WildernessIcon

Inspiration & Connection

Emerald Trails: Wise Women Walking Adventure In Ireland

June TBA 2025 | Ireland | $TBA

Emerald Trails: Wise Women Walking Adventure In Ireland

Gain strength and stamina, purity of thought, improved memory, flexibility of body and mind, in tune with the devas of nature and learn to express fully through simple artistic practices, develop and or enhance a yoga fusion practice to take home with you, learn the history of the wild and beautiful Highlands and their peoples and make new women friends for a lifetime to come.

bonnyscotlandwalking2022web

DETAILS

Walk - Yoga - Create

Dates: TBA June 2025

Location: Ireland, UK

Early Bird Self Investment: $ TBA

Deposit 50%: $TBA USD

Balance due: TBA

All payments non refundable

All of our Women Wilderness Adventures include a fusion of yoga, nature art and self awareness techniques designed to enliven, transform and rejuvenate.

       MORE ABOUT OUR IRELAND WALKING ADVENTURE

valmainheather
scotlandwalking
art
10-Sunset-over-the-River-Spey

Wise Women Walking Itinerary  Beginner to Intermediate

August 05   Day 01: Arrive to our Bed & Breakfast and join our dinner circle to meet other inspiring women just like you that are on this journey of reinvention, self love ideal wellness,  being a part of something special, love of travelling, learning from other people and from another culture.

Our Bed & Breakfast is located at the Findhorn Eco Village, Moray Coast, NE Scotland   D

August 06   Day 02: Rest from travel at our Bed & Breakfast or join us for a self guided tour of the Findhorn Spiritual Eco Community. Afternoon Yoga and Meditation with an introduction to journaling and nature art - receive supplies and prepare for our walking adventure the next day. B / L / D

The following day after you have rested, we start our walking adventure together along the magical Moray coastal route before making our way up the Speyside River and onwards to the mystical, rustic yet full of character Highlands of Scotland.

Our bags will be transported for us to each destination; thus, you only need your daypack (all details will come when you book) Before breakfast and for those that wish to join, can enjoy a morning Yoga Fusion and Meditation practice and then begin our walks as per the schedule below. Rests, additional easy movement exercise, journaling and nature art will be a part of our day in charming villages, river and mountain sides, valleys, forests and seaside walks with a few stops at the Whisky Mills along the way.

I will supply a simple art kit for you that will be really easy to carry and light weight.  Please know you are enough and that in all aspects of this experience are for beginner to intermediate levels.  Live Large and just say YES!

Lets continue together our journey as we move towards the highlands.

August 07   Day 03:  Findhorn to Burghead    6m     B
August 08   Day 04:  Burghead to Lossiemouth   9m B
August 09   Day 05:  Lossiemouth to Fochabers  13m B
August 10   Day 06:  Fochabers to Craigellachie  13m  B
August 11   Day 07:  Craigellachie to Ballindalloch   12m  B
August 12   Day 08:  Ballindalloch to Tomintoul  15m  B

August 13   Day 09:  Transfer to Grantown-on-Spey and walk to Boat of Garten   11 m  B / D

August 14   Day 10:  Depart mid morning by steam train to Aviemore.  Arrive to Aviemore early afternoon.  You will depart from Aviemore onwards to your next destination.  B

Our farewell dinner - celebration of a wonderful experience and the new friends made along the way.

B – Breakfast  9      L – Lunch  1     D – Dinner  3

We hold the vision you will be one of the bonnie lass that join us on this journey of happiness, ideal health and inspiration.  Explore and admire the beauty of Scotland and enjoy the sense of humour of the Scottish Folk.

YOUR GUIDE

Meet Valma Shakti (Brenton) - of HERIZEN™  Life Adventures International, Sailing, Yoga, & Self-Awareness teacher / lifestyle coach, Valma is also an Ayurvedic practitioner, astro-palmist, hora-astrologer, yogini, author, inspirational speaker and global adventurer.

