Sacred Scotland Tour 2021

Iona Abbey

Sacred-Mystical-Retreat

Isles of Lewis

Callanish Standing Stones

Druid Ceremony

Learn-Remember-Reconnect

North Scotland

Wild Majestic Landscapes

The Scottish Isles

Journey through the Mists of Time

Kirkwall, Orkney

Follow the Path of the Vikings!

Rosemarkie Fairy Glen

The Black Isle

17th July to 28th July -2021

Join Jennifer & Peter in conjunction with Gothic Image Tours as we journey back through the mists of time and part the veils of the Scottish Isles to connect at a profound level with this ancient untamed land of our ancestors

We rendezvous in Inverness in preparation for a Sacred Druid Ceremony the next day amongst the spectacular stone monuments of Clava Cairns to honour the land, the ancestors and to set our intention for our journey together.

We will immerse ourselves in enchanted woodlands and fairy glens to then travel along the dramatic coastline of north-east Scotland to Thurso where we get a boat to the Islands of Orkney where the quality of light & air is so special we feel on the edge of the world!

Orkney is home to some of the best preserved ancient sites in Europe – stone circles, earth houses, round barrows and prehistoric villages that reveal to us a simple but noble way of life in olden times. Here we spend 3 magical nights exploring the windswept prehistoric village of Skara Brae by the Bay of Skaill with its sophisticated architecture and built-in stone furniture. Onwards to the great chamber of Maes Howe that receives the light of the setting sun at midwinter along its passage.We marvel at the exquisite stonework within the mound and view the runic art etched into the pillars of the chamber. In the afternoon free time to explore the capital, Kirkwall,with its ancient paved streets, St Magnus Cathedral, craft shops and galleries.

The next day we visit the Neolithic Circles of Stennes and Ring of Brodgar – prehistoric sun and moon temples that are part of a sacred ritual landscape. We meet local guides Helen and Mark Woodsford-Dean who shows us that these sites pre-date Stonehenge and Avebury and Mark leads us on a guided meditation to raise our awareness of the power of these enigmatic sites.

The 22nd July we take the ferry back to the mainland and drive to Ullapool, a fishing village on the west coast of Scotland surrounded with majestic hills. We stay the night by the peaceful banks of Little Loch Broom where there are opportunities for swimming and hill walking.

The following day we travel again by ferry from Ullapool to the magnificent Island of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides. We visit the the glorious sacred landscape of Callanish with its breathtaking stone circles dating to 3000BCE, the largest set on a ridge next to Lough Roag. Research has shown that the site was used as a lunar observatory accompanied by astronomical alignments.

On the 24th we return to the mainland by ferry and travel southwards through the stunning highlands via Loch Ness and the Caledonian Canal to the sea port of Oban on the coast where we overnight.

We then take the ferry from Oban to the Island of Mull and thence the sacred Isle of Iona. Here is the island of dreams – a place that, as Fiona Macleod described ”None can understand who cannot see it through its pagan light, its Christian light, its singular blending of paganism and romance and spiritual beauty”.

Weather permitting Jamie will lead an optional walk to the ruins of a stone cell built by a devout hermit with stunning views overlooking the ocean. Overnight Iona.

The 26th is a free day on Iona. There are many sites to visit in this timeless land, mainly Christian such as the 12C Abbey and Nunnery and St Columba’s and St Oran’s Chapels. But the treasures of the island are to be found in the enchanted places where nature shows herself slowly and shyly to the curious pilgrim.

The following day we return to Oban and travel to the delighted Valley of Kilmartin where stand an astonishing array of megalithic sites including Temple Wood Stone Circles set in a sacred grove. We hold a closing ceremony to celebrate our time together. Onwards via Loch Lomond to Dumbarton a stronghold of King Arthur. Overnight Dumbarton.

On the 28th after breakfast we depart for Glasgow Airport for international & domestic flights and transfers. We arrive by 9am in time for flight departures from midday onwards..

