mcleanscotland  are local Scots who pride ourselves on showing you the nooks & crannies other tours companies pass on by.   We can show you those hidden gems even Scots do not know!  mcleanscotland luxury golfing tour in the Scottish highlands staying at Culloden House with 6 rounds of golf.

MCLEANSCOTLAND

GOLF AT ITS VERY BEST

SCOTTISH HIGHLAND (Royal) PACKAGE

Full Scottish Breakfast Every Morning, dinner each evening all transfers. Meet and Greet at the Airport, your own driver, guide, tour manager and translator throughout.  When possible (depending on tee times) we will add sightseeing into our daily routes.  For a group of 8 persons.

This tour package is based in Inverness staying at Culloden House (shown above) for 6 nights. At the time of the Jacobite rising in 1745-46, Culloden House was requisitioned by Bonnie Prince Charlie and used as his lodging and battle headquarters prior to that fateful and final battle on Culloden Moor on the 16th April 1746.Today, this handsome Palladian country house stands in nearly 40 acres where guests are free to wander about the elegant lawns and parkland to enjoy the exceptional peace, tranquility and majesty of the grounds. The interior features a wonderfully comfortable drawing-room with magnificent Adamesque plasterwork, many fine antiques and a large open fire.

Day 1    arrival at airport (Glasgow or Edinburgh) where we meet you with a luxury coach. A scenic transfer to Inverness, where you will stay at the wonderful CULLODEN HOUSE HOTEL.  Dinner this evening at the hotel where the whole tour will be explained in more detail.

Day 2    we transfer you to Royal Dornoch for a round of golf at this famous course. The responsibility for actually designing our Championship course fell to the legendary Old Tom Morris who used the unique links-land features to create a magical golfing experience – one that prompted Tom Watson, five times Open Champion, to say ‘it’s the most fun I’ve ever had on a golf course’! Regularly ranked within the top 15 best courses in the world. Return to your hotel after some local sightseeing this afternoon.  Dinner this evening at the hotel.

Day 3    once again we take you for another round of Highland golf, today it is Nairn. This Traditional Scottish Golf Links Course was created on the shores of the Moray Firth from a Highland wilderness of whins and heather, and tests the talents of professional and amateur alike. Founded in 1887, it is now one of the best courses in Scotland, and hosted the 199 Walker Cup. After the golf we will proceed to the Glenfiddich Whisky distillery for a tour and taste. Return to your hotel after some local sightseeing this afternoon.  Dinner this evening at the hotel.

Day 4    today we transfer you to Old Moray for golf.  The old course is considered to be one of the finest links courses in Scotland. A classic links designed by Old Tom Morris with deep revetted bunkers, undulating gorse lined fairways and smooth fast greens. It is a superb test of golf with seven par fours over 400 yards. Moray Golf Club is truly one of Scotland's gems, a fitting tribute to the artistry of Old Tom Morris and Henry Cotton and a must for golfers visiting the area.  Return to your hotel after some local sightseeing this afternoon.  Dinner this evening at the hotel.

Day 5    this morning it is Nairn Dunbar we play.  Situated on the shores of the Moray Firth, the Nairn Dunbar golf course, founded in 1899, is a highly rated Scottish links championship course representing a formidable challenge with its gorse and whin lined fairways. Renowned for its excellent condition and friendly reception to visitors, it was the chosen venue in 1999 for the Northern Open Professional Championship, the Scottish Ladies Amateur Stroke Play and the Scottish Boys Stroke Play. In 2001 the club hosted the Scottish Amateur Stroke Play Championship (qualifying rounds) and in 2002 the Seniors Home Internationals and the Scottish Open Amateur Mixed Tournaments. The club are to be joint hosts with the Nairn Golf Club to stage the Seniors Open Amateur Championship in 2007.  Depending on our time available, we will also include sightseeing on Loch Ness and at Urquhart Castle.  Return to your hotel after some local sightseeing this afternoon.  Dinner this evening at the hotel.

Day 6    one final round of golf, as we head to Tain. The Championship length links enjoys spectacular views over mountains and sea and benefits from a sheltered climate, which allows favourable golfing conditions for most of the year. With the 3rd hole rated as one of the best 18 links holes in Scotland and our 17th acknowledged as one of the top 18 holes designed by Old Tom Morris, Tain offers one of the finest settings and challenges for a round of golf. After the golf we will enjoy a visit to Glenmorangie Whisky Distillery for a tour and of course, a dram!  We return to the hotel for dinner.

Day 7    we transfer you back to your departure airport.  We will arrange for an final night’s accommodation at a hotel near to the airport with dinner included, your final night in Scotland.

All sightseeing on the tour will be decided by weather conditions and time available to us after booking the tee times.  Each day will be filled with outstanding visits and scenery!

