Sydney Marathon & Half 2023
Run the 2023 Sydney Marathon
The Sydney Marathon is part of a running festival which includes a choice of distances. Starting from 6.20am with the half marathon, followed by the marathon, 10k and 3.5k fun run. A world class event, it has consistently achieved IAAF Road Race Gold Label status and is an Abbott World marathon majors candidate race. The marathon is run on a spectacular course showing off the iconic sights of Sydney.
Sydney is Australia’s largest and most famous city. You can expect to experience the fascinating vibey harbour, white sandy beaches of Bondi Beach, the unique Sydney Opera House with its defined shape, like billowing white sails, and the impressive steel arch of the Harbour Bridge. As with any major city you can discover so much more to see and do. This beautiful cosmopolitan city is a celebration of cultural diversity and heritage, and has a passion for arts and sports.
A trip to Australia would not be complete without experiences such as Sydney Bridge Climb, Blue Mountains Hike and a visit to the Great Barrier Reef to explore and relax after your race. All optional and available with us.
Meals Included
Daily breakfasts included and dinner on Saturday
Guide
Guidance & support from our team
Trip Extension
Extra nights available on request
Accommodation
Excellent 5* hotel in a central location
Entry
Guaranteed race entry with a choice of distance available
Celebration Party
Post race celebration reception included
Excursions
Welcome reception, Sightseeing tour & Expo, a harbour cocktail cruise included
A Helping Hand
Exclusive VIP tent at the race finish
Coopah
2 week free trial for Coopah training plans
Travel Package Information
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Itinerary
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Wednesday 13th September, 2023
Arrival Day
Arrive in Sydney and transfer on your own to the InterContinental Sydney. Upon arrival, join us for a welcome brunch and Q &A briefing from 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM where you will meet fellow travelers and your MTT Hosts. This afternoon is free to explore the local neighbourhoods in Sydney and enjoy the views of the Sydney Harbour. (brunch included).
Thursday 14th September, 2023
Half-day Sightseeing Tour
After breakfast, the group will depart on an unforgettable panoramic Sydney half-day sightseeing tour. On the tour you will visit the historic Rocks area, enjoy magnificent views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge and visit Bondi Beach. We will end our tour at the ASICS Event Expo. The rest of the day is free to enjoy at your leisure. Breakfast and lunch is included.
Friday 15th September, 2023
Explore Sydney
Choose between a full-day tour to the Blue Mountains (see details below) or explore Sydney on your own.
The 2023 Sydney Running Show hours today are 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
This evening, Marathon Tours & Travel will host a Sydney Harbour Cocktail Cruise. There is no other Sydney venue more desired, no views more captivating than the spectacular Sydney Harbour. Join runners from all over for this exclusive event. Includes canapes and one (1) drink per person.
Saturday 16th September, 2023
Half-Marathon Race Day!
Come cheer on the half-marathon runners or enjoy the sights of Sydney at your leisure. You can relax at one of the famous beaches, visit the Taronga Zoo to see the koalas or head to the Sydney Running Show for last minute race gear purchases. Tonight, join us for our pre-race dinner at the hotel. Breakfast and dinner is included.
Sunday 17th September, 2023
Marathon Race Day!
This morning, a representative from Marathon Tours & Travel will walk you to the trains that take you to the starting line. After you finish, stop by and recharge at the Marathon Tours & Travel post-race celebration area. Enjoy some light refreshments before walking back to the hotel on your own. Your hotel is located 800 meters from the finish line. This evening, the group will gather for a post-race reception to celebrate your accomplishment at a nearby restaurant! Breakfast is included.
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Extensions
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Optional Sydney Bridge Climb Tour – From £199
Thursday 16th September, 2023 (Half Day)
Thursday Mid-afternoon you can join us for the Sydney Bridge Climb, one of the most iconic things to do while in Sydney. Choose between a day, twilight or evening climb and select from a duration of 2.5hrs, 3hrs & 3.5hrs. Be sure to sign up in plenty of time as these activities typically sell out.
