Tour Leader (CEO) - China

G Adventures CEODo you believe travel can change lives? Not just for travellers — but for the people and places they visit? Do you thrive in unpredictable days, long bus rides, spontaneous problem-solving, and conversations with strangers who quickly feel like friends? Then you might be exactly who we're looking for. At G Adventures, we don't call our tour leaders "tour leaders." We call them Chief Experience Officers (CEOs). Our founder gave up the title because he believes the true leaders of this company are the ones out in the world, face-to-face with our travellers every single day. You're not just running a trip. You're shaping an experience. You're the reason a good tour becomes an unforgettable one. Before we go further, please ensure you are legally able to lead tours through the following countries: China. This role lives at the intersection of logistics, leadership, storytelling, and heart. On any given day, you'll be: Managing group dynamics Coordinating transport and suppliers Sharing the culture, history, and nuance of a place Supporting community partners Helping travellers feel like they truly belong You're not just guiding people through a destination. You're helping them understand it. You don't just do the job — you live it. You: Believe in community tourism and responsible travel Champion G for Good and our Raise the World efforts on tour Communicate clearly with travellers, suppliers, and offices Bring calm, positivity, and energy to long, unpredictable days Handle the unexpected like it's part of the plan Turn information into stories travellers will never forget Create a sense of safety, inclusion, and belonging within your group Stay endlessly curious about the places you guide in You Travel Your Heart Out — and it shows. On each departure, you'll: Be the face of G Adventures in the field Manage day-to-day logistics and reservations Promote Planeterra and G for Good initiatives Support optional activities, meals, and traveller needs Handle incidents calmly and professionally Maintain budgets, receipts, and daily accounts Provide post-trip reports and updates Occasionally support the training of new CEOsWhat You'll Need: Valid First Aid/CPRBasic budgeting and accounting comfortA valid passport/visa and required vaccinations Comfort using Google Suite and mobile apps Experience in tourism, hospitality, or extensive travel Strong English language skills Willingness to undergo a background check if required Tour Guide License in China You won't sit behind a desk. You won't have two days that look the same. You won't just be guiding tours. You'll be creating moments travellers talk about for the rest of their lives — while helping the people and places you visit, too. If that sounds like the kind of work you want to do, we can't wait to meet you. Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support the administrative processing of applications, such as organizing and formatting applicant information. AI is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team. G Adventures is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We consider all qualified applicants. If selected, G Adventures offers support via a variety of Team Resource Groups.