Trip Highlights
- Visit England & Scotland
- Play 6 Open courses
- Play the iconic Old Course, St Andrews
- Stay in the Old Course Hotel
- Visit Liverpool the home The Beatles
- Visit Culzean Castle, Dumfries House & Glamis Castle
Itinerary
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Sun, May 17Arrive Liverpool, England
Arrive Manchester Airport. Met on arrival where you will be transferred to relax at your hotel, Hope St, Liverpool.
This evening attend our Welcome Party & Dinner at the stunning Hope Street Hotel. This evening enjoy dinner in the Old Bookroom within the hotel at 7:00pm. Floor to ceiling windows, original brickwork and iron columns create an elegant, intimate atmosphere where you can enjoy our group dinner.
Hope Street, Liverpool – Studio Room
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Mon, May 18Liverpool Royal Birkdale
Today we play Royal Birkdale* home to the 154th Open in 2026. Since the last Open in 2017 won so dramatically by Jordan Spieth there has been significant changes to the courses with redesign to 3 of the holes and a brand-new par 3 15th. Renowned by many as the finest course on the current Open Rota, this stunning venue on the Northwest coast of England and host to the Open on 10 occasions delivers an incredible start to our tour.
*Please note playing the course with the grandstands in place ahead of the Open is a great experience. There are likely to be small measures in place to protect the course ahead of the championship, usually protection to certain fairway landing areas, where you may be required to play from a small astroturf mat or to remove your ball from the area. These decisions are taken by the R&A, subject to course conditioning at the start of 2026, and are out of our control. Any measures implemented are likely to have little negative impact on the overall enjoyment of playing the course prior to the tournament.
Non-Golfers enjoy a visit to the lively and cosmopolitan city of Liverpool. Visit the Albert Dock, Britain's most popular heritage attraction, which has something for everyone, interesting shops, and gift carts, together with top class attractions such as the Beatles Story, Merseyside Maritime Museum, and the Tate Gallery. The city also boasts some amazing architecture from the Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral to the Liver Building and Liverpool Cathedral. The World Museum also has thousands of exhibits with one of the finest collections of ancient Egyptian artefacts.
Hope Street, Liverpool – Studio Room
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Tues, May 19Liverpool Royal Liverpool (Hoylake)
Today play Royal Liverpool (Hoylake) host of the 152nd Open in 2023, won in stunning style by American left hander Brian Harman with one of the finest putting performances in recent history. Royal Liverpool is among the toughest and most demanding of the great seaside championship links of Britain. Hoylake, as it is more commonly known, lies at the very heart of the history and development of golf in Britain. It also features the longest Par 5 on the Open Rota (18th) at 616 yards.
Non-Golfers enjoy a visit to the ancient city of Chester, one of the finest heritage cities in the world, with the most complete city walls and largest Roman Amphitheatre in Britain as well as thousand-year-old cathedral. Explore the exciting history of Chester walking through the unique half-timbered galleried streets and enjoy the splendor of the black and white buildings.
Hope Street, Liverpool – Studio Room
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Wed, May 20Ayrshire
Departing Liverpool this morning after breakfast we start our journey to the stunning Trump Turnberry Resort on the Southwest coast of Scotland.
Traveling through the breathtaking Lake District we will enjoy stunning views of England’s largest National Park featuring its largest mountain, Scaffel Pike and its deepest lake Wastwater.
Here we will stop for lunch on the banks of Lake Windermere before continuing onto Turnberry.
Upon arrival at Turnberry, the remainder of the day will be at your leisure, allowing time to relax, settle into your new surroundings and make use of the facilities.
Created in grand style in the early years of the 20th century, Trump Turnberry Scotland is one of Scotland's national treasures. Superbly situated on the Ayrshire Coast, with striking views across the Irish Sea, Trump Turnberry offers world class facilities including the iconic Ailsa Championship Golf Course.
