{"id":13776,"date":"2024-12-27T15:07:43","date_gmt":"2024-12-27T15:07:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-gb\/?post_type=events&p=13776"},"modified":"2025-10-28T10:46:28","modified_gmt":"2025-10-28T10:46:28","slug":"sydney-marathon-abbottwmm-package","status":"publish","type":"events","link":"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-gb\/events\/sydney-marathon-abbottwmm-package\/","title":{"rendered":"TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS Official AbbottWMM Package"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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You must secure this on your own.\u00a0<\/strong>\r\n\r\nMarathon Tours & Travel is proud to be the Official Travel Agency for the TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS. The 2024 TCS Sydney Marathon made history again, beating the record set in 2023 as Australia's biggest marathon field. Now in a landmark achievement, the TCS Sydney Marathon has been named the seventh Abbott World Marathon Major<\/a> (AbbottWMM) joining the series in 2025. Join us to run one of the most breath taking courses in the world!\r\n\r\nOur TCS Sydney Marathon Official AbbottWMM Package is available to anyone who has already secured their own entry.<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThis special package includes hotel accommodation at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth Hotel, social activities, a morning VIP City tour with a finish at the TCS Sydney Marathon Expo, and an escort to the start area. The Sofitel Sydney Wentworth is a short walk from the finish, as well as being located close to iconic locations such as the Sydney Opera House and the Botanical Gardens.\r\n\r\nThe TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS is the first Abbott World Marathon Majors Candidate<\/strong> to become an Abbott World Marathon Major since Tokyo Marathon in 2013. Read the news release here<\/a>.\r\n\r\nThe TCS Sydney Marathon is an AbbottWMM Marathon Tours & Travel World Age Group Qualifying Race<\/a>.<\/span>\r\n\r\nPlease Note:<\/strong>\r\nThis package is only available to book 'On Request'<\/strong>, this will confirm that you have accepted our Booking Conditions, however, your booking is not guaranteed until our partner company confirms availability. Please expect confirmation of place within 1-3 days of making your booking.\u00a0<\/em>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nIf you require race entry please book our standard TCS Sydney Marathon package here.\u00a0<\/a><\/strong>","event_overview_button":"","event_feature_icons":null,"event_features":{"meals_included":{"detail":"Breakfast daily at the hotel","title":"Meals Included"},"guide":{"title":"Guide","detail":""},"transfers":{"detail":"","title":"Transfers"},"trip_extension":{"title":"Trip Extension","detail":""},"accommodation":{"title":"Accommodation","detail":"Five nights' accommodation in Sydney"},"entry":{"title":"Entry","detail":"Race Entry NOT included. Must secure your own"},"celebration_party":{"detail":"Post-race celebration reception","title":"Celebration Party"},"excursions":{"title":"Excursions","detail":"Sydney Harbour Cocktail Cruise & VIP City Tour"},"helping_hand":{"title":"A Helping Hand","detail":"MTT Host On-Site"},"worldwide_events":{"title":"Worldwide Events","detail":"Abbott World Marathon Major"},"medal_bling":{"title":"Medal Bling","detail":""}},"event_gallery":[{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":13780},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":13781},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_video","youtube_video":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=cM_KR8cHFvc"},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":13782},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":13783},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":13784}],"event_packages":[{"package_title":"2025 TCS Sydney Marathon Package","package_duration":"5 Nights","package_dates":"28 August \u2013 2 September 2025","package_days":[{"day_title":"Thursday 28 August","day_content":"Arrive in Sydney and transfer on your own to the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth Hotel. Upon arrival, join us for a welcome brunch and Q&A briefing from 08:00am \u2013 11:00am where you will meet fellow travellers and your MTT Hosts. \u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nWe recommend using your free afternoon to visit the Sydney Running Show, where you will pick up your race kits before exploring the local neighbourhoods in Sydney. <\/span>\r\n\r\n(Brunch included)<\/span><\/i>\u00a0<\/span>"},{"day_title":"Friday 29 August","day_content":"Today you will enjoy an unforgettable VIP Sydney half-day sightseeing tour.