Tour Designer

Amazing opportunity for a Senior Tour Organiser to join a great company in London who specialise in European cultural tours, you will be working on your own tours: so excellent administrative and communication skills are essential. The ideal candidate will have at least eight years' experience in organising special interest tours to Europe, tour leading, a passion for travel and understanding of the industry, an art history background and a working knowledge of at least one European language. The Job: • Designing, planning and costing tours • Sourcing and liaising directly with European suppliers (hotels, restaurants etc) • Working with ground agents (in both Europe and beyond) • Liaising with US clients, including pitching for new business and client documentation • Responsibility for tour finances • Have strong copywriting and written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear engaging itineraries and client-facing materials • Answering client queries over the phone and via email • Processing tour booking forms and pre-tour client documentation • Office support when colleagues are abroad • Booking flights (Galileo or similar) • Ensuring all arrangements run smoothly and according to plan • Being responsible for the welfare of the party as well as daily logistics • Working with expert lecturers and / or local guides • Coping calmly and efficiently with any issues which arise - from tracing lost baggage to medical emergencies Skills Required: • Have a background in Art History and/or interest in gardens • Be able to deal with complex projects, prioritise and pay attention to detail • Have good communication skills • Exercise good judgement, initiative and imagination • Have strong decision-making skills under pressure • Have a working knowledge of at least one European language • Be naturally diplomatic, patient and calm • Have stamina - and a sense of humour! The Package: • Salary circa £40,000 • Hybrid 3 Office / 2 home Interested: • If you would like to apply for the above vacancy, please click APPLY or email your cv to