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

The north coast feels made for this tour. This private Belfast day trip links famous Game of Thrones filming sites with some of Northern Ireland’s finest coastal scenery. I especially like the freedom to shape the day around your interests, and the personal touch from Adrian, who worked as an extra and photo double for Ser Davos across several seasons.

I also like the comfortable private vehicle, small group size, and Iron Islands costumes and metal swords supplied for photographs at Ballintoy Harbour. The main consideration is the price: at $828.14 for up to four people, it makes much better sense for a full group than for one or two people. The day is long, too, with roughly 10 to 11 hours on the road.

Five reasons this tour earns a place on your Belfast plans

• Adrian’s Ser Davos connection: Your guide worked on the show as an extra and photo double, giving the filming locations a personal link rather than a standard sightseeing script.
• A private route you can shape: You can build the day around the sites and scenes that matter most to your group.
• Real costumes and metal swords: Ballintoy Harbour becomes much more fun when you can dress in replica Greyjoy clothing and pose beside the sea.
• The best of County Antrim in one day: The route combines Murlough Bay, Fair Head, Carnlough, Cushendun, Ballintoy, the Giant’s Causeway, and the Dark Hedges.
• A good choice for mixed-interest groups: Even people who have not watched the series can enjoy the coast, villages, harbour, caves, and unusual rock formations.
• A full adult-only day: Everyone must be 18 or older, and the experience is limited to your own group of up to four.

Why Adrian changes the feel of the tour

Many film-location trips rely on printed photographs and a few familiar facts. This one has a more personal hook because Adrian, known as the Other Ser Davos, worked on several seasons of the show. His role as an extra and photo double gives him a direct connection to the production.

That matters most if you enjoy small behind-the-scenes details. You are not simply being dropped beside a sign and told to take a picture. You can ask about the scenes, compare the real setting with the finished show, and test yourself on where particular moments took place.

The tour also works for people who are not devoted fans. The route does not consist of one filming site after another with nothing between them. It follows the Antrim coast, stopping at harbours, cliffs, caves, villages, and wide sea views. One available review describes a group where two of three people had little familiarity with the series, yet they still enjoyed the scenery and came away with a stronger appreciation of the show’s locations.

The private format is important here. You are not trying to keep pace with a large bus group, and you can discuss what you want to see with the guide. The exact route can be built to suit your interests, although the published plan already provides a full day of major stops.

Leaving Belfast for Ballygally and Glenarm

The tour begins at 8:00 a.m. with pickup offered in Belfast. After about 40 minutes, you reach Ballygally Castle Hotel, home to Door No. 9 from the Doors of Thrones collection.

This is a short, focused stop rather than a grand castle visit. The door is part of a collection made from beech trees damaged by storms near the Dark Hedges. Each door carries a design connected to the show, and Door No. 9 gives you an early taste of the series’ Northern Ireland connections.

You have about 1 hour and 20 minutes at Ballygally according to the schedule. That is generous for a door viewing and photographs, so the extra time likely helps the morning start at a relaxed pace. Still, you should not expect a full castle tour based on the information provided.

The next stop is Glenarm, only about 10 minutes away. At Steenson’s Jewellery Workshop and Showroom, you can see pieces made for the show and try on the prototype of Sansa Stark’s crown from Season 8.

This is one of the more unusual stops because it shifts attention from scenery to costume and craft. If you enjoy the details behind television production, the crown makes the visit worthwhile. If jewellery is not your interest, the 30-minute stop keeps it from taking over the day.

Murlough Bay and Fair Head bring the drama

After another 30-minute drive, the tour reaches Murlough Bay and Fair Head. This is likely the scenic high point of the day. The setting includes broad coastal views, steep cliffs, and open space that feels far removed from Belfast.

Several scenes were filmed in different parts of this area. The best-known connection is the meeting between Stannis and Renly Baratheon on horseback, their final encounter. The show used the remote setting to give the scene a stark, exposed mood, and the real place has the same sense of scale.

You get about an hour here. That should give you time to take in the views and connect the locations with the series without turning the stop into a long hike. The supplied information does not specify walking distances or trail conditions, so sensible footwear is a good idea for uneven outdoor ground.

This stop also shows why a private vehicle helps. The route is not only about checking off doors, harbours, and caves. It lets you see the real coast that made Northern Ireland such a useful stand-in for Westeros.

Carnlough Harbour and the Cushendun Caves

Carnlough Harbour comes next, after about 30 minutes on the road. The harbour is a compact, attractive stop where you can stand beside the limestone steps used by Arya Stark as she escaped the Waif.

You have roughly 50 minutes here. That is enough time to look around, take photographs, and hear how the scene fits into the series. The harbour itself is the appeal even if you cannot recall every detail of Arya’s storyline.

Another 30-minute drive brings you to Cushendun Caves. This is the place where Ser Davos smuggles Melisandre ashore, and where she gives birth to the shadow assassin. The cave was also used again in Season 8, giving Adrian a chance to test your memory.

The visit lasts about 50 minutes. This is a more atmospheric stop than a scenic overlook, but it is also one where conditions can feel less predictable. You are entering a natural cave setting, so take care on the ground and do not expect a polished attraction with a long list of facilities.

For dedicated fans, Cushendun may be one of the most rewarding locations because the scene is so distinctive. For newcomers, the cave is still a quick, memorable stop with a strong visual connection to the show.

Ballintoy Harbour, costumes, and the day’s best photographs

Ballintoy Harbour is the centerpiece of the tour. The rocky shoreline served as a key Iron Islands location, and it is where Theon and Euron were reborn in the Drowned God.

