Christy R.United States
Toñi was fantastic - very easy to communicate with, helpful, knowledgeable, and delightful. She tailored the tour to our needs, and we definitely enjoyed our time together. Would definitely recommend.
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Private tour in Cordoba Toñi S
Cordoba Day Trip: Madinat Al-Zahra, "The Bright City"
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4 hours
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Private tour for 1-6 people
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4 hours
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Toñi S.
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Hi! My name's Antonia but I'd rather call me Toni, it's shorter! I was born in Córdoba, but I love meeting people from everywhere. l work as a guide full time which makes me quite happy, having the experience of teaching the history and explaining archeological details around the walking tour. It's a real pleasure for me to empathize with the clients and feel their emotions and their curiosities. I studied Tourism in Córdoba, Andalucia, however, I learned English in the USA where I had the great experience of living there. After working with and for international people, such as receptionist, exporter manager. . . I became an Official Tourist Guide, my always-desired job! Cordoba is such a wonderful city that has so much history to share that when someone tours with me, he/she finds a straightforward going person who has a passion for her city, her history, her culture. . . . ; I would say that most of my clients end up looking forward come back to Cordoba. I recommend different itineraries but they can be adapted to different desires, this is your time to enjoy and know the city as deeply as your time lets you. Please, feel free to contact me and ask me any questions, or any requirements you may have, I'll be thrilled to be your host in Cordoba! - Bachelor in Tourism. - Official Tour Guide of Andalucia, license number 2226. - Official Tour Guide License for Mezquita-Catedral in Córdoba, number 196. - Member of APIT (Cordoba Confederation of Licensed Guides) - Member of CEFAPIT (National Confederation of licensed guides) - RASGO guide certification of the network of Spanish Jewish Quarters - Routes of Sefarad. - Certificate from HALAL Institute. None
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Let's travel to that ancient but brilliant city together!
Overview of your Cordoba tour
Did you know that during Middle Age there was a practice which associated the position of caliph with the creation of large urban centres in the proximity of ancient cities? That was one of the reasons, Abd al-Rahman al-Nasir, decided to build a new city near Cordoba. We all know that with the arrival of Islam, trade was greatly improved, but the first caliph of Al-Andalus also created a mint where gold coins were minted! He began with the construction of the Alcazar but Abd al-Rahman encouraged the building with important fiscal measures, paying 400 dirhams to all those who built a house next to the sovereign! Around those 120 hectares, (only 10% rebuilt), I'll show you the letrines (innovative system), an oven where people cooked and that amazing water system that kept from flooding but supplied baths and gardens. Did you know double doors for security in the banks are not a new system? They already existed here in Cordoba in the mid of 10th century! Let's travel together in time, you'll be surpris
Recent Reviews
Jo Ann S.Canada
Toni is one of the very best guides that we have ever had. We spent a really wonderful day with her. She is so knowledgeable and enthusiastic about her city and the ancient ruins. Toni arranged excellent transportation for us, a place to eat lunch and later a courtyard in which to enjoy ice cream and a drink at the end of our day. She was very considerate with one member of our group that has some mobility problems. We wished that we could take her with us on the rest of our journey in Spain.
Lauren P.United States
Toni is a wonderful guide. She is enthusiastic, energetic, helpful and her depth of knowledge is amazing. I am a volunteer history guide for the New Mexico History Museum and know first-hand the amount of knowledge a guide must have to bring an experience to life and I was very impressed with Toni. If we return to Cordoba, we will definitely engage her for several more days.
Susan K.United Kingdom
A most informative and knowledgeable guide with excellent English. Very attentive and professional. She gave us ample time for the museum and photographs. Toni clearly has a passion for her city and her subject. The tour was well worth the cost.
Antonio B.United States
Ms Toni again outshined & greatly impressed us in this last tour in Cordoba which she organized to the last detail. We told her what we would like to see then it was like magic how she planned the sights to include Medina-Alazara complex followed by a visit to Almodobar del Rio Castle finishing in one of best restaurants we had during our stay. She is superb in imparting her vast knowledge of the area, always succeeding in making us feel special. Truly one of a kind tour guide.
Peter P.Austria
Toni has excellent knowledge about this history of this area and made it „come to life" as she gave the tour. She took our personal interests into account as well, which made it even more interesting. We highly recommend Toni as a personal guide.
Your Cordoba tour itinerary
- Take a taxi to Medina al-Zahra (7km from Cordoba) - Watch audio-visual presentation (recreation of Madinat al-Zahra-18 min) - Take a shuttle in order to go to the Archaelogical site. - Visit at archeological site (Official sector of the Alcazar and the Private one) (around 1h and 30 min) (MONDAYS CLOSED) - Back to Reception and visit museum, WC, and/or snack bar. - Go back to Cordoba I am more than willing to customize this tour according to your preferences, please contact me for a customized tour.
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Sedan
Madinat al Zahra is 7 kilometres from Córdoba, I will arrange a taxi (round trip) not included in the tour price (it costs around 25€ per taxi)
What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Admission Tickets
Transportation to Medinat al-Zahara.
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location
Córdoba, Andalusia, Spain
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- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
Day Trip
Tour reference number
817702
Languages
English
French
SpanishActivity level
Light
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Traveller reviews
5.0
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This private tour in Córdoba is perfect for history enthusiasts and those interested in ancient urban centres. It's also suitable for travellers who want to connect with a local like Toñi S. for deeper insights into the history of Madinat Al-Zahra.
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4 hours
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Private tour for 1-6 people
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4 hours
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