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Tiqets vs ToursByLocals

Tiqets and ToursByLocals are both tour platforms. Fees — Tiqets: Negotiated commission per ticket. ToursByLocals: Commission agreed when the guide account opens, deducted from gross tour price.

Updated · from each platform’s published fees and payout terms · how we verify

Key differences

  • Fees — Tiqets: Negotiated commission per ticket. ToursByLocals: Commission agreed when the guide account opens, deducted from gross tour price.
  • Both pay out via Bank transfer. Only ToursByLocals offers PayPal.
  • ToursByLocals screens providers before they can join, while Tiqets is open to anyone.
  • ToursByLocals is the older platform — founded in 2008, 6 years before Tiqets (2014).
  • Tiqets is based in Netherlands, ToursByLocals in Canada.

Which should you choose?

Choose Tiqets if…

  • You are just starting out and want to sign up without a screening.

Choose ToursByLocals if…

  • You want to withdraw via PayPal.
  • You are an experienced professional ready to pass a screening.
  • You prefer a long track record (since 2008).

Side by side

Tiqets A platform where attractions and tour operators sell tickets and experiences to travelers. Visit ToursByLocals A private tour marketplace connecting 400,000 travelers a year with 5,000+ vetted local guides in 175 countrie… Visit
Type Tour platforms like GetYourGuide Tour platforms like GetYourGuide
Category Travel & Experiences Travel & Experiences
Vetted No Yes
Work from home No No
Fees Negotiated commission per ticket Commission agreed when the guide account opens, deducted from gross tour price
Payout speed Monthly payments with an itemised invoice —
Withdraw via Bank transfer monthly Bank transfer, PayPal
Availability Worldwide 175 countries
Founded 2014 2008
Headquarters Amsterdam, Netherlands Vancouver, Canada
Popularity 48 views · 0 likes 61 views · 0 likes

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Tiqets or ToursByLocals?

Tiqets: Negotiated commission per ticket. ToursByLocals: Commission agreed when the guide account opens, deducted from gross tour price.

Where are Tiqets and ToursByLocals available?

Tiqets: Worldwide. ToursByLocals: 175 countries.

Which is easier to join, Tiqets or ToursByLocals?

Tiqets — anyone can sign up, while ToursByLocals screens providers before accepting them.