills. A few of the medieval mills have been restored, offering insight into the unique history of Split, the surrounding valley, and the hidden history of Game of Thrones where Daenerys and her army arrive at the gates of Meereen. You will stand where Daario Naharis battled the Champion of Meereen in Season Four, imagining the thrill of the fight, agony of defeat, and the power that is soon to come for Daenerys.

Upon reaching the glory of the Diocletian’s Palace at the center of Split, you will step into remarkable style worthy of the Blood of Old Valyria. The dazzling walkways and remarkable architecture of the UNESCO World Heritage Site have captivated visitors for nearly two millennia on the foundations of a former Roman military camp. The palace has played a tremendous role as it has been the center of government since the fourth century AD, and has also been the palatial home of Daenerys, who used the protection and grandeur of the rooms to move against the slave overlords of Meereen and Yunkai with the help of the Unsullied. The original walls of the palace reach 92 feet tall and contain four entrances that are consistent with Roman tradition. Standing at the center of the dramatic architecture will make you feel the blood of the dragon in your veins, which helped bolster Khaleesi’s resolve to conquer Westeros as their rightful queen.

In the morning, you will escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and return to the streets of Split for an immersive discovery of Croatia’s natural magnetism at Krka National Park. The pristine wildlife and enchanting nature will make you feel as though you have stepped into a mythical world that is populated by 200 species of birds, 20 species of bats, adorable European otters, and 17 majestic waterfalls. The idyllic, crystal-clear pool reflect the surrounding emerald forest, and you will be able to hear the soothing splash of the cascades and rushing waters of the river that gush between the karsts of the canyon and are more than 656 feet deep. You can stroll alongside the Skradinski buk, which are a series of waterfalls that form light whirlpools. The tiny monastery on the island of Visovac will rise above the trees and resemble a secluded home from a storybook that was constructed more than five centuries ago.

You will enjoy a delicious lunch at a classic, family-owned farm in the countryside before venturing into the depths of the Dubrava forest for a demonstration in the ancient art of falconry. The tradition and rural pastime began approximately a millennium ago and has become a significant regional custom. Your guide will offer insight and a new understanding of the ancient practice while showcasing the bond that develops between the falcon and its handler. You will not only learn about the history and tangible guidelines of falconry, but will also witness an elegant display of skill and the deep-rooted connection of the tradition in the Dubrava forest that will lead to a new appreciation of the fascinating sport.

Your private transfer will meet you in the hotel lobby after breakfast and take you on a scenic drive down the gorgeous Croatian coastline. You can bask in the beauty of the azure waves that crush against the rocky shoreline and pass through charming villages, filling the air with traditional gourmet snacks such as Splitska torta, which is a cake that is made with raisins, walnuts, and figs.

You will stop in the tranquil countryside of the Pelješac peninsula, where a number of vineyards produce excellent local wines. You can take time to walk along the remains of the fourteenth-century wall that lines this historic town, which defended the streets against early invaders and nineteenth-century Ottomans. The wall has stood for over 500 years and spans more than three miles, providing great views across the town, up the rocky slopes, and over the forested wilderness.

You will reach Dubrovnik and settle into the comforts of your luxurious accommodations within the medieval walls of the enchanting city. The remainder of the day will be at your leisure to enjoy the vibrant ambiance of bustling cafés, antique cobbled lanes, chic restaurants, and the old port. You may walk along the famous white limestone pavement of Stradun for a picturesque image of Dubrovnik at the point where the past and the present meet. The homes that line the nearly 985-foot boulevard host businesses on the ground floor and apartments on the top floor, offering a welcoming view of the city that doubles as King’s Landing.

