Key Skills

Job Description

Intercruises Guide Academy (Amsterdam, Keukenhof, Arnhem) Become a local storyteller with the Intercruises Guide Academy! We will train you to become a guide for the Amsterdam Canal Cruises, Keukenhof Flower Tours, Arnhem Walking Tours, and Open-Air Museum experiences. You’ll join a motivated, multinational team – weaving your stories, experiences, and local knowledge into unforgettable moments for travellers from around the world. ABOUT THE JOB • After completing the Intercruises Guide Academy training, you will be placed on the roster for guiding opportunities. • Work flexibly as a freelance guide, choosing assignments that fit your schedule. • You’ll guide international cruise guests on half-day tours that showcase the best of our country, bringing Dutch culture to life through storytelling. • Manage small to medium-sized groups of international guests. • Ensure a smooth guest experience – from meeting the group to returning them safely and on time. • Use your local knowledge to answer questions, create engagement, and make every tour memorable. ABOUT YOU • You must have the legal right to work in the Netherlands and be currently residing there. • You are reliable and work proactively. • You are energetic, curious, and outgoing. • No guiding experience required. • You are confident and have good communication skills in English (other languages are a plus). • You enjoy being part of a multinational environment and are a true team player. • You have a customer-service mindset and a passion for service excellence. ABOUT OUR OFFER • Professional training through the Intercruises Guide Academy. • Freelance work that is flexible, social, and rewarding. • The opportunity to build a global network and start a career in travel. • A fun and dynamic work culture. • An international working environment. HOW TO APPLY • Please note: Applicants must be currently based in or around Amsterdam or the Arnhem/Nijmegen area. • Send a complete, professional CV and a compelling story about what makes your city special to [email protected] We love to see your uniqueness shine through and inspire the future of travel. We are looking forward to your application and meeting you!

Core Responsibilities

Guide international cruise guests on half-day tours, sharing Dutch culture and local knowledge through engaging storytelling. Manage small to medium-sized groups and ensure guests are safely returned on time after a smooth, memorable tour.

Requirements

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the Netherlands and currently live in or around Amsterdam or the Arnhem/Nijmegen area. They should be reliable, proactive, energetic, outgoing, confident communicators in English, and service-minded; previous guiding experience is not required.

Benefits

• Professional Training
• Flexible Freelance Work
• Global Networking Opportunities
• Career Development Opportunity
• Dynamic Work Culture
• International Work Environment