As this will be the last one I’ll offer for now, 2027 will be an extended Crete Goddess Pilgrimage.
If you have been before and would like to come again, or if you have dreamed of joining me in the ancient sacred sites of Crete, don’t miss the chance and join our waiting list in order to be able to sign up as soon as the registration opens.
Come and follow the memory of ancestral Goddess loving people and Her priestesses, as well as the signs of the Goddess, in the sacred landscape of Crete.
The Late Neolithic and Bronze Age Ariadnean civilisation of Crete was the last pre – patriarchal culture in Europe, honouring life, beauty, women and men and living in the ways of Goddess.
This fertile land still holds the mysteries and offers a wonderful way to connect back into the Ways of the Priestess through the reclaimed libation rituals, sacred dance and symbolic movement, oracle tradition and deep underworld journey of the labyrinth.
The Cretan civilisation was abundant, amazingly advanced in arts and science, medicine and craft, agriculture and sea faring. The Ariadnean Goddess culture of Crete at this time was gift economy based, free trading and peaceful for over a 1000 years.
The beautiful landscape of Crete holds memory and allows easy access to the resonance of these ancestral times, temples and culture.
We will follow the memory of ancestral Goddess loving people and Her priestesses, as well as the signs of the Goddess, in the sacred landscape of Crete.
On this journey we will dance and create rituals in Her ancient temples, we will open to Her voice in magical Cretan nature, visit sacred caves and labyrinth, find beaches to relax into Her presence and connect deeply to the ancient Goddess Priestesses in priestess graves. We will explore Ariadnean temples, sites, musea and art as well as enjoy sunshine, beautiful sea and delicious food.
Throughout our tour, we will connect to our ancient heritage: of love between men and women, of priestesses and empowerment, of wisdom, sacredness of the body, sacredness of all life, and wisdom of the Goddess.
Come celebrate life together, with elemental ceremony and deep connection to the Ancestors and Goddess of this sacred land.
We’ll stay in simple, shared room accommodation, some of which have breakfast included, in some of the most delightful, and less touristic places in Eastern Crete.
Further specifications:
😍 Matala, the red beach, Pheistos, Agia Triados, Kommos
😍 Knossos sacred site and Heraklion archaeological museum,
😍 Mount Juktas, Fournia priestess grave and Archanes,
😍 Skotino – and the Eileithyia- caves,
😍 Malia Temple palace and artisan town, bee-pendant necropolis, private olive grove and (poss) Sissi,
😍 Agia Nikolias archaeological museum, Gournia with it’s great ritual offering-, Bethyl -and Kernos- stones,
😍 Mochlos island with Priestess house, Neolithic house graves, sacred sanctuary and temenos, Ancient 3500 year old Olive tree
😍 Sitea archaeological museum
😍 Myrthos with Minoan refuge settlement and the Kato Simi sanctuary of sacred union dedicated to Aphrodite and Hermes and sacred spring, high in the Dirty Mountains.
And several surprises to be discovered while on pilgrimage.
Of course we will also visit fabulous beaches, stunning sea, delicious food and group sharing space, in great off the beaten track villages.
We will enjoy beach or mountain ceremonies, as well as ritual space in some of the sacred sites, and have encounters with local priestesses and opportunity to partake in special workshop and ritual offered by them.
With simple shared accommodation in unassuming settings where we can feel the local energy and enjoy real, sometimes even wild, Crete, we will have an unforgettable time.
Full pilgrimage itinerary will be send to you in May.
This pilgrimage fills up, so book early to avoid disappointment.
Cost £1535,– / € equivalent p/p
Non refundable deposit of £435 secures your place via PayPal, after which confirmation of your place and bank transfer details will be send for the rest of the full payment.
This can be made in one payment via bank transfer of £1100,- due no later than 31st March 2027
OR
2 instalment payments via bank transfer, of £555.- each, with the first payable by the 31st March 2027, and the 2nd by no later than 1st May 2027 (admin fee of £10 is added in this option). Instalments are non-refundable.
A full cancellation fee is payable AFTER THE 31ST MARCH 2027, if one decides to cancel the booked place.
Be aware: for the Crete Pilgrimage, only the deposit can be made by PayPal, the rest of payments must be paid via direct bank transfer only.
Not included:
To confirm your place on the tour, you need to pay your deposit referencing CRETE27 and your name.
