Leith Harbour VIP Spirits Tour – Private Gin & Royal Yacht Experience

Your journey begins in the historic port of Leith, where you’ll meet your expert local guide for a private walking tour away from the main tourist routes. Once Edinburgh’s maritime heart, Leith has thrived since the Middle Ages and today blends rich heritage with creative energy. Explore hidden alleyways and historic streets while learning how this former harbour transformed into a vibrant cultural district, now renowned for its thriving spirits scene. Along the way, enjoy local snack tastings to prepare your palate for the experiences ahead.

Enhance your cultural journey with a private guided visit aboard the Royal Yacht Britannia, the former floating residence of the British Royal Family and the late Queen Elizabeth II. Step inside the elegant state rooms, royal quarters and engine spaces while learning about life at sea for the monarchy - a rare insight into modern royal history set within Leith’s historic docks.

Continue with a visit to a renowned local distillery, where you’ll be welcomed with a perfectly served gin and tonic before exploring the art of small-batch Scottish gin production. Learn about distillation techniques, botanical selection and the distinctive bottle design inspired by Leith’s shipping heritage. Unlike large-scale operations, this distillery celebrates craftsmanship, creativity and community - the true spirit of modern Scottish distilling.

As part of your visit, fill and label your own 5cl bottle of gin, creating a personalised souvenir to take home.

The experience concludes with a guided tasting and cocktail-making session, where you’ll mix your own perfect Gimlet while learning how flavour balance, botanicals and technique shape each serve.