St Andrews Old Course History Tour, for the Golfer
Overview
These are bucket list award-winning tours with professional local guides.
Aimed primarily at those with a more in-depth interest in golf, you will learn about the origins and the development of both the game and the Old Course through a timeline spanning the 13th to 20th century, plus Open and Dunhill history, finishing with a photo shoot on the iconic Swilkan Bridge (excludes tournament days).
Hear memorable Road Hole moments and gain recommendations for a few more things on the bucket list to do while here, including the Himalayas and the Jigger Inn.
Round off your tour by the Old Course Jigger Inn.
Sundays - Walk on the Old Course fairway - excludes championship/tournament days)
No tours from November to February inclusive
*Check the booking calendar for availability
Tours endorsed by famed Golf historian David Joy and RIck Steves.
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What's Included
✓ Included
- Professional local guide
- Professionally taken photos on the Swilkan Bridge (excludes tournament days)
✗ Not Included
- We also have a private tour on Viator: Private St Andrews Old Course History Tour
Itinerary
Meeting & End Point
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Good to Know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Tours not suitable for under 5s
- A fluent command of English is essential for all participants. Speaking slowly or translating does not work.
- Not suitable for strollers/carriages
- Not suitable for Crutches, walking frames, mobility scooters
- There is nowhere to leave any of the above and golf clubs etc while on tour, so make alternative arrangements
- Not suitabe for those with new knee/hip replacements, sprainked ankles etc.
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Special Instructions
This confirmation has all the details for your tour. We have your booking name so you can ignore the standard Viator/tripadvisor ticket details as you do not need a seperate ticket.
Participants must have a fluent command of English. Speaking slowly or translating does not work.
• Tours not suitable for under 5s .
As it states on the website, this tour is NOT suitable for those with walking difficulties. This includes those with walking aids such as crutches, walking frames and mobility scooters.
Do not attempt to come on a tour if you have a cold or flu-like symptoms.
Meeting point: Outside front entrance of Hotel du Vin St Andrews 40 The Scores, St Andrews, KY16 9AS, UK. Richard will see you outside the front of the Hotel. Please do not wait inside.
End point: The Road Hole, 17th green, near the Jigger Inn (Old Course Hotel), Old Station Rd, St Andrews KY16 9SP, UK
Allow plenty of time to park and bring pound coins for parking meters.
• Tours start promptly at the scheduled times:
It is rare for any to contact that they are unable to make the tour, consequently, we do not wait on the off chance of you turning up late. If you think you will be running late you must email/text before your tour start time. You will then be advised if you can join the tour or reschedule. You will not receive a reply once the tour has started.
Failure to notify beforehand negates your right to reschedule. No refunds within 24 hours of your tour unless cancelled by the tour director.
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• Not suitable for strollers/carriages etc. There is also nowhere to leave luggage inc golf clubs etc while on tour, so please make alternative arrangements.
• In the event of cancellation by the tour director due to very extreme weather. There will be the option for a refund or reschedule. Any additional costs incurred by patron/s are at their own expense.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Only guide assistance dogs allowed