TeaTime in Scotland 2025
Glasgow & Edinburgh
Single Occupancy:
Trip Highlights
Luxury Accommodations & Warm Welcomes
- Enjoy five‑star stays at the Hotel du Vin in Glasgow and The Balmoral in Edinburgh—with full Scottish breakfasts, daily afternoon teas, and a special welcome tea to start your retreat.
Exclusive Tea & Culinary Experiences
- Enjoy private tours and afternoon teas at iconic tea venues like Mackintosh at the Willow, the Scottish Tea House, and Glamis Castle, plus a fascinating lecture on Scotland’s tea history by Richard Ross.
- Enhance your skills with a private tour of The Balmoral’s kitchen and a hands-on baking class with Executive Pastry Chef Ross Sneddon.
Iconic Scottish Excursions & Bespoke Surprises
- Experience truly one-of-a-kind moments with exclusive visits to the legendary Royal Yacht Britannia and an unforgettable afternoon tea aboard Scotland’s only luxury floating hotel, the Fingal.
Other Information:
- Prices do not include airfare.
- Prices do not include airport transfers.
Trip Highlights
Luxury Accommodations & Warm Welcomes
- Enjoy 5‑star stays at the Hotel du Vin in Glasgow and The Balmoral in Edinburgh—with full Scottish breakfasts, daily afternoon teas, and a special welcome tea to start your retreat.
Exclusive Tea & Culinary Experiences
- Enjoy private tours and afternoon teas at iconic tea venues like Mackintosh at the Willow, the Scottish Tea House, and Glamis Castle, plus a fascinating lecture on Scotland’s tea history by Richard Ross.
- Enhance your skills with a private tour of The Balmoral’s kitchen and a hands-on baking class with Executive Pastry Chef Ross Sneddon.
Iconic Scottish Excursions & Bespoke Surprises
- Experience truly one-of-a-kind moments with exclusive visits to the legendary Royal Yacht Britannia and an unforgettable afternoon tea aboard Scotland’s only luxury floating hotel, the Fingal.
Other Information:
- Prices do not include airfare.
- Prices do not include airport transfers.
Each registered attendee will receive a one-year subscription to TeaTime. If you’re already a subscriber, you have the option of extending your subscription or gifting it to someone who loves tea.
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A Special Gift for Our Guests!
Register now and receive your copy of Our Hearts Are in Scotland—a treasured keepsake to prepare for an extraordinary journey and relive the magic long after you return.
Interested in Learning More?
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You are required to pay your deposit and sign a travel waiver and acknowledgement of cancellation policy via DocuSign within 48 hours of receiving a confirmation email. Each person traveling in your reservation must sign this document. Reservations will be taken in the order in which we receive emails.
SUNDAY, JUNE 22 (GLASGOW)
The lovely Hotel Du Vin will be our home-away-from-home for our days in Glasgow. Following check-in, which begins at 3:00 p.m., we’ll partake of a welcome afternoon tea together where we’ll enjoy meeting our fellow travelers and preparing for our exciting week.
MONDAY, JUNE 23 (GLASGOW)
Following breakfast at our hotel, an executive coach will take us to Mackintosh at The Willow, where we’ll have a private tour of the notable tearoom, which was designed by famed architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh. We’ll learn about Scottish tea history from Richard Ross, founding chairman of Tea Scotland, and then indulge in afternoon tea at Mackintosh at The Willow’s impressive and beautiful Deluxe Salon.
TUESDAY, JUNE 24 (GLASGOW & DILLARBURN)
Enjoy breakfast at our hotel, followed by morning free time to explore Glasgow. At 1:00 p.m., we’ll board our coach and depart for Scottish Tea House in Dillarburn, South Lanarkshire, where we’ll spend the afternoon touring its tea gardens, tasting teas grown there, and savoring a delicious afternoon tea menu abounding with local foods. We’ll return to Glasgow and spend one more night at Hotel Du Vin.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25 (ANGUS & EDINBURGH)
Today we’ll travel by executive coach to Edinburgh by way of Angus, where we’ll be treated to a private tour of and afternoon tea at Glamis Castle, where King Charles’s maternal grandmother was born and her family still lives. We’ll also visit Walker-Munro Farms (the first tea farm in Scotland), where you’ll see how tea is processed, try your hand at plucking tea, and participate in a tasting. The luxurious Balmoral Hotel in Edinburgh will be our posh home for the remainder of our week.
THURSDAY, JUNE 26 (EDINBURGH)
After we enjoy a bountiful breakfast at The Balmoral, we’ll learn from Executive Pastry Chef Ross Sneddon tips and techniques he uses for the exquisite pastry creations that are the cornerstones of afternoon tea at the storied hotel. Later, we’ll depart for afternoon tea at Fingal, Scotland’s only luxury floating hotel, followed by a private, afterhours tour of The Royal Yacht Britannia, the former royal yacht of the British monarchy.
FRIDAY, JUNE 27 (EDINBURGH)
This morning, we’ll divide into two smaller groups for a private tasting of whisky-inspired teas at PekoeTea and for a guided tour and herbal tea tasting at The Royal Botanic Gardens. We’ll have an early afternoon tea at The Balmoral Hotel followed by a private tour of its kitchens with Chef Ross. Later that afternoon, we’ll visit National Museums Scotland and admire its extensive collection of teawares.
