At the heart of every journey is our team of experienced Tour Managers. They're more than just guides; they're your companions, ensuring that every aspect of your trip runs smoothly. From logistical support to sharing insider knowledge, they're dedicated to making your travel experience stress-free and enriching.
From providing advice on the local lingo to guidance on what to pack, a Tour Manager's job covers a wide rang of expertise on a variety of subjects. Here are just a few examples of their multi-faceted role.
Valued by our customers for their wide knowledge, our excellent Tour Managers are experts in escorting our customers throughout their holiday. They have often visited locations many times, so know some great insider tips. With their experience of leading tours, it is likely your Tour Manager already has the answer to your question, whether that's about tipping, drinking water or finding great places to eat.
On a Great Rail Journeys escorted tour, the Tour Manager looks after you throughout your holiday. If a flight or rail connection is missed, for whatever reason, it is their job to get you to where you need to be. There may be a series of interlocking elements to transport that needs to be carefully planned - flights, trains or transfers - so on these occasions a Tour Manager's support is invaluable.
With us, you're never on your own in a foreign country. The Tour Manager handles timing, transport, and smooths over any bumps in the road that may occur. They may have already worked with the local guide, may be familiar with hotels and restaurants, and are likely to understand the rail network. They may also speak the local language or know how to get by with a few phrases.
Alan Coltman, GRJ Tour Manager
However frequently you travel, packing a suitcase can be a challenge. One Tour Manager's answer to this is packing cubes. "These are soft, nylon mesh bags in various shapes and sizes. Put underwear in one, T-shirts in another, and so on. You lay them out flat in your suitcase, so they interlock. On arrival, extract items for the next day. Hang them up and you're good to go but your suitcase remains ready for departure. A useful tip for creased clothes is to put them on a clothes hanger and hang them up in the bathroom. After a hot shower, allow them to steam in the bathroom for 10 minutes."
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