TRAINING PROGRAM

Become a Self-Employed Tour Guide – Work with Cruise Ships & Make Scotland Your Office


Passionate about Scotland? Love storytelling and meeting new people?
Our comprehensive Tour Guide Training Programme will give you the skills, knowledge, and confidence to work as a self-employed guide with cruise ships and leading tour companies across Scotland. Whether you're looking for full-time freedom or flexible seasonal work, this is your opportunity to turn Scotland into your office.

Course Details

  • Start Date: 5th May 2025
  • Duration: 2-week programme
  • Cost: £500 per person
  • Format: Mostly remote, with 4 in-person training tours along the main cruise ship routes departing from Greenock
  • Spaces Limited: Only 30 places available per quarter

What You’ll Learn

  • Top Shore Excursion Routes: Get in-depth training on the most popular cruise tour itineraries from Greenock
  • Best Practices in Guiding: Learn how to deliver engaging, professional tours that leave lasting impressions
  • Guest Engagement: Build confidence in storytelling, crowd management, and communication
  • Business Skills: Learn how to invoice, set your day rates, and handle your own admin
  • Compliance & Insurance: Guidance on registering as self-employed, getting public liability insurance, and meeting legal requirements
  • Tour Planning & Logistics: Understand timing, pacing, and coordination for smooth, memorable tours

Why Join?

  • Make Your Investment Back in Just 2 Days: With an average guide rate of £250 per day, you can recoup your training fee quickly
  • Earn More as a Driver-Guide: If you can drive and guide, your earning potential increases even further
  • Work Part-Time or Seasonally: Ideal for freelancers, creatives, parents, or anyone looking for a rewarding seasonal role
  • Join a Verified Supplier List: We’ll help you get listed with trusted operators and cruise lines
  • Ongoing Support: You’ll receive 12 months of aftercare support, including route advice, job leads, and mentoring – you're not on your own after training
  • Flexible, Scenic Career: Escape the 9–5 and enjoy the freedom of choosing when and where you work – from castle tours to coastal drives, make Scotland your office

Who This Is For

  • People looking to launch a flexible self-employed career
  • Those who want to work outdoors, meet new people, and share Scotland’s beauty and history
  • Individuals already working seasonally or looking for part-time opportunities
  • Anyone ready for a lifestyle change with strong earning potential and plenty of variety

Start Your Guiding Journey

Spaces are limited to just 30 per quarter, and our next course starts 5th May – don’t miss out!
This is your chance to gain real experience, get on industry supplier lists, and start earning immediately after training.


Ready to apply or have questions?


Contact us in the form below or email info@slaintescotland.com



Make Scotland your office. Begin your journey today.


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