Swing & Sip: A Scottish Golf and Whisky Journey

Introduction
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About this trip

Scotland 8 Days | 8 Golfers Arrival Pre and Post-Stays Available - Please contact World on the Fly. Airport Arrival and Departure - Edinburgh Pricing is per person, based on double occupancy. All the golf courses are 18 holes.

Golf & Whisky Adventure

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At a glance

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About this trip

Day 1 - The Adventure Begins in Edinburgh

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Arrival, Royal Mile, Whisky Tasting in Edinburgh

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Airport Meet and Greet

For your added comfort, a Meet and Greet assistant will welcome you upon your arrival at the airport. Your assistant will help to co-ordinate meeting up with your private driver at the airport, and accompany you to your hotel for check-in.
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Welcome Package

A Welcome Package will be provided and will include any relevant documents or tickets required for your trip.
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Self-Guided Discovery of The Royal Mile

Exploring Edinburgh's exhilarating Royal Mile is your best way to get acquainted with the city's Old Town. Forming the main thoroughfare in Edinburgh’s Old Town, the Royal Mile is a series of connected cobblestone streets, spanning Edinburgh Castle to Holyrood Palace. From eateries, tartan souvenir shops, historic landmarks, and an eclectic collection of museums, the Royal Mile has plenty to discover and offers something for everyone. Within your final trip documents, we'll provide you with the best route for a self-guided discovery of The Royal Mile, covering all points of interests. From palaces to whisky shops, there's so much to discover along this legendary path through Old Town.
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Whisky Tasting at Scotch Malt Whisky Society's Kaleidoscope Bar

Enjoy a fine selection of whisky drams at the Scotch Malt Whisky Society's Kaleidoscope Bar, sure to impress the most experienced of whisky connoisseurs. Led by one of the society's Ambassadors, you'll sample the legendary flavors of the Scottish 'Water of Life'. Following your tasting, enjoy a complimentary main course from the bar menu.
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Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Chamber King Room with Breakfast, 4 TWN (8 Adults)

Day 2 - In Good Spirits in Edinburgh

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Edinburgh Walking Tour and Gullane Golf

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Edinburgh Walking Tour and Castle Visit

Meet your private guide at your hotel and depart on foot for a half-day walking tour through Scotland’s hilly capital, Edinburgh, founded over 1,200 years ago. You'll also explore New Town, co-listed with the Old Town as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which features the famous Princes Street with its ornate 200-foot-high Scott Monument, along with historic Georgian and neo-classical architecture. Stroll the renowned Royal Mile in Old Town, bookended by the 12th-century Edinburgh Castle at one end and the 16th-century Holyrood Palace at the other, the residence of the British monarch in Scotland. Spot the prominent St Giles’ Cathedral, a religious focal point for nearly 900 years. Pass the National Museum of Scotland and learn of the city’s hidden subterranean passages running below street level. Visit the iconic Edinburgh Castle, perched on Castle Rock with an imposing stance upon the historic old town below. Stroll the courtyard and learn about the historic royal residence from the outside before leaving your guide while you visit the inside of the castle, where you can see the lavish interiors, and even the Crown Jewels.
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Golf at Gullane Golf Club

Play one of the famous courses at Gullane today - beautifully situated alongside the East Lothian shore and near the historic Club House Pub, where you may like to take your lunch. Gullane Golf Club offers championship quality links golf courses with dramatic views across the Firth of Forth to Edinburgh and Fife. The three golf courses do not have names but simply numbers, which reflect their age. Gullane No. 1 has a long history of hosting international Championship golf events and is an Open Championship Qualifying course. The No. 1 Course will be hosting local final qualifying for the Open in 2013 when the Championship is played at Muirfield. Gullane No.2 has also been used for Open Championship Qualifying and the Seniors Open Amateur. Gullane No.3, whilst being the shortest of the three golf courses, still provides a stern challenge for golfers of all abilities. Visitor tee times (subject to change) are: No. 1 Course: Weekdays – 10.30 to 12.00 and 14.30 to 16.00, Weekends – 10.56 and 11.04 and 14.56 to 15.28. No. 2 and No. 3 Courses: Weekdays and weekends – There are no time restrictions on these courses for visitors; however, fourballs are not allowed until 9.04 am. Stats: Gullane 1: 18 holes, par 71, yards: 6,548. Gullane 2: 18 holes, par 71, white yards: 6,385, yellow yards: 5,976. Gullane 3: 18 holes, par 68, yards: 5,259.
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Transfer to Gullane Golf Course

