Benefits for local tour guides
Where tourists and
local tour guides connect
All new subscribers enjoy a one-month
free trial with full access to premium
features — no card required.
Free and Easy Registration
• Join the platform and publish your services — no hidden fees, percentage for tours, or startup costs.
Multilingual Profile Editor
• Describe yourself and your tours in six languages to reach a global audience.
In-App Secure Instant Messaging
• Keep all your communications organized in one convenient place and chat with tourists in real time.
Direct Leads from Tourists
• No agencies or intermediaries — travelers contact you directly.
Worldwide Promotion via Social Media & Web
• Your profile and tours get promoted across our 8+ global social media channels with engaging posts, short videos, and web mentions. Custom marketing options are available on demand.
Personalized Onboarding & Promotion Strategy
• Our team can help you create a strong profile from scratch, including text and visuals, at no cost.
24/7 Support Team
• You can rely on our human-powered support team, available in any language. We’ve grown steadily over the past decade, since 2015, demonstrating stability, experience, and a user-oriented approach. We’re here to stay.
Keep 100% of Your Income
• PRIVATE GUIDE WORLD takes no cut from your earnings. What you charge is what you keep. No middlemen between the tourist and the tour guide.
Push Notifications
• Instantly know when you get new messages or booking requests from tourists.
Multiple Tour Listings
• Create and promote an unlimited number of tours for free, with complete customization of duration, price, and type.
Guide Ranking Algorithm
• Appear in higher search results by being active, responsive, and well-rated.
User Reviews & Reputation Building
• Positive ratings and authentic traveler reviews help you stand out from the crowd.
Getting Started on PRIVATE GUIDE WORLD
Follow these steps to set up your profile, start receiving tourist inquiries, and build your reputation.
Step 1 — Sign Up & Create Your Profile
- Upload a clear, high-quality solo photo of yourself (no logos, group photos, or abstract images)
- Choose the language(s) you guide your tours in, as well as the country(ies) and city(ies) you work in.
- Describe yourself as a professional in leading excursions, and share your skills and approach to conducting tours. Explain what makes you unique.
- Your profile is moderated within 24 hours before going live.
Step 2 — Engage with Tourists
- We promptly notify you through a push message in the App and an email to your registered address when a new message arrives..
- Reply in the CHATS/DASHBOARD on the web or app, exchange phone numbers and/or email addresses privately via messages if necessary.
- Feel free to continue communicating in any way that works best for both tourists and guides.
Illustration: New message push + open chat thread.
Step 3 — Build Your Reputation
- Ask tourists to leave reviews after tours.
- Detailed feedback improves your visibility in search results.
- Keep your profile active by responding quickly, adding new excursions, and uploading fresh photos.
Illustration: Reviews and ratings improve profile visibility.
Step 4 — Subscription & Fees
- The first month is free.
- After that, an affordable annual fee applies (varies by country). The cost of your half-day tour is higher than a whole year's subscription to the PRIVATE GUIDE WORLD platform.
- Fees are reinvested into platform improvements and worldwide promotion.
Illustration: Subscription status / pricing info.
Share your profile link on your social media and ask recent clients for reviews.
Turn on notifications and respond within 24 hours to all messages.
Create at least 3 tours with clear titles, prices, durations, and 8–10 photos.
After I register, what should I do next?