June 13–24, 2027 · Summer Solstice

Sacred Scotland
Summer Solstice Pilgrimage

Journey through Scotland’s sacred landscapes, ancient stone circles, and extraordinary islands with Kristina Wood and Lisa Marie, culminating in a Summer Solstice ceremony at the Callanish Standing Stones.

An intimate pilgrimage limited to 11 guests

Saved $200 by registering before November 28, 2026

12 days in Scotland · 11 guests · Guided by Kristina Wood & Lisa Marie

✦ THE INVITATION✦

Some places remember you before you arrive.

Scotland calls us into a relationship with the land. Its ancient stones, sacred waters, forests, and islands invite us to slow down, listen deeply, and encounter the presence these places hold.

This pilgrimage brings together the beauty of Scotland with the spiritual threads that draw Kristina and Lisa Marie to these lands: Celtic wisdom, the divine feminine, Mary Magdalene, and communion with the living Earth.

Together, we’ll explore sacred places, share nourishing meals, gather in ceremony, and make generous space for laughter, play, and the quiet work of renewal.

Whether you feel the pull of a particular site or are simply called by the land, it would be our deep honour to guide you.

ALONG THE WAY

Extraordinary places. Meaningful encounters.

The holy island of Iona

Stay overnight and settle into the rhythm of this beloved island, with gentle walks, beautiful beaches, sacred sites, and time for reflection.

The Mysteries of Rosslyn

Discover intricate carvings, stories of the Grail and the Templars, and the woodland beauty of nearby Rosslyn Glen.

The faerie landscapes of Skye

Explore an island rich in Celtic folklore, dramatic scenery, and places where the veil feels thin, guided by Lisa Marie’s relationship with the land.

Ancient Stones & a Sacred Tree

Visit the Clava Cairns near Inverness and the Fortingall Yew, bringing our journey into relationship with Scotland’s ancestral landscapes.

Solstice among the stones

Gather at Callanish on the Isle of Lewis for a special Summer Solstice ceremony, followed by a group dinner and sharing time.

Guides Who Hold a Relationship with the Land

Travel with Kristina Wood and Lisa Marie, whose approach invites personal encounters with these places, alongside their stories and histories.

The Spiritual Thread of Our Pilgrimage

This journey is dedicated in part to the energy of Mary Magdalene and a deeper embodiment of the divine feminine within each of us.

Through ceremony, contemplation, and time in nature, we’ll explore loving kindness, spiritual remembrance, and our relationship with the Earth.

Kristina will also share her work with the Emerald Heart, which she describes as a blueprint of unconditional love and a container for the Celtic Rose, Sophianic wisdom, and Christus light.

These themes will weave through our travels, with opportunities to listen, reflect, and discover what awakens within you.

The Spiritual Thread of Our Pilgrimage

This journey is dedicated in part to the energy of Mary Magdalene and a deeper embodiment of the divine feminine within each of us.

Through ceremony, contemplation, and time in nature, we’ll explore loving kindness, spiritual remembrance, and our relationship with the Earth.

Kristina will also share her work with the Emerald Heart, which she describes as a blueprint of unconditional love and a container for the Celtic Rose, Sophianic wisdom, and Christus light.

These themes will weave through our travels, with opportunities to listen, reflect, and discover what awakens within you.

Sacred Southwest Journey Overview

Chaco Canyon -
step into the center of the world

Deep in New Mexico lies the political and spiritual heart of the Ancestral Puebloan world — a place where ancient architects aligned massive stone great houses to the precise movements of the sun, moon, and stars. We arrive on the Autumn Equinox, when the celestial alignments the Chacoans built their entire civilization around become something you can witness firsthand.

Kialo Winters, our Diné guide, will walk us through the astronomy and cosmology woven into every wall and road — including ancient rock paintings depicting mysterious humanoid figures that some researchers believe may represent extraterrestrial visitors. We'll explore monumental Great Houses, ceremonial kivas, and ancient rock art. Learn more about the mythology of the Star People here. 

