Valencia Marathon
The 45th Valencia Marathon Trinidad Alfonso Zurich takes place on Sunday, December 7, 2025. This World Athletics Platinum Label event is known for its ideal racing conditions – a flat, urban course and cool December temperatures. The race typically starts in waves to ensure runner comfort and safety, and attracts runners from all over the world seeking a personal best. With its enthusiastic crowds, excellent organization, and scenic route that winds through the City of Arts and Sciences and along the coast, the Valencia Marathon offers a memorable running experience for participants of all levels.
Don’t miss out – it’s the perfect way to end your running year with a bang and a potential age-group qualifying time!
Marathon Tours & Travel’s Valencia Marathon package includes a conveniently located four-star hotel with breakfast for three nights. Additional nights can be requested. We also offer guaranteed entry plus various opportunities to meet with your fellow runners. We invite you to take part in a shake-out run, a pre-race pasta dinner and celebrations. Your Marathon Tours & Travel team will be on hand for guidance and support to make your trip a success!
Meals Included
Daily breakfasts included and dinner on Saturday
Guide
Guidance and support from our Marathon Tours & Travel team
Transfers
Transfers to and from the race start/finish area
Accommodation
4* centrally located hotel
Entry
Guaranteed Valencia Marathon race entries available
Celebration Party
Post-race celebration
Excursions
Shake-out run
Travel Package Information
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Itinerary
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Thursday, December 4
Arrival Day
Make your own arrangements to arrive at the Novotel Valencia Lavant today.
Usually, hotel rooms are ready to check in after 3:00pm. If you arrive earlier, you can leave your luggage with the hotel and explore your surroundings while you wait for the room to be ready.
This evening will be on your own.
Friday, December 5
City Tour & Welcome Drinks
Following breakfast will be a half-day city tour of Valencia!
Early this evening, around 6:30pm, we’ll gather for a welcome drink in the hotel bar!
(Breakfast included)
Saturday, December 6
Shakeout Run & Pasta Dinner
This morning at around 7:30am, join your MTT host as they lead an easy 5km shakeout run around the local area.
The rest of the day can be enjoyed at your leisure.
Your MTT host will be distributing bibs in the hotel lobby from 10:00 – 11:00am.
Later today, at approximately 16:00pm, join your host and fellow runners/spectators, for a pre-race pasta dinner at the hotel.
(Breakfast and Dinner included)
Sunday, December 7
Race Day and Celebrations!
An early breakfast will be available this morning, from approximately 06:00am.
The race starts in the Plaça de la Marató, a transfer to the start area from the hotel will be provided for all runners. On arrival at the start please follow the instructions of the race officials, run and have fun!
The Marathon route passes right by the hotel – perfectly positioned for race day and to cheer on the runners.
After the race make your way back to the hotel or jump on one of the transfers provided, freshen up, and relax… you deserve it!
Early this evening, around 6:00pm, meet your Marathon Tours & Travel team, fellow runners, and supporters to celebrate your achievement in the hotel bar!
(Breakfast included)
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Packages & Rates
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Valencia Marathon Tour | Four-Night Package: December 4 – 8, 2025
- Four nights in 4* accommodation in Valencia
- Daily breakfasts, except on arrival day
- Hotel taxes
- City Tour (Friday AM)
- Welcome drink (Friday PM)
- Shake-out run (Saturday AM)
- Bib collection on runners behalf
- Pre-race pasta dinner (Saturday PM)
- Coach transfer to the start / back from Finish
- Post race drink (Sunday PM)
- Guidance and support from Marathon Tours & Travel in Valencia
Not included:
- Valencia Marathon Entry
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions above
A longer stay?
Contact us for a quote or use our easy booking tool to cost and book.
Traveling with children?
Contact us for a quote.
Room Policy
Marathon Tours & Travel’s policy is that anyone staying in our room block must be part of our package. If you plan to bring a spouse or guest, they must purchase our package. For example, if there are two of you, the rate would be the double occupancy rate (per person). If you purchase a single occupancy rate package, then only you are allowed in your room. To attend any of our activities, you must be part of our package.
Rates (all prices are per person and in US dollars)
Additional nights upon request
Valencia Marathon Tour Double Occupancy Single Occupancy Four-Night Package $1310 per person $2095 Optional ExtrasGuaranteed Race Entry Rate Valencia Marathon Race Entry $235
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Hotels
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Valencia, Spain4 * Novotel Valencia Lavant
Discover Novotel Valencia Lavant, an ideal combination of modernity and comfort in the heart of Valencia. From elegant design to top-notch amenities, enjoy sophistication and vibrant spaces. Whether for business or pleasure, encounter serenity amidst the city’s hustle and bustle.
The hotel boasts a swimming pool and Rooftop Bar with views over the city, as well as 4 different restaurant areas to enjoy. Relax in a welcoming environment, designed for you to enjoy every moment. Ideal for your adventure in Valencia.
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Event Information
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Eligibility: Marathon Tours & Travel, an authorized tour operator, is required to offer travel arrangements in conjunction with guaranteed race entry. All runners must be 18 years or older to participate in the half marathon. Race Rules apply.
Temperature: December in Valencia is ideal for long distance races with perfect temperatures between 54 and 63 degrees Fahrenheit.
Difficulty: Valencia has no hills. It is almost completely flat. If you are looking for a quick time, this is your marathon.
Course: The Valencia Marathon course, starting in the Plaça de la Marató and ending along a walkway over water in the City of Arts and Sciences, is the ideal circuit for achieving a personal best. It is completely flat and at sea level. It runs along large avenues and through the historic center of the city, where the main tourist attractions are located. In addition, it has numerous cheering stations along the route to help you keep up your pace.
Race Time: The start will be at 8:15 a.m. and the race will finish by 3:15 p.m.
Minimum Pace/Cut-off Time Policy: The maximum official time for finishing the race will be 5h:30, with this time limit not being exceeded under any circumstances.
Awards: Every finisher receives a medal.
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Registration & Booking
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Rates: All prices are based on current exchange rates and may change due to currency fluctuations.
Reservations and Payments: A completed tour application together with a non-refundable deposit of $400.00 per person must be received before confirming your reservations. Final payment must be received before September 29, 2025. Final payments received after September 29, 2025 will be charged a $50.00 late payment fee.
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.
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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Abbott World Marathon Majors Age Group World Championship
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This event is an Abbott World Marathon Majors Marathon Tours & Travel Age Group World Championship (AGWC) Qualifying Race. If you achieve the automatic qualifying time for your age group, found here, you’ll be invited to the 2026 Age Group World Championship. Location still to be determined. The qualifying period begins on January 1, 2025, and will conclude on December 31, 2025.
If you received an AGWC invitation for the 2025 race to be held in conjunction with the TCS New York City Marathon on November 2, 2025, Congratulations! We invite you to book the Official AGWC Package here.
For more information on the Age Group World Rankings and Championship click here.
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Meet the Reps
Patrick DiMatteo
Trip Designer
Patrick DiMatteo
Trip Designer
Patrick joined the Marathon Tours & Travel team after receiving his Master of Business Administration degree from Grand Canyon University. While earning his degree, he spent a year in the Harvard University athletic department working in marketing and fan engagement. Born and raised in New Jersey, Patrick also spent time working in the athletic departments of both Princeton and Monmouth University in similar roles. Patrick is a graduate of William Paterson University of New Jersey with a B.A. in Sport Management and Business Administration and has a passion for both running and sports alike. He hopes to combine his passion of travel and running with his business acumen to create incredible experiences for runners around the world.
