Job description
Join our premium tourism team as an English-speaking tour guide in Cusco, Peru. You will lead engaging tours for international travelers, share rich Inca and Andean histories, and craft memorable experiences that guests rave about. We reward passion, professionalism, and a commitment to safety with a competitive compensation and respectful working environment.
As a guide, you will collaborate with local partners, manage group dynamics, and deliver high quality content across key sites such as Sacsayhuaman, the Sacred Valley, and selected Machu Picchu itineraries when applicable. If you love storytelling, culture, and helping travelers create lasting memories, this is your role.
Responsibility
- Lead engaging walking tours for small to mid sized groups in Cusco and surrounding attractions.
- Provide accurate historical, cultural, and practical context to enhance the visitor experience.
- Manage group logistics, pacing, safety, and on tour risk assessment.
- Coordinate with local partners, drivers, and vendors to ensure seamless itineraries.
- Deliver pre tour briefings and post tour summaries; handle special requests and accessibility needs.
- Uphold brand standards, collect feedback, and contribute to continuous improvement of tours.
- Represent the company professionally, with excellent customer service and problem solving.
Qualification
- Valid Peru professional tour guide license or eligibility to work as a guide in Peru
- Minimum 1 year guiding experience with English-speaking guests
- Fluent in English and Spanish; exceptional storytelling and communication skills
- Deep knowledge of Cusco region, sites, history, and local culture
- First aid certificate and safety awareness
- Flexible availability including weekends and peak seasons
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage diverse groups