Gold Coast Marathon 2025
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Run the 45th edition of the Gold Coast Marathon powered by ASICS with the Official Travel Partner – Marathon Tours & Travel. This iconic Australian race is famous for its flat, fast, and scenic course that runs alongside the city’s renowned surf beaches and stunning Broadwater. With 60% of participants achieving a PB ever year, this is the perfect race to chase your goals (including a BQ)!
This world class international marathon attracts participants of all ages and abilities for a fun-filled weekend featuring eight races.
The Gold Coast Marathon, a World Athletics Label Road Race, is the pinnacle of road running events in Australia and during its history has distinguished itself as one of the most prestigious marathons in the world.
Looking to complete a half and a full marathon in Oceania? Sign up for the ultimate Gold Coast challenge, the Double – run the half-marathon on Saturday and double the fun on Sunday for the marathon.
Meals Included
Breakfast Daily
Guide
Guidance & support from our MTT team
Trip Extension
Extra nights available on request
Accommodation
4 nights accommodation in a centrally located hotel close to the race
Entry
Guaranteed race entry (additional cost)
Celebration Party
Post race celebration
Travel Package Information
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Itinerary
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Thursday, July 3
Welcome to the spectacular Gold Coast! Transfer on your own to the Mantra Legends Surfers Paradise Hotel. Enjoy a free day exploring the gold Coast at your leisure.
Friday, July 4
After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely day in this seaside paradise – stroll on the golden sand of the beach, or explore the local shops and cafes.
Take a trip to the Asics Sport & Leisure Expo featuring over 50 exhibitors with the latest in fitness technology, nutrition and events, and all-important race information for the Gold Coast Marathon presented by ASICS. Make sure to pick up your race packet and bib before departing.
This evening, join your MTT team along with fellow runners and supporters for our Welcome Reception.
The rest of the evening is at your leisure to explore one of Surfers Paradise’s many delicious restaurants or rest up for the half-marathon. Reservations are highly recommended.
Saturday, July 5 - Half Marathon Day
Today is race day for our half-marathon runners! After an early breakfast, meet your MTT hosts in the hotel lobby for an escorted walk to the start line.
Spectators are welcome to join us in the dedicated Marathon Tours & Travel marquee at the finish area, the perfect spot to meet your family and friends after the race.
Enjoy a leisurely evening celebrating your half-marathon finish or preparing for the marathon on Sunday. Reservations are highly recommended. (Breakfast included)
Sunday, July 6 - Marathon Day
Marathon day is here! After an early breakfast, meet your MTT hosts in the hotel lobby for an escorted walk to the start line. Once again, spectators are welcome to join us in the dedicated Marathon Tours & Travel marquee at the finish area.
This afternoon, we will gather for a post-race reception to celebrate the accomplishments of all our runners! (Breakfast included)
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Packages & Rates
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Gold Coast Marathon | Four-Night Package: July 3 – 7, 2025
Features:
- Four nights’ accommodation at the Mantra Legends Hotel, located in the heart of Surfers Paradise
- Hotel taxes
- Breakfast daily at the hotel
- MTT hosts onsite
- Guided shake-out run along Surfers Paradise Beach
- Meet & greet
- Welcome Reception
- Discounted guaranteed race entry (cost is in addition to the package price)
- Race day guidance & support
- Access to the dedicated finish zone
- Post-race celebration
Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance for U.S. Residents
Travel Insurance for Canadian Residents
Not Included:
- International round-trip airfare and airport transfers
- Race entry fees
- Meals unless noted on the itinerary
- Travel insurance
- Incidentals
- Australian travel visa – required for U.S. and Canadian residents
Rates (all prices per person and in US dollars)
Gold Coast Marathon | Four-Night Package Double Occupancy Single Occupancy Deluxe Studio Ocean Room $1055 per person $1565 Additional Nights $130 per person $235 Race Entry FeesRace Entry Fee Marathon $130 Half-Marathon $105 Double Challenge (Half & Full Marathon) $235 10K $65 5K $40
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Hotels
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Mantra Legends Hotel
A beautifully modern 4-star hotel located in Surfers Paradise, near to the beach and easily connected via tram to surrounding areas. The high rise building ensures great views from the rooms.
