Castle Stuart Golf Links is the established championship course at Cabot Highlands, overlooking the Moray Firth near Inverness. Its wide fairways, natural contours and coastal positioning create constantly changing views across the water and surrounding Highlands.

The design reflects the character of early links golf, giving players room from the tee while presenting different angles and decisions around the greens. It is a visually striking course that balances playability with strategic challenge.

Cruden Bay is a traditional Scottish links set beside the Aberdeenshire coastline, with sweeping views across the North Sea. Originally shaped by Old Tom Morris and Archie Simpson, the course follows the natural contours of towering dunes and rolling coastal ground.

Its unconventional routing, elevated viewpoints and varied shot options reward imagination rather than relying on length alone. The combination of scenery, history and strategic challenge makes Cruden Bay one of the most memorable opening rounds of the tour.

Founded in 1780, Royal Aberdeen is recognised as one of the oldest golf clubs in the world. Its Balgownie Course follows the Aberdeenshire coastline through a succession of impressive dunes and demanding natural terrain.

Originally designed by the Simpson brothers and later refined by James Braid, the course is known for its historic character, strategic bunkering and challenging opening stretch. It offers a traditional links test in one of Scottish golf’s most established settings.

Royal Dornoch is one of Scotland’s most admired championship links, with golf played across its natural dunes for more than four centuries. Old Tom Morris extended the course to 18 holes in 1886, helping shape the layout recognised today.

The course is known for its raised greens, natural bunkering and views across the Dornoch Firth. Its understated setting and timeless links character make it a fitting final round before the tour continues to Ireland.

Founded in 1887, Nairn Golf Club is a classic championship links running beside the Moray Firth. Its traditional out-and-back routing has been influenced by architects including Archie Simpson, Old Tom Morris and James Braid.

Sea views accompany every hole, while firm playing surfaces, fast greens and carefully positioned hazards place a premium on accuracy. Nairn has hosted leading amateur competitions including the Walker Cup and Curtis Cup.

The new Trump North Sea Links course stretches across an expansive section of rugged Aberdeenshire coastline. Its design incorporates mountainous dunes, coastal ridgelines and greens positioned to capture uninterrupted views over the North Sea.

The itinerary describes the course as featuring an exceptionally large natural bunker and infinity-style greens beside the dune ridge. It promises a distinctive modern links experience shaped by the scale and drama of its natural surroundings.