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1 NSAC Travel eyond the each presents... Classic Cities & Moorish Traditions of Iberia & Morocco Portugal: Lisbon, Portimao Morocco: Casablanca, Tangier Gibraltar Spain: Seville, Malaga aboard our privately owned, 98-passenger ship exclusively for American travelers 10 days including international airfare from Jacksonville from 5815 $ Additional departure cities are available OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS MAXIMIZE YOUR VALUE Lisbon, Portugal: 3 nights from $695 Malaga, Spain: 3 nights from $695 Sagres Atlantic Ocean Arrival/ Departure Optional Extension Cruise Route Motor Route Total Cruising 843 nm Distance (1,561 km) It s Included Lisbon (Also Optional Extension) PORTUGAL Lagos Portimao Accommodations: 7 nights aboard the Corinthian, and 1 night at the First-Class Monte Malaga Hotel or similar in Malaga, Spain 24 meals, including Captain's Welcome and Farewell receptions and dinners: 8 breakfasts, 8 lunches, and 8 dinners (and beverages including beer, wine, and soft drinks during all onboard lunches and dinners) Casablanca 12 exclusive, included tours with personal headsets: Lisbon Sagres Lagos Casablanca Hassan II Mosque Habous medina Tangier Gibraltar St. Michael's Cave Seville Macarena Malaga Exclusive Discovery Series events: Portuguese language lesson Moroccan Arabic language lesson Village visit with Home-Hosted Lunch Triana Market Airport transfers upon arrival and departure with the purchase of Grand Circle's airfare S P A I N Guadalquivir Seville Gibraltar Tangier Asilah Mediterranean Sea MOROCCO All port charges Malaga (Also Optional Extension) A L G E R I A Gratuities for local guides and motorcoach drivers on your main trip aggage handling for 1 piece of luggage per person, including tips 5% Frequent Traveler Credit applicable towards your next Grand Circle trip an average of $322 Expert, Resident Program Directors We are the only cruise company to provide the exclusive services of a dedicated Program Director from the beginning of your main trip to the end Discover the insights that only a native or resident of your destination can provide to your group of no more than 25 travelers Enrich your experiences through their expertise, from answering questions to offering recommendations for free time Your Itinerary April 2017 PRE-TRIP OPTION: 3 NIGHTS IN LISON, PORTUGAL DAY DESTINATION/HOTEL ARRIVE DEPART 1 Fly U.S. Lisbon, Portugal Cruise Schedule 2 Arrive Lisbon Embark ship 3 Lisbon, Portugal 5pm 4 Portimao Sagres Lagos 8am 10am 11:30am Please mention this code when booking: G am 11am 3pm 5 Casablanca, Morocco 8am 6pm 6 Tangier 8am 9pm 7 Gibraltar 2am 6pm 8 Seville, Spain 8am 5pm Land Tour 9 Malaga Disembark ship Monte Malaga Hotel or similar 10 Fly Malaga U.S. 10am POST-TRIP OPTION: 3 NIGHTS IN MALAGA, SPAIN Itinerary Learn more about hotel ratings on the web at

2 Your Itinerary Day 1 Depart U.S. Depart today on your flight to Lisbon, Portugal. Or begin your discoveries early with our pre-trip extension to Lisbon, Portugal. Day 2 Arrive Lisbon, Portugal Embark ship. Arrive in Lisbon, Portugal, where a Grand Circle representative will meet you at the airport and assist with your transfer to the harbor where you ll embark the Corinthian, your home for the next seven nights. Onboard, you ll meet your fellow travelers during an included lunch..this evening, toast to the discoveries ahead during a Welcome riefing, followed by dinner onboard. L,D Corinthian Day 3 Lisbon, Portugal Welcome Dinner. Today, you will enjoy a full day of discoveries in Lisbon. In the late 15th century, the port of Lisbon was the staging point for Portuguese explorations that would usher in the great Age of Discovery and make Lisbon the richest European capital until the 19th century. The immense riches brought back ushered in a period of expansion that gave birth to the new Manueline architectural style. You ll see the examples of this ornate architecture in a panoramic tour of Lisbon with photo stops in the historic section of elem..next, enjoy a short walk through Alfama, Lisbon s oldest neighborhood. Then, enjoy an included lunch at a local restaurant..after returning to the ship, you ll enjoy a Welcome Dinner with your fellow travelers.,l,d Corinthian Day 4 Portimao Portuguese lesson Sagres Lagos. The Corinthian anchors this morning in Portimao, a city on the Algarve known for its sailing culture. While aboard ship this morning, enjoy a Portuguese language lesson that will introduce you to some of the most useful phrases and expressions..later, you ll disembark to visit Sagres, often called The End of the World, because it is not only the most southwesterly locale in Portugal but the last slip of land in continental Europe. Here, you ll explore the Fortress of Sagres, which Henry the Navigator, as part of his quest to position Portugal as a vanguard in world exploration, constructed in the 16th century to defend the important shipping lanes..next, we ll depart for Lagos, a town with a long maritime history. After a walking tour, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant..enjoy dinner onboard this evening.,l,d Corinthian Day 5 Casablanca, Morocco Arabic lesson. Anchoring in Casablanca, your Moroccan discoveries begin. Enjoy a lesson in the version of Arabic that you will hear spoken throughout this portion of your trip..this morning, get to know Casablanca during an included walking tour. Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Casablanca boomed from a small hamlet in 1515 to a 20th-century powerhouse under French rule, becoming the heart of Moroccan industry along the way. You ll see this confluence of influences during your tour, including the neo-gothic Casablanca Cathedral and the main square at Place Mohammed V. You ll also witness a source of national pride at the Hassan II Mosque, site of the world s tallest minaret..discover a blend of cultures when you enjoy an included tour of Habous, the new medina (the Arabic word for city), which was designed in 1930 to blend Moroccan market culture with French influences. Pacing What to expect 9 days, with 7 nights aboard the Corinthian; and 1 single-night stay Physical Requirements You must be able to walk 2 miles unassisted and participate in 2 hours of physical activities each day Travelers using mobility aids or with medical conditions that might require immediate attention or evacuation will not be able to board the Corinthian Small Ship Cruising If docked at a pier, gangway incline can be steep Weather conditions and tides may require adjustments to your itinerary Good agility, balance, and strength needed for possible rough seas You must be cleared by a country s local port authorities before disembarking the ship you must wait onboard while this process is completed Climate Daytime temperatures range from F during cruising season Terrain Travel over uneven surfaces, including unpaved paths, steep hills, stairs, and cobblestone Transportation Travel by 33- to 45-passenger coach and 98-passenger small ship Cuisine Meals will be a mix of local specialties and familiar American standards Meals onboard feature a variety of entree options, including vegetarian

3 .The afternoon is yours to continue discovering Casablanca on your own, or to relax onboard. Dinner is included onboard tonight. Day 6 Tangier Home-Hosted Lunch and village visit. After breakfast, you ll depart for the 500-year-old fortified town of Asilah where you will take part in a walking tour. Later, enjoy a Home-Hosted Lunch with a local family..return to Tangier for an included city tour, during which you ll hear a multitude of languages, catch the aroma of exotic spices, and witness the colorful clamor of traditional bazaars and enjoy a panoramic tour of the city s main boulevards. At the Grand Souk, you ll take in the traditional sights and sounds of a medina. This evening, enjoy an included dinner onboard. Day 7 Gibraltar. Today s included tour of Gibraltar begins with a visit to the famed Rock of Gibraltar, a 1,300-foot limestone tower that is literally the stuff of legend, known in ancient times as one of the Pillars of Hercules (the other being located across the Strait of Gibraltar in Morocco).You ll then ascend to St. Michael s Cave, perched 980 feet above the sea. You ll also discover a man-made wonder as you navigate a network of underground military tunnels created by the ritish. Then return to the ship for lunch. Later this afternoon, the day is free for you to enjoy at your own pace. For example, you may choose to ride in a cable car then behold a glimpse of the past as you explore Gibraltar s walls a collection of gates, walls, and bastions surrounding the inner city..this evening, celebrate the last night onboard the Corinthian with a Farewell Dinner..Enjoy an included dinner onboard this evening. Day 9 Malaga. This morning you will bid farewell to the Corinthian and disembark in the port city of Malaga. This morning, we will enjoy a tour of this charming city, beginning with a stop at the magnificent Castillo de Gibralfaro perched high on a hill overlooking the city. This Moorish castle dates back to the tenth century, and served as both fortress and lighthouse for the ancient city. Day 8 Seville, Spain Macarena tour Farewell Dinner. Unlike larger cruise ships, the Corinthian is small enough to sail up the Guadalquivir River and dock right in the heart of Seville, saving you a transfer and arrival by motorcoach. After breakfast, you ll go directly ashore in this city of flowerpots and tapas bars, the birthplace of Don Juan and a favorite for romance-seekers. Enjoy a panoramic tour of the city, including the architectural