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The Northern Elite Links Experience

The Northern Elite Links Experience

East Coast

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FOREMOTION | THE NORTHERN ELITE LINKS EXPERIENCE

Mythic links, wild coastlines, and refined Northern Irish luxury.

5‑SECOND SUMMARY

Duration: 5 Days

Golf: Lough Erne • Royal County Down • Royal Portrush • Portstewart • Ardglass

Luxury Bases: Lough Erne Resort • 5★ Belfast Hotel

Transport: Chauffeur • Helicopter Optional

Designed For: Golfers seeking dramatic links, cinematic coastlines, and deep Irish heritage.

 

PACKAGE OVERVIEW

Northern Ireland is a land of contrasts — serene lakelands, volcanic coastlines, ancient castles, and some of the most exhilarating links on earth. This itinerary blends five iconic courses with refined luxury, cultural depth, and unforgettable coastal experiences. From the mythical dunes of Royal County Down to the raw Atlantic drama of Portrush and Portstewart, this is a journey carved by nature and elevated by ForeMotion precision.

 

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • 5 rounds at Ireland’s most iconic northern links
  • 1 night at Lough Erne Resort (5★)
  • 3 nights in 5★ Belfast accommodation
  • Private chauffeur throughout
  • Curated cultural and heritage experiences
  • ForeMotion concierge service
  • Premium welcome pack

 

OPTIONAL UPGRADES

  • Helicopter transfers between Portrush, Portstewart, and Royal County Down
  • Private photographer
  • Caddie upgrades
  • Michelin‑star dining itinerary
  • VIP Titanic Belfast experience
  • Private whiskey masterclass

 

PRICING TIERS

Tier 1 — Chauffeur Experience

Premium chauffeur travel throughout.

Entry luxury tier.

Tier 2 — Hybrid Experience

Chauffeur + 1 helicopter segment (Portrush → Portstewart → RCD).

Most popular tier.

Tier 3 — Full Helicopter Experience

Helicopter routing for all major transfers.

Ultimate convenience and cinematic routing.

Tier 4 — Ultra Bespoke

Fully customised routing, private events, exclusive access.

For clients who want the extraordinary.

 

DAY‑BY‑DAY ITINERARY

 

DAY 1 — LOUGH ERNE RESORT (FALDO COURSE)

Luxury Base: Lough Erne Resort (Night 1)

Arrival

Your private chauffeur greets you at Dublin or Belfast Airport.

Scenic drive to the Fermanagh Lakelands — calm, glassy water, forested peninsulas, and a sense of arrival.

Golf: Lough Erne (Faldo Course)

A championship parkland‑links hybrid designed by Sir Nick Faldo.

Lakeside holes, dramatic carries, and a serene opening to the tour.

After‑Golf Luxury Experience

  • Private lakeside spa ritual
  • Whiskey tasting in the Blaney Bar
  • Dinner overlooking Castle Hume Lough

Overnight: Lough Erne Resort — elegant, tranquil, deeply Irish.

 

DAY 2 — ROYAL COUNTY DOWN

Luxury Base: 5★ Belfast Hotel (Night 2)

Recommended: The Merchant Hotel or The Fitzwilliam

Morning Transfer

Chauffeur drive east through the Mourne Mountains.

Golf: Royal County Down

Ranked among the world’s greatest courses.

A dramatic, mythical links framed by the Mournes and Dundrum Bay.

Blind shots, golden gorse, and pure golfing theatre.

After‑Golf Cultural Experience

  • Private tour of the Mourne Coastal Route
  • Visit to Silent Valley or Tollymore Forest
  • Optional: Irish storytelling session in a historic pub

Overnight: 5★ Belfast hotel.

 

DAY 3 — ROYAL PORTRUSH (DUNLUCE LINKS)

Luxury Base: 5★ Belfast Hotel (Night 3)

Morning Transfer

Coastal drive north to the Causeway Coast.

Golf: Royal Portrush (Dunluce)

Host of The Open.

A masterpiece of dunes, elevation changes, and Atlantic drama.

One of the most exhilarating links experiences on earth.

After‑Golf Cultural Experience

  • Private Giant’s Causeway tour (avoid the crowds)
  • Dunluce Castle sunset stop
  • Optional: Bushmills Distillery private tasting

Overnight: 5★ Belfast hotel.

 

DAY 4 — PORTSTEWART (STRAND COURSE)

Luxury Base: 5★ Belfast Hotel (Night 4)

Morning Transfer

Short drive along the coast.

Golf: Portstewart (Strand)

The most spectacular opening nine in Ireland.

Massive dunes, sweeping ocean views, and a thrilling modern links.

After‑Golf Cultural Experience

  • Private coastal photography session
  • Explore Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne
  • Dinner in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter

Overnight: 5★ Belfast hotel.

 

DAY 5 — ARDGLASS GOLF CLUB

Departure Day

Morning Transfer

Drive south along the rugged Lecale coastline.

Golf: Ardglass

A cliff‑top links built around a 14th‑century castle clubhouse.

Dramatic carries, crashing waves, and unforgettable scenery.

After‑Golf Cultural Experience

  • Castle Ward private tour (Game of Thrones filming location)
  • Chauffeur transfer to Dublin or Belfast Airport

This itinerary is crafted for golfers who want the most dramatic, heritage‑rich, and visually powerful golf journey in Northern Ireland. It blends mythical links, volcanic coastlines, and refined luxury — a perfect balance of wild beauty and cultural depth.

This isn’t a holiday.

It’s the chapter of your life you’ll replay forever.

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Courses in this package

Royal County Down
Down

Royal County Down

5
36 Golf Links Rd, Newcastle BT33 0AN, United Kingdom

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Royal Portrush’s ( Dunluce Links )
Antrim

Royal Portrush’s ( Dunluce Links )

5
Dunluce Rd, Portrush BT56 8JQ, United Kingdom

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Portstewart Golf Club
Londonderry

Portstewart Golf Club

4.2
117 Strand Rd, Portstewart BT55 7PG, United Kingdom

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Ardglass Golf Club
Down

Ardglass Golf Club

5
9 Castle Pl, Ardglass, Downpatrick BT30 7TP, United Kingdom

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