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O P T I O N A L S H O R E E X C U R S I O N S O N Y O U R J O U R N E Y A N DA LU S I A N H O R S ES , M A L AG A , S PA I N PAL A ZZO AND PROCESSCO Visit a fabulous palace lovingly maintained by a baroness in the name of her long line of ancestors, the Sciclunas. The 18th- centur y Palazzo Parisio has stood for generations, an opulent and grand residence featuring gilded plaster work s, ceiling frescoes, cr ystal chandeliers, lush paintings and sculptures, as well as formal gardens. Conclude your visit with a glass of Prosecco and light refreshments. ROMAN C ATACOMBS Discover the roots of ancient Rome as you explore the Roman Catacombs and the Vatican Cit y. Walk through centuries- old narrow passages and witness some of the best-preser ved early Christian frescoes and sculptures in the world. See ancient wall paintings in the catacombs of Roman mar t yrs St. Callix tus or St. Sebastian tucked among small hidden chapels and graves, some of which are elaborately car ved. MOTORC YCLE THROUGH PROVENCE Don your helmet and slip into a sidecar or onto the back of your motorc ycle for a scenic ride through Provence. Travel along the Col de la Gineste, which connec ts Marseille to Cassis, and through the Massif des Calanques. Feel the rush of air on your face as you admire sweeping views of the cit y, the blue waters of the Mediterranean, Frioul archipelago and France's highest sea clif f, Cap Canaille. FEAST FOR THE SENSES A flavour ful, aromatic tour of Corsica takes you into the magnificent countr yside, visiting a nougat fac tor y, an essential oil distiller y and a local honeybee farm. Indulge the senses as you breathe in the sweet aroma of honey and almonds, take in the scents of native floral essential oils and taste wonder fully rich-tasting honey in an array of special blends. ALGIER'S SPR AWLING C ASBAH Venture into the hear t of daily life in Algiers: its vibrant hillside Casbah. Step into the labyrinth of winding streets and alley ways of this UNESCO World Heritage Site and walk through narrow warrens, passing quaint homes and small shops. Enjoy some customar y mint tea before you continue exploring the maze of cobblestone streets, dot ted with handicraf t stalls and local work shops, with time to browse wooden and brass handicraf ts and leather goods. EXPLORE UNDERGROUND C AVES Head deep underground and high above the Mediterranean to the magnificent caves and historic village of Nerja. The Nerja Caves are a stunning world of natural and archaeological significance, with ar tifac ts uncovered here pointing to human and animal habitation as far back as 25,000 BC. See massive stalagmites and stalac tites, the world's widest column found in a cave, and a vast natural amphitheatre used as a concer t venue. 112 For complete itinerary details and videos, visit viking.com/oceans