2007 British Open Tour – Six Nights - SOLD OUT
Carnoustie, Scotland
July 16 – 23, 2007
Monday, July 16
Depart the States for Scotland, “The Home of Golf.”
Tuesday, July 17
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:
ST. ANDREWS OLD COURSE HOTEL (Eden View Room)The Old Course Hotel Golf Resort and Spa is set in a spectacular location next to the infamous 17th Road Hole. All 125 guestrooms have unrivaled views – some overlooking the Old Course to the sea, others toward the surrounding countryside. Generally regarded as one of the finest hotels in Scotland, The Old Course Hotel offers its guests unequaled service, luxurious facilities, and a unique choice of dining experiences. You’ll love Sands Seafood Bar & Restaurant as well as the Road Hill Grill. However, our favorite hang out is The Jigger Inn, a famous haunt of caddies and golfers from St. Andrews past and present.
Wednesday, July 18
Travel to Kingsbarns (15 minutes) for your first round of golf.
GOLF:
KINGSBARNSThis new course is already recognized as one of the most exciting links courses in the world. Built along a stretch of shoreline near St. Andrews, the layout has drawn great praise from golf critics everywhere. It has already donned the cover of Links Magazine and was rated by many Golfpac travelers as their favorite course in Scotland!
ACCOMMODATION: ST. ANDREWS OLD COURSE HOTEL (Eden View Room)
Thursday, July 19GOLF: 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: ST. ANDREWS OLD COURSE HOTEL (Eden View Room)
Friday, July 20GOLF: 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: ST. ANDREWS OLD COURSE HOTEL (Eden View Room)
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: ST. ANDREWS OLD COURSE HOTEL (Eden View Room)
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: ST. ANDREWS OLD COURSE HOTEL (Eden View Room)
Monday, July 23
Your wonderful trip has come to an end. Travel back to the airport for a return flight to the States.
Prices, Terms & Conditions
Package Prices: $5,975 per golfer, double occupancy.
• Non-golfer deduct: $1,450
• Prices based on four people sharing a minivan with automatic transmission (Ford Galaxy or similar) for the entire stay.
Package Includes:
• 6 nights’ hotel accommodations and applicable hotel taxes.
• 3 rounds of golf with prepaid green fees.
• Saturday - Sunday tickets to the 2007 British Open
• Full breakfast daily.
• 2 dinners at St. Andrews Old Course Hotel.
• 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).
• Local 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).
Reservations Procedures:
• Simply call, write, or fax us with your inquiry.
• 30% per person deposit required.
• Hotels, golf courses, and ground transportation confirmed. All courses and hotels based on availability at time of booking.
• 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.