CRESTONE, COLORADO

The  Sacred Land Sanctuary -
a shamanic day with John Milton

Nestled at the base of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Crestone is regarded as a powerful spiritual vortex, a pre-colonial Native neutral zone dedicated to peace, healing, and ceremony. Attracting over two dozen religious traditions, including Tibetan Buddhist centers, Hindu ashrams, and Zen centers, Crestone is considered one of North America’s most spiritually significant places. We spend a full day with renowned teacher and Way of Nature founder John Milton at his Sacred Land Sanctuary.

UTE MOUNTAIN & DINÉ NATION

Honor the Keepers of the land

History here isn't trapped in the past. It is alive, carried forward by the people who still guard these landscapes.

Accessible only through tribal-guided tours, Ute Mountain Tribal Park offers a rare opportunity to explore ancestral cliff dwellings and sacred sites while learning from members of the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe. As we walk among remarkably preserved ruins, we'll hear stories and histories passed down through generations from our Ute elder and guide, Riche Hayes.

Across the Diné (Navajo) Nation, the connection between land, language, and ancestors remains unbroken—a living expression of Hózhó, the profound tradition of living in harmony with the Earth.

PLUS:

  • Soak in Pure, Healing Hot Springs of Joyful Journey Hotsprings

  • Visit Chimney Rock in Colorado,

  • Travel on an historic train ride through the San Juan Mountains

  • Visit the magnificent Tara Mandala Temple

  • Plus much more!

Beyond the sacred sites, a thread of healing and wonder runs through every day.

Alongside the ceremonies and ancient places, there will be time for healing waters, meaningful conversation, stunning scenery, and the simple joy of sharing the road together.

Sacred Southwest Journey Overview

Chaco Canyon -
step into the center of the world

Deep in New Mexico lies the political and spiritual heart of the Ancestral Puebloan world — a place where ancient architects aligned massive stone great houses to the precise movements of the sun, moon, and stars. We arrive on the Autumn Equinox, when the celestial alignments the Chacoans built their entire civilization around become something you can witness firsthand.

Kialo Winters, our Diné guide, will walk us through the astronomy and cosmology woven into every wall and road — including ancient rock paintings depicting mysterious humanoid figures that some researchers believe may represent extraterrestrial visitors. We'll explore monumental Great Houses, ceremonial kivas, and ancient rock art. Learn more about the mythology of the Star People here. 

CRESTONE, COLORADO

The  Sacred Land Sanctuary -
a shamanic day with John Milton

Nestled at the base of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Crestone is regarded as a powerful spiritual vortex, a pre-colonial Native neutral zone dedicated to peace, healing, and ceremony. Attracting over two dozen religious traditions, including Tibetan Buddhist centers, Hindu ashrams, and Zen centers, Crestone is considered one of North America’s most spiritually significant places. We spend a full day with renowned teacher and Way of Nature founder John Milton at his Sacred Land Sanctuary.

UTE MOUNTAIN & DINÉ NATION

Honor the Keepers of the land

History here isn't trapped in the past. It is alive, carried forward by the people who still guard these landscapes.

Accessible only through tribal-guided tours, Ute Mountain Tribal Park offers a rare opportunity to explore ancestral cliff dwellings and sacred sites while learning from members of the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe. As we walk among remarkably preserved ruins, we'll hear stories and histories passed down through generations from our Ute elder and guide, Riche Hayes.

Across the Diné (Navajo) Nation, the connection between land, language, and ancestors remains unbroken—a living expression of Hózhó, the profound tradition of living in harmony with the Earth.

PLUS:

  • Soak in Pure, Healing Hot Springs of Joyful Journey Hotsprings

  • Visit Chimney Rock in Colorado,

  • Travel on an historic train ride through the San Juan Mountains

  • Visit the magnificent Tara Mandala Temple

  • Plus much more!

Beyond the sacred sites, a thread of healing and wonder runs through every day.

Alongside the ceremonies and ancient places, there will be time for healing waters, meaningful conversation, stunning scenery, and the simple joy of sharing the road together.

Itinerary for the Sacred Scotland
Summer Solstice Pilgrimage

JUNE 13 - 24, 2027

Click each day for more info.

June 13

Welcome to Edinburgh

Arrive in Edinburgh and settle into your centrally located hotel. The day is yours to rest or begin exploring this beautiful city.

