Ireland 70th Anniversary:
Metaphysical Center of New Jersey
August 14-23, 2026
You are invited to join us for the 70th anniversary of the New Jersey Metaphysical Center on an epic journey of a lifetime into the heart of Celtic dreaming. Ireland is one of the most mystical places on earth and we could think of no better place to celebrate and honor this extraordinary legacy. Fortify your spirit and step into enchantment with seasoned guides of Ireland with over 20 years of experience leading small, spiritually-focused groups. Pilgrims and spiritual seekers have traveled to Ireland for over 5,000 years to be uplifted, illuminated, and inspired. Perhaps Ireland is calling you.
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Behold the Stone of Destiny in Ireland’s Ancient East at the Hill of Tara
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Listen to sacred waters at St Brigid’s Well in Kildare
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Meditate and dream within ancient stone circles
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Drink in the beauty of the mountains and sea of the wild west of Ireland
Our journey will be mostly focused in the west of Ireland along what is known as the Wild Atlantic Way. However, after leaving the Hill of Tara in the East on our first day, we will visit the Knock Shrine for an evening of meditation and prayer with the local community. Then we will head into the famous Connemara in the West - the wild heart of Ireland. There we will visit mountains, forests, beaches, family estates, fjords, artisans, dine on seafood fresh from the sea, and more.
After a few days in the Connemara, we will head south through Galway into western County Clare for several days visiting classic sites such as the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren (hiking), and megalithic temples and holy wells.
We will then head down into County Kerry and west County Cork for three days to listen to the heart of the mountains, ancient lakes, old-growth forests, waterfalls, stone circles, cashels, and so much more. We will then conclude our journey in Kildare with holy wells and retreat centers exonerating Brigid.
August 14-23, 2026
10-day immersion in the beauty of Ireland
Cost: $4,900.00
if 14 people register, $4,675 if 16 people register
$500.00 deposit is due by January 31, 2026
~ Balances are due in full by March 17, 2026 so we can book flights~
This trip is open to members of the NJ Metaphysical Center and friends/family thereof. It is also open to the general public if people are spiritually-focused and want to meet others with similar interests.
We will be exploring the land at a relaxing pace with two experienced guides: Elizabeth Bercovici and Jeremy Schewe. They will be bringing both of their extensive knowledge of Irish myths, legends and history - as well as the ability to facilitate gorgeous experiential personal and group connectivity with sacred sites. These are enchanted lands that will awaken something sacred within you. Ireland grounds and nourishes all who visit her shores. When we’re rooted and grounded we're more present with the majesty of the human experience.
Join us to be enriched by Celtic lore and storytelling and to experience the transformative power of conscious travel. This trip will include personal down time, guided sacred inner journeys, music, storytelling, and more! There is great wonder and magic when we connect with the spirit of any land, but Ireland is particularly special. Visiting some of these places will help the gods and goddesses of the past come alive for you. You might even hear them speaking to you.
Over the course of 10 days, experience Irish culture, delicious food, and incredible hospitality. Enjoy soulful meditations, shamanic soul journeying, and visiting sacred sites. We will do some walking/hiking to sacred sites, but also spend sufficient time at sacred sites to invite each individual to deeply connect.
Price Includes:
Transportation in mini-coach throughout the journey
Shared accommodations
Twin and Double/Queen/King beds available variably
All breakfasts included
1 dinner included
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Visits to sacred sites and holy wells
Roundtrip Airline ticket from Newark to Dublin
Evenings of story telling with seanchaí
Celtic sound bath and journey
Learn Irish songs and chants
Guided by Elizabeth & Jeremy w/ +20 years of experience & publications
Our Itinerary:
Day 1 (Aug 13):
~ Fly from Newark to Dublin International Airport ~
Day 2 (Aug 14):
We’ll leave Dublin, stopping at the Hill of Tara and Stone of Destiny.
We will visit the Marian shrine in Knock and spend the first night near the shrine.
Days 3 & 4 (Aug 15-16): Connemara
We’ll begin our journey into the Connemara and the west of Ireland for a few nights, visiting Cong Abbey & Cong Forest, Pigeons Cave, Nymphsfield Stone Circle, the Fairy Beach (Glassilaun Strand), the Bens of the Connemara National Park, Killary Ford, Clifden (artistic village), and Ballynahinch Castle and estate.
Days 5 & 6 (Aug 17-18): Galway and Clare
We will then head south along the Wild Atlantic Way into County Clare for a few days to visit the Cliffs of Moher, Danu's Well, Fairy Ring fort, and the Poulnabrone dolmen while also creating time for a gorgeous hike in the Burren walk/hike, an evening in Doolin to hear Trad Irish music, and visit Brigid’s Holy Well nearby.
Days 7-9 (Aug 19-21): West Cork and Kerry
On our way into the southwest, we will stop by Lough Gur and the Grange Stone Circle south of Limerick. The journey will round off with three nights in County Kerry and western County Cork, with plans to visit sites such as the Paps of Anu, Urlagh Stone Circle, Kenmare stone circle, Killarney National Forest, the Dragon cave, Dagda's cairn/dolmen, Drombeg stone circle, grianans/cashels, McGillycuddy Reeks, Lakes of Killarney, Ring of Kerry, waterfalls, and old growth Celtic hardwood forest.
Day 10 (Aug 22): Kildare
We’ll drive back to the East of Ireland and visit Kildare on the way to Dublin. In the East we’ll see St. Brigid’s Holy Well, Brigid’s historic cathedral & church, Solas Bhride Retreat Centre (Brigid’s Centre).
Day 11 (Aug 23):
~ We’ll fly from Dublin back to Newark ~