Temple House Retreat:
‘8 Days in the Land of Heart’s Desire’
Experience the magic of Tír na n’Óg at Temple House, the Perceval family manor. Over 8 days, enjoy meditation, storytelling, music, walking tours, and practical skills for living an enchanted life. Immerse yourself in Ireland’s mystical landscapes, ancient sites, and folklore while connecting with “the Good People” and the spirit of the land.
Sample 8-Day Itinerary Overview
| Day | Theme | Activities & Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrival & Gathering 🚗🍽 | – Meet driver & guide in Dublin – Light hike at Loughcrew, “check-in” with the Queen of Tír na n’Óg – Lunch in Mullingar – Arrive at Temple House: welcome drinks & fireside gathering |
| Day 2 | The Living Landscape 🌿🎶 | – Morning meditation/Yoga/Sound bath – Driving tour: Lough Gill, Glencar Lough – Visit Tobernealt sacred spring & Slish Wood – Lunch at Stanford’s, Dromahair – Visit O’Rourke’s Table & Castle – Evening: Story & song by local musicians |
| Day 3 | Otherworld & ‘Good People’ 🧘♀️🎶 | – Morning meditation/Yoga – Visit Keshcorran Caves (steep, short hike) – Evening fireside storytelling & music |
| Day 4 | Art of Living 🧘♀️🍷 | – Morning meditation/Yoga – Leisure activities: spa, falconry, kayaking, baking, basket weaving, fishing – Evening: Fireside chat with artisans, wine & local cheese |
| Day 5 | Holy Grail Quest 🧘♀️🏆 | – Morning meditation/Yoga – Explore Temple Castle, ancestral home of the Perceval family – Evening: Grail performance & initiation into Temple Knights’ secrets |
| Day 6 | Heart of the Mountain Hike 🧘♀️🍻 | – Morning meditation/Yoga – Full-day hike to Carrowkeel Neolithic tombs, picnic lunch – Evening: Dinner & pub session in Sligo town |
| Day 7 | Riders to the Sea 🧘♀️🌊🎶 | – Morning meditation/Yoga – Day trip to Slieve League Cliffs, County Donegal – Evening: Grand finale concert with Irish step dancing at Temple House |
| Day 8 | Farewell to Erin 🧘♀️🚗 | – Morning meditation/Yoga/Sound bath – Depart via Hill of Tara, seat of the High Kings of Ireland – Arrive at Dublin Airport or hotel |