\u202f<\/span>This tailored quintessential Sydney tour is the best way to absorb Sydney\u2019s big icons and highlights and give you a personal introduction to the vibrant city. From the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House to the Royal Botanic Gardens and Bondi Beach, this unique tour will immerse you in much more than just the highlights, allowing you to connect from a local\u2019s perspective, in true Australian style. \u00a0At the conclusion of the tour (approximately 12:00pm), you will be dropped off at the Sydney Marathon Expo to collect your race kit. The rest of the day is free to enjoy at your leisure.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nThis evening, Marathon Tours & Travel will host a Sydney Harbour Cocktail Cruise. There is no other Sydney venue more desired, no views more captivating, than the spectacular Sydney Harbour! Cocktail cruise includes canapes and one (1) drink per person. <\/span>\r\n\r\n(Breakfast included)<\/span><\/i>\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n "},{"day_title":"Saturday 30 August ","day_content":"Today you can\u00a0enjoy the sights of Sydney at your leisure. Relax at one of the famous beaches, visit the <\/span>Taronga<\/span> Zoo to see the koalas, or head to the Sydney Running Show for last minute race gear purchases. Tonight, join us for our pre-race dinner at a location nearby.<\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\r\n\r\n(Breakfast and dinner included)<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/em>"},{"day_title":"Sunday 31 August","day_content":"Race Day!\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\r\n\r\nThis morning, a representative from Marathon Tours & Travel will escort you to the starting area. Your hotel is a short walk back f<\/span>rom the finish line<\/span>. This evening, the group will gather for a post-race reception to celebrate your accomplishment at a nearby venue! <\/span>Celebration<\/span> reception <\/span>includes<\/span> canapes and one (1) drink per person.<\/span><\/span>\r\n\r\n(Breakfast included)<\/span><\/span><\/em>"},{"day_title":"Monday 1 September","day_content":"Today is a free day to explore Sydney on your own or join MTT in an optional day tour to the Blue Mountains (see details below). (Breakfast included)\r\n

Optional Day Tour \u2013 Blue Mountains Discovery: Up Close and Personal\r\n8:00 AM \u2013 5:00 PM\u00a0 -\u00a0 \u00a3300 per person<\/h4>\r\n(min of 15 pax required)<\/em>\r\n\r\nAbsorb the true Australian wilderness with our up close and personal visit to the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains. The Blue Mountains is about an hour from Sydney and although not far to travel, you will feel a world away from the hustle and bustle.\r\n\r\nOur host will meet our group at the hotel at 8:00 AM for a full day tour of this beautiful region. Prepare to head off the beaten tourist track to discover the stunning private vantage points only a true local would know \u2013 ensuring you experience the spectacular wilderness of the Blue Mountains in style. Be awed by the spectacular natural wonders that surround you as you drive deeper into the mountains, from towering sandstone escarpments covered by lush forests of gum trees to valleys full of wildlife and riverbeds.\r\n\r\nThe day with start with a visit to Featherdale Wildlife Park on the way to or from the mountains. Located half-way between the city and the Blue Mountains, Featherdale Wildlife Park boasts Australia\u2019s largest collection of native wildlife in a natural bush environment. You\u2019ll have the opportunity to get up close and personal with Australian wildlife \u2013 hand feed a Kangaroo, Wallaby, Pademelon or Quokka or perhaps enjoy a one-to-one encounter with a friendly cuddly koala.\r\n\r\nBreathe in the fresh mountain air, stretch your legs with a hike and earn that ice-cold Aussie beer with lunch! Explore the stunning rock formations, flora, fauna and waterfalls along the way. The Wentworth Falls hike takes approximately one hour down into the valley floor alongside a giant waterfall.\r\n\r\nLunch will be on your own at a local pub, where you can relax with a glass of crisp local wine or ice-cold Aussie beer in a beautiful mountain town. After lunch, get a glimpse into the rich history of the Blue Mountains \u2013 you\u2019ll visit the legendary Three Sisters rock formation and hear the extraordinary geological history of the Blue Mountains and the Great Dividing Range \u2013 there\u2019s so much wonder to discover! You will return to the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth at approximately 5:00 PM.\r\n\r\nInclusions:\r\n