"Anna" Inspired Turkey Tours 2026
These tours follow in the footsteps, journeys, and experiences of Anna (the grandmother of Jesus) and other characters depicted in the books Anna, Grandmother of Jesus by Claire Heartsong and Anna, the Voice of the Magdalenes by Claire Heartsong and Catherine Ann Clemett.
Join with Catherine Ann Clemett and others on these deeply spiritual tours embracing Magdalene and Essene wisdom. Receive teachings, attunements, and activations to help deepen your understanding of the Christ-Magdalene drama 2000 years ago as well as obtaining deeper insight into the centuries of preparation leading up to it and how it may be relevant for you.
Walk the Oldest Temples · Weave Magdalene & Sufi Remembrance
From Ephesus to Göbekli Tepe, trace the spine of early civilization with sacred practice, story, and discovery.
Photo Glimpses – Turkey
Turkey Itinerary at a Glance
(Days 0–3)
Istanbul
- Topkapi, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Cistern
- Grand Bazaar & evening Bosphorus cruise
- “Seeding the Light” workshop
(Days 4–5)
Bursa & Iznik/Nicaea
- Green Mosque & Tomb
- Thermal pools & traditional hammam
- Council of Nicaea sites
(Days 6–7)
Pergamon → Kuşadası
- Asklepion healing center
- Red Basilica; coastal stay
(Day 8)
Ephesus
- Great Theatre, Marble Road, Library of Celsus
- Temple of Artemis & Ephesus Museum
- House of the Virgin Mary
(Day 9)
Priene–Miletus–Didyma → Pamukkale
- Ionian city triad
- Oracle of Apollo at Didyma
(Day 10)
Aphrodisias–Laodicea–Hierapolis
- Archaeological highlights
- Travertine terraces & Cleopatra’s Pool
(Days 11–12)
Konya & Çatalhöyük
- Rumi’s tomb & Dervish museum
- Neolithic Çatalhöyük
(Days 13–15)
Cappadocia & Tyana
- Rock-cut monasteries & sunrise balloons
- Göreme & Zelve · Avanos pottery
(Day 16)
Gaziantep
- Zeugma Mosaic Museum
- Roman castle & spice markets
(Day 17)
Mt. Nemrut → Urfa
- Antiochus’ sanctuary · Cendere bridge
(Day 18)
Göbekli Tepe & Karahan Tepe
- Oldest known temple sites
- Evening with museum director (TBC)
(Day 19)
Harran & Urfa
- Beehive houses & Abrahamic heritage
- Haleplibahçe & Urfa Museums · Completion dinner
(Days 20–21)
Return via Istanbul
- Urfa → Istanbul flight · Depart home
Turkey FAQ - Click on the + sign for answers.
What are the dates and prices?
Turkey Tour 1: Sept 19 – Oct 11, 2026 · Turkey Tour 2: Oct 14 – Nov 5, 2026 · From $6,990 pp (dbl) · $1,990 single supplement.
What's included?
Domestic flights (Cairo–Aswan, Luxor–Cairo); entrances & guiding; Lake Nasser + Nile cruise segments; private transfers; lodging; many meals. Bring ~$200 cash pp for tips/baksheesh.
What's not included?
Beverages, optional experiences (e.g., Sound & Light, extra tombs), international flights/insurance.
Tour Specifics
Click below for more detailed information on sites, hotels, events, and spiritual activations/sessions with Catherine Ann Clemett.
Click here for Turkey Tour 1 / Sept 19-Oct 11, 2026
Click here for Turkey Tour 2 / Oct 14-Nov 5, 2026
Reserve a Place
If you have questions or would like more information please email Janet Hay at annatoursjanet@
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