TourPrep Tour Director Training

WHAT IS A TOUR DIRECTOR?

As a type of project manager/customer service representative, the tour director is responsible for leading a group of travelers on a multi-day sightseeing tour. The group travels together, eats together, and experiences the activities of the tour together. The tour director wears many hats. They are in charge of logistics, researching and delivering commentary, keeping track of guest food allergies and requests, partnering with the motorcoach driver, and more. It’s definitely a challenging job, but it’s also incredibly rewarding.

TOURCONNECT 2024 CONFERENCE

The best place to interview for a job in your new career is at our annual TourConnect conference and career expo. Not only will you learn about job opportunities and fundamental skills in our educational sessions, you’ll also network with and learn from experienced professionals who’ve been in the industry for years. Best of all, you’ll have several opportunities to interview with the top tour companies in the U.S. who are all attending seeking new talent like you.

We have a fantastic lineup of all new education sessions on diverse topics related to achieving a natural high in customer experience and more, which will provide valuable insights and practical knowledge as you get started in your new career. Plus, there will be plenty of opportunities for fun, networking, and exploring the Denver area! Think of it as a 4-day celebration of starting your new career.

By registering for the TourPrep training, you will receive a special discount to attend TourConnect 2024.

If you complete only the online training program, you will receive a 30% discount on conference registration (conference registration is $499).
If you complete both the online training program and the in-person practicum, you will receive a 60% discount on conference registration (conference registration is $499).

TourConnect 2024 – Peak Experiences: Achieving a Natural High in Tourism

Date: November 10-14, 2024
Location: The Hyatt Regency Aurora – Denver Hotel and Conference Center
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TourPrep Registration

Online Program ($849.00)
Registration includes full online training program, live virtual sessions, and one-on-one coaching session. You will receive a certificate of online course completion upon successful completion of the online program.
Online Program & In-Person Practicum ($1,834.00)
Registration includes full online training program, live virtual instruction, and one-on-one coaching session. The in-person practicum includes 3 nights in a hotel (in a shared room), 2 days of motorcoach training, 2 dinners, 1 full day of classroom training, and 1 group activity. You will receive an IATDG Tour Director Certification Certificate upon successful completion of the program. Travel costs to/from practicum location and all other meals not listed above are not included.
Online Program & TourConnect 2024 Conference ($1,198.00)
Registration includes full online training program, live virtual instruction, and one-on-one coaching session. You will receive a certificate of online course completion upon successful completion of the online program. This also includes registration to the TourConnect 2024 conference (this is a 30% discount on conference registration - hotel and most meals not included). In-person practicum and travel costs to/from Denver are not included. (Please note: You will receive a code to register for the conference from our team. Please do not register for the conference separately at this time.)
Online Program, In-Person Practicum, & TourConnect 2024 Conference ($2,034.00)
Registration includes full online training program, live virtual instruction, and one-on-one coaching session. The in-person practicum includes 3 nights in a hotel (in a shared room), 2 days of motorcoach training, 2 dinners, 1 full day of classroom training, and 1 group activity. You will receive an IATDG Tour Director Certification Certificate upon successful completion of the program. This also includes registration to the TourConnect 2024 conference (this is a 60% discount on conference registration - hotel and most meals not included). Travel costs to/from practicum and conference locations, and all other meals not listed above are not included. (Please note: You will receive a code to register for the conference from our team. Please do not register for the conference separately at this time.)

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Terms

Cancellation: If you cancel by January 12, 2025, 25% of your registration fee is non-refundable. If you cancel between January 13, 2025 and January 24, 2025, 50% of your registration fee is non-refundable. If you cancel after January 24, 2025, no refund will be provided.

Payment Plan: This registration allows for a deposit to be paid and the remaining fee will be automatically charged to the card on file on January 6, 2025. Before the final payment date, you also have the option to make additional, smaller payments towards your final amount due, by creating an account.

Course Completion: If the course is not completed successfully a certificate will not be awarded to the student. Accommodations will be made to those students who do not successfully complete by offering a second opportunity to take the course.

Course Certification: For those who complete only the online program, you will receive a certificate of completion of the online course, not a full certification. For those who complete both the online program and the in-person practicum, you will receive an IATDG Tour Director Certification certificate, showing that you have been certified by IATDG and are ready to work.

Questions? Contact [email protected].

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My previous experience in tour directing

No group tour or travel industry experience
I have no experience in the group tour or travel industry.
Tour Director Experience
I do have limited or past experience as a tour director and I'd like to get a refresher.
Tour Guiding
I have experience as a local tour guide.
Industry Experience
I have experience in the travel industry such as a DMO, Travel agent, hotel employee, hospitality and tourism education.

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