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The 20 Best Golf Tour Operators for Senior Players.

The German-speaking golf travel market has consolidated: 20 tour operators account for over 90 % of senior package tours. Which providers have which strengths—and which five are particularly relevant for senior golfers.

MA list of golf travel providers was overwhelming ten years ago with 50 companies. Today, there are only about 20 serious players in the German-speaking market – and of those, five have established themselves as senior specialists. Once people find the right provider, they often stay for decades.

The golf travel market is small and manageable. Around 20 tour operators cover the German, Austrian, and Swiss markets. Five of them specialize in senior players—with adjusted tee times, senior group programs, and destinations typical for seniors.

The Top 10 Generalists

Organizers 1–3 — Olimar, Falcon, PGA Reisen

✓ MARKET LEADER.

Olimar Reisen, Falcon Travel, and PGA Reisen are the three largest specialists in German-speaking countries. Olimar dominates Portugal/Algarve, Falcon the Mediterranean region, and PGA Reisen Scotland and premium destinations.

Organizers 4–6 — Aldiana, Robinson, Iberotel

Resort Program.

Aldiana, Robinson, and Iberotel combine resort stays with golf programs. Especially attractive for senior golfers with non-golfer partners: pool, wellness, and sports at the resort.

Organizers 7–10 — Schauinsland, FTI, Dertour, Tui

✓ LARGE PACKAGES.

Classic tour operators with golf programs. Advantage: large hotel selection, often favorable prices. Disadvantage: less golf-specific service, tee time availability often poorer.

Reputable golf tour operators in the German-speaking market

DRV Travel Association 2024

Consolidated market with clear specialists. The right choice makes the difference.

The Top 5 Senior Specialists

Specialist 1 — Olimar Travel

✓ PORTUGAL EXPERT.

Olimar has specialized in Portugal since 1979. Algarve, Lisbon, Madeira. Senior group programs, German tour guides on-site, long-standing hotel contracts. The best choice for Portugal trips.

Specialist 2 — Falcon Travel

✓ MEDITERRANEAN EXPERT.

Falcon Travel dominates Spain, Turkey, and Tunisia. Own tee time contingents, senior groups with fixed flight assignments. Best choice for Mediterranean travel.

Specialist 3 — PGA Travel

✓ PREMIUM DESTINATIONS.

PGA Reisen offers premium trips to Scotland, Ireland, USA, and Asia. Higher price segment, but best tee time securing at top courses. Best choice for pilgrimage destinations.

Specialist 4 — Aldiana

✓ FAMILY + GOLF.

Aldiana Clubs (Turkey, Spain, Greece) with integrated golf programs. Ideal for senior golfers with their partners, children, or grandchildren: resort service plus golf comfort.

Specialist 5 — Iberotel Golf

Turkey Resort Specialist.

Iberotel is the market leader in Belek, Turkey, with private access to its own golf course. A premium resort experience with straightforward tee time organization and senior group travel.

The senior golf travel market in Germany is mature and well-established. Five specialists account for 80 % of the senior segment—they’re worth getting to know.

— Frank Brohl, IAGTO Vice President

Three selection criteria for the right organizer.

Destination-Match

Olimar for Portugal, Falcon for Spain/Turkey, PGA Reisen for UK/USA. Those who choose the specialist for their desired destination benefit from decades of hotel and course expertise.

Review Senior Programs

Special senior group tours with adjusted tee times, German tour guides, and a pace suitable for seniors are not standard with every tour operator. Ask specifically beforehand.

Consider travel protection.

Full insolvency protection is guaranteed only by DRV-certified organizers. For smaller providers, check individually.

On this page

ON THIS PAGE

01 Top 10 Generalists

02 Top 5 Senior Specialists

03 Which organizer suits which trip

Mathias Struwe

PUBLISHER · HCP 31 · 68 YRS.

Organizers cover 90 % of the market.

REFERENCE

DGV Member Statistics 2024. Golf Tourism Reports (KPMG 2024). PGA Travel Partner Overview. IAGTO Golf Tourism Report 2024. World Golf Awards 2024.

What the organizer's choice does not replace

The right tour operator is important—but it doesn't replace personal destination research, clarifying your own skill level, and individual travel preferences. Even the best tour operator can't fix the wrong destination.

THREE FIRST STEPS

How to find the right event organizer

Set the destination first

Algarve, Turkey, Scotland — the destination determines the organizer, not the other way around. Step 1: Where do you want to go?

Get three quotes

At the desired destination: three offers from specialists and two generalists. Comparison of price, hotel standard, tee time securing, senior programs.

Reviews on Trustpilot/HolidayCheck

Before booking: check recent reviews. Consistent issues (tee time shifts, hotel deficiencies) are red flags.