Trip Highlights
- Old Course at St Andrews, ranked among the World's Top 100 Courses
- New Course at St Andrews, ranked among the World's Top 100 Courses
- Kingsbarns, ranked among the World's Top 100 Courses
- Muirfield, ranked among the World's Top 100 Courses
- Carnoustie, ranked among the World's Top 100 Courses
- North Berwick, ranked among the World's Top 100 Courses
- Fairmont St Andrews, 5-star lodging
- Marine North Berwick, 5-star lodging
Itinerary
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Day 1
This evening depart the United States.
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Day 2 North Berwick
On arrival at the Glasgow Airport you will be met by PerryGolf personnel who will assist you with your luggage and transfer to your transportation.
Your preferred arrival & departure airport options are dependent on your personal preferences. The closest airport to your first hotel/golf course is listed first. Some airports have direct transatlantic flights from US cities while others only offer service with connections through European hub cities. Our air department is available to talk through your air travel options.Play today at North Berwick . Like St Andrews, this links starts and finishes in town. Golf was played in the area since at least 1672 but the club was formed in 1832 making it the thirteenth oldest in the game. It came to be in the same way as so many of the early clubs -- in stages. First it was a 6-hole layout, then a 7, then a 10 which included the famous Redan hole, then in 1877 a full 18. A renovation lengthened the course in 1895 then again in 1932. The course is a delight for many reasons not the least of which is how you are challenged by stonewalls, deep bunkers, the usual humps, hollows and burns without having to fight brutal rough. The course is normally set up to play in around 3 hours so the rough is kept playable.
North Berwick Golf Club, Scotland by LINKS Magazine
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Marine North Berwick - Marine King/Twin Room
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Day 3 Muirfield
Golf today on Muirfield, 18 holes , home to The Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers, is among the most treasured in the game. Formed in 1744, is the world’s oldest documented golf club. It is where the original Rules of Golf were written. It has hosted The Open on more than a dozen occasions. Old Tom Morris redesigned it in 1891 as a 16-hole layout followed by the addition of two more holes several months later. In 1928, Harry S. Colt and Tim Simpson made alterations that are credited with making this the masterpiece is it today. Most courses of the day were routed nine holes out and nine back. Not Muirfield. Its outward nine runs clockwise around the perimeter of the property while the inward nine runs counter-clockwise inside the outward. This utterly unique layout produces play into constantly changing wind conditions.
The Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers, Scotland by LINKS Magazine
Marine North Berwick - Marine King/Twin Room
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Day 4 Carnoustie
Today play Carnoustie . The first record of golf played on this links land dates to 1527. In 1842, a 10-hole course was designed by Alan Robertson followed by an 18-hole course by Old Tom Morris in 1857. James Braid extended the layout in 1926 which is essentially the links found today. While it is relatively flat, Carnoustie is exposed to the elements. A combination of length and accuracy are required as golfers face narrow corridors from the tee while approach shots demand precision to greens heavily guarded by steep bunkers and burns. Arguably the toughest finishing holes in championship golf are found here highlighted by the par-4, 476 yard 14th and the 245 yard par-3 16th. Ben Hogan won The 82nd Open at Carnoustie in 1953. Tom Watson and Gary Player also hoisted the Claret Jug here as has Padraig Harrington and mostly recently Francesco Molinari in 2018.
Click here for the golf course IMAGE GALLERYFairmont St Andrews - Fairmont Room
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Day 5 St Andrews - New Course
Golf today on the New Course of St Andrews . Several holes at the oldest ‘new’ course in the world – the New Course opened in 1895 – have been carved through punitive gorse, so accurate tee shots are required. Set beside and in contrast to the Old Course, this Old Tom Morris design includes undulating fairways and puts on display a fine test of links golf. The 17th can be a make-or-break par-3 coming home. It measures 229 yards from the back tees, forcing golfers to combine power and precision to find the green in regulation. The New is highly regarded among the locals because it is tighter and more defined than the Old.
Click here for the golf course IMAGE GALLERYFairmont St Andrews - Fairmont Room
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Day 6 St Andrews - Old Course
Today challenge the Old Course of St Andrews , the ''Home of Golf''. The Old Course has played host to the greatest golfers and produced many of golf's most dramatic moments. Wide double fairways, seven extensive double greens, and a multitude of intimidating bunkers are just some of the unique features you will encounter. Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods each hoisted the Claret Jug here on two occasions. In 1927, Bobby Jones claimed The 62nd Open six years after taking four strokes to escape the Hill Bunker at the 11th and tearing up his scorecard! No. 17, the “Road Hole”, is always an adventure as is negotiating the Valley of Sin at the short par-4 18th.
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Learn how to play the famed 17th hole on the Old Course with Colin Dalgleish of PerryGolf click here.Fairmont St Andrews - Fairmont Room
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Day 7 Kingsbarns
Today play Kingsbarns . Golf dates to a nine-hole layout here in 1793. It was commandeered by the military during the Second World War not to reappear until Kyle Phillips took an interest in the late 1990s. His design ushered in the era of “modern classics” when it opened in 2000 looking like it had been there for years. The terrain is links style perfection with tumbling fairways and sandy soil that produce the fine-bladed fescues which are the cornerstone of fast-and-firm playing surfaces that characterise links golf. The fairways are spacious, the greens are large, exceptional views of the North Sea are found on every hole.
