Camino Walking Retreat

Sept. 22 - 27, 2026

Next Chapter Accelerator: Camino Walking Retreat

September 22-27, 2026 | Limited to 10 leaders | Register by Jan. 31, 2026 for early-bird rate

Walk into Your Future: Navigate Your Next Chapter with Clarity, Courage, and Community

The Camino Walking Retreat is a six-day leadership journey along Spain's Camino de Santiago for purpose-driven, accomplished women ready to design their next chapter.

This is a strategic immersion for leaders who have built significant careers and are now asking, "What do I truly want for this next phase of my life - personally and professionally?"

Through guided reflection while walking and talking on an ancient pilgrimage route, a cohort of like-minded women gains clarity, courage, and renewed purpose for their next chapter.

This retreat is designed for leaders who are

Executives who want to take their impact to the next level
Deciding what they want out of their “next big job”
Transitioning in the coming years to a portfolio career, active retirement, or simply down-gearing
Exiting their companies and deciding “what’s next?”

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Program Fee and Application

Early-bird cost per person: USD 6,995

Available until Jan. 31, 2026 (Regular price USD 7,995)

Includes

Five nights of accommodation single rooms with private bathroom
Five dinners and breakfasts, four lunches
Daily bag transport
Workshop materials
Guided tour of the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela and entrance fees

Not included

Airfare to Santiago to Compostela, airport transfers
Travel Insurance
Only 10 places available. Apply and secure your place by Jan. 31, 2025.

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Itinerary: Sept 22 - 27, 2026

Day 1: Arrival Day to Explore Santiago

Settle into your four star hotel room walking distance to historic Santiago de Compostella, a place that has been welcoming visitors for hundreds of years.

Welcome dinner in the heart of Santiago.

Day 2: Clarify Your Values and Visit the Cathedral

Workshop: Dig Deep into Your Sources of Inspiration. What strengths and lessons will you take from your past into your next chapter? What will you leave behind?

Guided walking tour of Cathedral of Santiago de Compostella.

Opening Dinner of Galician delicacies in the old town.

Day 3: Identify Your Priorities and Set Out on the Camino

Workshop: Find Your Compass

What is most important to you now? How will you define success in your next chapter?

Walk from Santiago to a charming Bed & Breakfast off the beaten path with lunch stop.

Optional: Unwind from your day of walking with an optional 30-minute gentle yoga session.

Wrap up the day with a delicious private dining experience in a 100 year old former farmhouse.

Day 4: Envision Possibilities and Explore Pathways

Workshop: What If? Give yourself permission to dream. What would you do if you knew you couldn't fail? What paths have you dismissed too quickly?

Walk to a picturesque coastal town, enjoying a river-side picnic lunch en route.

Optional: Unwind from your day of walking with a 30-minute gentle yoga session.

Explore the coastal town of Cee. Reflect on the day over a delicious dinner feasting on fresh-caught local seafood.

Day 5: Act and Integrate

Workshop: First Steps Forward
Identify the specific actions and experiments you'll embark on to move toward your vision. Create a concrete roadmap with accountability measures.

Walk the final stretch. Integrate insights and prepare for re-entry all the way to the lighthouse of Finisterre. Honor the journey you've shared and the clarity you've gained. Leave behind what no longer serves you.

Optional: Unwind from your day of walking with a 30-minute gentle yoga session.

Celebratory meal together at a Michelin starred restaurant with stunning views of the dramatic North Atlantic coastline.

Day 6: Departure

Enjoy a delicious breakfast in a beautiful setting before saying farewell to new friends. Depart Finisterre - approximately one hour from Santiago de Compostela airport and train station.

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FAQs

Can I extend my stay in Spain before or after the retreat?

Absolutely. Many participants arrive a few days early in Madrid or stay afterward to explore Northern Spain and/or Portugal. We can provide recommendations. If coming from another time zone, arriving two days early in Europe to get over jetlag is recommended. WILD has a preferred travel agent familiar with travel to Spain who we can connect you to.

What's the weather like in late September?

Generally pleasant. Daytime temperatures typically range from 15-22°C (60-72°F). We can expect drizzle at some point during the trip. We recommend layers and rain gear just in case.

Is this retreat religiously affiliated?

No. While the Camino de Santiago is a Catholic pilgrimage route, our retreat is secular and welcomes people of all faiths and beliefs.

What if I need to cancel?

50% refunds available up until Dec. 31, 2025. After that deposits are non-refundable. Full cancellation policy provided upon acceptance.

Do I need to speak Spanish?

No. All facilitation is in English, and the facilitators will assist with any necessary translation during the retreat.

Will there be time for personal reflection, or is it all group activities?

The schedule balances solo walking time, paired conversations, small group dialogue, and full group workshops. Generally, when walking, people will alternate walking in conversation and walking while enjoying some individual reflective time. You'll have ample space for personal reflection.

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The Power of Walking and Reflection

Movement changes thinking. When we walk side by side, our brains engage differently. Ideas flow. Defenses soften. Clarity emerges.

Research shows that walking:

Enhances creative problem-solving
Reduces anxiety and creates mental space for reflection
Facilitates deeper, more authentic conversation
Allows the body to process what the mind is working through

On this retreat, walking is not incidental. It's integral. For three days, you'll walk on the Camino, with intentional reflection prompts, guided exercises, and ample time for conversation with your cohort.

You'll alternate between: