Whisper of Ancient Saints

The Celtic Journey

TBA

March 30, 2026 - April 9, 2026

LHR, United Kingdom

Deadline:

Please submit your application on or before
March 16, 2026

Instruction:

Those Interested Must:

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Contact:

0917 188 6883

programs@spiritualformation.center

"Breath: Living the Spirit of God Through the Spiritual Exercises" seeks to make the profound wisdom of the Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius of Loyola not just a periodic retreat experience, but a lived reality, deeply woven into the fabric of everyday existence.​

Discover how early Christians brought the message of Christ to the ancient Celtic world — not by force, but through love.
 
This isn’t just a trip.
It’s a pilgrimage of the heart, a chance to rediscover how faith can flourish with nature and art.

Day 1 – March 31 (Tue) – Arrival in London
Upon arrival you will be assisted by our Local Representative. Board the bus to transfer to your hotel in Oxford, a peaceful retreat that sets the stage for our next days of inspiration and learning. Dinner at the hotel.
Overnight: Oxford

Day 2 – April 01 (Wed) – Oxford & C.S. Lewis
Tour Magdalen College (C.S. Lewis and Tolkien), the University Church of St Mary the Virgin, the Radcliffe Camera and Radcliffe Square, Hertford College (Tyndale), Bodleian Library (King James Bible), Balliol College (Wycliff). Travel to Headington to visit the Kilns, where C.S. Lewis lived, and Holy Trinity Headington. Dinner at a local pub before returning to the hotel.
Overnight: Oxford

Day 3 – April 02 (Thu) – Cambridge
Travel to Cambridge (145 km / approx. 2 hours). Arrival in Cambridge, start tour including Great St Mary’s, The University Church, Old Schools, King’s College Chapel, Queen’s College, Round Church, The Backs. Drive to Tyndale House.
Lunch break.
Free time before returning to Oxford for dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Oxford

Day 4 – April 03 (Fri) – Oxford to York
Check out of hotel for 320 km drive to York. With lunch stops. Arrive in York for check-in and free time. Dinner and overnight.
Overnight: York

Day 5 – April 04 (Sat) – York’s Living Legacy
After breakfast, walking tour: York Minster, St. William’s College & Chapter House, Bar Convent Tour & Lunch, York Castle / Clifford’s Tower, Shrine of Margaret Clitherow. Free time in The Shambles.
Overnight: York

Day 6 – April 05 (Sun) – Durham Cathedral & Saints
Visit Durham Cathedral, resting place of St. Cuthbert and the Venerable Bede. Other highlights of Durham: Market Place, Framwellgate Bridge, Prebends Bridge, Durham River, City Walls, The Bailey, Palace Green, Durham Castle, Elvet Bridge, Old Racecourse, Durham Prison. On your own: Sunday worship.
Overnight: Durham

Day 7 – April 06 (Mon) – Seahouses
Travel to Seahouses (approx. 1.5 hours) through the scenic countryside of County Durham and Northumberland. Arrive in the harbour town of Seahouses to spend the next 3 nights learning about Celtic Christianity.
Overnight: Seahouses

Day 8 – April 07 (Tue) – To Lindisfarne, Holy Island
Cross the causeway (tide permitting). Visit Lindisfarne Priory, St. Aidan’s Statue, and St. Mary’s Church. Enjoy a sunset beach walk. Return to hotel.
Overnight: Seahouses

Day 9 – April 08 (Wed) – Farne Islands
Visit Inner Farne Islands (boat trip) for a nature trip and views of wildlife and history.
Overnight: Seahouses

Day 10 – April 09 (Thu) – Edinburgh
Early drive to Edinburgh. Drop off at hotel. Free time or optional rearrangements.
Overnight: Edinburgh

Day 11 – April 10 (Fri) – Farewell UK
Transfer to airport for flight back to Manila. Return home with renewed faith and unforgettable memories.

Day 10 – April 09 (Thu) – Arrive in Edinburgh
Upon arrival, pilgrims assemble and meet with the group to continue drive to Oban near the Craignure port.
Overnight: Oban

Day 11 – April 10 (Fri) – IONA Transfer
After breakfast, transfer to Craignure port in Oban. Take the ferry to Mull. Upon arrival, proceed by bus across Mull to Fionnphort. Take another ferry to Iona. Meet local representative for transfer to St. Columba Hotel.
Overnight: Iona

Day 12 – 19 – April 11 (Sat) to April 18 (Sat) – Iona Pilgrimage
Iona Pilgrimage with John Philip and Ali Newell.
Overnight: Iona

Day 20 – April 19 (Sun) – Iona to Edinburgh
Transfer from Iona port → Fionnphort → Bus across Mull → Craignure → Ferry → Oban. Upon arrival, transfer to Edinburgh. Check-in at hotel.
Overnight: Edinburgh

Day 21 – April 20 (Mon) – Return Home
Transfer to airport for return flight to Manila via Dubai.

• Part I: Celtic Christianity Pilgrimage (March 31 – April 10, 2026)
– 20 Participants: $4,272.00
– 25 Participants: $3,986.00

• Part II: Iona Retreat with John Philip and Ali Newell (April 7 – 20, 2026)
– Please Inquire

• Transfers and private transport
• Hotel accommodations (twin / double sharing)
• Breakfasts and dinners
• Guided tours and entrance fees
• Tips and gratuities
• Travel insurance
• Travel kit / Tour briefing
• Services of Tour Director throughout Part I Tour

• Air tickets
• Lunches
• UK Visa (if required)
• Pre and post trip extensions