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San Francisco, CA-- San Francisco Electric Tour Company is the first
and only company to offer tours of the San Francisco waterfront on the world's
first and only self-balancing electric transport mechanism, the Segway.
Combining the unique transport qualities of the Segway with the beauty of San
Francisco, these tours provide an entirely new way to experience the city by
the bay. San Francisco Electric Tour Company pioneered the tour in San Francisco
and is the only company offering it in the city.
"A city as unique as San Francisco demands a one-of-a-kind way to tour
it," explained founder Brian Huber. "Segways are an incredibly innovative
way to appreciate Fisherman's Wharf and the waterfront. They're fun, they're
safe, and ideal for families looking for new touring experiences."
First introduced in 2003, the Segway is an electric transport mechanism that
is guided by the rider's natural motions for forward and backward maneuvering.
It easily navigates most walkable areas, including paved surfaces, dirt roads,
grass, and inclines.
"After a 35-45 minutes of training on how to safely operate the Segway,
riders explore the San Francisco waterfront for 2 - 2 1/2 hours," Huber
said. "The Segway expands the amount of ground a person covers from a few
blocks to six to eight miles."
Tours begin at Fisherman's Wharf and cover the Cable Car turnaround, Ghirardelli
Square, National Maritime Museum and the historic sailing ships, Fort Mason
(former military base, now a historic landmark), Marina Green, Palace of Fine
Arts (once the site of the 1915 Panama Pacific Exposition). Tours include views
of Alcatraz and Historic Piers. A refreshment break and numerous photo stops
are included.
From March September departures are 9:15 am and 1:15 pm . April
until October (Summer and Fall) departures are 9:00 am, 12:45
pm and 4:30 pm daily. All Segway Tours depart from Fisherman’s
Wharf. Fees are $ 65.00 per person (includes helmet and training) and reservations
are required. Riders must be between 12 and 65 years of age; people under 18
must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Tours are limited to ten riders.
Riders must be over 100 pounds and less than 250 pounds. Other custom tours
are available for corporate and private groups. For more information, visit
http://www.sfelectrictour.com.
ABOUT SAN FRANCISCO ELECTRIC TOUR COMPANY
San Francisco Electric Tour Company opened in October 2004 and the rider training
facility is located at 757 Beach Street in San Francisco. The company is a division
of TourCorp, Inc., a family-owned business whose owners have operated numerous
successful San Francisco tour and travel businesses for more than 12 years.
For more information visit the Web site at http://www.sfelectrictour.com.
Tour reservations also can be made by phoning 415-474-3130.
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