Viator

Viator is the world's leading marketplace for tours and activities, owned by Tripadvisor. It connects travelers with over 300,000 experiences like helicopter tours, cooking classes, and skip-the-line tickets. For travel bloggers and agents, the Viator Partner Program is a goldmine.

Affiliates earn an 8% commission on bookings, which is high for the travel sector. Since tours can cost hundreds of dollars, the payouts are significant. It is a legitimate and reliable partner program with a 30-day cookie window, trusted by thousands of travel creators.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. specific commission rate?

The standard commission rate is 8% of the booking value. If a user books a $200 tour through your link, you earn $16. High-volume partners can negotiate higher rates.

2. How do I get paid?

Viator pays partners via Direct Deposit (EFT) or PayPal. Payments are issued monthly for bookings that have been consumed (travel completed) in the previous month.

3. specific cookie duration?

Viator offers a 30-day cookie window. This means if a user clicks your link and books any tour within 30 days, you get the commission, even if it wasn't the specific tour you linked to.

4. Can I list my own tour?

Yes, tour operators can sign up as a "Supplier" to list their experiences on Viator. You pay a commission to Viator only when you get a booking, gaining access to millions of Tripadvisor users.

5. Is it free to join?

Yes, both the Affiliate Program and the Supplier Program are free to join. There are no monthly fees, only performance-based commissions.