Experience the world's most beautiful golf courses

Starting in Hamburg, this route takes golfers on a journey around the British Isles, to the very birthplace of the sport. It’s a round within a round! The golfing adventure begins at the southernmost tip of England, continues along the east coast, circles the northern coast of Scotland and leads to the neighbouring island of Ireland, finally ending the journey in the south of England, just before the mouth of the Elbe, with one last British golfing experience. An adventure on historic fairways, something for very special golf enthusiasts.

Thu, 14.09.2028 Newhaven, Edinburgh (Scotland) - Bruntsfield Links 
The course’s history dates back to 1761, when play initially took place on just five links-style holes. Golf history proudly notes that this is the fourth oldest golf course in the world. From the early 19th century onwards, the current course moved several times and was modified and extended accordingly. This resulted in the original links course evolving into the present-day parkland course. Consequently, the lush fairways wind past extensive tree stands, which clearly emphasise the parkland character.

Sat, 16.09.2028 Invergordon (Scotland) – Fortrose & Rosemarkie Golf Club 
Not far from Inverness, on a narrow headland in the Moray Firth, lies this links course dating back over 230 years. In keeping with the style, the first nine holes run from the clubhouse to the tip of the peninsula, whilst the second nine run back in succession to the course’s starting point, always with direct coastal access. The fairways look back on an eventful history. In 1940, the course, with its direct coastal access, was requisitioned by the military to practise troop landings for D-Day. Today, however, the course is all about chasing the best score. This involves skilfully ‘navigating’ the sand traps and pot bunkers typical of links courses.

Wed, 20.09.2028 Belfast (Northern Ireland) – Malone Golf Club
The 27 holes of this parkland course, originally built in 1895, are largely flanked by mature trees. The sweeping fairways are characterised by gently undulating terrain, which can certainly influence play. As the entire course is grouped around a natural trout pond, this body of water also comes into play on holes 13, 15 and 18. All other holes are designed to be played ‘dry’ around the corner on a slight dogleg. Accordingly, the course should be approached with caution and forward-thinking course management.

Thu, 21.09.2028 Dun Loghaire, Dublin (Ireland) – Druids Glen Golf Club
The championship course, designed in the parkland style, primarily requires a ‘around the corner’ approach. Around 50% of the holes have a slight dogleg tendency, which is why players should develop a penchant for precision on these not-too-wide fairways. Especially as the playing surfaces frequently meet ‘wet’ surrounding areas at the sides. To compensate, the design has been notably restrained when it comes to sandy bunker areas on the course. The few sand hazards that do exist are placed with precise accuracy on the relevant landing zones.

General information

• In order to guarantee a comfortable flow of play for all golfers, we have determined a basic speed, which is sufficient for a playing time of 4.5 to 5 hours on foot (covering 18 holes with a trolley).
• Due to tournaments, renovations, etc. at the various golf clubs, our Golf & Cruise programme is subject to change at short notice.
• Golf & Cruise voyages allow all players with a handicap of 36 or less to play on courses all over the world. 
• Additional courses can only be booked in conjunction with the basic package.
• The reservation of e-carts cannot always be guaranteed due to local availability and weather conditions. You may, therefore, have to play and walk just with trolleys - possibly even on hilly courses. Please consider this when planning/booking your Golf & Cruise package. 
• Halfway refreshments are always ordered via the respective golf club; we have no influence on the quality of the snacks. We kindly ask for your understanding.
• When booking a Golf & Cruise package and flights through Hapag-Lloyd, we will register your golf equipment directly with the airlines – when possible and required. The current baggage regulations of the relevant airline apply. In your travel documents, which you will receive about four weeks prior to departure, you will find relevant information about this. Excess baggage fees for golf equipment are normally to be paid at check-in.
• Rental clubs for right-handed and left-handed players are available on board, subject to a surcharge.