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 Great Britain - Scotland - United
Kingdom- BackScotland Golf Vacations No country is more closely associated with golf than Scotland. In fact, the game was invented here! Scotland has over 540 golf courses to choose from including world famous championship golf courses such as The Old Course St Andrews, Royal Troon, Carnoustie, Muirfield, Turnberry and Gleneagles. We will be happy to plan any other itinerary for you. What's Included:
Price per person sharing a twin or triple room  Scotland Golf Price per person sharing a twin or triple room
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GLENEAGLES nr. Auchterarder (Central) The golf here is outstanding on 3 world class golf courses - Kings, Queens, and Monarch.. The Kings and Queens courses were designed by James Braid. Reigning supreme, the Monarch is the longest course in Scotland at 7,081 yards. You must be a resident at Gleneagles to play. OLD PRESTWICK south of Glasgow Prestwick occupies a unique niche in British golf history, since it was Old Prestwick where the British Open started in 1860. Due to the tight contours of this course, at 6,544 yards, a par 71 is not long by championship standards, yet it is a great test of skill and temperament. Handicap: Men 20/Ladies 28  ST. ANDREWS OLD COURSE St. Andrews (Fife) Bobby
Jones, one of the all time greats of golf, is quoted as saying that St. Andrews
is his spiritual home and that he could relinquish all other pleasures and
places as long as he could play the Old Course. This course is confirmed by
ballot the night before play. We can arrange guaranteed tee times at a
substantially increased cost. Handicap: Men 24/Ladies 36 . The New Course,
Kingsbarns, Eden and Jubilee, Dukes. We can arrange for guaranteed tee
times on the Old Course at substantially higher prices with a three
night stay in St. Andrews. Please note: We are not able to make advance
reservations on the Old Course for Saturday play and the Old Course is closed
on Sunday. It is also a mandatory requirement for play on the Old Course that
golfers be in possession of a handicap certificate, showing a handicap of 24 or
lower for men, and 36 or lower for ladies.
TROON south of Glasgow It is said that Troon has the toughest closing stretch of holes of any of the Championship courses. This course has the longest and shortest holes on the Championship circuit - the 6th stretches 577 yards, while the 8th, also known as the Postage Stamp, is a mere 120 yards long. The course boasts a bunker for every day of the year. When the wind blows, you are likely to visit many of them., particularly since most are invisible to the naked eye. No women allowed on the Old Course, Portland only Handicap: Men 22/Ladies 30 TURNBERRY Near Glasgow A venue for the British Open. The 9th tee on the Turnberry Ailsa course is world famous. It is said that once the great Sam Snead, playing in a high wind, refused to venture onto the tee unless someone held his hand. On a clear day, the scenery is incomparable and unmistakably Scottish. Kintyre course. Please note that non residential tee times may only be reserved a maximum of 2 weeks in advance on the Ailsa Course and 1 month in advance on the Kintyre Course. WESTERN GAILES (Glasgow/Irvine) Western Gailes, just south of Kilmarnock, is one of Scotland's prettiest links. It has many challenging holes, and well positioned pot bunkers. It is used as a qualifying venue for the Open when played at nearby Troon or Turnberry. Some suggestions: BLAIRGOWRIE Tayside region NAIRN (near Inverness) ROYAL DORNOCH north of Inverness (Highlands)
Scottish Highlander Barge Scotland Golf vacation - Classic Highlands Golf Cruise Itinerary Corpach to Dochgarroch  Sunday - Golf cruise day 1 INVERNESS TO
CORPACH At 4pm we meet at the charming Glenmoriston Town House Hotel in
Inverness and drive you directly to the Scottish Highlander. Champagne Welcome
followed by a short cruise along heather-lined canal finishing back in the
sleepy village of Dochgarroch in time for dinner aboard. Monday - Golf cruise day 2 CORPACH TO GAIRLOCHY Morning cruise to the pretty hamlet of Gairlochy. After lunch on board we then take a short transfer to Fort William Golf Course (Tee Time 2.30pm). We doubt you will find a more beautiful or scenic course in Scotland. No two holes are the same. The course is a mixture of parkland and heath land and the deep rough makes this a very challenging course. After golf we return to Scottish Highlander for dinner aboard. (18 holes, 5377m, Par 68) Tuesday - Golf cruise day 3 GAIRLOCHY TO FORT AUGUSTUS This morning we cross stunning highland countryside via tiny lochs and Glen Morriston and Shiel to romantic Eilean Doonan castle, setting for the film Highlander. On our return we stop for a dram or