Shanghai Marathon 2024
Run the Shanghai Marathon 2024
The Shanghai Marathon 2024 is the highest-rated marathon in China and is categorised as a Platinum Label Road Race by World Athletics. Get the chance to race through the streets of Shanghai and enjoy the marvellous view along the Huangpu River with tens of thousands of other runners.
Marathon Tours & Travel offers a 4-night package staying at deluxe accommodation, located close to the race start at the Bund and the heart of the city centre. Expertly curated packages cater for runners and supporters alike and include invitations for you to take part in activities such as a welcome briefing, a half-day guided orientation tour of Shanghai including the Bund, Former French Concession and Yu Garden, a lunch at a local restaurant, a visit to the Expo to pick-up your race number, a warm-up run, pre-race dinner, post-race celebration dinner and drinks. Our bilingual, local Marathon Tours & Travel team will be on hand for guidance and support to help make your trip a fun, enjoyable and successful time.
Take advantage of your time in China and discover more of the landscape and people by adding on the 2-night pre-race extension to Hong Kong and the 4-night post-marathon extension to Xi’an and Beijing.
IMPORTANT: Please note the package is not applicable to Chinese passport holders (incl. HK/MAC/Taiwan ID), even if resident overseas.
Meals Included
Daily breakfasts included, lunch on Friday and dinners on Saturday and Sunday
Guide
Guidance & support from our bilingual local team
Transfers
Transfers included to and from the hotel to station/airport
Trip Extension
Trip extensions available upon request
Accommodation
4 nights in a deluxe hotel
Entry
Guaranteed Shanghai Marathon 2024 event entries available (non-runner discount available)
Celebration Party
Post-race celebration dinner and drinks included
Excursions
Half day sightseeing tour included. Additional optional half day tour to Shanghai Tower
A Helping Hand
Hosted on-site by Marathon Tours & Travel
Travel Package Information
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Itinerary
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Thursday 28 November 2024
The itinerary below reflects the 4-night package. We highly recommend adding the pre- and post-tour stays on to Hong Kong, Xi’an and Beijing, as this allows you the time to discover and enjoy much more of China.
Arrival Day
On arrival in Shanghai, we will transfer you to your selected hotel. Check in for your 4-night stay.
If you are joining from the pre-race extension in Hong Kong, your group airport arrival transfer is included.
The rest of the day is free for you to explore the city until 18:00 when the Marathon Tours & Travel Welcome Reception and Briefing will take place at the hotel – this is scheduled to last for 90 minutes, so if you are making dinner reservations, please make sure these are after 19:30.
Friday 29 November 2024
Half Day City Tour
After breakfast at the hotel, today’s morning tour of Shanghai starts at 09:00 and includes visits to the Bund, the Former French Concession and the Yu Garden.
For a century, the Bund has been one of the most recognisable symbols and the pride of Shanghai with the architecture along the Bund being a living museum of colonial history of the 1800’s. To the West of this stretch stand 52 buildings of various architectural styles, including Gothic, baroque, and neoclassical styles. It is often referred to as “the museum of buildings”.
The Former French Concession (FFC) has history and beauty in abundance. Typical features of this area are its gorgeous tree-lined avenues, perfect for long walks, and the huge variety of hip cafes and restaurants, concept bars and breweries, boutiques, art galleries and antiques stores.
The Yu Garden is a classical garden ranking among the must-see attractions in Shanghai. It dates back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) and was owned by a government officer named Pan Yunduan. Yu in Chinese means pleasing and satisfying, and this garden was especially built for Pan’s parents as a place for them to enjoy a tranquil and happy time in their old age.
After the tour we will enjoy lunch in a local Chinese restaurant.
This afternoon from 14:00 – 17:30 you will be escorted to the Shanghai Marathon EXPO by your Marathon Tours & Travel hosts.
After the EXPO, return to the hotel and your evening is at leisure
(Breakfast and Lunch included)
Saturday 30 November 2024
Warm-up Run, Optional Half Day Tour and Pre-race Dinner
The Warm-up Run (organised by Shanghai Marathon) takes place today – details and timings to be confirmed.
After breakfast, you have the option to enjoy a half day tour to visit Shanghai Tower – this tour has an extra charge and can be pre-booked. Estimated timings 09:30 – 12:30.
Shanghai Tower is the tallest building in China and the 2nd tallest building in the world, after the Burj Khalifa Tower, which has a long spire to boost its height. Like the Shanghai World Financial Centre and Jin Mao Tower which are the two other skyscrapers that are situated adjacent to it, there’s an observation deck at the uppermost floors of Shanghai Tower, named Top of Shanghai. Standing by the windows, visitors can enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the city, the beautiful river below and commanding views of many landmarks in the city such as the historic buildings with different architectural styles along the Bund and the Oriental Pearl Tower, which has long been seen as the icon of modern Shanghai.
18:00 – 20:00 Pre-Race Pasta Dinner (buffet; private venue tbc). Includes soft drinks and local mineral water
(Breakfast and Dinner included)
Sunday 1 December 2024
Race Day & Celebrations!
