Tour Director - Create Unforgettable Escorted Journeys

Grand Circle Corporation

National City (CA)

On-site

USD 41,000 - 49,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Salary: 220 USD daily rate
Gratuity: 7-10 USD /person/day
Incentive: Up to 40% of base salary

Job summary

Grand Circle Corporation seeks experienced Tour Directors to lead escorted tours for travelers 50+. You will manage the program's quality, deliver destination briefings, and connect travelers with locals while adapting to dynamic schedules.

The role requires 3–5 years guiding experience, strong leadership, and Excel proficiency. Compensation includes a $220 daily rate with potential increases based on performance, plus gratuity and incentive opportunities.

Qualifications

  • 3 to 5 years of tour guiding experience in the listed itineraries.
  • Passion for destinations, people, culture, and traditions.
  • Go beyond the touristy destinations 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 Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Tour guiding
Leadership
Flexibility
Communication

Tools

Excel
Microsoft Office

Job description

Grand Circle Corporation seeks experienced Tour Directors to lead escorted tours for travelers 50+. You will manage the program's quality, deliver destination briefings, and connect travelers with locals while adapting to dynamic schedules.

The role requires 3–5 years guiding experience, strong leadership, and Excel proficiency. Compensation includes a $220 daily rate with potential increases based on performance, plus gratuity and incentive opportunities.

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