Dinner this evening in Turnberry Hotel (tour inclusion)
Trump Turnberry Hotel - Deluxe Non-Ocean View Room
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Thurs, May 21Ayrshire Royal Troon - Old Course
Today play at Royal Troon – Old Course. Consistently praised for its testing but fair set up. Featuring for the shortest hole in Open Championship, the 8th “The Postage Stamp” Royal Troon is classic “out and in” links layout., The inward nine is considered the most difficult side in the Open rota. The “Iceman “Henrik Stenson out-dueled Phil Mickelson in an epic battle at the 145th Open Championship in 2016 which was viewed by many as the finest head to head battle on a finals day play since the Dual in the Sun in 1977 at Turnberry featuring Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson. Host to 152nd Open in 2024 we’re sure a new champion will etch more rich memories into the fine history of this special course.
Non-golfers will enjoy a visit to Culzean Castle & Country Park. Converted by Robert Adam to include a ‘Roman’ viaduct and Ruined Arch to add drama to this Italianate castle in its spectacular cliff top setting. It offers a fine collection of paintings and furniture. The Circular Saloon has a superb panoramic view over the Firth of Clyde and the beautiful Oval Staircase is Robert Adam’s final masterpiece of interior design. In 1945 the top floor was given to General Eisenhower as a token of Scotland’s recognition of his role during World War II.
Following lunch an optional visit to the world-renowned Whisky Specialists AD. Rattrays is available.
Trump Turnberry Hotel - Deluxe Non-Ocean View Room
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Fri, May 22Ayrshire Trump Turnberry – Ailsa Course
Today play at Trump Turnberry – Ailsa Course. The course underwent a significant renovation and opened as a new layout in June 2016. The course now makes the most of the coastal scenery passing the famous landmark lighthouse at the turn, which is now a stunning halfway house. With Arran and Ailsa Craig as a stunning backdrop, it is truly one of the finest golfing destinations in the world. This is a demanding links course, and an ever-present wind will make for a tough examination of your golfing skills. In 2009 the Ailsa Course hosted the 138th Open when golfing legend Tom Watson lost out to Stewart Cink in a playoff for the Claret Jug.
Non-Golfers enjoy a visit to Dumfries House, one of Britain’s most beautiful stately homes and best kept heritage secrets. Saved by the intervention of HRH the Prince of Wales in 2007, Dumfries House combines the architecture of Robert Adam with the furniture of Thomas Chippendale and leading 18th century Scottish cabinet makers. On the return journey we will take in the scenic beauty of the Heads of Ayr and the ruins of 13th century Dunure Castle built for John de Kennedy.
Trump Turnberry Hotel - Deluxe Non-Ocean View Room
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Sat, May 23St Andrews
Departing Turnberry this morning after breakfast we make our way to St Andrews, known worldwide as The Home of Golf, also boasts Scotland's oldest university. The Royal and Ancient Golf Club first met here in the spiritual home of golf in 1754, though golf was first played here as early as the 15th century.
St Andrews University, founded in 1410, dominates the center of town. The elegant, ivy-clad buildings and delightful quadrangles and gardens have seen a procession of famous graduates such as Prince William. One of the top universities in Britain, St Andrews is often compared to Oxford and Cambridge for its defining presence and the collegiate feel it gives to the town. The Medieval center of St Andrews consists of a series of narrow alleys and cobbled streets packed with shops, restaurants, and cafés.
On arrival in St.Andrews, we enjoy lunch before check in. This afternoon an optional walking and orientation tour will be available to all guests.
Old Course Hotel – Champions Room
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Sun, May 24St Andrews Carnoustie
Today we play Carnoustie. The club has been in The Open Rota since 1931, hosting the event 8 times, most recently the 146th in 2018 won by Francesco Molinari. It is regarded as the most difficult course the game's greats face in golf's oldest championship hence the nickname “Carnastie!”. While the links is relatively flat it is exposed to the elements. A combination of length and accuracy are required as golfers face narrow corridors from the tee. Approach shots demand precision to the greens heavily guarded by steep bunkers and burns. Arguably the toughest finishing holes in championship golf, errant shots are severely penalized as Jean Van de Velde found to his cost in 1999.
Non-Golfers will enjoy a visit to Glamis Castle, childhood home of Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother, and birthplace of Princess Margaret. The family home of the Earls of Strathmore and Kinghorne, it has been a Royal residence since 1372 and is the legendary setting of Shakespeare's play Macbeth.
