EXAMPLE ITINERARY
GAME OF THRONES FILM SETTINGS
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This is an example itinerary that can always be adjusted to meet your individual requirements and budget.
SUMMARY (12 nights)
Start: Madrid
End: Barcelona
2 N Madrid
2 N Cordoba
(Long Bridge of Volantis, Highgarden)
2 N Sevilla
(The Water Gardens of Dorne, Dragonpit)
1 N Ronda
2 N Granada
3 N Barcelona
(Girona: Braavos, Oldtown & King’s Landing)
The epically popular Game of Thrones took over where Lord of the Rings left off; once a huge draw for visitors to tour New Zealand in search of
LOR filming locations, nowadays it’s Europe that’s drawing the fans.
Filmed throughout various regions of Spain, Game of Thrones was TV's most ambitious project in years and it was also the show that had (and
still has) people talking about it all around the world; more than any other TV drama.
If you love HBO’s epic medieval drama, Game of Thrones, and want to visit some of the many film locations* while you discover the real Spain at
the same time, this tailor-made tour might just be for you!
Although the series has ended, it doesn’t mean we’re done with Game of Thrones…
* There are, of course, many more Game of Thrones filming locations in Spain besides the ones which appear in this itinerary and if you need
more, we would be happy to include these in your tailor made itinerary. Please refer to the end of this itinerary for a complete list of these
locations.
What’s Included?
All private transfers
Boutique 4/5-star hotels
Breakfasts & all meals mentioned
in the itinerary
Guided tours with fluent English
speaking guides.
Specific guides at all GOT sites
that are also big fans of the show.
Skip the line entrance tickets
What’s not Included?
International Air Flights
Travel/medical Insurance
Meals & Drinks, other than
those mentioned in the
itinerary
Tips & Gratuities
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ITINERARY
Arrival in Madrid & first day at your leisure
First afternoon & evening free to get acquainted with this cosmopolitan city and the vibrant
atmosphere that it will offer over your stay.
We will provide you with good recommendations for places to eat, drink and tips for city
walks or any entertainment/events happening during your travel dates.
Morning: Madrid guided tour + Prado Museum visit
Your art historian guide will meet you at the lobby of your hotel to take you for an introductory
walking tour of Madrid's highlights focused on the Hapsburg and Bourbon legacy and will last for
approx. 4 hours. This tour will also include a guided visit of Prado Museum during which you will
learn about the stories and figures behind the art. The most characterizing pieces from diverse
periods in history will be noted; starting from the Renaissance all the way to the height of
Impressionism.
Note: The majority of the tour is done on foot but occasionally, to avoid walking long
distances and to optimise the time spent on site visits, public transportation is needed (either taxi
or metro) The cost of this public transportation is included and no extra fees are added to the
guided tour .
Free afternoon & evening
to explore other sites of Madrid at your leisure.
Madrid, Spain's central capital, is a city of elegant boulevards and expansive, manicured parks
such as the Buen Retiro. It’s renowned for its rich repositories of European art, including the
Prado Museum’s works by Goya, Velázquez and other Spanish masters. The heart of old
Hapsburg Madrid is the portico-lined Plaza Mayor, and nearby is the baroque Royal Palace and
Armory, displaying historic weaponry.
The Prado Museum houses one of the finest art collections in the world. It displays thousands of
European paintings, sculptures, and other works of art throughout its halls. Housing more than
8,000 works of art, the museum can be overwhelming to visit independently, but our
knowledgeable guide will lead you to the most significant and admired paintings and sculptures,
including works by Spanish, Dutch and Italian masters. The most famous piece in the collection
that is on display at the Prado is Las Meninas by Diego Velazquez. He dedicated many of his
own pieces to the museum and had a hand in obtaining several works from great Italian painters
as well. In tribute to Velazquez, his statue is one of the few marking the entrances to the
museum.
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 1: Arrival in Madrid
DAY 2: Explore Spain’s capital
DAY 3: The Long Bridge of Volantis
Morning train to Cordoba
Your private driver will take you to the train station from where you will take the High-Speed
train to Cordoba (aprx. 1h 45 mins).
