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What to expect

Four-star Central Hotel

Four-star Central Hotel

Stay in the city's New Town

Free Time

Free Time

Explore Edinburgh Castle & more

Whisky Experience

Whisky Experience

Private whisky tasting & canapes

Unique souvenir

Unique souvenir

Personalised whisky blend & bottle

About this trip...

Discover Scotland’s elegant capital on this sociable short winter break, combining stylish city living, festive atmosphere and a memorable whisky experience. Based in the heart of Edinburgh's New Town, you’ll enjoy time to explore at your own pace, dine with a small group of solo travellers and create your own bespoke whisky blend during an exclusive private tasting experience.

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What's included?

  • Double/twin room for sole use
  • Daily breakfast & one buffet dinner
  • Welcome drink
  • Exclusive 'blend your own whisky' experience
  • Personalised whisky bottle to take home
  • Canapes with the whisky experience
  • Accompanying Solos Tour Leader
  • Fully financially protect

What's extra:

What's Extra
  • Insurance - see here

Itinerary

  • Arrival day & dinner with the group
  • Edinburgh at leisure and private whisky experience
  • Departure day

What you'll be doing

Day One: Arrival in Edinburgh

Day One: Arrival in Edinburgh

Check in to our centrally located hotel for the next two nights. Once settled, there’s time to start exploring this beautiful city. Perhaps stroll along Princes Street, browse the shops on George Street or enjoy a warming coffee in one of Edinburgh’s many cosy cafes. This evening, meet your fellow Solos guests and Tour Leader before enjoying a welcome dinner together – the perfect opportunity to get to know the group and start your weekend in style.

  • Buffet dinner & welcome drink included
Day Two: Edinburgh at leisure & private whisky experience

Day Two: Edinburgh at leisure & private whisky experience

After breakfast, today is free for you to enjoy Edinburgh at your own pace. You may choose to wander the historic Royal Mile, visit the charming Grassmarket area, browse independent boutiques, or simply soak up the atmosphere of this wonderful city.


Later this afternoon, we come together for the highlight of the weekend – an exclusive private 'blend your own whisky' experience. Hosted by whisky experts, we’ll discover the flavours and aromas of Scotland’s famous national drink before creating our very own personalised whisky blend to bottle and take home as a unique souvenir. During your experience, you’ll also enjoy a selection of canapes with the group. 

The remainder of the evening is free for you to continue exploring Edinburgh’s excellent dining and nightlife scene.

  • Breakfast included
Day Three: Departure day

Day Three: Departure day

After breakfast, enjoy a little more free time before checking out. Perhaps take one final stroll through the city streets, pick up some Scottish treats to take home, or simply relax with a coffee and reflect on a wonderful weekend away.


  • Breakfast included

Accommodation

Four-star Yotel Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh is perfectly located in the heart of the city’s New Town, within easy reach of Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street, offering a stylish and contemporary base for your stay in Scotland’s capital.
Facilities include:
YOTEL Edinburgh features a stylish bar and restaurant, and a modern gym. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout, and lifts provide easy access to all floors.
Rooms include:
The compact yet cleverly designed rooms feature sleek, contemporary styling and all the essentials you need including adjustable SmartBed™, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, smart TV, en-suite rainfall shower, hairdryer and storage space.

Dates & Prices

Departure Return Nights Price from Other Info Regional flights
27 Nov 2026 29 Nov 2026 2
£685
 

Essential Information

Check-in / Check-Out Times
Check-in time is 3pm and check-out time is 11am.
Luggage storage will be available.
Early check-in / late check-out is on request and subject to availability at check-in.
Dress Code
The dress code for during the day is casual. In the evenings the dress code is smart casual. Comfortable shoes for walking and sightseeing are recommended.
Useful Information

Location & Transport
Our hotel is approximately 20 minutes walk from Edinburgh Waverley train station, 6 minutes in a taxi. The city’s many sights, local bars and restaurants are only a few minutes’ walk away.

General Information

Please note: At the beginning of your trip, your Tour Leader will ask if you would be happy to sign a photo permission form. This means that any photographs taken during your holiday can be used by Solos to share what the Solos experience is all about. It also means you have lots of memories to go home with! Details will be given at your welcome meeting.

WhatsApp Group: Just before the start of your trip, you will be sent an invite to the WhatsApp group which will put you in touch with your fellow Solos travellers and Tour Leader prior to your departure day. By choosing to join, you're consenting to share your contact details with other members of your group. However, if you prefer not to join, that's completely fine, and you can meet the group on your first day instead. Please note, if you have not received an email within 24 hours of departure, we recommend you check your email junk folder.

Gratuities
There is often confusion on the question of gratuities, since it frequently depends on the type of holiday, location and, of course, your attitude towards tipping, as to what is normally expected. In order to give you a rough idea, we have given appropriate guidance below. The Tour Leader will be on hand to offer advice or suggestions if required but gratuities are offered entirely at the sole discretion of the individual. We suggest a group collection at the beginning of your holiday to cover drivers, guides and hotel staff (including restaurant, kitchen and reception staff) of approximately £20. Your Tour Leader will collect this on your behalf and distribute it accordingly, thus relieving you of the burden of who, when and how much to tip. The tipping of bar staff and housekeeping will be left to your individual discretion (the rounding up of the drinks bill and a small amount left in your room on departure should cover this and would be much appreciated). As is customary, ‘the hat’ will be passed around for the driver and guide on all optional excursions. For any meals that are not included in your itinerary, restaurants expect a 10% gratuity (do check that service has not already been added to your bill). For taxis 10% off the metered fare.
Location & Transport
Our hotel is approximately 20 minutes walk from Edinburgh Waverley train station, 6 minutes in a taxi. The city’s many sights, local bars and restaurants are only a few minutes’ walk away. 

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Rated as Excellent (4.8/5) by our customers

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First Class

I’d highly recommend Solos to people looking to travel on their own with a group of like minded people.
-David F

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Fabulous experience

Solos are extremely organised and provide fantastic holidays for people on their own. The tour leaders are of a very high standard and are extremely caring with the guests.
-Carole

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Don't Delay any Longer!

This was my first Solos holiday and it hugely exceeded my expectations. Lovely, lovely people made the holiday so special.....it will stay with me for always
-L Heaton

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Well worth going

I’ve recently returned from my first Solos holiday and had a fantastic time. I can honestly say that I enjoyed every minute, and the memories will last a lifetime.
-Patricia B

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