Game of Thrones Private Tour with the Other Ser Davos 1-4 people

The best part of this Belfast day tour is the guide: Adrian worked as an extra and photo double for Ser Davos, so he can connect the filming sites with the scenes and characters you remember. You travel in a private vehicle along the Antrim coast, from Ballygally and Cushendun to the Greyjoy shores at Ballintoy.

I like the freedom to build the day around your interests, and I like the playful photo setup with replica Iron Islands costumes and metal swords. The main drawback is the long day and the price: $828.14 per group of up to four, with lunch and the optional Giant’s Causeway visit extra.

Key points at a glance

• Adrian, the Other Ser Davos: Your guide worked on several seasons as an extra and photo double for Ser Davos.
• Private tour for up to four adults: You travel in an air-conditioned vehicle, with pickup offered and bottled water included.
• Best filming stop: Ballintoy Harbour brings the Iron Islands scenes to life with replica clothing and swords for photos.
• Strong coastal scenery: Murlough Bay, Fair Head, Cushendun, and the north coast provide plenty for non-fans, too.
• Optional Giant’s Causeway: Add Northern Ireland’s famous UNESCO site, but admission is not included.
• Adult-only experience: Children cannot join because Game of Thrones is certified for viewers aged 18 and older.

Why this Game of Thrones tour feels different

Many film-location tours give you a map, a few photographs, and a quick explanation of what happened on screen. This one is built around Adrian, whose connection to the production is unusually direct. He worked as an extra and photo double for Ser Davos, then takes you to places where major scenes were filmed.

That matters most if you enjoy the small details. At each stop, you can connect the real setting with the show’s action, then look around and see how Northern Ireland supplied the cliffs, harbours, caves, and coastal roads of Westeros.

The tour also works for a mixed group. If one person knows every Stark and Greyjoy by heart while another has never watched the show, the scenery still gives the day plenty of purpose. Murlough Bay and Fair Head are beautiful in their own right, and the north coast route offers a full day outside Belfast rather than a series of quick photo stops.

You should expect a full schedule. The advertised duration is about 10 to 11 hours, starting at 8:00 a.m. Travel between sites takes time, and the route covers a large section of the coast. That is the price of seeing several major locations in one day.

From Belfast to Ballygally Castle

The first stop comes after roughly 40 minutes on the road from Belfast. At Ballygally Castle Hotel, you see Door No. 9 from the Doors of Thrones collection.

This is a short and focused stop, but it sets the tone for the day. The doors were created as part of a wider Game of Thrones project, and each one shows scenes from the series. You are not simply passing a random stretch of road that appeared for two seconds on screen. You are seeing a purpose-made piece of the show’s visual world.

The stop is listed at about 1 hour 20 minutes, including time around the location. You should have room to take photographs and hear the connection between the door and the series without feeling rushed.

Sansa Stark’s crown in Glenarm

A short drive brings you to Steenson’s Jewellery Workshop and Showroom in Glenarm. Here, you can see jewellery made for the show and try on the prototype of Sansa Stark’s crown from Season 8.

This gives the tour a welcome change of pace. The day is not only cliffs and beaches. You also get a look at the craft behind the production, with a real object linked to one of the show’s central characters.

The visit lasts about 30 minutes. That is enough time for a look around and a photograph, but not so long that it interrupts the coastal route. If you enjoy costume and prop details, this may be one of the more memorable early stops.

Murlough Bay and Fair Head: the scenic high point

Murlough Bay and Fair Head may be the visual highlight of the day. Several scenes were filmed in different parts of this area, including the meeting between Stannis and Renly on horseback.

The setting does much of the work. You get open views, cliffs, and a sense of isolation that suits the show’s harsher moments. Even if you cannot recall every scene, you can appreciate why the production chose this coast.

Allow about an hour here. Bring a jacket suitable for an exposed coastal stop, since the weather can shape how comfortable you feel outside. The experience is built around viewing and photography rather than a formal attraction with indoor facilities, so your enjoyment depends partly on the conditions.

