Ireland Tour Itinerary - A Journey of Discovery

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Sacred Sites of Ireland Tour
A Land Alive With Celtic Spirituality
“The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.” St. Augustine
Discover Irish Celtic Spirituality
as you walk the path of the Ancient Irish Mystics
September 1st-12th, 2011 (12 days)
Join Kathryn Harwig for a journey to uncover Celtic Mysteries and visit Sacred
Sites of Ancient of Ireland.
Ireland is rich in legends and lore.
Visit Tara, the Druid’s Altar at Dromberg
Stone Circle, Goddess Temples of
Boyne Valley, Ghosts of Ross Castle &
much more.
Let your intuition come alive as you feel
the energy of this beautiful land!
Ireland Tour Feet: $3,650
(excludes airfare)
Includes 11 nights lodging, all entrance
fees to sites, ground transportation, and breakfast and dinner each day.
Explore the temples, Cairns and Glens of Ireland with
Kathryn on this Journey into the Celtic Mysteries
For many years people have asked me to lead a journey to Ireland. I have resisted because I felt that it needed to be with the
perfect guide who knew the Celtic mysteries.
Now is the time to make this pilgrimage. We will combine seeing
the sights of this marvelous country with a guide who is familiar
with the mysteries behind and between the tourist attractions.
Kathryn will be joined by Irish guide, Finbarr Ross, who is a ceremonialist, healer and process facilitator of self discovery and
spiritual wisdom. Following the Irish tradition, he offers personal
growth with humor as a key to self-transformation.
Join Kathryn & Finbarr for this unique opportunity — truly
an adventure of a lifetime !
Booking: [email protected], Phone: 727-785-5563
Complete Ireland Tour Details & Itinerary: www.ajourneyofdiscovery.com
Ireland Tour Itinerary ...
September 1st - Thursday - Day 1
First, travel a short distance to the center of Dublin, where we discover the charm of the city as we embark on a brief walking tour. We will
visit the many historical sites including Christ Church Cathedral, National Museum of Ireland, and Trinity College, home of the "Book of
Kells."
September 2nd - Friday - Day 2 :
Today we experience The Boyne Valley. We will visit three ancient temples, Newgrange, Knowth, and Dowth. These sites are older than the
pyramids of Egypt and their uniqueness will astound you. Each temple was carefully built to be aligned to the sun. Some believe these are
remnants of the Atlantian civilization.
September 3rd - Saturday - Da y 3 :
Visit to the magnificent Cairns of Loughcrew, aka: Slive Na Callaigh or the Hill of the Witch. The central and biggest Cairn is known as Cairn
T. The largest kerbstones are near the entrance to the tomb. A large stone in the northern part of the kerb is known by three names, 'Chair of
the Witch', 'the Chair of Queen Tailtiu' and 'Queen Maeve'. In the afternoon, we visit Tara, in ancient Celtic spirituality and mythology, Tara
was revered as a dwelling place of the gods.
September 4th - Sunday - Day 4 :
The little people are sure to touch our hearts in Glendalough. Glen of the Two Lakes, is the only surviving example of an entrance to an early
Irish monastery and university. As we walk through this picturesque valley, we will encounter Trinity Church, Saint Mary's Church, Reffert
Church, the Green Road, lakes, streams and Saint Kevin's Cell.
September 5th - Monday - Day 5 :
Head south to Limerick to discover the beautiful settlement of Lough Gur with its megalithic tomb and stone circles. Legend has it that Lough
Gur was formed by the Goddess Aine who appears here in different forms as a mermaid, a young woman, and a hag. As a mermaid, she
rises from her traditional home beneath the sacred waters of the lake. As a maiden, she empowers the land's human custodians and as a
hag she defends her realm.
September 6th - Tuesday - Day 6:
At Muckross House we will view the house and the gardens and have lunch. Explore the mystical grounds, waterfall, and magical forest.
Later that day, we will wander through an ancient abbey and view the Yew tree growing in the center courtyard.
September 7th - Wednesday - Day 7:
Visit to the Dingal Peninsula and mystical Gallarus Oratory with its inscribed stone. It is one of the finest examples of an early Christian
church. Later, we experience Kilmalkedar Church and Cross, Ogham Stone, Alphabet Stone, Sundial and Saint Brendan's House. It is also
the starting point of 'the Wa y of the Saints', which takes you to the top of Mount Brandon along the old pilgrims' path. We visit ancient Beehive Huts and see how ancient communities lived.
September 8th - Thursday - Da y 8 :
Travel by boat to the breathtaking sanctuary of Skellig Michael, 8 miles off the southwest coast of Ireland. Saint Michael's Church and a
small area known as The Monk's Garden are situated on a series of panoramic terraces. In the afternoon we return to Portmagee for an Irish
lunch at the Moorings. Afternoon travel to Kenmare to explore its stone circle and holy well. Experience these stones as our ancestors may
have done thousands of years before us.
September 9th – Frida y - Day 9:
Experience the seaside town of Glengarriff and Garnish Island, a subtropical paradise, a remarkable place on a 37 acre island reachable
only by boat. The signature area of the garden is the Italian Casita. Later visit the valley of Gougane Barra, Saint Finbarr's first settlement.
Visit the oratory; walk the grounds of the old monastery.
September 10th - Saturday - Da y 10 :
Today, we tra vel to the Drombeg stone circle known as the ‘Druid's Altar'. This special site is aligned with the Solstice. Remember, don’t sit
on a Druid altar unless you can handle the vibrations! Next, we tra vel to Blarney Woollen Mills. You may visit Blarney Castle and optionally
kiss the Blarney Stone.
September 11th – Sunday - Day 11:
Today, you experience the beauty of Blarney and its ancient Druid heritage. In Rock Close ask the giant Dolmen if it still rocks. Maneuver the
Wishing Steps and have your dream come true. Experience the sacredness at the altar of the Druids or stand in their ancient circle. After
noon we travel to Kildare, to visit the Flame of Saint Brigid. Saint Brigid is believed to have been a Druidic priestess who converted to Christianity.
September 12th - Wednesday - Day 12 :
We say our farewells and depart for home grateful for all that we encountered and experienced.
Special Pre-Trip Gathering in Kathryn’s Home
Call Kathryn at 763-656-7204 for details
Booking: [email protected], US phone: 727-785-5563
Rates and Tour Information: www.ajourneyofdiscovery.com