TOP TEN MARATHONS IN 2022
At Marathon Tours & Travel, we know that running a marathon requires hard work and lots of training, and a great deal of planning. If your goals this year include running a marathon, here at Marathon Tours & Travel, we have you covered. We are Official Travel Partners to numerous marathons across the world from the classic Bank of America Chicago Marathon to the sun-soaked Petra Desert Marathon.
We have a team of experts who are passionate about running so we know there is a lot more that goes into running a marathon than meets the eye. Firstly, you have to pick your marathon(s); each marathon course has different benefits so if you’re after a fast course, for example, you may want to consider a relatively flat course such as the BMW Berlin Marathon. You should also think about the before and after and the logistics of running abroad, luckily that’s where we can help! Marathon Tours & Travel offer travel packages to the most exciting marathons across the globe so you can make the most of your trip whilst leaving the logistics to us.
Check out our top 10 list of unmissable marathons in 2023!
1. BMW BERLIN MARATHON
This course holds the current world record time and is renowned for being one of the fastest in the world, so if you’re looking to get a new PB this course could be for you. Equally, if you’re trying to complete the six Abbott World Major Marathons this is an essential race to take part in. Marathon Tours & Travel are proud to be an Official Tour Operator for the 2023 BMW Berlin Marathon, which means that we have access to guaranteed race entries for just £180 when you book one of our accommodation packages.
Why not explore the city whilst your there? We offer excellent hotel and support packages starting from £279 which give you access to hotels situated close to the race start and finish. Plus, taking family & friends to support you has never been easier- with Marathon Tours & Travel up to 2 children under 16 are free when staying with one or two parents in the same room at the Novotel.
2.Bank of America Chicago Marathon
he Bank of America Chicago Marathon is one of the most popular marathons in the world and sells out every year so make sure you book early to secure your place! We are proud to be an official tour operator for the 2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon, which means that we have access to guaranteed race entries for just £375 when you book our hotel and support package so if this is a race you have your eye on, we can help make that happen.
Stay 3 nights hotel accommodation at the centrally located Renaissance Chicago Downtown and explore the city at your leisure. We offer an excellent hotel and support package starting from £599 which gives you access to our hotel situated within easy walking distance to the race start and finish and support from our team of race experts. The Bank of America Chicago Marathon is one of the Abbott World Marathon Majors so if you want to complete them all, this race must be on your list.
3. Irish Life Dublin Marathon
Get involved in one of the best events of the year, the Irish Life Dublin Marathon! The marathon takes place on 30th October 2022, which gives you plenty of time to get training if you haven’t already started. Book with Marathon Tours & Travel today to get guaranteed entry for just £100 with a travel package that’s tailored to you.
The Irish Life Dublin Marathon is a great race for both new and experienced runners with huge spectator involvement providing encouragement around the course. There is huge interest in this race and only limited places available due to entries carried over from previous years, but by booking through Marathon Tours & Travel we can get you guaranteed entry without the need to enter a lottery for your place.
4. TCS Amsterdam Marathon
The TCS Amsterdam Marathon is a World Athletics Platinum Label Road Race that for years has had one of the fastest courses in the world. This is a great course for soaking in the unique city landscape as you run; highlights of the course include the Olympic Stadium, the passage through the Rijksmuseum and along the Heineken Experience, and then stretches along the Amstel and through the Vondelpark.
This race is great for groups of mixed abilities as you can pick your distance; Marathon, Half Marathon or 8K. If you want to run the beautiful TCS Amsterdam Marathon we can offer guaranteed entry to the race for just £85, or travel packages from £229. Here at Marathon Tours & Travel, we have travel packages that span 2-3 nights so that you can explore Amsterdam in your down time before the event and familiarise yourself with the route.
5. Authentic Athens Marathon
If you like the idea of running through history this marathon is for you! Inspired by legend, the Athens marathon retraces the ancient route from the town of Marathon, through the hills, and descends into Athens. The Athens Marathon gives you the opportunity to experience the wonder of this city while feeling the buzz of a marathon event.