Walk the Royal Mile, explore the Old Town, browse local shops, or enjoy Edinburgh’s cafés and restaurants. If you arrive before the 3pm check-in, you can leave your luggage at the hotel while you explore.

Overnight: ibis Styles Edinburgh Centre St Andrew Square
Dinner: On your own
June 14

Rosslyn, Woodland Connection & Our Welcome Dinner

Begin the journey with Lisa Marie at Rosslyn, exploring the carvings, the Apprentice Pillar, Green Men, and the stories associated with the Templars and the Holy Grail.

In nearby Rosslyn Glen, we’ll spend time forest bathing and connecting with the land, making space for ceremony where possible.

We then travel west to the Oban area, our gateway to the islands, and gather for our welcome dinner.

Overnight: Falls of Lora Hotel
Dinner: Welcome dinner included
June 15

Crossing to the Holy Island of Iona

Travel by ferry to Mull and onward to Iona, where we begin exploring this island of pilgrimage and sacred presence.

Gentle walks, stunning beaches, and sacred sites invite us to settle into the island’s rhythm. Possible visits include the Spring of Eternal Youth, the Iona Nunnery, St Oran’s Chapel, and the burial place associated with ancient Scottish kings.

We stay overnight on Iona, giving us time to linger and continue exploring the following morning.

Overnight: St Columba Hotel
Dinner: Included
June 16–17

Iona & the Isle of Mull

After further time on Iona, we cross back to Mull for a two-night stay.

Mull offers a rich variety of landscapes, from white sand beaches and rocky shores to mountains, waterfalls, and lochs. We’ll explore the island, enjoy time in colourful Tobermory, and visit Kilmore Church to see the stained-glass window Kristina has highlighted for its connection to Jesus and Mary Magdalene.

An optional boat excursion to Fingal’s Cave on nearby Staffa offers another way to experience these remarkable islands.

Overnight: Isle of Mull Hotel & Spa, two nights
Optional excursion: Boat trip to Fingal’s Cave
June 18–19

The Faerie Isle of Skye

Return by ferry to Oban and travel north to the Isle of Skye for two nights.

Here, dramatic landscapes meet fairy folklore, clan history, and living Gaelic culture. Lisa Marie will guide us in connecting with the island and its faerie traditions.

We’ll explore the landscapes that make Skye feel otherworldly, with time to enjoy local villages and browse shops in Dunvegan and Portree. Along the way, we’ll gather for dinner and share our experiences.

Overnight: Hotel Dunollie, two nights
June 20–21

Isle of Lewis & Summer Solstice at Callanish

Travel by ferry to the Outer Hebrides and settle into our accommodation at Lews Castle on the Isle of Lewis.

Our first evening offers time to explore, enjoy dinner independently, and seek out traditional Scottish music.

On June 21, we gather at the Callanish Standing Stones for our Summer Solstice ceremony, led by Lisa Marie. Here, ancient stone, expansive sky, and the turning of the season provide a powerful setting for prayer and reflection.

The stories of the Cailleach, the goddess associated with Scotland’s wild landscapes and the forces of creation and destruction, will deepen our encounter with these lands.

That evening, we come together for a group dinner and sharing time.

Overnight: Lews Castle, two nights
Dinner: On your own June 20; group dinner included June 21
June 22

Inverness & the Clava Cairns

Take the ferry back to the mainland and travel through the Highlands to Inverness.

We’ll visit the Clava Cairns, an ancient cemetery complex set within a peaceful woodland landscape, before settling into our hotel.

Enjoy an evening at leisure in Inverness, with time to discover its restaurants, riverside walks, and music scene.

Overnight: Kingsmills Hotel
Dinner: On your own
June 23

The Fortingall Yew & Our Farewell Gathering

On our return journey to Edinburgh, we stop at the Fortingall Yew, an ancient tree held in deep reverence.

This encounter offers a final opportunity to pause, connect with the land, and reflect on all we have experienced together.

Back in Edinburgh, we gather for our farewell dinner and a little sharing time. The remainder of the evening is yours to enjoy the city.

Overnight: Rabble, Edinburgh
Dinner: Farewell dinner included
June 24

Departure

Depart from Edinburgh Airport, or extend your stay independently to enjoy more of Scotland.

