Guided tours are a very complex and time-consuming process that requires not only in-depth knowledge in the fields of history and cultural studies, but also skills in rhetoric and psychology.
The most important step in preparing an excursion is drawing up its plan.
Instructions
Step 1
As a rule, writing an excursion plan consists of two stages: developing the route and writing the text of the excursion.
Step 2
The development of the route is the first thing to start with the drawing up of the excursion plan. If the excursion is planned in one place (palace, museum, etc.), think over the scheme of movement of the group in this place in accordance with the plan of the building (or area). Describe where the excursion will start, how much time the group will spend near each exhibit, how long the excursion will take in total and what time it will end.
If you are planning a city tour with a visit to several attractions, plan the route of the sightseeing bus as well, working out the optimal traffic pattern taking into account the traffic situation.
Step 3
The second stage is writing the text of the excursion. The text should not contain any disagreements with historical facts, therefore, when writing an excursion, make references to those sources where you get information from. After all, if some listener disagrees with you and tries to argue what was said, you can always tell him where your information comes from and how to check it.
At the same time, remember that the text should not only be informative, but also not boring, holding the attention of the audience.
Step 4
When the text of the excursion is written, match it in time with the route so that your story about each exhibit takes exactly as long as the excursion group will have to spend near it.
