{"id":1242,"date":"2023-03-13T05:22:01","date_gmt":"2023-03-12T18:52:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marathontoursandtravel.com.au\/events\/athens-marathon-2\/"},"modified":"2026-04-27T17:50:11","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T08:20:11","slug":"athens-marathon","status":"publish","type":"events","link":"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-au\/events\/athens-marathon\/","title":{"rendered":"Athens Marathon, 10K &amp; 5K"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"featured_media":965,"template":"","event_types":[14,11],"event_locations":[7],"event_distances":[31,8],"event_course_types":[13],"event_seasons":[10],"class_list":["post-1242","events","type-events","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","event_types-half-marathon","event_types-marathon","event_locations-europe","event_distances-10k","event_distances-marathon","event_course_types-urban","event_seasons-autumn"],"acf":{"event_hero_image":960,"event_logo":1007,"event_logo_background":{"enable":false,"background_colour":"#FFFFFF"},"event_status":"available","event_status_labels_available":"book-now","event_status_labels_waitlist":"available-soon","event_status_labels_off_sale":"sold-out","event_waitlist_button":{"link_option":"external","":null,"external_link":""},"event_additional_buttons":null,"event_book_button":{"link_option":"external","":null,"external_link":{"title":"Book Now","url":"https:\/\/bookingau.marathontours.com\/experience\/athens-the-authentic-marathon-10km-and-5km-2026\/147","target":"_blank"}},"event_extra_button":{"title":"Enquire Now","url":"#booknow","target":""},"event_overview":"<h2>Make History at the Athens Marathon 2026<\/h2>\r\nDid you know the Athens Marathon 2026 race is inspired by the Ancient Greek legend of Pheidippides, a messenger who is said to have run from Marathon to Athens to bring news of the Greek victory over the Persians at the Battle of Marathon? This is your opportunity to run the original marathon route, following in those victorious steps.\r\n\r\nRated by Runners World UK as one of the 100 best races in the world (handpicked by a panel of athletes and experts in 2022), the Athens Marathon 2026 will allow you to experience the wonder of this city while <em>feeling the buzz<\/em>\u00a0of a marathon event.\r\n\r\nRun through history with more than 43,000 runners and 80,000 spectators.","event_overview_button":"","event_feature_icons":null,"event_features":{"meals_included":{"detail":"Daily breakfasts included and dinner on Saturday\r\n","title":"Meals Included"},"guide":{"title":"Guide","detail":"Guidance and support from our team. 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Check-in is at 1:00 pm. If your room is not available upon your arrival, they will hold your bags should you wish to start exploring. Tonight, join us for a welcome drink and get together at the hotel. It offers a perfect opportunity to ask questions and get to know fellow runners."},{"day_title":"Saturday, November 7","day_content":"<strong>Shake-out Run, 5K race and Pre-race Dinner<\/strong>\r\n\r\nIn the morning Marathon Tours &amp; Travel invite you to join us in the hotel lobby before leaving for an orientation run. It will acquaint you with the local area and shake-out any travel tiredness. The run will be an easy 5k route at a pace comfortable for all fitness levels.\r\n\r\nThe rest of today is a free day for you to explore the city.\r\n\r\nTonight, we will gather for a pre-race pasta dinner at the hotel.\r\n\r\n<em>(Breakfast and dinner are included)<\/em>\r\n\r\n<strong>Note to the Official 5K Athens Road Race Runners:<\/strong> The 5K starts at 5:00 pm and it is requested you be at the starting area by 4:30 pm latest. A walking transfer will be provided from the hotel to the starting area, which is approximately a 20-minute walk away. The walk back to the hotel from the finish at the stadium is approximately 30 minutes or 15 minutes on public transport."},{"day_title":"Sunday, November 8","day_content":"<strong>Race Day<\/strong>\r\n\r\nAfter an early breakfast a private bus transfer will be leaving at 06:00 am to take you to the marathon race start. For those running the 10K, the race will start later this morning. \u00a0At 07:00 am there will be a walking transfer to the 10K starting area an approximately 20-minute walk away from the hotel. The walk back to the hotel from the finish at the stadium is approximately 30 minutes or 15 minutes on public transport.\r\n\r\nAfter a momentous day on the 10K or marathon course. Please join your Marathon Tours &amp; Travel host for a post-race celebration the first drink is on us!\r\n\r\n<em>(Breakfast is included)<\/em>"},{"day_title":"Monday, November 9","day_content":"<strong>Departure Day<\/strong>\r\n\r\nYou are free to depart at leisure today, after the hotel check-out. If you would like to stay longer please enquire with our team about extra nights or an upgrade to Island Cruise.