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Scotland Golf Trips
Sample Scotland Golf Trips
Get inspired for your golf trip to Scotland
Above are some sample Scotland golf trips that we’ve created for your convenience. They serve to inspire and help you to visualise your dream Scotland golf trip, as well as give you a guide as to how much it will cost. All of these sample packages can be fully customized on the "Get a Quote" page.
What our customers say
EXCELLENT35 reviews on
Anna MitsuokaWe have been on hundreds organized trips over the last 10 years, some with hosts and some with host access. In June we did a 10 day golf trip to Ireland with Jack. When I was telling my other golf friends who have done a trip like this and Scotland they asked which hotels (plural) are you staying at? I looked confused and just said the hotel (singular) we stayed at. So to my point on what made this the best trip and experience ever….. - Upon arrival at the airport the driver was waiting for us with names on a sign to drive us 2 hours to Killarney Plaza Hotel. - We never had to move hotels. Jack had a coach bus pick us up everyday to drive us to the golf courses Killarney, Ballybunion Waterville, Old Head, Tralee. - We had dinners as a group which were reservations made by Jack. - Tee times, the “game” for the week was tracked and scored by Jack. - Bus had snacks, adult beverages, plenty of bottled water. - Jack was with us the entire time. The night before he’d be able to make morning massages for anyone who needed one before another great day of golf. Literally we showed up and golfed. There was zero stress about anything. We had a ride back to the airport in plenty of time to do all the airport stuff. I have and will continue to recommend Jack and Halcyon golf travel. I can’t wait to use the company again and to see Jack again and play golf. This was truly the BEST experience I have ever had on a trip! Until next time!
Ignacio YulisLee (and Halcyon) were super easy to work with, planned our trip to a tee and, we’re always accessible when we needed them. I highly recommend them if you are planning a golf trip to Scotland.
Steven LaiVisited England for the first time in my life with two of my best friends and had the greatest golf trip ever. We were able to play six rounds of golf spread over a seven day span at arguably six of the best golf courses in England, Royal Birkdale, Royal Lytham, Royal Liverpool, Walton Heath (Old), Sunningdale (Old) and Royal St. George's. Thanks to Halcyon Golf Travel for securing our tee times and awesome hotel accommodations for a ten night stay split between the Malmaison Liverpool and Bloomsbury Hotel in London. The icing on the cake had to be when Jack Sallis joined us for golf on our first round of our trip, played at Royal Birkdale. His golf tips and various golf and non-golf related stories were very helpful and entertaining. If you are considering a golf trip to England, Scotland or Ireland you should definitely contact Halcyon Golf Travel for their expertise in planning the perfect golf trip!
Eric TomWe have taken golfing excursions to Scotland and Ireland, but our week in England playing its top courses was equally if not more memorable than any. Halcyon made it an easy, thoughtless trip for us. It was well-organized and perfectly scheduled, the latter something you do not appreciate until, for a couple of many examples, you are driving contra-flow at a time of day that works out so well or able to get a little more sleep one morning after a long day. We even got restaurant recommendations from Jack! I would highly recommend Halcyon for any of your British Isle trips. We plan to start all over again with Scotland in the near future!
michael siegelExceptional excursion impeccably curated and executed by Halcyon Golf. Three great courses and all travel details perfectly done.
Harry BainsLee and Jack at Halcyon made for a truly epic golf trip to Scotland (Fife and East Lothians). As someone who has typically planned trips myself I did question the use of a third party initially but by the end of the trip I am already thinking about my next trip with these guys! Some highlights: - Very clear agendas and transport timing - Transport always on time and were able to pivot if we needed to change plans. Drivers very personable and friendly - Lee was available on what’s app and given most trips to St Andrews involve ballot attempts for the old course he was available at an instant to modify tee times and shift the schedule - Provided access to Rusacks Hotel which had limited availability to the public Lee personally came up from his home in England and spent the night with us in St Andrews and walked the course at Kingsbarns. Very personal touch and not expected. He was very vested in us having a great trip and nothing came off transactional. Between not having to book any tee times myself and having seamless transport using Halcyon was worth it alone. The courses can be far apart and having on time transport was a key benefit I overlooked. Add in the local recommendations on dining, which courses to play, and extensive organization (using gsheets) is what created a special experience. The money spent was more than made up for by the world class experience! Best golf trip of all time.