feat that is Seville Cathedral a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On our way back to the ship for lunch, we ll stop to stroll through Seville s 150year old Triana Market a bustling indoor marketplace..later this afternoon, you ll discover the Macarena section of Seville on a panoramic tour. While here, you will visit one of the most important churches in Spain, the asilica of Nuestra Senora de la Esperanza Macarena (Our Lady of Hope Macarena). The basilica is home to one of the largest, most popular, and most passionate Easter celebrations in the country. Fifty-eight processions with 116 large platforms, or thrones, with life-sized images portraying scenes of the Passion are carried out of the basilica and paraded through the streets. You will be able to view some of these ornate thrones for yourself..after a lunch at a local restaurant, you ll take a walking tour of the city center, followed by a visit to the Picasso Museum. The birthplace of artist Pablo Ruiz Picasso, Malaga was deemed the perfect place to showcase a collection of the famous painter s works..later this afternoon, you will check into your hotel and enjoy some leisure time. Then that evening, you ll set out for dinner at a local tapas restaurant. Typically a wide assortment of appetizers and small plates intended for sharing, tapas is a major component of Spanish culture.,l,d Monte Malaga Hotel or similar Day 10 Malaga Return to U.S. After breakfast, transfer from your hotel to the airport for your flight home. Or begin our post-trip extension for more discoveries of Malaga, Spain. Please note: We reserve the right for our Program Directors to modify participation, or in some circumstances send travelers home if their limitations are impacting the group s experience.

4 Extend your discoveries, maximize your value Lisbon, Portugal 3 nights pre-trip from 695* $ It's Included Accommodations: 3 nights in Lisbon Travel from only $232 per night 5 meals: 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner FREE Single Supplements 4 included tours Exclusive services of a Grand Circle Program Director All transfers Gratuities for local guides and motorcoach drivers on your extension Featured Hotel Day 1 Depart U.S. Depart today on your flight to Lisbon, Portugal. Day 2 Arrive Lisbon, Portugal. Arrive in Lisbon, Portugal, where a Grand Circle representative will meet you at the airport and assist with your transfer to your hotel. This evening, take an orientation walk, then toast to the discoveries ahead during a Welcome Drink, followed by dinner. Day 4 Lisbon Obidos. This morning, you ll discover nearby Obidos, known as the Wedding Present Town because it was the gift of King Dinis to his young bride Isabel on their wedding day. The city s white walls, azulejo tiles, and cobbled streets offer a clear glimpse of the medieval period. After lunch on your own, return to Lisbon for leisure time to explore. D Altis Grand Hotel or similar Altis Grand Hotel or similar Day 3 Lisbon Cascais Sintra. This morning, embark on an included excursion to Sintra and Cascais. egin in Cascais, a one-time humble fishing village that has grown into a lively coastal resort town. Then continue to the Royal Palace in Sintra, dating back to the Middle Ages. Day 5 Lisbon. Discover more of Lisbon today on an included tour. uilt on seven hills, Lisbon has been Portugal s capital since the 13th century. As these hills have long posed a challenge for traversing the city, Lisbon created a municipal transportation system at the end of the 19th century that featured elevadors, urban trams that worked either as funiculars or vertical lifts. Experience an elevador ride for yourself. The balance of the morning is at leisure. During lunch at a local restaurant, you will be serenaded by a traditional fado singer. Fado is Portugal s version of the blues both mournful and beautiful to hear. Later, return to Lisbon, where the balance of your day is at leisure.,l Altis Grand Hotel or similar This afternoon, return to your hotel where you will transfer to the pier and begin the main portion of your trip. To learn more about this extension including itinerary details, optional tours, accommodations, and more, visit us online at Altis Grand Hotel (Superior First Class) Lisbon, Portugal Rising 13 stories over the cultural heart of Lisbon, with views of St. George s Castle, the Superior First-Class Altis Grand Hotel has a stylish, contemporary feel. Facilities include an indoor swimming pool, penthouse-level restaurant and lounge, and fitness club. Your airconditioned room features cable TV, minibar, refrigerator, safe, and private bath with hair dryer. Please note: Select departures feature similar accommodations. This extension may not be available on all departures. Additional taxes and fees apply. Ask your Travel Counselor for details.

