A Sacred Journey on the Camino de Santiago

13 Days of Reflection, Renewal, and Transformation
May 14 - 26, 2026

Our 2026 Camino Walk was a beautiful success. Together, 12 women—including two facilitators—walked 116 kilometres, sharing an unforgettable journey of connection, reflection, and discovery.
We're already looking forward to returning in 2027.

If the Camino is calling you, add your name to the interest list below and you'll be among the first to hear when registration for the 2027 journey opens. In the meantime, the information below describes our
2026 pilgrimage and is here to give you a sense of the experience we create.
This page will be updated with all the details for our 2027 Camino Walk in late fall.

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Walk, Reflect, Transform

Join us for a 13-day walking pilgrimage along the breathtaking trails of the Camino de Santiago. Together, we’ll journey the final 116 km across rolling hills and timeless villages of northern Spain.

More than a walk, this is an invitation to slow down, listen deeply, and reconnect with your truest self.
Along the way, you’ll awaken clarity and purpose, nurture your spirit, and form soulful connections with like-minded women walking beside you.

The Experience

This pilgrimage is a sacred inward and outward journey—a chance to quiet the mind, open the heart, and listen to the whispers of your soul.

Each day brings new beauty and insight as we walk 7–17 km through farmland, forested trails, and charming stone villages.

We’ll gather over breakfast to share a meal, connect, and receive a reflection or intention to carry with us on the day’s walk. Throughout our 13 days together, you’ll be guided through The Wisdom Way Method—a transformative approach to cultivating clarity, connection, confidence, and joy.

You’ll also have time for journaling, quiet solitude, and meaningful conversations with fellow pilgrims. In the evenings, we’ll come together once more—over dinner or a glass of wine—for heartfelt sharing, laughter, and reflection on the day’s journey.

This is a pilgrimage of mindful movement and soulful exploration, where the outer journey mirrors the inner one, and where every moment invites you to come home to yourself.

Highlights of the Journey

  • Walk the final 116 km of the Camino Portugués, beginning in Tui on the Portuguese border and journeying to Santiago de Compostela

  • Wander through lush forests, stone villages, and rolling Galician countryside steeped in history and beauty

  • Experience the joy of meaningful sisterhood and shared reflection as you walk in community

  • Engage in daily spiritual practices and reflections inspired by The Wisdom Way Method

  • Enjoy time for journaling, meditation, and mindful connection with nature

  • Stay in handpicked accommodations offering comfort, charm, and authentic Spanish hospitality

  • Savour delicious regional cuisine and local wines that nourish both body and soul

  • Celebrate your arrival in Santiago with a special closing ceremony

  • Receive your Certificate of Completion (Compostela) upon reaching Santiago de Compostela

    Each day unfolds with beauty and purpose—a balance of walking, reflection, and connection that nourishes body, mind, and spirit.

Who This Journey Is For

This pilgrimage is for women ready to pause, reflect, and realign with what truly matters. It’s for those seeking not just the adventure of the Camino, but the transformation that comes when we step away from daily demands and walk with intention.

You’ll feel at home on this journey if you:

  • Are navigating transition or seeking fresh clarity

  • Long to reconnect with your inner self and spiritual life

  • Crave time in nature and the simplicity of mindful walking

  • Wish to experience the Camino in a supportive, heart-centered community

  • Are open to self-reflection, laughter, and meaningful conversation

  • Feel called to reignite joy, confidence, and connection

No experience is necessary—only an open heart, a curious spirit, and a willingness to take each step with presence and purpose.

What’s Included

Your Camino journey is thoughtfully supported so you can walk, reflect, and connect without worry:

  • Welcome reception in Porto, Portugal, to meet your fellow pilgrims and begin the journey together

  • Group bus from Porto to Tui and return from Santiago to Porto

  • 12 nights’ accommodations, including your night in Porto and an extra night in Santiago, chosen for comfort and local charm

  • 12 breakfasts and 12 dinners, nourishing body and soul

  • Extra luggage support, so you can travel light and move freely

  • Support vehicle, available if your body needs extra rest

  • Guided daily teachings and reflection practices inspired by The Wisdom Way Method, helping you deepen your connection to your higher self

  • Facilitated group discussions, offering space to share insights, reflections, and the joy of walking in community