The city of Dubrovnik will crown your Game of Thrones tour of Croatia as the capital of Westeros as it blends the heart of the fantasy novels with the incomparable history of the city. Your guide will meet you at the hotel for a magnificent tour of uncovering the secrets and highlights of Dubrovnik in addition to the filming locations from the show. As you walk the city, you will immerse yourself in the backdrop of pivotal moments, spanning the epic story of the Five Kingdoms as it will take you into the Battle of Blackwater and onto the grounds that were featured during Prince Joffrey’s contentious, name-day celebration. You can walk down the Jesuit Staircase, which doubles as the Great Step of Baelor, following in the footsteps of Cersei Lannister’s forced, “Walk of Shame,” in season five.

You will continue by taxi boat to Lokrum Island, which is located 1,640 feet away from the city walls, where you will discover even more filming locations. You will step into Qarth, which is known as “the greatest city there ever was, and the greatest city there ever will be,” where you can appreciate the luxuries that Daenerys enjoyed inside the mighty metropolis, which is also home to the seductive Temple of the Undying. The botanical garden embodies the grandeur of Qarth’s unwavering bravado in the fragrant eucalyptuses and blossoming oleanders that are featured in the garden party scenes when Khaleesi meets with the warlords. The small museum on the island dedicated to the series allows visitors to dive deeper into the mesmerizing world of Westeros by sitting on the Iron Throne.

Your tour will conclude in the serene arboretum at Trsteno, the oldest botanical garden that is devoted to trees along the Adriatic and dates back to the late fifteenth century. The factual history will fade beneath the grand saga of the gardens in King’s Landing, spanning 70 acres of protected landscape that overlook the azure water. Exotic trees stand up to 150 feet tall and dangle their leaves over the pavilion, framing the water where the Tyrell family preferred to meet. You can sit where Margaery Tyrell and her grandmother, Olenna, enjoyed their tea and will recognize where Lady Sansa shared Joffrey’s worst traits with the new queen, immersing you in the royal houses of Game of Thrones.

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Dubrovnik is a bewitching city with medieval walls, glistening waters, and shimmering rooftops. You can wander around the city in the morning at your leisure, reveling in the way legendary heroes, epic villains, and mythological creatures have from the show. Every step will transport you into a world that was ruled by Cersei, inhabited by Jamie Lannister, and was once protected by the noble grace of Eddard Stark. Your private transfer will greet you at the hotel and escort you to Dubrovnik International Airport for your flight to Seville, Spain.

The capital of Andalusia will enchant you because it is one of the most distinctive cities in Europe, and is known for its soaring Gothic towers and whitewashed walls that reflect the Moorish architecture. The celebrated tapas restaurants will fill the winding, cobbled lanes with aromas of tender, fried fish and luscious, marinated olives. Your private transfer will meet you at the airport upon your arrival and escort you to the charming luxuries of your accommodations that will be located in the center of the city. The remainder of the day will be at your leisure to delight in the welcoming, traditional delights of the city. Old-fashioned street lamps will provide pockets of glowing light, and horse-drawn carriages will add to the majestic ambiance, placing you at the heart of quintessential Andalusia and the serene beauty of Westeros’s southernmost city, Dorne.

The magnificent ambiance of Seville will return in the morning when your guide meets you at breakfast eager to lead you on a remarkable tour of the city’s fascinating highlights, where they will bring to light the dramatic history of Seville and the wondrous splendor of Dorne. The breathtaking Alcazar crowns the landmarks of the city as a tenth-century, fortress-turned-palace that servs as the oldest royal residence in Spain that is still in use. Your tour will take you in across the stunning grounds and lead you from the detailed majesty of the Courtyard of the Maidens to the vibrant gardens that are full of the aroma of orange citrus.

The lush beauty of the gardens has become renowned backdrops in major motion pictures like the Kingdom of Heaven and Lawrence of Arabia, while also being able to transport you to the Water Gardens of Sunspear. seaside palace belongs to the House Martell and the Prince of Dorne. You will stand here, overlooking the tranquil greenery and bursts of color from exotic flower petals as the Mediterranean light washes over the palatial grounds and immerses you in the enticing fantasy.

