The Open & Scotland Tour 2024

The Open & Scotland Golf Tour 2024

12 – 26 July 2024

Watch golf’s oldest major unfold at Royal Troon while journeying through Scotland’s most revered golfing destinations.

Kingsbarns – Gary Lisbon

Golf’s oldest major returns to Royal Troon for the 10th time in the event’s 152nd year. As Authorised Providers for The Open Championship, turn your Open experience into one you will never forget with this 14-night journey through Scotland’s lowlands.

Starting in the ancient capital Edinburgh, we spend three nights’ in the city’s centre, before heading to the famous Ayrshire Coast for seven nights including two days at The Open Championship. We finish this escorted golf tour at the Home of Golf with four nights at the St Andrews’ Fairmont Hotel & Resort.

Escorted by Voyages.golf owners, immerse yourself in Scotland’s famous hospitality with this 14-night tour playing some of the top golf courses in the British Isles, including North Berwick, Western Gailes, Prestwick, Dundonald Links, Gleneagles Kings, and Kingsbarns. We also play some local gems that offer a fresh ‘off the beaten track’ atmosphere that are synonymous with our tours.

Come, join us on this remarkable odyssey, where the echoes of legends and the joy of camaraderie blend seamlessly with the lush green landscapes. Together, let us raise a wee dram to celebrate the unrivalled magic of the game we adore.

Kingsbarns Golf Links

Kingsbarns Golf Links

Kingsbarns Golf Links

Fairmont Hotel St Andrews

Dundonald Links

North Berwick Golf Course

Tour Inclusions

Accommodation

• 3 Nights at the Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh (Baxter’s Place

• 7 Nights at the Fairfield House Hotel in Ayr (7.5 miles from Troon)

• 4 Nights at the Fairmont St Andrews

Golf

9 Rounds of Golf with a pull-trolley

• North Berwick – West Course

• Western Gailes Golf Club

• Dundonald Links

• Prestwick Golf Club

• Cameron House – The Carrick

• Gleneagles Kings Course

• Fairmont Torrance Course

• St Andrews – The Castle Course

• Kingsbarns Golf Links

• Caddies available on request

Meals

• Daily Full Scottish Breakfast

• Various Lunches (see itinerary)

• Two hosted dinners

• Welcome dinner

• Farewell dinner

General Admission Tickets to The Open

• Thursday

• Sunday Hospitality upgrades on request

Tickets Other

• Distillery Tour and Whisky tasting at Kingsbarns Distillery

• Two rest days (Edinburgh & St Andrews)

• Entry to the Old Course Ballot in St Andrews

• All transport

• Fun golf competition with prizes

• All transport by private chartered coaches

What to expect

This escorted golf tour has been specially designed to blend a unique experience at The Open Championship with some of the very best golf courses in Scotland. This tour covers three of the most revered golf destinations within what is the birthplace of our magical sport.

This golf tour will not exceed 20 guests. You will leave knowing everyone on a first-name basis, and having played nine of Scotland’s best golf courses with everything arranged for you.

To top it off, a visit to The Open Championship at Royal Troon!

Why join this tour?

If you are considering attending The Open, the benefits of this tour are numerous. The best part is that your Open experience is guaranteed because Voyages.golf is your Authorised Provider – no need to worry about tickets and staying in Glasgow because this tour has a weeklong stay in the town of Ayr, right near Troon.

Other benefits include transportation by exclusive, private coaches, along with preferred tee-times at the best local courses during one of the busiest times of year. We play most rounds mid-morning so we can enjoy lunch after & still get time to explore our surrounds in the afternoons. The other main benefit is that we get to make lifelong friends by tying in a world-class golf event with a play-golf journey through the heart of Scotland.

Golf Pairings & Format

This escorted golf tour is about having fun with loved ones, or friends, old and new! Open to anyone, it is not a registered competition and there are no prerequisites to join. Nominal prizes will be awarded for daily winners (Stableford scoring), NTP’s, and overall winners. If you do not have a registered golf handicap, and haven’t had one for more than 12 months, we will automatically give you one according to the Rules of Golf (USGA/R&A). This handicap will be used for the duration of our golf tour, plus or minus any alterations affected by high or low scores.

