A Spiritual Journey to Damanhur &
The Enchanting Piedmont Region
Experience Damanhur & The Temples of Humankind
Visit Turin’s Egyptian Treasures & Other Ancient Sacred Sites
Picture from The Temples Of Humankind
May 24th – May 31st, 2026
8 Days & 7 Nights
$ 3,295 per person
Optional: Extend your visit and depart on June 2nd ~ Participate in a Mystery School Workshop or Schedule Selfic Treatments
(not included in base price)
Stained Glass from the Temples Of Humankind at Damanhur
Your Guide – Shoco (Jennifer) Evanko
Shoco is a Soul Mentor and Human Potentialist whose work is grounded in a lifetime of exploring consciousness, guiding others to their deeper wisdom, and cultivating experiences that awaken what is most authentic and alive within.
She has led many intimate groups to Damanhur over the years, forming lasting relationships with the community and the Temples of Humankind. Her connection is not only personal—it is experiential and collaborative. Those who travel with her often say they feel “invited into the field” rather than simply taken on a tour.
Shoco weaves ancient wisdom with modern spiritual practice, blending presence, poetic insight, and grounded guidance. She knows the sacred sites not just as locations, but as living portals of transformation. Her unique way of “holding the journey” creates an atmosphere of discovery, connection, and inner activation.
Warm, attentive, and profoundly committed to the unfolding of human potential, Shoco does more than lead a trip—she curates an experience. With her as your guide, this journey becomes a co-created adventure into one of the world’s most extraordinary spiritual communities… and into deeper layers of your own consciousness.
About This Journey
Join us on this intimate, small-group retreat to one of the most magical places on Earth—a destination that has been called “a laboratory for the future of humankind.”
Damanhur is a UN award-winning sustainable eco-community based upon ethical and spiritual values, renowned worldwide for its artistic brilliance, spiritual research, and innovative social experiments. Nestled in the Piedmont Alps between Turin and Aosta, this federation of communities has created something truly extraordinary: a living example of how humanity can evolve through creativity, consciousness, and connection to the natural world.
Your journey will immerse you in Damanhur’s most remarkable creations—from the legendary underground Temples of Humankind (a hand-carved cathedral of eight magnificent halls) to the Sacred Woods with its brilliantly colored serpentine labyrinths. You’ll experience their groundbreaking Music of the Plants technology, where the plants bio-electrical signals are converted to music to actually hear trees and plants singing in real-time. You’ll explore Selfica, Damanhur’s unique technology that transmits inter-dimensional energies for healing and transformation.
Beyond Damanhur itself, you’ll venture into the magical Piedmont region with expert guide Crotalo Sesamo—visiting Turin’s world-renowned Egyptian Museum (the oldest collection of Egyptian antiquities in existence), the breathtaking Sacra di San Michele (the mountaintop abbey that inspired Umberto Eco’s “The Name of the Rose”), and the mysterious Devil’s Bridge with its deep historical significance to Damanhur’s founding. This journey combines profound inner transformation with cultural richness, natural beauty, and the warmth of authentic Italian hospitality. Prepare to be transformed by an experience that awakens something profound within you.
Pre-Trip Wisdom Gatherings (Optional Bonus Experience)
Preparing the Inner Journey Before the Outer One Begins
As a special part of this pilgrimage, you will be invited to take part in three optional Wisdom Gatherings—a signature group mentoring process developed by Shoco Evanko and offered exclusively to small, intimate groups.
These gatherings are designed to weave the group field, awaken deeper receptivity, and subtly attune us to the transformational energy we will meet at Damanhur. Rather than discussing logistics, these sessions prepare the inner traveler—opening space for insight, coherence, and connection before we set foot on Italian soil.
Each Wisdom Gathering will include reflective dialogue and an immersive Meta Journey (a guided experiential meditation), created in real time in response to the group’s energy. This process is highly adaptive and evolves organically—shaped by the individuals present and informed by what is emerging.
While every session is unique, the Wisdom Gatherings are intended to:
- Support inner alignment and clarify intention for the journey
- Strengthen energetic connection between travelers
- Open participants to subtle ways of perceiving and experiencing
- Begin to attune the group to Damanhur’s field of consciousness
The content is not predetermined. What unfolds will emerge through the collective, guided by resonance, intuition, and the deeper intelligence of the journey itself.
We begin gathering long before we fly.
The Temples of Humankind
One of the most extraordinary highlights of your journey will be visiting and meditating in—the legendary Temples of Humankind.
