Scotland Golf Journeys

In Scotland, golf is more than a pastime, it’s a pilgrimage. The game was born here, shaped by centuries of wind, sea, and stone, and every round feels like stepping into living history. At Cypress & Salt, we design golf experiences that combine the game’s most storied links with the country’s finest hospitality, ensuring each trip is as elevated as it is unforgettable.

 

  • St Andrews, the “Home of Golf,” needs little introduction. From the Old Course to hidden gems like Elie and Crail, the Fife coastline offers golfers the rare opportunity to walk in the footsteps of legends while savoring the charm of the Auld Grey Toon. Across the Firth of Forth, Gullane and North Berwick deliver timeless seaside golf paired with unmatched character.

  • For those seeking untamed beauty, the Highlands deliver drama at every turn. Royal Dornoch is often cited as one of the greatest courses on earth, where Donald Ross first honed his craft. Nearby, Brora captures golf’s purest spirit, where sheep graze the fairways and small electric fences protect the greens. Add Cruden Bay to your itinerary, with its rolling dunes and haunting backdrop of Slains Castle—a setting as cinematic as it is exhilarating.

  • In Ayrshire, championship pedigree is everywhere: Turnberry, Troon, Prestwick, and Western Gailes are must-plays for any serious golfer. Venture further, and the journey itself becomes part of the reward: the Machrie on Islay, with whisky distilleries at your doorstep, and Machrihanish on the Mull of Kintyre, where the opening tee shot over the beach is one of the game’s most thrilling moments.

Embark on a golf journey where the game began and allow us to curate an experience as unforgettable as the courses themselves. The courses you’ll find here are just a glimpse of what we can create together, each package is fully customized to your group’s style and goals. Most itineraries begin with a 5-night minimum, ensuring ample time to savor the golf, the culture, and the moments in between.

No Scotland golf tour is complete without its cultural layers. A private whisky tasting along the Speyside or Islay trails, castle-stay accommodations with fireside dining, helicopter transfers between remote links, or an evening of traditional music in a Highland lodge—these experiences elevate your trip into a story worth retelling for a lifetime.

    • Private transfer from Edinburgh or Dundee Airport to St Andrews.

    • Luxury check-in at the Old Course Hotel, Rusacks St Andrews, or Fairmont St Andrews.

    • Welcome reception with Champagne & canapés overlooking the Old Course.

    • Evening at leisure with a gourmet dinner reservation at a fine-dining restaurant in town.

    • Morning tee time on the Old Course at St Andrews – the Home of Golf.

    • Iconic group photos at the Swilcan Bridge.

    • Afternoon walking tour of St Andrews, including the Cathedral ruins, Castle, and University.

    • Evening whisky tasting dinner in a private room with a local whisky ambassador.

    • Morning round at Kingsbarns Golf Links, a modern masterpiece hugging the North Sea.

    • Return to your hotel for an afternoon spa treatment (massages, thermal suites, relaxation).

    • Optional excursion: Sunset helicopter tour along the Fife coastline.

    • Private dining experience featuring seasonal Scottish produce and seafood.

    • Play the dramatic Castle Course, with its clifftop vistas and memorable finishing stretch.

    • Afternoon excursion options:

      • Distillery tour at Kingsbarns or Eden Mill with guided tasting.

      • Artisanal shopping tour through local boutiques and Scottish cashmere houses.

    • Evening entertainment: private dinner in a historic manor house with live traditional music.

    • Final round at The New or Jubilee Course – classic St Andrews links with their own history and challenges.

    • Leisurely lunch in the clubhouse with views over the links and the sea.

    • Private transfer back to the airport for onward journey.

    • Dedicated Program Manager & Onsite Coordinator.

    • Mobile Itinerary App including live updates and offline features.

    • (Add on) Professional golf photography & videography. Includes a custom photobook for each guest.

    • (Add on) Customized luxury merchandising and gifting with exclusive and bespoke vendors.

    • Dedicated Concierge Service.

    • Helicopter transfers between courses.

    • PGA Professional to host clinic.

    • Exclusive/Private Tours.

    • Kilted Caddies + Bagpiper Send-offs

    • Private Whisky Blending Session.