Film Location Tour of Ireland

8-Night Film Location Tour of Ireland

Explore Ireland’s cinematic heritage with this 8-night tour featuring locations from The Quiet Man, Ryan’s Daughter, Star Wars, Game of Thrones, The Banshees of Inisherin, Bad Sisters, and Colin Farrell’s notable films. This tour blends iconic movie settings, stunning landscapes, and vibrant Irish culture.

Itinerary Overview

• Nights 1-2: Galway (The Quiet Man, The Banshees of Inisherin)
• Nights 3-4: Dingle Peninsula (Ryan’s Daughter, Star Wars)
• Nights 5-6: Belfast (Game of Thrones, Bad Sisters)
• Nights 7-8: Dublin (Colin Farrell films, Bad Sisters)

Day 1: Arrival in Galway & The Quiet Man

• Morning: Arrive in Galway and check into The Hardiman or The Galmont Hotel.
• Afternoon: Visit Cong, where The Quiet Man was filmed. Explore The Quiet Man Museum and take a walking tour of iconic scenes.
• Evening: Return to Galway for dinner at Aniar, a Michelin-starred restaurant.

Day 2: The Banshees of Inisherin

• All Day: Take a ferry to Inis Mór, part of the Aran Islands and a key filming location for The Banshees of Inisherin. Enjoy the dramatic cliffs, stone walls, and tranquil beauty of the island.
• Evening: Return to Galway for a lively night in the Latin Quarter.

Day 3: Travel to Dingle & Ryan’s Daughter

• Morning: Travel to Dingle (approx. 3 hours). Check into Dingle Skellig Hotel.
• Afternoon: Explore the Dingle Peninsula, with stops at Inch Strand, where Ryan’s Daughter was filmed, and other breathtaking viewpoints.
• Evening: Dine at Global Village Restaurant in Dingle.

Day 4: Star Wars on Skellig Michael

• All Day: Take a boat trip to Skellig Michael, featured in Star Wars: The Force Awakens and The Last Jedi. Climb the ancient steps and take in the surreal setting.
• Evening: Return to Dingle and relax with a pint at Dick Mack’s Pub.

Day 5: Travel to Belfast & Game of Thrones

• Morning: Drive to Belfast (approx. 4.5 hours) and check into The Chambers of Distinction
• Afternoon: Visit Titanic Belfast or take a walking tour of Belfast’s historic sites.
• Evening: Enjoy dinner at Ox, a Michelin-starred restaurant.

Day 6: Game of Thrones Locations

• All Day: Take a guided tour of Game of Thrones filming locations, including:
  • The Dark Hedges (The King’s Road).
  • Ballintoy Harbour (Iron Islands).
  • Castle Ward (Winterfell).
  • Cushendun Caves (Melisandre’s shadow birth).
• Evening: Explore Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter for a lively evening.

Day 7: Travel to Dublin & Colin Farrell Films

• Morning: Travel to Dublin (approx. 2 hours). Check into The Grafton or The Chancery Hotel
• Afternoon: Visit Kilmainham Gaol, featured in The Italian Job and In the Name of the Father. Explore locations from Colin Farrell’s films, such as Intermission and In Bruges.
• Evening: Enjoy dinner at Chapter One and explore Temple Bar.

Day 8: Bad Sisters & Dublin Highlights

• Morning: Take a tour of Howth, where Bad Sisters was filmed. Enjoy the coastal scenery and landmarks from the show.
• Afternoon: Explore Trinity College and the Book of Kells, which inspired cinematic works.
• Evening: Wrap up with a farewell dinner at The Greenhouse.

Day 9: Departure

• Morning: Depart from Dublin Airport.

Highlights

• Galway: The Quiet Man and The Banshees of Inisherin.
• Dingle: Ryan’s Daughter and Star Wars.
• Belfast: Game of Thrones and Bad Sisters.
• Dublin: Bad Sisters, Colin Farrell films, and Irish cinema history.

This tour offers a perfect blend of iconic film locations, cultural experiences, and Ireland’s breathtaking natural beauty, making it a dream trip for film enthusiasts and travellers alike.