Tour Overview

~ A Golf Life Spent Living in "St Andrews" ~

Launched in 2021 in Japan, Esprit Golf's original "Golf x Workation" concept, "GOLFcation®" (trademark registered), has now fully commenced its first international version, and due to popular demand, we will be offering "GOLFcation in St Andrews" again this year!

Why not escape the hot Japanese summer and enjoy a long stay in cool Scotland, whether for a complete vacation or for golfing between remote work sessions? St Andrews is a mecca dotted with World Top 100 courses, including the Old Course (3rd in the world), the birthplace of golf, all seven courses of St Andrews Links, and nearby Carnoustie (28th in the world) and Kingsbarns (64th in the world).

Although playing the Old Course is not guaranteed, a major advantage of this plan is that you have a very high chance of playing if you stay for an extended period and try the daily ballot.

• Dates: 8 days/6 nights (extension/long stay options available)
• Availability Period: Year-round (local arrangements possible)
• Tour Price: Reference price Approx. 594,000 yen~ (excluding airfare)
  *This is a reference price for "6 nights, 5 rounds, with 2 PGA pro golf clinics." It may vary depending on the departure season, golf course availability, play dates, accommodation, and itinerary.
• Number of Participants: Individual arrangements can be made according to your preferences.

Additional Required Costs and Conditions

• International and Domestic Flights: Not included (we can arrange flights to Edinburgh from Haneda, Narita, or your preferred departure point, or you can arrange them yourself).
• Accommodation (Hotel/Apartment): We will find the best room for your preferred style (5-star hotel, apartment, private house, etc.) and budget, and provide a separate quote.
• Airline: Can be arranged according to your preference.
  
• Caddie Fee: Not included (will be paid locally). 
• If you win the Old Course ballot: Your scheduled course may be changed to the Old Course. In this case, an additional charge of approximately £200 per person will be incurred for the green fee difference.

Sample Itinerary (Example)

*The following is a standard 8-day/6-night model course. Customization is available upon request.

What's Included in the Tour Price

*May vary depending on the bespoke itinerary and schedule proposed. The following is an example of a 6-night basic plan.

1. Accommodation: 6 nights (arranged according to your preference, such as hotels, luxury apartments, or private rental homes)
2. Golf Play: Total of 5 rounds (caddie fee not included)
   (Castle Course, New Course, Jubilee Course, Kingsbarns, Dumbarnie, 1 round each. *Adjustments will be made if Old Course is won)
3. Lessons: 2 PGA Pro Golf Clinics (held before rounds)
4. Meals: Meals according to the itinerary (basic plan: 6 breakfasts / excluding in-flight meals)
5. Transfers & Transportation: Transfers as specified in the schedule (between Edinburgh Airport and St Andrews, transportation support to each course, etc.)

Information on the Premier Golf Courses You'll Visit During Your Stay

■ St Andrews Links (All 7 Courses)

• Old Course: The world's oldest public course, built in 1552. Praised as "created by God and nature," it is a sacred place filled with every golfer's longing, with its 17th hole's tee shot over the hotel and the world's most difficult 11th hole.
• New Course: A traditional links course built in 1895 by Old Tom Morris. A typical test course proud of its undulating fairways and challenging greens.
• Jubilee Course: Opened in 1897. Extensively renovated into a championship course in 1988, it is highly regarded by many professionals as "the most difficult" among the links courses.
• Castle Course: Opened in 2008. Located on a rugged cliff, it boasts magnificent panoramic views of the North Sea and the town of St Andrews.
• Eden Course / Strathtyrum Course / Balgove: Diverse links courses including the Eden with its strict natural boundaries and bunkers, the Strathtyrum requiring precise iron play, and the 9-hole Balgove perfect for practice.

■ Nearby Prestigious & World Top 100 Courses (Arrangements Possible)

• Kingsbarns Golf Links (World #64): A masterpiece of modern links, revived in 2000, spreading along the coastline with sea views from every hole. A beautiful course that brings out the essence of nature to its fullest.
• Carnoustie Golf Links (World #28): Host of the Open Championship seven times. A sacred place known worldwide as the "Greatest Test of Golf" for its overwhelming strategic demands.
• Dumbarnie Links: Opened in 2021. Designed by renowned architect Clive Clark, Scotland's newest premier pure links with spectacular views.
• Fairmont Hotel (Kittocks / Torrance): Courses that host the European Senior PGA Tour, situated on the cliffs of the North Sea. Authentic links interwoven with pot bunkers and the coastline.
• Crail Golfing Society / The Dukes Course: Crail (designed by Tom Morris), the world's seventh oldest golf club, and The Dukes, the area's only inland hilly course with beautiful rural panoramas.

Consultation & Application Process

*Since this plan is a custom-made tour available year-round, it will start with a "personal consultation and availability check" rather than immediate payment.

1. Inquiry (Free)

After logging in, please fill in your desired stay period, number of participants, accommodation preferences (apartment, hotel, etc.), and golf requests, then send.

2. Contact from Your Consultant

A dedicated consultant will contact you by phone or email regarding availability for your desired period, stay plan, and detailed quotation.

3. Plan Proposal & Customization

We will propose custom arrangements such as additional airline tickets (business class, etc.), extended stays, apartment upgrades, and changes to golf courses played, all tailored to your preferences.

4. Formal Contract & Procedures

After reviewing the terms and conditions and agreeing to them, you will proceed with the formal application and payment process.