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England - Sacred Journeys


Ancient and Sacred Sites of the West Country

With Georgina Sirett-Hardie, Priestess of Avalon in Glastonbury

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Tour Leader: Georgina Sirett-Hardie is a Priestess of Avalon who lives in the beautiful landscape of Glastonbury in Somerset. Georgina has completed 6 years of extensive training to become a Priestess of Avalon and she is dedicated to the Goddess. Learn more about Georgina on our About Your Tour Leader page.

Detailed Itinerary

Tour Summary

Map

Day 1 Depart your home city
Day 2 Arrive London, to Glastonbury
Day 3 Winchester/Stonehenge
Day 4 Avebury/Silbury Hill
Day 5 The Tor & Chalice Well
Day 6 The Abbey
Day 7 To London/Temple Church
Day 8 Westminster Abbey/Farewell Thames Dinner Cruise
Day 9 Return to your home city

Detailed Tour
 
Day 1  Tue, May 8: Depart your home city
Depart you home city on your international flight to London. In flight overnight.

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Day 2  Wed, May 9: Arrive London, to Glastonbury (D)

Morning arrival in London. Proceed through Immigration, Baggage Claim & Customs, where we all gather and meet with Tori and our driver. We then board our coach for our drive through the English countryside to historic Salisbury, where we visit the beautiful 1000-year old Salisbury Cathedral, which has the loftiest spire in England.  Continue to mystical, spiritual and historical Glastonbury, the region steeped in Arthurian legend - fabled Avalon, the heart of the Grail myths and the “Eden” of the Druids. 

Upon our arrival we check into our local hotel in the heart of the small town, a former retreat for monks, nuns and pilgrims at The Abbey. Time for a short rest, then we meet for an Introductory Meeting with our Tour Guide, Georgina Sirett-Hardie, a trained Priestess of Avalon.

 

Georgina will discuss more about the sacred sites that we will visit on our journey, as we get to know each other and find out what we will experience and learn on our journey. Our “Welcome to England” dinner will be at our hotel.
Overnight Glastonbury
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Day 3  Thu, May 10: Winchester, Old Sarum & Stonehenge - Private Entrance!  (B/L)

Have a leisurely breakfast. Later morning departure to the quintessential English city of Winchester, capital of England during Saxon times and the beautiful Norman Winchester Cathedral, including the legendary Great Hall, the only visible remaining part of the castle established by William the Conqueror, and the legendary Round Table of King Arthur. Group lunch. In the afternoon we visit the fascinating site of Old Sarum just outside Salisbury. Powerful impressions of the past still linger here and in a strange way seem to be amplified by the incredible beauty of the natural environment. 

In the late afternoon we have a Private Entrance into the world-famous ancient stone circle of Stonehenge where Georgina will lead us in a sunset meditation and ceremony. Those who are sensitive to these massive temples claim that the megalithic blocks are constantly radiating tremendous amounts of energy. Some say it is because the ancient Druids turned themselves into the stones, while others assert that they hold the power of innumerable Druid ceremonies. One legend maintains that the massive blocks were brought from Ireland and set into place by the greatest Druid of them all - Merlin! After exploring the historical significance of this most mysterious site in all of Britain The remainder of our powerful sacred ceremony will assist you to connect with the ancient spirits of this magical place. Later return to our hotel. Dinner on your own.
Overnight Glastonbury.

Day 4  Fri, May 11: Avebury, Silbury Hill & West Kennett Longbarrow and possible Crop Circles (B/D)

After our fortifying English breakfast we journey through the picturesque countryside to explore the ancient stone circles and sites that were sacred to the Goddess and Her tradition in this part of ancient Britain. Her energies are still powerfully present at each of the sites, so as you focus inwardly and listen in silence, perhaps you will receive an intuitive message from Her. Our first stop is The Sanctuary, a remnant from a culture in the long past that worshipped the Goddess and her earth-based traditions. Then we continue to Avebury, for a ceremonial walk, down through The Avenue to the main stone circle, where we have offer a special ceremony with Georgina, to connect with the powerful ancient energies here.

 

We then continue to Silbury Hill, a local man-made land formation that is often regarded as a physical representation of the Goddess' form on the earth. Our last stop for the day is the ancient burial mound of West Kennett Longbarrow, where the age-old secrets of those who were buried there are locked in time.  Lunch on your own. Afterwards we drive through the countryside where we may see crop circle formations from this season. Return to our hotel. Group dinner at the hotel.
Overnight Glastonbury.

