TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS
Run the 2025 TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS!
Run the 7th Abbott World Marathon Major at the TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS! Run one of the world’s most scenic marathon courses, taking in some of Sydney’s most spectacular and historic landmarks including the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House.
Sydney is Australia’s largest and most famous city. You can expect to experience the fascinating vibey harbour, white sandy beaches of Bondi Beach, the unique Sydney Opera House with its defined shape like billowing white sails and the impressive steel arch of the Harbour Bridge. As with any major city you can discover so much more to see and do. This beautiful cosmopolitan city is a celebration of cultural diversity and heritage and has a passion for arts and sports.
A trip to Australia would not be complete without a visit to Kangaroo Island! Why not tick another race off your bucket list the week before the TCS Sydney Marathon and complete the Aussie Challenge…
Run the Kangaroo Island Marathon 2025!
Meals Included
Daily breakfasts included and dinner on Saturday
Guide
Guidance & support from our team
Trip Extension
Extra nights available on request
Accommodation
Excellent 5* hotel in a central location
Entry
Guaranteed Race Entry
Celebration Party
Post-race celebration reception included
Excursions
Welcome reception, Sightseeing tour & Expo, a harbour cocktail cruise included
Worldwide Events
Abbott World Marathon Major
Coopah
2 week free trial for Coopah training plans
Travel Package Information
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Itinerary
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Thursday 28 August
Arrival Day
Welcome to Sydney!
Make your way from the airport to the hotel and check in. Usually, hotel rooms are ready from 15:00, but if you arrive earlier you can leave your luggage at the hotel and explore the surrounding area!
Between 10:00-15:00 today a representative will be waiting in the lobby to greet you and answer any questions you might have.
Friday 29 August
Half-day Sightseeing Tour & Sydney Marathon Harbour Cruise
This morning after breakfast we take our half day sightseeing tour. The tour will conclude at the Sydney Running Show. Pick up your bib and explore the stalls before making your own way back to the hotel at your leisure.
This evening join our exclusive Sydney Marathon Harbour Cruise with runners from all over the world, for 2 hours you will enjoy the beauty of the
harbour as you look back onto the Sydney skyline. The cruise will include substantial canapes and a drink on arrival.(Breakfast and Evening Canapes included)
Saturday 30 August
Shake-Out Run & Pre-Race Dinner
This morning after breakfast you are welcome to join for a light shake-out run along the harbour. This will be at an easy pace and is a chance to loosen your legs. It will be no longer than 5km (approx. 3 miles).
Enjoy the rest of the day your leisure.
Consider booking the Bridge Climb, a hop on hop off pass or even a day tour to experience this wonderful city.
This evening we will enjoy a private pre-race dinner.
(Breakfast and Dinner included)
Sunday 31 August
Race Day!
Race day is here! After an early breakfast, make your way to the start line. Our representatives will be in the hotel lobby to provide guidance.
After the race, recharge in the recovery zone.
In the afternoon we’ll meet up for post race celebrations, saying cheers to all of our runners on an amazing accomplishment!
(Breakfast included)
Monday 1 September
Departure Day
Unless you have booked extra nights with us then today is the day you check out of your room and we say thank you for joining us.
It’s not goodbye, but instead we’ll hopefully see you soon on another Marathon Tours & Travel trip!
(Breakfast included)
Itinerary subject to change!
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Extensions
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Kangaroo Island Marathon and Half
Established in 2015, the Kangaroo Island Marathon is one of the most beautiful marathon courses anywhere in the world, providing once-in-a-lifetime views, a challenging course and an opportunity to see some incredible wildlife. Perfect for adventure runners, thrill-seekers or runners looking to vary the type of course they run on, the 2025 Kangaroo Island Marathon promises to be a superb event, filled with fun and incredible achievements!
Extend your time in Australia and join us the week before the TCS Sydney Marathon to run with the roos!
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Packages & Rates
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Guaranteed 2025 TCS Sydney Marathon Entry
We are pleased to offer you guaranteed entry for the TCS Sydney Marathon. You can buy the entry from Marathon Tours & Travel if you also buy the accommodation package from us.
Marathon Tours & Travel TCS Sydney Marathon 2025 Package includes:
- 4 nights accommodation at the 5* Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park
- Breakfast Daily
- English speaking onsite host
- Meet & greet
- Half day city sightseeing tour with Expo
- Friday Night Harbour Cruise
- Shake-out run
- Pre-Race Dinner
- Race day support
- Post-race Celebration
- Guidance and support from Marathon Tours & Travel in Sydney
- 2-week free trial of Coopah bespoke training plans. Details on how to claim will be sent in your booking confirmation email
Not included:
- Guaranteed TCS Sydney Marathon Entry (Available at an additional cost)
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions above
A longer stay?
Contact us for a quote or use our easy booking tool to cost and book.
Travelling with children?
Contact us for a quote or refer to the hotel description for child policies.
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.