You may join the tour as either a golfer or non-golfer, but you cannot join the tour as a non-golfer & select rounds to play; in other words, you need to commit to the tour as either a golfer or non-golfer. The aspect of playing golf while discovering a new country is a central part to this exercise, but it is also about meeting new people, playing golf with likeminded others, and of course making lifelong memories. We firmly believe that by combining a regular escorted golf tour with event experiences at The Open, our sense of camaraderie will be further enhanced by the end and new memories will be forged.

Daily golf pairings will be announced each morning and will be based on a mix of: Partners & friends, Random, mixed genders and names out of a hat. If you have any specific requests, please let us know at time of booking.

Western Gailes Golf Links – 1897

Gleneagles Kings Course – James Braid 1919

Clàr-siubhail

Itinerary

Day 1: Friday 12 July 2024 (WD)

15.00 -

WD: Welcome Dinner

B: Breakfast

L: Lunch

D: Dinner

FD: Farewell Dinner

Check-in begins at the Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West

18.00

19.00

Meet in the lobby bar for a pre-dinner meet & greet

Welcome dinner – Venue TBA

Day 2: Saturday 13 July (B)

07.00 -

Breakfast opens at the hotel

Today is a free day. You can either explore Edinburgh on foot, book an activity to discover this ancient capital, or join your tour hosts for a warm-up round of golf at a local club before we play North Berwick tomorrow.

Day 3: Sunday 14 July (B)

07.00 -

10.30

Breakfast opens at the hotel

Transfer to North Berwick Golf Club for a round on the West Course. Tilted as Scotland's’ #5th Top Course, it’s fair to say we start this tour with a bang!

Day 4: Monday 15 July (B,D)

07.00 -

10.30

Breakfast opens at the hotel

Transfer to the Fairfield House Hotel in Ayr for 7 nights. The famous Ayrshire Coast is home to ancient links golf courses and Troon is hosting the 152nd Open which is just 7.5 miles from this boutique Hotel

19.00

Official Open Week welcome dinner at the hotel. Voyages.golf has exclusive use of this hotel so let’s raise a glass to a wonderful week at The Open.

Day 5: Tuesday 16 July 2024 (B)

07.00 -

08.00

Breakfast opens

Meet with your golf bags ready for a short transfer to North Berwick Golf Club. This revered links course was designed by Old Tom Morris back in 1851. It has hosted 24 Open Championships and is actually the Home of The Open!

Day 6: Wednesday 17 July (B, L)

07.00 -

08.00

Breakfast opens at the hotel

Meet in the lobby for a day trip to Loch Lomond! Today we head past Glasgow to the majestic loch. It was the first place in Scotland to be awarded National Park status in 2002. Cameron House is a luxury hotel overlooking the lake with its own golf course which we are playing today. This is the local Loch Lomond gem of a golf course which feels like you could be playing the game 100 years ago.

After lunch at the club (included) and watching The Open’s second practice day on TV, we head back to the Fairfield House Hotel.

Day 7: Thursday 18 July (B)

07.00 -

08.30

Breakfast opens at the hotel

Today is the big day. We head to The 152nd Open Championship to watch Round one of golf’s oldest Major as it unfolds at Royal Troon Golf Club. This is just the tenth time that Royal Troon have hosted The Open.

Overnight at the Fairfield House Hotel

Itinerary

Day 8, Friday 19 July (B)

07.00 -

08.00

Breakfast opens

Today we head for the famous Western Gailes Golf Club; one of the highest-regarded golf courses in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1897, this famous links golf course ranks in the United Kingdom’s Top 50. When imagining Scottish Links Golf, Western Gailes will always spring to mind after your visit.

Day 9, Saturday 20 July (B, L)

07.00 -

08.00

Breakfast opens at the hotel

Today is our final round of golf in the famous Ayrshire Coast. We head to Dundonald Links. Designed by Kyle Phillips (Kingsbarns designer) this ScottishAmerican golf course is owned by the exclusive Loch Lomond golf Club. Fortifications dating back to 200 BC are present on the golf course. Expect the very best hospitality followed by lunch in the newly-renovate clubhouse after with live coverage of The Open after (just a few miles down the road).

