Trip Highlights
- 5-star accommodation for 14 nights including 4 on safari
- Fancourt - The Links, the #1 course in South Africa
- Kruger Safari, Cape Town, the Winelands & Garden Route
- Optional pre & post tour extensions available to Victoria Falls and Botswana
Itinerary
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Thurs, Jan 15Arrive George, South Africa
Arrive in South Africa today where our VIP staff at Cape Town or Johannesburg Airports will assist you to your flight connection to George Airport in the Southern Cape.
Flights to George are not included. See pricing information for more detail on the internal flights that are booked as part of the schedule.
In George you will be met and driven to the Fancourt Estate, just 8 minutes from the airport. Depending on your arrival time, you could add a round of golf, get your swing grooved at the Fancourt Academy or book a spa treatment at the hotel. Welcome cocktails and dinner are included this evening, giving you an opportunity to meet your fellow travellers.
Fancourt Hotel – One Bedroom Suite
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Fri, Jan 16George Fancourt - The Montagu
Today play Fancourt - The Montagu. Designed by Gary Player and remodeled in 2004 by David McKlay-Kidd (Bandon Dunes), the Montagu is South Africa's best parkland golf course. With the highest levels of conditioning and true championship layout, The Montagu at Fancourt sets the standards by which all other courses in South Africa are measured.
Non-golfers have their own private guide and vehicle on golfing days. In each region, the guide will plan a full day of activities covering the best points of interest. Special interests of the group will also be taken into consideration giving the most personalized experience possible. There are 3 full days of touring planned on the Garden Route.
The Garden Route and Little Karoo's natural assets will have you question ever wanting to leave this idyllic spot! The Garden Route and Little Karoo spans from Witsands whale birthing haven in the West to Plettenberg Bays beach, polo and party-going pleasures in the East. Then there’s the arid geological basin along the interior, wedged between the fynbos-rich Heidelberg in the west and Uniondales eastern sheep farming and rock art treasures. It's all about an abundance of blue skies, white sand beaches, rolling oceans, mountain scenery, indigenous fynbos, ostrich antics and local hospitality. A place where you can travel along routes where you are often alone on the open road or make for the malls and beaches Golden vineyards, sun-drenched orchards, pin-drop-silent forests, sweeping lakes and birds eye view passes add to the mix.
Fancourt Hotel – One Bedroom Suite
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Sat, Jan 17George Fancourt - The Links
Today play Fancourt - The Links. Ranked #1 in South Africa. Created from a previously flat piece of land, over 700 000 cubic metres of earth was moved in transforming it into a typical Links style. The course presents undulating windswept terrain and dune-style landscape and is the only such course in South Africa. Every hole has received detailed attention to ensure that the overall balance in terms of length, position of hazards and shot values are in harmony. As a result, The Links presents a stern test in all weather conditions. This is a walking course with caddies. Host course of the 2003 Presidents Cup, 2005 Women's World Cup and 2006 South African Open. Carts are only available with a medical note and must stay on the cart paths at all times.
Today tour the Klein Karoo region inland from George, taking in the town of Oudshoorn, the Ostrich farms, Cango Wildlife Ranch & the Cango Caves. 29km from Oudshoorn, at the head of the picturesque Cango Valley, lies the spectacular underground wonder of the Klein Karoo - the Cango Caves. Situated in a limestone ridge parallel to the Swartberg Mountains, you will find the finest dripstone caverns in Africa, with vast halls and towering formations. Lost in absolute darkness, a deep stillness, a constant temperature and high humidity, it is a world with its own unique scenery of calcite masterpieces formed by gently dripping water. The tour includes a few natural chambers and takes one (standard) or one-and-a-half hours (adventure) to explore.
An evening South African BBQ is included at Fancourt this evening.
Fancourt Hotel – One Bedroom Suite
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Sun, Jan 18George Pinnacle Point
Today play Pinnacle Point. Magnificently perched atop staggering cliffs, this windswept course three hours east of Cape Town and a half hour south of George marks a major addition to South Africa’s already world-class golf scene. Six of the holes play across deep chasms to greens that seem to float in the Indian Ocean. The yawning ravines and distant horizons can make 150-yard shots look like twice that length. On the par-four eighth, tee and green sit on opposing bluffs; big hitters can attempt an all-or-nothing carry with the hope of having an easy wedge in or play it safe by bailing out left and facing a much longer approach. (Cart fee included).