"My purpose,” says Valma “is to be a mirror for other women like yourself, to share my knowledge and wisdom of life and empowering you to live your very best life. To inspire you to create miracles in your life and be open to the present moment...creating balance through awareness, self-confidence, intention and faith. I invite all women just like you, to celebrate personal success and natural Well-Being through awareness, motion and nature. Join me on a journey of freedom and transform all aspects of your life through Yoga, Ayurveda, Qigong, Mantra, Meditation, Pranayama, Sustainable Green Living and let your spirit fly.”

Praise

From the moment I arrived at the eco village in Findhorn until the time we departed for Aviemore I was transported to an idyllic space where time flowed easily, freedom and beauty surrounded me all day long inside and out.  From the beauty of the  people at the village to the stunning beaches and ocean on the Moray coast to the stunning pine and heather forests to the incredible wide open heather moors. Your guidance and planning were perfect for our daily activities. Calming meditation and yoga set the intention every day and the magic just happened.  Anyone wanting to return to being present and loved and joyful will experience all of this and more on the Scotland walking tour.  Thank you Valma for helping me find my innocence again.    

— Joan Gibson

“I was intrigued with the forking and your energy healing methods. You are such a unique woman and I am so glad to have met you when I did. I am working hard here back home – doing my Yoga, practicing my breathing, trying extra hard to stay in the moment. I am also approaching my family problems with a far different attitude than I had before I went to Salt Spring Island. In short, I am a happier, more peaceful woman – and it shows! Valma, thank you once again for passing on your wisdom and strength."

— Linda Marchand

 

“The meals were healthy and delicious. The group shared a spiritual journey in a beautiful natural and supportive environment. I highly recommend HERIZEN™, and would do it again."

— Donalda Carson

 

WHAT'S INCLUDED 

  • Shared accommodation (bring a friend) in a quaint Bed & Breakfast with twin beds. 9 nights / 9 days
  • 9 breakfast daily at the Bed & Breakfast.
  • 1 transfer from Tomintoul to Grantown-on-Spey.
  • Steam train ticket from Boat of Garten to Aviemore.
  • 1 lunch as per tip itinerary.
  • 3 dinners including a Welcome and Farewell dinner as per the trip itinerary.
  • 1 Welcome bag filled with special Scottish treats & made with love.
  • 1 daily Morning Yoga Fusion & Meditation; begins Aug 6 / 2024.
  • 1 Journal / Nature Art class per day begins Aug 6 / 2024 - includes supplies.
  • 1 Baggage transfer to each location per day begins Aug 7 to Aug 13, 2024.
  • 1 Detailed trip plan, maps, what to bring provided once booking has been confirmed.
  • Complimentary Numerology Prediction 2024.
  • Valma Brenton Guide / Yoga Teacher E-RYT.  Born in the UK.  Moved to Scotland as a teen.  She visits family and friends every year and so loves the NE of Scotland.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITY

  • Trip Cancellation & Medical Insurance (Required).
  • Airfare and transport to our starting point in Findhorn, NE, Scotland.
  • Airfare and transport from our departure point in Aviemore, NE, Scotland.
  • All meals and drinks outside of what is included in the trip itinerary.
  • Anything that is outside of what is included.
  • Any items of personal nature such as telephone calls, laundry and additional drinks.
  • Gratuities / Service tips.
  • Cost to obtain a valid passport.
  • Any item not specific on this list or website in the final trip itinerary.
  • Any travel health requirements to enter the UK.
  • 2 Covid-19 masks and personal hand sanitizer.
  • Covid-19 testing if required
  • Banking, credit card and currency exchange fees

 

TRAVEL INSURANCE

We always recommend that you purchase Trip Cancellation Insurance and appropriate out of country Medical Insurance.

Please secure your travel investment!

Travel Insurance Services (TSI) for Americans covers covid reasons for cancellation. If you test positive before departure, or while on your adventure, it would be treated as any other unwellness under the plan and you would be covered. There is also coverage for quarantine and other expenses that you might incur. Canadians can check out RBC Travel Insurance and Manulife Travel Insurance. Nomad Travel Insurance is another option.

Additional Course Materials and Information

AllPrograms-Overlay
Yoga Icon

YOGA

SailingIcon

SAILING

WildernessIcon

WILDERNESS