2007 British Open Tour – Five Nights - SOLD OUT
136th British Open
Championship
Carnoustie, Scotland
July 17 – 23, 2007
Tuesday, July 17
Depart the States for Scotland, “The Home of Golf.”
Wednesday, July 18
Arrive Scotland (Glasgow or Edinburgh), where you’ll be met
by a Golfpac International representative who will help secure
your rental car and answer any last minute questions. From the
airport travel to St. Andrews (2 hours 30 minutes from Glasgow or
1 hour 15 minutes from Edinburgh) and your hotel for check-in.
This evening, you’ll be met at the hotel by Golfpac’s
professional tour manager for a Scottish welcome and tour
briefing.
ACCOMMODATION:
SCORES HOTEL (Traditional Rooms)
Located just 100 yards from the first tee of the Old Course, the
Scores offers panoramic views of St Andrews Bay and the Royal and
Ancient Clubhouse. The hotel is actually made up of two former
townhouses, which date back to the late 1800's. It now features
30 bedrooms, Alexander’s Restaurant, and a choice of two
popular bars – Scorecard and Chariot’s. You cannot beat
the Scores for location in St. Andrews.
Thursday, July 19
GOLF:
ST. ANDREWS – JUBILEE COURSE
Originally opened
in 1897 to celebrate Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee, the
Jubilee has since undergone many upgrades. Curtis Strange
officially opened the 'new' Jubilee in 1989, and it now plays at
over 6,800 yards from the championship tees. It is the closest
course to St. Andrews Bay.
Please note: To play the Old Course, you also have to play one of
the other courses in St. Andrews.
ACCOMMODATION: SCORES HOTEL (Traditional Rooms)
Friday, July 20
GOLF:
ST. ANDREWS - OLD COURSE
Golf today will be
on hallowed ground as you’ll play the Old Course at St.
Andrews. The Old Course was site of the 2005 Open, which saw
Tiger Woods capture his second Open Championship on the Old
Course. It was the 27th time that St. Andrews has hosted the
Open. Walking up the 18th fairway toward the "Valley of
Sin" and the Royal & Ancient Clubhouse is a thrill that
every avid golfer should experience.
Please note: Tee times here can be difficult to arrange in
advance; please see itinerary notes. Also, the Old Course has
handicap restrictions of 24 or lower for men and 36 or lower for
women.
ACCOMMODATION: SCORES HOTEL (Traditional Rooms)
Saturday, July 21
Travel to Carnoustie to view the 3rd round of the
British Open.
Six times a British Open course, Carnoustie is considered the
toughest of all the British Open venues. Ben Hogan's only British
Open appearance (and victory) took place here in 1953. The
venerable links last played host to the 1999 British Open which
saw one of the most bizarre finishes in history. Frenchman Jean
Van de Velde held a three shot lead with one hole remaining and
took a triple bogey on the 18th to set up a three man playoff.
Paul Lawrie, a native Scot, played brilliantly on the final two
holes of the playoff for the victory over Van de Velde and Justin
Leonard. The 2007 British Open is sure to be just as exciting!
ACCOMMODATION: SCORES HOTEL (Traditional Rooms)
Sunday, July 22
Travel back to Carnoustie today for the final round of the 2007
British Open Championship to see who takes home the Claret Jug!
ACCOMMODATION: SCORES HOTEL (Traditional Rooms)
Monday, July 23
Your wonderful trip has come to an end. Travel back to the
airport for a return flight to the States.
Package Prices: $4,195 per golfer, double occupancy.
• Non-golfer deduct: $1,075
• Prices based on 4 people sharing a Minivan with automatic transmission (Ford Galaxy or similar) for the entire stay.
Package Includes:
• 5 nights’ hotel accommodations and applicable hotel taxes.
• 2 rounds of golf with prepaid green fees.
• Saturday and Sunday tickets to the 2007 British Open
• Full breakfast daily.
• Scottish welcome and tour briefing (first night).
• Airport meet & greet service.
• Temporary membership to the New Golf Club, overlooking the 18th hole at St. Andrews.
• Brass plaque of your signed St. Andrews Old Course scorecard.
• Use of minivan with automatic transmission (Ford Galaxy or similar) for the entire stay including unlimited mileage, VAT (value added tax), and CDW (collision damage waiver).
• Assistance from Golfpac Scotland office
Not Included:
• Caddies at the golf courses. Please inquire about requesting caddies in advance.
• Any items not specifically described in the itinerary.
• PAI (personal accident insurance) and gas on the rental car.
• Items of a personal nature, such as laundry, phone calls, etc.
• Airfare.
Tee Times At St. Andrews:
Unless a tee time has been reserved and announced in advance, tee times at St. Andrews are arranged through ‘the ballot’ on the day before play. At that time, a representative will advise you of the status of your tee time. At Golfpac, we realize how important playing golf at St. Andrews is to most groups. Over the past few years, tee times have become harder to guarantee on the Old Course, but we feel our success rate is second to none.
Important Note: Certain tee times for St. Andrews carry a #70 (British Pounds) supplement which would be added to the final invoice. This fee is reimbursed in the form of a voucher, which is good for merchandise and food in the St. Andrews Links Clubhouse.
Necessary for Booking:
When confirming a reservation the following information is needed:
• Full names of everyone in the party and a rooming list.
• A copy of each golfer’s handicap card.
• Flight information (arrival & departure).
Reservation Procedures:
1. Simply call, write, or fax us with your inquiry.
2. 30% per person deposit required
3. Hotels, golf courses, and ground transportation confirmed. All courses and hotels based on availability at time of booking.
4. Full payment due 90 (ninety) days prior to arrival. Approximately 2-4 weeks prior to your departure you will receive all necessary travel documents.
Method of Payment: U.S. currency in the form of agency checks, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover.
Cancellations: Cancellations after deposit/payment should be made in writing.
• Time reservation is made to 90 days prior to departure: Full deposit forfeited.
• 89 day or fewer till departure: Full payment forfeited.
Exchange Rates: Tour prices are based on exchange rates effective at time quotation and are subject to change. It may be necessary to add a surcharge to the price of your vacation if fluctuations in the exchange rate deem it necessary. Once full payment has been received surcharges may not be levied.
Refunds: Refunds will not be given for unused portions of any tour.