The 7 Best Cultural Tours in County Down, Northern Ireland

We are the largest Game of Thrones Tour company in the world. This is our Winterfell Trek from Belfast, visiting lots of filming locations south of Belfast. We trek you around the grounds of the castle location for Winterfell in season 1, deep into an old growth forest and into the crumbling medieval ruins of Inch Abbey. We show you VFX breakdowns on tablets to reveal how each scene was brought to life. We have Stark cloaks, swords and banners for everybody as part of the tour at no extra cost. Join our guides, who worked as extras on Game of Thrones® seasons 1-8, for a totally authentic experience. All entrance fees, ferry rides and other extras are included in your ticket price. The only extra expense is your pub lunch. Lunch will be in a pub that hosts one of the world famous Game of Thrones® Doors. The doors were fashioned from fallen 200 year old beech trees which came from the Dark Hedges.

Inclusions: Cloaks, swords & Stark banners, Live commentary on board, Driver and Local Guide, Entrance/Admission - Castle Ward Estate, Entrance/Admission - Tollymore Forest Park

Exclusions: Lunch

We are the largest Game of Thrones Tour company in the world. This is our Winterfell Trek from Dublin, visiting filming locations south of Belfast. This tour is a fully immersive and inclusive experience. Our guides have worked as extras on Game of Thrones®. We trek you through an old growth forest (3kms), along a lake shore path at the original Winterfell castle in season 1 (3kms) and into a crumbling, ruined medieval abbey. We use tablet clips and VFX breakdowns to show you how each scene was brought to life. We have Stark cloaks, swords and banners for everybody to use at no extra cost. All entrance fees & other extras are included in the ticket price. The only extra expense is your pub lunch. Join us, our tours are the real experience!

Inclusions: Cloaks, swords, shields and banners, Rainproof ponchos, Behind the scenes DVDS and tablet clips, All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Merchandise

A 3 day exploration of the highlights of Northern Ireland including the iconic sites of The Giants Causeway, Belfast and the Titanic Quarter, one of the world’s great gardens at Mount Stewart, the brooding granite peaks of the Mourne Mountains and several of the dramatic locations used in the TV series “Game of Thrones”. For an in-depth insight into the wonderful scenery and history of this small country, this is the tour to choose.

Inclusions: 2 nights en-suite accommodation with breakfast, Driver Guide, Small-group tour (maximum 16 passengers), Transport by top of the range Mercedes mini-coach

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch, Food and drinks, Admission fees

Explore Ireland" - Escorted 12 Day Tours. Explore the various facets of Ireland & experience the Beautiful landscapes of this "Emerald Ireland" Discover heart-warming moments and spectacular sights. Explore the Island of Ireland From the Causeway Coast and the Wild Atlantic Way to the Sunny South East and the 11 cities in between, now's the time to start exploring the Island of Ireland.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, 11 Nights Accommodation at 4 Star Hotels with Full Irish Breakfasts Each Morning

Exclusions: Flights & Airport Transfers, Guinness Storehouse – Supplement of $22.00 p.p.

If only every day could be a Saints & Spirits Day. You’ll reach out and touch the past, your emotions, and your senses too. This day is like an awakening, or a period of reflection where you will learn new things about Ireland and about yourself. It’s a time to step back from the rush of everyday life and explore the mystical, the moving and the inspired. As well as a journey by road, this is a journey inward. You’ll spend the day in the company of local people – your local driver, your local guide and local storytellers. Think of them as your family for the day. Between them, they’ll help you experience our history through their eyes. You’ll also feel the warm welcome that we’re known for. The places you’ll visit on this tour are moving, intriguing and stirring: the celestial heights of Saint Patrick’s life, the poignancy of The Somme, brisk winds as we cross Strangford Lough by ferry, the authentic craft of a local gin-maker and the complex fragrance of their artisan spirits.

Inclusions: Dedicated & experienced local driver, Dedicated & knowledgeable local storytelling guide, Private guided tours of Somme Heritage Centre, Down Cathedral & Echlinville Distillery, Ferry Crossing, Luxury Mini Coach, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Our journey starts at Hillsborough where the main attraction is Hillsborough Castle and Gardens. This castle has been a grand family home and a royal residence. As well as visiting the castle we will visit the gardens, which are a joy to explore. Keep an eye out for rare plants and take your time to relax and get inspired. After that we head for Belfast where we will visit some of the main attractions: Crumlin Road Gaol, a 19th century Grade A listed jail known as the “Crum”. Our tour guide will take you on a sightseeing tour around the city, explaining to you the history behind peace walls, Falls road, the City Hall or the many political murals around the city. We will also go past the famous Belfast Dome at Victoria Square Then, a quick stop at the Titanic Memorial. Our final visit is the Botanic Gardens, a popular meeting place for residents, students and tourists. PLEASE NOTE: WALKING INVOLVED MISSING YOU ALREADY!!

Inclusions: Hillsborough Castle & Gardens ticket included, Crumlin Road Gaol Ticket included, Port Pick Up and Drop Off, Private Tour, Professional Local Guide

Exclusions: Gratuities

Completely Unique Irish Experience! This will suit travellers who have seen all the other sights! Follow in the footsteps of Ireland's patron saint with a full day County Down travel package, exploring the landmarks and legends of Saint Patrick all for an unbeatable price. Tour the Ards Peninsula, climb up Scrabo hill and see the Tower whilst admiring the amazing view, drive along the shore of Strangford Lough an area of outstanding natural beauty, visit the Game of Thrones filming location beautiful Inch Abbey as well as the medieval town of Downpatrick, you can visit Down County Museum as well asThe Saint Patrick Centre. Tour Saint Patrick's Grave, sight-see the cathedral as well as the largest Saint Patrick statue in the world! The tour also visits the beautiful Game of Thrones filming location of Inch Abbey. You can customise this tour to suit your needs. We can also incorporate some moderate walking if you want.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Free Pick Up Central Belfast, Optimize your time with hassle-free round-trip transfer from your hotel, Benefit from the personalized service and itinerary of a private tour, Let your driver handle navigation, leaving you free to admire the beautiful scenery, Gain intimate insight into Northern Ireland's history and culture from your guide, Admission to Down County Museum, Private Tour of Down Cathedral and Saint Patricks Grave

Exclusions: Tip For Your Guide, Upgrade to Top of The Range Luxury Mercedes V-Class for £30 (Where Available), Saint Patrick Center Admission, Add extra time to your tour from £50 per hour, Car Ferry Fee