It’s no surprise that the Authentic Athens marathon is on our list, it was rated in the top 100 marathons by Runners World UK and with travel packages from Marathon Tours & Travel from as little as £360, it is one of our most popular packages. We also offer plenty of additional experiences such as Island Cruises for you to expand your stay in Athens so that you can make the most of your time in the city!
6. Medoc Marathon
On Saturday 10th of September, it’s Medoc Marathon time again; having taken a break during the pandemic, Marathon du Medoc is back and bigger than ever in 2022! This race is always a lot of fun and brings together a fantastic community of runners. You can feel like a VIP at the event by booking with Marathon Tours & Travel, we have a private coach at our disposal for the entirety of the marathon weekend and we offer exclusive wine tastings at a Bordeaux vineyard.
Fancy dress is a must and every year there is different theme for runners to get their teeth stuck into. The theme for the 2022 run is ‘Cinema’ which gives you plenty of scope to dress up as your favourite actor, character, or movie franchise. This is an extremely popular race and entries tend to sell out very quickly so get in touch today to guarantee your participation with Marathon Tours & Travel.
7. Petra Desert Marthon
Much like the Athens Marathon, the Petra marathon is full of interesting historical sites that you can explore along the race route. Taking runners past tombs, caves and mountainside carvings, this is a spectacular event with so much to see and do that does not disappoint! Rich in culture, history and stunning views, our travel packages give you the chance to run this unique marathon while exploring what Jordan has to offer.
With a variety of authentic local hotels to choose from, you can tailor-make your Petra travel package with Destination Sport Experiences, starting at £1035pp. Make the most of your visit by relaxing pre-race day by the Dead Sea – often considered the largest spa in the world due to its purported healing properties.
8. Iceland Volcano Marathon
Have your choice of running distance with the Iceland Volcano Marathon; runners can choose between marathon, half marathon or quarter marathon which makes this the perfect location for groups of runners who have different preferences or ability levels. Set near the stunning Lake Mývatn, at the divergent boundaries of the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates, the Iceland Volcano Marathon route is a hot bed of geothermal activity with geysers, hot springs, and lava rock.
For international runners, entry is in combination with a package offering one night in Reykjavík and four nights in Mývatn/Húsavík, giving you ample opportunity to explore this otherworldly landscape. Here at Destination Sport Experiences, we will take care of all the logistics of your trip including accommodation and entry so that you can focus on the challenge ahead. We have 7 accommodation packages to choose from starting at £1559 per person so that you can have the trip of a lifetime.
9. Venice Marathon
Venice is one of the most iconic places to visit in Europe, so what better way to explore the stunning streets of this romantic city, than taking in the sights and sounds as you join thousands of others in a spectacular marathon event. The Venice Marathon is overflowing with history, culture and art, on the incredible route that takes you from the Vincentian villas in Stra to Riva Sette Martiri, in the heart of Venice. Our local guides will be there to ensure everything runs smoothly and you can concentrate on enjoying the race and weekend.
Seize your opportunity to run the in the beautiful and romantic city of Venice with great support and guidance from our local guides. Our hotels are located in the Mestre area which has convenient transport links to the island of Venice! We also provide guaranteed Venice Marathon Entry at £60 when you also buy the accommodation package from us.
10. Valtellina Wine Trail
This event is incredibly versatile and is recommended for experienced runners as you’ll be required to bring some of your own supplies on this run! The Wine Trail is a unique race that makes for an excellent weekend in the Alps and welcomes up to 2,800 runners over three distances. The Valtellina Wine Trail is a spectacular running race that passes through vineyards, cellars, ancient villages, and palaces of Valtellina before arriving on the final catwalk in the elegant centre of Sondrio.
This marathon will challenge you to take on new heights with the race start at an altitude of 450m and surrounded by mountains. With Marathon Tours & Travel you can book your guaranteed place on this unique tail run, we also offer travel packages from as little as £229 so you can focus on the race and leave the logistics up to us.
These are some of our favourite marathons but there are so many excellent options out there! If none of these seemed perfect for you then don’t worry, Marathon Tours & Travel have plenty more on offer, simply click here to check our website or get in touch today at info@marathontours.co.uk