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3-9 September 2026 | Scottish Highlands | Register with $500Wild Writing Adventure Retreat
Trip overview
A mythical journey to spark adventure adventure and reclaim inner wisdom across some of the most powerful landscapes in the world.
Meeting point: Inverness, Thursday 3 September 2026
Departure point: Edinburgh, Wednesday 9 September 2026
Day 1
Arrival in Inverness → Scenic journey to Skye
Our journey begins in Inverness, the cultural capital of the Highlands, where we board the train and begin one of the most scenic rail journeys in Scotland. As we leave the city behind, the landscape quickly transforms into a sweeping panorama of rugged mountains, quiet lochs, ancient forests and vast open moorland.
By late afternoon, we arrive on the Isle of Skye and make our way to Portree. With its pastel-coloured harbour houses, fishing boats bobbing in the bay and crisp sea air, this charming island town welcomes us with the promise of wild landscapes and unforgettable adventures ahead.
Day 2
Old Man of Storr
No trip to Skye would be complete without the Old Man of Storr, perhaps the island’s most iconic landmark. Rising dramatically from the Trotternish Ridge, this jagged pinnacle of rock was formed by an ancient landslide, leaving behind a skyline so striking it’s become a symbol of Skye itself.
Myths tell of a giant who once lived here, and when he died, his thumb remained jutting from the earth — the “Old Man” still keeping watch. The hike up winds through rolling moorland and steep slopes until the rock tower looms above you, with sweeping views across the Sound of Raasay and the islands beyond. A place of legend and geology, of grandeur and grit, the Old Man is as unforgettable as he is unmissable.
Day 3
Fairy Pools and Neist Point
Another of Skye’s unforgettable highlights is the Fairy Pools. Nestled at the foot of the Black Cuillin mountains near Glenbrittle, these crystal-clear cascades and turquoise pools look like something out of a dream. Fed by mountain streams, the water is so pure you can see every stone glimmering beneath the surface. Legend has it the pools are enchanted, home to fairies who once danced in their mist. Today, brave souls dip into the icy water for a wild swim, while the rest of us simply marvel at the colours, reflections, and sheer magic of the place.
Later in the day, we journey west to Neist Point Lighthouse, perched at the edge of dramatic sea cliffs. Here, the land falls away into the Atlantic, and the horizon seems endless. The walk out to the lighthouse is windswept and exhilarating, with seabirds wheeling overhead and waves crashing far below. Standing at the very tip of Skye, we find ourselves at a natural place of reflection, a reminder that writing, like travel, often takes us to the edge of the known, where new possibilities open out before us.
Day 4
Fort William
Known as the gateway to Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest peak, Fort William is a bustling Highland town where mountains meet loch. It’s a natural pause point on our journey, a place to refuel, look up at the surrounding peaks, and feel the scale of the landscape that cradles it. Just beyond lies Steall Falls, one of Scotland’s most spectacular waterfalls. A short walk through a dramatic gorge leads to a thundering cascade plunging 120 metres from the mountainside. The path itself feels like a passage into another realm, with wire bridge crossings, wild meadows, and the roar of water guiding the way. It’s a place where raw Highland energy flows freely, both grounding and exhilarating.
Day 5
Ben Nevis or Glen Nevis
Today, we split into two groups, each guided and supported to find their own pace. Those eager for a challenge may choose to summit Ben Nevis, Scotland’s highest and most celebrated peak. Rising from sea level to 4,409 feet (1,344 m), this is a bold, demanding climb, and an unforgettable achievement.
For those who prefer a steadier rhythm, the alternative route leads us into the lower reaches of Glen Nevis, through wild meadows, ancient woodland, and on to the dramatic Steall Falls. This rugged glen has stolen the spotlight in films from Braveheart to Harry Potter, its cinematic beauty as stirring in person as it is on screen.
Day 6
Fort William→ Edinburgh
Our journey ends in Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital and the world’s first UNESCO City of Literature. Cobbled streets wind beneath the gaze of the castle, and every corner seems steeped in story, from the closes and wynds of the Old Town to the elegant Georgian terraces of the New. Writers have long found inspiration here: Sir Walter Scott, Robert Louis Stevenson, J.K. Rowling, and countless others who wove the city’s moods and myths into their words.
For us, it’s the perfect place to close our retreat. After days immersed in wild landscapes, we return to a city built on imagination and storytelling. Here we gather for our final evening, reflecting on the words we’ve written, the paths we’ve walked, and the stories we’ll carry home. Edinburgh is more than an ending, it’s an invitation to keep writing the next chapter.
Reconnect with your body and mind as you escape the noise of everyday life.
Day OneArrive & Meet
As everyone arrives, we take time to settle in, get comfortable, and begin connecting with those around us. The journey starts here.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
Day TwoSet Intentions & Reflect
Together, we pause to consider our goals, hopes, and direction. This is about aligning with ourselves and with the journey ahead. This is a chance to reconnect with what brought you here—your questions, your hopes, your turning points—and consider how they’ve shifted or deepened.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
Day ThreeLook Forward & Wrap Up
We explore the possibilities beyond this moment, making space for growth, action, and forward momentum. As we end our time together, we honor the experience, the growth, and the connections made along the way.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
How It Works-
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Sign up and pay all required fees to reserve your spot. If plans change, you can cancel up to 14 days before the retreat start to receive a 50% refund.
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After booking, we'll send you a Welcome Packet with everything you need to know—detailed schedules, packing list recommendations, add-ons to consider, and more.
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Now all that's left to do is pack your bags and get excited for your new adventure.