Scotland is the home of golf!
When one thinks of the origins of golf, they think of The Open Championship, The Old Course at St Andrews, Old Tom Morris - Scotland
Every golf enthusiast dreams of making their own pilgrimage to play The Old Course at St Andrews, and follow in the footsteps of the greats on the famous links that host the Open Championship. Once played you will never forget these historic links courses: The Old Course at St Andrews, Royal Troon, Prestwick, Turnberry, Muirfield, Carnoustie, Nth Berwick, Royal Dornoch & so many more...
There are over 550 courses in Scotland, offering everthing from famous old links courses, to new architect designed courses, there are inland courses and 9-hole layouts hidden in remote locations. Many of the world's top 100 courses are in Scotland,making it a 'bucket list' destination for the golfing enthusiast. But there are so many diverse golf experiences to be had in Scotland, and finding hidden gems could be one of the most enjoyable.
The Travelling Golfer offers an escorted tour each year to play the historic Open Championship Courses. The tour is aptly name The Open Rota, and is scheduled for August each year. click here for 2026 Open Rota Escorted Tour
We can also organise packages for independant groups to Scotland. You can either do the Best of Scotland, or stay in an area where there is a concentration of courses, such as East Lothian, Fife, Ayrshire and Northern Scotland.
Suggested Scottish golf tours include:
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Best of the Scottish Links
On this tour we combine the famous Scottish Links with the best sightseeing and accommodation in Scotland.
Traditionally this tour includes golf at Turnberry Prestwick, Royal Troon, Muirfield, North Berwick, Carnoustie, Kingsbarn, Dunbarnie Links and The Old Course St Andrews.
Sightseeing includes: Culzean Castle, the sights of Edinburgh, hickory golf at Musselburgh, the village of North Berwick, and the experience of staying multiple days in St Andrews at the Rusacks Hotel overlooking the 18th hole - the history, the shops, the pubs, the ambience are all unforgettable.
This tour is available for independant groups.
Northern Scotland
This tour heads through the Scottish Highlands to some of the most impressive links courses in the world.
There so many wonderful courses in Northern Scotland with Royal Dornoch on top of the list - regarded by many as a world top 10 course. Then there is the picturesque Cabot Highlands Castle Course, known for hosting the Scottish Open multiple times, plus the second course at Cabot Highlands, called Old Petty, ir runs alongside the Castle Course. Old Petty was designed by Tom Doak and opened in 2025.
Other links on the itinerary include the legendery Cruden Bay, and the two tough courses at Trump International Aberdeen (warning, don't play off the back tees!) Nearby Royal Aberdeen is famous for its front nine and always enjoyable, as is Nairn. There are lots of hidden gems around Northern Scotland including Golspie, Tain, Boat of Garten and Brora. For those who are willing to travel to remote corners, the 9-hole Durness Course at the top of Scotland is definitely worth the trip.
Accommodation suggestions includes Dornoch Station Hotel, Meldrum House and the lodges at Cabot Highlands.
Sightseeing includes Dunrobin Castle & falconry displays, whisky distilleries, Smoo Cave, Loch Ness, Cawdor Castle & The Deeside Tour
East Lothian
East Lothian is one of the great golf destinations in the world.
East Lothian is an easy trip from all parts of the world as it is located less than an hour from Edinburgh airport
Golf includes North Berwick, Muirfield (if you can secure a tee time!) The Renaissance Club (home of the Scottish Open and Rory's big finish) Kilspindie, Luffness New and the Gullane Courses. Hidden gems include Dunbar and The Glen.
You can either stay in Edinburgh, one of the great historic cities of the world, and soak in the history and vibrant entertainment scene before heading off to play golf, or stay in the delightful village of North Berwick and be close to all the courses.
Course Reports for Scotland
Cabot Highlands - Castle Stuart
Crail Golfing Society - Balcomie Links
Fairmont St Andrews - Kittocks
Fairmont St Andrews - Torrance
Musselburgh Links- The Old Golf Course
North Berwick East Links, Glen CC
St Andrews Links- The Castle Course
St Andrews Links- The New Course
St Andrews Links- The Old Course
Golf Tours to Scotland Escorted
We have Escorted golf tours going to Scotland every year.
In 2026 we will have Men's Open Rota Tour in August which includes the famous Scottish Open Championship Courses.
Golf Tours to Scotland Unescorted
We can put together a tour package just for you and your golfing friends (unescorted tour)
Enquire now for a free no obligation consultation.
The Travelling Golfer specialises in small group escorted tours and customised self-led tours. We are based in Melbourne Australia and have over 35 years’ experience organising golf tours to places throughout the world. Contact us now for a free consultation.