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Day 5  Sat, May 12: In Glastonbury – The Tor and Chalice Well (B)

After breakfast we walk to the footpath that will take us up the hill to mystical Glastonbury Tor, once thought to be a portal to the fairy underworld and to the famed land of The Mists of Avalon's priestesses. Today it’s believed to be one of the main power spots in England, having been built on a mystical leyline, or earth energy line. At the top of The Tor we will gaze in awe at the breath-taking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. On the top stands a tower, the remains of St. Michel’s Church, built in the Middle Ages and dedicated to Archangel Michael. Here, on hallowed ground, we experience a meditation and ceremony with Georgina to connect to the Holy Grail, which some legends maintain is buried under or in the vicinity of the Tor.  Returning to the foot of the Tor, we visit the famous Chalice Well, a pilgrimage site for many thousands of years for those seeking physical and emotional healing from its iron-red waters, thought to be the blood of Christ emerging from the hidden Grail Chalice, for private meditation time. Later return walking to our hotel. Afternoon free for lunch on your own and individual exploration in Glastonbury. Dinner on your own.

  
Overnight Glastonbury
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Day 6  Sun, May 13: In Glastonbury – The Abbey (B)

After breakfast we walk to The Abbey, a church built in the Middle Ages. The original church is described by some historians as “the holiest place in all of England” and an early hiding place of the Holy Grail. This is the reputed location of the tombs of King Arthur and Guinivere, as well as the first Christian Church of Europe, built by Joseph of Arimathea. On this hallowed ground we will take time for individual reflection and meditation to connect with these ancient energies. Later morning return to the hotel. Lunch on your own. Free time to explore more of Glastonbury on your own, shop, rest, reflect. Dinner on your own.

 

Overnight Glastonbury.

Day 7  Mon, May 14: To London – Temple Church (B/D)
Check out of the hotel after breakfast and depart via private motor coach to London. Arrive later morning and check into our charming hotel in the heart of the city. Lunch on your own.  In the afternoon we visit Temple Church, one of the oldest of the Knights Templar churches, and one of the few round churches still left standing. Later return to the hotel. Group dinner.
Overnight London
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Day 8  Tue, May 15: In London – City Sightseeing Tour, Farewell Dinner (B/D)

Morning sightseeing tour of London’s West End, including West End, including the Houses of Parliament & Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall, Trafalgar Square, Buckingham Palace & the and the Changing of the Guard. Return to the hotel; lunch on your own. Afternoon is free. Maybe visit the British Museum if you like, or shop, etc.

 

In the evening we conclude our journey with an exceptional Farewell to England Dinner Cruise on the Thames River, combining luxury dining, world-class live entertainment, 5-star customer care and undeniably the most breathtaking views of London. Return to the hotel.
Overnight London
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Day 9  Wed, May 16: Return home (B)

Transfer by private motor coach to the airport for your return flight to your home city

 
Note: This itinerary is subject to change due to conditions beyond our control.
(B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner)

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Tour Inclusions & Price

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Tour Includes

Accommodations in superior tourist and first class hotels
Daily breakfast, 1 Lunch, & 4 Dinners
Airport/hotel/airport transfers
Entrance fees to all sites
Local taxes and service charges
Baggage handling at hotels (one checked bag per person)
Local tour guide in Glastonbury
Local guide/local assistance for all London services
Touring van for all transportation

Special Added Features:

Special guide, Georgina Sirett-Hardie, Priestess of Avalon during our time in Glastonbury
Private Group Entrance at Stonehenge
Visits to Avebury, The Sanctuary, Silbury Hill, West Kennet Longbarrow, Glastonbury Tor, Chalice Well, and The Abbey
Meditation time at sacred sites
  Welcome Dinner
Farewell Thames River Cruise

Tour Does Not Include:

International Airfare/departure taxes (ask us for a quote from your home city)
Cancellation & Medical Insurance (ask us for a quote)
Meals not included, as indicated in the itinerary
Cost to obtain valid passport
Any items of a personal nature such as laundry, drinks and telephone calls.
Tips & Gratuities for waiters, porters, guides, drivers etc. (a recommendation will be given)
Any item that is not specifically detailed on our web site or in the final trip itinerary

Tour Price

Tour Price Per Person (Land Only)

Single Supplement

GBP 1205.00 (British Pounds)   GBP 210.00
USD $2399.00 (U.S. Dollars)    USD $415.00
CAD $2799.00 (Canadian Dollars)  CAD $499.00


Note:
Prices are guaranteed in British Pounds (based on a minimum of 12 passengers). Rates in U.S. and Canadian Dollars are subject to change due to exchange rate fluctuations.

Note: The single supplement is ONLY for those who would like to secure a private room throughout the tour, at the indicated additional price. If you are not traveling with anyone you know and would like to share a room, we will be happy to work to find you a suitable roommate. Per our Terms and Conditions, registration for the tour will be held open until two weeks before the departure date in order to try to match everyone with a roommate. If by that date we have not been able to match you with a suitable roommate, you will be responsible to pay for the single supplement. An early registration will facilitate this process.

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