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Private tour in Oviedo Debora d
Gijon city tour and ghost mine village off the beaten path!
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Hola! My name is Debora and I am very excited to show you around in beautiful Asturias! I am from the Netherlands, but married to a Spanish guy. From the moment that he introduced me to his home region Asturias a few years ago I fell in love with the landscape, friendly people and great food, and I am looking forward to share it with you! Since I was a young girl I have been passionate about nature and travelling. Next to my studies in Forestry and Nature Conservation and International Land and Water Management, I have therefore been volunteering as a guide for several Dutch and international organizations, where I primarily focused on showing children and teenagers the beauty of nature. I have visited most European countries as well as spent time in Indonesia, Zambia, Mexico and the USA. These trips allowed me to get to know other cultures and get acquainted with amazing local habits and customs. The inviting and friendly attitude of most of the people that I met in these countries, encourage me to do the same for people wanting to get to know Asturias! I live in Oviedo in the north of Spain since the beginning of 2018. Right from the start, I have explored not only this city but also nearby cities such as Gijon and Aviles, as well as the surrounding countryside. If you are looking for a guide that is passionate about the Asturian culture and its landscape, do not hesitate to contact me! PhD, MSc and BSc in Environmental Sciences // Official National Guide of the Dutch National Guides' Association // Cambridge C2 Proficiency Certificate (Highest qualification level of English) // Local Entrepreneur Certificate by the Chamber of Commerce of Oviedo, Asturias // Over ten years of experience leading excursions for youth groups (age 8-16) in the Netherlands.
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Full day visiting Gijon highlights and a jump into the history of the Europe's first submarine mine and town
Overview of your Oviedo tour
This day tour brings you to two totally different highlights of Asturias: the city of Gijon and Spain's first coal mine! The coastal city of Gijon is Asturias' largest city. Here, you visit the impressive Laboral, Asturias' most important 20'th century architectural work. After this, it's time for a stroll in Gijon's fantastic 25 ha botanical garden. With my background in forestry and nature conservation, I can tell you everything about its flora and fauna. And hopefully you'll escape the natural labyrinth! Then, we leave for a walk and delicious lunch in charming Cimadevilla, Gijon's old fishing quarter. Some of my friends and their families have lived here for decades and I love to share their anecdotes with you! Then we'll visit Arnao, a submarine coal mine established in 1591. We'll go to the mining museum and descent into the original mine where a local guide revives the mining life. We end the tour with a walk through Arnao village, the now nearly abandoned mining and almost ghost town.
Your Oviedo tour itinerary
- Pick up in Gijon/Oviedo/Aviles/. . . (flexible) - Visit Laboral, Spain's largest building - Visit Botanical Gardens - Walk through Cimavilla, Gijon's old fishing quarter - Lunch in Gijon - Drive to Arnao via Aviles, with some stops along the coast - Visit Arnao museum and town - Return to your hotel/airport/cruiship/. . . This tour can be fully customized depending on your interests and wishes. Please let me know and I design a customized itinerary and quote.
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You are transported in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. The vehicle type depends on which driver is available on that particular date.
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