The Scottish Highlands Bucket List Experience

The Highland Grandeur: Golf’s Ultimate Roots

8 Nights, 6 Rounds, Majestic Highland Links

“If I had JUST ONE golf journey left to make, it would be to the Scottish Highlands!” This exclusive Experience explores the splendor and majesty of Scotland’s most venerable courses. Playing the best of the best—including Royal Dornoch, Castle Stuart, Cruden Bay, and Royal Aberdeen—this journey encompasses the roots and origin of the game. It is a once-in-a-lifetime immersion into the Highland’s rugged landscape and world-class links golf.

Pricing available upon request.

CANCELLATIONS AND CHANGES

Once tee times and accommodations have been booked and confirmed, and the requisite deposits have been placed, there are no refunds of any deposits or final payments made by Guests or the representative club, except as provided in the 24-Hour Cancellation Policy below.

Garmany Golf strongly recommends travel insurance to protect any Guest against any unforeseen circumstances that may cause a Guest or club to cancel participation in any Experience. We are happy to assist with a quote based on your birthdate and state of residency by reaching out to concierge@garmanygolf.com, or you can explore a ‘Quick Quote’ below:

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24-HOUR CANCELLATION POLICY

Guests may cancel their booking within 24 hours of the time of purchase and receive a full refund, provided that the booking was made at least 4 months prior to the scheduled Experience start date. Cancellations made after this 24-hour period will be subject to the standard cancellation policy outlined above.

ADDITIONAL AND OPTIONAL BOOKINGS, AND PAYMENTS

At the request of a Guest, a Garmany Golf Concierge will be happy to book any non golfing tour, activity or additional round of golf before or during the Experience. Please be aware that an administrative or booking fee may be added to any such booking. In the event of such a fee, the Guest will be notified in advance of the fee and have the opportunity to decline the booking confirmation.

All Guests agree to provide a valid credit card in advance of the Experience that may be used for payment for any additional tour, activity or additional (non included) round of golf booked during the Experience for the Guest.

RESPONSIBILITY

Garmany Golf, as the tour operator, and its selling agents, act only as agents in securing and booking the hotel accommodations and other land tour services provided by others as independent contractors. Garmany Golf, its selling agents or the specified air carriers assume and accept no liability for injury, loss, damage, accident, delay, changes or inconvenience caused by: any force majeure – health risks – reason of war or threat of war – riots – civil strife – terrorist activity – industrial disputes – acts, omission, neglect, delay or default of any person engaged in providing any tour services including transportation and accommodation – technical problems to transport – closure or congestion of airports or ports – building work – extended hotel closure – cancellations or changes of schedules by airlines – interruption or failure of public utilities outside the control of the hotel and similar events beyond our control, including storms, tempests and hurricanes.

Garmany Golf is not liable for loss, damage or theft of luggage or personal belongings, for personal injury, accident or illness on any vehicle or at any place throughout the tour. Garmany Golf reserves the right to cancel an Experience if circumstances so require. In the event of such, Garmany Golf will make a full refund to travelers of all payments received in respect of the Experience. Such a refund of payments will be the full extent of Garmany Golf’s obligation and liability to travelers. Garmany Golf is not responsible or liable for any property damage caused by a Guest. The Guest assumes all responsibility for incidental charges, damages and any necessary replacements needed that may have been caused by the Guest’s visit.

Projected Daily Itinerary & Features

8 Nights of 4 & 5-Star Accommodations
6 Rounds of Bucket List Golf
Full Breakfast Daily
Luxury Ground Transportation
Garmany Golf Concierge Service

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Arrival and Check-in

Arrive at Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) for transfer to the city centre hotel.

Check-in: Malmaison Aberdeen

Check into your 4 or 5-star accommodation.

Welcome to Scotland Dinner

Included Welcome Dinner to commence your experience.

Full Scottish Breakfast

Complimentary full Scottish breakfast is served.

Golf Round #1: Royal Aberdeen Golf Club

Morning round on the historic Balgownie Links, featuring the renowned front nine.

Evening at Leisure

Enjoy dinner and relaxation in Aberdeen.

Full Scottish Breakfast

Complimentary full Scottish breakfast is served.

Golf Round #2: Cruden Bay Golf Club

Morning round on the dramatic and picturesque Cruden Bay links.

Afternoon/Evening at Leisure

Free time for personal enjoyment or exploration.

Full Scottish Breakfast

Complimentary full Scottish breakfast is served.

Golf Round #3: Trump International Scotland

Morning round on the formidable links set amidst the Great Dunes of Scotland.

Evening at Leisure in Aberdeen

Prepare for tomorrow’s transfer to the Highlands.

Full Breakfast and Check-out

After breakfast, check out to begin the luxury ground transfer to the Highlands.

Check-in: AC Hotel Inverness

Check into the AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness, your base for the Highlands portion of the experience.

Optional Whisky Distillery Tour

Optional afternoon visit to a local Whisky Distillery.

