Tour Guide Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Tour Guide includes the following duties and responsibilities:

Greeting and welcoming customers to the tour.
Informing customers about the itinerary for each tour.
Planning itineraries in accordance with weather forecasts and the length of each tour.
Gathering and maintaining the requisite equipment for each tour.
Familiarizing yourself with the layout and history of the region or establishment in which you will be working.
Familiarizing customers with each region or establishment.
Encouraging guests to apply sunscreen regularly and to remain hydrated, if applicable.
Directing customers to other, non-competing services that might be of interest to them.
Scheduling visits and purchasing tickets to museums, galleries, protected parks, and other attractions ahead of time, if required.
Planning alternate activities in the event that cancellations, closures, or weather prohibit you from attending scheduled events.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Tour Guide duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Tour Guide roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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