Total Game of Thrones Shore Excursion

Dragons lead you through Dubrovnik. This five-and-a-half-hour private excursion links major Game of Thrones filming sites with some of the city’s best views. I like the private van and guide, and I like that the route can change around your interests, walking comfort, and available time.

The strongest parts are the filming locations at Lovrijenac Fortress and Lokrum Island, where you can pose on the Iron Throne. The main drawback is cost: at $248.53 per person, you still pay several entrance fees, and the day may finish on Lokrum rather than back at your ship.

I also appreciate the flexibility shown by guides such as Mihaela, Andrea, and others who adjust the pace when stairs or walking become an issue. Just make the pickup plan clear, especially at the port, since one group spent 10 to 15 minutes trying to find an unmarked van.

Key points to know before booking

• A private Game of Thrones route: Only your group takes part, with a private guide and professional driver.
• Three extra admission charges: Lokrum costs €30, Trsteno Arboretum €10, and Lovrijenac Fortress €15 per person.
• The Iron Throne is on Lokrum: A 10-minute boat ride leads to the island and one of the tour’s best photo stops.
• Mount Srd delivers the big view: The summit overlooks Dubrovnik and includes free time for photos.
• The route can change: The guide can reduce stair climbing or reshape the visit around your interests.
• Pickup needs attention: Accommodation pickup is included in Dubrovnik, but the vehicle may not have a visible tour sign.

A private route through Dubrovnik’s Westeros

This experience works best as a compact introduction to Dubrovnik through two lenses. You get the city’s fortresses, gardens, island, and hilltop view, but you also see how those real places became King’s Landing, the Red Keep, and Qarth.

The private format matters. You are not tied to a large group moving at one fixed pace. If your group wants more filming details, the guide can focus there. If someone has trouble with stairs, the route can be adjusted. That flexibility proved useful for one group that chose to skip some spots because of the walking involved.

Transportation comes in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver. That is a real benefit in Dubrovnik, where moving between the port, the Old Town, Trsteno, and Mount Srd would be awkward by public transport in a limited shore-excursion window. The guide rides with you and provides the commentary.

The tour is rated 4.8 from four reviews, with particular praise for the guides’ clear explanations, friendly manner, and willingness to tailor the day. Andrea received special praise from a group of six adults, while Mihaela was singled out for being flexible and well informed. Those personal touches are central to the appeal here.

Trsteno Arboretum: gardens used for King’s Landing

Your first major stop is Trsteno Arboretum, about 45 minutes. The gardens were used as the gardens of King’s Landing, and the guide points out the filming spots used in the series.

This is a good opening stop because it gives you something different from Dubrovnik’s stone walls. Instead of narrow lanes and fortress views, you get a green garden setting connected to the show. If you know the series well, the location details will be the point. If you do not, the arboretum still adds a calmer, more scenic stop to the day.

Admission is not included. The stated fee is €10 per person. That extra cost is modest compared with the total tour price, but you should add it to your budget before booking.

You have about 45 minutes here, so expect a focused visit rather than a long garden outing. I would keep your camera ready and listen closely to the guide’s explanation of which parts appeared on screen. The tour description does not promise a full botanical tour, so the main purpose is filming locations, not an extended study of the gardens.

Lovrijenac Fortress: the Red Keep above the sea

Fort Lovrijenac, also called Lovrijenac Fortress, receives about an hour. In Game of Thrones, it served as the Red Keep, making it one of the most important stops for fans of the series.

The guide points out locations connected with major scenes, including Joffrey’s Name Day and the Purple Wedding. Those references give the fortress a clear screen connection, but the building also carries its own appeal as a dramatic defensive site above the water.

The one-hour stop should give you enough time for the main points without turning the visit into a long fortress inspection. Expect stairs and uneven walking. The tour requires a moderate level of physical fitness, and the private format allows your guide to leave out some areas if your group prefers less climbing.

The entrance fee is €15 per person and is not included. That matters because three paid stops add €55 per person in total. If your group is mainly interested in the show and wants to keep costs down, ask before booking which paid locations are essential and which might be shortened.

Old Town streets and the Walk of Shame route

The Old Town segment lasts about 40 minutes and includes historical sights along the way to the location used for the Walk of Shame. The guide also shows places connected with the riot in the streets.

This part is not a full Dubrovnik city tour. That distinction is important. You will see selected sights that support the Game of Thrones theme, but you should not book this excursion expecting a broad tour of churches, squares, museums, or daily life in every corner of the Old Town.

The short walking section brings the show back into the real city. Dubrovnik’s lanes and stone streets can feel familiar from the series, but the guide’s explanation helps connect the screen action with the actual setting. If you have limited time in port, this focused approach is useful.

At the same time, the 40-minute limit means you may leave wishing for more. One group enjoyed the city so much that they wished they had extra time there. Consider this stop a taste of the Old Town, not a substitute for returning later on your own.

Lokrum Island and the Iron Throne

Lokrum gets the longest stop, about two hours, and it is likely the highlight for serious fans. A 10-minute boat ride takes you to the island, which served as the city of Qarth. The main photo opportunity is a seat on the Iron Throne.

The boat ride adds a pleasant change of pace after the road and walking stops. On Lokrum, the Game of Thrones connection is direct and easy to enjoy, especially if you want a memorable photo rather than only explanations about filming. The island visit also gives the tour a clear finish.

Admission costs €30 per person and is not included. This is the largest extra fee, so include it when comparing the tour with other Dubrovnik shore excursions. Lunch and bottled water are also excluded. Bring your own water or plan to buy it separately.

