Pilgrimage to Iona
Where the veil is thin and we feel called home to the mother.
April 20th - 27th 2026
Do you feel called to ancient lands? Where the land is made of crystal and the waters curve through the landscape? To explore the Sacred Feminine spirit of one of the oldest lands on Earth? To re-connect with yourself?
This pilgrimage is for women who feels the call to reconnect with themselves. Whether you are a mother who has poured her heart into her family, a woman who is finding herself at a life transition, or a woman who is on the journey to attune more deeply with her own essence, this journey is for you.
What is included?
This pilgrimage is about slow days with this ancient island. We will walk, sing, journal, craft, and rest.
-7 nights shared accommodation on Iona at the green shed. There is potentially an opportunity to upgrade and have your own space if necessary but is subject to its availability.
-Shared meals + traditional foods. Optional meals out are not included.
-Sourdough bread making lessons, weaving, and island wildcraft.
-Discussions on the Divine Feminine Mystery of Iona and the meaning of Mater and Sacred Space.
-Walking the island (sometimes several miles) and simple rituals with the land.
-Singing in the nunnery ruins.
-Sunrise walk to the Mother Rock and healing well of Dun I - the Well of Eternal Youth.
-Stories with a Scottish story keeper and fireside stories.
-Excursion to Staffa and the Isle of Women.
-Yoga nidra and sound bath.
-Photoshoot on the land. Bring an outfit that makes you feel like a goddess.
-Transport across Mull to Iona.
“The geographical pilgrimage is the symbolic acting out of an inner journey. The inner journey is the interpolation of the meanings and signs of the outer journey. One can have one without the other. It is better to have both.”
— Thomas Merton
By coming to Iona, you will cultivate a profound and deepened connection with the sacred feminine, experiencing the nurturing and healing energy of this sacred place. Engage in meaningful activities like ancestral crafting, storytelling, and exploring sacred sites. This is an opportunity to truly connect with the spirit of the land and the wisdom of our forebears.
Here, the veil between realms is thin and the land is the oldest on earth. Why the veil feels so thin here could it be the centuries of prayer and meditation that have taken place. It could be the magic the lingers from the Druidic mystery schools. It could be the ancient landscape made of crystal surrounded by sea.
Here, people have made pilgrimages since before written records existed, coming from various spiritual paths throughout time. Today, individuals from all spiritual traditions continue to journey here, infusing the land with a rich tapestry of diverse beliefs and practices.
Here, you find joyful stones that have messages for you.
When we heal ourselves, we heal the Earth. Rediscover yourself and your roots in this deeply enriching experience. Come home to yourself on Iona, and let the island's timeless beauty and powerful energy rejuvenate your soul. Join us for a journey that promises to be as transformative as it is unforgettable.
pilgrimage guides
Amanda Marie
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been called to sacred and magical places around the world. This wanderlust is more than just a love for travel; it’s a calling to connect with spaces that hold deep spiritual significance and frequencies for our evolution.
My work in this world is multifaceted and deeply personal. Above all else, I am a mother to three beautiful children, and my role as a mother shapes everything I do. I help women create sacred homes—spaces that nurture, inspire, and reflect their deepest values. I am a student of the esoteric and spiritual dimensions, deeply passionate about helping people remember their connection with the land, their heritage, and the deeper wisdom that resides within both. My hope through guiding women on pilgrimage, is to create experiences that engage all the senses—inviting others to feel the land beneath their feet, listen to its stories, and connect with the sacred in a tangible, transformative way. My mission is to help others remember their connection to the earth, the sacred, and their true selves.
Leading pilgrimages for women is not just a vocation for me; it is a manifestation of my deepest passions and values. In these sacred spaces, we reconnect with our innermost selves, the land, and share transformative experiences with kindred spirits.
Facilitating these journeys allows me to blend my love for sacred travel with my commitment to creating meaningful experiences. Each pilgrimage is an opportunity to craft a nurturing environment where women can explore their spirituality, reflect on their lives, and forge deeper connections with themselves, the Earth, and each other.
My role is to provide a maternal presence and ensure a supportive atmosphere. The goal is to offer not just logistical support, but also emotional and spiritual encouragement, ensuring that each woman leaves the pilgrimage with a sense of renewal and empowerment.
Frances
I am delighted to have our sound alchemist, Frances, joining us on Iona. With a passion for the transformative power of sound and ancient wisdom, she brings with her a unique blend of expertise and spiritual insight.
A practitioner of sound baths and yoga nidra, she masterfully uses the resonance of sacred instruments to guide you into states of relaxation and healing.
Her exploration of sacred sites influences her practice with global traditions and spiritual insights.
Join us to experience the profound serenity and rejuvenation that her sound baths and yoga nidra sessions offer, and let her guidance lead you to a deeper state of inner peace and alignment.
Eileen
Eileen is an author and storyteller, specializing in Scottish Folklore and Folk Traditions. Now based in Angus, Eileen grew up in Perthshire in a family with a strong oral storytelling tradition and a commitment to maintaining it. Most of her stories were learned from her granny, papa, mum, dad, aunts, and uncles, and she was captivated by the way these tales were told.
Eileen now carries on this tradition by traveling around Scotland, sharing Scottish folklore, folk traditions, folk objects, origin stories, and ancient Scottish legends.
Before becoming a full-time storyteller, Eileen worked in national museums for about 20 years, helping to uncover the stories behind objects. She uses this experience by incorporating folk objects with folkloric connections as handling pieces in her storytelling sessions, adding an extra dimension to the stories.
In addition to touring Scotland, Eileen shares stories on Instagram and on her podcast, Scottish Folk. Follow her on instagram @eileenbudd
Please bring a gift to share with the group in the form of songs, stories, art, or craft.
Investment:
$2222
{payment plans and partial trade available on request}
*Travel to Oban is not included. Travel from the ferry port in Oban to Iona is included and will be arranged. The personal journey to Iona is an important part of the pilgrimage but you will travel as a group for the final legs.
Please contact me through the apply now button to message me for more information or to talk about it.