Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD 

The itinerary below is subject to change and should be used as a rough guide.

Arrival day

Depending on the length of stay you have booked with us you might arrive before or depart on different days to the following itinerary.

The itinerary below reflects the CLASSIC 4 nights package. Extending your stay by adding a pre or post trip extension or adding extra nights is recommended as it allows you the time to enjoy the Country. For guidance on South Africa and what to expect please refer to our destination guide.

Welcome to Cape Town!

Arrive at Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and make your way from the airport to the hotel to check in. For airport transfers we recommend pre-booking with EZShuttle. They will meet you in arrivals and ensure a smooth and stress-free journey to your hotel. To benefit from their good value rates and receive a 5% discount please book using the following coupon:

Coupon: MARATHON05

Website: www.ezshuttle.co.za

If you arrive before the hotels standard check-in time and your room is not ready you can leave your luggage at the hotel and explore your surroundings, or use the free time to visit the Expo to collect your race bib and any other extra items you may need. Detailed directions will be provided in your final itinerary. AC Marrott is located in the V&A Waterfront, which is within walking distance and surrounded by top quality restaurants and entertainment.

Your Marathon Tours & Travel (MTT) hosts will be waiting in the lobby to greet you and answer any questions you might have.

If you have time today we recommend you visit the Expo which is only a 10-minute walk from our hotel, the AC Marriott.

Expo, Race Briefing & Pasta Party

We suggest you collect your race bib from the Expo today with us and/or get to know your fellow travellers whilst taking in the sights with the Marathon Tours & Travel group.

After breakfast your MTT hosts will meet in the hotel reception at 10:00am and escort you to the expo for anyone who hasn’t collected their race registration pack. The Half marathon and Ultra marathon race briefings will also take place at the event expo.

More information regarding race briefings will be provided in the final event itinerary.

If you prefer to be independent, you can make your own way to the Expo and/or travel around on the Hop-on Hop-off bus routes. You can find more info on the event Expo here.

If you have chosen to take part in the trails races (24km, 16km, 12km) you will need to make your own return arrangements to and from the start/finish.

Often restaurants are booked up early, but you do not need to worry about finding somewhere to carb-load as this evening we will enjoy a substantial buffet meal with other MTT guests from around the world.

(Breakfast and Pasta Party is included)

Half Marathon Race Day!

Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD Half Marathon is here! After an early grab & go breakfast, please get ready to join us on our trip to the start line. Our private transport will take runners to the starting area in Newlands. This a 20-minute journey with guidance from our team to ensure you arrive at the start in good time and without travel stress. As with any race of this size the immediate surrounding area will be pedestrianised so we will get as close as we can with our vehicles to ensure you have the minimal amount of walking.

Supporters are welcome to join the Marathon Tours & Travel team later, after the start. More details will be available closer to the race date.

After the race meet the Marathon Tours & Travel team at the finish in the grounds of UCT, we will look after you until you leave. Your transfer back to your hotel will take approximately 20 to 30 minutes. Relax, you deserve it.

If you’re not running today, take this time to explore the sights of Cape Town or take a leisurely stroll around the V&A Waterfront where you can expect world-class shops, restaurants, entertainment and magnificent sea and mountain scenery.

Ultra Marathon Race Day!

Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD Ultra Marathon is here! After an early grab & go breakfast, please get ready to join us on our trip to the start line. Our private transport will take runners to the starting area in Newlands. This a 20-minute journey with guidance from our team to ensure you arrive at the start in good time and without travel stress. As with any race of this size the immediate surrounding area will be pedestrianised so we will get as close as we can with our vehicles to ensure you have the minimal amount of walking.

Supporters are welcome to join the Marathon Tours & Travel team later, after the start. More details will be available later.

After the race meet the Marathon Tours & Travel team at the finish in the grounds of UCT, we will look after you until you leave. Your transfer back to your hotel will take approximately 20 to 30 minutes. Relax, you deserve it.

This evening join Marathon Tours & Travel hosts, your new running friends and supporters to celebrate as we‘ll meet up for post-race celebrations, saying cheers to all of our runners on an amazing accomplishment!

If you’re not running today, take this time to explore the sights of Cape Town or take a leisurely stroll around the V&A Waterfront where you can expect world class shops, restaurants, entertainment and magnificent sea and mountain scenery.

(Breakfast included)

The itinerary below is subject to change and should be used as a rough guide.

Arrival Day

Depending on the length of stay you have booked with us you might arrive before or depart on different days to the following itinerary.

The itinerary below reflects the SIGNITURE 5 nights package. Extending your stay by adding a pre or post trip extension or adding extra nights is recommended as it allows you the time to enjoy the Country. For guidance on South Africa and what to expect please refer to our destination guide.

Welcome to Cape Town!