Please note:
The accommodation will be in shared rooms of 2 and there is unlikely to be a single room option on this pilgrimage. However, please contact us by email if you have specific requirements, and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Flights arrival and departures need to be coordinated time wise, to fit with the pilgrimage schedule.
The start of the pilgrimage will be at Heraklion airport, on the 8th June around 13.00 local time, and ends at Heraklion airport on the 22nd at around 16.00. Full details to follow on this closer to the time.
From Crete Goddess Pilgrimage June 2026:
“The Ariadnean tour is an unforgettable pilgrimage. Katinka is an excellent guide and travel partner on the Ariadnean tour in Crete, and the days in Santorini walking in the footsteps of the memories and presence of the Goddess. Katinka is generously sharing her knowledge of and passion for these lands. She will take you safely on challenging roads, and I appreciate her sense of adventure, fun and devotion
This is a journey of a lifetime!! I’m so grateful I took the decision to join this trip. Next year there will be another chance, don’t miss it!
I can highly recommend this tour and, as with all pilgrimage, you might meet yourself as well on the road!!”
Aditi Blomgren
“I carry immense gratitude towards this group of extraordinary people who have shared this pilgrimage with me.
And an equally deep gratitude to Katinka, whose way of guiding goes far beyond history or archaeology. With her, myth walks the landscape again and the pilgrimage becomes a living experience of transformation.
Together with this group of eight people from different countries who have been part of this pilgrimage, we have experienced moments of deep connection ~ between us and with all the power and symbolism of these lands.
I am especially grateful for the ceremony they helped me co-create, to mark the rite of passage of my 52nd year, along with the solstice.
Still revealing treasures of this trip. I know I walk away with a much deeper understanding of what it means to belong. And perhaps, in these fragile times, that is one of the most important gifts we can receive.”
Sophia Style
“What a journey you’ve taken us on Katinka, sharing your knowledge of and love for this sunkissed land on our Ariadnean adventure! Thank you and thanks to my fellow pilgrims.”
D.P.
“Our Crete pilgrimage was a truly magical time, we experienced so much. We travelled with a fantastic group led by the fabulous Katinka Soetens.
Beautiful experiences in some of the old temples including Knossos, walked the path of the ancient priestesses, visited Heraklion museum in awe of craft and skill of our Neolithic ancestors, had some beautiful ceremonies, climbed to the top of a mountain (car most of the way), swum in the beautiful Med, saw vultures soaring, experienced real connections to Goddess, had a pottery workshop and eaten lots of lovely food.”
Tee Pee Tracey
More Testimonials:
“I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to Katinka Soetens of the Path of Mystery School for orchestrating such a profound and enriching experience during our recent trip to Crete for the Ariadnean Pilgrimage. The places and sites we visited were nothing short of magical, each one steeped in history and wonder, providing us with a deeper connection to the Goddess, mother earth and the ancient world.
The sense of community that quickly grew among the participants was truly special, creating bonds that will live on as plans were made to continue to gather at the Goddess Conference and future trainings. The pace of the pilgrimage was perfectly balanced, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in each moment without feeling rushed. The accommodations were comfortable and thoughtfully chosen, providing a welcoming retreat after each day’s adventures.
Katinka’s vast knowledge and passion for the mysteries of the Goddess in Crete were evident in every aspect of the pilgrimage. Her insights and stories brought each site to life, enriching our understanding and appreciation of the journey. We are deeply grateful for the treasures of wisdom she shared with us, making this pilgrimage an unforgettable experience.
Thank you, Katinka, for guiding us on this incredible journey and for sharing the magic of your unique Crete with us.” Kate Lewis
“Ahhh I loved this tour! Highly recommended! I would do it again in a heartbeat.” Stephanie Allison Schudel
“It is fantastic tour – you will really feel you are treading in the footsteps of yourself in a previous incarnation !” Les Cloutman
“Loved this journey with Katinka.” Elaine Wattam
“People, don’t miss it! I did it. Absolutely unforgettable!” Laura Ghianda
“Loved loved the experience, love this land and Katinka’ unique guidance! Wish one day I can return! Xxx.” Luiza Frazao
“Superb experience!!!!!” Erin McCauliff
“It is the greatest! Xxx” Charlotte Haigh
PLACE: Crete
DATE: 8th to 22nd June 2027