SATURDAY, JUNE 28 (EDINBURGH)
After a leisurely morning on your own, we’ll have a one-of-a-kind, closing afternoon tea at Tigerlily, which Jane Pettigrew describes as “utterly gorgeous, joyful, and extravagantly designed,” where we’ll toast our wonderful week of adventures and new friendships. You’ll have the remainder of the evening on your own to enjoy breathtaking Edinburgh.
SUNDAY, JUNE 29 (EDINBURGH)
Check out by noon and depart with wonderful memories of our tea-filled week, including taking tea aboard a handsome boat, in a historic castle, beside the plants of a tea garden, and many more memorable occasions.
Have a question about this baking retreat? Email ttevents@hoffmanmedia.com.
TRAVEL TO GLASGOW AND EDINBURGH
Guests are responsible for getting themselves to Glasgow and to Hotel du Vin on Sunday, June 22, 2025. Hotel check-in begins at 3 p.m., and our Welcome Afternoon Tea is at 4 p.m. The retreat concludes in Edinburgh on Sunday, June 29, 2025, and guests are responsible for getting themselves from The Balmoral hotel to the airport or their next destination by checkout time.
BOOKING
A 50% payment of the retreat cost is due to secure your reservation. We accept payment by American Express, Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, and Amazon Pay. Trip prices are in US dollars. Your credit card will be charged by Hoffman Media, the parent company of TeaTime. The balance will be due on February 18, 2025.
You are required to pay within 48 hours of receiving a confirmation email. If you fail to pay within 48 hours of emailing, you will no longer have a reservation. Reservations will be taken in the order in which we receive emails.
CANCELLATION
Since the trip is nonrefundable, we suggest buying trip insurance. You can also check with your credit card company to see if they provide travel insurance.
If you don’t purchase travel insurance, you agree to indemnify us against any charges that might otherwise be covered by your insurance. You further agree that we are not responsible for any costs of cancellation or costs related to travel interruptions or COVID-19. Due to COVID-19, there may be limitations relating to activities. Please know that we work closely with our partners to plan and execute safe retreats for our guests, but there is an inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 when traveling. By booking this retreat, you acknowledge and assume these risks associated with travel.
We reserve the right to cancel this retreat if fewer than 20 participants have signed up by May 2, 2025. We will send an email confirmation to all participants when this number has been met. If TeaTime initiates the cancellation, we will refund all payments.
Have a question about this baking retreat? Email ttevents@hoffmanmedia.com.
What airport do I fly into to begin the retreat in Scotland?
Because the retreat begins in Glasgow (GLA) but concludes in Edinburgh (EDI), participants may wish to book a multi-city airfare. Alternatively, participants could fly into and out of Edinburgh and travel by car or train to Glasgow.
Can I extend my stay at the hotels?
If you’d like to inquire about additional nights, please email ttevents@hoffmanmedia.com. Some guests prefer to book a room for the night before their arrival, so it is ready after all-night flights from the US.
Can I upgrade to a suite?
Upgrades are available based on availability. Email us ttevents@hoffmanmedia.com for more information.
Is breakfast included?
Daily full Scottish breakfast is included.
Are children able to attend this retreat?
All participants must be 18 years old or older to attend this retreat.
If I book a double-occupancy package, will the hotel room have two beds?
Due to the uniqueness and European charm of the hotels, double-occupancy rooms might not have two beds. If you are traveling with a friend or adult child, you can request two sets of linens on one bed.
How much physical activity can I expect?
Although we will have a private coach for most of our activities, walking will be required for tours and other sightseeing. Participants should be able to walk approximately ½ mile in less than 15 minutes and/or to climb a flight of stairs without extreme shortness of breath or other physical ailments. Some activities might require standing for long periods of time.
Will we have any free time?
You will have most evenings free to enjoy dinner out (if you aren’t too full from afternoon tea, that is) and to explore Glasgow and Edinburgh.
To reserve your spot, email ttevents@hoffmanmedia.com. You will be required to pay your registration fee within 48 hours. Reservations will be taken in the order in which we receive emails.
TEATIME IN SCOTLAND RETREAT TESTIMONIALS
We wanted to thank you again properly for hosting the Scotland trip. It truly was a trip of a lifetime, and the hard work and effort you made to ensure every detail was seen to made it more so. From the interesting and educational excursions, to the elegant and whimsical teas, with unexpected and delightful gifts and mementos, every day was as extraordinary as the next! We appreciate the careful planning and coordination it took to ensure everything went seamlessly. Thank you again for everything! The Scotland trip will be a highlight among our many travels.
—Deborah and Stephen C.
Thank you so much for leading us on our trip to Scotland. You did a great job with everything. What a spectacular trip! I also want to say thank you for all the lovely little gifts you gave us. What a great idea—it made me feel so special!
—Jean C.
I want to thank you for another wonderfully memorable tea retreat! I enjoyed every minute of it. It was so well organized, and the activities and teas were “just right.” I especially enjoyed the visits to the tea farms and, of course, Glamis Castle and the Royal Yacht Britannia. It was wonderful to meet up again with you as well as make some lovely new friends.
—Judy B.
The tour was amazing and hit all the top notes for me. The entire tour was of the highest quality and standards, and both Lorna and Katherine were most accommodating. I could not have asked for more.
—Linda F.