"Step into Natures Classroom: Walk Tour Facilitator Course Cultivating Mastery in Guided Tours and Botanical Illustration. Enroll for a Journey of Learning and Connection!" If you love exploring new places and sharing your passion with others, you might be interested in becoming a walk tour facilitator. A walk tour facilitator is someone who leads walking tours for tourists, showcasing the history, culture, heritage, and attractions of various destinations in India. In this course, you will learn how to become a walk tour facilitator, from planning your itinerary, to communicating with your clients, to ensuring their safety and satisfaction. You will also learn about the best practices of the tourism industry, as well as the e-marketplace where you can offer your services and connect with potential customers. So what are you waiting for? Enroll now and start your journey as a walk tour facilitator. You will not only gain a valuable skill, but also a rewarding career and a lifetime of memories.
Module 1- Introduction to Walks, Walking Tours,Food walk Unit - 1 Types of Tourism Offerings: Food Tourism Cultural Tourism Heritage Tourism Adventure Tourism Ecotourism Sustainable Tourism Unit - 2 Researching the Walking Tour: Gathering Information on Local Food Understanding Cultural Significance Exploring Heritage Sites Unit - 3 Creating Engaging Presentations: Crafting Compelling Content Choosing an Appropriate Format Developing an Engaging Style Unit - 4 Visitor Engagement: Interactive Activities Storytelling Techniques Question and Answer Sessions Unit - 5 Selecting Walking Routes: Mapping Tour Routes Considering Accessibility Balancing Distance and Interest Points Unit - 6 Understanding Facilitator Roles and Responsibilities: Safety Guidelines Group Management Cultural Sensitivity Unit - 7 Preparing Narratives and Commentary: Researching Historical Context Writing Engaging Scripts Incorporating Local Anecdotes Module 2 : Characteristics of Built legacy, historic attraction, local cuisines Unit -1 History of India: Ancient Civilizations Medieval Period Colonial Era Independence and Modern India Unit -2 Culture and Heritage of Major Attractions: Architecture and Art Religious Diversity Festivals and Celebrations Traditional Performing Arts Unit -3 City of Operation Overview: Introduction to the City Historical Significance Modern Developments Unit -4 Significant Heritage/Food Sites: Historic Monuments UNESCO World Heritage Sites Popular Food Destination Unit -5 Important Cuisines of India: North Indian Cuisine South Indian Cuisine East Indian Cuisine West Indian Cuisine Unit -6 Necessary Permissions for Access: Understanding Regulatory Bodies Obtaining Heritage Site Permits Food Establishment Licenses Module 3: Prepare for Heritage Walk & Food Walk Guiding Unit -1 Various Types of Walking Tours and Guided Tour Itineraries Heritage Tours Food Tours Cultural Tours Nature Walks Architectural Tours Unit-2 Pre-Activity Details for Customers: Information on Meeting Point Tour Duration and Distance Weather Considerations Clothing and Footwear Suggestions Unit -3 Planning the Walking Guide Activity: Itinerary Development Timing and Schedule Contingency Plans Unit -4 Selecting Relevant Locations and Pit Stops: Historical Significance Culinary Highlights Cultural Relevance Unit -5 Theme Selection and Walk Description: Heritage Walk Description Food Walk Description Tour Highlights Unit -6 Designing Food/Heritage Walk for Target Audience: Tailoring Content for Audience Interactivity and Engagement Cultural Sensitivity Unit -7 Standard Procedure for Walk Delivery: Welcome and Introduction Guided Commentary Group Managemen Unit -8 Factors in Walking Route Selection: Safety Considerations Accessibility Local Regulations Unit -9 Details to Collect from Customers: Dietary Restrictions Physical Limitations Emergency Contact Information Unit -10 Addressing Customer Difficulties: Handling Fatigue Providing Rest Stops Emergency Response Procedures Unit -11 Estimating Tour Cost: Cost Components Breakdown Value-Added Services Pricing Strategy Module 4: Design, Conduct and organize heritage and food walks Unit-1 Coordinating with Customers for a Trip: Booking Process Confirmation Details Communication Channels Unit-2 Planning Interesting Walks with Unique Stories: Researching Local History Discovering Unique Anecdotes Creating a Narrative Flow Unit-3 Briefing Customers about Local Rules and Regulations: Destination-Specific Regulations Customs and Etiquette Appropriate Dress Code Weather Considerations Unit-4 Providing Information on Basic Fitness and Medical Conditions: Fitness Level Requirements Medical Condition Disclosures Accessibility Considerations Unit-5 Engaging with Customers and Fact Presentation: Effective Communication Storytelling Techniques Encouraging Questions Unit-6 Informing Customers about Emergency Procedures: Emergency Contact Information Evacuation Plans First Aid Availability Unit-7 Warning Customers about Security Concerns: Pickpocket Awareness Crowd Safety Reporting Suspicious Activity Module 5: Providing and collecting after-trip information Unit -1Taking Customer Feedback: Feedback Collection Process Methods of Gathering Feedback Importance of Customer Input Unit -2 Collecting Colleague Feedback and Syncing with Customer Feedback: Team Collaboration in Walks Feedback Exchange Coordinated Improvement Efforts Unit -3 Encouraging Participation through Future Walk Calendars: Creating a Walk Schedule Providing Incentives for Participation Building Community Engagement Unit -4 Effectively Handling Grievances and Customer Complaints: Complaint Resolution Procedures Timely Response Strategies Customer Satisfaction Measures Unit 5-Identifying Key Themes for Walks and Collaborating with Experts: Theme Selection Process Expert Involvement Integrating Historians' Insights Researching Customer Feedback for Enhancements Module 6: Risk and Handling Emergencies Unit-1 Safety Measures in Different Environments: Walking on Narrow Lanes Navigating Rough Terrain Walking in Dark Places Coping with Scorching Sun Unit-2 Emergency Evacuation Plans for Natural Calamities: Landslide Preparedness Earthquake Response Protocols Building Collapse Procedures Unit-3 Emergency Evacuation Plans for Health-related Emergencies: First Aid Measures Contacting Emergency Services Coordination with Local Medical Facilities Unit-4 Conducting Risk Assessment during Walking Tours: Identifying Potential Hazards Assessing Terrain Risks Group Safety Considerations Unit-5 Important Considerations for Trip Preparation: Appropriate Clothing Choices Hydration Tips Face Mask Usage Weather Precautions