Optional Blue Mountain with Self- Guided Hike – From £189
Wednesday 15th September, 2023 (Full Day)
The Blue Mountains National Park is one of the seven national parks that make up the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area. This wonderful sandstone outcrops, deep ravines and hazy blue eucalypt forests boasts luxury retreats and stunning views. Your guide will take you off the beaten track to visit remote lookout locations and discuss the history, flora and fauna of this magnificent region. A highlight today will be a 1 ½ to 2 hour hike along the top of the Grouse Valley – it provides an exhilarating walk while seeing wildlife such as the elusive Lyre Bird. We’ll stop and enjoy a picnic style lunch while looking over one of the world class views this walk provides. Lunch is included.
We require a minimum of 20 people to operate this trip.
7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Highlights Include:
- Wildlife immersion
- Early entry to the Blue Mountains World Heritage Park
- Lunch
- Complete circle loop of the Blue Mountains
- Visit to remote regions with stunning views
- Historic Hartley Vale
Post-race 4 Nights Extension to The Great Barrier Reef – From £1490
Monday 18th September, 2023
Transfer from the InterContinental to Sydney International Airport for your flight to Cairns. Upon arrival you will be transferred to the Shangri-La. You will have the remainder of the day at your leisure to relax at the hotel or go into town to explore. Breakfast is included.
Tuesday 19th September, 2023
Today you will walk from the hotel to the port for your full day Great Barrier Reef Cruise. You will explore three different sites from an amazing selection of exclusive locations at the stunning Agincourt Ribbon Reefs. Enjoy over 5 hours at the reef with unlimited snorkelling and up to three certified dives and introductory diving (diving is at an additional cost). At the conclusion of the cruise you will return to the hotel. Breakfast and lunch included.
Wednesday 20th September, 2023
After breakfast, you will meet your guide for a full day Cape Tribulation, Daintree and Mossman Gorge tour. The day will begin with a visit to the Daintree River Cruise Centre for a one hour cruise through the Daintree Rainforest. The tour will then continue to Alexandra Lookout for a spectacular view of the Daintree River Estuary, Snapper Island and beyond to the Coral Sea. Lunch will be included at the Daintree Heritage Lodge then you will continue on to Cape Tribulation, where the Rainforest meets the Reef. The day will conclude with a 1 ½ hour walk through Mossman Gorge. You will be welcomed with a traditional ‘smoking’ ceremony that cleanses and wards off bad spirits. The walk then meanders through the stunning rainforest and takes in traditional huts or humpies. At the end of the tour you will enjoy a traditional bush tea and damper. Upon arrival to the Shangri-La Cairns you will have the evening at your leisure. Breakfast and lunch included.
Thursday 21st & Friday 22nd September, 2023
Thursday is a free day to explore Cairns on your own or book another day out on the Great Barrier Reef and the evening is the farewell reception at the hotel (or local restaurant). Friday is departure day, check out of your hotel and transfer to Cairns airport for your flight home or on ward to your next destination. Please be sure to book your flight home from Cairns (CNS) as we will not be returning to Sydney. Breakfast is included both days.
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Packages & Rates
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Guaranteed Sydney Marathon Entry at £89
We are pleased to offer you guaranteed entry for the Sydney Marathon. You can buy the entry from Marathon Tours & Travel if you also buy the accommodation package from us.