This pilgrimage is limited to just 11 travelers, moving together in private vans

✦ MEET YOUR GUIDES ✦

Kristina Wood

For more than four decades, Kristina Wood has explored sacred landscapes, participated in ceremony, and learned from elders and wisdom keepers around the world. She is the author of The Magic of the Real World and has guided seekers to sacred sites across North and South America, Asia, and beyond. Her journeys are rooted in reverence for the land, meaningful connection, and the transformative power of pilgrimage.

Lisa Marie

Lisa Marie has spent nearly three decades following the call of sacred landscapes around the world, including time living with the Anangu Pitjantjatjara people, the sacred guardians of Uluru, and journeys through Angkor Wat and Bhutan.

She spent close to four years living in a campervan across Scotland’s Highlands and islands, staying beside stone circles and lochs, and deepening her relationship with plants, elements, and the land.

Her connection to Scotland also runs through her ancestry. Her ancestor John Rhind was a master stonemason whose work can be found in Edinburgh.

What Lisa offers is relationship. She guides you to places she knows intimately and holds space for your own encounter with them. Her approach is present, deeply felt, and full of laughter.

Kialo Winters

Kialo Winters is a Diné (Navajo) cultural guide, entrepreneur, artist, and educator based in Northwest New Mexico. As the founder of Navajo Tours USA, he shares the history, traditions, and sacred landscapes of the American Southwest through the lens of Indigenous culture and lived experience.

A traditional fancy dancer, beadwork artist, and photographer, Kialo is passionate about helping visitors develop a deeper connection to the land, its stories, and the wisdom it holds.

At Chaco Canyon, Kialo will share his deep knowledge of Indigenous astronomy and the profound significance of the Autumn Equinox within the Ancestral Puebloan worldview — a perspective rarely accessible to outside visitors.

Rickey Hayes

Rickey Hayes is the highly respected head interpretive guide at Ute Mountain Tribal Park in southwestern Colorado, near Towaoc. A member of the Ute Mountain Tribe, he is celebrated for his patience, infectious personality, and deep knowledge of Ancestral Puebloan and Ute history.

Rickey has a rare gift for coaxing history from the stones themselves — sharing spiritual oral traditions, creation stories, and family histories that bring these ancient landscapes to vivid life. On this journey, he will guide us into remote cliff dwellings, rock art sites, and ancient kivas rarely seen by the general public, and will teach us his own practice of listening to and communicating with the stones — a profound transmission that few outside visitors have ever been offered.

Praise For Pilgrimages with Kristina Wood, Author, Spiritual Guide, And Pilgrimage Leader

  • "I traveled with Kristina to Bhutan. It was an extraordinary journey. One night, we camped out in a high valley, next to a river roaring down from the Himalayas with a huge, warming fire near by; had tea with the head Lama at Tigers Nest Monastery and many paranormal conversations with lamas at other monasteries. Our guide was the King's photographer! This resulted in rare and beautiful experiences, such as being outfited in traditional Bhutanese dress, being present at the black-necked crane celebration in Phojika Valley, and climbing to Himalayan heights to witness the spectacle of sacred sites, prayer flags flying in the winds. We stayed in homes with the local people who bathed us in their hot tubs with iris roots and hot rocks! We visited a rural elementary school where children walked for miles to attend class and were invited to join the children in a group sing of the Bhutanese national anthem. We later sponsored this struggling school. It was a treasure of a trip!! I highly recommend traveling with Kristina, if you like adventure, especially off the beaten track and with a bent towards spiritual enlightenment."

    Lana Fredrickson

  • " I traveled with Kristina to Peru and Bolivia. It was an amazing and unusual trip! We had a sunrise ceremony at Machu Picchu and worked with a few different shamans in many sacred places. We stayed with the local people on the pristine islands in Lake Titicaca. I loved my time there, it was very healing. And with Kristina everything felt safe, special and adventurous. She has an incredible talent for connecting with exceptional and interesting guides and healers. Fun and a wonderful experience, she is awesome."

    Kirsten Swift

  • "I am reminded of our dinners in France - always special, always with genuine laughter and love."

