Tour Director Job at Grand Circle LLC, San Francisco, CA

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  • Grand Circle LLC
  • San Francisco, CA

Job Description

Who we are

Grand Circle Corporation is the largest American direct marketer for international travel, adventure and discovery for Americans aged 50 plus and have served more than 1 million travelers since 1958.

Grand Circle is looking for Program Directors (Tour Director) who are willing to take risks and challenge themselves to provide travelers with unforgettable experiences on our North America Escorted Tours:

Alaskan Discovery (11 Days)

  • Destinations: Fairbanks; Denali; Talkeetna; Seward; Anchorage; Juneau (Pre extension); Valdez (Post extension).
  • Itinerary details: https://www.gct.com/trips/land-tours/north-america/alaskan-discovery-denali-national-park-the-kenai-fjords/2020/itineraries?icid=global:itineraries:north-america:aks2019

The Great National Parks (13 Days):

  • Destinations: Salt Lake City; Jackson; West Yellowstone; Cody; Sheridan; Rapid City.
  • Itinerary details: https://www.gct.com/trips/land-tours/north-america/great-national-parks-yellowstone-grand-teton-mount-rushmore/2020/itineraries?icid=prmn_lk_npt_2020

Southwest National Parks (11 Days):

  • Destinations: Durango; Moab; Arches; Canyonlands; Page; Bryce; Salt Lake City.
  • Itinerary details: https://www.gct.com/trips/land-tours/north-america/southwest-national-parks-arches-zion-bryce-and-the-grand-canyon/2020/itineraries?icid=prmn_lk_nps_2020

What we require

  • 3 to 5 Years of experience guiding/leading tours to the destinations above. 
  • Passion for people, the United States, and it’s culture and traditions. Go beyond the touristy destination to connect your travelers with the locals
  • Knowledge (History, Every-day Life, Nature, Culture) of the destinations
  • Flexibility, teamwork and leadership skills
  • Ability to make quick decisions to address last minute changes

Working responsibilities

  • In charge of the quality of the entire program and to deliver an unforgettable experience to the travelers.
  • Deliver all the information about the destination/program/schedule.
  • Understand the expectations of the travelers (especially IC Members) and focus on their enjoyment of the trip.
  • Reconfirms every service with Vendors.
  • Represent GCT to keep a cordial and formal relationship with our vendors. Listen to passengers feedback, take notes and communicate to GCT Office.

What we offer

• Competitive hourly wage

• US$ 6 to 8 per person/per day tipping ( group size from 35 to 42 travelers)

• 35% Excellence Incentive per departure ( Approx $1000 per departure).

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Work at office, Local area,

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