In the morning, the aromas of café con leche and fresh orange marmalade will fill the dining room of your hotel before you meet your guide in the lobby for a day of visiting the scenic town of Osuna. The marvels of the historic settlement date back thousands of years and cross over into captivating legends that are accentuated by the impressive architecture that has been preserved through time. Your guide will lead you along St. Pedro Street to view the intricate designs of the Baroque palaces that act as a reminder of the aristocracy that was born during Spain’s golden age. The university will illustrate the grandeur of the typical Spanish Renaissance aesthetic that is seen in the simple style and sharp lines that are complete with an immaculate courtyard..

The quarry at El Coto has acted as the purveyor of stone for Osuna’s building projects since the Romans arrived on the Iberian Peninsula nearly two millennia ago. Your guide will lead you through the remarkable history of the quarry and the unique culture of bull fighting at the local ring where you will relive the epic drama of Daznak’s Pit. These are part of the fighting pits of Meereen. The ring can seat 6,500 spectators and was first built in 1904 with a diameter of 157 feet. The chronicles of Daenerys Targaryen will continue when Jorah Mormont battles for his life after being sold into slavery, returning to the kingdom of Khaleesi and tempting you with the promise of further excitement amid the exciting adventures of Westeros.

You will make your way to Cadiz with your guide to uncover one of the oldest towns in all of Western Europe, with evidence of civilizations that dates back 1,500 BC to the Phoenicians. The inspiring town has been a major Spanish port since the seventeenth century, adding to the captivating ambiance that derives from the verdant parks that are brimming with exotic wildflowers and trees. Stunning vistas will spread across the remarkable, defensive sea walls and will embrace the magnificence of Cadiz and the grandeur of a city that was almost destroyed by Daenerys and her baby dragons.

You will follow your guide on a remarkable private tour of the city’s stunning relics, highlighting the growing power of the Spanish crown over the centuries. The remarkable views over the city will overtake the ancient fortifications, large plazas, striking churches, and luxurious beaches. Here, restaurants will fill the streets with tremendous aromas of fresh seafood, piping hot empanadas, and succulent, slow roasted pork that is served with fresh lemon and ground cumin.For more travel ideas for Spain, visit our Spain tours section. All tours can be customized.

The Strait of Gibraltar is one of the most famous stretches of water in Europe, and it separates the southern edge of the continent from the northern tip of Africa. You will board the ferry bound for Morocco’s port city of Tangier and have a fantastic view of the twin Pillars of Hercules. The lively city will brim with memories of an illustrious past that is shaped by a blend of cultures and a picturesque coastline. The fascinating ambiance of the medina has attracted French masters such as Matisse and writers from the Beat generation like William S. Burroughs.

Your guide will meet you at the hotel afterwards and will escort you through the powerful draw of the city’s dramatic kasbah, making you feel as though you have stepped into the beating heart of the marketplace in Volantis. You will visit the soaring tower of the Cabo Espartel Lighthouse and will stand on the cape at 1,070 feet above sea level for a marvelous panorama of the horizon and sandy beaches before you will continue to the gigantic market at Casa Barata and the mesmerizing Caves of Hercules. The mythological allure of the cave relates to the Roman god Hercules who found refuge before completing his eleventh labor. After your exploration, you will relax with a cup of Moroccan mint tea while indulging in the casual tranquility of your hotel’s marvelous views of the coastline.

The city of Marrakech acts as the gateway to the endless culture of Morocco and will immerse you in the captivating world of Westeros between the walls of Astapor and the free city of Pentos in Slavers Bay. The scenic drive will bring you into the dazzling display of enchanting history where leather slippers are displayed with poise in the medina alongside bags of spices that produce a rainbow of colors and familiar fragrances of anise, pink pepper, and cumin.

