Booking a Golf Trip to Scotland – A Step-by-Step Guide for a Stress-Free Experience
Scotland is the ultimate golf destination, but trying to organise tee times at world-famous courses, accommodation, transport, and experiences can quickly become overwhelming. That’s why knowing how to book a golf trip to Scotland properly is key. Whether it’s your first time or your fifth, this guide walks you through every step of the process, from choosing where to play, to understanding how tee time ballots work, and how to make sure you don’t miss a single highlight. And if you’d rather leave the details to the pros, ProScot Golf specialises in building seamless, custom itineraries that take care of everything. Read on for our step-by-step advice on how to book the perfect Scottish golf holiday.
Step 1: Choose Your Travel Dates
- Best time to visit: April to October
- Peak months: June–August (longer daylight, higher demand)
- Value months: April, May, September (great weather + lower pricing)
- Consider major events like The Open or local tournaments which may affect availability.
ProScot Tip: Book at least 6–12 months in advance for peak summer dates.
Step 2: Decide Where You Want to Play
Use ProScot’s trusted course list to guide you. Here are some standout options:
- St Andrews (Old Course, New, Jubilee)
- Kingsbarns Golf Links
- Royal Dornoch
- Carnoustie Golf Links
- Trump Turnberry (Ailsa Course)
- North Berwick & Gullane No. 1
- Castle Stuart & Nairn
- Elie, Crail, Fraserburgh for hidden gems
Choose one region or build a multi-region tour. ProScot helps you link logistics easily.
Step 3: Secure Tee Times (Ballots, Bookings & Access)
Iconic courses like the Old Course operate by ballot (lottery) or limited advance access.
ProScot can:
- Enter you into daily ballots
- Submit advanced applications
- Offer tee time access via partner allocations
We also help plan secondary rounds nearby in case of ballot misses.
Step 4: Pick Your Accommodation
Options include:
- Luxury stays: Old Course Hotel, Trump Turnberry, Gleneagles
- Boutique options: Marine Hotel North Berwick, Ness Walk Inverness
- Great value: Ardgowan Hotel (St Andrews), The Station Hotel (Elgin)
ProScot pre-books your hotel based on your itinerary and preferences.
Step 5: Arrange Transport
Choices include:
- Private driver (perfect for groups)
- Self-drive car hire (for flexibility)
- Group coaches (for corporate or larger group travel)
We’ll plan every transfer from airport pick-up to course drop-off—no sat nav stress needed.
Step 6: Add Experiences
Make the trip unforgettable with optional extras:
- Whisky tours (Glenkinchie, Macallan, Glenfiddich)
- Sightseeing (Edinburgh Castle, Loch Ness, Speyside Trail)
- Spa days for non-golfers
- Private dining in castles or fine restaurants
- Photography packages to capture your trip
Step 7: Confirm & Pack!
Once your itinerary is finalised, ProScot provides:
- Full travel schedule
- Booking confirmations
- Packing list and local travel tips
- Real-time support while you’re in Scotland
All you need to do is show up and swing away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How far in advance should I book my trip?
A: For top courses and summer travel, 6–12 months in advance is ideal. ProScot handles last-minute requests where possible too.
Q: Can I customise every part of the trip?
A: Absolutely. From tee times to room upgrades to whisky tours, your itinerary is built around your group’s needs.
Q: What if I don’t get a ballot tee time at St Andrews?
A: We plan backup rounds at nearby gems and can often resubmit ballots across multiple days.
Q: Can I book a golf trip for a group or corporate event?
A: Yes. We specialise in multi-person itineraries with professional group logistics.
Booking a golf trip to Scotland should be exciting—not stressful. Let ProScot Golf handle every detail of your dream golf holiday, from tee times to luxury stays and local experiences. Contact us today to start planning a seamless, unforgettable Scottish golf journey with expert support every step of the way.
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For anyone looking to arrange their dream trip to Saint Andrews for Golf, I highly recommend Proscot. Truly perfection! ~ Every arrangement from tee times, dinner reservations, recommendations for things to see and do, how to navigate getting on the old course, the new course, arranging Carnoustie, the recommendation of Lundin links (which was awesome) room arrangements, drop off and pick up - simply perfect in every way. ~Nicola Scott Was my driver, arranger and all around perfect guide and host. Hire them, listen to them and have every expectation exceeded!
Read morewe just spent a week with 20 persons in and around aberdeen. it was fabulous! pro scot golf tours organized everything excellent and made this golfing experience unforgettable for all of us. we stayed at the chester hotel and payed 5 magnificent golf courses including royal aberdeen and cruden bay, netherburgh, stonehaven and dee side. it was our 6th trip with pro scot and everyone was an absolute highlight. we will definitely come back.
Read moreI will be shocked if John and Nicola ever receive anything less than 5 Star ratings. My mates and I were looking for the "bucket list" golf trip to Scotland. We got an itinerary with confirmed tee times and dining reservations a year in advance. The golf courses were Turnberry, Prestwick, Royal Troon, St. Andrews Castle, THE OLD COURSE and Carnoustie. Upon arrival John promised that if anything was not to our liking to call him immediately and he would look into it. We never got a chance to test out his promise because everything went perfectly - with several positive surprises. Thanks John and Nicola for making our trip memorable.
Read moreJohn and Nicola were perfect hosts. They took care of everything and it made our trip unforgettable. Their attention to detail is incredible and everything went smoothly. We had a guaranteed tee time for the Old Course which was the centerpiece of the trip. And they were very fun and nice people to be around. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a Scottish golf vacation.
Read moreThank you ProScott Golf Tours for an amazing time in Scotland! Five historic courses in six days including Carnoustie and the Old Course. If you are going to go to Golf’s holy land, go with a local that knows golf. Prompt, professional, informative, flexible and above all fun to be with, Nicola and John really take care of you like family. They have pre-thought about everything for your convenience, comfort and enjoyment! You are taken care of from landing to takeoff. Thank you ProScott GOLF Tours.
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