Once in Cordoba, private transfer to your hotel located in the historic centre.
Afternoon Cordoba guided tour
Your art historian guide will meet you at the lobby of your hotel to take you for an introductory walking tour of aprx. 3 hours to discover the
main sites of Cordoba, a UNESCO listed city.
The visit will, of course, include the famed Mosque/Cathedral (La Mezquita), a monumental site which encapsulates this city's identity like few
other buildings can, with the layers of its beautifully complex history visibly integrated in its walls and bearing the marks of the various and
diverse cultures and civilizations that helped shape this fascinating city.
You will also discover the Jewish quarter, a quaint and charming network of pretty narrow lanes
which will lead you to the Guadalquivir riverside.
Here, as you walk along the river you’ll enjoy fantastic views of the city’s the iconic Roman
bridge. A bridge which you’ll likely recognise as the Long bridge of Volantis which appeared in
Game of Thrones season 5 when Tyrion and Varys were entering the Free City of Volantis.
This exciting tour will end with stops at some other interesting and lively typically Cordovan sites
such as La Plaza del Potro, La Corredera, the Roman Temple or Las Tendillas square to which
you could return to afterwards for a pleasant evening drink.
You will have the rest of the evening free to enjoy at your leisure.
Córdoba is a city in the southern Spanish region of Andalusia, and the capital of the province of
Córdoba. A great cultural reference point in Europe, this ancient city has been declared a World
Heritage Site and contains a mixture of the diverse cultures that have settled it throughout
history. Very few places in the world can boast of having been the capital of a Roman province
(Hispania Ulterior), the capital of an Arab State (Al-Andalus) and a Caliphate.
The city famously houses the Mezquita, a symbol of the worldly, sophisticated culture that
flourished here more than a millennium ago when Córdoba was western Europe's biggest, most
cultured city. Such splendour is palpable in the intellectual wealth of this city, that has seen the
birth of figures like Seneca, Averroes, and Maimonides (Cordoba has in fact erected a life-size
statue in honour of this physician and philosopher considered one of the greatest Jewish thinkers
of all time).
Meals included: Breakfast
On this exciting tour, we will venture out into the countryside to explore the beautiful hills
of Montilla (still a very unspoiled wine region south of Córdoba). Olive oil, gastronomy, and
wine are part of Andalucía's popular wisdom and with this tour, you will delve into the
fascinating world of olive oil and wine.
Morning
Your private driver/tour guide will pick you up from your hotel and will take you to Montilla
(aprx. 40 min ride).
Your first stop will be a family-run olive oil mill where you will discover the full process of olive oil making.
You will enjoy a tour of the family groves and learn about the different characteristics, culinary uses and health benefits of olive oil.
After a visit to the mill and the on-site museum, you will enjoy a very interesting short video about oil production followed by a tasting of two of
their delicious varieties along with freshly baked bread made by the very same family!
The second experience of the day is a visit to a local family-run boutique winery located right
in the heart of the of the Sierra de Montilla, a stunning rural landscape with endless vineyards
and rolling hills.
Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by a truly passionate viticulturist who will take you to the
family vineyards to tell you about the history of this ancestral winery.
Next, you will be guided into the wine cellar, named by the family as "Sacristia", a remarkable
sacred space where their oldest wines are kept.
On this educational tour, you will learn about the unique grape variety that grows exclusively in
Montilla, the popular and worldwide known "Pedro Ximenez". You will also learn about the
entire process and aging system of these unique dry and sweet wines, a process that is
probably the oldest in Spain.
The visit will end with a delicious tasting of some of these varieties paired with a selection of tapas showcasing some of the region's best
products.
Raise your glass for a toast to a great wine experience!
Did you know that Spain is the largest producer of olive oil in the world and that 80% of
Spanish production is made in Andalusia? The history of olive oil takes us back to the
Phoenician and Greek civilizations settled in the Iberian Peninsula over 3,000 years ago.
