How to Plan a Golf Tour: The Complete Guide for Groups & Societies (2027)

A golf tour is one of the most enjoyable trips a group of friends, a society or a club can take — great courses, good company and a relaxed itinerary built around the golf. But organising one for a group takes real work: securing tee times at the courses everyone wants, choosing accommodation in the right spot, arranging transfers and buggies, and balancing golf with downtime. This guide answers the questions organisers actually ask when planning a golf tour, and shows how a specialist operator takes the stress out of it.

Olimpia Tour plans and manages golf tours for groups, societies and clubs, and we operate worldwide. We handle destinations, courses and tee times, accommodation, travel and the day-by-day schedule so you can enjoy the golf. Every tour is built around your group, so costs are always on request.

Key Takeaways

• •A great golf tour starts with knowing your group — numbers, handicaps, budget and whether you want relaxed or competitive golf.
• •Securing the right courses at the right tee times is the single most important part of the planning.
• •Location matters: accommodation close to the courses keeps travel time down and the trip relaxed.
• •The best destinations depend on your season and budget — Europe, Asia and the Middle East all offer superb golf.
• •Olimpia Tour manages the whole tour end to end, worldwide, so organisers get one accountable team and costs on request.

Start with your group and the style of tour

Every golf tour starts with understanding the group. How many golfers are travelling, what is the range of handicaps, and what is the budget? Just as important is the style: some groups want a relaxed trip with great courses and good food, while others want a proper competition with a format and a trophy. Naming this early shapes the destination, the courses and the daily pace, and makes sure everyone gets the trip they came for.

Choosing the right destination

The best golf destination depends on your season, budget and the kind of courses you want to play. Europe offers world-class courses and easy travel; Asia offers superb resort golf and outstanding value; the Middle East offers championship courses and reliable winter sunshine. Season matters too — the right destination gives you the best weather and course conditions for your travel dates. A specialist operator will recommend destinations that fit your group and budget.

Booking courses, tee times and on-course extras

The heart of a golf tour is the courses, and securing the right tee times at the courses everyone wants is the most important — and often the trickiest — part of the planning. Popular courses book up well ahead, and group tee times need to be coordinated so the whole party plays together at sensible times. A good operator secures the courses and tee times, arranges buggies, caddies and club hire where needed, and can set up a competition format across the tour.

Accommodation, travel and the daily schedule

For a golf tour, location is everything: accommodation close to the courses keeps travel time down and the whole trip relaxed. Alongside hotels or resorts, a good tour includes airport transfers, daily transport to the courses, and a schedule that balances golf with dining, downtime and any non-golf activities the group wants. For groups travelling far, flights and the overall travel plan are managed as part of the package.

How much does a golf tour cost?

There is no fixed price for a golf tour — the destination, courses, standard of accommodation, group size, buggies and caddies, and travel all move the number. The right approach is a clear, itemised proposal with no hidden extras, built around your group and budget. We prepare that proposal for every tour, which is why costs are always on request.

How Olimpia Tour supports golf tours

We manage the entire tour as one operation: understanding your group, destination advice, courses and tee times, buggies and caddies, competition formats, accommodation, transfers, flights and the day-by-day schedule. Because we work worldwide, we can take your group to Europe, Asia, the Middle East or beyond — wherever fits your budget and season — with a single point of contact.

Every tour is bespoke, so costs are on request. Tell us your group and preferences on our build-your-tour page, message us on WhatsApp or get in touch. You can also explore our golf tours for more.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I plan a golf tour for my group or society?

Start by understanding your group — numbers, handicaps, budget and whether you want relaxed or competitive golf. Then choose a destination and season, secure the courses and tee times, and arrange accommodation near the courses, transfers, buggies and the daily schedule. Most organisers work with a specialist operator who handles all of it.

What are the best destinations for a golf tour?

It depends on your season and budget. Europe offers world-class courses and easy travel, Asia offers superb resort golf and great value, and the Middle East offers championship courses and reliable winter sunshine. We recommend destinations that fit your group and travel dates.

Can you book specific courses and tee times for us?

Yes. Securing the right courses at the right tee times is the most important part of a golf tour, and we handle it — coordinating group tee times so the whole party plays together, and arranging buggies, caddies and club hire where needed.

Can you organise a competition or format across the tour?

Absolutely. Many societies want a proper competition, so we can set up a format and running scores across the tour, alongside the dining, downtime and any non-golf activities the group wants.

How far in advance should we plan a golf tour?

The earlier the better — popular courses and group tee times book up well ahead, so several months to a year is ideal for an international golf tour, especially in peak season.

How much does a golf tour cost?

Every tour is bespoke — destination, courses, accommodation, group size and extras all affect the price — so costs are on request. Tell us about your group on our build-your-tour page and we'll prepare a clear, itemised proposal.