Cost per person from £2990 for golfers and non golfers alike, we will ensure any non golfers enjoy Scotland at its best while the golfers enjoy our greens and roughs! All Subject to availability upon time of booking.  Cost based on two people sharing a twin bedded or double room en suite fully private facilities.  We reserve the right to alter any aspect of this tour if an unforeseen event arises.  This will in no way make the tour any less of a total experience to golfer or non golfer.  All visits mentioned will be included in the cost. Tour notes for every person on tour.  Flights, Caddies and buggies not included. Single supp £800.

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MCLEANSCOTLAND

GOLF AT ITS VERY BEST

SCOTLAND THE BRAVE PACKAGE

Full Scottish Breakfast Every Morning, dinner each evening all transfers. Meet and Greet at the Airport, your own driver, guide, tour manager and translator throughout.  When possible (depending on tee times) we will add sightseeing into our daily routes.  For a group of 8 persons.

Day 1      we meet you at Edinburgh airport (Glasgow can also be arranged).  We board a luxury coach and transfer to the Westin Spa Resort at Turnberry.  Here we will welcome you and talk through your tour whilst here in Scotland.  We will also give you each a welcome pack including details of each course and location.  Dinner at your hotel. The Westin Turnberry Resort, Scotland enjoys a spectacular coastal setting with breathtaking views of Isle of Arran, Ailsa Craig and the Irish Sea. Surrounded by Scotland’s most beautiful scenery. Scene of some of the most memorable moments in Open history, the Ailsa championship course is a legend in the world game. Watson, Norman, Price; they’ve all won golf’s most coveted trophy here on the Turnberry links. And another name will join them in the summer of 2009 when the Open returns to the Ailsa.

Day 2      This morning: 18 Holes at the Ailsa course, Turnberry. One of the finest courses in the world. Links golf at the highest quality. Fine views to the west and Ailsa Crag. 18 Holes, Par 70, 6976 Yards.  Enjoy your golf, we will return to the hotel afterwards by coach.  Depending on time of tees, we will also provide some local sightseeing.  Overnight with dinner at Turnberry.

Day 3      Troon today presents a stern test particularly the inward half. 18 Holes – Old Course, Royal Troon  with a light lunch.  It is widely accepted as the monster of any course on the Championship rota.  18 Holes, Par 73, 6201 Yards.  Again we will transfer you each way and some local sightseeing available during the day. Overnight with dinner at Turnberry.

Day 4      18 Holes – Old Prestwick. Being home to Championship golf, as it played host to the first 11 British Opens. It’s dangerous layout and long holes makes it a true test to any golfing ability.
18 Holes, Par 71, 6544 Yards.  After your golf we transfer to St Andrews and the Fairmont Hotel & Spa.  Sitting on the summit of a spectacular formation, the hotel and its two stunning golf courses have breathtaking panoramic views of the Eden estuary and the medieval skyline of St Andrews. Dinner awaits at the hotel this evening.

Day 5      18 Holes – New or Jubilee Course. This is a Championship Course more than 100 years old and considered possibly as the toughest of all the St Andrews Courses. 18 Holes, Par 72, 6805 Yards.  Full transfer to course and return.  Enjoy dinner at the hotel this evening.

Day 6      We travel north this morning up the coast for 18 Holes at Carnoustie. Carnoustie is regarded by many as the toughest open venue. The Barry Burn winds it's way through the course to increase it's difficulty. 18 Holes, Par 72, 6941 Yards.  After golf here, we board our coach and drive down the coast to a wee town, Broughty Ferry.  Here we will enjoy a Traditional Scottish Pun for a few drinks before taking dinner there also.  Return to st Andrews hotel for your overnight stay.

Day 7      We save the best till last (maybe?) as we play 18 Holes at The Old Course, St Andrews. Famed worldwide as the “Home of Golf”. The Old Course is where it all began around 1400 AD. It has hosted 27 Open Championships. Max Handicap Men 24 Ladies 36.  18 Holes, Par 72, 6566 yards.  We transfer to an airport hotel this evening for your final night in Scotland, including dinner.

Day 8      transfer to airport for flight home.

All sightseeing on the tour will be decided by weather conditions and time available to us after booking the tee times.  Each day will be filled with outstanding visits and scenery!

Cost per person from £3550 for golfers and non golfers alike, we will ensure any non golfers enjoy Scotland at its best while the golfers enjoy our greens and roughs! All Subject to availability upon time of booking.  Cost based on two people sharing a twin bedded or double room en suite fully private facilities.  We reserve the right to alter any aspect of this tour if an unforeseen event arises.  This will in no way make the tour any less of a total experience to golfer or non golfer.  All visits mentioned will be included in the cost. Tour notes for every person on tour.  Flights, Caddies and buggies not included. Single supp £800.

