Asia offers a wide range of golf holiday destinations, from Thailand’s established hubs and Vietnam’s modern coastal corridors to Cambodia’s temple-side layouts, Malaysia’s city and island courses, Indonesia’s mix of clifftop and highland golf, the Philippines’ relaxed island regions, and Yunnan’s cool-climate mountain settings. Each destination delivers a distinct style of golf, allowing travelers to choose between beach resorts, cultural highlights, cooler highlands, or multi-country touring while we handle all tee times, transport, and hotel arrangements. Read on to learn which Asian golf destination is right for your next golf trip.
Thailand is widely regarded as Asia’s most complete golf holiday destination. The country combines a large choice of quality golf courses with professional caddies, well run clubs, and a tourism infrastructure that makes travel straightforward for visiting golfers.
A Thailand golf holiday can be based in one region or combine several of the country’s key golf hubs:
Bangkok – Ideal for short breaks with easy international access, a wide choice of courses around the city, and extensive dining and shopping.
Hua Hin – Relaxed seaside town with tournament proven courses, compact transfers, and a quieter atmosphere.
Pattaya – High course density and strong value, with many layouts within easy reach of the resort areas.
Phuket and Koh Samui – Island golf with beach resorts, spas, and a slower pace of stay.
Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai – Cooler northern climate, mountain views, and a more laid back city feel.
Most golf courses in Thailand offer modern facilities, well maintained fairways and greens, and reliable year round operations. Tee times are generally well managed, practice facilities are good, and the presence of trained caddies on almost every round creates a golf experience that is different from Europe, Australia, or North America.
Thailand works well for:
First time Asia golf travelers who want a smooth, well organized introduction to the region
Groups of friends looking for good value golf and flexible nightlife or dining
Couples combining golf with beaches, culture, and spa time
Repeat visitors who want to explore new regions or play higher ranked championship courses
Tell us your preferred travel month, length of stay, approximate budget, and handicaps, and we will design a custom Thailand golf holiday with confirmed tee times, private transfers, and hotel options that fit your group.
Vietnam has become one of Asia’s most talked about golf holiday destinations. The country combines modern championship golf courses with dramatic coastal scenery, historic cities, and a strong food and culture component. For golf travelers, it offers a clear alternative to Thailand while still being easy to reach, safe, and visitor friendly.
Today, golf in Vietnam is centered around several key regions, each with a distinct character:
Danang – Hoi An – Hue
Coastal golf corridor with a cluster of top ranked courses, long beaches, and two UNESCO listed towns. Ideal for 1 to 2 week golf holidays with minimal internal travel.
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Southern hub with access to a wide selection of courses in and around the city, strong nightlife, and easy extensions to the Mekong Delta or nearby beach destinations.
Hanoi and Ha Long Bay
Northern Vietnam combines cooler seasons, rolling countryside courses, and spectacular limestone scenery in Ha Long Bay. Well suited to golfers who also value history and local culture.
Dalat, Nha Trang, Phan Thiet, Quy Nhon and emerging coastal areas
Secondary regions for repeat visitors or longer itineraries, where you can combine golf with beaches, highlands, and quieter resort environments.
Reasons golfers choose Vietnam for their next holiday:
Modern layouts designed by leading international architects
Well maintained courses with improving practice and clubhouse facilities
Good mix of resort golf, member courses, and coastal or inland designs
Strong value compared to many long haul golf destinations
Plenty of non golf options for partners and non golfers
Whether you want a single base in Danang for a week of golf or a multi stop itinerary linking Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, and Ho Chi Minh City, we can design and operate the full trip including tee times, caddies, transfers, domestic flights, and hotels.
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Cambodia has moved from a niche option to a recognized golf holiday destination in Southeast Asia. Golf in Cambodia combines play on modern layouts with easy access to temples, markets, and riverside city life, making it well suited to golfers who also want meaningful sightseeing.
The country’s golf offering is built mainly around two hubs:
Siem Reap
Siem Reap is the primary base for Cambodia golf holidays. Courses are located within easy driving distance of town, and you can combine morning or afternoon tee times with visits to the Angkor temple complex, including Angkor Wat, Bayon, and Ta Prohm. The town itself still reflects elements of its French colonial heritage and has a compact center with restaurants, bars, and shops, which works well for small groups and couples.
Phnom Penh
The capital offers a growing selection of courses around the city, together with riverside promenades, cafés, and historical sites. Phnom Penh is often used at the start or end of a trip for golfers who want a mix of golf and urban experiences.
Typical Cambodia golf holidays run from 4 to 7 nights and can be:
A Siem Reap based trip focused on golf plus Angkor temples
A split itinerary between Siem Reap and Phnom Penh
A regional journey combining Cambodia with Vietnam or Thailand as part of a longer Asian golf holiday
Reasons to consider a Cambodia golf holiday:
Playable year round with defined dry and green seasons
International standard courses with varied layouts and conditions
Strong cultural and sightseeing value for both golfers and non golfers
Compact distances between courses, hotels, and key attractions
We design complete Cambodia golf itineraries including tee times, caddies, private transport, guiding for temple visits, and selected hotels that fit your budget and group profile.
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Malaysia is one of Southeast Asia’s most versatile and good value golf destinations. Golf remains widely accessible, with a large number of courses in and around major cities, hill stations, and coastal areas. International designers have shaped many layouts to work with tropical jungle, rolling hills, and ocean views, creating a wide variety of playing conditions within a single country.