What’s Not Included

  • Airfare to and from Portugal

  • Lunches, drinks, and snacks (bagged lunches can be purchased at local restaurants and stores along the route)

  • Travel insurance (required for your safety and peace of mind)

  • Personal expenses

  • Tourist attractions or entry fees

Total Investment: $4,395 CDN

Trip Details

  • Dates: May 14 – 26, 2026

  • Number of Participants: Maximum 12

  • Duration: 13 days (9 walking)

  • Daily Walking Distance: 7–17 km (4–11 miles)

  • Total Distance: 116 km (72 miles)

  • Fitness Level: Moderate

Meet Your Guides

Anita Adams, spiritual guide and author, smiling in a calm and grounded headshot

  • Anita is a bestselling author of Whispers of the Soul and creator of The Wisdom Way, a spiritual practice that empowers individuals to cultivate presence, connect with their inner wisdom, and make conscious choices that create a life of clarity, meaning, and joy. Through her transformational approach, she helps people slow down, listen deeply, and step fully into their potential.

    An award-winning entrepreneur, life and leadership coach, speaker, retreat leader, and podcast host, Anita is passionate about guiding others on journeys of authentic self-discovery and helping them step fully into their potential.

  • Suzanne Dudley Schon is a life and leadership coach, writer, and speaker dedicated to helping people live and lead with clarity, compassion, and purpose. As CEO of CCC Coaching Solutions and Oasis in the Overwhelm LLC, she guides clients to cultivate resilience, reduce stress, and access the calm center within—their own inner oasis. From that grounded space, her clients naturally move toward their goals with integrity, vitality, and joy.

    Suzanne holds a degree in Psychology from Duke University and is a Certified Master Oasis Trainer, Certified Narrative Coach, Reiki (Level II) Practitioner, and is trained in Somatic Experiencing and Vinyasa Yoga (200+ hrs). Her sessions and retreats integrate these modalities to serve the unique unfolding of each person’s journey.

    More than any credential, Suzanne brings a capacity to listen deeply, connect soulfully, and collaborate with compassion and humor—qualities that invite insight, healing, and authentic transformation.

A Journey Remembered

 FAQs

  • We’ll begin our journey in Porto, Portugal, where everyone will stay at the same hotel in the city’s charming historic district. The hotel has not yet been selected, but it will be chosen for its comfort, character, and convenient location.

  • We’ll stay in carefully selected accommodations with en-suite bathrooms, providing a comfortable and welcoming retreat after each day’s walk.

    Rooms are mainly double occupancy, except for the first night in Porto. Single occupancy may be requested for an additional $850 CAD supplement, subject to availability.

  • The total cost for this 13-day adventure is $4.395 CAD.

    This includes primarily double occupancy accommodations and a thoughtfully curated experience designed to make your Camino journey comfortable, meaningful, and memorable.

    Single occupancy may be requested for an additional $850 CAD supplement, subject to availability.

    For a detailed list of what is and is not included, please see the corresponding sections above.

  • There will be vegetarian options for all meals during the Camino. Gluten-free or dairy-free options may be limited due to the nature of local cuisine and accommodations along the route.

    If you have specific dietary restrictions, we recommend bringing any necessary snacks or supplements to ensure your comfort and nourishment throughout the journey. Our team is happy to support you in planning ahead so you can enjoy every step of the pilgrimage.

  • This Camino journey is considered moderate, with daily walking distances ranging from 7 to 18 kilometres. The terrain is mostly gentle, following a mix of dirt roads, stone footpaths, woodland trails, and quiet country lanes, with occasional sections near busier roads as we approach larger towns.

    A reasonable level of fitness and comfort walking for several hours a day will help you enjoy the experience. That said, this pilgrimage is not a race—it’s about presence, connection, and listening to your body. Our support vehicle is always available should you need a rest along the way.

  • We understand that everyone’s body has its own rhythm and limits. A support vehicle will travel with us throughout the journey to carry luggage and offer a comfortable ride to anyone who needs a physical break at any point along the way.

  • Our walk begins in Tui, Spain, a charming town just across the northern Portuguese border. From Porto, we’ll send our luggage ahead with the support vehicle and travel together by coach to Tui—a scenic two-hour journey.

    At the end of our pilgrimage, we’ll take the coach from Santiago de Compostela back to Porto (approximately three hours). The cost of all group travel between these locations is included in your package.

