Fogcutter Tours is the passion project of longtime San Franciscan Eric Schaefer. Climb aboard his custom open-air “Woody” van—a playful tribute to vintage surf wagons—and weave through quiet lanes, sweeping overlooks, and characte...
Eric clearly knows how to create memorable San Francisco experiences. With a perfect track record across numerous reviews, he consistently impresses travelers with his deep knowledge of the city's history, culture, and hidden gems. What stands out most is his flexibility – he tailors each tour to his groups' interests, whether that means adding stops at the Mrs. Doubtfire house or adjusting the route based on weather. Multiple veteran travelers and even San Francisco locals mention learning new things and discovering places they'd never seen before. The intimate, small-group format gets praised repeatedly for feeling more like a friend showing you around than a typical tour. Eric remembers names, shares dad jokes, brings blankets on chilly days, and has even been known to provide birthday cookies. Families with teens report everyone staying engaged throughout, while travel agents with decades of experience call this a must-do. He provides thoughtful recommendations for lunch spots and other activities, and travelers appreciate his accommodating, personable approach that makes saying goodbye feel genuinely sad.
This tour with tour guide Eric is a must in San Francisco! The only tour to consider, Eric takes you to places, walk’s you up streets and personalises the experience. From tips to where to have lunch to a cookie for my son because it was his birthday! This tour from a local is more like having a friend drive you round this beautiful city. Highly recommend!!! Thanks Eric
Michelle Cathcart
September 26, 2025
This tour with tour guide Eric is a must in San Francisco! The only tour to consider, Eric takes you to places, walk’s you up streets and personalises the experience. From tips to where to have lunch to a cookie for my son because it was his birthday! This tour from a local is more like having a friend drive you round this beautiful city. Highly recommend!!! Thanks Eric
Michelle Cathcart
September 26, 2025