Marathon Tours & Travel Sydney Marathon Package Includes:
- Stay at the 5* InterContinental Sydney for 5 nights
- Daily breakfasts
- Welcome breakfast reception upon arrival (Wednesday)
- Half day sightseeing tour of Sydney ending at the Expo
- Pre-race dinner (Saturday)
- Sydney Harbour cocktail cruise
- Exclusive Marathon Tours & Travel VIP Tent at the finish
- Post race celebration reception (Sunday)
- Guidance and support from Marathon Tours & Travel team in Sydney
- ABTA protected
Also Available:
- Guaranteed 2023 Sydney Half Marathon Entry at £70
- Guaranteed 2023 Bridge Run at £39
- Guaranteed 2023 Family Run at £30
- Sydney BridgeClimb from £199
- Blue Mountains Hiking Tour at £189
- Post-race Great Barrier Reef extension package from £1490
Rates (all prices are per person in UK pounds sterling)
5 nights from 13th September, 2023 Double Occupancy Single Occupancy InterContinental Sydney £1475 per person £2335
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Hotels
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InterContinental Sydney
Located a half mile from the finish line in the centrally positioned heart of Circular Quay, the InterContinental Sydney extends breathtaking panoramic views of the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Set within the beautifully restored Treasury Building of 1851, this 5* hotel is renowned as one of the city’s prized icons.
Address
117 Macquarie St, Sydney Australia NSW 2000
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Event Information
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Entre the 2023 Sydney Marathon with Marathon Tours & Travel
Experience the Sydney Marathon with us. Our package takes care of you, so you can enjoy the event, sightseeing and make the most of this spectacular destination ‘down under’.
The Course
Introduced in 2001, the Sydney Marathon followed the same course as the marathon during the 2000 Summer Olympics the previous year. The marathon and half-marathon both finish at the Sydney Opera House, while the shorter runs end at the Royal Botanic Gardens. In 2010 the marathon course was changed to flatten it out which, according to the organizers, makes it “a faster, more scenic and spectator friendly course”. The Sydney Marathon, Half-Marathon and the Bridge Run courses are AIMS Certified accurate courses. Marathon Course Map and Marathon Course Profile.
Race Dates:
- Saturday, September 16, 2023: Half-Marathon
- Sunday, September 17, 2023: Marathon, 10K and Family 3.5K Run
Race Times:
- 6:00 AM – Half Marathon (September 16)
- 7:00 AM – Marathon (September 17)
- 8:00 AM – Bridge Run 10K (September 17)
- 9:00 AM – Family Fun Run 3.5K (September 17)
Eligibility:
- Marathon – 18 years +
- Half Marathon – 16 years + (participants aged 16 – 18 will be required to sign a special waiver)
- Bridge Run (10K) – No age restrictions
- Family Fun Run (3.5K) – No age restrictions
Time Limit:
- Sydney Marathon – 6 Hours
- Sydney Marathon 21.1K – 2 h 45 min
- Sydney Marathon Bridge Run 10K – 1 h 30 min
- Sydney Marathon Family Fun Run 3.5K – 1 h 05 min
Each event will have cut-off points along the route. For more information go here.
Awards: Everyone who finishes their running event within the time limit will receive a commemorative medal. Marathon finishers will also receive a finishers t-shirt.
Weather: September is the beginning of the spring season in Sydney. Daytime temperatures will range from 60°F – 68°F (16°C – 20°C). You will want to be prepared for some potential chilly westerly winds and chance of rain.
Difficulty: Moderate. See Marathon course profile here.
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Registration & Booking
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How to Book
To make your booking, click on the orange button at the top of the page, ensuring that you select the correct number of rooms and types for all members in your party plus all the required extras. When you book, we will require a deposit to confirm your place.
Payments
When you confirm your booking, we will take payment.
The cost of the event entry is non-refundable.
Travel Advice
Before you travel, check the ‘Entry requirements’ section for Australias’s current entry restrictions and requirements.
Guaranteed Sydney Marathon Entry
We are pleased to offer you guaranteed entry for the 2023 Sydney Marathon, Half, Bridge Run, Family Run. You can buy the entry at an additional cost if you also buy the accommodation package with us.
Starting Times and Bib Numbers
Although we are licensed to sell official entries for the 2023 Sydney Marathon, Half, Bridge Run, Family Run we have no influence over the allocation of starting times and bib numbers.
Closer to the event we will ask for your expected pace and other details to complete the registration process for the Sydney Marathon Festival. The race organisers will allocate you a starting time and bib based on the information you provide.
All race rules must be followed.
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