Game of Thrones tour in Croatia - 8 days
Crafted by Ivona, travel expert from Croatia
CroatiaStep into the world of a Game of Thrones tour in Croatia as you trace the Adriatic coast through ancient cities, island viewpoints, and landscapes that feel made for the screen. Begin among emerald waterfalls and historic parks, then wander Trogir’s narrow lanes and Split’s Roman courtyards, where filming locations blend naturally with everyday Croatian life.
Continue along the Makarska coast toward Dubrovnik, passing clifftop fortresses, quiet harbors, and sweeping sea views. On Lokrum Island and within Dubrovnik’s stone walls, discover cinematic settings with real history behind every scene.
Among our Croatia trips, this journey balances famous filming locations with culture, nature, and time to enjoy the coast at a relaxed pace.
Game of Thrones tour in Croatia highlights
- Walk Dubrovnik’s legendary King's Landing walls: Trace iconic Game of Thrones filming locations with a private guide, then wander hidden alleyways and local bars for an authentic taste of daily life in Dubrovnik.
- Sail the Dalmatian coast like a cinematic noble: Cruise by chartered boat to secluded bays and islands, swimming in crystal-clear waters and stopping at family-run konobas.
- Uncover Split’s real-life and fantasy worlds: Explore Diocletian’s Palace cellars and secret GOT sets with an expert, then personalize your time with artisan workshops, markets, or café hopping in the old town.
- Experience dramatic fortresses and rural interiors: Visit lesser-known castles, hilltop villages, and vineyards where key scenes were filmed.
- Stay in characterful, handpicked accommodations: Sleep in boutique stone villas, heritage guesthouses, and sea-view hotels selected for charm and location.
| Day | Location | Activity | Overnight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Zagreb | • Arrival at Zagreb Airport • Private transfer with English-speaking guide • Check in at Esplanade Zagreb Hotel • Free time around Ban Jelačić Square • Lower and Upper Town stroll • Cathedral of Zagreb and St. Mark’s Church | Zagreb |
| 2 | Zagreb → Plitvice → Krka → Šibenik | • Plitvice Lakes National Park • Forest trails, lakes, and waterfalls • Krka National Park visit • Travertine pools and dramatic falls • Šibenik filming locations used for Braavos • St. James Cathedral, featured as the Iron Bank | Šibenik |
| 3 | Šibenik → Trogir → Kaštel Gomilica → Split | • Guided walk in UNESCO-listed Trogir • Renaissance, Baroque and Romanesque heritage • Qarth filming locations • Kaštel Gomilica and Braavos setting • Fortified Benedictine monastery • Arrival and check-in in Split | Split |
| 4 | Split | • Guided tour of Diocletian’s Palace • Game of Thrones filming locations • Season 4 “Oathkeeper” settings • Season 5 dragon scene locations • Roman history and local stories | Split |
| 5 | Split → Klis → Baška Voda → Ston → Pelješac → Dubrovnik | • Coastal journey from Split to Dubrovnik • Klis Fortress, used as Meereen • Makarska coastline views • Baška Voda filming connection • Fresh oysters and Ston town walls • Pelješac vineyard visit with wines and snacks • Arrival and check-in in Dubrovnik | Dubrovnik |
| 6 | Dubrovnik | • Curated Dubrovnik city tour • Stradun, Pile Gate, and Rector’s Palace • Old Port and Republic of Ragusa stories • Free time for City Walls or Srđ Hill cable car • Lunch with rooftop and sea views • Sunset cruise aboard the Karaka galleon | Dubrovnik |
| 7 | Dubrovnik → Lokrum Island → Dubrovnik | • Ferry to Lokrum Island • Forest trails and rocky swimming coves • 11th-century Benedictine monastery ruins • Qarth filming locations • Return to Dubrovnik • Free time in Old Town | Dubrovnik |
| 8 | Dubrovnik | • Final breakfast at the hotel • Free time for coffee, coastal views, or a short stroll • Private transfer to Dubrovnik Airport | — |
Day 1: Arrival in Zagreb
Arrive in Zagreb and meet your English-speaking guide for a private transfer to the iconic Esplanade Zagreb Hotel, an elegant base for the start of your Game of Thrones-inspired journey.
Spend the afternoon exploring at your own pace. Walk from the hotel to lively Ban Jelačić Square, then continue through the atmospheric streets linking Zagreb’s Lower and Upper towns.
