Privately Guided Day Tour
St Andrews and The Kingdom of Fife Private Day Tour
Overview
From coastal villages to picturesque towns, St Andrews and the Kingdom of Fife is quite spectacular.
Your private guide will show you the best that Scotland has to offer along the way before you arrive at the world-famous St Andrews Old Course. Here, you’ll get to see the legendary fairway and take your picture by the Swilcan Bridge so you can remember your trip for years to come.
Next, your guide will take you to the Cathedral and Castle and tell you about the history of St Andrews before making your way back to Edinburgh.
Itinerary
Hotel Pick-up
Your own personal guide will pick you up right outside your hotel, usually arriving 15 minutes before your tour begins, ensuring a warm and seamless start to your experience.
Forth Rail Bridge
As you leave Edinburgh, one of the first things you'll see is the Forth Rail Bridge. An iconic image of Scotland, the famous red structure was voted the most important manmade structure in Scotland, so it's no wonder it's now become a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Picturesque Villages of the East Neuk
We'll pass through the fishing villages of the East Neuk of Fife, stopping along the way to take in the fresh sea air and enjoy the atmosphere of the villages.
Lunch
We'll make a reservation at The Tom Morris Grill, a modern Scottish restaurant overlooking the iconic Old Course at St Andrews — subject to availability.
St Andrews Old Course
St Andrews is one of the oldest golf courses in the world and has been played on since the 15th century. No golf lover can visit Scotland without a pilgrimage to the "Home of Golf."
St Andrews Castle
There has been a castle standing on this coastal location since the late 12th century. Now a ruin, this castle played an important role in the history of Scotland, from the Wars of Independence to the Scottish Reformation.
St Andrews Cathedral
The largest church ever built in Scotland, St Andrews Cathedral was the centre of the Catholic Church in Scotland until its ruin following the Scottish Reformation. Take a walk around the ruins and marvel at the impressive scale of this special site.
Drop-off
Sit back, relax, and enjoy the journey as we make our way back to Edinburgh, with an expected arrival around 5pm.
Inclusions
- Complimentary Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off Service
- Privately Guided Tour – Just for you and your group
- Experienced Local Guide Every Step of the Way
- Luxurious, Premium Mercedes V-Class
- A Full Day of Touring
- Fully Customisable - built around you
- Lunch; your guide will recommend both sit-down and grab-and-go options
- Attraction Tickets
- Guide Tip
We will make an optional reservation at the Tom Morris Bar & Grill which overlooks the Old Course at St Andrews
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FAQs
The Old Course can't be played on a turn-up basis, as tee times are reserved well in advance or through a daily ballot. You'll still be able to walk out onto the famous 18th hole and take the iconic photograph on the Swilcan Bridge.
St Andrews is home to Scotland's oldest university, where the Prince and Princess of Wales famously met as students. Your guide will show you the historic colleges and share the stories behind them.
You'll also explore the picturesque fishing villages of the East Neuk of Fife, with their charming harbours and fresh sea air, along with the dramatic ruins of St Andrews Cathedral and Castle.
Not at all. St Andrews may be the spiritual home of golf, but the town's ancient history, its cathedral and castle, the university and the beautiful Fife coastline make it a wonderful day out for everyone.
The course is open to walkers on Sundays, and the Swilcan Bridge on the 18th hole is accessible for that unmissable photograph. It's a true pilgrimage for any visitor to the Home of Golf.
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