Day 10, Sunday 21 July (B, D)

07.00 -

08.30

Breakfast opens at the hotel

For our final day on the Ayrshire Coast, we head back to Royal Troon to watch the final day of The Open Championship. This is where we see who will be crowned Champion Golfer of The Year at the very last major of the year. We have a farewell dinner included back at the hotel to usher out the Open Week.

Overnight at the Fairfield House Hotel

Day 11, Monday 22 July (B, L)

07.00 -

08.00

Breakfast opens

Meet in the lobby ready for departure. This is our longest day on tour, but a very enjoyable one. We depart Fairfield House in Ayr for St Andrews, via the famous Gleneagles Hotel for a round of golf on the King’s Course. Designed by Irishman James Braid in 1919, this historic course is a masterpiece in golf course design.

10.40

Tee-times commence.

After lunch (included), we drive to St Andrews to check-in for four nights at the Fairmont Resort.

Day 12, Tuesday 23 July (B)

07.0008.00

Breakfast opens at the hotel

After a leisurely breakfast, enjoy a short 5-minute transfer to the newest of St Andrews Links’ seven golf courses: The Castle Course. Designed by David McLay Kidd, this seaside links track overlooks the town of St Andrews. With a completely blank spread, St Andrews Trust put their full might into this epic 18-hole route. It opened for play in 2008. It’s one of the best links courses in Scotland with a view.

Day 13, Wednesday, 24 July (B)

07.00 -

08.30

Breakfast opens at the hotel

At long last, a time to rest. Hang out at the Resort, explore the wonderful town of St Andrews, or play The Old Course if your name gets drawn. We’ll automatically enter your name into the ballot.

Day 14, Thursday 25 July (B, FD)

Meet in the lobby ready for departure. We head to the famous Kingsbarns Golf Course for a round on the Kyle-Phillips’ designed track which is rated #46 in the world by Golf Digest.

After lunch at the club, we head to Kingsbarns Distillery for their ’19th Hole’ tour and tasting of some fine local single malts.

Upon return to the Resort, we have a farewell dinner at the Fairmont Hotel to say our final goodbyes, present the prizes for our golf competition, and raise another glass to an epic journey.

Day 15, Friday 26 July 2024 (B)

We have a final round of golf at the Fairmont’s Torrance Course. Designed by Gene Sarazen, Sam Torrance and Denis Griffiths, this 18-hole links course represents the finest American Hospitality on Scottish soil. Relax, enjoy a final round of links golf in great company before heading off.

After lunch at the clubhouse, we’ll head back to the hotel to freshen up & check-out before taking a group transfer down to Edinburgh Airport.

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Courtesy of The Open

Pricing

• Prices are listed in GBP

• Prices are per person

• Prices are guaranteed

• This tour is priced in GBP. If paying in USD or AUD, we will convert the GBP total at the daily exchange rate at the time of booking.

Special: Book this tour and receive a 10% discount off travel insurance (Australian residents only)

Terms

25% Deposit to confirm your place

25% Stage payment due 30 November 2023

Balance due 28 February 2024

Full terms as per standard terms & conditions

Golf Information

The Carrick Course

Prestwick GC

North

Western Gailes Links

Dundonald Links

Gleneagles - Kings

Accommodation

Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh

The Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh Baxter’s Place is a contemporary hotel situated in the heart of Edinburgh’s city centre The hotel offers a modern, stylish and comfortable stay with spacious rooms and thoughtful amenities, including free high-speed Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and plush bedding The hotel’s restaurant, The Lantern Room, serves a range of delicious dishes using locallysourced ingredients, while the fitness centre is perfect for those who like to stay active on their travels. With its convenient location, the hotel is an excellent choice for travellers looking to explore Edinburgh’s attractions, including the Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile and Princes Street Gardens.

