{"id":50346,"date":"2026-04-13T07:34:36","date_gmt":"2026-04-13T11:34:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-us\/?post_type=events&p=50346"},"modified":"2026-05-18T09:27:08","modified_gmt":"2026-05-18T13:27:08","slug":"nice-cannes-marathon","status":"publish","type":"events","link":"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-us\/events\/nice-cannes-marathon\/","title":{"rendered":"Nice – Cannes Marathon"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"featured_media":50362,"template":"","event_types":[265],"event_locations":[10],"event_distances":[266,12],"event_course_types":[261,25],"event_seasons":[22],"class_list":["post-50346","events","type-events","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","event_types-marathons","event_locations-europe","event_distances-20k","event_distances-marathon","event_course_types-road","event_course_types-urban","event_seasons-autumn"],"acf":{"event_hero_image":50362,"event_logo":50360,"event_logo_background":{"enable":false,"background_colour":"#dd3333"},"event_status":"waitlist","event_status_labels_available":"book-now","event_status_labels_waitlist":"available-soon","event_status_labels_off_sale":"sold-out","event_waitlist_button":{"link_option":"external","":null,"external_link":{"title":"Available Soon","url":"mailto:patrick.dimatteo@marathontours.com","target":""}},"event_additional_buttons":null,"event_book_button":{"link_option":"external","":null,"external_link":{"title":"Book Now!","url":"https:\/\/bookinggb.marathontours.com\/experience\/nice-cannes-marathon-2026\/397","target":""}},"event_extra_button":"","event_overview":"

If you have questions regarding Marathon Tours & Travel's Nice-Cannes Marathon Packages please: EMAIL OUR TRIP DESIGNER<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0CALL 617-242-7845<\/a><\/p>\r\nThe Nice-Cannes Marathon 2026, also known as the French Riviera Marathon, is the second biggest marathon in France after the Paris Marathon.\r\n\r\nThe French Riviera Marathon offers a wonderful journey along the Cote d\u2019Azur between Nice and Cannes. The event takes place on Sunday 8 November 2026 and there are several distances available during the event weekend. The French Riviera Marathon was voted the World\u2019s Most Beautiful Tourist Marathon\u2019 by Forbes Travel Guide in 2018. The event offers exceptional views, from the palm trees of Nice\u2019s Promenade des Anglais to the finish line in front of the steps of the legendary Palais des Festivals which is the home of the famous annual Cannes film festival. The French Riviera Marathon is a qualifier race for the Marathon Tours & Travel Age Group World Championships.\r\n\r\nMarathon Tours & Travel offer guaranteed entry <\/strong>with a choice of distances; Marathon, 20km & VIP upgrade.<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe best thing is that all event distances start and finish close to a train station. Public transport is free to use for all participants on race day.\r\n\r\nMarathon Tours & Travel offer a hotel package staying close to the start in Nice. Our expertly-created package includes accommodation a short distance from the race start line,\u00a0 invitations for you to take part in activities such as a breakfast run, welcome drink\/get together, pre-race pasta dinner, post-race drink\/celebrations. Throughout event weekend, the Marathon Tours & Travel team will be on hand for guidance and support to help make your trip a fun, enjoyable and a success.\r\n\r\nMarathon Tours & Travel has a long standing reputation for showcasing worldwide events. As a gold standard tour operator, we are proud to be an official tour operator for the French Riviera Marathon Nice - Cannes.","event_overview_button":"","event_feature_icons":null,"event_features":{"meals_included":{"detail":"Daily breakfasts included & Carb loading on Saturday","title":"Meals Included"},"guide":{"title":"Guide","detail":"Guidance and support from our team. Welcome drink and post-race celebration"},"transfers":{"detail":"Train is free on race day for all runners","title":"Transfers"},"trip_extension":{"title":"Trip Extension","detail":"Extra nights available on request"},"accommodation":{"title":"Accommodation","detail":"Centrally located hotel in Nice and choice of package types"},"entry":{"title":"Entry","detail":"Guaranteed Nice-Cannes Marathon 2026 entry"},"celebration_party":{"detail":"Post-race celebration","title":"Celebration Party"},"excursions":{"title":"Excursions","detail":"Breakfast run "},"helping_hand":{"title":"A Helping Hand","detail":""},"worldwide_events":{"title":"Worldwide Events","detail":"Trusted by the race organizers as a Gold tour operator"},"medal_bling":{"title":"Medal Bling","detail":""}},"event_gallery":[{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":50356},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":50358},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_video","youtube_video":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=j2g8VSug6qE"},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":50359},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":50357}],"event_packages":[{"package_title":"Nice-Cannes Marathon","package_duration":"3 Nights","package_dates":"November 6 - 9, 2026","package_days":[{"day_title":"Friday, November 6","day_content":"Depending on the length of stay you have booked with us you might arrive before or depart on different days to the following itinerary.