Scotland · Private Links Journeys
Bespoke Links Golf Tours to Scotland
Private, door-to-door golf itineraries across Scotland’s most storied links, handcrafted for discerning golfers, families and corporate hosts.
- Guaranteed tee times where available at Scotland’s iconic links.
- Private chauffeur or driver-guided transfers throughout your trip.
- Handpicked hotels, castles and country houses to match your group’s style.
Our Approach
Specialists in Scottish Links Golf
Bespoke Links Golf exists for golfers who want Scotland’s great links on their own terms—not as an off-the-shelf package. We design fully tailored itineraries that combine championship tee times, characterful accommodation and seamless private transport.
Every journey begins with a private consultation. We take time to understand your handicap range, pace of play, whisky preferences, dining expectations and accommodation style, so your itinerary feels as though it was made for your group alone.
Our Flagship Scotland Journey
The Old Course Guaranteed Package
A 10-day, 9-night private golf pilgrimage through St Andrews and Edinburgh, built around the game’s most coveted round. Experience seven championship links, two luxury hotels, and seamless private touring.
- Guaranteed Old Course tee time, alongside Jubilee, Kingsbarns, Gullane No. 1, Gleneagles PGA Centenary, Dumbarnie, and the Castle Course.
- Six nights at Seaton House, your luxury townhouse base in St Andrews.
- Three nights at Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa in the heart of Edinburgh.
- Private transfers throughout, including airport logistics and dedicated cultural touring.
Your day-by-day journey
The Old Course Package, In Detail
A concise view of the 10-day St Andrews and Edinburgh journey. Your full itinerary is refined around your selected dates, group and golf priorities.
A Royal Welcome
Private transfer from Edinburgh Airport to Seaton House, a first look at the Old Course and a welcome dinner with Scotch whisky.
Championship Links
Play the Jubilee Course, then enjoy the R&A World Golf Museum and a private walk through historic St Andrews.
Modern Masterpiece
A private transfer to Kingsbarns Golf Links, followed by optional coastal seafood dining in the East Neuk.
East Lothian Heritage
Tee off at historic Gullane No. 1 and explore the coastal villages, beaches and views of East Lothian.
Ryder Cup Legacy
Experience the PGA Centenary Course and the celebrated Gleneagles estate, one of Scotland’s great resort settings.
The Bucket-List Round
The centrepiece: play the Old Course, cross the Swilcan Bridge and take on the storied Road Hole.
Capital Splendour
Travel privately to Edinburgh for the Royal Mile and Castle before checking in at the Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa.
Coastal Drama
Play acclaimed Dumbarnie Links, with time afterwards for Edinburgh’s dining, culture and private experiences.
The Grand Finale
Return to St Andrews for the Castle Course; add an optional helicopter flight and a celebratory farewell dinner.
Homeward Bound
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before your private airport transfer and departure from Edinburgh.
An invitation to start somewhere
Sample Bespoke Links Itineraries
These example journeys show what is possible. Treat them as starting points; we will adjust courses, pace and hotels around your exact dates, budget and group profile.
01 · FifeSt Andrews & Fife Classics
Walk in the footsteps of legends on the Old Course and neighbouring Fife links, combined with elegant stays and private coastal touring.
Golf: St Andrews Old Course, subject to ballot and availability, Kingsbarns and additional Fife links selected for your group.
Stay: A boutique hotel or townhouse in St Andrews, with chauffeur-driven transfers and optional hidden, member-only experiences.
Use as a starting point →02 · HighlandsHighlands & Whisky Links
Royal Dornoch, Cabot Highlands and remote northern gems, paired with whisky estates and dramatic coastal drives through Scotland’s wild north.
Golf: Royal Dornoch, Cabot Highlands and additional Highland links selected for challenge and scenery.
Stay: A country house or lodge near Dornoch or Inverness, with private touring through glens, coastlines and heritage whisky vaults.
Use as a starting point →03 · Edinburgh CoastEast Lothian & Edinburgh Links
Classic links east of Edinburgh combined with the city’s dining, culture and optional castle or estate stays.
Golf: Gullane, North Berwick and other East Lothian links tailored to your group’s ambitions.
Stay: A boutique hotel in Edinburgh or East Lothian, with private transfers, restaurant reservations, whisky bars and heritage estate visits.
Use as a starting point →Designed around you
How Your Bespoke Scotland Links Tour Comes Together
A private team handles the complex details, while you stay focused on the courses, the company and the next memorable round.
01 / DISCOVER
Private Consultation
Your concierge gathers every detail—handicap range, pace of play, preferred whisky, dining and accommodation style—to shape an ideal Scottish links escape.