The importance of olive oil to Spanish culture cannot be overstated; locals actually refer to it
as "liquid gold". Spain is also home to an abundance of grape varieties; making it the third-
largest wine producers in the world.
Home of the famed "Gran Capitan", Gonzalo Fernández de Córdoba, a Spanish general who
fought in the Conquest of Granada and the Italian Wars, Montilla is the center of
the Designation of Origin wine zone known as Montilla-Moriles. The landscape here is dry and
the soil is a blinding white Albariza. Its excellent moisture retention is very significant as this
area is hotter than almost anywhere else in Spain. The wineries of the Montilla-Moriles have
something to offer to both connoisseurs and neophytes, by showing the peculiarities of the
development of these wines where the undisputed star is the Pedro Ximénez grape variety and in which the biological aging (for the Fino wine)
and the oxidative aging (for the Amontillados, Olorosos and PX take part following the system of criaderas and soleras.
Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch
DAY 4: A taste of the countryside
Today we invite you to take an exciting trip in time, back into the Middle Ages. Come and
explore the incredible Castillo de Almodóvar! The towers and battlements, the dungeons, the
parade-ground and the hexagonal chapel will transport you back to centuries gone by, giving
you a first-hand view of the roots of Andalusian history.
Morning
Your private driver will pick you up at your hotel to drive you to Almodóvar del Río (aprx 40 min)
where you will enjoy a guided tour of aprx 1h of this Moorish 8th-century castle which was
featured as High Garden in Game of Thrones’ season 7!
For those GOT lovers, Highgarden of House Tyrell is of vital importance for House Lannister in keeping the Crown of Seven Kingdoms. This
great fortress will witness the outcome of the union of both houses, coming to fruition marriage bonds that were not paid. Blood, death, poison,
gold, dungeons, treason and victory await you in these towers and walls. Will you accompany us on this adventure?
After your tour, your driver will take you to the historical town of Carmona, at less than an hour drive, to enjoy a lovely lunch (cost not included)
overlooking the impressive valley and green fields.
After lunch, you will be transferred to Sevilla (aprx. 30min drive).
Free afternoon & evening in Sevilla.
The Almodovar Castle, or Castillo de Almodóvar, sits above the town of Almodóvar, on top of
a sheer-walled monolith. Which is why, it can only be seen from a large distance, and
offers spectacular views over the entire Guadalquivir Valley. The fortress dates back to Roman
times, the current construction, however, was built by the Arabs in 760. It belonged to the
Caliphate of Córdoba and later to the Taifas (independent emirates) of Sevilla, Carmona and
Toledo. Under the rule of Fernando III, in 1240, it came under Christian control, and under
Pedro I and Enrique II it even served as a royal residence. Later, the Castle was handed over
to the knightly order of Calatrava and then to the order of Santiago. Finally, in 1903 to 1936
the Earl of Torralva, the owner at the time, began restoring the castle. The historic structure is
therefore amazingly well-preserved. The Castillo has always been important to the city of
Cordoba since its strategic location contributed to ensuring the city’s security. Located above
the Guadalquivir river, which was navigable till Cordoba in the past, the castle could control the
traffic on the river.
Carmona, known as the “shining star of Andalucía” is a hidden gem sited on a low hill
overlooking a fertile plain planted with fields of barley, wheat and sunflowers. Carmona is a
small picturesque town that has burst beyond its ancient walls. Founded by the Carthaginians
in III-century BC probably on the site of a Turditani Iberian settlement, they named it Kar-
Hammon (City of Ball-Hammon) after their great deity-the origin, via the Roman “Carmo”, of
its present name. A major Roman town (from which era it preserves a fascinating
subterranean necropolis), it awas also an important taifa state in Moorish times. Following
the Reconquista, Pedro the Cruel built a palace within its walls, which he used as a provincial
royal residence (now hosting the well known Parador of Carmona). The majority of
Carmona’s monuments and churches lie inside the ancient walls, except from the remarkable
Necropolis which is located on the west side of town, a 10 min walk from the old quarter.
