Achilles Tours

Who is Achilles \A-kĭl'ēz\? Achilles, or Aχιλλεύς in Greek, was a formidable and nearly unstoppable Greek war hero. And although he is often remembered for his one and only weakness, he was in fact, the central character and the greatest warrior of Homer's Iliad. We have taken his name from Greek mythology as a homage, an inspiration really, for what we can all become, even with our vulnerabilities. Who We are Achilles Tours is a passionate family of runners that have come together to offer a unique opportunity for travelers and locals to experience their destination or their city in a whole new way. Whether it's through a sightseeing tour, or an urban workout, our friendly and experienced guides take you on an unparalleled journey through one of the country's most visited cities.

We cater to runners of all ages and capabilities and have decades of running experience to accommodate anyone who wants to experience San Francisco up close and personal and to the bottom of their soles!

So whether you're a business traveler who just wants to go for a run outdoors without the headache and worry of finding a route, a marathon runner in training that needs to crank out a set  number of miles, or a family who is looking for an active and fun alternative to the traditional sedentary tour options, we've got a run for you!

And what makes Achilles Tours different from EVERYONE else? We understand the exhilaration that comes from tieing up your running shoes and hitting the road- then we combine that with a local's insight and expertise to provide out guests with an unforgettable experience.

Mission
Achilles Tours was created by combining our passion for running with our love for sharing the rich history and beauty of our city with travelers and locals alike. We offer an eco-friendly, healthy and safe alternative to visitors and tourists by providing sightseeing tours and urban workout runs. Experience an Achilles tour and become a part of our running community and our city!

Community
Through volunteer opportunities and other initiatives, Achilles Tours supports the local and global community at every chance we get!

One such way is by providing FREE 'mystery' runs once a month to anyone who is interested in joining. These guided runs start in a location provided on our site before the run and take participants to a 'mystery' local point of interest. At the location, the guide provides a brief history while runners take a short rest break. We then turn around and head back to our starting point sharing our gorgeous city and creating new friendships all along the way. For more info, visit our Facebook Page (and like us) here: http://www.facebook.com/AchillesTours.SF

Additionally, Achilles Tours has joined Sunday Streets, a San Francisco based organization that promotes health, wellness, and physical activity in the community one Sunday a month at various locations around the city. You can join us there for a FREE Achilles Tours guided run at any of the upcoming Sunday Streets San Francisco events. For more info, visit their website here: http://sundaystreetssf.com/

Although we are located in San Francisco, we realize that we have a global impact responsibility to not only look after our health, but the health of the planet as well. That is why Achilles Tours constantly strives to buy, use, and participate in eco-friendly products and activities. And what could be more eco-friendly than running?!