    Julie Connaghan

  • "Traveling with Kristina to Norway, France and Ireland has been an amazing experience. She is very astute about shaping the trip to meet the needs of each person and is open to making changes as experiences shift. I have been most impressed by her tenacity in finding the best of each location and clarity about engaging natives of the area to share secret adventures with the group. Eachjourney with Kristina has been fun, imaginative, informative and ultimately, has left me with poignant recollections of unique experiences well beyond those found in travel books."

    Ricardo Esparza

Is This Journey for You?

This pilgrimage is limited to just 10 travelers, moving together through the sacred Southwest in our private van.

This journey may be for you if:

  • You've felt the pull of Chaco Canyon, Ute Mountain Park, or Crestone, CO — and want to experience them not as a tourist, but as a guest on living sacred ground

  • You want access to guides who are tribal members, wisdom keepers, and cultural stewards, not hired interpreters

  • You enjoy small groups and genuine connection — with the land, with Indigenous wisdom keepers, and with fellow travelers who share your reverence for these places

8-Day Journey through the Sacred Southwest
Program Cost & Registration

This journey is intentionally kept small — just ten travelers — so that every experience can be personal, unhurried, and deeply felt. Here's everything you need to know to join us

Price: $3,900.00

Early Bird Price - $3700*
(Save $200 by midnight on July 21, 2026)

Deposit: $500.00 non-refundanble deposit secures your spot.

Balance Due: August 15, 2026

What is Included:

  • Ground transportation from Denver International Airport to the Hilton hotel in hotel shuttle van

  • All ground transportation in our private, air-conditioned 15-passenger van

  • 8 nights in charming hotels and Airbnb lodging from Sept 17 - Sept 25, 2026

  • Meals as described in the Itinerary — 7 breakfasts, 1 brunch, 4 lunches, 4 dinners

  • Joyful Journey Hot Springs soak

  • All-day shamanic program with John Milton in Crestone, CO

  • Rare access & guided experience through Ute Mountain Tribal Park with elder Rickey Hayes

  • Chaco Canyon tour with our Native, Navajo guide Kialo Winters

  • Visit to Tara Mandala Tibetan Temple

  • Chimney Rock National Monument

  • Historic Durango & Silverton narrow-gauge train ride

  • Tips for helpers: All group tipping to hotel and restaurant staff, bus drivers, and guides* is included. The price does not include tipping for personal items. *Note: Although we give a group tip to the Navajo guides, it is also customary to tip your guide at the Parks individually, but at your discretion, it’s not mandatory. Recommended tips to Navajo guides are between $5.00-$25.00 per day tour.

  • Time for reflection and integration

  • Travel with like-minded companions

*Note Regarding Hotels:

  • The standard tour price of $3,900 is based on double occupancy accommodations with a private bathroom. Participants traveling alone who select double occupancy will be paired with another participant whenever possible. While we will make every reasonable effort to arrange shared accommodations, if a roommate withdraws or a suitable roommate cannot be found, the participant will be responsible for paying the single occupancy supplement.

  • Single occupancy is available for an additional $800, for a total tour price of $4,700.

What is Not Included:

  • Flights or ground transportation to the Denver International Airport on Sept 17 and from Durango Airport on Sept 25.

  • Visa costs

  • Alcoholic beverages

  • Any item of a personal nature (Laundry, drinks, telephone calls)

  • Any item not specifically detailed on our website

  • Trip Cancellation/ Travel Insurance, which is REQUIRED

Cancellation Policy:

  • Before July 15, 2026, all payments made, excluding the $500 non-refundable deposit, will be refunded.

  • From July 15 through August 15, 2026, you may receive a refund of 50% of amounts paid, less the $500 non-refundable deposit.

  • After August 15, 2026, there are no refunds.

✦ ONLY 10 SEATS

We are intentionally keeping this circle small.

Reserve your seat as soon as you know it's calling you.

✦ OPTIONAL SOUTHWEST EXTENSION

If you’re interested in registering for the add-on trip from Sept 25-29, 2026, please let us know after you register for the main trip. The estimated price for this add-on is $1999, but it will depend on how many people register, so let us know early if you'd like to join.

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