Old Course Hotel – Champions Room
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Mon, May 25St Andrews St Andrews - Old Course
Today it’s our absolute privilege to walk in the footsteps of giants and play the most famous golf course in the World – The Home of Golf, Old Course, St Andrews. Most recently the host of the 150th Open in 2022, In modern times the “Old Lady” has become less of a challenge to the world’s best but if you don’t listen to your caddie closely some of the most famous bunkers in the world will be ready to capture errant tee and approach shots! Can you repeat Tiger Woods heroics from 2000 when he avoided a bunker? He did it for all 4 days whilst romping to 8 shot victory with a then record score of 19 under par! We all dream about making that famous walk over the Swilken Bridge (stopping for the obligatory photo) across Granny Clarks Wynd and up onto the 18th green, what a way to finish our tour!
The seaside villages of Fife are some of the prettiest in Scotland. Beautiful beaches, historic harbors and ruined castles make for a charming coastal kingdom. and today we will embark on a tour of some of them.
We start our day in the ancient village of Pittenweem, which remains the busiest of the East Neuk fishing ports. Each morning the fish market bustles in the sheds of the harbour with a handful of local inns offering refreshment once the catch of the day has been sold.
Moving onto Anstruther, considered the capital of the East Neuk of Fife, a busy seaside settlement divided in two by the Dreel Burn, itself a source of fish for centuries.
The village of Crail lies 10 miles along the coastline from Anstruther. A walk along the coastal path passes the Caves of Caiplie. Cut by the sea, the series of caves was once a site of early Christian worship for monks and pilgrims. Crail is the furthest north of the East Neuk villages and was a major port from the 13th and 14th Centuries.
This evening attend our Farewell Party & Dinner in the iconic Old Course Hotel, St Andrews.
Old Course Hotel – Champions Room
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Tues, May 26Depart St Andrews, Scotland
After breakfast transfer to Edinburgh Airport for homeward flights.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Certain walking courses may allow golf cart usage with advance notice of an appropriate handicap certificate. Contact your Golf Travel Expert for details
Golf Courses
Royal Birkdale
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Royal Liverpool
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Royal Troon
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Carnoustie
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St Andrews - Old Course
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Trump Turnberry - Ailsa Course
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Hope Street Hotel, Liverpool
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Hope Street Hotel, Liverpool
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Hope Street Hotel, Liverpool
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Trump Turnberry, Girvan
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Trump Turnberry, Girvan
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Trump Turnberry, Girvan
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Trump Turnberry, Girvan
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Old Course Hotel, St Andrews
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Old Course Hotel, St Andrews
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Old Course Hotel, St Andrews
More informationGround Transportation
Your local ground transportation will be provided throughout by comfortable air conditioned motorcoaches ensuring a relaxing travel environment. Your PerryGolf Host will accompany you throughout the tour and be present at all social functions, taking care of the finer details. This way you can relax with complete confidence that the logistics of your vacation are in expert hands. Your PerryGolf Host will be accompanied by a local English speaking guide as appropriate to the schedule.
Non Golfers will typically have organized touring options on golf days and dependent on the final numbers, an additional driver/guide may be added as required.
Inclusions
- Thoughtfully selected accommodations in specified room category (as listed in Itinerary) based on double occupancy
- Full breakfast daily, light lunch on all golf days and other meals where indicated on Day-by-Day Itinerary
- Select beer, wine, spirits and soft drinks with included dinners/lunches
- Green fees and starting times for each round as indicated and shared use of golf cart and/or caddies where available (refer to Itinerary for cart & caddie availability by course)
- Transportation, handling and management of golf equipment
- All privately guided sightseeing tours and admission charges with local English-speaking guides where indicated on Day-by-Day Itinerary
- Full-time PerryGolf tour host
- All airport transfers and ground transportation
- All local taxes, service charges and gratuities on included items
Important Information
- Golf Handicap Limit: Our golf tours and cruises visit courses with varying challenges, requiring players to meet a certain standard. To ensure an enjoyable experience among like-minded golfers, we set maximum handicaps of 28 for men and 36 for women.