This great work of art was carved entirely by hand into the living rock in the heart of a mountain in northern Italy. The Temples were consciously built on a meeting point of Synchronic Lines—the cosmic rivers of energy that connect all life across our planet.
The Temples of Humankind are a planetary healing tool, an antenna for individual and collective awakening.
Whatever your mission is, you can connect to the pure spiritual energies we have access to and tap into a new strength.
The Temples are a sacred container of devotion and pure ideals, dedicated to awakening the divine within every human being. This powerful antenna connects you directly to the cosmic rivers of energy that unite all life.
Space is limited! Secure your spot today with a deposit of $595
Sacra di San Michele
Trip Highlights
The Temples of Humankind – Experience one of the world’s most extraordinary spiritual sites—eight magnificent halls carved entirely by hand into the living mountain. This underground cathedral connects to the planet’s Synchronic Lines (cosmic rivers of energy) and serves as a planetary healing antenna. You’ll tour all eight halls and spend time in silent meditation, experiencing each hall’s unique vibrational instrument.
Music of the Plants – A Scientific Wonder: Witness Damanhur’s revolutionary research into plant consciousness and communication. Using sophisticated devices that convert the plants bio-electrical signals into music, you’ll actually hear trees and plants “singing” their own unique melodies in real-time. This isn’t metaphor—it’s scientifically measurable plant music that transforms how you perceive the natural world.
Sacred Woods Temple & Serpentine Labyrinths: Walk the brilliantly colored stone labyrinths designed to expand perception and forge new connections between yourself and nature. These ancient tools for consciousness work have been refined by Damanhur’s decades of research into energy, meditation, and transformation.
Turin’s Egyptian Museum with Expert Guide: Explore the world’s oldest museum devoted entirely to ancient Egyptian culture, guided by Crotalo Sesamo—one of Damanhur’s most respected spiritual teachers. Discover the deeper mysteries and connections between ancient Egyptian wisdom and modern consciousness research in one of Europe’s most esoteric cities.
Sacra di San Michele – Mountain Abbey & Pilgrimage Site: Visit the dramatic mountaintop abbey that inspired Umberto Eco’s “The Name of the Rose.” with Crotalo. This powerful sacred site dedicated to Archangel Michael sits on an ancient pilgrimage route stretching over 2,000 kilometers from France to southern Italy, and the spiritual energy here is palpable.
The Devil’s Bridge – A Place of Mystery: Explore this ancient stone bridge in Lanzo Torinese that holds deep magical and historical significance for Damanhur’s founding story. Crotalo will share the secrets and legends that make this seemingly simple bridge a portal to understanding Damanhur’s origins.
Selfica – Consciousness Technology: Learn about Damanhur’s unique contribution to healing and transformation—Selfic devices that transmit inter-dimensional energies through specially designed metal structures and alchemically prepared inks. Experience Selfic Cabin therapies designed to enhance health, heighten sensitivity, and improve mental and physical balance.
Intimate Q&A Sessions with Crotalo Sesamo: Engage directly with one of Damanhur’s master teachers, a spiritual researcher who has lived in the community for over 37 years and was personally trained by Damanhur’s visionary founder, Falco Tarassaco. His wisdom, insight, and deep knowledge create rich dialogues that illuminate Damanhur’s philosophy and practices.
Piedmont Alps Natural Beauty & Italian Culture: Experience the stunning landscapes, authentic Italian hospitality, delicious regional cuisine, and the magic of northern Italy’s enchanting Piedmont region—a perfect complement to your inner journey of transformation.
Trip Cost and Booking Details
- Price: Double Occupancy–$3,295 per person
- Deposit: $595 per person to reserve. See below for payment details.
- For questions: John Evanko at 724-312-1754 or email: john@jenniferevanko.com
Damanhur Community at the Open Temple
Itinerary – Proposed Schedule. Synchronic Changes Can Occur.
May 24 – May 31, 2026
Day 1 – Sunday, May 24th: Welcome to Italy
Arrival at Milan Malpensa International Airport
Your magical journey begins the moment you land! We will meet you at the airport to greet you warmly and escort you to your comfortable accommodations in the heart of Damanhur. As the sun sets over the Piedmont Alps, we’ll gather for a welcome dinner—a perfect opportunity to meet your fellow travelers, share in the excitement of the adventure ahead, and begin connecting with the unique energy of this remarkable place.
Welcome Dinner Included:
Day 2 – Monday, May 25th: Discovering Damanhur
Morning: Visit to DAMJL and Damanhur Crea
Begin your immersion into Damanhur with a guided tour of the community’s central territory. At Damjl, weather permitting, you’ll have the opportunity to walk the mesmerizing stone labyrinths—powerful tools designed to expand your perception and forge new connections between yourself and the natural world. This ancient practice of labyrinth walking has been used for millennia to quiet the mind and open the heart. Afterward, we’ll explore Damanhur Crea, where you’ll discover the community’s artistic creations and innovative technologies.