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 5: High Garden
Morning tour of Sevilla
Your art historian guide will meet you at the lobby of your hotel for an introductory walking tour
of aprx 3hrs to discover the main historic sites in Sevilla.
The tour will include a visit to the Roman Catholic Cathedral of Sevilla, the world's largest
Gothic Church, whose constructions lasted for over a century.
You will then head to the Royal Alcázar/Palace*, a beautiful example of Mudéjar architecture in
the Iberian Peninsula which appeared on Game of Thrones as the residence of the House
Martell. In episode 2 of season 5 we can see stunning palace gardens where Trystane Martell
played with Myrcella Baratheon. The Maria de Padilla’s baths where also where Sand Snakes
plotted the vengeance of their father Oberyn and the Ambassador’s Hall was used in the 9th
episode when prince Doran welcomes Jaime in this glamourous salon.
The tour will also take you through the city's Santa Cruz Jewish quarter, this labyrinth of narrow streets and alleys were designed to provide
protection from the oppressive sun of the Sevillian summer and are scattered with lovely green and lively plazas.
*
Subject to availability: Being an active residence of the Royal Family, the Alcázar Palace is occasionally closed to the public. For security
reasons, the information is never provided ahead of time.
Some cities blast you away, others slowly win you over. Sevilla disarms and seduces you. The
irresistible city of Sevilla, Andalucia’s capital, is located on the shores of the River
Guadalquivir. Its population of about 1.5 million makes it the fourth-largest city in Spain. Its
historic center, the third-largest in Europe with an area of 4 km2, contains three UNESCO
World Heritage Sites: the fabulous Mudéjar Alcázar palace, the Gothic Cathedral and the
General Archive of the Indies. Lorded over by a colossal Gothic cathedral, the old town is an
intoxicating mix of resplendent Mudéjar palaces, baroque churches and winding medieval
lanes. Flamenco clubs keep the intimacy and intensity of this centuries-old tradition alive whilst
aristocratic mansions recall the city’s past as a showcase Moorish capital and, later, a 16th-
century metropolis rich on the back of New World trade. But what is captivating about the city,
as much as the monuments and works of art, is its essential romantic quality, the greatest city
of Carmen, Don Juan and Figaro...
Evening Sevilla Tapas & Wine Tasting Tour (small group tour)
After meeting with your group and your expert food and wine guide , you’ll make your way to
one of Seville’ s most traditional types of eateries. Here you’ll enjoy a glass of vermouth just
like the locals do, and it’ll be paired with an array of delicious cured meats.
On the way to your next stop, your expert guide will point out one of Seville’s most famous
and beautiful monuments.
You’ll then make your way to one of the city’s oldest bars. Once inside, you’ll taste the things
locals come back for again and again, beautifully cured acorn-fed Iberian ham, cheese and two
types of sherry, a crisp glass of manzanilla sherry, and a richer, darker version called
amontillado.
The final stop of the night will be quite unlike the previous two! In fact, this restaurant was one
of the original pioneers in Seville’s gastro food scene. Apart from its delicious food, though, it
also boasts a superb wine list.
You’ll be tasting 3 innovative tapas, each one paired with a special Spanish wine.
Your passionate, expert English-speaking guide will reveal the secrets of Spain's wines, teach you how to do tapas like a local and give you
unforgettable insights into the culture of beautiful Sevilla
.
Meals included: Breakfast & tapas dinner
DAY 6: The Water Gardens of Dorne
Morning tour of Italica
Your private driver and guide will pick you up from your hotel and will take you to the ancient
Roman ruins of Italica, located just outside Sevilla (aprx. 20 mins), where you will have a 1.5hrs
guided tour around these remarkably preserved ruins, which date back to 206 BC.
You will explore the grand bath complex, where city dwellers would come to bathe in the thermal
waters and visit the House of the Planetarium, famous for its beautifully preserved mosaics.
You will learn how Italica was the birthplace of legendary emperors like Trajan and Hadrian and
will hear about the games held in the impressive amphitheatre, featured in Game of Thrones' Season 7 as the Dragonpit.
