Trip Templates
The sweet spot is 4 days and 3 nights — all 7 courses, 7–8 rounds. The golden rule: play every course at least once. The second rule: don't overdo it.
The Replay Rate Advantage
Bandon's second round of the day is half off. 36-hole days are economically smart — but physically demanding.
The Weekend Warrior
3 Days / 2 Nights4 of 5 courses · 4–5 rounds
The Sweet Spot
4 Days / 3 NightsAll 7 courses · 7–8 rounds
The Full Immersion
5 Days / 4 NightsAll 7 + 2 replays · 9–10 rounds
Full day-by-day breakdowns are in the guide.
Frequently asked questions
How many days do you need at Bandon Dunes?
The sweet spot is 4 days and 3 nights — enough to play all 7 courses across 7–8 rounds. A 3-day, 2-night trip fits 4–5 rounds on 4 of 5 courses, and a 5-day, 4-night trip gets you all 7 courses plus 2 replays at 9–10 rounds.
How many rounds can you play on a Bandon Dunes trip?
Expect 4–5 rounds in 3 days, 7–8 rounds in 4 days, and 9–10 rounds in 5 days. The golden rule is to play every course at least once — and the second rule is don't overdo it.
Is the replay round at Bandon Dunes half price?
Yes — Bandon's second round of the day is half off. That makes 36-hole days economically smart, though they're physically demanding.
Can you play all 7 Bandon Dunes courses in one trip?
Yes. A 4-day, 3-night trip covers all 7 courses in 7–8 rounds, and a 5-day, 4-night trip adds 2 replays for 9–10 rounds. A 3-day trip only fits 4 of 5 courses.
This chapter continues in the full guide.
The complete guide includes 22 chapters of insider knowledge, the interactive budget calculator, and ready-made trip templates.
Get the Field Guide — $29Instant PDF + Calculator download
