Take the Kingsroad: GoT in Ireland
Travel like a king in the north
When you play the Game of Thrones, you win and you fly... because airfare, rail, hotel, tours, and breakfast are all included! Select your Hand and travel together to Northern Ireland, where a 6-night adventure awaits. Once there, you'll embark on a Game of Thrones tour from Belfast, travel the Kingsroad, and have plenty of opportunities to discover the real-life locations you've seen on the show. Explore the higher mysteries of Northern Ireland as you journey from Dublin to Belfast, making stops to investigate the kingdoms which lie between.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- 2 nights in Dublin at The Address Connolly (formerly known as North Star Hotel) or similar
- Dublin Pass (2 Day)
- Standard class rail from Dublin to Belfast
- 3 nights in Belfast at the Maldron Hotel Belfast City or similar
- Game of Thrones Day Tour
- Standard class rail from Belfast to Dublin
- 1 night in Dublin at The Address Connolly (formerly known as North Star Hotel) or similar
- Breakfast daily
Great Ways to Explore
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Slip into your lordliest clothes for a visit to the port of the Iron Islands, situated at Ballintoy Harbour in Northern Ireland.
Cooly gaze into the sea from the real-life Dragonstone Beach in Co. Londonderry.
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Walk the Glens of Antrim which was used as a filming location for the Dothraki Sea.
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Keep your eyes peeled for direwolves in Tollymore Forest Park, where the Stark boys discovered their litter of puppies.
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Explore Melisandre's birthing cave at the Caves at Cushendum in Co. Antrim (or, you know, just take in the scenic coastal views).
Conquer the shrouded mysteries and dramatic landscapes of Northern Ireland on this one-of-a-kind expedition. Reawaken your imagination with six nights of excitement that begin in Dublin with a 2-day pass. Use this to guide you through the city and grant you no-cost access to major attractions (some with skip-the-line privileges), a map to find your way, a hop-on/hop-off bus pass good for 24-hours, and other additional benefits: treatment fit for a king.
After Dublin, board a train to Belfast. There, you will explore the world of Westeros with a Game of Thrones Day Tour. Investigate several filming locations from the show, then indulge your own plot with the free time you'll have left in Belfast.
After Belfast, return to Dublin by train for a final night in the capital. Raise a glass with the locals, tear into one last Irish meal, and spend your final hours in celebration of your incredible experience.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- 2 nights in Dublin at The Address Connolly (formerly known as North Star Hotel) or similar
- Dublin Pass (2 Day)
- Standard class rail from Dublin to Belfast
- 3 nights in Belfast at the Maldron Hotel Belfast City or similar
- Game of Thrones Day Tour
- Standard class rail from Belfast to Dublin
- 1 night in Dublin at The Address Connolly (formerly known as North Star Hotel) or similar
- Breakfast daily
-
Slip into your lordliest clothes for a visit to the port of the Iron Islands, situated at Ballintoy Harbour in Northern Ireland.
Cooly gaze into the sea from the real-life Dragonstone Beach in Co. Londonderry.
-
Walk the Glens of Antrim which was used as a filming location for the Dothraki Sea.
-
Keep your eyes peeled for direwolves in Tollymore Forest Park, where the Stark boys discovered their litter of puppies.
-
Explore Melisandre's birthing cave at the Caves at Cushendum in Co. Antrim (or, you know, just take in the scenic coastal views).
Conquer the shrouded mysteries and dramatic landscapes of Northern Ireland on this one-of-a-kind expedition. Reawaken your imagination with six nights of excitement that begin in Dublin with a 2-day pass. Use this to guide you through the city and grant you no-cost access to major attractions (some with skip-the-line privileges), a map to find your way, a hop-on/hop-off bus pass good for 24-hours, and other additional benefits: treatment fit for a king.
After Dublin, board a train to Belfast. There, you will explore the world of Westeros with a Game of Thrones Day Tour. Investigate several filming locations from the show, then indulge your own plot with the free time you'll have left in Belfast.
After Belfast, return to Dublin by train for a final night in the capital. Raise a glass with the locals, tear into one last Irish meal, and spend your final hours in celebration of your incredible experience.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
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Day 1. Welcome to Dublin!