5 Extend your discoveries, maximize your value Malaga, Spain 3 nights post-trip from 695* $ It's Included Accommodations: 3 nights in Malaga Travel from only $232 per night 5 meals: 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner FREE Single Supplements 4 included tours Exclusive services of a Grand Circle Program Director All transfers Gratuities for local guides and motorcoach drivers on your extension Featured Hotel Monte Malaga Hotel (First Class) Malaga, Spain, Spain Day 1 ull ranch visit Ronda. After breakfast this morning, we will depart by motorcoach to visit a working bull ranch owned by an Andalusian torero also known as a matador. After your tour, you will enjoy a traditional lunch at the ranch. Next you ll head to Ronda, one of Spain s oldest towns. Established in the ninth century, Ronda has attracted visitors for centuries with its spectacular location an inland plateau, divided by the El Tajo gorge, and encircled by mountains. Take in the views during a walking tour of this ancient town. Dinner will be on your own this evening. L Monte Malaga Hotel or similar Day 2 Marbella Mijas Malaga. Today you will visit one of the Costa del Sol s most beautiful places Marbella. Nestled at the foot of the Sierra lanca mountains, Marbella is at once a chic resort spot and a charming historical site. After an included walking tour, enjoy free time to explore this at your own pace. Later this afternoon, you ll depart for the town of Mijas. From its traditional whitewashed houses (pueblos blancos) to its twisty, narrow streets, Mijas s many charms will be on display as you discover it during an included walking tour. Next, enjoy some free time to explore. Lunch will be on your own. This evening you will return to Malaga. Dinner will be on your own. The First-Class Monte Malaga Hotel overlooks the Rio Guadalmedina and offers striking seaport views. Within walking distance of the Malaga Cathedral and the CAC Malaga contemporary art museum, it s well suited to enjoy all the city has to offer. Each air-conditioned room includes a TV and high-speed Internet, plus private bath with hairdryer. Onsite, enjoy a spa, bar, and saltwater pool. Monte Malaga Hotel or similar Day 3 Malaga. Today, enjoy an entire day of leisure, free to explore the hidden gems of Malaga at your own pace. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a Farewell Dinner.,D Monte Malaga Hotel or similar Day 4 Malaga Return to U.S. Transfer to the airport today for your return flight home. To learn more about this extension including itinerary details, optional tours, accommodations, and more, visit us online at This extension may not be available on all departures. Additional taxes and fees apply. Ask your Travel Counselor for details.

