Tip 1: Shout your specialty.
For your destination, there might be thousands sightseeing tours available. Why should a traveler choose your tour rather than anyone else’s? As the sightseeing tour with you is unique. Try to differentiate your tour and service. For example, are you currently expert on local customs and tradition, so the sightseeing will be more fun with local interaction? You may also design themed tours like tapas tour for food lovers, creative markets visit with style, witch tour in the night time, movie tour at famous shots…Shout your expertise when designing a tour.
Tip 2: Photos are inspiring.
Visual images and videos are inspiring and welcomed by most travelers. Photos create direct impression of what to expect on a tour. Thanks to the fast technology development, video presentations are actually quite achievable. High-quality and interesting photos sometimes “lure” visitors to go to a place. However, mind that you will be encouraging people to come and visit with their own eyes. Do not over present, making feel a virtual tour is enough.
Tip 3: Detailed and clear introduction.
Clients cannot book your sightseeing tour if basic information is missing. Good presentation attends to details. Give a clear and consistent introduction on tour length, what to see, sightseeing itinerary, tour inclusions and exclusions, maximum amount of people in the group, special notice if any… It actually saves a tour guide’s efforts by clarifying things in advance.
Tip 4: Show your humor and wisdom!
Travel is about fun. In a sightseeing tour by a Zagreb local guide, “Exclusions: Ill-tempered, no-sense of humor, it’s-just-another-tour local guides.” Isn’t it reassuring that this would be an interesting tour with a lot fun? For a personal/private tour guide, people choose you instead of merely a tour. Avoid being shy to show your own characteristics.
Tip 5: Pay attention to your clients and keep improving your sightseeing tours.
Feedback is great to possess. It justifies the effort of a tour guide. It passes on what as testimonials. Moreover, it helps to boost. While afterward feedback may be less attainable, it is possible to listen to your clients during the tour. See what they rose with interest. Can it be applied to the tour for an improved experience? Keep improving and updating your sightseeing tour.
Happy Exploring!
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