Tour Operations Executive Jobs in Pune
A tour operations executive turns a confirmed booking into a delivered trip. They block hotels and transfers, confirm supplier services, issue vouchers, manage changes and handle anything that breaks while the customer is travelling. In Pune, hiring is concentrated around Kothrud, Baner, Viman Nagar, Hinjawadi.
What does a tour operations executive do?
Operations is where profit is either protected or leaked. Every unconfirmed service, late voucher or missed transfer costs money and reputation. The role rewards people who are calm, systematic and relentless about confirmations.
Day to day
- Block and confirm hotels, transfers and activities with suppliers
- Issue vouchers and travel documents on time
- Track amendments and cancellations against supplier policy
- Coordinate on-trip issues with the support desk
- Reconcile supplier invoices against the file
The Pune travel job market
Group tours, honeymoon and domestic packages with a growing corporate desk market feeding off the IT and manufacturing belt.
Tour Operations Executive salary in Pune
| Experience | Fixed band |
|---|---|
| Freshers, 0 years | 1.8 to 2.4 LPA |
| Up to 2 years | Up to 3.9 LPA |
| 2 to 3 years | Up to 5 LPA |
| 3+ years | Value based, discussed on the call |
Salary data last reviewed 2026-08-14.
Skills and tools employers test
- Supplier coordination
- Documentation accuracy
- Cancellation policy knowledge
- Calm handling of live escalations
Tools: Back office or ERP system, Supplier extranets, Excel, WhatsApp for live coordination
How to get hired as a tour operations executive
- State how many files a month you handled and your error rate
- Name the supplier systems you have actually operated
- Have one on-trip failure story and how you recovered it
Frequently asked questions
What is the salary for tour operations in India?
Freshers are placed at 1.8 to 2.4 LPA. Up to two years runs to about 3.9 LPA and two to three years to about 5 LPA, with value based pay beyond that.
Can I move from operations to sales?
Yes, and operations people often become strong consultants because they cost accurately. Say so explicitly on your application so we position you for it.
Does Lead Miles charge candidates any fee?
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