Fairfield House Hotel

The Fairfield House Hotel in Ayr is a charming and historic hotel located in the heart of this picturesque Scottish coastal town. Built in 1850, this elegant hotel offers a warm welcome, exceptional service, and a relaxed atmosphere, making it the perfect base for exploring the town and its many attractions. The hotel’s tastefully appointed guest rooms are cozy and comfortable, providing a true home-away-from-home experience. The hotel’s award-winning restaurant serves delicious Scottish cuisine made with the finest locally sourced ingredients, while the bar offers a wide range of drinks and cocktails. With its central location, impeccable service, and charming atmosphere, the Fairfield House Hotel is a true gem in Ayrshire. All this, and Voyages.golf has the hotel exclusively for The Open which is a 15-minute drive away.

Fairmont St Andrews

The Fairmont Golf Resort in St Andrews is a world-renowned golf destination, set against the stunning backdrop of the Scottish coast The resort offers a luxurious experience, with its five-star accommodations, championship golf courses, and exceptional dining options. Guests can indulge in the resort’s state-of-the-art spa, relax in the elegant lounges, or explore the beautiful surroundings of the town of St Andrews. The resort’s two championship golf courses, The Torrance and The Kittocks, are among the finest in Scotland, offering stunning views and challenging play. With its unparalleled service, luxurious amenities, and breathtaking setting, the Fairmont Golf Resort in St Andrews is a golf-lover’s dream destination.

Courtyard by Marriott Guest Room

Fairfield House Hotel, Ayr

The Fairmont Hotel, St Andrews

What is the Booking Process?

To proceed with booking, we will require some basic details for each traveller including:

• Full names as per your passport

• Emails & phone numbers of each traveller

• and a Street address of the party paying

We will then send a confirmation and an invoice for the package. All our bank and payment methods will be supplied.

Please note that accommodation and tickets are not being held and will be subject to availability at the time of booking.

Your booking is confirmed only once you receive an invoice from us and payment is made by the listed due date.

Payments

Payments can be made by bank transfer or card. If paying by credit card, merchant surcharges apply; Visa and Mastercard 1.5%. If paying by debit card, please call the Voyages.golf office.

International payments or payments via Telegraphic Transfer, must include an additional AUD$25 for the Australian bank charges. Bank charges from your bank must be borne by you. If charges are taken from the amount due, we will invoice for the difference for the amount owing and the amount we receive.

Payment details can be found within your invoices which will be provided upon confirmation of your booking.

Are you an accredited agent?

Yes, we are an accredited travel agent with AFTA, IATA, ATAS and IAGTO. See our accreditation here.

Do you offer extra travel services?

Absolutely, our range of travel services includes:

• Flights (we book and ticket in-house)

• Travel Insurance

• Golf Club shipping

• Sightseeing

•

Custom itineraries

• Event experiences

Are golf carts included?

No. It is not common in the United Kingdom to ride in a motorised golf cart (aka buggy). We have included manual pull-trolleys with each round of golf. You may wish to reserve an electric trolley, or enlist the help of a caddie for some of your games. Please let us know at least two weeks prior to travelling if you would like to hire a caddy at any golf course.

Kingsbarns Distillery

Can I bring my non-golfing partner?

Absolutely, all Voyages.golf tours invite non-golfing partners and friends. There will be a reduction in price for non-golfing friends or partners.

Are your tour leaders experienced?

Voyages.golf has some of the most experienced tour leaders in the industry. Avid golfers, your tour hosts started in the airline industry in the 70s before switching to sport tourism in the 90s and has been doing this ever since!

Do you have terms and conditions?

Please see our full terms and conditions here.

Do you have Covid-19 guarantees?

Yes, we do! If the tour is cancelled or if travel is restricted for you due to Covid19; you are entitled to change to the new postponed dates for free (if applicable), receive a travel credit voucher or you can cancel and receive a refund, less the applicable handling fee based on your booking. This refund policy applies for all listed products. Speak to a travel expert when booking to ensure you're covered.

St Andrews Castle Course

St Andrews

Culzean Castle, Ayrshire

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