San Francisco Electric Tour Company Wharf and Waterfront Guided Segway Tour

Wharf and Waterfront Guided Segway Tour San Francisco: San Francisco's First and Original Segway Tour - Operating Since 2004

The San Francisco Wharf and Waterfront Segway Tour is the most sensational way to see the city by the bay! You will love gliding through the waterfront on our New Fleet of Segway i2's Human Transporter - with Lean Steer. This journey will take you to the best views and hidden locations that San Francisco has to offer. You will love gliding through the waterfront on a Segway.

A city as unique as San Francisco demands a one-of-a-kind way to tour it. And the Segway is the answer! Tours are by reservation only. Most tours sell out. Reserve early! Read Our 1000+ Guest Reviews

Rider Requirements: Riders must be 12 years and older. The Segway is not appropriate for those weighing under 100 pounds or over 250 pounds.

 

Wharf and Waterfront Segway Tour San Francisco

Explore San Francisco's Waterfront on our fully Narrated and Guided Segway Sightseeing Waterfront Tour. The first and original Segway Tour in San Francisco. The tour route follows the waterfront and allows guests great views of San Francisco Bay and the City Skyline.

After a 40-45 minute training on how to safely operate the Segway, you will explore the San Francisco waterfront for two hours! Tours are limited to ten riders and ages 12 and up are welcome. All tours start on time, so please arrive 15 minutes early to check in. Most tours will stop for beverages and snacks. Every tour makes numerous stops for photos - so don't forget your camera.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Cable Car turn-around
• National Maritime Museum
• Municipal Pier and Aquatic Park
• Historic sailing ships at Hyde Street Pier
• Ghirardelli Square home of delicious chocolate
• WWII Liberty Ship and Submarine Pampanito
• Spectacular views of Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge
• Fisherman's Wharf, Fish Alley and its picturesque fishing harbors
• See the Dungeness Crab Stands in Historic Fisherman's Wharf
• Visit behind the scenes where the fishing industry, fleet and seafood processing are located
• Time permitting a loop through North Beach San Francisco's Little Italy.

Our goal is to let guests enjoy riding an eco-friendly Segway, see more sights than they could cover on foot and have lots of fun. An added benifit for the environment is a few less tour buses on the streets of the city each day.

OTHER FUN SEGWAY TOURS:

• Golden Gate Park Segway Tour
• Segway Night Tour
• San Francisco Advanced Hills Segway Tour

Wharf and Waterfront Segway Tour San Francisco
April - October: Daily at 9:00am, 12:30pm & 4:00pm
November - March: Daily at 10:00am & 1:30pm

Segway Requirements:

• Riders must be age 12 and older and weigh between 100 - 250lbs (45 to 115 kilos). Riders 12 - 17 years of age must be accompanied on tour by a parent or guardian.

• Segway Tour is Not Recommended for anyone over the age of 70 years or for guests with some mobility issues. Pleae call before booking to discuss. Pregnant women will not be allowed to participate in Segway Tour for safety reasons. No refunds for any member of your party if you do not meet these criteria.

No refunds for any member of your party if you do not meet these criteria.

From May 23 through May 28 2012 we will be celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the Golden Gate Bridge with commerative Wharf & Waterfront Segway Tours in place of our regular tour. A little extra fun for that one week.  (FYI: Segway Tour does not go to or on bridge)

 

DEPARTURE LOCATION:

Segway Tours depart from the rear parking lot at 757 Beach Street near the corner of Hyde Street. Located across Beach Street from the Hyde Street Cable Car turn around in Fisherman's Wharf.

A Wells Fargo Bank ATM is at the entrance to the driveway leading to our training area. Google Map to Start Location

PARKING:

• We do not have parking facilities at our training area. Street parking is limited and meters last a maximum of 2 hours. (Tours last over 2 hours) We do not reimburse parking costs.

• We have a negotiated discount parking for the Anchorage garage 500 Beach Street San Francisco, CA 94133 - 2 blocks East of our location on Beach Street. Rate is $10.00 for up to 8 hours. To get discount you must pick up a barcoded sticker coupon at our office and attach it to the Anchorage parking ticket before exiting garage. No discount is available without this parking coupon. This parking offer is subject to change or be canceled without notice. We are not affliated with or responsible for parking at the garage or operations of the Anchorage garage management company. Rate not available on major holidays.