cup of tea at Tom Doun Trout Fishing Inn overlooking spectacular Glen Garry. We then cruise across enchanting Loch Oich and to the village of Fort Augustus where we ascend the 5 lock flight. We moor opposite 14th century Fort Augustus Abbey at River Oich pier with time to wander the village and visit antique and craft shops. In the afternoon we have a round of golf at nearby Fort Augustus Golf Course, (Tee Time 2pm) probably the only course in the world kept manicured by a herd of sheep! Featuring 18 tees and 9 holes in a challenging canal side setting. Dinner ashore at Inchnacardoch Lodge built in 1878 as a Hunting Lodge for Lord Lovat of Lovat. The Gaelic meaning of "Inch na Cardoch" is "Island of the Cherry Tree" and the man-made island, or crannog, of the name is the only island on Loch Ness. (18 tees, 9 hole, 4970m, Par 67)  Wednesday - Golf cruise day 4 FORT AUGUSTUS TO
DRUMNADROCHIT Morning visit to Fort George, completed in 1769 to discourage
Jacobite rebellion and portraying military life 200 years ago. Return via
Moniac Winery and Jelly shop Enjoy lunch whilst cruising the Loch Ness. Since
565 AD, when St Columbus saved a swimmer from a hungry but somewhat shy
monster, regular sightings have been recorded! Dinner on board Thursday - Golf cruise day 5 DRUMNADROCHIT TO DOCHGARROCH Morning cruise along the Caledonian Canal and enchanting Loch Dochfour and past Lord Burton’s estate before crossing fabled Loch Ness to 13th century Urquhart Castle and Bay and our mooring at Dochgarroch. Arrive in Dochgarroch at midday for lunch on board and then the short transfer to Nairn Golf Club. (Tee times of 2.30pm) Nairn's reputation is well founded, hosting many professional and amateur events. Several holes border the North Sea and whilst Scotland's driest course, it is possibly the windiest! Return to the barge for dinner aboard. (6113 yards Par 73, Clubs and electric trolleys available). Friday - Golf cruise day 6 DOCHGARROCH TO MUIRTOWN Depart at 8.30am for the Royal Dornoch Golf Course for a round on one of Scotland's famous links courses designed by Tom Morris. (Tee Time of 10.30am) Dornoch dates from 1616 and is internationally acclaimed. Return to the barge for lunch. Cruise this afternoon to Banavie and Neptune’s Staircase, a flight of eight locks that is a spectacular feat of engineering. Dinner on board. (6514 yards Par 73 + pull trolleys available) Saturday - Golf cruise day 7 MUIRTOWN TO INVERNESS Passengers disembark for Inverness after a hearty Scottish breakfast and are transferred to Inverness by minibus arriving at approximately 11am This is a sample itinerary and is subject to change. On Alternative weeks the cruise is in the reverse direction By clicking here you will be redirected to our Cruise Tour Planners Site. NOTES FOR GOLF CRUISE ITINERARIES Handicap Certificates are required at most Scottish Golf Clubs and must be shown to the management on arrival. Minimum Handicap allowed is Men 28 and Ladies 36 No jeans or sweatshirts are permitted on the course or in the clubhouses. All footwear must be changed after playing golf before entering the clubhouse lounge or dining room. No alcohol is permitted on the golf courses Caddies are available at most of the bigger clubs but should be arranged well in advance. Hand trolleys are available for hire at most courses as are golf clubs. Buggies are more common now but walking is still generally the rule in Scotland. If you require a ride-on buggy for medical reasons, it will need to be booked well in advance Caddies, trolleys and buggies can be pre-arranged by ourselves but should be paid for by yourselves directly to the golf club or caddy. Some courses cannot guarantee trolleys or caddies Charter 7 passengers whole boat Value $26,200 Regular $29,800 Charter 8 passengers whole boat Value $27,200 Regular $31,000 Child Discount: $150 discount is offered to children aged 0-17 inclusive Jan, Feb, Mar Value Season April 5, 12, 19 , 26 Value Season May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Regular Season June 7, 14, 21, 28 Regular Season July 5, 12, 19, 26 Regular Season August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Regular Season September 6, 13, 20, 27 Regular Season October 4, 11, 18, 25 Value Season Nov, Dec Value Season 2 passengers required on all departures to guarantee the cruise except March and November when a minimum of 4 passengers is required. THEME CRUISES AVAILABLE FOR CHARTER GROUPS Golf Cruise - $800 supplement per golfer - Available for Charter Groups or minimum of 4 passengers. THAMES GOLF CRUISE (England) Magna Carta Golf cruise Itinerary England Golf vacation and Luxury cruise aboard Magna Carta Henley-on-Thames to Hampton Court Palace Imagine you and your friends combining your love of golf with a leisurely cruise aboard Magna Carta, a fully-crewed luxury hotel barge, drifting along tranquil waterways past some of the most beautiful scenery in England, along the Royal river Thames. Your floating hotel is furnished with every modern comfort The finest gourmet cuisine is prepared by your on-board master chef, complemented by a wide array of fine regional wines and an open bar, and of course, the experienced and knowledgeable crew is there to attend to your slightest need.  Sunday, Golf cruise Day 1 London - Kingston-on-Thames -
