About the Job
GCC Tour Leader-Accompagnatore Turistico for Small Ship Tours/Extensions
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and enthusiastic GCC Tour Leader to lead small ship tours and Italy land extensions for Grand Circle Travel and Overseas Adventure Travel in 2025.
Key Responsibilities:
* Contact travelers prior to travel via pre-trip emails/calls
* Escort and lead groups through the Northern Region by coach
* Compile and deliver information on cities and towns visited on tour
* Describe points of interest during coach commentaries, provide info-talks on daily life and local issues
* Sell company excursion products on tour, take payments and follow payment protocols
* Offer and create learning and discovery activities throughout the tour
* Be willing to go off the beaten track, adapt, and show travelers all aspects of daily life in the region
* Confirm arrangements for necessary transportation and activities and work with local guides/vendors
* Arrange for medical personnel for guests in case of emergency and help them with further issues
Requirements:
* Fluent English with excellent communication skills and confident to present topics in front of groups
* FLUENT Italian language required and at least 5 years living in the country if not Italian
* Enthusiast about local history, culture, and wildlife
* In-depth knowledge of history of own country and region
* Willing and able to offer travelers an authentic cultural experience
* Sincere liking of American people and their culture
* Creative and resourceful team player with leadership skills
* Enthusiasm and passion for sharing own life experiences and openness to discuss delicate aspects of society and its customs
* Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, including in emergency situations
* Willingness to be available to travelers on 24/7 basis for entire duration of tour
* PATENTINO DI ACCOMPAGNATORE TURISTICO or IATM membership certificate is required to lead tours
* A minimum of 2 years' experience escorting groups is preferred
* Work experiences abroad will be a plus
* Preferred knowledge of following destinations: SMALL SHIP TOUR: Rome, Avignone, Nice, Corse, Elba Island, Cinque Terre FRENCH EXTENSION: Toulouse, Carcassonne
Selection Process:
* First step: ZOOM interview
* Second step: Group interview
* Third step: Training 3 full days following group interview