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The land down under is one of the greatest vacation destinations on the planet, with glorious year-round weather, world-renowned sights, and experiences you can’t find anywhere else. When combined with your favorite sport, Australia golf vacations really do have it all.

Melbourne’s Sandbelt offers the greatest collection of World Top 100 courses, including Royal Melbourne and Victoria Golf Club. This great sporting city is also home to The MCG (Melbourne Cricket Ground), the Australian Open tennis tournament, and the annual Australian Grand Prix.

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Venture away from Melbourne to Sydney, the iconic natural bay city, where you can visit the Harbour Bridge, the Opera House, and Bondi Beach. Golf at New South Wales Golf Club, one of the best public courses in Australia, is located right on the ocean at the mouth of Botany Bay.

Farther afield, you’ll find the hidden gem of golf vacations in Australia, Tasmania, with the remote King Island’s Cape Wickham, and the renowned Barnbougle on the main Island.

Premier Golf has been planning spectacular golf vacations and tours since its founding in 1988, so you can rest assured our experts will tailor your next experience to meet your specific wants and needs.

Representatives will be on hand to help fulfill your dream Australia itinerary and ensure you have the most spectacular golf trip down under.

The Best Golf Destinations in Australia

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Melbourne

The Melbourne Sandbelt, lying southeast of the city on the shores of Port Phillip Bay is world-renowned for excellent golf. This natural sand foundation lends itself to extensive and often spectacular bunkering, one of the reasons Australia’s great golfers have a reputation for being exceptional bunker players.

Beyond the famed courses of Royal Melbourne, Victoria Golf Club, and Kingston Heath, the metropolitan city offers an exceptional vacation experience. Enjoy the array of live sports on offer, sample some of Australia’s best wines, or visit the native penguin population on Phillip Island.

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Sydney

Australia’s most famous city is one of the most geographically spectacular metropolises on the planet. Centered around a natural harbor created as the Parramatta River reaches the Pacific Ocean, Sydney offers beauty at every turn. Take time out on one of the iconic surfing beaches of Manly, Coogee, or Bondai. Explore the exotic botanical gardens, or climb the harbor bridge for the ultimate city view.

The finest course in the region is New South Wales Golf Club, an oceanfront layout that offers dramatic scenery in the coastal southern city suburbs.

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Tasmania

The state of Tasmania is located off the southern coast of Australia’s mainland. Split across two islands, accessing golf here can be a little more challenging, but well worth the effort.

With Cape Wickam and Barnbougle’s course designers including Tom Doak, Bill Coore, Ben Crenshaw, and Mike DeVries, this is the ultimate remote golf destination in the southern hemisphere. Without the historic prestige of Melbourne golf, Tasmania has only made its name in the 21st century, however is now an unmissable addition to an Australian golf tour.

Where to play

With over 1,500 golf courses, including 11 ranked in the top 100 in the world, Australia is a golfer’s dream destination. Tee off at stunning coastal landscapes, experience the warm Australian hospitality, and immerse yourself in the country’s rich history and diverse natural beauty.

What makes a Premier Golf trip to Australia special?

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World class golf courses
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Luxury golf and hotel resorts
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Natural Wonders of the World
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Iconic Culture
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Wide range of activities available
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Best time to visit: October to March

Australia’s Best Golf Courses

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Royal Melbourne

Like The Country Club outside Boston, Royal Melbourne GC has three recognized championship courses among the 36 holes on property. There is the West, the East, and the Composite – made up of 6 holes from the East and 12 from the West that are utilized in prestigious competitions.

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Victoria

Completed in 2019, along with its neighbor Royal Melbourne, Victoria Golf Club is rated among the Top 100 Golf Courses in the World, quite an oddity for true city courses.e

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New South Wales

New South Wales GC features breathtaking views overlooking the Tasman Sea and Bounty Bay, where Captain Cook on the Endeavor first sailed into Sydney. The area is part of the National Park Kamay Bounty Bay region.

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Cape Wickham

There is something special about remote island golf and King Island, located in the Bass Strait halfway between Victoria, Australia and Tasmania boasts one of the world’s best courses and is worth the journey to experience.

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Barnbougle

The golf world stood up and took notice of little-known Tasmania as a links golf destination when the original Barnbougle Dunes course opened in 2004. It was the brilliant vision and collaboration between Tom Doak and ex-Australian professional, Mike Clayton.re

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Kingston Heath

Kingston Heath Golf Club was founded in 1909, and rivals its famous next-door neighbor for the No.1 Course in Australia ranking over the West Course at Royal Melbourne.

