Backroads Trip Leaders

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What We're Looking For

Do you enjoy serving others? Are you passionate about the outdoors? Are you a hard worker with a positive attitude? Are you a natural leader who inspires confidence? Are you an engaging conversationalist? We’re seeking these qualities—and more—in our applicants for Trip Leaders. Read more.

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Roles of a Trip Leader

Traveling with a Backroads leader is like traveling in the company of a guide, concierge, translator, cultural ambassador and best friend all in one. They’re natural leaders with an intuitive understanding of legendary service and passionate about sharing experiences and knowledge with our guests. Read more.

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Hiring & Training Process

There are three stages in our hiring process plus graduation from the Backroads Leadership Training Program. Read more about hiring and training.

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Hiring & Training Dates

View our Hiring Events and Backroads Leadership Training Program dates.

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Compensation & Benefits

Backroads sets the industry standard for the total leader compensation and benefit package. Read more.

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Meet Our Leaders

Backroads Trip Leaders enrich our guests' experiences with personality and a desire to make others happy! Meet some of our Trip Leaders here.

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Praise for Leaders

Each year thousands of guests honor us with heartfelt kudos for our Trip Leaders. Read a sampling of our guest praise.

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FAQ

Got questions about working for Backroads? We've got answers! Read our frequently asked questions.

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