Touch down in Dublin, where your epic begins. Set off for your first accommodation and acclimate to your new surroundings. Activate your 2-day Dublin pass and begin exploring!
The Address Connolly is ideally located in the heart of Dublin City Centre, just a short walk from all of Dublin’s most popular venues, shopping streets, entertainment districts, and tourist attractions. This design-driven hotel offers an eclectic mix of luxe interiors and traditional design pieces all sourced from and crafted in Ireland.
The Address Connolly promises the ultimate 4-star hotel experience full of special touches that surprise and delight. The Address Connolly boasts newly refurbished guestrooms, its own fitness center, and Scandinavian saunas, plus the independently branded bar and restaurant within the hotel, McGettigans Cookhouse. The Cookhouse provides a casual, diverse, and relaxed dining environment serving international cuisine with an extensive cocktail list, craft beers, and specially selected wines. The food curation focuses on sustainability, seasonality, and locality for its inspiration and is open for both lunch and dinner.
The Dublin Pass (2 Days)
The 2-Day Dublin Pass is an easy-to-use digital pass which offers you free entry to 30+ iconic tourist attractions, magnificent landmarks and tours, including an informative 1-day hop-on-hop-off bus tour. Save time and money off the normal admission prices, and visit this incredible city at your own pace, while paying nothing at the gate. What’s more, a free digital guidebook is also included. The more you see, the more you save!
The Dublin Pass includes:
• Free Entry to 30+ attractions
• 1-day Hop-on-Hop-off bus tour
• Discounts & exclusive offers on restaurants, tours, shopping & more
• Ultimate flexibility in planning your own vacation
• Access to your Pass, digital guidebook, map, attraction information and more, all from your smartphone with the Dublin Pass app
There is no need to select which attractions you'd like to see before you purchase the Pass; you can pick and choose any of the attractions as you go. This allows you to change your mind and wait and see how you feel in the moment. You'll receive the Pass digitally in your client portal after you've purchased, and you'll then have the option to print off your Pass at home or download it onto the free Dublin Pass app and use it straight from your phone. Once you have your Pass, it's ready to use. All you have to do is turn up at your first chosen attraction and get your Pass scanned for admission (please check individual attractions for reservation details, in case you need to book beforehand). The Dublin Pass app is free and available for both Apple and Android devices. The app includes your Pass(es), guidebook, itineraries, and more.Â
Please refer to the Dublin Pass app for the complete listing of attractions and tours, and for any special instructions needed to gain entry. Most attractions do not require a reservation, however, some may need to be reserved in advance. It also recommended that you check the website of an individual attraction prior to arriving, for the most current hours of operation, in order to avoid disappointment. Your Dublin Pass is valid for two consecutive calendar days, so it is recommended that you start using your pass first thing in the morning to get the most usage of it. Additionally, passes are valid at each attraction only once per pass duration, which means you can’t visit the same attraction twice. Â
Day 2. Dublin
After breakfast, take on a full day of Dublin exploration! You may want to explore the historical and spiritual highlights of the city from the Christ Church Cathedral (also Dublin's oldest building) to the imposing St. Patrick's Cathedral.
Day 3. Dublin - Belfast
Take the train to Belfast today and experience a ride on the comfortable Irish Rail. Once settled into your new accommodations, head over to Belfast Castle and explore its stunning exterior and vast territory. Thanks to its position 400 feet above sea level, you'll also be treated to panoramic views of the city.Â
Train to Belfast!
Located ideally on Brunswick Street in Belfast's city center, the Maldron Hotel Belfast City makes for a wonderful and convenient stay. Along with easy access to all of the city's public transfer services, including Belfast's Great Victoria Railway Station, guests can enjoy on-site dining, a bar, a daily breakfast buffet, a 24-hour front desk, free Wi-Fi, room service, and concierge services.Â
Rooms are pleasant and include sitting areas, a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, ironing facilities, a safe, a hairdryer, and a private bathroom. The hotel is just 2,650 feet from the Belfast Empire Music hall, St. Georges Market is a 9-minute walk away, and the Waterfront Hall is only 10 minutes away. An 18-minute walk will bring you into the Odyssey Arena, and the Titanic Belfast i just under 2 miles away. George Best Belfast City Airport is a little over 3 miles away.