There is a bar and restaurant on-site which includes a daily breakfast in your package, along with access to the outdoor pool, fitness center and sauna. All rooms offer air conditioning, cable TV, wireless connectivity and most feature a private balcony.
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Event Information
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Race Date:
- Saturday, July 5 (Half-Marathon)
- Sunday, July 6 (Marathon)
Race Time:- 6:15 AM – Half-Marathon (Saturday, July 5)
- 6:15 AM – Marathon (Sunday, July 6)
Course: The marathon course has a reputation as one of the flattest and fastest courses in the world. The course traditionally runs up and back along the coast allowing runners to pass the beautiful beaches from Paradise Point in the north to Burleigh Heads in the south. Over 60% of participants achieve a personal best time each year making it a perfect place to qualify for the BAA Boston Marathon Abbotts World Marathon Major.
Temperature: July tends to be sunny and dry with temperatures averaging between 55 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit.
Eligibility: Must be 15 years or older for the half-marathon and 18 years or older for the full marathon.
Time Limit: The course time limit for the Marathon is 6 hours and 40 minutes, Half-Marathon is 3 hours and 20 minutes.
Number Pickup: Your race bib collection is to be made at the ASICS Sport & Leisure Expo prior to race day.
Location:
Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre
2684-2690 Gold Coast Hwy, Broadbeach QLD 4218Difficulty: Mostly flat, with heat and humidity.
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Registration & Booking
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Rates: Land Prices may change due to currency fluctuations or changes in any taxes or park fees.
Reservations and Payments: A completed tour application together with a deposit of $500.00 per person must be received before confirming your reservations. Final payment must be received by April 15, 2025.
Cancellations: All payments, including your deposit, are non-refundable and non-transferrable. Non-transferrable includes applying your balance to another person, another year or another trip. Should you cancel for any reason, you will forfeit your trip investment. Therefore, travel insurance for every trip is highly recommended. All cancellations must be received in writing.
Not included in price: All items not specifically listed under tour features. The race entry fee and required Brazilian visa is additional.
Insurance: For your protection, trip cancellation, baggage, health and accident insurance is highly recommended for all participants. However, no representation or description of the insurance made by our staff constitutes a binding assurance or promise about the insurance.
Travel Insurance for U.S. Residents
Travel Insurance for Canadian ResidentsSecurity Policy: Marathon Tours & Travel’s security policy requires that anyone staying in our room block must be registered as part of our package. If a registered client attempts to house a non-registered guest and /or invite them to attend any of our scheduled activities, the registered guest’s tour package will be forfeited and parties may be denied access to future tours. Please note that no exceptions will be made as this policy will be strictly enforced.
Responsibility: These tours are operated by Marathon Tours, Inc. of Chelsea, MA who acts only as an agent for the passenger to the companies offering such services and assumes no liability for injury, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity caused by any reason whatsoever by any party offering such services. All terms and conditions offered are governed by the laws of Massachusetts. The right is reserved to cancel the tour prior to departure with a refund, less applicable credit card and processing fees, made as full settlement to the passenger. The right is reserved by Marathon Tours, Inc. to deny acceptance of a booking application by any person. Marathon Tours, Inc. may make any changes or alterations in the itinerary as it deems necessary for the proper handling of the tour. The sole responsibility of any airline used is limited to that set out in the passenger contract evidenced by the ticket. The airlines concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time that the passengers are not on board their aircraft.
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Meet the Reps
MaryKate Riordan
Trip Designer
MaryKate Riordan
Trip Designer
MaryKate joined the Marathon Tours & Travel team after receiving her B.A. in Sport Leadership & Administration from UMass Boston. Prior to completing her degree, MaryKate spent five years as a stewardess in the private yachting industry where she developed strong skills in customer service, travel logistics, and cultural immersion while exploring the world on the high seas. These remarkable years fueled her passion for travel and led her to a new hobby: marathon running. MaryKate has completed multiple marathons including Boston (2022) and Chicago (2023) as well as a variety of ultramarathons including the Comrades Marathon (Back to Back finisher 2018-2019). She also enjoys playing tennis, skiing, swimming, and searching for the best cup of coffee in town. She is excited to bring the knowledge she has gained from these experiences to the team where she will assist in cultivating many unforgettable trips.