- Golf Courses: Course lineup may be subject to change if a club hosts a conflicting event or for other reasons. In such cases, PerryGolf will endeavor to arrange a comparable course and notify guests promptly.
Not Included
- Airfare to/from destination
- Travel protection
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FAQs
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What is PerryGolf’s Small Group Tour background?
We have operated small group tours since 1984, principally for small groups of friends on a customized basis. The small group tours we now offer are slightly different in that individuals who do not know each other can sign up for the trip and be part of a larger group. The service and delivery principle are the same however. We strive to excel and deliver memorable golf and travel experiences as we have done for thousands of clients since 1984.
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Tell me more about Small Group Tour experience.
If you enjoy combining your love of golf with a passion for travel, you’ll find a relaxing and highly rewarding experience on this Small Group Tour for a party of 24 - 30. Every aspect is fully managed from the handling of your luggage and equipment to hotel and golf course check ins. Various meals, guided sightseeing, carts / caddies, local taxes, service charges and gratuities (excluding caddies) are included in addition to sandwiches, snacks plus an open bar for beer and wine during our time at each of the golf courses. Best of all, this PerryGolf vacation promises an ideal opportunity to join a group of fun, like-minded new friends.
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Where do the Small Group Tours operate?
Our portfolio of Small Group Tours is assembled on an annual basis. Most will feature countries we offer for Custom Tours including Scotland, Spain, Italy, France, New Zealand, Australia and South Africa but we also enjoy taking the opportunity to visit exceptional golf and lifestyle destinations people don’t always think of such as South American and Southeast Asia. Check Small Group Tours for our current portfolio.
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Should I take out travel insurance?
PerryGolf strongly recommends that you have luggage, accident and trip cancellation insurance. It is important for your own self-interest and protection that you make certain you have adequate coverage. Full details of the Travel Insurance that PerryGolf can make available to you is available here.
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What format do the Small Group Tours follow?
Our Small Group Tours are a fully managed all-inclusive experience, delivered in a way that ensures exceptional guest satisfaction. All arrangements and logistics are managed in advance and onsite by PerryGolf. Beyond golf, guests are free to explore on their own arrangements. The ethos of the escorted tour program is to create a turnkey environment for travelers to relax and enjoy every aspect of the tour, without concerning themselves with the details. The program creates a stress-free environment, allowing guests to relax and enjoy their chosen destination and the opportunity of playing some of the world’s finest and most memorable golfing venues…to do so in the company of existing or likeminded new-found friends.
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What is included in the price of the Escorted Tour?
Our Small Group Tours are as all-inclusive as it is possible to be while providing each traveler the flexibility to create their own experiences. All accommodations, breakfasts, welcome & farewell cocktails & dinner, (often multiple dinner), all transportation and gratuities are included. At the golf courses, all greens fees, cart fees (or caddies at certain venues – excludes caddie gratuity), range balls, lunches, open bar at respective clubhouses and gratuities are included.
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What is a typical Small Group Tour group size?
The typical group size is approximately 24 golfers, with on average a further 10 non-golfing spouses. Some guests join our Small Group Tours as relatively self-contained groups, e.g. 2 or 4 couples who know each other, and they will have their own golfing partners already arranged. Other guests travel as individual couples or single travelers and are seeking to meet and play golf with other guests. We will arrange golf pairings for these guests and through this a great many friendship are born. Non-golfing spouses are also perfectly catered for with a range of sightseeing opportunities available.
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What is a typical golf day?
Transfers from your hotel to golf courses are coordinated ample time to arrive, hit balls and have lunch (if time appropriate). Similarly, after golf, there is time scheduled for drinks before returning to your hotel. Additional activities are scheduled on escorted trips and clearly listed on each day’s schedule.
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Tell me more about Small Group Tour experience.