Sitting in Belfast's heart, Grand Central Hotel Belfast makes for a wonderfully classy stay with easy access to sights, public transportation, and of course, Irish pubs. Those staying at the Grand Central can easily explore the Titanic quarter's history, as well as enjoy the hub of cobbled streets, charming shops, lively pubs, and lovely restaurants in the Cathedral quarter. While staying at the hotel, guests can enjoy an on-site bar, an on-site restaurant, a concierge to help with any questions about the quarters, room service, and more.
Rooms offer wonderful views and include air conditioning, a safe, ironing facilities, and a private bathroom including a hair dryer and complimentary toiletries. The modern hotel is set just three miles from George Best Belfast City Airport, and 16 miles from Belfast International Airport. Those looking for history, shopping opportunities, theater, arts and a lively city atmosphere can find it here.
Day 4. Belfast
Today you'll head out on the Game of Thrones Day Tour. Prepare to be whisked away to the familiar continent of Westeros and visit familiar landscapes you've seen on-screen.Â
Game of Thrones Day Tour from Belfast
For those blown away by some of the stunning scenery featured in HBO's Game of Thrones, this tour is for you! By traveling with McComb's you're traveling with the same company as the cast and crew of Game of Thrones! Transport yourself onboard the coach to the Kings Road for a day visiting the main filming locations featured in this epic fantasy series.
We start the day by travelling along the Causeway Coastal Route through beautiful coastal towns, including Ballycastle, which Game of Thrones fans will know as home to the actors who play Lady Catelyn Stark and Varys!
Main stops include:
*Causeway Coastal Route
*Cushendun -Â where we visit the Cave which featured Melisandre giving birth to the shadow assassin!
*Carnlough - Braavos!
*Giant’s Causeway – you can’t come this far without visiting this UNESCO World Heritage Site
*The Dark Hedges – Possibly the most recognisable of the locations where Arya Stark makes her escape down The Kings Road.Â
Please note: This tour is independently operated by McComb's Coach Travel. It is not sponsored, endorsed, or affiliated with HBO or anyone associated with Game of Thrones.
Day 5. Belfast
Today, consider paying a visit to the Botanical Gardens, an important part of Belfast's Victorian history. Visit the picturesque rose garden or stroll through the tropical palm house.
If you travel April 11, 2019 - September 1, 2019, see Game of Thrones: The Touring Exhibition Belfast. There, you can immerse yourself in the wintry landscapes of the North, the tree-lined pathway of the Kingsroad, and the regal settings of King's Landing! Plus, explore Castle Black, the home of the Night's Watch. The exhibition also has settings to explore such as the House of Black and White as well as the frozen lands Beyond the Wall.
Day 6. Belfast - Dublin
Take the Irish Rail back to Ireland's capital city today. Explore any of the architectural feats you may have missed during your first few days here; take a stroll across the Ha'Penny Bridge or snap a photo in front of Dublin's iconic spire that dominates the city skyline.
Train to Dublin!
The Address Connolly is ideally located in the heart of Dublin City Centre, just a short walk from all of Dublin’s most popular venues, shopping streets, entertainment districts, and tourist attractions. This design-driven hotel offers an eclectic mix of luxe interiors and traditional design pieces all sourced from and crafted in Ireland.
The Address Connolly promises the ultimate 4-star hotel experience full of special touches that surprise and delight. The Address Connolly boasts newly refurbished guestrooms, its own fitness center, and Scandinavian saunas, plus the independently branded bar and restaurant within the hotel, McGettigans Cookhouse. The Cookhouse provides a casual, diverse, and relaxed dining environment serving international cuisine with an extensive cocktail list, craft beers, and specially selected wines. The food curation focuses on sustainability, seasonality, and locality for its inspiration and is open for both lunch and dinner.
Day 7. Depart Ireland
After a long journey, make your way to Dublin Airport (DUB) in accordance with your departure time.