Today is RACE DAY – you’ll be able to walk from your hotel to the Race Start, assisted by our local Marathon Tours & Travel team of hosts.
The Shanghai Marathon is the highest-rated marathon in China and is categorised as a Platinum Label Road Race by World Athletics. Get the chance to race through the streets of Shanghai, and enjoy the marvellous views along the Huangpu River with tens of thousands of other runners.
Return shuttles to the Bund are provided by the Shanghai Marathon 2024 organisation.
18:00 – 20:00 Celebration Dinner (buffet; location and venue tbc). Includes soft drinks, local beer, local mineral water and house wine.
(Breakfast and Dinner included)
Monday 2 December 2024
Departure Day
Unless you have booked the extension to Xi’an and Beijing then we will bid you farewell today after breakfast at the hotel. Grouped transfers will be provided to the train station or airport, depending on the time of your flight.
It’s not goodbye but instead we’ll see you next time as we hope you will join us for another Marathon Tours & Travel trip.
For those joining the post-race extension to Xi’an and Beijing we will have a morning transfer to Shanghai Airport for our flight to Xi’an (flight details and time tbc).
(Breakfast included)
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Extensions
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The Marathon Tours & Travel Shanghai Marathon 2024 itinerary offers the opportunity to add on a pre-race extension to Hong Kong for 2 nights as well as a post-race extension to Xi’an and Beijing for 4 nights.
Pre-Race Extension to Hong Kong | 26 – 28 November 2024
- Two nights’ accommodation including breakfast at the Harbour Grand, Kowloon
- All land transfer arrangements in private vehicle with air-conditioning
- Airport transfers (arrival/departure in Hong Kong; arrival in Shanghai)
- Flight from Hong Kong to Shanghai in economy class
- All excursions and activities in private air-conditioned vehicle as mentioned
- English-speaking guide
- Mineral water on board vehicle during tours
Post-Race Extension to Xi’an and Beijing | 2 – 6 December 2024
- Four nights’ accommodation including breakfast at the hotels listed in the itinerary
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- All land transfer arrangements in private vehicle with air-conditioning
- Airport and station transfers Shanghai, Xi’an and Beijing as described in itinerary
- Flight from Shanghai to Xi’an in economy class
- High-speed train from Xi’an to Beijing in first class
- All excursions and activities as mentioned
- English-speaking local guides in Xi’an and Beijing
- Mineral water on board vehicle during tours
Note: Hong Kong and Xi’an/Beijing Extensions: International Flights
If you’re adding both pre- and post- extensions to the trip, international flights should be booked into Hong Kong and back from Beijing.
If you’re adding only the Hong Kong pre-race extension, international flights should be booked into Hong Kong and back from Shanghai.
If you’re adding only the post-race extension to Xi’an and Beijing, international flights should be booked into Shanghai and back from Beijing.
By adding on the Hong Kong extension, you will be able to take advantage of the Chinese “Transit” Visa.
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Packages & Rates
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Guaranteed Shanghai Marathon 2024 Entry
We are pleased to offer you guaranteed entry for the Shanghai Marathon 2024 event as part of our package. If you are planning to accompany a runner as a supporter/spectator you will receive a discount on the package price during the booking process.
Marathon Tours & Travel Shanghai Marathon Package includes:
- Stay at a deluxe hotel close to the Race Start for 4 nights
- Daily breakfasts, except on arrival day
- Other meals as included in the itinerary
- Transfers to and from the airport/station
- Welcome Briefing (Thursday)
- Half Day Shanghai guided orientation tour (Friday a.m.)
- Visit to the Shanghai Marathon 2024 EXPO (Friday p.m.)
- Optional Half Day guided Shanghai Tower tour (Saturday a.m.)
- Pre-race dinner (Saturday)
- Guaranteed entry to the Shanghai Marathon 2024
- Post-race celebration dinner (Sunday)
- Guidance and support from the local, bilingual Marathon Tours & Travel team in Shanghai
Travelling with children or require extra nights?
Contact us for a quote.
Room Policy
Marathon Tours & Travel’s policy is that anyone staying in our room block must be part of our package. If you plan to bring a spouse or guest, they must purchase our package. For example, if there are two of you, the rate would be the double occupancy rate (per person). If you purchase a single occupancy rate package, then only you are allowed in your room. To attend any of our activities, you must be part of our package.
IMPORTANT: Please note the package is not applicable to Chinese passport holders (incl. HK/MAC/Taiwan ID), even if resident overseas.
Note: Hong Kong and Xi’an/Beijing Extensions: International Flights
If you’re adding both pre- and post- extensions to the trip, international flights should be booked into Hong Kong and back from Beijing.
If you’re adding only the Hong Kong pre-race extension, international flights should be booked into Hong Kong and back from Shanghai.
If you’re adding only the post-race extension to Xi’an and Beijing, international flights should be booked into Shanghai and back from Beijing.