“We will be travelling in some of the most beautiful landscapes and seascapes in the world. Depending on time we will visit places not on the itinerary that reveal to us the power and beauty of the living landscape and be entertained by the unique music of Scotland and have fun along the way.” Jamie George.

Jamie George

Director of Gothic Image Tours, Jamie George, left his native Scotland for London in the early 1960s to pursue a career in television and media. “After a while, I took a year off to study areas that had always interested me – the myths and legends of Britain, the sacred landscape and folklore. As the year went by, I decided to live in Glastonbury and in some ways it felt like coming home.”Jamie and his partner, Frances, went on to establish the Gothic Image bookstore, the grandmother of the many esoteric shops that followed in their wake, quickly followed by Gothic Image Publications. Then came guided tours around Glastonbury, which expanded to include longer tours around other parts of Britain and Ireland under a new arm of the business, Gothic Image Tours.

Jamie was a major influence in the inspiration for Marion Zimmer Bradley’s best-selling book The Mists of Avalon. As a token of her appreciation, Marion gave Jamie a first edition copy of the book with the inscription “For Jamie George who helped it all happen – affectionately” Marion Bradley.

“I’ve been taking spiritual pilgrims on tours for over 30 years. It’s been an honour to journey with so many interesting and inspiring people. I love helping them tune in to the history, mystery and magic of ancient sacred places, where every site has a story to tell. For me it’s always a revelation to see how people’s lives can be transformed by travelling with kindred spirits. When our hearts open to the numinous and luminous, we open up and become much more at one with ourselves and the land. And what’s more, we have a jolly good time!” Jamie George

Everything you need to know!

The Tour includes excellent quality accommodation, full Scottish breakfast and seven nights of three course dinners with three nights dinners where participants are left to their own devices and can choose to dine at the hotel or nearby restaurants.

The cost also includes all inland transport by comfortable coach with driver, all ferries to the islands, guide fees and taxes. (The costs do not include lunch, laundry and incidental expenses such as side trips. Also not included is travel insurance which is strongly recommended).

A deposit of £500 is payable by PayPal or international wire transfer in UK Pounds Sterling to Gothic Image Tours of Ancient Britain and bank details will be advised on registration.

Balance of Tour Fee

The balance of the tour fee is due by 16th May 2021. You will receive an invoice from Gothic Image Tours two weeks in advance of this final payment date.

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel your booking prior to 16th May 2021, your deposit minus a £75 administration fee will be refunded. If you cancel after that time, your full tour payment can only be refunded if you find someone to take your place.

We strongly recommend that you take out travel insurance to cover unforeseen circumstances that could lead to you cancelling your place on a tour.

If Gothic Image Tours cancels a tour due to insufficient numbers, your payment will be refunded in full. If cancellation is due to a pandemic or event beyond our control, we reserve the right to offer alternative arrangements. These could include transfer of the registration and funds received to a future tour.

The Costs are as Follows

£2695 per person sharing a room.(airfares & transfers to Inverness are not included)

Extra Single Room Supplement for the whole tour: £350.

Please note: Singles are on a first come first served basis.

For information on weather and what to pack please go to

www.gothicimagetours.co.uk/sacred-sites-scotland/tour-preparation/

Gothic Images Tours is handling all registrations & payments.

And last but not least!

As an extra bonus and to add a unique and extraordinary depth to your experience Jennifer will be presenting Trance Channeled Sessions during our journey to bring through the guidance & wisdom of her Spirit guides, inviting you to get direct information, inspiration and answers to your questions. Peter and Jennifer will also be available to assist you to transform and understand anything that may arise at the different sacred sites we shall visit.

Peter & Jennifer have worked and travelled extensively through Scotland since 2015 and will be sharing their enthusiasm and own knowledge during the trip. After hosting 3 very successful and enriching Egyptian Tours in the last 3 years they are well equipped and experienced in catering for your every spiritual need.