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Additional Race support
All of our packages include additional race support which includes; race entry fee and processing, race number and goodie bag distribution at our hotel, our own sweep vehicles, our own support station at the half, additional snacks and refreshments at the half and the finish, runner tracking from the start to the finish and a personal photograph outside the stadium.
CHOOSE FROM
THESE TOUR
PACKAGES:
 If you want to truly experience the magic and antiquity of Greece
and the Marathon, this is the choice for you. You'll be headquartered
in the Aegean resort community of Vouliagmeni. Daily runs and clinics
with Jeff Galloway. Lots of sightseeing, guided tours and Apostolos'
superb runner support at the Marathon. |
 A shorter version of the above, for those who have limited time. |
 We realize that some runners prefer to be more independent and would like to create their own travel program. With that in mind, we have created a minimal support package for your first 4 days/3 nights in Athens. You can then add to it to design your own special vacation. |
Marthon 10k & 5K - date, time, route
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 Ancient Olympic stadium in Delphi |
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Athens Marathon & 10K and 5k
The Athens Marathon is like no other on Earth. According to legend, it covers the same ground that the Athenian messenger Phiedippides ran when he brought news of victory from the battlefield of Marathon almost 2,500 years ago. When you run the Athens Marathon, you run in the very footsteps of the ancient gods and heros that gave birth to western civilization. The finish line is in Athens' magnificent Olympic Stadium, the birthplace of the modern Olympic Games. Those who run the Athens Marathon say it is an experience they'll never forget.
The Athens Marathon is recognized as the original marathon course and it was the same course used in the 2004 Olympics held in Athens.Apostolos Greek Tours offers you the best way to experience the Athens Marathon. Paul Samaras, who personally conducts the Athens Marathon Tour each year, is a Greek native now living in Denver. He works closely S.E.G.A.S.(hellenic amateur athletic association) and others in Greece to smooth out the hassles so you can concentrate on what matters---running your best and experiencing Greece. Check out what is included in the Apostolos Marathon Tour packages. Check out what some of previous tour members had to say about the Athens Marathon and Apostolos Greek Tours.
ROUTE:
The Athens Marathon 26.2 miles is run entirely on asphalt. The first
twelve kilometers are level. The middle nineteen kilometers are gentle
long hills. The final eleven kilometers are downhill. The finish line
is in Athens' magnificent Olympic Stadium.
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of your internet connection, it could take several minutes to download.
DATE:
November 9, 2008. You'll enjoy daily sightseeing expeditions and running clinics with your personal coach, Jeff Galloway.
STARTING TIME:
9:00 AM at the ancient battlefield in the town of Marathon. Apostolos Greek Tours delivers you to the starting line in a comfortable chartered bus, so that you can start the day preparing yourself to run your best. The start for those who wish to walk (power walking) the course will be given at 07:00am sharp.
OTHER:
Your must be at least 18 years old to enter the Athens Marathon. There is no qualifying time. The course is open for six hours. For the 10k and 5k you must be at least 12 years old with parental authorization.
10K & 5k INFORMATION:
10Km Road Race
Along with the Athens Classic Marathon, a 10Km Road Race will take place, starting from and finishing in the Panathinaikon Stadium, open to anyone 12 years and older..
The course of the 10km Road Race will be out and back, running the first 5km on the opposite direction of the Marathon Race and, then turning back and finishing in the Panathinaikon Stadium, on the original marathon course. The start of the race will be given at 09:30.
The first half of the course is rather uphill, having some flat points on the way. It goes through one of the most central roads of Athens, that is Vas. Sofias Aveue. It goes by the National Gallery, the Hilton Hotel, the glass statue of the Runner, the Liberty Park, the Megaro Mousikis (Music Hall), and the USA Embassy. At the level of the Athens Tower, the course follows Mesogeion Avenue, and then Michalakopoulou Street for a few minutes. The course goes uphill between the Police Academy and the turning point, which is in front of the “G. Gennimatas” Hospital. The rest of the course is considered rather easy, finishing in the Panathinaikon Stadium.
In order for someone to participate in the 10km Road Race, he/she should be at least 12 years old with parental authorization.
5km Road RaceApart from the 10km, a 5km Road Race will also take place during the Athens Classic Marathon event.
The starting point will be in front of the Panathinaikon Stadium (Propylea) and the course will run the historical center of the city of Athens, passing along significant monuments and city buildings. The 5km Road Race will finish in the Panathinaikon Stadiuim.
The 5km Road Race will start at the same time with the 10km Road Race, at 09:30. The runners need to be at the start area at least one (1) hour before the start of the race.
In order for someone to participate in the 5km Road Race, he/she should be at least 12 years old with parental authorization.
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