Scotland golf tours
Scotland Golf Tours
Delivering bespoke Scotland golf trips is our speciality. Fill out our golf tour planner form to get a quote for your dream Scotland golf trip.
7 Open Championship venues
12 world top 100 courses
Whisky capital of the world
Halcyon Golf Travel: Experts at organising golf trips to Scotland
Halcyon Golf Travel is passionate about creating customized golf tours to Scotland that will suit YOU down to a tee. Work with real, local golfers to make your dream Scotland golf vacation a reality. From green fees, accommodation and transport to caddies, restaurant reservations and whisky tastings, Halcyon has you covered.
We’ve hosted enough golf tours in Scotland to understand that no two are alike. We advise that we speak in person before we send an initial proposal. This just helps us to get to know you and understand what exactly will make your holiday one thats right for you. These phone calls during the planning phase of your golf trip to Scotland will be conducted by Halcyon founder Jack Sallis. Jack will be able to share with you his vast knowledge of golf courses in Scotland, as well as the other fun things to do in-between playing them.
Sample golf tours Scotland UK
Booking a golf vacation to Scotland is easy
Make sure to let us know when’s good to talk on a phone/video call. (We can use Zoom / Microsoft Teams / Facetime or a regular phone call). We will respond with our initial thoughts on your enquiry and lock in a date to speak to you.
These usually take 30-40 mins. We use this time to get to know you a little and get to the bottom of what you really want out of your Scotland golf tour.
with a suggested itinerary for you. There’s naturally some back and forth emailing here or extra phone calls as we work to perfect your itinerary. If you don’t have the time for a phone call, please specify in step 1 and we can skip straight to this step
Once you’re happy with your itinerary and we’ve confirmed availability with the relevant suppliers, a 35% deposit payment is required to lock it in. This allows us to book all of your tee times, hotels and other elements of your golf trip to Scotland. *sometimes a higher deposit is requested depending on the nature of your booking
In the run-up to your Scotland golf vacation we’re always available to help answer any of your questions. Take advantage of your personal golf trip advisor and make sure you’re ready for your vacation.
This is due 9 weeks prior to the first day of your golf trip. Payment can be made via Credit card, debit card or bank transfer.
We’re available 24/7 to assist you during your time in Scotland. Most of you will also get to meet your personal golf trip advisor during your time in Scotland.
Talk to an expert
Speak to Halcyon founder Jack Sallis to discuss your Scotland golf tour
Popular destinations for golf trips to Scotland
Every golf vacation we deliver is customised. The destinations below are popular with many people visiting Scotland for a golf vacation.
Ayrshire & West Coast
East Lothian
Highlands & Northeast
What to expect from Scotland golf tour?
Scotland boasts 20% of the worlds top 20 courses, but what's more impressive is the variety of tracks here. Your golf trip to Scotland is likely to include golf courses with over 200 years of history, as well as courses no older than your putter.!...
This provides a great mix of architectural style and different challenges depending on where you play. The Old Course is a prime example of complex, old-fashioned architecture. Its unique bunkers and masterful, enormous green complexes make it more of a puzzle than a golf course. New courses such as Dumbarnie and Castle Stuart have benefited from modern technology to mould the land. Designers have been able to capitalize on the beautiful sea views and impressive ground undulation to create some of the most enjoyable golf courses in the world. The home of golf is the gift that keeps on giving.
The best links golf courses in Scotland are conveniently located in regional clusters, which are outlined above. We recommend visiting two of these clusters for a 7-day golf trip to Scotland. If you’re feeling adventurous, we can carefully plan you a golf tour of Scotland to see the best of Scottish golf in one trip.
We understand that every customer is looking for a different Scottish golf experience and luckily Scotland has something for everyone. You can be escorted by a private driver or pilot on your luxury golf vacation to Scotland. Stay in 5* resorts such as Trump Turnberry and eat at Michelin star restaurants. On the other end of the spectrum you can explore for yourself with a self drive option. Stay in tried and tested bed and breakfasts, play some hidden gems and share a pint with a local.