Carnlough Harbour and Arya’s escape

Carnlough is a small harbour with a more intimate feel than the open coast. The key location is the limestone steps where Arya Stark climbed from the water while escaping the Waif.

You can stand beside the steps and picture the scene without needing a long walk or a complicated visit. The harbour also provides a pleasant break from the more dramatic coastal viewpoints.

The planned stop lasts around 50 minutes. It is a good place to slow down, take photographs, and get a sense of the ordinary village setting used for a tense sequence.

Cushendun Caves and Melisandre’s shadow creature

At Cushendun Caves, you visit the place where Ser Davos helped bring Melisandre ashore. Inside the cave, she gave birth to the dark shadow spirit assassin.

The location is compact, atmospheric, and closely tied to one of the show’s most striking supernatural scenes. Adrian’s connection to Ser Davos gives this stop extra interest, since the character he doubled for was part of the action here.

The caves were also used again in Season 8. Adrian can test your memory and see if you can identify the later scene. The stop lasts about 50 minutes, with roughly 30 minutes of onward travel from Carnlough.

This is a natural site, not a polished attraction. Watch your footing and expect the experience to depend on the weather and conditions underfoot. The reward is the direct connection between a real cave and a memorable scene.

Ballintoy Harbour and the Iron Islands

Ballintoy Harbour is the main event for many fans. The shore became part of the Iron Islands, and the tour gives you a chance to recreate the Greyjoy mood with replica leather and fabric costumes.

You can also hold metal swords for photographs. The setup is intentionally playful. You are not just looking at a filming location from behind a barrier. You get to take part in a small scene of your own, with the harbour and beach providing the backdrop.

This is where the private format pays off. A group of up to four can take its time with photographs, swap costumes, and ask Adrian about the scenes without waiting for a larger coach group. If you are shy about dressing up, you can simply enjoy the setting and watch the rest of your party have fun.

The stop, lunch, and travel around this part of the day account for roughly 2 hours 20 minutes. Lunch is at The Fullerton Arms in Ballintoy and lasts about an hour. Lunch is not included in the tour price, so plan for that extra cost.

Ballintoy is also a practical point to consider. The harbour is beautiful, but the coast is exposed and the ground may not be perfectly even. Wear shoes that you can use comfortably outdoors, and bring a layer for changing weather.

The Giant’s Causeway as an optional extra

The Giant’s Causeway is the most famous natural attraction on this route, but it is optional. If you choose to visit, you get about 1 hour 20 minutes there, and the admission cost is not included.

This is a sensible addition if you have not visited before. The column-shaped rock formations offer a completely different experience from the filming sites, and the UNESCO World Heritage setting gives the day a broader Northern Ireland focus.

The tradeoff is time. Adding the Giant’s Causeway makes an already long day even fuller. If your main goal is Game of Thrones, you may prefer more breathing room at the filming locations. If this is your only day on the north coast, paying separately to include the Causeway may be worthwhile.

Ask yourself what you want from the day. Fans who want every possible filming stop may skip it. First-time visitors to Northern Ireland may find it hard to pass up.

The Dark Hedges and the final drive back

The Dark Hedges is the final major stop. The avenue of beech trees was planted 247 years ago to welcome visitors to Gracehill House, long before it appeared in Season 2.

The trees became an iconic attraction after the show used the road in a short scene. You can walk along the avenue, take photographs, and see how a normal country road became part of the series’ visual identity.

The scheduled visit lasts about 1 hour 45 minutes, though the exact feel of the stop depends on conditions and how much time the group has used earlier. Afterward, the drive back to Belfast takes about 1 hour 15 minutes, depending on the drop-off point and traffic.

This final stretch is worth keeping in mind when planning your evening. A 8:00 a.m. start and a north coast route mean you should not book a tight dinner reservation or evening activity in Belfast.

What the private vehicle adds

The tour is for one group of up to four people, not a shared coach. Private transport, air conditioning, and bottled water are included.