Rudy RaiAmazing host, great company to make your trip extraordinary! Jack is the best!!
Mark AsherFirst class all the way! An amazing trip to golf in Ireland was made spectacular from every detail taken care of by Jack and Halcyon Golf Travel. If you want your trip to be perfect Jack is your mate!
Takuya DavisJack and his team were exceptional! He was there for our entire trip, both in Northern Ireland and in the South. Couldn't have asked for a more memorable golf trip. Thanks Jack and Halcyon Golf Travel!
PaulMy recent experience with Halcyon Golf Travel was first rate! From the very beginning of booking the trip, Jack and Lee were both informative and highly responsive. Any question I had was answered within 24 hours, and the materials supplied gave me great confidence long before my trip began. Upon arrival, Lee reached out to insure everything was to our satisfaction and to see if any additional assistance was necessary. The hotel they arranged was clean, comfortable, and very close to the St. Andrews golf courses. It also provided a substantial breakfast--a great way to start the day. They booked early tee times on a variety of courses, which allowed us to also book afternoon tee times. There was no shortage of great golf. The restaurant recommendations were spot on, so we could choose quality experiences from pub food to high-end dining. The arrangement for dinner at 18 in Rusacks Hotel provided an incredible and memorable event. To anyone considering a travel golf holiday in Scotland, Ireland, and/or England, I would strongly recommend using Halcyon Golf Travel services.
What's Included
A Scotland golf trip with Halcyon is always tailored to YOU. Here are some of the elements of a Scotland golf trip itinerary you can choose to include and customise.
Golf
From World top 100 courses to hidden gems. We advise, but you choose.
Accommodation
From modest bed & breakfasts to iconic 5* golf hotels and private castles.
Transportation
Choose from self drive, basic transfers, private hire with driver or helicopter
Hosting Services
Have a passionate golfer from Halcyon host your party and get a locals insight
Activities
We can organise private whisky tastings, distillery tours, salmon fishing, game shooting, falconry etc
Sightseeing
We arrange viewings of castles, museums, city tours, galleries, places of natural beauty etc.
Table Reservations
We can suggest & book the best local restaurants and bars on your behalf
Custom Merchandise
We can provide high quality, personalised stash to make your trip extra special
Talk to an expert
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10 tips for planning the best Scotland golf trip
It’s tempting to travel cross-country trying to play all the best golf courses in Scotland, but this isn’t for everyone. You might also miss something spectacular trying to cram as many courses in as you can. Work with Halcyon to design an itinerary that’s right for you.
In the unfortunate event you have to cancel your Scotland golf trip last minute or your airline loses your clubs, having cancellation insurance ensures you get a full refund.
The best Scotland golf trips always include at least one round in the rain. The weather here can be erratic, make sure you’re prepared!
Walking 18 or 36 every day can get tiring. Take a day to see some of Scotlands beautiful countryside, a historical castle or working whisky distillery.
It’s the smaller clubs that sometimes best capture the essence of Scottish golf. And don’t discount courses with lower green fees, there’s amazing courses for under £100 in Scotland.
Local knowledge goes a long way on old school links courses, especially in the summer. Taking a caddy is a sure way of getting more enjoyment from your round and hearing a story or two.
App’s like “Revolut” are great for splitting bills and getting favourable exchange rates when spending abroad. You’ll only need cash (GBP£) for caddies. Avoid using airport currency exchanges.
Riding carts isn’t allowed at some courses in Scotland. Besides, you’ll get a much better experience of the golf course from walking it.
The drink driving threshold in Scotland is lower than the USA. If you’re driving yourself then don’t risk drink driving, especially the morning after a heavy session.
Some traditional clubs have specific dress codes. Smart shoes in the clubhouse, blazer & tie, long socks with shorts etc. Halcyon will make you aware of dress codes before your Scotland golf trip.
