{"id":10527,"date":"2024-05-30T14:05:49","date_gmt":"2024-05-30T13:05:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/manchester-marathon-2\/"},"modified":"2026-07-10T16:48:54","modified_gmt":"2026-07-10T15:48:54","slug":"london-marathon","status":"publish","type":"events","link":"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/london-marathon\/","title":{"rendered":"2027 Double TCS London Marathon"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"featured_media":49882,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"wds_primary_event_locations":0,"footnotes":""},"event_types":[131,137],"event_locations":[122],"event_distances":[126],"event_course_types":[135,133],"event_seasons":[38],"class_list":["post-10527","events","type-events","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","event_types-world-marathon-majors","event_types-marathons","event_locations-europe","event_distances-marathon","event_course_types-road","event_course_types-urban","event_seasons-spring"],"acf":{"event_hero_image":14984,"event_logo":11493,"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":"anchor","":null,"external_link":null},"event_additional_buttons":null,"event_book_button":{"link_option":"anchor","":null,"external_link":{"title":"Book Hotel Only Now!","url":"https:\/\/bookinggb.marathontours.com\/experience\/tcs-london-marathon-2027-hotel-only\/441","target":""}},"event_extra_button":"","event_overview":"<h3><strong>Official Participant Hotel Provider of the 2027 Double TCS London Marathon<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<div>\r\n\r\nThe <strong>TCS London Marathon<\/strong>\u00a0returns across an exciting <strong>two-day format on Saturday 24th April 2027 and Sunday 25th April 2027<\/strong>, bringing a fresh new dimension to this iconic Abbott World Marathon Majors event. The streets of London will once again come alive as 100,000 participants take on the course past the city\u2019s most famous landmarks, finishing spectacularly on The Mall in front of Buckingham Palace.\r\n\r\nMarathon Tours &amp; Travel is proud to be the <strong>Official Participant Hotel Provider<\/strong> for the 2027 event. If you\u2019ve already secured your entry, you can elevate your race experience by joining our <strong>4-night Classic package <\/strong><em>(Sunday participants only),<\/em> designed to connect you with fellow runners and maximise your marathon weekend.\r\n<h6><em><strong>Please note:<\/strong> We are <strong>not able to provide race entry<\/strong> for the TCS London Marathon.<\/em><\/h6>\r\n<\/div>","event_overview_button":"","event_feature_icons":null,"event_features":{"meals_included":{"detail":"Breakfast included","title":"Meals Included"},"guide":{"title":"Guide","detail":""},"transfers":{"detail":"Optional private transfer to the race start","title":"Transfers"},"trip_extension":{"title":"Trip Extension","detail":""},"accommodation":{"title":"Accommodation","detail":"Up to 4 nights accommodation in central London"},"entry":{"title":"Entry","detail":"Not Included"},"celebration_party":{"detail":"","title":"Celebration Party"},"excursions":{"title":"Excursions","detail":""},"helping_hand":{"title":"A Helping Hand","detail":""},"worldwide_events":{"title":"Worldwide Events","detail":"The TCS London Marathon is one of the Abbott World Marathon Majors"},"medal_bling":{"title":"Medal Bling","detail":""}},"event_gallery":[{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":49884},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":49886},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_video","youtube_video":"https:\/\/youtu.be\/CIivPPATLHI?si=rQbQ9m5h7BvPTbKI"},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":49892},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":49891},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":49882}],"event_packages":[{"package_title":"London Marathon 2027 Classic Package Itinerary","package_duration":"4 Nights","package_dates":"22 - 26 April 2027","package_days":[{"day_title":"Thursday 22 April 2027","day_content":"<em>The itinerary below reflects the 4-night Classic package and caters to Sunday participants specifically. Adding extra nights is available on request.<\/em>\r\n\r\n<strong>Arrival Day &amp; Welcome Reception<\/strong>\r\n\r\nMake your way to London and on arrival check in to your hotel. Hotel rooms are usually ready after 15:00; if you arrive earlier, you can leave your luggage with the hotel concierge and explore the city and surrounds. Marathon Tours &amp; Travel hosts will be available in your hotel today to meet and answer any questions you might have.\r\n\r\nIf you wish to visit the TCS London Marathon Running Show (Expo) and collect your bib number today, detailed directions using public transport will be provided in your final itinerary.\r\n\r\nIn the early evening, we invite you to meet the Marathon Tours &amp; Travel host and your running peers to enjoy a welcome drink."},{"day_title":"Friday 23 April 2027","day_content":"Today we will provide guidance to the TCS London Marathon Expo, where each runner will need to collect their bib. You can enjoy the expo at your leisure and make your back to the hotel via train service. The rest of the day is free for you to explore London independently.\r\n\r\n<em>(Breakfast included)<\/em>"},{"day_title":"Saturday 24 April 2027","day_content":"<strong>Free Day &amp; Pasta Dinner<\/strong>\r\n\r\nToday is a free day to explore London at your leisure!\r\n\r\nOften restaurants are booked up early, but you do not need to worry about finding somewhere to carb-load this evening as the Marathon Tours &amp; Travel team host a delicious and nutritious pre-race pasta dinner.\r\n\r\n<em>(Breakfast and dinner included)<\/em>"},{"day_title":"Sunday 25 April 2027","day_content":"<strong>TCS London Marathon 2027 &amp; Celebrations<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThis is the day you have trained so hard for! After an early breakfast, please get ready to leave the hotel for the race start in Greenwich.\r\n\r\nThe Marathon Tours &amp; Travel private coaches will depart at approximately 06:45 (time TBC) and take you directly to the start area, relaxed and ready to run.\r\n\r\nFamily and friends can travel by public transport to support and spectate along the race route. The Marathon Tours &amp; Travel host will be happy to advise.\r\n\r\nAfter the race make your way back to the hotel, freshen up, relax and gaze at your lovely new shiny medal\u2026 you worked hard for it!