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MCLEANSCOTLAND East Coast Tour.    7 nights bed and breakfast accommodation, Golf at Carnoustie, Cruden Bay, Royal Aberdeen, New and Old Courses (ballot), Muirfield and North Berwick.  Includes rental vehicle large enough for whole party.  A luxury coach is also available to larger groups and a driver available for smaller groups. COST PER PERSON FROM £1800

MCLEANSCOTLAND West Coast Tour.    8 nights bed and breakfast accommodation, Golf at Nairn, Royal Dornoch, Kings, Prestwick, Royal Troon, Machrihanish and Ailsa.  Includes rental vehicle large enough for whole party.  A luxury coach is also available to larger groups and a driver available for smaller groups. COST PER PERSON FROM £2400

MCLEANSCOTLAND MOST POPULAR GOLF TOUR      6 Nights - Scottish Links Tour. 2 Nights B&B In The Gailes Hotel, By Troon.  3 Nights B&B In The 5 Pilmour Place Guest House, St Andrews.  1 Night B&B In A Downtown Hotel In Glasgow Or Edinburgh.  7 Days Rental Car. 6 Rounds Of Golf At; Dundonald Links. Troon Lochgreen.  The Irvine Golf Club.  St Andrews Old (Via ballot ) Or Jubilee Links.   Lundin Links.   Crail Balcomie Links.  FROM £985 Per Person

SOMETHING COMPLETELY DIFFERENT

CURLING TOURS

With MCLEANSCOTLAND

A CURLING AND GOLF PACKAGE  

SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER ONLY Arrive into Glasgow International airport, your group will be met by a mcleanscotland guide and driver. Once all luggage has been stowed, we will transfer you south, stopping at Ayr for a relaxing break – at Burns Cottage no less! We continue south and arrive at your hotel: THE CALLY PALACE. The warmth of the Scottish welcome will impress as much as the opulence of the surroundings. The Cally Palace dates back to 1763, when James Murray, owner of the Cally Estate, chose the superb setting overlooking the Galloway hills to build his country mansion. Sympathetic renovations and refurbishment under the personal supervision of the McMillan (Hammy!) family have restored the Cally to its former glory, allowing guests to enjoy the ambience of a bygone age. If you wish to stay at the North West Castle Hotel, we can alter the itinerary to suit.  You stay at the Palace for four nights, in this time you will experience the curling and golf for which the hotel (and the family ) is famous. We will arrange all sporting activities on your behalf, working with you in designing this tour, we will include all your “must see, must do” activities. CURLING will take place at the family’s other hotel: North West Castle. North West Castle was the first hotel in the world to have its own indoor curling rink. From October to April it attracts curlers from all over the globe. GOLF: the 18 hole parkland golf course. designed by the well known golf architect Tom Macaulay, opened in 1994. GOLF. The course is for the exclusive use of guests and the welcoming atmosphere will guarantee a relaxing but challenging round. No members, no competitions, just exclusively yours to enjoy! Sculpted into the parkland surrounding the hotel, its maturity belies its age, achieved by using the natural contours of the land and the magnificent trees, the hidden burns and the Lake. Golf buggies are available for hire, and there's also a practice area and putting green. Course shown below.

DAY FIVE: we again meet up with our coach and guide for the transfer to EDINBURGH. Above right.

We drive through the stunning scenery of Dumfries and Galloway and through the Pentland Hills to reach our capital City. Check into your hotel and relax this evening. Your city centre hotel is warm and welcoming! The hotel is unique among most Edinburgh hotels accommodation as it offers exceptional standards of quality and service with the individual character and style of an independently owned Edinburgh hotel. The hotel offers comfortable, spacious accommodation overlooking a park, close to Edinburgh Castle and the city.

DAY SIX we start the day with a city tour by coach, showing you what this fantastic city has to offer. See the castle, the Royal Mile, the shops, the pubs (and there are many of them) history and modern day combine to bring you the best of our Scottish culture. The remainder of the day is free. DAY SEVEN a round of golf anyone? Play Gullane No.1 - a magnificent course used for British Open qualifying, typical windy conditions to be experienced on this Scottish links. We transfer you both there and returning later, for those wishing to stay in the city we will give many suggestions as to what to see and do. Overnight Edinburgh. DAY EIGHT Play the famous North Berwick Links Course., steeped in history and used for national tournaments. Once again we will take care of all the transfers. Overnight Edinburgh. DAY NINE – WE TRANSFER YOU BACK TO THE AIRPORT FOR YOUR FLIGHT HOME. As with all mcleanscotland group tours, we can also arrange for a longer stay with us, either arrive early or stay late, all arrangements taken care of.  COSTS UPON APPLICATION subject to dates and numbers in party.

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