Join us at GUSTOVENTURA

Gustoventura offers authentic, innovative, and sustainable travel experiences across the Mediterranean area, including Italy, Spain, Greece, and Portugal. Our tours immerse travelers in the essence of each destination through unforgettable experiences, strong connections to local culture, and a focus on regional food, wine, and traditions.

As a Tour Conductor for Gustoventura, you will help our travelers fulfill their dream of discovering the Mediterranean, creating meaningful and memorable journeys by bridging cultural gaps and fostering an appreciation for local, seasonal culinary traditions.

Note: The team is currently full, but the team is fast-growing, and we might have opportunities soon! Please keep in mind, we'll only consider applications written in English.

Your Role

As a Tour Conductor, you will lead small groups (maximum 12/16 travelers) on 1–2 week tours across the Mediterranean area.

Your Main Responsibilities

Lead & Inspire
Be the leader of your group, providing clear and engaging information about each destination, sharing your passion for Mediterranean cultures, and creating joyful, memorable experiences for travelers.

Plan & Prepare
Be well organized, know your daily itinerary in detail, and ensure smooth tour operations. Always be ready with a Plan B to adapt to unexpected situations. (The reservations are done by our Operations team of Gustoventura, so you won't have to book Hotels, transportation and accomodations yourself, we will give you all the info and ask for your cooperation in maintaning a good service from the customers. From time to time, with your approval, we will ask you to help with bookings on site).

Training & Briefings
Participate in training sessions and pre-tour briefings to be fully prepared for each tour.

Support & Communication
Assist travelers with their questions and needs, delivering excellent customer service—even in challenging situations.

Safety & Quality
Prioritize traveler safety and ensure that our local partners meet our quality, safety, and sustainability standards.

Handle Emergencies
Respond calmly and effectively to unforeseen challenges, following established procedures.

What You Bring

We’re looking for someone with:

Passion & Cultural Knowledge
A strong interest in Mediterranean cultures, people, history, and daily life, with a solid understanding of local traditions and contemporary realities.

Language Skills

German: Advanced level (C1 or higher) – mandatory, as all tours are conducted in German
English: good working knowledge
Additional local languages (Italian, Spanish, Greek, Portuguese) are a plus

Experience & Location
not only you are passionate about the country where you need to guide, but you also are knowledgable about its culture, history and traditions.

Certifications
You have the necessary permissions and qualifications to work as a Tour Conductor and/or guide, including First Aid certification, CPR, and Heimlich maneuver. (You can still apply if you don't have them yet and we show you how to get those certifications).

Personal Qualities
Organized, reliable, motivated, and solution-oriented, with the ability to stay calm under pressure.

Team Spirit
Cooperative, communicative, and professional, with a positive attitude.

You’ll Impress Us Even More If You…

Have strong English communication skills
Are open, cheerful, and naturally charismatic
Treat clients like friends and go the extra mile to create meaningful experiences
Value sustainable, local, and authentic travel
Have prior experience in tourism or as a tour guide

What We Offer

We value our team and support your growth and success. You can expect:

Training & Development: A comprehensive onboarding program, including a one-week shadowing period with an experienced guide
Competitive Compensation: Salary based on the rates of the countires we work with and on your experience level as a guide (the salary includes a performance-based bonus system)
Extra Earnings: Opportunities for additional tasks (and therefore additional remuneration), such as handling unforeseen situations
Career Growth: Possibilities to grow into other roles within the company
International Environment: A friendly, global team with colleagues around the world (180 people work as employees at Ventura TRAVEL and many guides are all over the world, from Japan to Peru to Sri Lanka to Namibia)

Confidentiality & Diversity

Applications at Ventura TRAVEL are treated with strict confidentiality. We use professional HR software that limits access to HR, the Recruiting Manager, and interviewers only.

We are committed to evaluating every qualified candidate based on skills and experience, regardless of age, gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability status, or religion.

German speaking Tour Guide (Italy, Spain, Portugal OR Greece)