Day 1: Arrival and Welcome to Northern Ireland

• Arrive at Dublin or Belfast Airport, where your Gorse & Thistle Tour Host will greet you for a seamless private transfer to The Ebrington Hotel.
• Settle into this luxurious riverside retreat, blending modern sophistication with heritage charm.
• In the evening, enjoy a welcome gathering with your Tour Host—an introduction to the spectacular golf journey that awaits across Ireland’s breathtaking northern coastline.

Day 2: Golf at Ballyliffin Golf Club

• Take the scenic route along the Wild Atlantic Way to Ballyliffin Golf Club, Ireland’s northernmost golf destination and home to world-class links.
• Tee off on the Glashedy Links, a rugged, rolling masterpiece designed by Pat Ruddy, famed for its dramatic dunes and panoramic Atlantic views.
• After your round, return to The Ebrington Hotel, unwind in the spa, and perhaps toast the day with a local whiskey overlooking the River Foyle.

Day 3: Golf at Portsalon Golf Club

• Depart for Portsalon Golf Club, one of Ireland’s hidden gems and a true links lover’s delight. Founded in 1891 and reimagined by Pat Ruddy.
• Portsalon offers a thrilling test with sweeping fairways and captivating vistas of Ballymastocker Bay—once voted one of the world’s most beautiful beaches.
• After play, transfer to the Shandon Hotel & Spa, perched above Sheephaven Bay. Enjoy a post-round spa treatment or evening dinner with views of the Donegal coastline.

Day 4: Golf at Sandy Hills Links, Rosapenna

• Experience the Sandy Hills Links at Rosapenna—a modern links masterpiece also crafted by Pat Ruddy.
• Its towering dunes, narrow fairways, and firm, fast greens make it a thrilling test for any golfer seeking a true links challenge.
• Return to the Shandon Hotel & Spa for a relaxing evening, where Donegal’s wild beauty meets refined coastal luxury.

Day 5: Golf at St Patrick’s Links, Rosapenna

• Continue your golf adventure at St Patrick’s Links, designed by Tom Doak and hailed as one of the world’s newest great links courses.
• Set against the backdrop of Trá Mór Bay, this modern classic combines sweeping dunes, vast fairways, and unforgettable views of the Atlantic.
• Following your round, travel to Lough Eske Castle, a five-star lakeside estate near Donegal Town. Enjoy a regal evening in one of Ireland’s most enchanting castle hotels.

Day 6: Golf at Narin & Portnoo Links

• Venture west to Narin & Portnoo Links, a stunning coastal course lovingly redesigned by Gil Hanse and Jim Wagner.
• Every hole tells a story here—carved through dunes, cliffs, and ocean panoramas that define Donegal’s wild charm.
• After your round, return to Lough Eske Castle for your final evening in Ireland, where fine dining and fireside drinks celebrate a week of exceptional golf and unforgettable moments.

Day 7: Departure – Dublin or Belfast

• Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before your private transfer to Dublin or Belfast Airport.
• Depart with cherished memories of Ireland’s untamed linksland, luxurious hospitality, and the hallmark warmth of Gorse & Thistle

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