DepartureEdinburgh
DestinationGullane Golf Course
Meet your private driver and vehicle for a transfer to Gullane Golf Course. A return transfer to your hotel will be provided after your round of golf. Each transfer is approximately 45 minutes.
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Return Transfer to Hotel

DepartureGullane Golf Course
DestinationEdinburgh
A return transfer to your hotel will be provided after your round of golf. Each transfer is approximately 45 minutes.
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Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Chamber King Room with Breakfast, 4 TWN (8 Adults)

Day 3 - Edinburgh To St Andrews

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Golf and Guided Tour at St Andrews

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Transfer to St Andrews

DepartureEdinburgh
DestinationSt Andrews
Meet your private driver and vehicle for a transfer to St. Andrews. Approximate travel time is 1.5 hours.
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Old Course Walking Tour

Course in St Andrews. Walk in the footsteps of legends and gain a player’s perspective of the famous links. Golf has been played in St Andrews for over 600 years, with many tracing its origins here back to the 12th century. As the birthplace of the game, this tour offers a deep dive into the rich history of the course, featuring iconic landmarks and stories that make it unlike any other in the world. The Old Course remains a working course, busy with play six days a week year-round, which makes this tour the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the course's legacy without the need to secure a coveted tee time. Standard Walking Tour: Enjoy a guided walk of the Old Course, lasting approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. After your tour, take home a complimentary Old Course scorecard, available at the Links Clubhouse Shop or the Old Course Shop as a memorable keepsake from your visit.
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Golf at St Andrews New Course

Unwind with a round of golf at the St. Andrews New Course. The oldest 'new' course in the world, the second course at the Home of Golf was built by the Keeper of the Green, Tom Morris, in 1895. Imaginatively named to differentiate from its famous neighbor, this stretch of green delivers a classic test. Boasting undulating fairways and difficult greens, the New Course aims to challenge your game.
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The Rusacks Hotel

Rusacks King or Twin with Breakfast, 4 TWN (8 Adults)

Day 4 - St Andrews Golf and Distillery Experience

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Golf at Kingsbarns and Whisky Tasting in Fife

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Transfer to Kingsbarns Golf Club

DepartureSt Andrews
DestinationKingsbarns Golf Club
Meet your private driver and vehicle for a transfer to Kingsbarns Golf Club. A return transfer to your hotel will be provided after your round of golf. Each transfer will be approximately 30 minutes.
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Golf at Kingsbarns Golf Links

Enjoy a round of golf today, teeing off at the famous Kingsbarns Golf Links, one of the premier courses in the world, and celebrated co-host of the annual Dunhill Links Championship. One of the last true seaside links able to be developed in Scotland, architect Kyle Phillips made full use of the 1.8 miles of picturesque North Sea coastline, ensuring golfers have stunning views out over the sea from nearly every hole. Stats: 18 holes. Maximum handicaps: 28 for Gentlemen and 36 for Ladies.
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Kingsbarns Distillery Tour and Tasting

Explore Kingsbarns Distillery, where tradition and craftsmanship come together in the heart of Fife. Rated 5 stars on TripAdvisor, our visitor experience includes guided tours, tastings, and a behind-the-scenes look at how we create our handcrafted spirits. Whether you’re a whisky enthusiast or simply curious, Kingsbarns offers a fascinating insight into Scotland’s whisky-making heritage. This tour is the perfect introduction to Scotch whisky after a day enjoying some of Fife's other delights. Your distillery highlights tour will take your through our exhibition and distillery, before enjoying a selection of three drams either in the café or one of our tasting rooms.
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The Rusacks Hotel

Rusacks King or Twin with Breakfast, 4 TWN (8 Adults)

Day 5 - St Andrews To Carnoustie To St Andrews

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Golf at Carnoustie and Return to St Andrews

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Transfer to Carnoustie Golf Club

DepartureSt Andrews
DestinationCarnoustie Golf Club
Meet your private driver and vehicle for a transfer to Carnoustie Golf Club. A return transfer to your hotel will be provided after your round of golf. Each transfer is approximately a 1 hr drive.
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Golf at Carnoustie Golf Links

Enjoy a round of golf at the historic Championship Course at Carnoustie Golf Links, renowned host of the Open Championship, and the annual pro-am Alfred Dunhill Links Championship. Considered one of the most difficult courses in the British Isles, and even the world, a day on the Championship Course is sure to dazzle the avid golfer. Stats: 18 holes, par 72, yards 6,941. Handicap limit for Men is 28 and for Ladies 36.
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The Rusacks Hotel

