This twelve-day itinerary covers some of the most famous parts of Scotland, and also spends plenty of time off the beaten path. Wherever we go, the themes of spirituality, both Celtic and modern, weave through the sites and experiences. We start in Glasgow, learning about neolithic stone carvings that pre-date any Christian settlement of the island. We spend a few days on Iona, exploring the roots of Christianity in Scotland and worshiping with the community. From there, we travel to the Highlands, enjoying the spectacular scenery and exploring ancient themes of spirituality and their relevance today. We conclude our time in Edinburgh. Schedule may be adjusted for efficiency and guide availability.

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• You should be able to walk, with luggage, for up to half a mile on uneven surfaces, such as cobblestones.

• On most days, you will be out of the hotel between 9am and 5pm, with breaks along the way and some free time to rest.

• You should be able to walk 12,000 steps per day and stand while listening to our professional guides

• You should be able to sleep in hotels located in city centers, which may have road noise. Air conditioning in Europe is less effective than in the US and may not cool your room as much as you're used to back home.

• You should, after a brief orientation, be able to navigate towns and cities on your own.

Group departs Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. Flight details TBD.

After arriving in Edinburgh, we depart by private coach to Glasgow, where we’ll visit Govan’s Old Church, home of the Govan Stones – carved stones, crosses, and sarcophagi dating to the Viking period in Scotland. After exploring these ancient stones, we’ll visit Glasgow Cathedral, called St. Mungo’s, and have a short walking tour of central Glasgow. You have free time in the afternoon, before we gather at Brown’s for our opening dinner (included) Overnight at Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow.

This morning, we’ll join the saints at Kilbowie Saint Andrews Church and the Rev. Anne Fyffe. Following worship, we’ll return to Glasgow and you’ll enjoy the balance of your day to rest or explore. Dinner (on your own) and overnight at Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow.

Today is a full travel day. We depart early for Oban, the gateway to the Hebrides. We’ll travel through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, arriving in Oban in time for you to enjoy lunch (on your own) at any of the cafes or restaurants in town. We’ll depart Oban by ferry for the Isle of Mull, travel across Mull, and arrive in Fionnphort for our final ferry of the day. We arrive on Iona in time to unpack and walk around before our dinner (included). Overnight at St. Columba Hotel.

We start our day with worship at the Iona Abbey. Following worship, we’ll enjoy a guided tour of the Abbey, Nunnery, and village. After lunch (included), our guide will lead a nature walk towards the south end of the island, discussing the natural history, geography, and geology of the island and the region. Dinner is included at St. Columba Hotel.

On our final day on Iona, we’ll spend some time in retreat and spending time in both group and individual reflection. The afternoon is free and you can explore the island, play a round of golf, or fill your time as you desire. Dinner (included) and overnight at St. Columba Hotel.

We depart Iona today, traveling by ferry and coach back to Oban. From Oban, we travel to Glencoe, site of the infamous massacre. You’ll have time to explore the site and have lunch in the cafe (on your own) before we continue on to Fort William, our destination for three nights. Dinner (included) and overnight at Muthu Fort William Hotel.

We depart Fort William just after breakfast and make our way to the Isle of Skye, one of the most scenic and beautiful islands in Scotland. We start our day at Eilean Donan Castle, a fully-restored 13th century stronghold of the MacKenzie Clan. We continue onto the Isle of Skye and explore the natural beauty of the island with a number of short stops, beautiful vistas, and a stop for lunch. We return to Fort William in the late afternoon. Dinner (on your own) and overnight at Muthu Fort William Hotel.

The Jacobite Steam Train from Fort William to Mallaig is described as one of the world’s greatest train journeys. At only 84 miles round trip, it is an easily accessible day trip from Fort William. The route begins near Britain’s highest peak and passes through iconic Scottish landscapes including lochs (lakes), rivers, a viaduct, and coastline. In Mallaig, you’ll have about 90 minutes of free time to eat lunch (on your own) and explore the town before the return journey to Fort William. Dinner (on your own) and overnight at Muthu Fort William Hotel.

We depart Fort William early today for our journey to Edinburgh. We’ll stop along the way for tea and a snack, and arrive in Edinburgh in time for a late lunch at the Grassmarket Cafe. The Cafe is one of the social enterprises founded by the Greyfriars Presbyterian Church. After lunch, we’ll visit Greyfriars and learn more about the history of the kirk, the Reformation, and the community engagement work they do in their neighborhood. Following our time at the Grassmarket Cafe, we check into our hotel and have the balance of the evening to explore Edinburgh on your own. Dinner (on your own) and overnight at Radisson Blu Hotel, City Centre.

Today, we explore the history of Edinburgh, beginning with a walking tour of the Royal Mile. We’ll visit the John Knox House (exterior) and learn about the city during Knox’s time. We arrive at St. Giles Cathedral in time for our tour and a brief worship service at noon. Following worship, we’ll walk to Edinburgh Castle for a brief tour. Our guide will orient us to the castle and provide commentary at a few locations, but is not allowed to provide detailed guiding inside the castle. Instead, after the orientation, you will have time to explore the castle on your own. You have the rest of the day to explore Edinburgh before we gather for closing worship and our farewell dinner (included). Overnight at Radisson Blu Hotel, City Centre.

Pilgrims depart today from Edinburgh International Airport, arriving in Atlanta in the late afternoon. Flight details TBD.