Hampton Court Palace Meet the Captain at The Cadogan Hotel at 4pm for afternoon
English Cream Tea, before being transferred to the Magna Carta. Champagne
reception and welcome by the Captain. Early evening cruise to Hampton Court
Palace, former Tudor Palace of Henry VIII, where we moor for the night. Dinner
aboard. Monday, Golf cruise Day 2 Hampton Court Palace - Shepperton Today’s golf is at the famous Walton Heath Golf Club. Famous for staging the Ryder Cup and European Open Championships. Once owned by the News of the World, Mp’s, Lords and members of the press would be invited to Walton heath by Sir Elmsley Carr. Designed by Herbert Fowler in 1903. In the afternoon enjoy a meandering cruise upstream following the course of the Thames to Shepperton. Dinner aboard (18 holes Par 72 6198m) Tuesday, Golf cruise Day 3 Shepperton - Runnymede Today’s golf is at Richmond Golf Club. This is a beautiful and historic wood parkland course on the edge of Richmond Park. The 4th is often described as the best short hole in the South of England. Cunningly sighted trees call the great accuracy. Afternoon cruise to Runnymede hotel where we have use of the excellent spa facilities including swimming pools, saunas, steam rooms and beauty treatments. Dinner aboard (18 holes, 5474m Par 70) Wednesday, Golf cruise Day 4 Runnymede - Windsor This morning we have an option. We can take a short drive to view the Magna Carta memorial where King John faced the powerful barons and was made to sign the document from which our barge takes her name. We also visit the commonwealth air force memorial, opened by the queen to commemorate those 20000 airmen who have no known grave.(Or Optional Golf at Wentworth to be paid for by guests directly to the club. Wentworth is considered one of Europe’s finest clubs and almost needs no introduction. Famous for the PGA and World Match Play Tournaments as well as many other events). Afternoon cruise through beautiful countryside to Windsor. We see Windsor Castle, built by William the Conqueror in 1066 and inhabited for over 900 years by the Royal Family. Our mooring is on a private island with a unique view of the Castle. Dinner aboard (18 holes, 6142m, Par 73)  Thursday, Golf cruise Day 5 Windsor - Cookham Today’s golf is
at Sunningdale Golf Club, established in 1901 and ranked as one of the top 20
courses in the world. The Old Course founded in 1901 was designed by Willie
Park. It is classic course with gorse and pine trees, silver birch, heather and
immaculate turf. This afternoon we leave Royal Windsor behind us we cruise past
fabulous waterside homes through the spectacular Clivedon reach and the open
English countryside. We moor in Cookham, once described as ‘Heaven on
Earth’ by artist Stanley Spencer, one of England’s greatest and most
eccentric painters. Dinner aboard (18 hole, 5526m Par 70) Friday, Golf cruise Day 6 Cookham - Henley-on-Thames This morning we cruise to Henley on Thames, and along the famous Henley Regatta Course. Golf this afternoon is at Temple Golf Club. This gently undulating course has panoramic views of the Thames valley and is noted for it's firm , fast greens. Captains Farewell Dinner aboard (18 hole 6232 yds par 70) Saturday, Golf cruise Day 7 Henley-on-Thames - London Following breakfast, disembark at 10 am and return to London. NOTE: On alternate weeks, cruise will be in reverse direction. This is a sample itinerary and is subject to change. Magna Carta Meeting point: Sunday 3 pm, The Stafford Hotel, St James's Place, London By clicking here you will be redirected to our Cruise Tour Planners Site. For more cruise itineraries, visit our other website: www.cruisetourplanners.com Irish Biking - We have bicycling for the fit and not-so-fit. Scottish Biking - Self guided tours, at your own pace Irish Walking - Join us for a easy, moderate or challenging walking tour British Walking - guided walking tours, either in one location or from coast to coast Golf - Ireland has more than 400 Golf courses. Irish Fishing -salmon and trout fishing on the Moy River and Lough Cong . Click here for a credit card form. Tour conditions and Travel Insurance Questions? Contact Lynott Tours at 1 (800) 221-2474 USA & Canada CNTRL D TO BOOKMARK THIS PAGECruising in Ireland
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