St. Andrews Private Luxury Day Tour

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Scotland

St. Andrews Day Tour from Gleneagles

Your St. Andrews Luxury Private Day Tour takes in the "Home of Golf" the Famous Old Course Links and Swilcan Bridge. Door to Door service from The Gleneagles Hotel and Resort in a luxury vehicle & experienced Scottish Local as your chauffeur.

Visit St. Andrews “The Home of Golf” and explore the Old Course on you own Luxury Private Day Tour.


  • Explore in comfort come rain or shine with a Private Tour by Luxury vehicle.
  • Benefit from the personalised experience of a Private Tour & Local Scottish Chauffeur.
  • Highlights include the Old Course, Swilcan Bridge and the Famous University.
  • Relax with convenient Door to Door Service from The Gleneagles Hotel.
The Old Course & St. Andrews Links

The Old Course at St. Andrews is the most famous golf course in world golf and the Mecca to which every golfer aspires to make pilgrimage at least once in a golfing lifetime.

The Swilcan Bridge and Hell Bunker are recognised across the globe, yet the greatest feature of the Old Course is that despite its grand status it remains a public golf course, open to all.

The Old Course | Please Click Here

Mobility: Medium

The Old Course | Guided Walking Tour

Why not join a course expert on a guided walking tour of the world’s most famous golf course, tour will take place around the 1st, 17th and 18th holes of the Old Course.

You will be able to walk in the footsteps of icons of the game and experience a player’s eye view of the fabled links.

With the Old Course busy for play six days a week throughout the year, this tour is a great way to soak up the history of the centuries-old fairways without having to secure a coveted tee time.

If you would like to include this in your day tour please advise at time of booking. Extra Charge Required.

Walking Tour | Please Click Here

Mobility: Medium

The St. Andrews Ladies Putting Club | The Himalayas

Probably better known to visitors from around the world as The Himalayas, which is an apt description for this unique facility found in St Andrews, the home of golf, which lies adjacent to the famous Old Course, just 2 mins from the 1st Tee.

The Club has a long and interesting history having been instituted in 1867 as the St Andrews Ladies’ Golf Club and is open to the public.

If you love golf, are limited for time but want an experience that will stay with you forever, then look no further for a fabulously fun 45 mins where everyone in your group can enjoy a true links Old Course putting experience like no other.

The Himalayas | Please Click Here

Mobility: Medium

Lunch Stop | The Jigger Inn | Old Course Pub

This historic building is steeped in history. It dates back to the 1850s, when it was the station master’s lodge and the history and heritage live on.

Today the Jigger Inn is home to golfing memorabilia, crackling open-hearth fires, home-cooked food and a superb selection of Scottish beers – this is traditional Scottish pub hospitality at its very best.

Fondly referred to as ‘the towns best 19th hole’ and much loved by the many celebrities who visit.

The pub’s own ‘Jigger Ale’ is available only here and at The American Club in Wisconson USA.

Reservations are required, please advise if this location is wanted for lunch during the tour. There are alternatives available if required.

The Jigger Inn | Please Click Here

Mobility: Easy

St. Andrews Castle

The Castle is the ruins of the castle of the Archbishops of St. Andrews, dating in part from the 13th century.

On a headland to the north of St. Andrews stand the ruins of the city’s castle, the main residence of the bishops and archbishops of St. Andrews.

Explore the 16th-century siege mine, and the ‘bottle dungeon’, one of the most infamous castle prisons in medieval Britain, which was cut out of the solid rock.

St. Andrews Castle | Please Click Here

Mobility: Medium

St. Andrews Cathedral

The remains of St. Andrews Cathedral, which was Scotland’s largest cathedral and most magnificent church, show how impressive it used to be.

The museum houses an outstanding collection of medieval sculptures and other relics found on the site, including the magnificent St. Andrews Sarcophagus of Pictish date.

St. Rule’s Tower, in the precinct, is part of the first church of the Augustinian canons at St. Andrews built in the early 12th century.

There are splendid views from the top of St. Andrews and the Fife Coast.

St. Andrews Cathedral | Please Click Here

Mobility: Medium

University of St. Andrews

Home to Scotland’s first University and the third oldest university in the English-speaking world an integral part of the burgh and one of the UK’s most prestigious.

Where Prince William met Kate Middleton while studying, the university played a significant role in their relationship.

University of St. Andrews | Please Click Here

Mobility: Medium

Your day is planned to cover all the sights and attractions of St. Andrews at your pace, with no waiting for other passengers.


  • The itinerary will be confirmed on booking, the order will change depending on seasonal schedules.

Tour Duration: 8 Hours

Tour Cost: £900.00 or £150.00 PP (Based on 6 Passengers)

Tour Notes: Entrance Fees are NOT Included

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From £150 per adult


Departure days

  • Monday
  • Tuesday
  • Wednesday
  • Thursday
  • Friday
  • Saturday
  • Sunday

January — December

Contact details

Aura Journeys Scotland

Edinburgh
Midlothian
Scotland
EH2 3JP

Key facilities

  • Wifi

Tour information

Starting

  • Auchterarder, Gleneagles and The Ochils

Length

1 Day

Transport

  • Driver guide
  • Minibus

Type

  • Bespoke
  • Private
  • Small Group (1-16)

Languages

  • English

Themes

  • Castles
  • City
  • Food and drink
  • Golf
  • History
  • Landscapes
  • Photography

Tour prices


From £150 Per Adult

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Prices are subject to change depending on season

Tour Stops

Aura Journeys Scotland

Tour company information

Aura Journeys Scotland

Aura Journeys are an established provider of Private Tours and Chauffeur Services along with Airport Transfers in Scotland. Providing high quality old fashioned service levels in Scotland using our Luxury vehicles. Located in Edinburgh, Glasgow & Stirling using Scottish locals as drivers with years of experience our tours visit Lochs & Glens to the Scottish Highlands along with the historic St Andrews and Loch Ness. All Services include full Luxury Door to Door Service, with your own private driver so there is no waiting for others, our aim is to offer a fantastic Scottish experience to all.

Opening times

Office Opening:
09:00 - 18:00 - Monday to Friday
10:30 - 16:30 - Saturday and Sunday

Tours:
06:00 - 00:00 - 7 Days Per Week

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