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Australia Golf Tour

Blend world-class courses, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture on this 9-day trip to the Down Under. Whether you’re playing on iconic courses or enjoying the country’s natural beauty, Australia provides an unforgettable experience for golfers.

9 nights accommodation and 4 rounds of golf

Prices starting from $4,975

Explore Australia

Australia is a great sporting nation, the active outdoor lifestyle and culture of competition breed many world-class athletes. With popular national sports including cricket, rugby, their own ‘Aussie Rules’ football, and of course golf.

A trip Downunder is one of the great golf adventures, both for the quality of golf and the experiences on offer.

In addition to golf, enjoy the iconic culture influenced by the indigenous population. Sights include the Great Barrier Reef, Uluru, the Great Ocean Road, and the Blue Mountains.

Direct flights into Melbourne and Sydney make an Australian golf tour accessible. Regular, good-value internal flights, similar to the U.S., make multi-destination itineraries very achievable, despite the long distances.

Why book a golf trip to Australia?

Dreaming of a unique golf escape? Our Australian golf holidays offer world-class play set against sun-kissed coastlines, rugged outback vistas, and vibrant cities like Sydney and Melbourne. Tee off at top courses, where kangaroos might be your unexpected spectators.

Whether you’re planning a solo getaway or a group trip, discover packages for every style and budget. With iconic sights, unique wildlife, and unforgettable experiences, Australia promises more than just a golf holiday – it’s a full-blown adventure down under.

Wildlife encounters at Australia’s top golf resorts

Australia’s top golf tours offer unforgettable wildlife encounters on stunning courses. Imagine playing along coastal cliffs or in the outback, with kangaroos and kookaburras joining you on the fairway, creating a truly unique golfing experience.

Teeing off at top-tier courses like Royal Melbourne Golf Club or Victoria Golf Club in Melbourne comes with more than just pristine fairways, you’re also just a short trip from the iconic Phillip Island Nature Park. As the sun sets, you might catch a glimpse of the world’s smallest penguins waddling ashore, or watch the local fur seal colony lounging along the island’s rugged, dramatic coastline.

In Sydney, the New South Wales Golf Club offers sweeping views over the Tasman Sea and Botany Bay. Around the region, it’s not uncommon to spot native species like possums, gliders, wallabies, and, if you’re lucky, even echidnas, bandicoots, koalas, wombats, or fruit bats.

Down in Tasmania, a round at Barnbougle or Cape Wickham Golf Links is only part of the adventure. Off the course, you may encounter unique local wildlife such as the shy Tasmanian wombat, the elusive platypus, or the striking Cape Barren goose, each adding a little extra magic to your golf getaway.

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Top things to do near Australia’s top golf vacations

The best golf packages in Australia offer more than just incredible courses, they’re surrounded by unforgettable side adventures. In Melbourne, pair your round at Kingston Heath with a stroll through Queen Victoria Market, wine tasting in the Yarra Valley, or a trip to Phillip Island to spot koalas, kangaroos, and the famous little penguins.

Over in Sydney, tour the iconic Opera House, relax in the hidden beauty of Wendy’s Secret Garden, or escape to the Royal National Park for a swim or snorkel in a tranquil, creek-fed lagoon.

Tasmania brings a different kind of magic. After your game, marvel at the Milky Way under some of the clearest skies on Earth, or, if you’re lucky, witness the Southern Lights. Taste your way along the Tasting Trail: think truffles, oysters, whisky, and handmade chocolate.

For a wild yet walkable experience, don’t miss Cataract Gorge, a lush river canyon just minutes from Launceston’s city center.

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Crown Towers, Melbourne

If you’re heading to Australia for a golf trip, I highly recommend staying at Crown Towers in Melbourne. It’s pure luxury with spacious rooms, an amazing spa, and incredible dining all in one place.

While it’s not on a course, it’s just a short drive from the best of Melbourne’s Sandbelt clubs like Royal Melbourne and Kingston Heath. The concierge can help with tee times and transport, and after a long day on the greens, there’s nothing better than unwinding with a drink overlooking the city. It’s the perfect base for a high-end golf getaway.

“Royal Melbourne is all about strategy, not brute force. The firm, fast fairways and cleverly contoured greens mean you need to think your way around every hole. Often, it’s better to lay up short of trouble and leave yourself the right angle into the green than to go for distance. Keep the ball below the hole wherever possible, putting downhill on those slick greens can be treacherous.”
Tips from our expert, Bill Hogan
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