2025 Rates
All prices are per person in UK pounds sterling Double Occupancy Single Occupancy Classic Room £ 1,149 £ 1,714 Hyde Park View Room £ 1,239 £ 1,919 Club Room £ 1,399 £ 2,219 Executive Suite Room £ 1,739 £ 2,889 Optional ExtrasAll prices are per person in UK pounds sterling TCS Sydney Marathon 2025 Entry £ 299
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Hotels
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Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park
Situated in the heart of Sydney, Australia, this five-star hotel is a great destination to connect to while savouring incredible views of downtown and Hyde Park. Find yourself near many local businesses and attractions, such as St. Mary’s Cathedral, Royal Botanic Garden and Middle Harbour. The hotel features a rooftop fitness centre, a heated indoor pool, a day spa and a premier club lounge.
Twin Room = 2 single beds
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Event Information
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Enter the 2025 TCS Sydney Marathon with Marathon Tours & Travel
Experience the TCS Sydney Marathon 2025 with us. Our package takes care of you, so you can enjoy the event, sightseeing and make the most of this spectacular destination ‘down under’.
The Course
The TCS Sydney Marathon 2025 will start across the harbour at Milsons Point, crosses the Sydney Harbour Bridge, runs through the city streets, out to the green parks in the suburbs and back to finish in front of the Sydney Opera House. Whilst it’s not a completely flat route the marathon is still considered fast and very runner and spectator friendly. The time limit for this marathon is 7 hours. All the races start and cross over the Sydney Harbour Bridge and finish in front of the Sydney Opera House, except the Fun Run which ends at the Royal Botanic Gardens. The Sydney Marathon and the Bridge Run courses are AIMS Certified accurate courses. Marathon Course Map and Marathon Course Profile.
Race Date:
- Sunday 31 August, 2025
Race Times:
2025 Times are to be confirmed, please use the 2024 times as a guide.
- 07:10am Start Time, cut-off time 07:45am
Eligibility:
- Marathon – 18 years +
Time Limit:
- TCS Sydney Marathon – 7 Hours
The marathon event will have cut-off points along the route. For more information go here.
Awards: Everyone who finishes their running event within the time limit will receive a commemorative medal with Marathon finishers also receiving a finishers t-shirt.
Weather: The end of August will see Sydney entering it’s spring season. Runners should prepare for all weather conditions; you will find the most-up to date weather information here. Typically, at this time daily high temperatures will range from 15°C – 20°C.
Difficulty: Moderate. See Marathon course profile here.
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Registration & Booking
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How to Book
Enquire with us to confirm your booking. When you book, we will require a deposit to confirm your place.
Payments
When you confirm your booking, we will take payment.
The cost of the event entry is non-refundable.
Travel Advice
Before you travel, check the ‘Entry requirements’ section for Australia’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.
If you are unsure where to start, we’ve teamed up with Bikmo. Bikmo offer tailored insurance packages that cater for both competitive and non-competitive trips, covering you for many of our running events. If you wish to book insurance through Bikmo, you can benefit from an exclusive 5% discount*, simply use the code DESTINATIONSPORT5 at their checkout. More information can be found here.
*7 days European travel cover from £16.85. Bikmo non-competitive travel insurance is arranged and administered by Rock Insurance Services Limited, who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, FCA number 300317 Bikmo competitive travel insurance is arranged and administered directly by Jackson Lee Underwriting (JLU). This promotion is provided by Bikmo Ltd Glendale House Sandycroft Industrial Estate Flintshire CH5 2QP
Guaranteed TCS Sydney Marathon 2025 Entry
We are pleased to offer you guaranteed entry for the 2025 TCS Sydney Marathon. You can buy the entry at our exclusive rates if you purchase your package with us.
Starting Times and Bib Numbers
Although we are licensed to sell official entries for the 2025 TCS Sydney Marathon, we have no influence over the allocation of starting times and bib numbers.
Closer to the event we will ask for your expected pace and other details to complete the registration process for the TCS Sydney Marathon. The race organisers will allocate you a starting time and bib based on the information you provide.
All race rules must be followed.
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Seven Continents Club ®
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The Seven Continents Club (SCC) offers a unique opportunity for runners to run on all seven continents of the globe, as well as providing numerous benefits to its members. The club operates as a global frequent traveller club for runners, offering waitlist priority for high-demand events, early pre-registration periods for a number of races in popular destinations and tour package vouchers for money off international tour packages. What’s more, Seven Continents Club rewards all its members for the extraordinary achievement of running marathons on each continent with their own special finishers medal and certificate of completion. Join the SCC today!
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Abbott World Marathon Majors Age Group Qualifying Race
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This event is an Abbott World Marathon Majors Marathon Tours & Travel Age Group World Championship Qualifying Race. If you achieve the automatic qualifying time for your age group, found here, you’ll be invited to the 2025 Age Group World Championship race (destination still to be announced). For more information on the Age Group World Rankings and Championship click here.
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