Refer to the Extensions section for details of our pre- and post-race extension packages to Hong Kong, Xi’an and Beijing.Please note all prices are per person in AUD.
Shanghai Marathon PackagePackage Type Double Occupancy Single Occupancy Cowne Plaza Shanghai Nanjing Road - Standard Room $2,279 $2,759 Westin Bund Center - Crown Deluxe Room $2,535 $3,235 Optional ExtensionsExtension Double Occupancy Single Occupancy Pre-Race Hong Kong Extension - 2 nights from 26 November - Harbour Grand Kowloon - Superior Room $2,359 $2,669 Post-Race Extension to Xi'an and Beijing - 4 nights from 2 December - Hilton Hotels Xi'an (Superior) & Beijing (Deluxe) Room $3,119 $3,575 Optional ExtrasOptional Add-On Rate Half Day Shanghai Tower Tour - 30 November $145 Non-Runner Discount (pp) $95
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Hotels
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Shanghai, ChinaCrowne Plaza Shanghai Nanjing Road
The 4-star Crowne Plaza Shanghai Nanjing Road, located in the city’s People’s Square area is set in the tourist paradise of Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street. The Bund, the delightful Yu Garden and the popular Xintiandi entertainment district are all close by and the start and finish line of the Shanghai Marathon 2024 is just 1.5km away on foot. The hotel offers elegantly designed bedrooms that are spacious and bright and provide comforts including premium bedding and full amenities to help keep you feeling fresh and energized.
Shanghai, ChinaWestin Bund CenterThe Westin Bund Center is located in dazzling downtown Shanghai, just two blocks from the vibrant promenade of the Bund waterfront and conveniently situated just 1km from the start and finish of the Shanghai Marathon 2024. This five star hotel sits in two towers, 26 stories above the neighbouring luxury brand shops and world famous restaurants. The hotel offers a heated pool and a WestinWORKOUT Fitness Studio as well as pampering treatments in the ISpa Shanghai. The luxurious rooms provide a fabulous night’s sleep in the plush Westin Heavenly Bed with high-tech amenities and superb views of the Huangpu River and the Bund or the Shanghai cityscape and Yu Garden.
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Event Information
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Run the Shanghai Marathon 2024 with Marathon Tours & Travel!
Run the Shanghai Marathon 2024 with us; China’s highest-rated marathon, categorised as a Platinum Label Road Race by World Athletics. Get the chance to race through the streets of Shanghai, and enjoy the marvellous view along the Huangpu River with tens of thousands of other runners. Our package takes care of you so you can enjoy the event, sightseeing and make the most of this amazing city.
Whilst in China you can also enjoy the pre-race and post-race extension tours to visit Hong Kong for 2 nights before moving on to Shanghai and then on to Xi’an and Beijing after the race for 4 nights.
Guaranteed Shanghai Marathon 2024 Entry
We are pleased to offer you guaranteed entry for the Shanghai Marathon 2024 included in our package. If you are a non-runner and coming along to support or spectate you can also buy the accommodation package with us and you will receive a discount during the booking process.
Race Date: Sunday 1 December 2024
Starting Times and Bib Numbers
Although we are licensed to sell official entries for the Shanghai Marathon 2024 events we have no influence over the allocation of starting times and bib numbers.
Race Rules
All official race rules must be followed. Information to follow when the route is confirmed.
Course
Information to follow when the route is announced.
Time Limit & Cut Offs
Information to follow when the route is announced.
Weather
Average temperatures range between 11 to 17 deg C (52 to 62 deg F).
Eligibility
Marathon entrants must be 20 years of age and over.
Awards
Everyone who finishes the Shanghai Marathon 2024 will receive a medal.
Event difficulty
Information to follow when the route is announced.
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Registration & Booking
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Conditions of Sale
IMPORTANT: Please note the package is not applicable to Chinese passport holders (incl. HK/MAC/Taiwan ID), even if resident overseas.
Please note we cannot sell race entry without accommodation package. Race entry is not refundable.
If you wish to make any changes to your reservations, administration and/or service fees might apply. For our general T&C’s please see here.
How to Book
To make your booking, click on the button at the top of the page, enquire and let us know your requirements including any optional extras. When you book, we will require a deposit to confirm your place.
Payments
When you confirm your booking, we will take a deposit payment. Subsequent payments are taken automatically.
Travel advice
Before you travel, check the ‘Entry requirements’ section for China’s current entry restrictions and requirements.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend travellers to take out comprehensive travel insurance with sufficient healthcare cover, including cover for existing medical conditions and any activities you plan to do.
You must ensure that your travel insurance policy covers you to participate in running events.
Security Policy
Marathon Tours & Travel’s security policy requires that anyone staying in our room block must be registered as part of our package. If a registered client attempts to house a non-registered guest and/or invite them to attend any of our scheduled activities, the registered guest’s tour package will be forfeited and parties may be denied access to future tours. Please note that no exceptions will be made as this policy will be strictly enforced.
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