You’ll also find out the significance of the Trajan monument and the use of the birdhouse, gym, and
bread oven.
You will then be transferred to your hotel in Ronda (aprx 1.5h).
Itálica was the first Roman town in Spain, founded in 206 BC. It was the birthplace of the 2nd
century AD Roman emperor Trajan, and of his adopted son and successor Hadrian. What
remains of those times are broad paved streets and ruins of houses built around patios of beautiful
mosaics. Itálica also contains one of the biggest of all Roman amphitheatres (seating 20,000
spectators). The most notable houses are the Casa de Los Pájaros (House of the Birds) and the
Casa del Planetario (House of the Planetarium), with a mosaic depicting the gods of the seven
days of the week.
Ronda afternoon guided tour
After checking-into your hotel in Ronda you’ll have some free time to have lunch (cost not
included) and freshen up before meeting your private historian guide at the lobby of your hotel for
an introductory walking tour of aprx. 2hrs which will include the old town, the cliffs, the New bridge
and the bullring.
You will have the rest of evening free to enjoy at your leisure. Here are a few suggestions:
- Old Bridge and Arabian baths
- Jardines del Rey Moro (Moorish king gardens)
- Jardines De Cuenca - Palacio de Mondragon
- Circular walk around Ronda's Gorge (8 km/5 miles - aprx 3h - directions will be provided)
Ronda is a mountaintop city that sits in the heart of the Serrania de Ronda. Set dramatically above a deep gorge and surrounded by lush river
valleys, it is a place that is absolutely breath-taking. The gorge, El Tajo, separates the city’s 15th-century new town from its Moorish old town.
Puente Nuevo, a stone bridge spanning the gorge, has a lookout offering stunning views and the new town’s Plaza de Toros, a legendary 18th-
century bullring, is one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks.
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 7: The Dragonpit
Morning White villages of Grazalema NP
Your private driver/guide, will pick you up from your hotel and will take you to the white village
of Setenil de las Bodegas for a nice stroll through its picturesque and charming cobbled streets.
After a coffee break, you will be taken on a very scenic drive through the spectacular Grazalema
natural park with sightseeing stops at the charming towns of Grazalema and Zahara de la Sierra.
We highly recommend having lunch at a very nice restaurant overlooking the Zahara lake,
called Al Lago (cost is not included but if you are interested we can make the reservation for you).
After lunch, you can stroll the narrow streets of the Moorish old town of Zahara and climb to the
top of the Arab castle
Private transfer to your hotel in Granada (aprx. 2.5h) where you will have the evening free to relax.
Sentenil de las Bodegas - Named after its once flourishing wineries “bodegas”, it is probably unique among the Pueblos Blancos or white villages,
of Andalucia. Where most Pueblos Blancos were built on protective cliffs and mountain tops, this town grew out of a network of caves in the cliffs
above the Rio Trejo northwest of Ronda. Its blinding white houses seem to emerge from the rocks, some even have rock roofs and olive groves
on their roofs.
Grazalema, a pretty town whose immaculately kept cobbled streets are lined with whitewashed
houses adorned with wrought-iron rejas on their windows and plant pots spilling over with colourful
flowers. Grazalema is the most popular base for hikes into the Parque Natural Sierra de
Grazalema. It's also an age-old producer of blankets, honey, cheese, meat-filled stews, and an
adrenaline-filled bull-running festival, it truly has its own special charm.
Zahara de la Sierra, is quite simply a place that takes your breath away. It is, without a doubt, one
of the most picturesque of all the Pueblos Blancos (white villages) in the Sierra de Grazalema, if
not in the whole of Andalucia. The town enjoys an extraordinary setting, at the foot of the Sierra
del Jaral and perched atop a hill surrounded by the turquoise waters of the Zahara-el Gastor
reservoir. Standing guard above the village are the remains of a Moorish castle
that commands views both over the surrounding countryside and the white-washed village
beneath.
Granada-Free afternoon & evening
Free afternoon & evening to get acquainted with Granada at your own leisure.
