Tour Guide Tip Calculator
Calculate appropriate tips for tour guides and group tours (per person per day)
Tour Guide Tipping Guide
Tipping tour guides is customary in most countries and expected for good service. Tip amounts vary significantly based on tour type, location, and duration.
Tour Guide Tipping Standards
- Half-Day Group Tour: $5-10 per person
- Full-Day Group Tour: $10-20 per person
- Multi-Day Group Tour: $10-20 per person per day
- Private Tour Guide (half-day): $20-50 total
- Private Tour Guide (full-day): $50-100+ total
- Walking Tour (2-3 hours): $5-15 per person
- Free Walking Tour: $10-20 per person (tips are their only payment)
- Bus/Coach Tour Driver: $2-5 per person per day (separate from guide)
International Tour Tipping
- Europe: €5-10 per person per day for group tours.
- Asia: $5-10 per person per day (varies by country).
- Latin America: $10-15 per person per day.
- Africa Safaris: $10-20 per person per day for guide, $5-10 for tracker/driver.
- Cruise Excursions: $5-10 per person for half-day, $10-20 for full-day.
- Adventure Tours: 10-15% of tour cost for specialized guides (climbing, diving, etc.).
When to Tip More
- Exceptional Knowledge: Guide provided fascinating insights and stories.
- Went Above and Beyond: Extra stops, photography help, restaurant recommendations.
- Handled Issues: Solved problems or adapted to unexpected changes.
- Personal Attention: Small group or felt personally cared for.
- Local Insider: Provided authentic local experience beyond typical tourist sites.
Tip in local currency when possible, or US dollars are widely accepted. Tip at end of tour, not beginning. For multi-day tours, tip at conclusion or daily.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about tipping for this service
Tip $5-10 per person for half-day group tours, $10-20 per person for full-day group tours, and $50-100+ total for private tour guides. Multi-day tours: $10-20 per person per day.
Yes! 'Free' walking tours pay guides entirely through tips. Tip $10-20 per person (€10-15 in Europe). This is their only payment - don't skip!
Yes, tip bus/coach drivers $2-5 per person per day separately from the tour guide. They provide different services and both deserve tips.
Tip $10-20 per person per day for safari guides, $5-10 per day for trackers/spotters, and $5-10 per day for camp staff. Multi-day safaris: tip at the end.
Yes, tip $5-10 per person for half-day excursions, $10-20 for full-day. This is separate from your prepaid cruise gratuities.