That setup gives you more control over the day. You can shape the itinerary around the locations that matter most to your group, ask Adrian to adjust the emphasis, and enjoy the trip without strangers joining your photographs. The ability to build your own itinerary is especially useful for people who already know which scenes they want to see.

Pickup is offered, but the supplied details do not specify every pickup address. Confirm the exact arrangement when booking. The stated start time is 8:00 a.m.

The vehicle is a practical part of the experience, since several stops are separated by 10 to 30 minutes of driving, followed by the longer return journey. You spend enough time on the road that comfort matters.

Is $828.14 good value?

The price is $828.14 for the whole group, up to four people. At full capacity, that works out to about $207 per person for a private day lasting around 10 to 11 hours. For two people, the per-person cost is much higher, so group size has a major effect on value.

You are paying for a private vehicle, a full coastal route, Adrian’s personal connection to the production, the costume and sword photo setup, and the ability to shape the day. That is a different product from a basic bus tour or a short Belfast city excursion.

Lunch is extra, and the Giant’s Causeway admission is also extra if you choose to add it. Those costs are easy to overlook, so include them in your budget.

I think the price makes the most sense for four adults who are serious fans and want a private day. It is also easier to justify if you have only one day for the Antrim coast and want to combine the filming locations with the Giant’s Causeway. For a solo visitor or couple watching every pound, a shared tour may offer better value.

The experience has received a five-star rating from 46 reviews, with 100 percent recommending it. That strong record supports the idea that the guide and personal format are the main strengths, rather than the tour being simply a list of stops.

Who should book this day out?

You should consider it if you:

• Know the show well and want specific filming sites explained in context.
• Want a private experience rather than a group coach.
• Enjoy photographs, costumes, and light role-play.
• Have a full day available for the Antrim coast.
• Want to combine Game of Thrones locations with the Giant’s Causeway.
• Are traveling with up to three companions and can share the group price.

It is less suitable if you want a relaxed half-day, dislike long drives, or prefer to explore Belfast itself. It is also not suitable for children, since this is an adult tour and no children can participate.

The tour is open to most adults, and the activity is near public transportation, but you should still be comfortable with outdoor coastal stops and a long day away from the city.

My booking advice

Book this tour if Adrian’s connection to Ser Davos and the private format matter to you. The strongest moments are not just the locations, but the chance to hear about the production from someone who worked on several seasons and to create your own Greyjoy photographs at Ballintoy.

If you are splitting the cost among four adults, the value is much easier to see. I would also decide before booking if the Giant’s Causeway is a priority, since it adds both time and an extra admission cost.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time. After that point, the amount paid is not refunded, and changes made within 24 hours are not accepted.

FAQ

How long does the Game of Thrones private tour last?

The tour lasts approximately 10 to 11 hours.

What time does the tour start?

The stated start time is 8:00 a.m.

Where does the tour take place?

The tour begins in Belfast and travels along the Antrim coast to locations including Ballygally, Glenarm, Murlough Bay, Carnlough, Cushendun, Ballintoy, the Giant’s Causeway, and the Dark Hedges.

How many people can join?

The private vehicle can carry up to four people in your group.

Is hotel pickup available?

Pickup is offered. Confirm the exact pickup details when booking, since the supplied information does not list every pickup address.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch is taken at The Fullerton Arms in Ballintoy and lasts about one hour, but the cost of lunch is not included.

Is the Giant’s Causeway included?

The Giant’s Causeway is an optional stop, and its admission cost is not included.

Are costumes provided?

Yes. Replica Iron Islands leather and fabric costumes are provided for photographs at the House Greyjoy filming locations.

Can I hold a sword for photographs?

Yes. Metal swords are provided for photo opportunities at Ballintoy Harbour.

Can children join the tour?

No. This is an adult tour, and children cannot participate because Game of Thrones is certified for viewers aged 18 and older.

Is the tour private?

Yes. Only your group participates in the private activity.

Is transportation included?

Yes. Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle is included, along with bottled water.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refunded.