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Malaga ’ s most famous native artist ) and a visit to a cofradia ( religious brotherhood ) for an introduction to a unique local tradition — the construction of elaborate tronos or “ thrones ,” which are hoisted upon the shoulders of the faithful during Holy Week processions . This afternoon , enjoy a Home- Hosted Lunch with a local family .

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DAY 10 • Explore Tangier , Morocco • Visit the Darna Association This morning , enjoy a city tour of Tangier . We ’ ll drive by the Royal Palace , kasbah , and Old Medina and discover the charm of this old walled city . We ’ ll also experience the energy of the souk ( market ) as we mingle with the locals among the stalls containing aromatic spices , colorful produce , exotic butchery , and handicrafts . Then , we ’ ll visit the Darna Association , a local organization dedicated to the empowerment of Moroccan women . We ’ ll learn about the association ’ s work during an included lunch .

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DAY 11 • Explore Tetouan Discover Tetouan , a UNESCO World Heritage Site . We ’ ll visit the Royal Palace ( which the royal family still inhabits ), walk through the lively medina , then stop at an artisan shop to observe local craftsmen at work . After lunch , we return to Tangier .

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DAY 12 • Discover Casablanca • Cooking class Explore Casablanca on an included tour , which will take us to the Hassan II Mosque , one of the most splendid mosques in the world . We ’ ll also visit the city market to mingle with locals as they go about their daily business , before heading to a local restaurant for a crash course in Moroccan cooking and an included lunch .

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DAY 13 • Safi • A Day in the Life of a local village • Home-Hosted Lunch From our berth in Safi , we ’ ll drive into the countryside to spend A Day in the Life of a local village , where we ’ ll join a family for a tour of their home , and help out with some hands-on activities around the house , such as tending to livestock , preparing a meal in the kitchen , or making pottery . We ’ ll also enjoy a Home- Hosted Lunch for an afternoon of authentic cuisine and cultural exchange .

B , L , D — M / V Corinthian

DAY 14 • Explore Marrakesh Tour the bustling streets of Marrakesh , including the markets of the medina and souk , as well as the Koutoubia minaret , the tallest structure of the city . We ’ ll also visit the Ben Youssef Madrasa , which was once the largest Koranic school in North Africa .

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DAY 15 • Agadir • Explore Paradise Valley Our ship docks in the resort town of Agadir today , from which we ’ ll board 4X4 vehicles and drive out into the foothills of the High Atlas Mountains to visit Paradise Valley , a lush oasis replete with palm trees , waterfalls , and mountain gorges . En route to the oasis , we ’ ll visit a botanical garden ; upon arrival at Paradise Valley , we ’ ll set out for a gentle hike along the mountain trails before returning to our ship .

B , L , D — M / V Corinthian

DAY 16 • Day at sea We ’ ll spend a full day at sea as we sail to Madeira .

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DAY 17 • Disembark ship in Madeira , Portugal

• Explore Funchal We ’ ll disembark the ship and say farewell to the crew in the autonomous Portuguese archipelago of Madeira . Then , we ’ ll explore the capital city of

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Madeira with a local guide , including the Old Town , the city farmers ’ market , and one of the oldest wineries on the island .

B , D — Hotel in Funchal

DAY 18 • Levada walk • Village excursion We ’ ll begin this morning with a walk along a levada , a man-made irrigation channel dating back to the 16th century and designed to support local agriculture . Then we ’ ll drive off the beaten path in 4x4 vehicles to visit the remote villages of the island countryside .

B , D — Hotel in Funchal

DAY 19 • Return to U . S . Transfer to the airport for your flight home , or begin your post-trip extension .

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Portugal : Aveiro & Porto

POST-TRIP : 6 nights from $ 1395 Only $ 233 per night

We recommend that you Arrive Early , Stay Later

We strongly recommend you take advantage of this extra time to relax or explore more in depth before or after your trip .

• Arrive early in Segovia before your Spain pre-trip extension

• Arrive early in Lisbon for your main trip

• Conclude your main trip with more time in Funchal

• Remain in Porto after your Portugal post-trip extension

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