WGA Destinations – Ireland & Northern Ireland
Ireland, the land of a thousand welcomes, offers great golf courses and even better times to those who visit its verdant shores. Everywhere you turn, you’re bound to see a friendly face and more world-class golf than you can shake a stick at.
The island of Ireland is divided politically between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, which is part of the United Kingdom. When planning a golf trip, however, you can consider the island as a single entity and easily include courses from both countries in your itinerary.
Recommended Itineraries for Ireland and Northern Ireland
We have listed a few popular sample Irish golfing itineraries below. The purpose of this is to provide a little more information for those interested in a golf trip to Ireland, with groups of courses that make sense to include on one itinerary and the corresponding approximate starting prices. Please know that if you choose to book a trip with us, your group’s itinerary will be created from scratch so that every aspect of your trip is custom-tailored to your group’s needs.
The Best Of The Southwest
From $2,699 per golfer*
Both Tom Watson and Greg Norman have called the southwest of Ireland some of the best golfing terrain in the world. This popular trip starts on Ireland’s west coast at Lahinch and culminates with the dramatic clifftop links at Old Head, one of the most scenic courses on the planet.
The Wild West
•Carne
•Donegal
•Enniscrone Dunes Course
•Ballyliffin Glashedy Course
•Rosapenna Sandy Hills Course
From $2,249 per golfer*
The northwest part of Ireland is the most sparsely populated region of the country so this itinerary is for the golfer looking for the remote gems. Start at Ballyliffin, referred to by some as the Royal Dornoch of Ireland, and work your way down the northwest coast to experience some of the most rugged and beautiful scenery in these isolated golfing destinations.
The Capital Classics
•County Louth
•Portmarnock Links
From $2,599 per golfer*
There are enough great courses in close proximity to the city of Dublin to fill an entire golfing itinerary. Enjoy many top links courses and the magnificent Druids Glen, considered the Augusta National of Ireland, without leaving the surroundings of Ireland’s most vibrant city.
The Best Of The Island
•Royal Portrush Dunluce Course
From $3,099 per golfer*
You can traverse the entirety of the island of Ireland in seven hours by car, so there’s no reason you can’t play all the top courses in one go if you’re feeling ambitious. You may want to consider adding the Old Course at Lahinch and The European Club to this itinerary to truly cover the best of what Ireland has to offer.
*Prices are based on 4 golfers staying in budget accommodations for seven nights and include a self-drive van. For a personalized itinerary, request a free quote.
