Tour operator activities

NACE code 79.12 covers the activities of tour operators, which play a crucial role in the tourism industry. Tour operators are responsible for designing, organizing, and selling tour packages that combine various travel-related services, such as transportation, accommodation, and activities. They act as intermediaries between travelers and service providers, offering a convenient and comprehensive travel experience. The tour operator industry is a significant contributor to the broader economy, generating employment, revenue, and supporting a wide range of related sectors, including hospitality, transportation, and leisure activities.

Tour operators typically follow a multi-step process to create and deliver their tour packages. This includes researching and selecting destinations, negotiating with service providers, designing itineraries, and packaging the various components into a cohesive offering. Tour operators also handle the logistics of booking transportation, accommodations, and activities, as well as providing on-the-ground support and assistance to travelers during their tours.

The main inputs required for the tour operator industry include access to a wide range of travel-related services, such as transportation (e.g., airlines, trains, buses), accommodation (e.g., hotels, resorts, vacation rentals), and activity providers (e.g., tour guides, event organizers, attractions). Tour operators also rely on skilled personnel, such as travel consultants, tour managers, and customer service representatives, to design, coordinate, and deliver their tour packages. Additionally, they require access to information and data on destinations, travel trends, and customer preferences to inform their product development and marketing strategies.

The primary output of the tour operator industry is the sale of comprehensive tour packages to individual travelers and groups. These packages typically include a combination of transportation, accommodation, and various activities and experiences. The tour operator industry's outputs are consumed by a wide range of NACE codes, including 49.10 Passenger rail transport, interurban, 49.31 Urban and suburban passenger land transport, 49.39 Other passenger land transport n.e.c., 55.10 Hotels and similar accommodation, 56.10 Restaurants and mobile food service activities, and 93.21 Activities of amusement parks and theme parks.