Northern Ireland Golf Tour
The Links Connection North Swing
Rugged, wild and challenging, Northern Ireland has raised some of the game’s true legends and will challenge every skill in your game.
Renowned links such as Royal County Down, Portstewart, Ardglass and of course Royal Portrush – home to the 148th and 152nd Open Championship- are buried into headlands and captivate golfers with stunning scenery and wild conditions in equal measure.
Quite different to the offerings in the South of the country, a Northern Irish experience is a must for any golf purist.
Courses
The North Swing Accommodation
In addition to spectacular golf and scenery, Ireland is famous for its hospitality.
You can be sure that the warmest of welcomes awaits you regardless of where you stay, and we’ve chosen the very best of a range of hotels for you to choose from.
Galgorm Resort
Located only 30 minutes from Belfast but nearer still to the North Antrim coast with its golfing destinations of Portrush, Port Stewart and Castlerock, Galgorm is the perfect place to stay.
It has its own golf course and an award winning spa and it offers luxury resort style living either in the beautiful hotel itself or in the self catering cottages on site.
Bushmills Inn
A boutique hotel housed in a building that started as a 1600 coaching inn. Steeped in history, with open fires and comfy nooks it offers a unique experience and comfortable accommodation.
Slieve Donard Hotel
This traditional Victorian hotel has just completed a total makeover and offers comfortable and luxurious accommodation perfectly located for courses at Royal County Down and Ardglass.
The Merchant, Belfast
The Merchant hotel offers 5 star accommodation in the heart of the Cathedral Quarter, Belfast. A grade A listed building it has a rich history yet modern, award winning facilities for the discerning traveller.
Grand Central Hotel, Belfast
A modern, 5 star hotel that stands tall in central Belfast. With everything you’d expect from a 21st century hotel, it offers a grandeur that aims to match that of the original Grand Central which opened on the same site in 1893.
Beyond Golf – Ireland
Our golf tours boast some of the finest greens and fairways, but there’s so much more to experience! Visit our Beyond Golf page for an array of enticing activities. Unwind with serene spa retreats, savour gourmet dining, or embark on exciting outdoor and cultural adventures. Each experience is designed to complement your golf tour, offering relaxation or exhilaration as you desire.
And for those looking to elevate their game, don’t miss our Links Golf Clinic – a perfect opportunity to refine your skills with expert guidance.
Sample Itinerary
Northern Ireland was propelled into the stratosphere when Royal Port Rush hosted the Open Championship in 2019. So successful was it that the R and A have elected to return there in 2025.
So why does Northern Ireland hold such draw to golfers all over the world? Plan a trip here and you’ll understand.
Let’s look at what a sample itinerary for a week in Northern Ireland, shown below, will give you some idea of what your week with us might look like.
Day 1 – on arrival
Fly into Dublin or Belfast and we will be at the airport to meet you, take care of your luggage and transfer you to your hotel.
Day 2, 3, 4 – Royal Port Rush, Port Stewart, Castlerock
Play Royal Portrush ( 36 holes available) Port Stewart and Castlerock. All within striking distance of Galgorm resort which has its own lovely course.
Day 5 – Newcastle
Relocate to Newcastle where you’ll stay but don’t miss Giants Causeway en route or the Bushmills Distillery.
Day 6 & 7 – Royal County Down
Play Royal County Down – consistently ranked in the top 5 of the world and Ardglass – one of the oldest courses in the world.
Spectacular golf in spectacular settings.
Day 8 – homeward bound
We will collect you and transfer you to the airport, stay with you through check in and see you off safely.
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