• Paid Parking: Ghirardelli Square Garage: 900 Northpoint Street San Francisco CA 94109. Garage entrance is on Larkin Street between Beach Street and North Point Street. 1.5 blocks West of our location.

 

• Please click on this link for more details: Frequently Asked Questions

 

Payment:

Your credit card will be charged the total amount of products and services selected at the time of booking. We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover Cards.

Confirmation & Travel Voucher:

This tour must be booked at least 24 hours in advance of your travel date. Your confirmation for this product will be received within 12-24 hours subject to availability. You will receive a confirmation email with a link to your E-Ticket Voucher. Print this voucher on and present SIGNED voucher at departure location. Only one voucher will be created per tour or activity for all travelers.

IF YOU ARE LATE YOU WILL LOOSE YOUR RESERVATION Plan ahead - parking , driving times, public transit delays and traffic are always an issue: You must arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time to check in and start your tour and training on time! If you arrive late we will NOT let you join a tour group that has already started training and your reservation will be forfeited without a refund or reschedule. NO EXCEPTIONS

Cancellation, Changes & No Show Policy:

Cancellations within 72 hours of the tour are charged in full. Changes must be made 72 hours prior to tour date. Cancellations prior to 72 hours are fully refunded. We charge 100% for No Shows. If the tour is cancelled by the tour operator, the full ticket price will be refunded.

Requirements: Riders Must

Be age 12 and older and weigh between 100 - 250lbs (45 to 115 kilos). Riders 12 - 17 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. All Riders will be required to sign a waiver of liability. Riders 12 - 17yrs of age must have parent or guardian sign consent form.

Complete the Segway rider training and test ride. Wear the helmet and any safety gear that is provided with the tour. Respect road signs, pedestrians, bikes and cars for a safe enjoyable ride. Flip-flops, open-toe sandals, or high heels are not to be worn for this tour.

Be able to easily and quickly step on and off the Segway without assistance, which requires physical abilities similar to climbing and descending stairs without any assistance or use of a handrail. Riders will be standing for the entire length of the tour while on the Segway.

NOTE: Segway Tour is Not Recommended for anyone over the age of 70 years. Pregnant women will not be allowed to participate in Segway Tour for saftey reasons. Riders are responsible for all damage to equipment and will be required to pay damage fees as assessed by a company manager.

Liability Agreement:

All customers will be required to review and sign our tour agreement and liability waiver before starting their tour. The San Francisco Electric Tour Company assumes no responsibility for delays caused by accidents, breakdown, bad conditions of the road and other conditions beyond our control, in addition to insufficient numbers of guests. Not responsible for loss or damage to property.

Company Reserves the Right to:

Change the size or routing of the tour to meet demands for that specific day. Tours run fog, light rain or shine. Company suggests bringing dressing appropriately for weather condtions. Segways are designed to run in any weather. Routes may vary dependent on participants interests, time available and street openings.

Cancel any tour due to weather or other unforseen circumstances. Refuse participation to anyone who, in the opinion of a company representative, is incapable or unable to safely ride a segway.

Comfortable shoes, extra layer of warm clothing, hats, visors and sunglasses. Weather: Tour route or activity may be changed depending on local weather conditions. Gratuities and Souvenirs are not included.

All company policies can be found at www.tourcorp.com, and are part of this tour purchase.

All Segway Tour and Electric Bike Tour Options:

• San Francisco Guided Wharf & Waterfront Segway Tour - 2.5 Hours
• San Francisco Golden Gate Park Segway Tour - 2.5 Hours
• San Francisco Advanced Hills and Crooked Street Segway Tour - For Experience Riders Only - 2.5 Hours
• San Francisco Chinatown, North Beach Little Italy, Wharf and Waterfront Night Segway Tour - 2.5 Hours
• Sausalito CA Private Group Waterfront Segway Tour - 2.5 - 3 Hours
• COMBO: Alcatraz Ferry PLUS San Francisco Wharf & Waterfront Segway Tour - Full Day
• Fisherman's WharfPass If you will be visiting Fisherman's Wharf buy a WharfPass. Save with this One Low Price Admission Pass to the best Wharf Attractions, Sightseeing Tours and Bay Cruises.
• Electric Bike Guided Tour Over the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito with return by Bay Ferry + Bonus Bike rental time at end of tour - Daily Departures