Head down to Pinnacle Point with the golfers where you have the opportunity to explore the cave complex underneath this clifftop golf course. This guided tour of The Pinnacle Point Caves in Mossel Bay have revealed the world’s earliest evidence of man’s modern behaviour dating back 164 000 years ago. Discoveries in the system of 15 or more caves has been described as a huge step for mankind going back in history, as it was previously believed man’s complex thinking and behaviour dated back to 40 000 years ago in Eurasia. Findings from the caves have been featured in the prestigious Science and Nature journals, and it is now one of the most well-funded archaeological sites in the world. After lunch in the club you will have a chance to tour some local museums before returning to Fancourt.
Fancourt Hotel – One Bedroom Suite
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Mon, Jan 19Cape Town
Fly from George to Cape Town. (flight times to be confirmed) This is a 50-minute flight and your main luggage will have been moved by road earlier in the day.
There is a 35-min drive from the airport to the town of Stellenbosch, where you will have time to explore this historical town.
Dinner this evening is included in The Governor's Hall at The Lanzerac Estate.
Lanzerac Hotel – Luxury Room
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Tues, Jan 20Cape Town
Golfers may wish to limit the wine touring and add golf at another local course.
SIGHTSEEING INCLUSION: Full day wine touring in the Cape Winelands. Exact touring routes will be decided by the guide based on the specific interests in the group and the hotel starting point. Regular Tour Highlights include: Cellar tour * Wine Tasting (at least 2 wineries) * Stellenbosch, town of oaks * Boschendal historic manor house * Franschhoek Valley * Paarl.
A lunch stop will be made enroute and is included in the cost.
Lanzerac Hotel – Luxury Room
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Wed, Jan 21Cape Town Pearl Valley
Play today at Pearl Valley. Set in the famous Franschhoek Wine region, this new Jack Nicklaus Signature Course is a treat to play. Pearl Valley is probably in the top conditioned course in South Africa. As with many Nicklaus courses, water on the right with plenty of sand, will keep the golfers mind off the wide landing areas provided. Also a new development, the course and it's geographical location allow for guests to enjoy a day outing in the Winelands with high quality golf to compliment the food and wine. A second course, 'Bears Best' will be built shortly on the same property. (Cart fee included).
Explore the Winelands in more depth, visiting outlying towns, art galleries and boutique wineries.
The drive from the Winelands to Cape Town is 1 hour. You will have the evening free to explore your new base in the Cape Town Waterfont.The Waterfront - Situated between Robben Island and Table Mountain in the heart of Cape Town's working harbour, the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront has become South Africa's most visited destination. Set against a backdrop of magnificent sea and mountain views, exciting shopping and entertainment venues are intermingled with imaginative office locations, world-class hotels and luxury apartments in the residential marina.
Cape Grace Hotel – Marina Table Mountain Room
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Thurs, Jan 22Cape Town
Historic Cape Town & Table Mountain. Depart the city for the Lower Cableway Station to board the revolving cable car for a 5-minute ride to the top of Table Mountain. 1036 meters above sea level, it affords bird’s-eye views of both city and Peninsula as you walk its summit (weather permitting). Return to the city via the old Cape Malay Quarter, for a walk through the Company Gardens, the fresh produce gardens for ships and locals from the mid 17th Century and today, home to the SA Museum, Cultural History Museum, Houses of Parliament, National Gallery and St George’s Cathedral. Stroll through the city to Greenmarket Square to browse African mementos at its bustling market stalls.
Explore other areas of personal interest such as art galleries, restaurants or enjoy added R&R time in Camps Bay or on the beach at Clifton. Your guide will discuss finer items directly with you.Cape Grace Hotel – Marina Table Mountain Room
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Fri, Jan 23Cape Town Steenberg
Play today at Steenberg. An 18 hole championship course designed by Peter Matkovich; a backdrop of vineyards, gardens, forests and mountains provides the setting for this beautiful exclusive course. The course is always in excellent condition with bent grass greens and lush fairways. Steenberg offers you the opportunity of excellent golf within the historic setting of one of the Cape's oldest wine farms. Dating back to 1682 the vineyards have been replanted and 140 acres are now under vines.
Today is an opportunity to add personalized touring to your schedule. Visit Robben Island, explore local craft markets, jewelers or relax at a beach cafe.