Here, Adrian provides replica Iron Islands leather and fabric costumes along with metal swords. You can dress up, pose on the beach, and create photographs that feel more personal than the usual signpost picture. This is a particularly good feature for groups of friends or couples who want a playful record of the day.

Ballintoy is also a fine location without the costumes. The harbour is rugged, open, and closely tied to the show’s Greyjoy scenes. You should be ready for the possibility of wind and changing coastal weather, although the information provided does not give a weather guarantee. Practical clothing will help you enjoy the stop instead of worrying about your outfit.

The scheduled time here is about 2 hours and 20 minutes, including lunch. The Fullerton Arms in Ballintoy is the planned lunch stop, and you have about an hour to eat. Lunch is not included in the tour price, so budget separately for your meal.

This is a useful arrangement because you are not being hurried through the main photo location. At the same time, a one-hour lunch break means your total day remains long. If your group prefers a quick meal and more time at the harbour, that is worth discussing with Adrian when shaping the day.

The Giant’s Causeway is the major optional extra

The Giant’s Causeway is an optional visit, with admission not included. You have about 1 hour and 20 minutes there if you choose to add it.

This UNESCO World Heritage site is much more than a show connection. Its famous interlocking basalt columns formed the natural centerpiece of the north coast, and you can walk among the formations and look out across the sea. It is the most widely known attraction on this route, so adding it gives the day a stronger sightseeing balance for anyone who is not a serious Game of Thrones fan.

The trade-off is time. This is already a 10 to 11-hour experience, and the Giant’s Causeway adds another major stop to a packed day. Admission costs extra, and the visit may feel rushed if your group wants long photo stops at the filming locations.

I would add it for a first visit to Northern Ireland, especially if some members of your group have never seen it. If the show is your only priority, you may prefer to give that time to Ballintoy, Murlough Bay, or the Dark Hedges.

The Dark Hedges close the route

The final stop is the Dark Hedges, reached after roughly 20 minutes from the Giant’s Causeway. This avenue of beech trees was planted 247 years ago to welcome visitors to Gracehill House. The show turned it into an iconic location with a short scene in Season 2.

The scheduled stop lasts about 1 hour and 45 minutes. That allows plenty of time for photographs and for seeing the avenue without treating it as a five-minute roadside pause.

The trees are the attraction, but the setting is also a reminder that many Game of Thrones locations were chosen because they already had a strong character. The avenue does not need elaborate scenery to look dramatic. Its bent branches and enclosed road create the effect on their own.

From the Dark Hedges, the drive back to Belfast takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes, depending on your drop-off location and traffic. By then, you will have spent a full day in the vehicle and outdoors, so this is not a good choice if you want a light afternoon activity.

Is $828.14 good value for four people?

The price is $828.14 per private group of up to four people. Split four ways, that is about $207 per person before lunch and any Giant’s Causeway admission. For two people, the cost rises to about $414 each, and a solo booking would be expensive.

The value comes from the private vehicle, air conditioning, bottled water, pickup option, flexible planning, and Adrian’s personal production connection. You are also covering a large part of the Antrim coast in one day without arranging separate transport between remote sites.

For a group of four, I think the price is easier to justify. You are paying for a full day, not a short city excursion, and the route includes several places that are difficult to combine efficiently without a car. The costumes and swords add something tangible that standard location trips often lack.

Lunch is extra, and the Giant’s Causeway visit is optional and not included. Keep those costs in mind before booking. The tour is most sensible for a group that values privacy, a custom route, and a guide with direct show experience.

Who should book this adult-only day?

I would choose this experience for:

• A group of up to four Game of Thrones fans who want a personal guide.
• Friends or couples who want costume photographs at the Iron Islands locations.
• Visitors without a rental car who want to reach remote coastal sites.
• Mixed groups where some people care about the show and others mainly want scenery.
• Adults who are comfortable with a long day of driving and outdoor stops.

I would think twice if you are traveling with children, since no one under 18 can take part. I would also compare the price carefully if your group has only one or two people.

Pickup is offered, the tour starts at 8:00 a.m., and confirmation is provided when you book. Most people can participate, and the departure area is near public transportation. Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Changes or cancellations inside that window are not accepted for a refund.

Should you book the Other Ser Davos tour?

Book it if you want more than a bus ride between film locations. Adrian’s connection to Ser Davos, the private format, and the Greyjoy costumes make this feel like a tailored fan experience rather than a standard sightseeing circuit.

The strongest reason to go is the mix of show memories and real Northern Ireland scenery. You can enjoy the cliffs and harbour even if you forget which character stood where. The strongest reason to hesitate is the price for small groups and the sheer length of the day.

For four adults, especially a group that wants the Giant’s Causeway and Dark Hedges in the same outing, this is a strong use of a day in Belfast. For one or two people, the cost deserves careful thought. If you do book, start with your must-see scenes and decide in advance if the optional Giant’s Causeway fits your priorities.

FAQ

Where does the tour begin?

The tour begins in Belfast at 8:00 a.m., and pickup is offered.

How many people can join the private tour?

The private vehicle accommodates one group of up to four people.

How long does the tour last?

The experience lasts approximately 10 to 11 hours.

Can children join the tour?

No. This is an adult tour, and all participants must be 18 or older.

Is the Giant’s Causeway included?

No. The Giant’s Causeway is an optional stop, and admission is not included.

Is lunch included?

No. The group stops for about one hour at The Fullerton Arms in Ballintoy, but lunch is paid separately.

Are costumes provided for photographs?

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

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start are not refunded or accepted.