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Edinburgh – Scotch Whisky Experience - Day Tour from London

Travel from London to Edinburgh for a day combining independent city sightseeing with a guided Scotch Whisky Experience. The package includes return rail travel and a whisky tour with a tasting of four regional single malts. Discover the differences between Scotland's whisky-producing regions, then use your free time to explore the capital's streets and landmarks. This experience is for guests aged 18 and over. The rail trip and city sightseeing are unescorted; the whisky attraction provides the guided part of the day.

Discover Edinburgh and the Scotch Whisky Experience

Arrive in Edinburgh and make your way to the Scotch Whisky Experience. Your guide introduces whisky production and the characteristics associated with different Scottish regions. Explore the whisky collection and take part in a tutored nosing and tasting of four contrasting single malts. Bring photo identification if required under the attraction's age-check policy. Use the rest of your time to explore Edinburgh independently before returning to Waverley station. Your information pack and train tickets provide the arrangements for the journey back to London.

included in your tour

Return train journey with reserved seats from London (in chosen travel class)

The Scotch Whisky Experience guided tour with tasting of 4 Scotch whiskies

Information Pack

tour highlights

  • Return train journey with reserved seating from London
  • Enjoy a sensory journey across Scotland’s five whisky producing regions, hosted by an inspirational guide.
  • Explore the glass vault of a world-famous Scotch whisky collection
  • Tutored nosing and tasting of 4 contrasting regional single malts included
  • Free time to discover the beautiful city of Edinburgh

meeting points & departure times

This is not your train ticket. Your electronic train tickets and detailed tour information will be sent to you one week before your scheduled departure date via email (or within 24 hours if booked within one week). Outbound: Train departs London Kings Cross at 7:00am – arrives at Edinburgh Waverley at 11:20am Return: Train departs Edinburgh Waverley at 5:30pm and arrives back at London Kings Cross at 10:09pm

FAQs

how long does this tour last?

1 day

Are entry tickets included?

Only the admissions expressly listed in your selected ticket option are included. Check the inclusions when booking.

is lunch included?

Not included: Lunch.

is hotel pick-up included?

No. Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off are not included.

is this tour suitable for children?

Check the operator’s age categories and any minimum-age restrictions for your selected option before booking.

Is there much walking involved?

Check the itinerary and accessibility information for your selected option. Walking requirements vary between stops and attractions.

Return train journey with reserved seating from London; Enjoy a sensory journey across Scotland’s five whisky producing regions, hosted by an inspirational guide.