The most common question we get at Golf Planet Holidays isn't about courses or hotels. It's this: "How much is it going to cost me?"
Fair question. Golf holiday pricing can be confusing — "from £X per person" doesn't always tell the full story. So let me break it down properly. I'll show you what makes up the price, what's included, what isn't, and give you real examples at four different budget levels.
What Makes Up a Golf Holiday Price?
Every golf holiday package is built from the same basic components:
- Hotel accommodation — usually the biggest chunk. Prices vary hugely depending on the star rating, location, and whether you're B&B, half-board, or all-inclusive.
- Green fees — the cost to play each course. Can range from €35 at a municipal course to €215+ at a premium private club.
- Transfers — airport to hotel and hotel to courses if not on-site. Some packages include these, others don't.
- Board basis — B&B is standard in most packages. Half-board (dinner included) and all-inclusive options are usually available as upgrades.
What "From £Xpp" Actually Means
When you see "from £675 per person" on our website, here's what that means:
- Per person — based on two people sharing a twin or double room. If you want a single room, expect to add 30-60% to the accommodation cost for that person.
- "From" — this is the lowest price available, usually in the cheapest travel period (often November-February for European destinations, or mid-summer when it's too hot to be popular).
- Flights not included — unless specifically stated. We can add flights to any package, but most golfers prefer to book their own (loyalty points, preferred airline, regional airport).
This isn't us being sneaky. It's how the entire golf travel industry works. But I know it can be frustrating, so let's get specific with real numbers.
Four Real Packages at Four Price Points
Budget: Le Touquet, France — From £585pp
| Component | What You Get |
|---|---|
| Hotel | 3 nights at Red Fox Le Touquet, 4*, B&B |
| Golf | 2 rounds (La Forêt + La Mer) with shared buggy |
| Transfers | Self-drive — your own car |
| Travel | Eurotunnel ~£60/car each way (not included) |
| Flights | Not needed |
Total realistic cost per person: ~£615 (package + tunnel share between 4)
Best for: A quick getaway, golfers in southern England, anyone who hates airports.
Mid-Range: Paphos, Cyprus — From £995pp
| Component | What You Get |
|---|---|
| Hotel | 7 nights at Athena Royal Beach, 4*+, B&B |
| Golf | 4 rounds (Aphrodite Hills, Elea, Minthis, Secret Valley) with shared buggy |
| Transfers | Airport and golf transfers included |
| Flights | Not included — typically £150-250pp return |
Total realistic cost per person: ~£1,200 (package + flights)
Best for: A proper week away with reliable weather and quality courses. Couples and small groups.
Premium: Mallorca — From £1,995pp
| Component | What You Get |
|---|---|
| Hotel | 7 nights at Sheraton Arabella, 5*, B&B |
| Golf | 5 rounds (Son Vida, Son Muntaner, Son Quint + 2 others) with shared buggy |
| Transfers | Airport transfer included, courses walking distance |
| Flights | Not included — typically £80-200pp return |
Total realistic cost per person: ~£2,150 (package + flights)
Best for: Five-star everything. Groups who want premium courses and a luxury hotel. Special occasions.
Top-Tier: Cape Town, South Africa — From £2,995pp
| Component | What You Get |
|---|---|
| Hotel | 9 nights at Vineyard Hotel, 5*, B&B |
| Golf | 6 rounds at premium courses with shared buggy |
| Transfers | All transfers included |
| Extras | Wine tasting, Table Mountain, Cape Point trip, GPH host |
| Flights | Not included — typically £500-700pp return |
Total realistic cost per person: ~£3,600 (package + flights)
Best for: Once-in-a-lifetime trip. Groups who want a full experience, not just golf. Someone else handles everything.
What's NOT Included (and What It Costs)
Even the most comprehensive package has extras. Here's what you should budget for on top of the package price:
| Extra | Typical Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Flights | £80-700pp | Depends on destination and time of year |
| Travel insurance | £30-60pp | Always get golf-specific cover for equipment |
| Buggy (if not included) | €25-50 per round | Most GPH packages include shared buggies |
| Lunch at the course | €10-25 | Sandwich and a drink, varies by course |
| Dinner (if B&B) | €20-50pp per night | Hotel or local restaurant. Upgrade to HB to fix this cost. |
| Drinks | €20-40pp per day | Beer, wine, soft drinks. Go all-inclusive to cap this. |
| Tips | €5-10 per round | For caddie master, buggy attendant |
A realistic daily spending budget on top of your package is €50-80pp for a mid-range trip (B&B basis). That covers lunch, dinner, and drinks. On an all-inclusive package, your extras drop to about €20-30pp per day for course snacks and tips.
Why Packages Save You Money (Usually)
I know some of you are thinking: "I could book this cheaper myself on Booking.com." And sometimes you can — for the hotel alone. But here's what happens when you DIY a golf holiday:
- Green fees: We get contracted rates 15-25% below the walk-up price. That €130 round at Aphrodite Hills? We pay less. And we pass that saving on.
- Tee times: We pre-book tee times months in advance. Try booking a 9am fourball at Son Vida in April two weeks before travel — good luck.
- Transfers: We use the same transfer companies year-round. They give us rates you won't get booking a one-off taxi.
- ATOL/ABTA protection: Book through us and your money is protected. Book the hotel directly and the green fees separately? If the hotel goes bust, you lose the lot.
On a typical 7-night, 5-round package, the savings we get on green fees and transfers alone usually cover our margin. You're essentially getting our expertise and the financial protection for free.
How to Get an Accurate Quote
The fastest way to get a real price for your specific trip is to tell us:
- How many people
- When you want to go (even approximately)
- Where you fancy (or your budget, and we'll suggest places)
- How many rounds you want to play
We'll come back with a detailed quote within 24 hours — usually faster. No obligation, no pressure, no hidden costs.
A golfer from Leeds rang us last week and said: "I've been Googling for three hours and I still don't know what it'll cost." We had a detailed quote in his inbox within two hours. Three options, three price points, everything itemised. He booked the middle one. Total time on the phone: 12 minutes.
Tell us where, when, and how many. We'll do the rest.
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