Day 1: Arrival and Welcome to Ireland

• Arrive at Dublin or Shannon Airport, greeted by your Gorse & Thistle Tour Host for a seamless private transfer to Druids Glen.
• On arrival, unwind and enjoy the hotel set in a 360-acre countryside estate between the Wicklow Mountains and the Irish Sea.
• Welcome meeting with your Gorse & Thistle Tour Host, introducing you to Ireland.

‍Day 2: Golf at Druids Glen

• Warm up on the range, before teeing off at Druids Glen, known as the “Augusta of Europe”  a colorful, tree-lined championship course designed by Pat Ruddy and Tom Craddock, two renowned Irish golf architects.
• After the round, unwind in the Woodstock House Clubhouse offering panoramic views of the final green and providing a historic backdrop to the golfing experience.

Day 3: Golf at Mount Juliet Estate

• Arrive at Mount Juliet Estate, Jack Nicklaus’ stunning Irish creation set within 500 acres of rolling parkland.
• Play the Jack Nicklaus Signature Course featuring  immaculate fairways, mature trees, and perfectly contoured greens on this championship layout, host to the Irish Open and World Golf Championships.
• Post-round transfer to Adare Manor, a 19th-century Gothic Revival castle transformed into a five-star hotel.

Day 4: Golf at Adare Manor

• Tee off at the Tom Fazio–designed course and experience on one of the most immaculate parkland courses in the world.
• Adare Manor has already earned its place among the greats, and with the 2027 Ryder Cup on its horizon, it stands as a global showcase for Irish golf.
• Following an unforgettable course, indulge in a place where architectural beauty, modern engineering, and genuine Irish warmth combine to create something truly extraordinary.

Day 5: Golf at The K Club

• Transfer to the K Club, home of the 2006 Ryder Cup, a legendary layout that combines challenge and prestige.
• Tee off on the Palmer North course designed by Arnold Palmer a course that blends natural beauty with strategic challenge, a test for all levels and an unforgettable experience for guests.
• After your round, enjoy the five-star K Club resort hotel, spa, and riverside setting, it’s a destination where golf and indulgence meet in perfect harmony.

Day 6: Golf at Carton House

• Transfer to Carton House to begin your day on the O’Meara Course, renowned for its tree-lined fairways, water hazards, and strategically placed bunkers.
• Unwind with post-round lunch and drinks in the Morrison Room, Carton’s elegant dining space.
• After your round, head back to the K Club and enjoy one of the renowned restaurants and hotel amenities.

Day 7: A Fond Farewell

• Private transfer to Dublin or Shannon Airport.
• Depart Ireland with lasting memories of championship links, dramatic coastline, and the hallmark hospitality of Gorse & Thistle.

‍

‍