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)3–4 years

Basic training first

Work Experience1–2 years

Gain experience

College of Higher Education2–3 years

Advanced specialization

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Career Start

HF Diploma

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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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