Senior Tour Director - US Western Escorted Tours

Grand Circle Travel

Boston (MA)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Grand Circle Corporation in the United States seeks Program Directors (Tour Directors) to deliver unforgettable escorted tours across multiple destinations. Candidates should have 3–5 years of tour guiding experience, a passion for the places, and the ability to connect travelers with locals beyond typical tourist spots.

Strong knowledge of history, daily life, culture, and nature is expected, along with flexibility, teamwork and leadership.

Qualifications

  • 3 to 5 years of tour guiding experience in the listed destinations.
  • Passion for destinations, their people, culture and traditions.
  • Go beyond the touristy spots to connect travelers with locals.
  • Knowledge (History, Everyday Life, Nature, Culture) of the destinations.
  • Flexibility, teamwork and leadership skills.
  • Ability to make quick decisions for last-minute changes.
  • Proficient in using Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

  • In charge of the quality of the entire program and delivering an unforgettable experience to our travelers.
  • Deliver all information about the destination/program/schedule.
  • Understand travelers' expectations and focus on their enjoyment of the trip.
  • Reconfirms every service with vendors.
  • Represent Grand Circle Travel to keep cordial and formal relations with our partners.
  • Listen to travelers' feedback, take notes, and communicate with the GCT Office.

Skills

Tour guiding
Flexibility
Leadership
Teamwork
Microsoft Excel

Job description

Grand Circle Corporation in the United States seeks Program Directors (Tour Directors) to deliver unforgettable escorted tours across multiple destinations. Candidates should have 3–5 years of tour guiding experience, a passion for the places, and the ability to connect travelers with locals beyond typical tourist spots.

Strong knowledge of history, daily life, culture, and nature is expected, along with flexibility, teamwork and leadership.

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