As well as guaranteed tee times at the best courses in the world such as Royal Dornoch and North Berwick, we can plan cultural experiences for you as well. Visit a distillery to see how the local single malt whisky is made, or enjoy a private tasting from one of the rarest whisky collections in the world. Step back in time and visit one of the hundreds of castles that remain in Scotland. Immerse yourself with locals at one of The Highland Games, or visit The Edinburgh Fringe festival, one of the biggest celebrations of art in the world.
Why arrange a golf trip to Scotland?
Golf was first documented in 1457 in Scotland and since then over 500 golf courses have been built in the country. So whether its old school, quirky links courses such as Royal Dornoch, St Andrews and North Berwick, or perfectly manicured inland courses such as Gleneagles and Loch Lomond, there’s a golf experience for everyone in Scotland. Take advantage of a Halcyon Golf Travel director to help suggest the best courses to play in Scotland based on your interests, ability and budget.
Frequently asked questions about golf vacations in Scotland
If budget isn’t an issue, having a driver guide for the duration of your golf trip to Scotland is the best option. This gives you the freedom to explore with a local to show you the sights, and no need to worry about drink driving. Self drive vehicles are a budget friendly alternative that still provides freedom to explore. If you don’t fancy driving on the left side of the road, then pre-booked daily transfers are the next best budget friendly alternative. For the ultimate luxury golf tour of Scotland, we can arrange helicopter transfers between golf courses.
The best time of year for Scotland golf vacations is from May to September. These are the warmest months with the best playing conditions. Although slightly cooler, April and October provide perfectly fine playing conditions and are quieter months to visit. If you don’t mind the cold, links golf courses are perfect for winter as the ground drains so well, meaning you can play year round. One thing to remember is the weather in Scotland can be unpredictable, so always bring your waterproofs.
Yes. We can make your extra luxurious with helicopter transfers, fine dining and the best hotel suites in Scotland. As well as luxury golf trips, we cater for groups with varying budgets and requirements. All golf trips are custom made with you in mind. Book a free consultation with a golf travel expert to explore your dream golf vacation today.
Our custom golf trips start from £3000 per person for a 7 night trip, going up to £10,000+ per week. This would include accommodation, breakfast, green fees and travel arrangements within Scotland. Remember all of our golf trips are bespoke, so we can work with you to create a dream golf trip within your budget.
Yes. One of the benefits of booking with Halcyon Golf Travel is getting a passionate, local golfer to take care of you whilst in Scotland. Whether its recommending the best local pub or sharing advice on how to tackle a links golf course, a host will add value to your golf tour. Even if you don’t opt for a hosted golf tour, a meet and greet with a Halcyon director is standard with all of our golf vacations.
This is a question with very subjective answers, so it depends on who you ask. This is our founder and managing director Jack Sallis’ top 10 golf courses in Scotland.
- Royal Dornoch (Championship)
- Trump Turnberry (Ailsa)
- North Berwick (West Links)
- Muirfield
- Carnoustie
- St Andrews, The Old Course
- Castle Stuart
- Loch Lomond
- Kingsbarns
- Western Gailes
Scotland golf vacations: the fun bits in-between.
The reason you visit Scotland is for the world class golf, but memories are made both on and off the golf course. We know what you get up to off the course will depend completely on your own personality and who you’re travelling with. An itinerary for a couples trip is going to be different to a guys trip, which will be different to a trip with your dad! Halcyon Golf Travel will help you plan a golf trip to Scotland with your specific requirements in mind, both on and off the course.
Activities for a guys golf vacation to Scotland
Witness how single malt whisky is distilled Visit a local brewery such as Bellhaven to see how the local beer is made . Fish one of the biggest salmon runs in the world Enjoy a customised, tutored tasting from one of Scotlands most lucrative private whisky collections.
Activities for couples golf trips to Scotland
Relax in the Kohler Spa at The Old Course Hotel. Take in the sights of Balmoral Castle, owned by King Charles. Ride the Jacobite Express over the Glenfinnan Viaduct, the most scenic train journey in the world. Visit the great museums and galleries of Edinburgh before indulging in some retail therapy. Tour the best eateries in St Andrews, sampling the finest local produce.