Built for Tour Guides Who Want Better Clients
Not More Noise. You’ve worked hard to build your reputation. But between endless emails, ghosting, and middlemen taking big cuts, it’s easy to feel like your talent isn’t reaching the right agents
Invite. Connect. Save 75% of time—for you and your clients, worldwide.
Discover Whether Pagoda Is the Right Fit for You
Average time savings: 75% on every itinerary
Who is Pagoda Explorer for?
Pagoda connects you directly with professional travel advisors
Qualified agents selling high-end, personalized trips to Japan — not tourists or resellers. No more chasing leads or losing commissions to platforms that don't care. Pagoda becomes your most cost-effective marketing partner, connecting you directly with agents ready to book.
The Problem Every Independent Guide Faces
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Pagoda is where serious travel professionals collaborate
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Connect directly with verified travel agents
No public listings, no tourists — only curated agents planning high-end, private tours,.
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Get paid securely
Payments are consolidated and protected in escrow until aftert he trip.
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Build repeat partnerships
When an agent loves your service, they add you to their favorites— meaning recurring business, not one-offs.
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Earn lifetime exposure
Get discovered by other agents through our network effects: once you’re invited, you’re visible across all connected agencies
Why Professional Guides Choose Pagoda
Work With Professional Travel Agents.
Every agent on Pagoda is vetted. They plan complex, custom itineraries — not mass-market group tours. You collaborate directly with professionals who understand logistics, value expertise, and appreciate quality service.
Secure Your Income
All bookings use consolidated payments with escrow protection. No more worrying about late or missing transfers — you get paid automatically when the trip completes.
Get Found by Top Agents
Pagoda is used by hundreds of travel agents and host agencies specializing in Japan. When you join, your profile becomes visible to every one of them —instantly expanding your reach without extra marketing.
Then Access Everyone Else's Suppliers
Use built-in messaging and video calls (with Google Meet integration) to discuss itineraries securely — no personal contact info required. Control Your Business
- Set your own prices
- Choose which requests to accept
- Manage all bookings, reviews, and payments in one place
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Ready to Upgrade?
Pagoda Foundation
Free Plan
Perfect for testing the platform
This plan includes
Full marketplace access to Japan's 100+ vetted suppliers.
Create itineraries, communicate with guides, experience the time savings.
Zero monthly fees.
Pagoda Explorer
$99
/Per month
Your own global supplier ecosystem
This plan includes
Get discovered by 1,000+ travel agents worldwide.
Upload unlimited tours.
Expand beyond your current 5-10 agent relationships and join the professional network.
Pagoda Pro
$99
/Per month
For tour guides and operators
This plan includes
Invite unlimited suppliers worldwide.
Build your marketplace.
Earn 3% perpetual commissions.
And more
How it works
1. Create Your Account
Add your services, introduce yourself, your guides, by uploading a video, all your previous tours that you and your previous clients love, add photos, and specialties
2. Get Verified
Our team reviews your details and approves your account
3. Start Receiving Requests
Travel agents upload their clients' multi-day wishlists, and Pagoda breaks them into individual days—creating jobs you can bid on. When you bid, you're telling the agent you're available. They'll see your profile, past tours, and can message you directly through the platform. No more emails or spreadsheets—just chat or hop on a Google Meet.
4. Secure Bookings, Guaranteed Payments
You confirm availability, the agent books, and funds are held securely until 48 hours after the trip
4. Build Long-Term Partnerships
Once you’re in, you can be discovered by hundreds of agents across the US and beyond
Why Pagoda Is Different
Continuous growth — new destinations, more agents, more bookings every month
Network effects — every new agent or guide adds value foreveryone
Payment protection — escrow-based system with Airwallex integration
Only vetted travel professionals — no tourists, no fake agents, private tours only
Hand-vetted guides across Japan, expanding to Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia in 2026.
Ready to Join the Professional Network for Asia’s Best Guides?
Pagoda connects you directly with hundreds of trusted travel agents planning custom trips daily. You stay in control — we just make it easier, safer, and more profitable.
Work with professionals. Get paid securely.
Got Questions?
We've Got Answers
Explore Our FAQ Section for Clarity and Insight!
Do I really only work with vetted travel agents?
Yes. Pagoda Explorer is exclusively for B2B travel professionals. You’ll collaborate only with verified travel agents — no tourists, no resellers, no low-budget platforms.
How does payment protection work?
Funds are held in escrow, and released 48 hours after the tour has been completed.
Will I still control my prices and availability?
Yes. We don’t set your earnings — you simply bid on tours when you have the availability to take them on.
How will agents find me?
Agents will find you through our curated platform, where your profile and expertise are visible to travel professionals seeking guides for their tours.
How can I create more eyeballs on my services?
Add tours anytime — the more you post, the more agents see you. Focus on what stands out: your best trips, your unique experiences.
