What does a Tour Guide do?

Accompanying and supervising tour groups with cultural knowledge sharing.

What education does Tour Guide require?

College of Higher Education (36 months)

How much does a Tour Guide earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 48'000, mid ~CHF CHF 60'000 per year (approximate).

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Tour Guide

Hospitality & Gastronomy

Tour guides accompany groups on trips through Switzerland and abroad. They organize programs, share knowledge about culture and history, and create unforgettable experiences. Multilingualism is a major advantage in Switzerland.

Entry

~CHF 48'000

CHF 4'000/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 60'000

CHF 5'000/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 78'000

CHF 6'500/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelCollege of Higher Education

Duration36 months

Your path to Tour Guide

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Secondary School

You are here

Apprenticeship (EFZ)

Basic training first

3–4 years

Work Experience

Gain experience

1–2 years

College of Higher Education

Advanced specialization

2–3 years

Career Start

HF Diploma

Starting salary: CHF 48'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics3/10

🔬 Science2/10

💻 IT4/10

🔧 Manual4/10

🎨 Artistic2/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance4/10

🎨 Creativity5/10

🤝 Social Contact9/10

💪 Physical Demands6/10

📈 Career Growth5/10

🔮 Future Outlook6/10

🔥 Demand (current)3/10

✨ AI Risk2/10

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