If you enjoy combining your love of golf with a passion for travel, you’ll find a relaxing and highly rewarding experience on this Small Group Tour for a party of 24 - 30. Every aspect is fully managed from the handling of your luggage and equipment to hotel and golf course check ins. Various meals, guided sightseeing, carts / caddies, local taxes, service charges and gratuities (excluding caddies) are included in addition to sandwiches, snacks plus an open bar for beer and wine during our time at each of the golf courses. Best of all, this PerryGolf vacation promises an ideal opportunity to join a group of fun, like-minded new friends.
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Are internal flights included?
Yes. When a tour requires an internal flight in the middle of an Escorted Tour, PerryGolf will include the cost of an economy ticket in the package cost (excluding Small Group Tours to South Africa). We will also include your carriage of golf equipment where relevant and a suitable luggage allowance. Guests are responsible for their own arrival/departure international flight arrangements which our Air Services staff can assist you with at 800.344.5257 or Air@PerryGolf.com.
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What is the expected dress code?
Depending on the destination, smart golfing attire is expected, bermuda shorts and collared shirts never go out of style. Shorts are welcome and typical on the golf course. Indeed, dress codes as would apply in North America apply on golf courses around the world. In the evening shorts or long pants are acceptable with golf/casual shirt. There is no requirement at any stage for a coat and/or tie.
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Are gratuities included?
All local taxes plus service charges and gratuities are included for all included items such as guides, baggage handling, golf service personnel etc. The only gratuity which is not included is the gratuity to your caddie. This is because we consider it to be a more one to one personal matter which is as much about personal recognition as it is about the actual remuneration. A gratuity of $15-$20 per caddie per round is appropriate.
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How much free time will we have?
For guests who are golfing and sightseeing, it is a fairly full schedule, with the majority of guests wishing to see and do as much as they can in what may be a once in a lifetime trip. We do however build in some “downtime” to allow guests to simply relax and enjoy the outstanding facilities at our various hotels.
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What level of fitness & mobility is required?
Aspects of PerryGolf trips may require a certain level of fitness and mobility in order for a guest to participate fully. Activities may include walking over uneven or rough surfaces, stepping on/off buses, walking up/down stairways where elevators do not exist, stepping in/out of tender boats or occasionally smaller boats, this list is intended as representative but is not exhaustive. If a guest has any concerns over their fitness or mobility levels they should discuss this in advance of any trip with a PerryGolf golf travel specialist and they will provide further information with regard to the activities that you are concerned about, but in general, PerryGolf activities are not designed or intended to be overly strenuous.
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If I am not golfing, are there additional sightseeing activities on “golf” days?
On most of days when golf is scheduled, there will be additional sightseeing / touring activities for the non-golfing guests. See the schedule for details.
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Can I ship my golf clubs ahead of me to my destination?
Yes you can send your golf clubs, and indeed any luggage in advance to your destination to avoid checked baggage hassles. For more information click here.
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Can PerryGolf assist with my air travel arrangements?
PerryGolf can provide comprehensive assistance with your air travel arrangements for your PerryGolf trip. We enjoy attractive premium cabin fares with our Preferred Carriers who serve our destinations. These fares are bundled with our land arrangements. For more information click here.
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What are the key services PerryGolf provides?
PerryGolf is luxury golf tour operator with a unique portfolio of worldwide travel experience and is uniquely qualified to arrange every aspect of a luxurious, international golf vacation. Learn more here.
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Are there testimonials from past travelers?
We have lots of testimonials from our gracious clients - too many to show them all. But you can view some here.
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Are there more photos from past trips?
You can view photo albums from various destinations from some of our past trips here.
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Can I get laundry done on the tour?
Generally, yes, as most hotel stays are at least three days. Please confirm with your Golf Travel Expert to plan accordingly.
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Do you have any booking tips?
Simply we encourage guests to book as far in advance as possible as soon as program launches …. to ensure your spot. Often programs can sell out quite quickly as they are limited in the number of participants.
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Who should I contact for further assistance or to book a PerryGolf Escorted Tour?
Enquiries should be directed to our dedicated team of Golf Travel Experts at Expert@PerryGolf.com or 800.344.5257 option 3. Our experts are all golfers who understand the needs of golfers. They know the venues and all the details of the programs. They are ideally placed to provide the best assistance and guidance.
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