WhatsApp Driving Lesson Sales Setup

I have 40 fully-prepared driving lesson packages that I want to sell directly through WhatsApp. All course materials, pricing, and bundle details are finished; what I lack is a smooth sales funnel inside WhatsApp itself.

I’m still weighing whether a simple WhatsApp Business catalogue will do, if the official WhatsApp API would give more flexibility, or if a third-party tool makes better sense. I’ll rely on your advice here—please explain the trade-offs, expected running costs, and any approval steps so I can pick the best route quickly.

Once the platform choice is locked, I’ll need you to:

• Build or import a clean catalogue listing for the 40 lesson packages, including thumbnails, short summaries, and prices.
• Create automated welcome, nurture, and follow-up message templates (broadcast or one-to-one, depending on the chosen setup).
• Integrate payment links or an inline checkout so students can pay and receive instant confirmation inside the chat.
• Set up tagging or simple CRM hand-off so I can track enquiries, paid students, and lesson progress.
• Provide a brief hand-over guide and a 30-minute walk-through call so I know how to maintain or tweak the system myself.

Acceptance criteria
1. Every package appears correctly in WhatsApp with description, media, and price.
2. A first-time user can move from initial enquiry to completed payment without manual intervention.
3. All automated messages send in the right sequence and display no template errors.
4. I receive a concise, clear user manual and recording of the hand-over session.

If you have recent experience launching course or service sales on WhatsApp—especially with payment integration—let me know. Links to similar workflows you’ve built will help me choose quickly.