  • You won’t be preparing alone. In the months before our departure, we’ll connect through group Zoom calls to get to know one another and discuss what to expect along the way. You’ll also receive a packing list and access to a private Facebook group where participants can share training tips, inspiration, and insights about the beautiful region we’ll be walking through.

  • Yes, travel insurance is required for this journey. It should include coverage for trip cancellation, medical emergencies, and lost luggage. This ensures peace of mind so you can focus fully on the experience and the inner journey it invites.

Testimonials

  • "Walking the Camino with Anita and Suzanne was a profound turning point for me. After four years of deep solitude following the loss of my closest friend, I had almost forgotten my true nature. This journey helped me reconnect with who I really am—a social being who thrives in connection and feels most alive outdoors. There was something about the rhythm of walking, the beauty of the landscape, and the soulful conversations that gently brought me back to life. I didn’t just rediscover myself—I remembered what it feels like to be fully me. I’m deeply grateful for this experience and the gentle guidance Anita and Suzanne provided along the way."
    ~ Sylvie Clemente

  • “Despite a few blisters, walking the Camino with Anita and Suzanne was an incredibly rewarding experience. I loved the camaraderie—not only within our group but also with the many pilgrims we met along the way. The balance between shared and solo walking time was perfect. I felt supported by the group and the safe, nurturing space Anita and Suzanne created, while also having the freedom to walk ahead on my own. It was during those solo stretches that I found the space to reflect on what I want for the next chapter of my life, and I gained the direction and confidence I needed to take that next step. I wholeheartedly recommend this walk… and definitely recommend bringing walking poles!”
    ~ Cynthia Van Hoof Barthel

  • “Walking the Camino was a journey through landscape and soul. Over six days and 75 miles, I hiked alongside women I didn’t know, yet we became sisters, bonded by shared struggle, laughter, and quiet support. The camaraderie and the way we supported one another was incredibly moving.

    There were so many aspects of the Camino that made this journey truly special. Each day brought a new landscape, with changing flora and fauna that allowed us to experience the countryside in a way most travelers never do.  

    The trail offered beauty and challenge in equal measure: rolling hills, quiet villages, sacred moments. I’ll never forget arriving in Conques and receiving the pilgrims’ blessing at the Abbey after our final day of walking. Something in me shifted—like I had set down more than just my pack.

    The Camino challenged me—physically, emotionally, and mentally—but through it all, I felt immense joy and a deep sense of pride in completing it. It stripped away distractions and reminded me of what matters.

    I’m still unpacking everything the experience offered me, but one powerful realization that emerged was the importance of making myself a greater priority and deepening my practice of self-compassion. It taught me to treat myself with more compassion and to make space for rest, joy, and self-prioritization—not out of indulgence, but as an act of self-respect.

    I came home lighter, stronger, and more awake to my own life.”
    ~ Patty Monahan

  • "The Joyful Journey Retreat [is] such a wonderful experience... The activities, meditations and conversations were engaging and did a great job of facilitating my own personal discoveries and exploration. The group discussions were dynamic and there were fantastic women to connect with to share laughter and tears. Anita offers her unique perspective of her journey and does it with great courage and vibrant enthusiasm. She is a wonderful kind host and I would recommend the Joyful Journey Retreat to many along their own path of discovery."
    ~ Dawn Torroba

  • "Joyful Journey Retreat was an amazing experience. The environment was so pleasant, the meals and hospitality so warm. I can’t say enough about your kindness. A lot of favourite memories, but walking (hiking) through the forest for me, created an incredible sense of awe. I felt like I was greeted with peace listening to the sounds of nature because I was surrounded by it, Thank you so so much Anita for the most wonderful weekend getaway!"
    ~ Suzanne Laqua

  • "Anita is a master in finding and connecting with amazing people and creating magic. I was lucky to join her first Joyful Journey retreat and found answers that I did not know I was looking for. She is a gracious, kind, patient, and insightful host and finds ways to make her guests feel comfortable and open up. I admire how grounded and connected to nature Anita is, she left me inspired"
    ~ Hana Lynn

  • "Anita has a distinct ability to break down complex concepts into practical, actionable steps. Anita gave me a renewed sense of purpose and a toolbox of strategies for navigating personal and professional challenges. Highly recommend Anita for anyone seeking guidance in their journey toward well-being and joy!
    ~ Nora Nnadi