\r\n\r\n(Breakfast included)"}]}],"event_extensions":"<strong>Pre-race extension: <\/strong><strong>Classical Tour with Meteora + 1 Night at Athens Tiare 02\/11\/26 \u2013 06\/11\/26\u00a0<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Description:<\/strong> This journey begins with a scenic drive along the coastal road to the Corinth Canal for a brief stop, followed by a visit to the ancient Theatre of Epidaurus. Continuing to Nauplion and then to the archaeological wonders of Mycenae including the famed Tomb of Agamemnon you travel onward through Tripolis and Megalopolis to reach Olympia for an overnight stay with dinner. The next day includes visits to Olympia\u2019s Archaeological Site, the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium, and the museum before driving through Eliad and Achaia and crossing the impressive Rion\u2013Antirion bridge. Passing through Nafpactos and Itea, you arrive in Delphi for dinner and an overnight stay. On the third day, you explore Delphi\u2019s Archaeological Site and Museum in the morning before departing for Kalambaka, near the Meteora rock formations, where you spend the night with dinner included. The final day features an inspiring visit to the Meteora monasteries, renowned for their dramatic setting and Byzantine art before returning to Athens via Trikala, Lamia, and a short stop at Thermopylae, arriving in the evening.\r\n\r\n<strong>Includes:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Seat on coach with accommodation 4-star hotels<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Half board (4 breakfast &amp; 3 dinners)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>English speaking tour guide<\/li>\r\n \t<li>All entrances fees as per programme<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Post-race extension: <\/strong><strong>Celestyal Cruise 09\/11\/26 \u2013 13\/11\/2026<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Description:<\/strong> Embark on a 4-night cruise exploring ancient history, Greek culture, and stunning scenery. Start in Athens, then experience Mykonos\u2019 vibrant nightlife. Visit Ephesus in Turkey, relax on Patmos, and discover Rhodes\u2019 medieval wonders at the Acropolis of Lindos. Hear mythical tales in Crete and conclude with a breath-taking sunset in Santorini, famous for its blue-domed churches. A journey filled with authentic cuisine, iconic sights, and unforgettable memories\r\n\r\n<strong>Includes:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Snacks from the Greek Deli and Pizza Oven<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Unlimited drinks (coffee, tea, water, juice, sodas)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Complimentary Wi-Fi<\/li>\r\n \t<li>A variety of onboard entertainment such as music sessions and evening shows<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Port fees and gratuities are covered<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<div><strong>*** Day by Day Itineraries coming soon***<\/strong><\/div>","event_extensions_packages":null,"event_packages_and_rates":"<h3>Athens Marathon Package: November 6 \u2013 9 2026<\/h3>\r\n<strong>Marathon Tours &amp; Travel Athens Marathon 2026 package includes:<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Includes the following:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Stay at a central Athens 4* hotel for 3 nights, taxes included<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Airports transfer \u2013 arrival and departure<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Daily breakfasts, excluding arrival day<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Welcome drink and get together (Friday)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pre-race Pasta Dinner (Saturday)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Race pack delivery to hotel (if you book your entry with us)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Walking transfers to both 5km and 10km race starts<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Private bus transfer to marathon race start<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Guidance and support from Marathon Tours &amp; Travel on-site<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>Not included<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Athens Marathon, 10km or 5km Entry (available at an additional cost)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Anything not mentioned in the inclusions above<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>A longer stay?<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:hello@marathontoursandtravel.com.au\">Contact us<\/a> for a quote or use our easy booking tool to find out the cost and pay.\r\n\r\n<strong>Travelling with children?<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"mailto:hello@marathontoursandtravel.com.au\">Contact us<\/a>\u00a0for a quote for child policies.\r\n\r\n<strong>Room Policy<\/strong>\r\n\r\nMarathon Tours &amp; Travel\u2019s policy is that anyone staying in our room block must be part of our package. 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