Scotland golf course map
For your convenience we’ve created an interactive google map and pinpointed all of our favourite Scottish golf courses, hotels, experiences and the airports (Scotland in blue). As you can see, some of the most famous Scottish golf courses are spread very far apart. There are however some clear regional clusters of courses. St Andrews, East Lothian, Ayrshire & The Highlands. Picking one or two of these clusters make for a more leisurely Scotland golf trip with less travelling and hotel changes. However if you’re feeling more adventurous, we’d be happy to help you plan every step of the way to ticking off all the courses on your bucket list.
Planning your Scotland golf trip: itinerary inspiration
St Andrews
Most famous for The Old Course, but spending a few days in the “Auld Grey Toon” adds so much to a Scotland golf trip. For a golfer the atmosphere is just magic, with pieces of golfing history hidden in almost every building and street you walk. Just 15 minutes away is Kingsbarns which always comes out a favourite and Open course Carnoustie is just 45 mins north of St Andrews. Recent additions to the area include Dumbarnie and the radical design of St Andrews Castle. St Andrews New and Jubilee are fantastic courses played on the same plot of land as The Old Course and are conveniently located within walking distance if most St Andrews hotels. Lundin Links, Leven, Elie and Crail are classic examples of traditional Scottish golf clubs and offer great value green fees. St Andrews has a vast selection of hotels, but with it being the most popular golf destination in Scotland, make sure to plan and book well in advance.
East Lothian
This convenient local cluster of golf courses lie just 40 minutes from Scotland’s capital Edinburgh. The best Scotland golf trips must include a full day at Muirfield. It’s open to visitors on Tuesdays and Thursdays (but make sure to book early), regularly ranks in the top 10 courses in the world and lies right in the epicentre of the golf courses on the East Lothian coastline. Next door lies the modern links designs of Archerfield and Scottish Open venue Renaissance Club which is one of the few courses in Scotland with highly restricted access to visitors. Drive east and find the historic West links of North Berwick, one of the most fun golf courses in the world to play. Travel west and find another spiritual home of the game- Gullane. Gullane golf club has 3 courses itself (1, 2 & 3) and is bordered by the charming Luffness New. Farther west lies the charming little links of Kilspindie, a wonderfully short 5500 yarder played right on the sea. Only a 20minute drive separates all the golf courses mentioned above. Special mention to Dunbar, extend your drive by 20 minutes East to find this charming links course, a modest but truly authentic Scottish members club.
Ayrshire- West Coast
Over on the West coast, Ayrshire hosts a cluster of 3 Open Championship courses, perfect for attacking a bucket list. They are Royal Troon, Trump Turnberry and Prestwick. Old Tom Morris laid out a beautifully quirky course at Prestwick which held the very first Open Championship in 1860. The Ailsa course at Trump Turnberry is one of the great links courses of the world and boasts an iconic luxury hotel. Western Gailes is a links course that often goes under a tourists radar, its the ultimate hidden gem. Dundonald is a newer addition to the area and a very enjoyable round; it also has purpose built on site lodges that are perfect for guys golf trips to Scotland. For the more adventurous, a ferry boat trip from Ardrossan takes you to The Isle of Arran or Campbelltown. On Arran you’ll find Shiskine, an untouched beauty of a 12 holer, filled to the brim with dramatic blind shots and sea views. Further afield is Campbelltown, where a short drive away lies Machrihanish and Machrihanish Dunes. Another legendary Old Tom Morris course, Machrihanish is pulled straight from your imagination of a Scottish Golf Course of the late 19th Century.
The Highlands
Playing golf in The Highlands is a truly quintessential Scottish golf experience. To access its northerly location drive the A82 Via Glencoe valley for some of the most breathtaking views in Scotland. Or, drive via the east coast and make a stop at either Royal Aberdeen, Cruden Bay or Trump International (or all 3). Royal Dornoch is the crown of The Highlands, it might be the best course in Europe to never host a major, a must play if this is a once in a lifetime Scotland golf trip. Also up north is the wild links of Tain, Golspie and Brora where Highland cattle still roam the fairways, talk about traditional greenkeeping! Closer to Inverness, the capital of the highlands, is the magnificent Castle Stuart, a masterful modern design with plentiful sea views. Close by is the rugged links of Nairn, which hosted the 2021 Amateur Championship. The best inland course in The Highlands is Boat of Garden, a wonderful James braid design set in the heart of the Cairngorms national park.
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