Here are some of our recommendations:
- Stroll the Darro river promenade and the Albaycin Moorish quarter (Highly recommended:
sunset at the Mirador de San Nicolas, the most beautiful views of the Alhambra).
- Avenue Gran Via de Colon
- Cathedral and Royal Chapel
- La Madraza Palace (Moorish library and university from XIIIc)
- Alcaiceria (small souk)
- Plaza Bib-Ramblas
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 8: Grazalema & Granada
Morning Alhambra guided tour
You will enjoy a guided tour* of aprx. 2.5 hrs during which you will discover one of the most
brilliant jewels of universal architecture: the magnificent Moorish Alhambra Palace and its
beautiful Generalife gardens.
The Alhambra is a series of palaces and gardens built under the Nazari Dynasty in the 14th
century. This mighty compound of buildings – including the summer palace called Generalife,
with its fountains and gardens - stands at the foot of Spain's highest mountain range, the Sierra
Nevada, and overlooks the city below and the fertile plain of Granada.
Lunch
As you will be finishing your Alhambra guided tour at about lunchtime (13-14h), we recommend having lunch (cost not included) at the Parador
Hotel to enjoy their beautiful terrace which overlooks the Generalife gardens.
Alternatively, you could also go downtown for a tapas experience around Plaza Nueva (good recommendations will be provided in a separate
attached file about Granada)
Granada-Free afternoon & evening
Afternoon & evening to further explore Granada at your own leisure.
Here are a few more of our recommendations:
- Plaza del Carmen and the City Hall
- Carmen de Los Martires (beautiful 19th-century house and gardens nearby the Alhambra with
fantastic views over the city of Granada)
- Enjoy a nice Arabian bath and relaxing massage at the Hamman Al Andalus (C/ Santa Ana16)
- Realejo Jewish district
Granada was first settled by native tribes in the prehistoric period and was known as Ilbyr. When the Romans colonized southern Spain, they
built their own city here and called it Illibris. The Arabs, invading the peninsula in the 8th century, gave it its current name of Granada. It was the
last Muslim city to fall to the Christians in 1492, at the hands of Queen Isabel of Castile and her
husband Ferdinand of Aragon.
The Alhambra is Granada’s – and Europe’s – love letter to Moorish culture, a place where
fountains trickle, leaves rustle, and ancient spirits seem to mysteriously linger. Part palace, part
fort, part World Heritage site, part lesson in medieval architecture, the Alhambra has long
enchanted a never-ending line of expectant visitors. The Generalife was intended to reflect how
paradise is described in the Koran (“shaded, leafy garden refreshed by running water where the
fortunate ones may take their rest under tall canopies.
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 9: The wonders of the Alhambra
Afternoon flight to Barcelona
After a leisurely morning in Granada, your private driver will take you to the airport for a late
afternoon flight to the incomparable city of Barcelona (flight duration: aprx. 1.5h)
Upon arrival at Barcelona's airport, private transfer to your hotel in the city center.
You will have the evening free to explore this incredibly vibrant city at your leisure.
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 10: Heading up to Barcelona
Morning Modernist tour of Barcelona
Barcelona is known as the capital of Modernism and the place where the famous architect Antoni
Gaudí, worked and lived. Gaudi, one of the greatest innovators of his time, has left behind
numerous treasures in Barcelona for the discerning traveler to discover.
Today, we invite you to enter Gaudi's world of fantasy and geometry by visiting some of his
masterpieces.
Your art historian expert guide will meet you at the lobby of your hotel for an introductory walking
tour of 4hrs to discover the most exceptional works of Gaudi.
This artistic tour of Barcelona starts with a guided visit of the exterior and the
interior of the Sagrada Familia church, Gaudi's unfinished masterpiece, and Barcelona's most famous landmark. Next, you will discover Gaudi's
unusual Park Güell, a Unesco World Heritage Site, and an exceptional piece that unites nature and architecture like no other. In 1900, Gaudí was
given the assignment of designing a new park within a private housing project by Count Eusebi Güell. Güell understood better than any of his
contemporaries the meaning of Gaudí’s architecture and the relationship between the two men was not simply that of an artist and his patron, but
a real story of friendship.