Afternoon: Visit to the Temples of Humankind
This afternoon, you’ll enter the extraordinary Temples of Humankind—gloriously detailed and far more than a mere work of artistic achievement. The Temples serve as a direct pathway for reawakening the divine spark within each person. During your guided tour through the magnificent halls, you’ll discover why this underground cathedral is considered a living conduit that connects to the planet’s energy traveling via the Synchronic Lines. Each hall tells a story, each space holds a specific vibration, and the entire structure works together as a cosmic antenna for transformation.
Day 3 – Tuesday, May 26th: Sacred Woods & Music of the Plants Experience
Morning & Afternoon: Immersion in Nature’s Intelligence
Today’s journey takes you deep into one of Damanhur’s most enchanting spaces—the Sacred Woods Temple. You’ll receive an in-depth exploration of the history and development of this mystical outdoor sanctuary with its brilliantly colored serpentine stone labyrinths. Learn the ancient wisdom behind these labyrinths, how they’re used, and the profound effects they create on consciousness as you walk the paths and meditations.
The day includes an unforgettable introduction to the Music of the Plants—Damanhur’s groundbreaking research into plant intelligence and communication. By translating the bio-electrical signals of plants, you’ll actually hear trees and plants “singing” their own unique melodies. This isn’t metaphor—it’s real, scientifically measurable plant music that will forever change how you perceive the natural world.
Lunch is included
Damanhur Sacred Woods
Day 4 – Wednesday, May 27th: Magic of Turin & Egyptian Mysteries
All Day: Guided Tour with Crotalo Sesamo
Today, you’ll be guided by Crotalo Sesamo—one of Damanhur’s most respected teachers and spiritual researchers—through the magical city of Turin and its crown jewel: the Egyptian Museum. This isn’t an ordinary museum visit. Turin is known as one of the world’s most esoteric cities, and the city pulses with mysterious energy.
The Egyptian Museum houses the world’s oldest collection devoted entirely to ancient Egyptian culture, and Crotalo will reveal the deeper mysteries and connections between ancient Egyptian wisdom and Damanhur’s spiritual research. Discover how these ancient civilizations understood energy, consciousness, and the nature of reality itself.
Day 5 – Thursday, May 28th: Sacra di San Michele & Devil’s Bridge
All Day: Sacra di San Michele & Devil’s Bridge with Crotalo Sesamo
Prepare for a journey through time and legend. The Sacra di San Michele stands as a symbol of the Piedmont region—a magnificent abbey perched dramatically on a mountain peak that inspired Umberto Eco’s masterpiece, “The Name of the Rose.”
This sacred site, dedicated to the Archangel Michael (defender of the Christian people), is part of an ancient pilgrimage route stretching over 2,000 kilometers from Saint-Michel in France to Monte Sant’Angelo in southern Italy. The energy here is palpable and powerful.
On our return journey, we’ll visit the Devil’s Bridge in Lanzo Torinese—a place of deep historical and magical significance to Damanhur’s founding story. This ancient stone bridge has witnessed centuries of mystery and holds secrets that Crotalo will share with you.
Day 6 – Friday, May 29th: Selfica & Personal Exploration
Morning: Introduction to Selfica
Discover one of Damanhur’s most unique contributions to consciousness technology: Selfica. This fascinating discipline involves the transmission of inter-dimensional energies through specially designed metal structures and alchemically prepared inks and paints. These “selfic” devices are designed to enhance health and well-being, heighten sensitivity, and improve mental and physical balance. You’ll learn how these tools work and how they might support your own journey of personal transformation.
Afternoon: Time for Therapies and Shopping in Damanhur Crea
This afternoon is yours to personalize your experience. You might choose to receive a healing session in one of Damanhur’s Selfic Cabin therapies, browse the beautiful, handcrafted items and spiritual tools available at Damanhur Crea, or simply relax and integrate the profound experiences of the past days. This is your time to follow your intuition and explore what calls to you.
Day 7 – Saturday, May 30th: Silent Meditation & Integration
Morning: Silent Meditation in the Temples of Humankind
Return to the sacred halls of the Temples for a profoundly different experience. This morning’s silent meditation allows you to connect with each hall’s unique energy through its specific musical instrument. Unlike your first visit’s guided tour, this contemplative practice invites you to experience the Temples at a deeper, more personal level. The carefully designed acoustics and the resonance of each hall’s instrument create a sonic environment that facilitates meditation, healing, and spiritual awakening. This is your opportunity to fully absorb and integrate the temple’s transformative energies.