Cape Grace Hotel – Marina Table Mountain Room
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Sat, Jan 24Cape Town
Depart the city along the spectacular Atlantic Seaboard, enroute to the fishing village of Hout Bay to explore the harbour, visiting its fish markets and shops. Continue over the 600m heights of Chapman’s Peak Drive, one of the world’s most breath-taking passes and past the Cape’s longest beach, with a chance to spot Southern Right Whales just offshore from June to November. Enter the Cape of Good Hope National Park for a walk (or optional funicular ride) up to the Cape Point Lighthouse, to take in magical ocean vistas at this, the south westernmost point of Africa. Head along the False Bay coast to Boulders Beach near Simonstown to see a colony of African Penguins and then continue past the seaside resorts of False Bay, towards the city. The last stop of the day is Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, for a walk through one of the largest collections of indigenous plants in the world.
Tour Highlights include: Hout Bay Harbour * Chapman’s Peak Drive * Cape of Good Hope National Park and Cape Point * Visit to Penguins at Boulders Beach * Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens * A lunch stop will be made enroute and is included in the cost.Dinner is included this evening.
Cape Grace Hotel – Marina Table Mountain Room
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Sun, Jan 25Skukuza
Depart the hotel at 8:00AM for Cape Town Airport.
Fly directly from Cape Town to Skukuza in the heart of the Kruger National Park. Depart: 10.30AM Arrive: 1.05PM.Jock Safari Lodge rangers will meet the group in their open 4x4 vehicles and drive you the through the Kruger Park to the lodge, located 45-minutes South of the airport.
There will be time for lunch and orientation before the afternoon safari activities commence at 4;00PM. Your stay at Jock includes all meals and local drinks.
Jock Safari Lodge – Main Lodge
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Mon, Jan 26Skukuza
An average day on safari consists of:
5:30AM Morning Game Drive: Guests are waking up for their morning game drive. 7:45AM Coffee & tea: Guests are enjoying coffee and tea in the bush. 9:00AM Breakfast: Guests are returning from their game drive for a hearty breakfast. 11:00AM Activities: Guests are enjoying an interpretive bush walk. 1:00PM Lunch is served. 2:30PM Rest & Relaxation: Enjoy a massage on the deck of your suite or relax at the pool. 4:00PM Evening Game Drive: Guests are enjoying high tea before evening game drive. 5:30PM Sundowners: Guests are sipping cocktails in the bush and watching the sun set. 8:00PM Dinner: The fires are lit in the boma for dinner under the African stars.
Jock Safari Lodge – Main Lodge
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Tues, Jan 27Skukuza
Enjoy another full day of safari activities today.
Jock Safari Lodge – Main Lodge
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Wed, Jan 28Skukuza Leopard Creek
Non-golfers head out on safari at 5.30am this morning.
Golfers meet for coffee at 6am and depart at 6.30am for Leopard Creek. The drive is takes an hour and is entirely through the park, making it one of the greatest routes a golf course anywhere. Big game viewing can be as good as any other safari drive of the trip. Golf is followed by lunch before returning to the lodge for the evening safari activities.
Today play Leopard Creek. Situated near Malelane in the heart of Mpumalanga, on the southern border of the Kruger National Park, Leopard Creek presents a rare opportunity to play an outstanding bushveld golf course. The 360 hectare development is bordered to the north and the west by the picturesque Crocodile River and the Kruger National Park. Typical bushveld koppies overlook the course from the east, providing an ideal backdrop for a magnificent Gary Player designed course. Ranked #1 in South Africa in 2005, Leopard Creek is everything you would expect. The course is fairly remotely located and is therefore only recommended for clients looking to add a safari option in Southern Kruger or those using private air-charter services. (cart fee included)
Jock Safari Lodge – Main Lodge
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Thurs, Jan 29Depart Skukuza, South Africa
Enjoy the morning safari activities and brunch at Jock Lodge.
There will be time to pack up and say goodbyes before heading back to Skukuza Airport for your homeward journey.
In Johannesburg you will be assisted to your international flight home.
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
Fancourt - The Montagu, South Africa
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Fancourt - The Links, South Africa
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Pinnacle Point, Mossel Bay
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Pearl Valley, South Africa
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Steenberg, Cape Town
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Leopard Creek, South Africa
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Fancourt Manor House, George
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Fancourt Manor House, George
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Fancourt Manor House, George
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Lanzerac Hotel , South Africa
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Lanzerac Hotel , South Africa
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Cape Grace by Fairmont, Cape Town
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Cape Grace by Fairmont, Cape Town
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Cape Grace by Fairmont, Cape Town
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Jock Safari Lodge, South Africa
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Jock Safari Lodge, South Africa
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Jock Safari Lodge, South Africa
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
Pricing
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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. 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.
Small Group Tour