Rusacks King or Twin with Breakfast, 4 TWN (8 Adults)

Day 6 - St Andrews To Gleneagles

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Historic Castles, Whisky Tasting, and Gleneagles Arrival

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Transfer from St Andrews to Gleneagles with Sightseeing

DepartureSt Andrews
DestinationGleneagles
Set out with your private driver-guide on a journey to the shores of Gleneagles, taking some time to explore some of Scotland's history along the way. Along the route, make a stop to explore the impressive Stirling Castle. Its commanding position on a lofty volcanic rock rivals the grandeur of Edinburgh Castle, making it visible for miles in every direction. Visit the renowned William Wallace Monument, a prominent Stirling landmark situated above the fields where William Wallace achieved victory at The Battle of Stirling Bridge. Discover the tale of this patriot and martyr, Scotland's National Hero, and admire the ancient broadsword. Proceed to the picturesque Glengoyne Distillery, often hailed as "Scotland's Most Beautiful Distillery," for a distinctive whisky tasting experience. Finally, continue your journey to reach your accommodation in Gleneagles.
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Visit Stirling Castle

Make a stop to explore the impressive Stirling Castle. Its commanding position on a lofty volcanic rock rivals the grandeur of Edinburgh Castle, making it visible for miles in every direction.
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Visit William Wallace Monument

Visit the renowned William Wallace Monument, a prominent Stirling landmark situated above the fields where William Wallace achieved victory at The Battle of Stirling Bridge. Discover the tale of this patriot and martyr, Scotland's National Hero, and admire the ancient broadsword.
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Glengoyne Distillery Whisky Tasting

Proceed to the picturesque Glengoyne Distillery, often hailed as "Scotland's Most Beautiful Distillery," for a distinctive whisky tasting experience.
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Gleneagles

Large Manor Double Room with Breakfast, 4 TWN (8 Adults)

Day 7 - Gleneagles Golf Experience

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Golf at Gleneagles' Iconic Courses

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Golf at Gleneagles

Play a round of golf at spectacular Gleneagles. Enjoy The King's Course, opened in 1919, a masterpiece of design which has tested the aristocracy of golf, both professional and amateur. Experience The Queen's Course, offering a lovely woodland settings, lochans and ditches as water hazards, as well as many moorland characteristics. At 3,192 yards long, the challenge of the first nine can be deceptive, with even some of the best players finding it a test to make par into a fresh south westerly breeze. Discover the incredibly PGA Centenary Course, which begins by playing southeast towards the glen, sweeping up the Ochil Hills to the summit of the pass below Ben Shee which joins it to Glendevon. Stats: Kings Course: 18 holes, par 68, yards: 6,066. Queen's Course: 18 holes, par 68, yards: 5,660 (mens/yellow). PGA Course: 18 holes, par 73, yards: 6,366 (mens/yellow).
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Gleneagles

Large Manor Double Room with Breakfast, 4 TWN (8 Adults)

Day 8 - Gleneagles To Edinburgh

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Private Transfer from Gleneagles to Edinburgh

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Private Transfer from Gleneagles to Edinburgh

DepartureGleneagles
DestinationEdinburgh
Meet your driver for a private transfer to Edinburgh. Travel time is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
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Depart (Int`l Airport)

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1. Edinburgh

Edinburgh, Scotland

2. Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

1 India Buildings, Victoria St, Edinburgh EH1 2EX, United Kingdom

3. Gullane Golf Club

West Links Rd, Gullane EH31 2BB, United Kingdom

4. St Andrews

St Andrews, Fife, Scotland

5. The Rusacks Hotel

Pilmour Links, St Andrews KY16 9JQ, United Kingdom

6. Kingsbarns Golf Links

Kingsbarns, St Andrews KY16 8QD, United Kingdom

7. Kingsbarns Distillery

Kingsbarns, St Andrews KY16 8QE, United Kingdom

8. Carnoustie Golf Links

Links Parade, Carnoustie DD7 7JE, United Kingdom

9. Gleneagles

Auchterarder, Perthshire PH3 1NF, United Kingdom

10. Stirling Castle

Castle Wynd, Stirling FK8 1EJ, United Kingdom

11. The National Wallace Monument

Abbey Craig, Hillfoots Rd, Stirling FK9 5LF, United Kingdom

12. Glengoyne Distillery

Dumgoyne, Glasgow G63 9LB, United Kingdom

13. Edinburgh Airport

Edinburgh EH12 9DN, United Kingdom