St Andrews: Coastal Heritage
Beyond the fairways - where saints, scholars and stories meet the sea
Tour Description
St Andrews offers more than just the famous Old Course (and a further six golf courses). St Andrews is home to the third-oldest University in the English speaking world and served as the religious Capital of Scotland for centuries. Discover a town steeped in ancient history - where medieval ruins meet academic prestige and coastal charm. Wander the cobbled streets lined with centuries-old buildings; visit the haunting remains of St Andrews Cathedral and Castle, and soak in the atmosphere that has inspired scholars, saints, and kings. Whether you're drawn by faith, learning, or breathtaking scenery, this tour reveals the many layers of Scotland’s most iconic seaside town. Typical itinerary: AM: - 08:30 - Pick up at your chosen location. (Timing based on an Edinburgh departure). - Drive over to the Kingdom of Fife and follow the coast road to St Andrews through some of the beautiful fishing villages of the south coast of this beautiful region. PM: - Arrive in St Andrews around midday. - 16:00 - Depart St Andrews and return to your original destination. Why not turn your day tour into a longer adventure? Stay overnight in one of the region's fantastic hotels and pair this experience with another of our other Fife tours. Just get in touch - we'll be happy to craft a bespoke Fife itinerary for you. Please note, accommodation is not included on our multi-day tours, giving you the flexibility to choose lodgings that suit your style and budget. Our experienced team are happy to provide recommendations. Please also note, additional excursions or optional activities may be offered during your tour. Participation in extra excursions is entirely optional and may incur additional costs, which will be clearly communicated at the start of your tour. Extra excursions are subject to availability and may depend on factors such as weather, seasonal access, or local conditions. See our full T&C's for further info.
Deposit, Payments, Cancellation, Refunds, Special Requests & Optional Excursions
Deposit is paid at the time of booking, which secures your tour date with us. The remaining balance will be invoiced immediately and is due 30 days before the tour. Tours booked within 30 days require deposit and full payment immediately. Please note, if the balance is not paid by the 30‑day deadline, the booking will be cancelled and the deposit retained. Cancellations & Refunds - by you: - Cancellations made more than 30 days before the tour date will receive a full refund, excluding the deposit. - Cancellations made 15–30 days before the tour date will receive a 50% refund, excluding the deposit. - Cancellations made less than 15 days before the tour date are non‑refundable, including the deposit. If a guest chooses or is required to end their trip early once a tour has begun, no full or partial refunds will be issued. We will, however, assist with onward travel or local guidance where possible. To cancel or request a date change, please contact info@drummondscottishtours.com. Cancellations - by us: In the unlikely event that we must cancel a tour (e.g. severe weather or unforeseen circumstances), you will be offered a full refund or the option to reschedule. Special Requests & Accessibility Please inform us of any special requests at the time of booking. We will make every reasonable effort to accommodate them, though we cannot guarantee all requests can be fulfilled. Drummond Scottish Tours is not a specialised provider for disabled travellers. While we will always try to assist, we cannot guarantee full accessibility across all tours, vehicles, or locations. Travelling with Children Guests travelling with infants or young children must bring their own appropriate ISOFIX child or baby seat, as we do not provide child seats. Accommodation We do not arrange accommodation for multi‑day tours, but we are happy to suggest trusted local options if needed. Optional Extras Additional excursions or optional activities may be offered during your tour. These are entirely optional, may incur extra costs, and are subject to availability, weather, and seasonal access. All costs will be clearly communicated before booking. Please visit www.drummondscottishtours.com/termsandconditions to view our full Terms and Conditions.