Day 1: Arrival and Welcome to Northern Ireland

• Arrive at Belfast or Dublin Airport, where you will be greeted by your Gorse & Thistle Tour Host for a seamless private transfer to Dunluce Lodge, an exclusive luxury retreat overlooking the famed Royal Portrush links.
• On arrival, take time to relax and settle in. The lodge’s refined design, panoramic coastal views, and exceptional service set the tone for your Northern Irish golf journey.
• In the evening, enjoy a welcome reception with your Tour Host, who will introduce you to the region’s rich golfing heritage and outline the unforgettable experiences ahead.

Day 2: Golf at Castlerock Golf Club

• Begin your tour with a round at Castlerock Golf Club, a true hidden gem on the Causeway Coast. This classic links, established in 1901, combines natural dunes, undulating fairways, and challenging greens that demand precision and creativity.
• Following your round, enjoy lunch in the clubhouse, where views of the River Bann and Donegal Hills provide a stunning backdrop.
• Return to Dunluce Lodge for the evening, where fine dining and understated luxury await.

Day 3: Golf at Portstewart Golf Club

• Today’s round is at Portstewart Golf Club, playing the Strand Course, one of Ireland’s most breathtaking links.
• The opening nine holes weave through towering dunes with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and the River Bann estuary.
• Spend the evening at Dunluce Lodge, perhaps enjoying a whiskey tasting or a stroll along the rugged shoreline near Royal Portrush.

Day 4: Golf at Royal Portrush Golf Club

• Tee off at the legendary Royal Portrush Golf Club, host of The Open Championship and ranked among the world’s greatest golf courses.
• The Dunluce Links, redesigned by Harry Colt, is a masterpiece of natural design where every hole is a blend of challenge, history, and breathtaking beauty.
• Following your round, enjoy post-golf drinks in the historic clubhouse before returning to Dunluce Lodge for your final evening along the Causeway Coast, surrounded by world-class golf heritage.

Day 5: Golf at Ardglass Golf Club

• After breakfast, enjoy a scenic private transfer south along the coast to Slieve Donard Resort, a grand seaside hotel nestled at the foot of the Mourne Mountains.
• En route, stop to play Ardglass Golf Club, a striking links perched on a rugged cliffside overlooking the Irish Sea. Dating back to 1896, Ardglass offers one of the most dramatic opening stretches in golf and the world’s oldest clubhouse, dating to 1405.
• After play, continue to Slieve Donard Resort, where classic elegance meets modern comfort, and enjoy a leisurely evening in this iconic coastal haven.

Day 6: Golf at Royal County Down Golf Club

• Play Royal County Down, consistently ranked among the top golf courses in the world.
• Set beneath the majestic Mourne Mountains, the Championship Links is a masterpiece of design and natural beauty where narrow fairways, domed greens, and golden gorse define each hole.
• After an unforgettable round, return to Slieve Donard Resort to relax and relive the highlights of your journey over dinner with views of the mountains and the sea.

Day 7: A Fond Farewell

• Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before your private transfer to Belfast or Dublin Airport.
  
• Depart with cherished memories of Northern Ireland’s spectacular links, coastal landscapes, and the hallmark hospitality of Gorse & Thistle, a journey where luxury, tradition, and world-class golf meet in perfect harmony.

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