02 / CURATE
Bespoke Curation
We pursue coveted tee times at icons such as the Old Course and Royal Dornoch, pairing them with handpicked castles, manors and trusted drivers.
03 / DELIVER
Seamless Execution
From arrival to the 19th hole, your dedicated team manages transfers, tastings, caddies and reservations, so you can simply play, unwind and entertain.
Choose your Scotland
Scotland’s Signature Links Regions
Each region has its own balance of history, challenge, access and scenery. We build itineraries that explore one area in depth, or combine several into a single extraordinary journey.
- St Andrews & FifeLegendary routing, coastal views, historic town streets and an unmatched concentration of celebrated links.
- Highlands & IslandsRoyal Dornoch, Cabot Highlands, remote gems, whisky estates and dramatic coastal drives through Scotland’s wild north.
- East Lothian & Edinburgh CoastTraditional links including Gullane and North Berwick, complemented by world-class dining, culture and heritage.
Stay your way
Exceptional St Andrews Stays
From storied hotels beside the Old Course to private country houses, we match every group with an exceptional base that suits its pace, privacy and preferred style.
Rusacks St Andrews
A characterful town-centre stay, perfectly placed for the Old Course and St Andrews’ lively dining scene.
Old Course Hotel
Grand resort comfort, iconic views and an exceptional base for a landmark golf journey.
Fairmont St Andrews
Contemporary resort space, coastal calm and a refined setting for larger groups.
Seaton House
A beautifully restored boutique choice, offering a discreet, polished St Andrews experience.
Private Manor Home
For groups who value complete privacy, personal space and hosting on their own terms.
Every mile considered
Private Luxury Transfers
From airport arrival to the final round, your group travels privately and comfortably. We arrange Mercedes V-Class and Sprinter-style vehicles according to party size, luggage and golf-bag requirements.
Beyond the scorecard
Private Scottish Excursions
Each journey has room for the places that make St Andrews and Scotland unforgettable. We curate private touring around your group’s interests, energy and preferred pace.
St Andrews Cathedral
Take in the dramatic ruins, medieval history and coastal atmosphere of St Andrews’ most evocative landmark.
Whisky Distillery
Private tastings, masterclasses and heritage pours shaped around the group’s whisky preferences.
R&A World Golf Museum
Explore the game’s history in the town where its most enduring traditions still set the tone.
St Andrews University
Discover the historic streets, architecture and academic character that give the town its singular charm.
Made unmistakably yours
Bespoke Experiences
The finest details are designed around the people travelling with you: from an aerial view of the links to a private dinner, or a personalised welcome waiting in your room.
Helicopter Touring
Private aerial journeys over Scotland’s dramatic coastlines, fairways and hidden landscapes.
Private Chef & Dining
Chef-led dinners, intimate private venues and tables designed around your group’s occasion.
Personalised Whisky
Custom bottle selections and presentation caskets that become lasting mementos of the journey.
Bespoke Welcome Packs
Thoughtfully prepared arrival gifts and travel details that set the tone from the first night.
Guest perspectives
What Our Golf Travellers Say
Our Highlands tour was flawless from touchdown to departure. Tee times, tastings and transfers were perfectly timed—all we had to think about was the next shot.
Private group · Highlands itinerary
Bespoke Links Golf understood our group: mixed handicaps, some non-golfers, whisky lovers. The Scotland trip kept everyone engaged and relaxed.
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Plan with confidence
Frequently Asked Questions
From booking lead times to caddies and parallel plans for non-golfers, here are a few of the questions we answer most often.
When should we book for peak season?
For the prime links season from May to September, we recommend starting the planning process nine to twelve months in advance, especially for specific courses and room types.
How do Old Course tee times work?
Access to the Old Course is governed by authorised providers and the St Andrews ballot system. We will advise on realistic options for your dates and include excellent nearby alternatives.
What group sizes do you work with?
We regularly design trips for four-balls, larger friendship groups, couples and corporate hosts. Non-golfers are welcome, with parallel sightseeing and dining plans for everyone.
Are caddies and buggies available?
Most classic Scottish links are walking courses with limited buggy availability. We will arrange caddies where possible and match courses to your group’s walking and challenge preferences.
What is the best time of year for links golf?
Spring and autumn offer quieter courses and varied conditions, while summer brings long daylight and peak demand. We will discuss weather expectations and course priorities during your consultation.
Can you arrange sightseeing and whisky tours?
Yes. Every itinerary can include castle visits, coastal touring, distillery experiences and city days in places such as Edinburgh or Inverness, tailored to your interests.
Your journey begins here
Begin Your Scotland Links Journey
Share your ideal dates, group profile and wish-list courses. Your Bespoke Links Golf concierge will respond with a private, no-obligation proposal within 24–48 hours.