The artisan heritage supports history with modern craftspeople that preserve the traditions of the past while adding contemporary art and design into the French colonial neighborhood of the Ville Nouvelle. The former imperial city will feel like a fairytale with storytellers, jugglers, and street vendors filling the open public plaza of Jemaa el-Fnaa. You will venture into countryside, outside of the city, for a sensational hot air balloon ride that will take you above the thousand-year-old streets of Marrakech, offering fantastic views of the High Atlas Mountains and hidden villages. Your guide will take you up to 2,500 feet for breathtaking panoramas of Morocco.

The scent of exotic spices will become as prevalent as the aroma of mint tea that drifts through the ancient streets and alongside the extensive walled section of the city. Your guide will take you through the dynamic scene at Jemaa el-Fnaa, which is the main square where storytellers share enchanting tales and legends of the city and greater culture..

Floral decorations will create a shell along the gorgeous façade. You will enter into the souk and walk among the vendors who will have lavish textiles, shimmering tea sets, and elegant light fixtures. Shortly after, you will visit the Koutoubia Mosque. Your tour will end at the Majorelle Gardens, which is complete with 300 different plant species from five continents. Here, you will fall under the hypnotic spell of the city landscape, placing you deeper into the saga of Game of Thrones.

In the morning, your private transfer will collect you at the hotel and escort you away from the majestic streets of Marrakech to reach the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Essaouira. The walled city along the western shores of the Atlantic Ocean will surround you in a remarkable seaside past as well as the legend of Daenerys in the slave city of Astapor. The dramatic backdrop of the coastline and staggering walls acted as the location where Khaleesi frees the Unsullied, who in turn, pledge their allegiance to her. The city walls will rise above the rocky shoreline and surround the exposed edges that are open to the interior landscape of Morocco.

The foundations of the city date back to the Phoenicians and the Romans, acting as inspiration to the legendary acts of vengeance by Daenerys and the burgeoning romance between the Breaker of Chains and the mercenary, Daario Naharis. You will continue your exploration of the palm-lined avenues that will lead you to lavish boutiques. Finally, you will arrive at the golden sands of the beach where people sunbathe, and the bright blue hues of the painted wooden boats will line the port after the fish auction finishes.

Your final full day on the Game of Thrones tour will take you to the desert city of Ouarzazate, which is one of the most used locations for filming in North Africa. The UNESCO World Heritage Site was the setting for classic films like Lawrence of Arabia and Gladiator, becoming a monumental array of houses that blends in with the desert landscape.. This setting acted as a part of Pentos, one of Westeros’s Free Cities where Daenerys lived in exile.

The ultimate walled city of Aït Benhaddou acted as a vital trading post along a known caravan route. The ancient village hides behind the antique walls with preserved merchant houses and individual dwellings that are made of earthen clay. In Game of Thrones, the walled city acted as Yunkai, which an oligarchy of slave merchants ruled with iron fists before Khaleesi arrived and set the slaves free. When the sun sets, the light will cast an ethereal glow over the rust-red walls of the earthen architecture and golden sands of the desert, accentuating the inspiring weight of history and enchanting world in which Westeros resides.

In the morning, the scent of brewed tea and juicy dates will drift down from the rooftop cafés and restaurants, offering delectable, traditional cuisine and panoramic views over the majestic landscape. The maze of stairwells will wind around the kasbahs and lead to hidden shops and active prayer rooms that are reachable through keyhole archways. Traces of history will emerge in woven reed ceilings and hints of stucco decoration. Your private transfer will meet you at the hotel and escort you to Ouarzazate Airport where you will begin the journey out of Westeros and back home, carrying with you the splendor and magic of experiencing the true history of Game of Thrones.

You can extend your journey through Westeros and the Seven Kingdoms by traveling to Ireland and Iceland, where the powerful epic may continue by combining dramatic scenery, fascinating history, and incredible buildings such as Winterfell, Dragonstone, the King’s Forest, and the landscape north of the Wall.