6 Corinthian Sail aboard our privately owned, 98-passenger Corinthian D iscover the coastal wonders of the world aboard our 98-passenger small ship, the Corinthian. This ocean-cruising vessel was acquired by Grand Circle Cruise Line in It was built in 1990, and refurbished in This ship is rugged and safe enough to ply Antarctica s Drake Passage, and also features itineraries throughout Europe and North Africa, including the ritish Isles, the altics, Morocco, Spain, Portugal, France, and beyond Jacuzzi Phoebe Massage Outdoor Cafe Cleo ridge Leto Shop Reception Ariadne Restaurant Infirmary Athena Cabin Categories Penthouse suites with private PHS Phoebe: balcony and sitting area 260 sq. ft. Jacuzzi VS Cleo: Veranda suites with private balcony and sitting area 245 sq. ft. AA Cleo: Suites with forward windows and sitting area 285 sq. ft. 505 A Leto: Suites with window and sitting area 235 sq. ft. 506 Ariadne: Suites with window and sitting area 225 sq. ft. C Athena: Suites with portholes and sitting area 285 sq. ft. D Ariadne/Leto: Suites with window and sitting area 215 sq. ft. E Ariadne/Leto: Suites with partially obstructed view, windows and sitting area 215 sq. ft. Phoebe Outdoor Cafe Massage Cleo ridge Registry: Malta Refurbished in: 2009 Length: 290 ft. eam: 50 ft. Crew/Nationality: crew/international Draft: 12 ft. Passenger s: Cabin Size: 215 sq ft. minimum, with queen beds (convertible to 2 twins) Passenger Capacity: 98 passengers Grand Circle Group: 25 travelers, maximum, with 1 Program Director (aboard a 98-passenger small ship) Leto Shop Reception Ariadne Restaurant Infirmary 252 Athena Entered service: 1990 service to all passenger decks

7 Classic Cities & Moorish Traditions of Iberia & Morocco Prices are per person for 9 days Small Ship Cruise Tour only (10 days with airfare), based on double occupancy, and included meals and tours as specified in the It s Included section. Small Ship Cruise Tour Only : APRIL 2017* PHS Phoebe PHS $7015* VS Cleo VS $6815* AA Cleo AA $6715* A Leto A $6615* Ariadne $6415* C Athena C $6215* D Ariadne/Leto D $6015* E Ariadne/Leto E $5815* Watch Videos Online Here are just two of more than 750 videos available on our website: Program Director video CRO2016 Trip Preview video Here s how you ll save with our exclusive Good uy Plan: PAY IN FULL PRIOR TO YOUR FINAL PAYMENT DUE DATE (90 days prior to your departure date) YOUR SAVINGS off your total trip price** 12 months or more prior to final payment due 10% off 11 months prior to final payment due 7% off 10 months prior to final payment due 6% off 9 months prior to final payment due 5% off 8 months prior to final payment due 4% off 7 months prior to final payment due 3% off 6 months prior to final payment due 2% off 5 months prior to final payment due 1.5% off Make your final payment by check before final payment is due* *Final payment is due at 90 days prior to departure Paid in full by check 12 months prior to your final payment due date, you save $500 (10% of your trip price) Paid in full by check 8 months prior to your final payment due date, you save $200 (4% of your trip price) Paid in full by check 6 months prior to your final payment due date, you save $100 (2% of your trip price) EXAMPLE: ased on a $5000 trip price **You will save a minimum of $50 when you pay in full by check. $50 off No other travel company guarantees your trip price and offers savings of up to 10% when you pay early. Learn how Carlos Savaira s daily life in Portugal is shaped by his strong family connections. Sample the discoveries that await in Iberia and Morocco, from Lisbon to Casablanca, and more. Deposit: $500 per person. Single Supplement: $1095. Single accommodations are limited. To avoid the single supplement, ask about our Roommate Matching Service. Guaranteed Travel Protection Plan: Please visit for details on this optional program. Standard Terms & Conditions apply when purchasing this program. Visit our website at for Please note: To receive your eligible savings, you have until the applicable Good uy Plan deadline to pay in full by check or electronic funds transfer. Eligible savings are calculated on your entire trip price after any non-cash payments have been deducted (credit cards, vouchers, credits, certificates) based on how many months prior to departure you have paid in full. Grand Circle s Good uy Plan is not applicable on reservations where credit card payments exceed the initial deposit plus Travel Protection Plan amounts, or inside of 90 days of departure. GOVERNMENT TAXES AND FEES The following government taxes and fees are now included in your airfare price. Government and other authority taxes and fees: September 11th Security Fee of up to $2.50 USD applies per passenger, per flight segment (maximum charge per trip $5.00 USD one-way, $10.00 USD round trip). A flight segment is defined as one takeoff and one landing. Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) of up to $18 per passenger. Federal Domestic Flight Segment Fee of up to $3.70 USD applies per passenger, per flight segment (defined as a takeoff and a landing). U.S. or International Departure and Arrival Charges of up to $200 USD may apply depending on itinerary. On select itineraries that include the purchase of a pre- and/ or post-trip extension, U.S. or international departure and arrival charges of up to $300 USD may apply. Call for details. Standard Terms & Conditions can be found on the web at details. Every effort has been made to produce this information accurately. We reserve the right to correct errors. After you reserve your trip, toll-free Customer Service and our Air Department are available Monday Friday 9 am to 8 pm ET, Saturday & day 9 am to 7 pm ET at CST