Full Scottish Breakfast

Complimentary full Scottish breakfast is served.

Golf Round #4: Royal Dornoch

Morning round on the world-renowned Championship course.

Evening at Leisure

Enjoy dinner and relaxation in the Dornoch or Inverness area.

Full Scottish Breakfast

Complimentary full Scottish breakfast is served.

Golf Round #5: Castle Stuart Golf Club

Morning round on the stunning Castle Stuart links, known for its infinity-edge greens and Moray Firth views.

Evening at Leisure

Free time for personal enjoyment in the Highland capital.

Full Scottish Breakfast

Complimentary full Scottish breakfast is served.

Golf Round #6: The Nairn Golf Club

The final round on the classic links challenge of The Nairn Golf Club.

Farewell to The Highlands Dinner

Included Farewell Dinner to celebrate the conclusion of your luxury experience.

Full Breakfast and Check-out

Enjoy a final breakfast before checking out of the AC Hotel Inverness.

Departure Transfer

Luxury ground transfer to Inverness Airport (INV) for your scheduled departure.

Safe Travels!

We wish you a comfortable journey home following your comprehensive Scottish experience.

The Comforts You Crave, the Style You Love

World-Class Courses, Handpicked for You

Royal Aberdeen Golf Club

Famous for arguably the “best front nine in the world.” This historic links runs parallel to the North Sea, featuring tunnels carved through high dunes and punishing rough, demanding ultimate precision.

Cruden Bay Golf Club

A unique and dramatic course that effortlessly flows through vast dunes. Known for its idiosyncratic routing and thrilling holes set against the historic village of Port Erroll, offering a memorable challenge.

Trump International Scotland, Old Course

A majestic links carved through some of the largest dunes in the world. This formidable challenge is characterized by dramatic elevation changes, immense scale, and views of the boundless North Sea.

Royal Dornoch Golf Club

An elemental and spiritual pilgrimage course, ranked among the best in the world. The game here feels timeless, with renowned plateau greens framed by the stunning Dornoch Firth.

Castle Stuart Golf Links

A modern masterpiece set high above the Moray Firth, offering spectacular views. The design promotes playability with wide fairways and intelligent bunkering, rewarding strategic and imaginative play.

Guestimonials

“If I had JUST ONE golf journey left to make, it would be to the Scottish Highlands!” – Bud Garmany

The Garmany Difference

At Garmany Golf, we believe your journey should be as extraordinary as the courses you play. With curated luxury, exclusive insider access, seamless planning, and the option of a personal host, we create unforgettable golf experiences tailored to you.

Our
Process

Driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence, Garmany Golf thoughtfully curates every detail to craft Experiences that transcend expectations—delivering personalized service and meticulous care at every step of our Guest’s journey. 

Our
Relationships

Our enduring relationships with world-class Partners- including celebrated golf clubs, distinguished luxury hotels, and elite local transportation providers- enable us to deliver seamless service and exclusive access that define every Garmany Experience.

Our
Passion

From the first conversation to the final farewell, the Garmany Experience Team orchestrates every detail with precision and care—remaining available throughout the Experience to ensure it unfolds seamlessly and feels effortless from beginning to end.

FAQs

Answers to your most important questions, crafted for a seamless Experience.

Guests should plan to arrive at Aberdeen (ABZ) and depart from Inverness (INV). All airport and course transfers are included. Caddies are highly recommended (fee £55-£60 + gratuity). Buggy requests require a medical certificate and are subject to availability.

You’re welcome to travel with your own clubs. Nearly every course we play offers premium rental sets, which we’re happy to reserve in advance for your convenience.

We also partner with Ship Sticks, the leaders in golf club shipping, and can arrange for your golf clubs to be shipped directly to your first hotel to await your arrival and home following your Experience. Our Guests are entitled to preferred rates. Please ask your Concierge for more details. 

Absolutely. We design Experiences to suit everyone in your group. While golfers enjoy world-class courses, non-golfers can explore cultural tours, spa retreats, wine tastings, or other curated activities. We also adjust Experiences to balance the needs of beginners and seasoned players alike.

Most Guests enjoy one round per day, giving time to relax and explore the destination. Typically, a 7-day Experience includes 5 rounds, though we can tailor it to include more golf or build in leisure days for touring and Experiencing the destination.

All deposits and final payments are non-refundable. However, we highly recommend purchasing travel insurance  through a trusted advisor. We are Partnered with Travel Guard, through AIG, and we will be happy to provide a quote at any time Pre-Experience.

Every Garmany Golf Experience is thoughtfully curated to deliver a seamless blend of world-class golf and unforgettable moments. Most Experiences include:
– Luxury accommodations at premier properties
– Confirmed tee times at renowned courses
– Private, comfortable transportation with knowledgable drivers
– Personalized concierge service
– Handpicked off-course activities that showcase the destination

We meticulously manage every detail, so you can focus on what matters most—playing the game you love and immersing yourself in the Experience.

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