The Best Golf Courses to Include on Your Scottish Golf Tour
Scotland is widely regarded as the Home of Golf, attracting golfers from around the world who want to experience its legendary courses, stunning landscapes and rich golfing heritage.
From historic links courses to world-renowned championship venues, planning a Scottish golf tour offers the opportunity to combine incredible golf with everything else Scotland has to offer
At Ultimate Private Hire, we provide tailored chauffeur transport for golf groups travelling across Scotland. Whether you're planning a weekend away or a week-long golf tour, we can take care of the transport while you focus on enjoying the courses.
Here are some of the best golf courses to consider for your next Scottish golf tour.
1. St Andrews – The Old Course
No Scottish golf tour would be complete without considering the Old Course at St Andrews
Widely recognised as one of the world's most famous golf courses, the Old Course has a history stretching back centuries and attracts golfers from across the globe.
Located in the historic town of St Andrews, the course offers a unique golfing experience surrounded by iconic landmarks and a town steeped in golfing history.
For international visitors in particular, playing the Old Course can be the highlight of a trip to Scotland.
Don't forget: St Andrews is home to several other fantastic courses, including the New Course, Jubilee Course and Castle Course, making it an excellent destination for a multi-day golf itinerary.
2. Carnoustie Golf Links
Located on the east coast of Scotland, Carnoustie Golf Links is another iconic destination for golfers.
Known for its challenging layout, Carnoustie has hosted The Open Championship on numerous occasions and is regarded as one of the toughest tests of golf in Scotland.
The combination of links terrain, coastal conditions and unpredictable weather makes every round an experience to remember.
For golfers looking to challenge themselves, Carnoustie is certainly one to consider.
3. Royal Dornoch
Heading north into the Highlands, Royal Dornoch is regularly regarded as one of the world's great golf courses.
The Championship Course runs through dramatic coastal surroundings, offering spectacular views alongside a challenging and traditional links experience.
Its location in the Highlands also makes it an ideal addition to a wider Scottish itinerary, allowing golfers to combine their round with some of the country's most beautiful scenery.
A trip to Royal Dornoch can easily become more than just a day of golf.
4. Gleneagles
For those looking for a luxury golf experience, Gleneagles is an obvious choice.
Located in Perthshire, the resort is home to three exceptional courses, including the King's Course, Queen's Course and PGA Centenary Course.
The PGA Centenary Course famously hosted the 2014 Ryder Cup, while the resort itself provides a luxurious setting for golfers looking to combine world-class golf with fine dining, accommodation and relaxation.
Its central location also makes Gleneagles a convenient addition to many Scottish golf itineraries.
5. Turnberry
Situated on Scotland's Ayrshire coast, Turnberry offers a memorable combination of golf, history and spectacular coastal scenery.
The Ailsa Course has hosted The Open Championship and is known for its dramatic views across the Firth of Clyde towards the Isle of Arran.
For golfers who want to combine a challenging round with a luxury Scottish getaway, Turnberry is an excellent option.
The surrounding Ayrshire coastline also offers plenty of opportunities to explore beyond the course.
6. Kingsbarns Golf Links
Located just outside St Andrews, Kingsbarns Golf Links offers a modern take on traditional Scottish links golf.
The course sits along the Fife coastline, with many holes offering impressive sea views.
Its proximity to St Andrews makes Kingsbarns particularly useful when planning a golf itinerary around Fife, allowing golfers to experience several exceptional courses without extensive travel between each one.
7. Muirfield
Located in East Lothian, Muirfield is one of Scotland's most historic golf courses.
The course has hosted The Open Championship numerous times and is renowned for its traditional links design and challenging layout.
East Lothian is particularly well suited to golf tours, with numerous highly regarded courses located within a relatively small area.
This means golfers can create an itinerary featuring multiple courses while reducing the amount of time spent travelling between them.
8. North Berwick Golf Club
For a taste of traditional links golf, North Berwick is another fantastic option.
The West Links is one of the oldest golf courses in the world and offers a distinctive golfing experience along the East Lothian coastline.
Its historic character, coastal setting and challenging holes make it a popular choice for golfers looking to experience something different from the larger championship venues.
Planning Your Scottish Golf Tour
With so many exceptional courses across the country, deciding which ones to include can be difficult.
The best itinerary will often depend on:
How long you're staying
Which courses you want to play
Where you're staying
Your preferred level of accommodation
Travel times between courses
Your tee times
How much sightseeing you want to include
The size of your group
How much golf equipment and luggage you're travelling with
Rather than trying to fit as many courses as possible into a short trip, planning your route carefully can help you enjoy the experience without spending unnecessary time travelling.
This is where private chauffeur transport can make a significant difference.
Golf Tour Transport With Ultimate Private Hire
At Ultimate Private Hire, we provide chauffeur-driven golf transport across Scotland, helping individuals and groups travel comfortably between airports, hotels and golf courses.
Whether you're visiting Scotland from overseas or organising a golf trip with friends, we can tailor your transport around your itinerary.
Our golf tour services can include:
Airport collection and return transfers
Daily transport to and from golf courses
Transfers between hotels and courses
Flexible collection times around tee times
Transport between multiple golf destinations
Evening and dinner transfers
Multi-day golf itineraries
Additional luggage and golf equipment storage
Travelling With Golf Clubs and Luggage?
Golf tours often mean travelling with considerably more luggage than a standard holiday.
Golf bags, clubs, suitcases and additional equipment can quickly take up valuable space inside a vehicle, particularly when travelling as a group.
To help solve this, Ultimate Private Hire has additional luggage trailers available, allowing groups to transport their golf equipment and luggage without compromising passenger comfort.
This is particularly useful for larger groups or international visitors travelling to Scotland for a week-long golf trip.
Let Us Take Care of the Journey
One of the biggest advantages of booking a private chauffeur for your Scottish golf tour is being able to focus on the experience rather than the logistics.
There's no need to navigate unfamiliar roads, worry about parking at each course or coordinate multiple vehicles between tee times.
Instead, you can sit back, enjoy the scenery and travel comfortably between destinations while your chauffeur takes care of the journey.
Our chauffeurs can also provide local knowledge and remain flexible around your plans, helping make your golf tour as smooth and enjoyable as possible.
Create Your Own Scottish Golf Tour
The beauty of a Scottish golf tour is that there is no single itinerary you have to follow.
You might want to experience the famous courses of St Andrews, explore the East Lothian coastline, head north to Royal Dornoch or combine golf with whisky, castles and Highland scenery.
Whatever your plans, your itinerary can be built around the courses and experiences that matter most to you.
At Ultimate Private Hire, we can provide the transport to connect it all together.
Ready to Plan a Scottish Golf Tour?
Get in touch with Ultimate Private Hire to discuss your itinerary and discover how our luxury chauffeur service can help you travel between Scotland's finest golf courses in comfort, flexibility and style.
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