The tour will end at Passeig de Gràcia where you will get an introduction to the distinct façades of Gaudi's famous houses, Casa Batlló, and Casa
Mila “La Pedrera”. You will also admire some other interesting modernist apartment buildings on the same promenade.
Should you be interested in a self-guided visit of any of the Gaudi houses, we will be happy to secure "fast track" tickets for you to avoid long
waiting lines, just let us know!
Free afternoon & evening in Barcelona
Barcelona is the cosmopolitan capital of Spain's Catalonia region. Located at the Mediterranean sea
in the very north of the Spanish coast, it is certainly the most cosmopolitan and economically active
city in the country. Barcelona has always proved its will to be modern, to follow the latest
international trends or be ahead of them, especially in its architecture, which so well reflects the
general approach to life in this always pulsating city. Barcelona has a very old history too and there
are monuments of Romanesque, Gothic and Renaissance periods but what most defines its
character is all that has been built over the last 100 years. Barcelona has been a center of
Modernist architecture and is especially distinguished by the works of the genius Antoní Gaudí who,
together with his great contemporaries, gave new and exciting looks to it, and managing to remain
at the peak of modernity since then.
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 11: Barcelona - Modernist haven
Morning group day trip to Girona
Today, you will visit one of the biggest cities north of Barcelona: Girona, a medieval city with
one of the best preserved Jewish quarters in Europe and most recently, the stage where
episodes of the hit series Game of Thrones were filmed!
Meet your guide and group with which you will ride on an air-conditioned bus for 1.5h to one of
the most beautiful cities of Catalonia; Girona.
On arrival, follow your guide to the city centre for a 2h walking tour during which you’ll discover
the Old Town and learn about some of the myths and legends related to the city. You’ll stroll
down la Rambla, see some of the most important plazas of Girona and explore its winding
alleys.
Many parts of the historic centre of Girona served as filming locations for the famous HBO series Specifically, Braavos, King's Landing and the
Citadel to name a few and during the tour, you’ll get to see some of these.
Admire the exterior of the magnificent Cathedral you'll surely recognise the stairs leading to it as
the stairs of the Great Sept of Baelor in King's Landing, where scenes of great importance took
place such as the walk of shame and the arrival of Janie Lannister on horseback.
Walk along a part of the city medieval walls and marvel at the amazing views of the old town.
Originally built in the XIV century, the old walls were destroyed to expand the city in the XIX
century. Today, thanks to their reconstruction it is possible to walk along them.
During your free time, you could grab a quick bite to eat, visit the Cathedral on your own, and
follow Arya's footsteps in Braavos as you walk the narrow alleys of the Jewish quarter and visit
the Arab baths on your own.
You could also see the church of Sant Pere de Galligants on your own, which was transformed
into the Citadel’s Grand Library in Oldtown, where Samwell Tarly goes to study in hopes to
become maester.
Back in Barcelona, you will have the evening free to enjoy at your leisure.
The ancient walled city of Girona stands on a fortress-like hill, high above the confluence of the Onyar and Ter rivers. As the provincial capital,
it has a long and distinguished history. Founded by Iberians, the Romans later named it Gerunda and established it as an important stopping
point on the Via Augusta, linking Iberia with Rome. The huge 15th-century cathedral, boasting the widest unsupported gothic arch in the world,
dominates the skyline, yet much of the city's attraction lies in exploring the medieval streets, especially around the charming Jewish quarter.
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 12: Braavos, Oldtown & Kings Landing
We will arrange for a private driver to take you to the airport for your flight home :(
Unfortunately, all good things must come to an end...
We hope you enjoyed your stay with us.
If you’d like to extend the duration of your trip and want to explore more of Spain and it’s many
Game of Thrones filming locations, we will be happy to modify this itinerary for you!
