SIGN UP HERE FOR THE SCOTTISH EXTENSION
Celtic Pilgrimage: Payment Links
& Scottish Extension Information
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Payment Links
Due by Friday, July 11, 2025
Ireland ONLY Installment Link:
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$2,000 due by Friday, July 11, 2025.
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Ireland & Scotland Installment Link:
If you are planning to join the Optional Scotland Extension (October 16–20, 2025), please review the full itinerary and details below. Once you've read through the information, we invite you to:
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Officially sign up using the link located just below the Scotland Extension description.
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Select the correct payment option by using the link below, which includes the additional $500 for the Scotland Extension.
👉 Click here to make your payment including the Scotland Extension ($2,500)
If you would like to mail a payment, use our mailing address below.
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Optional: A Sacred Journey into the Heart of Celtic Scotland ~ October 16–20, 2025
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For those seeking a deeper encounter with the sacred rhythms of the Celtic world, this optional post-pilgrimage extension offers a rare opportunity to experience the rugged beauty, storied history, and spiritual resonance of Scotland’s western coast and capital city.
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Led jointly by Rev. Liz Nau and Rev. Dr. Gene McAfee, transitional pastor of Forest Hill Presbyterian Church, this intimate extension is designed to be a pilgrimage within a pilgrimage—a time of reflection, connection, and renewal. This experience includes flights, guides, accommodations, local transport, most meals, and spiritual programming.
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Itinerary Overview
Thursday, October 16 – Belfast to Oban
Your journey begins with a group flight from Belfast to Glasgow (included), followed by a private coach ride through the rolling hills of the Scottish Highlands. The group will stop in the picturesque harbor town of Oban, where we’ll tour the famed Oban Distillery, learning the time-honored process of crafting single malt Scotch. Enjoy a welcome dinner and your first overnight in this coastal retreat.
Included: Flight, private transfer, distillery visit, dinner, overnight in Oban
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Friday, October 17 – Pilgrimage to Iona
Today’s destination is the sacred island of Iona, a place long revered as one of the most important centers of Celtic Christianity. After a scenic ferry ride, pilgrims will explore this “thin place,” where the veil between heaven and earth feels especially near. The day includes a guided visit to the historic Iona Abbey, with time for reflection, spiritual engagement, and quiet walking along its wind-swept shores.
Included: Breakfast, ferry to Iona, full-day guided tour, lunch, dinner, overnight in Oban
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Saturday, October 18 – Stirling Castle & Arrival in Edinburgh
Depart Oban and travel through the Highlands, stopping en route to tour Stirling Castle, once home to Mary, Queen of Scots, and central to the story of William Wallace. The castle offers breathtaking views and a vivid window into Scotland’s royal, religious, and military history.
The journey continues to Edinburgh, where guests will settle into a centrally located hotel near St. Giles before joining a brief orientation walking tour of the Old Town.
Included: Breakfast, guided castle visit, coach transfer, walking tour, overnight in Edinburgh
Sunday, October 19 – St. Giles Cathedral, Walking Tour & Free Time
Begin the day with a special worship service at St. Giles Cathedral, arranged and led by Rev. McAfee, who previously served at this historic church. This rare moment of shared prayer and reflection will be followed by a group lunch discussion on the spiritual legacy of the Reformed tradition in Scotland. The afternoon brings a guided walking tour of Edinburgh’s storied Royal Mile—from Edinburgh Castle to the Palace of Holyroodhouse—including Greyfriars Kirkyard, filled with folklore, literary ties, and mystery. The rest of the afternoon is free for personal exploration, shopping, or quiet contemplation before our final night together in Edinburgh.
Included: Breakfast, worship service, group lunch, guided walking tour, dinner and overnight in Edinburgh
Monday, October 20 – Departure
After breakfast, travelers will transfer to the airport for flights home.
Return airfare is included for those departing from Cleveland, Ohio.
Included: Breakfast, airport transfer, return flight (Cleveland-based travelers)
What’s Included:
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Flight from Belfast to Glasgow
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Return flight to the U.S. (for Cleveland travelers)
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Private coach transportation throughout the program
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4 nights in well-located 3–4 star hotels
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Daily full Scottish breakfast
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3 dinners and 1 group lunch
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Full-day guided tour to Iona
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Visit to Stirling Castle
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Edinburgh orientation & walking tour
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Tour & tasting at Oban Distillery
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Worship at St. Giles Cathedral
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Leadership and spiritual guidance from Rev. Nau and Rev. McAfee
Final Pricing
Double Occupancy: $2,100 per person
Single Occupancy: $2,400
Note: Original estimates were $1,800 and $2,200 respectively. The increase reflects current exchange rates and elevated costs in Scotland. Despite this, we believe the value remains exceptional given what is included.
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Why Join the Scotland Extension?
This experience isn’t just an add-on — it’s a rare and transformative opportunity to close your pilgrimage with beauty, meaning, and awe. From walking the sacred paths of Iona to praying beneath the vaulted ceilings of St. Giles, this journey invites you to encounter God through the land, the stories, and the sacred rhythms of Scotland.​​​
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How do I sign-up?
Please follow the link below to sign up for the Scottish Extension.
SIGN UP HERE FOR THE SCOTTTISH EXTENSION
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