\r\n\r\nThis evening join your Marathon Tours &amp; Travel host, fellow runners and supporters to celebrate your achievement with a post-race celebration reception with drinks and nibbles! More details will be advised on the final itinerary.\r\n\r\n<em>(Breakfast included)<\/em>"},{"day_title":"Monday 26 April 2027","day_content":"<strong>Departure Day<\/strong>\r\n\r\nUnless you have booked extra nights please check out of your room this morning. Safe travels and we hope you enjoyed your TCS London Marathon 2027 experience!\r\n\r\n<em>(Breakfast included)<\/em>"}]}],"event_extensions":"","event_extensions_packages":null,"event_packages_and_rates":"<h3>2027 Double TCS London Marathon Entries<\/h3>\r\nCongratulations on securing your own entry for the TCS London Marathon 2027 - now you'll need somewhere to stay!\r\n<h5><em><strong>Please note:<\/strong> We are <strong>not able to provide race entry<\/strong> for the TCS London Marathon.<\/em><\/h5>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3><strong>Our TCS London Marathon 2027 Classic Package includes:<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Accommodation at The Marble Arch Hotel by Thistle for 4 nights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Complimentary breakfast in hotel, except on arrival day<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Hotel taxes<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Complimentary Wi-Fi in hotel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Welcome Drinks<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Shakeout Run<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pre-Race Pasta Dinner<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Private coach transportation for runners to the race start<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Post-Race Celebration Drinks<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Guidance and support from Marathon Tours &amp; Travel in London<\/li>\r\n \t<li>ABTA protected<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h5><strong><em>This package runs from Thursday to Monday and is tailored for Sunday participants<\/em><\/strong><\/h5>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3>Looking for a shorter stay?\u00a0<strong>Our 2027 Double TCS London Marathon HOTEL ONLY offering includes:<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Your hotel in Central London for 1, 2 or more nights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Hotel taxes<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Daily breakfast in hotel, except on arrival day<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Complimentary Wi-Fi<\/li>\r\n \t<li><i>Optional coach transport to Greenwich start area (additional cost)<\/i><\/li>\r\n \t<li>ABTA protected<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>Not included:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Guaranteed TCS London Marathon Entry<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Guidance and support from Marathon Tours &amp; Travel in London<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Anything not mentioned in inclusions above<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3><strong>Travelling with children?<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nPlease book applicable room type (as shown in the hotel descriptions) and advise info@marathontours.co.uk of your children\u2019s names and ages. 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For our general T&amp;C's please see <a href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.co.uk\/terms-conditions\/\">here<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<strong>Additional Terms and Conditions for TCS London Marathon 2027 - Hotel Only Bookings<\/strong>\r\n\r\nBy purchasing a hotel on our TCS London Marathon 2027 - Hotel Only programme you agree to the below cancellation terms:\r\n<figure class=\"table\">\r\n<table>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Period before departure date in which you notify us<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>Cancellation charge<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p data-is-tablecell-container=\"true\">\u00a0<span class=\"fontstyle0\">More than 233 days before<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\u00a0<span class=\"fontstyle0\">10% <\/span><span class=\"fontstyle2\">(admin fee only)<\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p data-is-tablecell-container=\"true\">233 to 173 days before (inclusive)<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>30% (together with any non-refundable costs)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p data-is-tablecell-container=\"true\">172 to 123 days before (inclusive)<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>50% (together with any non-refundable costs)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p data-is-tablecell-container=\"true\">122 to 90 days before (inclusive)<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>80% (together with any non-refundable costs)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p data-is-tablecell-container=\"true\">89 days before or less<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>100%<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<strong>How to Book\u00a0<\/strong>\r\n\r\nTo make your booking, click on the book now button, ensuring that you select the correct number of rooms and types for all members in your party plus all the required extras. When you book, we will require a deposit to confirm your place.\r\n\r\nPlease read all the important information. If you have any questions please <a href=\"mailto:info@marathontours.co.uk\">contact us.<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Payments<\/strong>\r\n\r\nWhen you confirm your booking, we will take a deposit payment. Subsequent payments are taken automatically.\r\n\r\n<strong>Travel advice<\/strong>\r\n\r\nIt\u2019s important to be up-to-date with the latest information about where you\u2019re travelling to and what documents you need to have in order to travel.\r\n\r\nFor information about travelling to the UK and your requirements as a non-British passport holder, you should check the overseas travel details on your own government's website.\r\n\r\n<strong>Travel Insurance<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span data-teams=\"true\">We strongly recommend travellers to take out comprehensive travel insurance with sufficient healthcare cover. 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