Afternoon: Q&A with Crotalo Sesamo
Gather for an intimate question-and-answer session with Crotalo Sesamo. After days of extraordinary experiences, you’ll likely have questions about Damanhur’s philosophy, practices, research, and vision for the future. This is your chance to deepen your understanding, clarify insights, and explore topics that have emerged during your journey. Crotalo’s wisdom, humor, and deep knowledge create a rich dialogue that often becomes one of the most memorable parts of the trip.
Day 8 – Sunday, May 31st: Farewell & Departure
Departure to Milan Malpensa International Airport
As your transformative journey comes to a close, we’ll help you check out from your accommodations and arrange comfortable transportation to Milan Malpensa International Airport. You’ll depart with a heart full of memories, a mind expanded by new perspectives, and a spirit touched by the magic of Damanhur—carrying these gifts back into your daily life.
Payment Information:
Journey to Northern Italy – May 24 – May 31st, 2026
Total Trip Investment: $3,295 per person
To make this transformative journey more accessible, we offer a convenient payment plan:
Initial Deposit: $595 non refundable due at time of booking to secure your space
Monthly Payments: Three automatic monthly payments of $900 each
Final Payment Due: All payments must be completed by April 1, 2026
This payment schedule ensures your spot is reserved while allowing you to spread the investment over several months.
Cancellation Policy:
We understand that unexpected circumstances can arise. Our cancellation policy is designed to be fair while protecting the commitments we make to secure your place on this journey.
Cancellation More Than 90 Days Before Departure:
Full refund of all payments made, minus the $595 non refundable deposit.
Cancellation Between 61-90 Days Before Departure:
50% of the total amount you have paid minus the non refundable deposit, is refundable.
Cancellation Within 60 Days of Departure:
No refund available. Transfers to another person is allowable.
Important Notes
Travel Insurance: We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance at the time of booking to protect your investment. Comprehensive travel insurance can cover trip cancellation, interruption, medical emergencies, and other unforeseen circumstances.
Deposit: The $595 initial deposit is nonrefundable.
Payment Schedule: 3 Monthly payments of $900 each will be automatically processed according to the schedule provided at booking. All payments must be completed by April 1, 2026.
Trip Date: Arrival in Italy is May 24, 2026. Departure is May 31st or June 2nd if staying for the optional course or selific treatments.
Optional Mystery School Course on May 31st and June 1st, 2026
Additional $795 per person (includes 2 additional nights’ accommodation and all course materials). Contact John Evanko if interested in a course. Course TBD ~ will be selected after discussions with interested participants.
What’s Included
Your journey includes:
- Jennifer “Shoco” Evanko as your personal guide on the journey
- All programs and guided experiences as outlined in the itinerary
- Two exclusive off-site guided tours with Crotalo Sesamo (Egyptian Museum in Turin and Sacra di San Michele)
- Round-trip transfers between Milan Malpensa Airport and Damanhur
- All transportation to activities and excursions during the program
- Seven nights’ accommodation in comfortable guesthouse rooms (based on double occupancy)
- Welcome dinner at arrival
- Lunch during the Sacred Woods Day experience
What’s Not Included
Please budget separately for:
- International flight tickets to and from Italy
- Pre-trip or post-trip hotel stays (if you choose to arrive early or stay later)
- Most meals (allowing you the flexibility to explore local restaurants and cafés)
- Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, shopping, drinks, etc.
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Any items not specifically mentioned in the inclusions
OPTIONAL ADD-ON ~
Extend Your Journey with a Mystery School Course
We will choosse a course when closer to the date based on the participants. Course topics include, Re awakening the Inner Senses, Contact the Cosmos as examples.
Dates: Sunday, May 31st & Monday, June 1st, 2026
Departure: Tuesday, June 3rd, 2026
Investment: $795 per person
For those ready to go deeper, extend your stay for a powerful two-day Mystery School Course.
Questions & Booking
Ready to embark on this life-changing adventure? Have questions about the journey, accommodations, or what to expect?
Contact John Evanko:
Phone: 724-312-1754
Email: john@jenniferevanko.com
Space is Limited – Reserve Your Spot Today!
This intimate journey is intentionally kept small to ensure a deeply personal experience. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore one of the world’s most extraordinary spiritual communities and discover the magic that awaits in the Temples of Humankind and the Esoteric wonders of the region.
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