2027 RYDER CUP TRAVEL SERVICES APPOINT GULLIVERS SPORTS TRAVEL AS OFFICIAL UK TOUR OPERATOR, ALONG WITH SISTER COMPANY THE EXPERIENCE GOLF

• Gullivers Sports Travel and The Experience Golf appointed as Official Tour Operators for the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor.
• The appointment includes full authorisation to market and sell official ticket-inclusive travel packages for fans and guests alike.
• The Experience Golf celebrates its first Ryder Cup appointment, strengthening its position as a premium provider of luxury golf travel.

11th December 2025, London UK — Ryder Cup Travel Services today announced the appointment of Gullivers Sports Travel and The Experience Golf, both part of the wider family of brands under Levy, as Official Tour Operators for the upcoming 2027 tournament in Ireland.

Gullivers Sports Travel have been at the forefront of bespoke travel experiences for over 50 years, delivering unrivalled itineraries and unforgettable experiences for the golf enthusiast.  With a legacy of crafting luxury golf travel across the World’s most celebrated destinations, recent tours have included exceptional Ryder Cup programmes in Paris 2018 and Rome 2023.  With seasoned tour managers and tailored hospitality packages, this partnership ensures that golf supporters across the UK can enjoy official access to the prestigious tournament with meticulously designed travel experiences.

The Experience Golf brings its signature blend of luxury, personalisation and insider access to the event for the very first time. Specialising in premium golf travel across Scotland, Ireland and beyond, the team curates tailored itineraries that combine championship golf with exceptional hospitality. With a dedicated on-the-ground concierge team, long-standing relationships with world-class courses and a reputation for delivering seamless high-end experiences, The Experience Golf will offer packages designed for those seeking an elevated way to enjoy one of the sport’s greatest spectacles.

The 2027 Ryder Cup will be taking place against the stunning backdrop of Adare Manor in County Limerick, offering a world-class setting for one of golf’s most anticipated international events. The schedule features four preliminary days from 13 September to 16 September 2027, leading into three days of competition between Team Europe and Team USA from Friday 17 September to Sunday 19 September 2027.

Gullivers Sports Travel and The Experience Golf will offer a range of exciting packages that are dedicated to bringing fans closer to the action - from a five-night option including flights with Gullivers Sports Travel, through to an extended eight-night luxury itinerary with The Experience Golf, including three rounds of golf on some of Ireland’s most celebrated courses.

Neil Salmon, Managing Director, Gullivers Sports Travel, said: “We are delighted to be appointed as Official Tour Operator for the 2027 Ryder Cup. Having delivered an exceptional Ryder Cup experience in Rome 2023, we look forward to once again supporting golf fans with our expert on-tour management and delivering an unforgettable experience throughout the event. Working closely with our sister brand, The Experience Golf, we’re proud to combine our strengths to offer fans thoughtfully crafted, premium travel experiences at this monumental event.”

Richard Payne, Director of Commercial Strategy and Golf at Levy, said: “Being appointed an Official Tour Operator for the 2027 Ryder Cup is an important milestone for our team. As this is our first official appointment, we’re thrilled to bring our tailored, high-touch approach to one of golf’s most celebrated occasions. Beyond the tournament itself, we look forward to offering fans the chance to play some of Ireland’s finest courses, as well as other world-class venues across the UK, all within tailored, luxury itineraries that deliver unforgettable experiences from start to finish. We're very much looking forward to working alongside our sister brand, Gulliver's Sports Travels, on this landmark event.”

Richard Parker, Senior Business Development Manager at Ryder Cup Travel Services, said “Ryder Cup Travel Services are delighted to confirm Gullivers Travel as part of our Official Tour Operator Programme for the 2027 Ryder Cup. This appointment builds on our long-standing and successful relationship, and we are equally pleased to broaden this partnership to include their sister brand, The Experience Golf. Both teams bring a proven track record in delivering world-class sports travel, and we look forward to working closely with them to provide fans with exceptional, seamless ticket-inclusive experiences for this landmark event.”

Official travel packages from Gullivers Sports Travel - and tours with golf from The Experience Golf - will be available to buy from Thursday 11 December 2025. Fans can register their interest or learn more at Gulliverstravel.co.uk/event/2027-ryder-cup and on TheExperienceGolf.com.

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About Gullivers Sports Travel

Gullivers Sports Travel is ABTA, ATOL and IATA registered.  With over fifty years of operational experience, they’re sports tour market leaders, having built an international reputation based on service quality and an in-depth knowledge of how to cater to the needs of international sports travellers. 

Gullivers Sports Travel is part of Levy UK, the sports, leisure and hospitality division of Compass Group UK & Ireland.
Gullivers Sports Travel, Ground Floor, Ashvale 2, Ashchurch Business Centre, Alexandra Way, Tewkesbury GL20 8NB  
gulliverstravel.co.uk

About The Experience Golf

The Experience Golf (formerly The Experience St Andrews) was established in 1995 and offers exclusive tailored, concierge-level golf experiences. A subsidiary of Keith Prowse, who are part of Levy UK, the sports, leisure and hospitality division of Compass Group UK & Ireland. 

The Experience Golf, The Office at The Dukes, Craigtoun Park, St Andrews, KY16 8NX

theexperiencegolf.com

About Ryder Cup Travel Services

Ryder Cup Travel Services (RCTS) has enjoyed a long-standing relationship with Ryder Cup Europe and the Ryder Cup Matches since 1997 and look forward to operating as the 2027 Ryder Cup Official Accommodation Services Provider as well as the 2027 Ryder Cup Official Travel Operator.