Key regions for a Malaysia golf holiday include:
Kuala Lumpur
The main entry point and Malaysia’s strongest golf hub. A high concentration of member and resort courses sit within driving distance of the city, supported by modern clubhouses and practice facilities. Ideal for short breaks or as the core of a longer itinerary.
Johor Bahru and Desaru Coast
Southern Malaysia near Singapore, with resort style courses and convenient access via Singapore or Johor. Works well for golfers combining Singapore city time with a more relaxed coastal stay.
Penang and Langkawi
Island and coastal environments that suit golfers wanting a mix of golf, beaches, and local food. These regions work well for couples and mixed golf / non golf trips.
Highlands and interior regions
Cooler climate layouts in the hills and near tea or forest areas. These are attractive for golfers who prefer lower temperatures and more scenic countryside.
East Malaysia (Sabah and Sarawak)
Less crowded fairways and more nature focused itineraries, typically for repeat visitors or golfers looking for something different to the main city hubs.
Why golfers choose Malaysia:
Wide spectrum of courses – from resort layouts to private clubs accessible via packaged play
Generally competitive green fees compared with Japan, Korea, or China
Reliable year round play with tropical climate and managed course conditions
Modern facilities, good service standards, and English widely spoken in golf environments
Strong add ons for non golfers such as shopping, food, nature, and festivals
A Malaysia golf holiday can be structured as a single city break around Kuala Lumpur, an island stay in Penang or Langkawi, or a multi stop journey linking KL with Southern Malaysia or the highlands. We arrange tee times, caddies, private transfers, and hotels matched to your budget and group profile.
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Indonesia offers very different golf experiences within one country. You can play cliff top holes above the ocean in Bali, cooler fairways in the hills around Bogor, and relaxed resort courses on islands near Singapore. It is a good option if you have already played Thailand or Vietnam and want something new without losing comfort or service.
A Indonesia golf holiday can be based in one main region or combine two or three of the key golf hubs:
Bali
Best known island for international visitors, with golf that fits naturally into a beach and spa holiday. Expect ocean views, coastal wind, and the option to escape into the cooler highlands for a round surrounded by forest and crater lakes. Works very well for couples and mixed golf or non golf groups.
Jakarta and Bogor
Jakarta gives access to many local clubs around the city, while nearby Bogor in the hills is cooler and more relaxed. This combination suits golfers who want more rounds, more variety, and do not mind some driving time between hotel and course.
Surabaya and East Java
A smaller but interesting cluster of courses that fit well for repeat visitors or as an add on to a trip that already includes Bali or Jakarta. You get a more local feel and fewer international tourists.
Bintan and Batam (near Singapore)
Island resorts reached by ferry from Singapore. These are ideal for short breaks or as a soft landing at the start or end of a longer trip. Most golfers stay at one resort, play the onsite courses, and relax by the sea.
Yogyakarta and Central Java
Golf combined with strong culture. You can play a round and visit Borobudur or Prambanan on the same trip. This region is best for golfers who want meaningful sightseeing and do not need to fit in 18 holes every day.
Indonesia works well for:
Golfers who value scenery and local character as much as the number of courses
Couples where one partner plays more golf and the other prefers spa, pool, markets, or temples
Small groups planning a second or third Asia golf holiday and wanting something less familiar
Players who enjoy combining city time, island time, and a bit of cooler highland golf in one journey
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The Philippines offers a different style of golf holiday in Asia – a mix of good courses, relaxed resort areas, and island scenery. Instead of one huge golf hub, you get several smaller regions that combine golf with beaches, volcano views, and lively city life.
A Philippines golf holiday can be based in one main area or link two or three of the country’s key golf hubs:
Clark and Angeles City
Strong base for golf in Central Luzon. Courses are close by, transfers are short, and the atmosphere is informal and friendly. This area works well for groups of friends who want to play regularly and keep logistics simple.
Manila and surrounds
The capital region gives access to a number of well established clubs within driving distance of the city. It suits golfers who are comfortable with some transfer time in exchange for variety and who also want dining, shopping, and nightlife options in the evenings.
Tagaytay and highland areas
Cooler temperatures and views across lakes and volcano landscapes. Ideal as a contrast to Manila or Clark, especially for golfers who prefer fresher air and more open surroundings.
Cebu and nearby islands
Good option if you want to mix golf with snorkeling, island trips, and a slower pace. Works well for couples and mixed golf or non golf groups who do not need to play every day.
Boracay and selected beach destinations
Smaller golf offering but strong beaches and resort life. Best used as a relaxing start or finish to a golf focused trip elsewhere in the country.
The Philippines works well for:
Golfers who want a balance between days on the course and time by the pool or sea
Groups of friends looking for informal evenings, local food, and a social atmosphere after golf
Couples who want a lighter schedule of golf and plenty of island or city time
Repeat Asia golfers who have already played Thailand or Vietnam and would like a different style of trip
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Yunnan is a strong option if you want cooler temperatures, fresh air, and big scenery with your golf. Centered around Kunming, the province is known as the “Spring City” for its mild climate, which makes it suitable for golf almost all year. Courses are laid out around lakes, rolling hills, and mountain backdrops, so you get a very different feel to coastal or tropical Asia.
Most Yunnan golf holidays are built around a stay at or near leading resorts in the Kunming area, with:
Comfortable playing conditions in a cooler, drier climate
Lakeside and hillside holes with wide views and clear air
Compact transfers between resort, courses, and city
Yunnan works well for:
Golfers who find hot and humid conditions tiring and prefer a temperate climate
Couples who want a quieter, nature focused trip rather than big city nightlife
Repeat Asia golfers who have already played Thailand and Vietnam and want a fresh style of destination
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