✈️ Thursday, 5 November
Departure from South Africa
Depart from Johannesburg / Durban / Cape Town on your international flight to Greece. Overnight travel.
🏛 Friday, 6 November
Arrival in Athens – Welcome to Greece
- Arrival at Athens International Airport
- Transfer to hotel
- Hotel check-in (from 15:00)
- Visit to the official Race Expo to collect race packs
- Optional Meet & Greet at the hotel restaurant
Your first day sets the tone — soak in the Mediterranean atmosphere, explore the surrounding streets, and begin feeling the history of this remarkable city.
👟 Saturday, 7 November
Shake-Out & Race Preparation
- 5km shake-out run (optional group run)
- Free time for sightseeing and souvenir shopping
- Optional Pasta Dinner & detailed route analysis session
We’ll break down the legendary course — including the steady climb from Marathon to Athens — ensuring you are mentally and physically prepared for race day.
🏅 Sunday, 8 November
Marathon Race Day – 42.2km of History
- Early breakfast
- Transfer to the start (for marathon runners)
- Race Day: 42.2km from Marathon to Athens
- Finish inside the historic Panathenaic Stadium
- Optional celebratory dinner & medal ceremony on a private boat cruise
Running into the marble stadium where Olympic history was made is a moment few races in the world can replicate. This is not just a marathon — it’s a pilgrimage.
🌅 Monday, 9 November
Discover More of Athens
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Optional city touring
- Free time to explore, relax, or enjoy the Athenian lifestyle
- Evening departures to South Africa
Whether you choose to explore the Acropolis, wander through Plaka, or enjoy seaside dining, Athens always leaves a lasting impression.