Admire the neo-Gothic Cathedral of Zagreb and the colorful tiled roof of St. Mark’s Church as you ease into Croatia travel with a first taste of the capital’s history, architecture, and café culture.
Day 2: Plitvice, Krka, and Šibenik filming locations
Leave Zagreb behind and travel into the emerald landscapes of Plitvice Lakes National Park, one of the best places to visit in Croatia for forest trails, shimmering lakes, and cascading waterfalls. The scenery feels made for cinematic moments, with wooden walkways leading through water, woodland, and limestone cliffs.
Continue to Krka National Park, where travertine formations, deep pools, and dramatic falls create another striking natural setting. Later, arrive in Šibenik on the Adriatic coast and explore the narrow stone streets used for Braavos in Game of Thrones.
Admire St. James Cathedral, featured as the Iron Bank, before settling into the refined Heritage Hotel Life Palace for the night.
Day 3: Trogir, Kaštel Gomilica, and arrival in Split
After breakfast, drive to the UNESCO-listed island city of Trogir for a guided walk through its Renaissance, Baroque, and Romanesque streets, churches, and palaces. Along the way, explore filming locations that helped bring the trading city of Qarth to life in Game of Thrones.
Continue to Kaštel Gomilica, an atmospheric coastal setting used for Braavos, including its fortified Benedictine monastery. Later, arrive in Split and check in at the boutique Heritage Palace Varoš hotel, close to the old town and lively waterfront.
Day 4: Split and Diocletian’s Palace filming tour
After breakfast, set out on a guided exploration of Split’s historic heart, the UNESCO-listed Diocletian’s Palace. Built by the Romans in the 4th century, this remarkably preserved palace complex now forms a living part of the city, with atmospheric courtyards, stone passageways, and ancient basements woven into daily life.
Follow your guide through filming locations from Game of Thrones, including settings used in Season 4’s “Oathkeeper” and the dramatic dragon scenes of Season 5. Along the way, uncover the Roman history, local stories, and cinematic details that make Split such a compelling stop on the journey.
Day 5: Klis, Ston, and the coastal road to Dubrovnik
Today’s journey brings together coastal scenery, filming locations, and local flavors as you travel from Split to Dubrovnik. Visit the rock-built fortress of Klis, known to Game of Thrones fans as Meereen, then continue along the Makarska coastline, passing offshore islands, vineyards, and olive groves.
Pause in Baška Voda, linked to scenes with Daenerys and her dragons, before reaching Ston for fresh oysters and a walk along the impressive town walls.
Continue onto the steep Pelješac peninsula for a vineyard visit with local wines and snacks, then arrive in Dubrovnik and check in to your luxurious Old Town hotel.
Day 6: Dubrovnik city tour and sunset galleon cruise
Explore Dubrovnik, the Pearl of the Adriatic, on a curated tour through Stradun, Pile Gate, the Rector’s Palace, and the picturesque Old Port. As you walk, trace the stories of the Republic of Ragusa and the maritime power that shaped the city’s identity.
Later, enjoy free time to walk the City Walls, take the cable car to Srđ Hill, or linger over lunch with views of red rooftops and the sea. In the evening, sail aboard the Karaka galleon on a sunset cruise, with unforgettable views of Dubrovnik’s illuminated walls from the water.
Day 7: Lokrum Island nature reserve and Qarth filming locations
Take the ferry to Lokrum Island, a peaceful forested nature reserve just off the Dubrovnik coast. Spend time walking shaded paths, swimming from rocky coves, and exploring the atmospheric ruins of the 11th-century Benedictine monastery.
Fans of Game of Thrones will recognize Lokrum as Qarth, where Daenerys meets the city’s elite. Return to Dubrovnik later in the day, with time to relax in Old Town cafés or enjoy an evening stroll through the illuminated streets at your own pace.
Tips from Ivona
Croatia Travel Expert
Visit Lokrum with a little extra time rather than treating it as a quick photo stop. The monastery ruins are the obvious filming highlight, but the island’s shaded paths and rocky swimming spots are what make it feel special. Go earlier in the day, then return to Dubrovnik before the late afternoon crowds build around the Old Town harbor.
Day 8: Farewell to Dubrovnik
After a final breakfast at your hotel, enjoy a little unhurried time to take in Dubrovnik’s coastal views one last time. Depending on your flight time, linger over coffee, stroll nearby lanes, or relax before the journey home.
Your private transfer will collect you from the hotel and take you comfortably to Dubrovnik Airport, timed around your departure for a smooth end to the trip.
