Cost of Golf Trip to Scotland

Thanks to this popular trend, there are many companies and tour operators that are vying for interested tourists who want to come to Scotland and experience the famous golf courses first hand. There is good money to be made here since people don't normally shy away from spending if they get guaranteed tee time, especially at the world famous Old Course! But come to think of it, how much does a typical Scotland golf trip cost? What do you need to pay to be able to experience the country for what it is famous for, and we mean golf not whiskey!

There are many different tariffs and costs that are dependent on the kind of trips the traveler is looking for. Sometimes, all they need is a tee time and they arrange for the other things such as meals, accommodation and transportation on their own. While there are also others who don't mind shelling out big bucks but they want everything sorted for them. Regardless of what kind of golfer you are, here are some typical costs that will make up your Scotland Golf Trip.

The reputation of the course

 Everything else constant, the one thing that will drive the cost of your golf trip in Scotland is the course you would like to play. Quite naturally, the more popular the course, the higher the charges will be. Goes without saying that courses like Old Course at St Andrews or Gleneagles will all charge you upwards of £100.

We are averse to making money from the tourists, said no course ever! However, if you plan your trip around special deals and offers, you can get these tee times and other inclusions in the package for lesser costs.

Green Fees

While we would all like to experience the world famous golf courses but there are other hidden gems out there that offer the same standards of service, give you just as much opportunity to enjoy the game and still doesn't burn your pockets. These world class courses are reasonable and charge a much more justified green fees.

Explore the shoulder season

If you can plan a trip between October and April, you may be able to score yourself a deal! Even though it is a bit nippier around this time, you would be able to save up to 35% during this time! Not to mention, you can enjoy less crowded hotels and of course the golf courses! In fact, off season golf can be as cheap as 50% but do checkout for the weather forecast and sunlight on those days. You can also look out for any last minute deals that are offering you a steal of a deal.

When you are about to book yourself a Scotland golf trip, research will make all the difference between pocket friendly and expensive trip.