Arrive at Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and make your way from the airport to the hotel to check in. For airport transfers we recommend pre-booking with EZShuttle. They will meet you in arrivals and ensure a smooth and stress-free journey to your hotel. To benefit from their good value rates and receive a 5% discount please book using the following coupon:

Coupon: MARATHON05

Website: www.ezshuttle.co.za

If you arrive before the hotels standard check-in time and your room is not ready you can leave your luggage at the hotel and explore your surroundings, or use the free time to visit the Expo to collect your race bib and any other extra items you may need. Detailed directions will be provided in your final itinerary. AC Marrott is located in the V&A Waterfront, which is within walking distance and surrounded by top quality restaurants and entertainment.

Your Marathon Tours & Travel (MTT) hosts will be waiting in the hotel lobby to greet you and answer any questions you might have.

Tonight there is the optional Night Run (8km) – Please make your own return arrangements to and from the start/finish at Green Point Park.

International Friendship Run, Expo & Welcome Reception

After breakfast we will meet in the hotel reception at 08:50am as our private transfer will escort us to the International Friendship Run (IFR – a 4.5km optional run); it’s a fantastic way to start the weeks festivities.

International friendship run – International and Rest-of-Africa Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON entrants powered by BYD are invited to meet for a scenic shake-out run or walk in the lead up to TTOM. Meet fellow runners from all over the world getting into the #TTOM spirit and invite up to three family members or friends to join you for a nominal fee as you proudly jog with your country flag.

Upon finishing the IFR you will be accompanied by MTT hosts to the Expo where you can collect your race registration pack.

The expo is located the CTICC which is next to our hotel, the Westin Cape Town.

You can find more info on the Expo here.

Tonight, you will enjoy a meet and greet with your fellow travellers at Marathon Tours & Travel’s hosted Welcome Reception and trip & race briefings.

(Breakfast included)

Sightseeing tour & Pasta Party

After breakfast we leave the hotel for a sightseeing tour. During the booking process you will be asked to choose from one of the following;

Cape Point & Peninsula Tour

After breakfast, we will depart for a Sightseeing trip with breath-taking views. The tour takes you along the Atlantic Seaboard via Chapman’s Peak to Cape Point, Simon’s Town & the Boulders Beach Penguin Colony. The tour offers entrance to Cape Point & Boulder Beach Penguin Colony. Lunch included.

Constantia Wine & Kirstenbosch Gardens Tour

After breakfast, we will depart for a Sightseeing trip to the Constantia region, in the southern suburbs of Cape Town. Nestled on the slopes of the mountain are beautiful homes and wine farms. Followed by a visit to the Kirstenbosch Gardens where you can stroll through the beautiful gardens, enjoy a coffee while relaxing and soaking in the view. The tour includes wine tastings, a cellar tour and entrance to the gardens. Lunch included.

If you prefer to be independent you can choose the open-top buses and travel around on the Hop-on Hop-off bus routes. Equally if you would prefer to take part in the trails races (24km, 16km, 12km) you will need to make your own return arrangements to and from the start/finish.

Often restaurants are booked up early, but you do not need to worry about finding somewhere to carb-load as this evening we will enjoy a substantial buffet meal with other MTT guests from around the world.

(Breakfast, Lunch (sight seeing trip only) & Pasta Party included)

Half Marathon Race Day!

Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD Half Marathon is here! After an early grab & go breakfast, please get ready to join us on our trip to the start line. Our private transport will take runners to the starting area in Newlands. This a 20-minute journey with guidance from our team to ensure you arrive at the start in good time and without travel stress. As with any race of this size the immediate surrounding area will be pedestrianised so we will get as close as we can with our vehicles to ensure you have the minimal amount of walking.

Supporters are welcome to join the Marathon Tours & Travel team later, after the start. More details will be available closer to the race date.

After the race meet the Marathon Tours & Travel team at the finish in the grounds of UCT, we will look after you until you leave. Your transfer back to your hotel will take approximately 20 to 30 minutes. Relax, you deserve it.

If you’re not running today, take this time to explore the sights of Cape Town or take a leisurely stroll around the V&A Waterfront where you can expect world-class shops, restaurants, entertainment and magnificent sea and mountain scenery.

(Breakfast Included)

Ultra Marathon Race Day!

Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD Ultra Marathon is here! After an early grab & go breakfast, please get ready to join us on our trip to the start line. Our private transport will take runners to the starting area in Newlands. This a 20-minute journey with guidance from our team to ensure you arrive at the start in good time and without travel stress. As with any race of this size the immediate surrounding area will be pedestrianised so we will get as close as we can with our vehicles to ensure you have the minimal amount of walking.

Supporters are welcome to join the Marathon Tours & Travel team later, after the start. More details will be available later.

After the race meet the Marathon Tours & Travel team at the finish in the grounds of UCT, we will look after you until you leave. Your transfer back to your hotel will take approximately 20 to 30 minutes. Relax, you deserve it.

This evening join Marathon Tours & Travel hosts, your new running friends and supporters to celebrate as we‘ll meet up for post-race celebrations, saying cheers to all of our runners on an amazing accomplishment!

If you’re not running today, take this time to explore the sights of Cape Town or take a leisurely stroll around the V&A Waterfront where you can expect world class shops, restaurants, entertainment and magnificent sea and mountain scenery.

(Breakfast included)