Click here for the golf course IMAGE GALLERYFairmont St Andrews - Fairmont Room
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Day 8
Depart the United Kingdom from Edinburgh Airport.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Golf Courses
North Berwick, North Berwick
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Muirfield, Gullane
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Carnoustie, Carnoustie
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St Andrews - New Course, Scotland
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St Andrews - Old Course, Scotland
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Kingsbarns, Fife
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Marine North Berwick, North Berwick
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Fairmont St Andrews, St Andrews
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Fairmont St Andrews, St Andrews
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Fairmont St Andrews, St Andrews
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Self Drive - Mercedes Vito automatic (4 persons)
SELF DRIVE BASIS - THE FOLLOWING RENTAL VEHICLE IS INCLUDED IN YOUR TOUR COSTING
Arnold Clark: Mercedes Vito 9 seater Automatic transmission or similar. Includes Unlimited Mileage, Damage Liability Waiver with Zero Excess Waiver, Sat Nav and Road Fund Tax.
(Please note evening collections and early morning drop off may be subject to additional charges, dependent on airport locations and final requirements).
Transportation upgrade options (VIP Coach with Concierge Driver) may be available. Please contact a Golf Travel Expert to discuss your options. This quote is based on a self-drive tour with rental vehicle.
Inclusions
- Accommodation in hotels listed with room category as detailed in the itinerary. All prices based on double occupancy (sharing rooms) unless otherwise noted.
- Breakfast daily.
- Green fees for all rounds as listed in the itinerary.
- Ground transportation throughout as detailed in the itinerary.
- Assistance of PerryGolf's local office at your destination.
- Local taxes.
Important Information
Caddies: If you request caddies on your Reservation form, PerryGolf will make a request for caddies to each club in advance of your visit. PerryGolf enjoys a fine relationship with many golf clubs, and while each Club will do all they can to provide caddies, they cannot be guaranteed. Caddies are not employed by the clubs themselves or by PerryGolf. If you have requested a Caddie on your Reservation Form and the golf club subsequently provides a caddie or bag carrier you are required to make full payment for their services.
Pricing
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Frequently Asked Questions
To help you decide, we've compiled answers to common questions about our Custom Tours. Curious about itineraries, accommodations, or logistics? Our FAQs cover it all. For personalized advice, our Golf Travel Experts are ready to assist.
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How far in advance should I book a trip to ensure best availability?
Our best advice is to decide on your preferred trip and confirm the dates as soon as possible, for everything is a component of availability. If you are traveling during high season, the golf courses can have significant demand and sooner we are able to submit your groups request for tee times and similarly to the hotels, the likelihood of securing your exact, preferred schedule is enhanced.
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What is the optimum size of a group?
Every group has different dynamics but we believe that groups of 8 travelers are more preferred, for two reasons; (1) a group of 8 people remains small enough that everyone can interact with each other easily and (2) in terms of access to golf tee times and hotel arrangements we have found this size of group to be the easiest to accommodate. Of course, we are delighted to assist with groups of 2 to 150 travelers.
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When is the best time to travel?
It varies by destination. High season (for golf) is as follows;
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Scotland, Ireland, England, Wales, France & Italy
April – October.
During the summer season you will enjoy the best possible chance of good weather. However Britain does experience changeable, unpredictable weather year round and it is therefore best to anticipate.
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New Zealand & Australia
September – April
Peak season is December - February/March
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Spain, Portugal & South Africa
January - December
South Africa is attractive all year round. Many prefer to visit from October - March. The summer months in the south of Spain and Portugal can be very hot and the condition of the courses deteriorates. Therefore the peak seasons in Spain and Portugal would be April – June & September – November.
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Scotland, Ireland, England, Wales, France & Italy
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What forms of payment do you accept?
Checks, MasterCard, VISA or wire transfer/ACH
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Do I need travel insurance?
We strongly suggest and offer an attractive travel protection program. This information is described on the reservations forms.
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When will I receive final travel information?
We ordinarily distribute final travel information 21 days in advance of departure. This includes all hotel contact details for your trip along with other pertinent information.
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Can I ship my golf clubs ahead of me to my destination?
If you would prefer to send your golf clubs, and indeed any luggage in advance to your destination to avoid checked baggage hassles, PerryGolf is pleased to recommend Luggage Forward, the leading provider of doorstep to destination luggage delivery to over 200 countries worldwide. Upon your return, Luggage Forward can have your baggage picked up at your hotel, golf course or cruise port and delivered back home (or can send your clubs back if you are staying on to travel but the golfing portion of your trip is done).
As a client of PerryGolf you are entitled to a 10% discount on any Luggage Forward delivery. For price quotes or to book a delivery, visit www.luggageforward.com/perrygolf. To speak with a Forwarding Specialist, please call 866.416.7447 and remember to reference promo code PERRYGOLF when booking over the phone. Luggage Forward recommends booking at least a couple weeks prior to your trip to ensure you receive all available service options.
Please note: In order to complete an international delivery, you will need to provide travel documents as required by customs.
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Can you assist with dinner suggestions?
PerryGolf provides a dining guide with the information you receive in your Final Travel Documents prior to travel.
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