\r\n\r\nNice and the Cote d\u2019Azur are fascinating with plenty to see and do. The itinerary below reflects the 3 nights package. Adding extra nights is recommended and allows you more time to explore the city.<\/em>\r\n\r\nArrival day, Welcome Meet & Greet<\/strong>\r\n\r\nMake your own arrangements to arrive at Hotel Lakmi, where your stay will begin. Hotel rooms are ready to check in after 14:00. If you arrive earlier, you can leave your luggage with the hotel and explore your surroundings.\r\n\r\nYou are free to enjoy the city at your leisure. If you wish to visit the Expo to collect your race registration pack, please do so (instructions will be provided with the final itinerary), The Marathon Expo is open today between 10:00 and 19:00.\r\n\r\nA Marathon Tours & Travel host will be available in your hotel today to meet and answer any questions you might have.\r\n\r\nLater we invite you to join your Marathon Tours & Travel host and your running peers to join us for a drink, a perfect opportunity to ask questions and get to know your fellow runners.\r\n\r\nThe time & venue will be confirmed closer to the event date in the final itinerary sent prior to your arrival in Nice.\r\n\r\n(Breakfast included)<\/em>"},{"day_title":"Saturday, November 7","day_content":"Breakfast Run, Expo & Pre Race Dinner <\/strong>\r\n\r\nMarathon Tours & Travel invite you to join us in the hotel lobby at 08:15 before leaving for an optional run down the Promenade des Anglais.\r\n\r\nThe Breakfast Run is an established tradition the day before the marathon, attracting 200\u2013300 participants for a relaxed shakeout run on the Promenade.\r\n\r\nAfter breakfast run, we will escort anyone to the Expo who has not collected their race registration pack. However, if you wish to make your own way there, please feel free to do so. The Marathon Expo is open today until 20:00 (Expo hours subject to change). Instructions will be provided with the final itinerary.\r\n\r\nThe rest of the day is at your leisure. The Marathon Tours & Travel team will be happy to suggest some sightseeing options.\r\n\r\nWhy not explore other iconic destinations along the French Riviera, such as Monaco, Antibes, or even the glamorous finish town of Cannes - all easily reached by a short train journey.\r\n\r\nLater today, we invite you to join your Marathon Tours & Travel host for a pre-race dinner. This is included in your package and will ensure an excellent meal and drink in the company of your fellow runners.\r\n\r\nThe time & venue will be confirmed closer to the event date in the final itinerary sent prior to your arrival in Nice.\r\n\r\n(Breakfast and dinner included)<\/em>"},{"day_title":"Sunday, November 8","day_content":"Race Day & Celebrations!<\/strong>\r\n\r\nBreakfast will be available early from 06:30. Those taking part in the French Riviera marathon 2026 will easily be able to walk to the start from Hotel Lakmi. Your Marathon Tours & Travel host will be happy to escort runners to the start area, or you can follow the directions provided to make your own way, in your own time. From Hotel Lakmi, it\u2019s a straightforward 15 minutes\u2019 walk to the runners only start area (Promenade des Anglais). Please leave plenty of extra time to make your way through the crowds and to drop off your bag (if you chose this option), On arrival at the start please follow the instructions of the race officials, run, and have fun!\r\n\r\nAfter the race make your way back to the hotel, freshen up and celebrate\u2026you deserve it! Your bib number provides you with free train travel back to NICE, Hotel Lakmi is a short 10-minute walk from Nice Ville train station.\r\n\r\nReturn to Nice \u2013 Free TER service for all participants using bib as ticket. Cannes \u2192 Nice: ~30\u201340 minutes.\r\n\r\nThis evening meet your Marathon Tours & Travel host, fellow runners and supporters for a post-race celebration and drink! \u00a0More details will be provided on the final itinerary.\r\n\r\n(Breakfast included)<\/em>"},{"day_title":"Monday, November 9","day_content":"Departure Day<\/strong>\r\n\r\nUnless you have booked extra nights, please check out of your room before 11:00. Safe travels and we hope you enjoyed your French Riviera Nice - Cannes Marathon 2026 experience!\r\n\r\n(Breakfast included)\r\n\r\nItinerary is subject to change.<\/em>"}]}],"event_extensions":"","event_extensions_packages":null,"event_packages_and_rates":"

Nice - Cannes Marathon Tour | Three-Night Package: November 6 - 9, 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n