For your reference, we’ve included a list of the various Game of Thrones filming locations in
Spain on the next page.
DAY 13: Departure
Other Game of Thrones filming locations in Spain
Here is a list of the various Game of Thrones filming locations, other than the ones indicated in this itinerary. Your Just Explore Travel Designer
could also include more of these in your tailor-made trip as needed:
Almeria
The dessert in Almeria was used to represent the hard and arid land of the Dothraki.
Torre de Mesa Roldan tower and Cabo de Gata park served as the filming location for some of the
scenes in Meeren, such as the one in the episode 9 of season 6 where Daenerys punished the Masters
and rode Drogon into the bay.
The Alcazaba of Almeria fortification was also used to film some of the scenes (together with the Real
Alcazar in Seville) to portray the home of House Martell.
Extremadura
Introduced in season 7, Caceres’ Old Town cobbled streets and high Stone walls in Extremadura were
ideal to represent King’s Landing.
The Trujillo Castle doubled for Casterly Rock in season 7 when the Unsullied attacked the residence of
the House Lannister.
Castellon
Peniscola in the province of Castellon was the location for the outdoors scenes in Meereen during most of
season 6 (except for the final episode with Torre de Mesa Roldan). You can see Calle Mayor, the downhill
street where Tyrion and Varys are walking and discussing new strategies.
Portal Fosc is known as the place where the Red Priest preached to people in High Valyrian.
Parque de la Artilleria where Tyrion, Missandei and Grey Worm discuss the Masters of Astapor and
Yunkai.
The Basque Country
In season 7, Dragonstone, the place where Daenerys was born was portrayed by Gaztelugatxe. This
small peninsula in Bermeo is connected to the mainland by a man-made bridge which appears in several
episodes (scene where Jon, Tyrion and Davos and heading up to throne room to meet Daenerys).
Itzurun beach in Zumaia were also used for the Dragonstone scenes on the beach (seen at the very end
of episode 1 when Daenerys finally arrives to Dragonstone & later when Jon and Daenerys explore the
caves).
Guadalajara
The 12th century Caste of Zafra located in Campillo de Duenas in Guadalajara served as the Tower of
Joy seen in the famous scene with Bran and Three Eyed Raven when they enter a certain memory from
Ned Stark’s past…!
MEALS & SHOWS (all included)
Sevilla - Tapas & wine tour
Montilla - Olive oil + wine experience
ACCOMMODATION
At Just Explore we understand one of the biggest worries when booking a
holiday is the standard for your hotel.
That's why we only use pre-viewed character hotels with great locations to help
you relax and enjoy your stay with us.
Your accommodation will be made up of:
4 Star hotels with double room sharing
Breakfasts included - All centrally located
Air conditioning - En-suite rooms
Assistance During Your Trip: Full support & assistance on hand 24/7
As with all our clients, we will provide you with a list of recommended places to visit, bars & restaurants etc. to help you enjoy the authentic
Spain whilst you’re exploring at your leisure.
Insurance: We recommend that all travelers take out there own private medical & travel insurance whilst traveling to avoid any unforeseen
expenses...
Please Note:
The above itinerary may change at any time due to circumstances beyond our
control. We will duly advise of any such changes as soon as possible.
GUIDED VISITS & TOURS (all entrance fees included)
Madrid - City tour (with Prado Museum)
Cordoba - City Tour
Almodóvar castle - Guided tour
Sevilla -City tour
Italica Roman ruins - Guided tour
Ronda - Guided tour
White villages - Day trip
Granada (Alhambra) - Guided visit
Barcelona - Modernist city tour
Girona - Group day trip
TRANSPORT (all included)
Luxury AC vehicle
All private transfers from airport/railway station to hotels
and vice versa.
All private transfers from town to town mentioned in above
itinerary.
All trains and flights mentioned in the above itinerary.
PRICE & INCLUSIONS
Highlights: Game of Thrones film settings
PRICE* (Per person)
Depends on the number of travelers and dates
Please enquire for furthers details
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Subject to our standard terms & conditions (full details on separate sheet)
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