Arrive at Edinburgh or Dundee Airport, where you’ll be greeted by your Gorse & Thistle Tour Host for a private transfer to the world-renowned Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa in St Andrews.
Overlooking the famous 17th fairway of the Old Course, this five-star hotel epitomises elegance and golfing heritage.
With views across the Links and the West Sands Beach, it’s the perfect base for your week in the “Home of Golf.”
Enjoy a welcome reception with your Tour Host, introducing you to St Andrews’ rich history and the exceptional courses you’ll play in the coming days.
Day 2: Golf at The Old Course, St Andrews
Begin your Scottish golf pilgrimage at The Old Course, St Andrews, the most iconic course in the world and the birthplace of golf.
Every hole tells a story, from the Swilcan Bridge to the Road Hole and the dramatic closing stretch along the links.
Teeing off on this hallowed ground is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, where centuries of golfing tradition meet the thrill of competition.
After your round, enjoy lunch in the R&A Clubhouse or a celebratory toast in the Jigger Inn, the Old Course Hotel’s legendary pub steeped in golfing lore.
Day 3: Golf at Kingsbarns Golf Links
Tee off at Kingsbarns Golf Links, a modern masterpiece set along two miles of stunning North Sea coastline just a short drive from St Andrews.
Designed by Kyle Phillips, Kingsbarns blends natural beauty with strategic brilliance offering wide fairways, dramatic elevation changes, and spectacular sea views on nearly every hole.
Following your round, enjoy refreshments on the clubhouse terrace overlooking the sea before returning to The Old Course Hotel for an evening of relaxation and fine dining.
Day 4: Golf at Carnoustie Golf Links
Travel north to Carnoustie Golf Links, one of the world’s most challenging and historic championship venues.
Host to multiple Open Championships, “Carnasty,” as it’s affectionately known, is famed for its strategic bunkering, demanding finish, and storied past.
Walking the same fairways as Hogan, Watson, and Woods, you’ll experience golf at its purest and most exacting.
After your round, return to St Andrews and unwind at The Old Course Hotel, perhaps indulging in the Kohler Waters Spa or dining in the acclaimed Road Hole Restaurant overlooking the Links.
Day 5: Golf at Crail Golfing Society – Balcomie Links
Travel along the Fife coast to Crail Golfing Society, the seventh-oldest golf club in the world.
The Balcomie Links, laid out by Old Tom Morris in 1895, offers an authentic links experience with cliffside holes, sea views, and traditional charm.
It’s golf as it was meant to be played, natural, scenic, and filled with character.
Return to The Old Course Hotel for a relaxed evening, perhaps enjoying a whisky tasting or sunset walk along the beach.
Day 6: Golf at Dumbarnie Links
Conclude your golf journey with a round at Dumbarnie Links, a modern masterpiece that has quickly earned a place among Scotland’s finest.
Designed by Clive Clark, this links course offers generous fairways, dramatic dunes, and panoramic views across the Firth of Forth.
Host of the Women’s Scottish Open, Dumbarnie delivers a balance of beauty, playability, and excitement, an unforgettable finale to your St Andrews experience.
Return to The Old Course Hotel for your farewell dinner, celebrating a week of legendary links and lasting memories.
Day 7: A Fond Farewell
After breakfast, enjoy a private transfer to Edinburgh or Dundee Airport for your departure.
Depart Scotland with unforgettable memories of St Andrews and the surrounding links of The Old Course, Kingsbarns, Carnoustie, Crail, and Dumbarnie and the hallmark hospitality of Gorse & Thistle.
A journey defined by history, elegance, and the true spirit of golf’s sacred home.