Pay close attention to the ending arrangements. The stated route finishes on Lokrum, and one group made its own way back to the Old Town after the tour. From there, an Uber ride back to the ship was described as easy and inexpensive. Since the experience includes pickup from your accommodation or port at the start, but the final stop is on an island, I would confirm exactly where and when your group will separate from the guide.

That detail matters most for cruise passengers. You need enough time to return to the ship, and you should not assume that the van will meet you after Lokrum. Ask the provider about the recommended route back, expected timing, and whether any boat or transport cost remains after the guided portion.

Mount Srd: Dubrovnik from above

The drive to Mount Srd takes you to the best viewpoint in town, with about 45 minutes at the top. Admission is included here, unlike the three other paid sites.

This is the tour’s broadest view. From the summit, you can look down over Dubrovnik and make photos that show the city’s position beside the sea. It is a useful counterpoint to the close-up streets and fortress walls. Down in the Old Town, you notice stone, steps, and narrow passages. From Mount Srd, you can understand the whole setting at a glance.

The stop includes free time, so you are not rushed from one marked point to another. That makes it a strong choice for anyone who values photographs. The exact amount of time available can depend on traffic, port timing, and how long your group spends at the other stops, but 45 minutes gives you a reasonable window.

Mount Srd also helps make the tour worthwhile for people in your group who are not major fans of the show. The view is a Dubrovnik experience in its own right. A family or mixed-age group can enjoy the scenery even if only some members care about the filming stories.

What $248.53 really covers

The listed price is $248.53 per person. For a private tour, that price includes an air-conditioned vehicle, a private guide, and a professional driver. It also includes pickup in Dubrovnik from your hotel or accommodation, with port pickup available.

The price becomes easier to judge when you consider the time saved. You are not arranging separate taxis to Trsteno, Lovrijenac, Mount Srd, and the Old Town. You also have someone explaining the filming sites instead of simply locating them on a map.

Still, the final cost is higher than the headline figure. Add €30 for Lokrum, €10 for Trsteno, and €15 for Lovrijenac, for €55 per person in listed admission charges. Lunch and bottled water are not included. If you are comparing this with a standard group excursion, remember that the private format is the main reason for the higher price.

For six adults, the value question becomes more favorable if the group enjoys having its own vehicle and guide. You can spread the cost of the private service across your party, and the ability to change the pace is useful. For one or two people, the same price may feel steep unless the Game of Thrones theme is a major reason for visiting Dubrovnik.

Group discounts are available, but the supplied details do not specify the amount. Ask for the total price for your exact group size, including any entrance costs.

Pickup, walking, and timing advice

Pickup is offered from your accommodation in Dubrovnik. If your accommodation is outside the city, an extra charge may apply. The tour is also suitable for a port day, but agree on the meeting point in advance.

Do not rely on finding the vehicle by guesswork. One group arrived early but had difficulty locating the guide and driver because there was no sign with the group name and the van was not marked. A simple message confirming the driver’s name, vehicle description, phone number, and exact port meeting place can save 15 minutes.

The day lasts about five hours and 30 minutes. That is long enough for all five stops, but the schedule is still fairly tight. The private setup helps, since you are not waiting for strangers, but road time, stairs, boat timing, and paid-site entries all affect the pace.

You should be comfortable with moderate walking and some stairs. The guide can adapt the route, but this is not a no-walking sightseeing drive. Wear practical shoes, carry water, and keep some cash or a card available for the admission fees.

The tour requires good weather. If bad weather causes cancellation, you can receive a different date or a full refund. You can also cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations inside that 24-hour window are not accepted.

Who will get the most from this tour?

I would recommend it first to dedicated Game of Thrones fans who want to see several filming sites in one day without handling the transport themselves. The mix of gardens, fortress, Old Town, island, and mountain gives you a wide look at Dubrovnik rather than one single location.

It also suits families and small groups with different interests. A flexible guide can give fans the screen details while leaving room for photos, views, and the real city. The private vehicle is especially useful for groups that do not want to coordinate taxis.

This is less suitable if you want a slow, detailed Dubrovnik city tour. The Old Town portion is short, and the route prioritizes filming locations. It may also feel expensive if you plan to skip the paid sites or if you are comfortable arranging your own transport.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if you want a private, well-organized Game of Thrones day with the Red Keep, King’s Landing gardens, Qarth, the Iron Throne, and Mount Srd all in one route. The best reasons to choose it are the flexible pacing, air-conditioned vehicle, and personal guide.

Before paying, confirm the port pickup instructions and the plan for getting back after Lokrum. Also budget the extra €55 per person in entrance fees, plus food and water. If those details suit your group, this is a strong way to cover a lot of Dubrovnik in limited time without treating the city as only a television set.

FAQ

Is pickup included from a Dubrovnik hotel or port?

Yes. Pickup is offered from accommodation in Dubrovnik, and round-trip transportation from the port or hotel is included in the tour details. Pickup outside the city can be arranged for an extra charge.

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately five hours and 30 minutes.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your group participates, with a private guide, professional driver, and air-conditioned vehicle.

Are entrance fees included?

Mount Srd admission is included. Lokrum Island costs €30 per person, Trsteno Arboretum costs €10, and Lovrijenac Fortress costs €15. These three fees are not included in the tour price.

Does the tour include lunch and bottled water?

No. Lunch and bottled water are not included.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The experience requires good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you can receive a different date or a full refund.