Athens Classic Marathon
Get to know the Authentic Marathon route
3 Days
Details about
Athens Classic Marathon
This tour is addressed to the hard core runner as well as the amateur. It gives you the chance to familiarize yourself with the Athens Classic Marathon route, whether you intend to participate in the actual event or not. The tour follows the Authentic Marathon route, along the lines of the course taken by the original Marathon runner, Pheidippides, herald to the great Athenian victory against the Persians at the battle of Marathon. Enjoy a historical overview of the Marathon while riding along the course and the chance to run at selected short segments, with expert trainer supervision.
Suggested program
Day 1
Early morning departure to a place of legend. Meet with our mountain guide that will lead us to a part of the mountain path that Efialtes, the infamous traitor to the Spartans used to lead the Persians at the rear of the Greek forces (snack and juice included). Optional bath at the hot springs that give the name to area (the hot gates) and late lunch. Continue to mountainous Greece for our overnight at Meteora area.
Day 2
Meteora rocks, a unique geological phenomenon, is our place of visit today. Free standing, almost vertical rocks made you wonder if the myths of ancient Greeks about Titans were true. Perched on the sides or on top of the rocks are monasteries that make you wonder about the ingenuity and ability of man for creation, almost as formidable as that of nature. Visit two monasteries and short hiking on the spectacular rock formations with our mountain guide. Return to Athens in the evening.
Day 3
Meteora rocks, a unique geological phenomenon, is our place of visit today. Free standing, almost vertical rocks made you wonder if the myths of ancient Greeks about Titans were true. Perched on the sides or on top of the rocks are monasteries that make you wonder about the ingenuity and ability of man for creation, almost as formidable as that of nature. Visit two monasteries and short hiking on the spectacular rock formations with our mountain guide. Return to Athens in the evening.
The program is realized with the expert support of Nikos Polias, the Greek marathon champion (7 times) and course record holder, who is also owner of Runner Magazine (www.runnermagazine.gr) This is an exclusive program for maximum 6 participants per team/trainer in order to guarantee the necessary service and attention to each individual participant.
Duration
3 days
Includes
2 nights on Bed and Breakfast basis at your Athens hotel of choice
Transfers from / to airport
Five (5) hour tour of the Athens Classic Marathon route, including selective running courses across the authentic route, analysis and presentation of strategies
All transportation needs for Classic Marathon route tour
Not Included
Airfare from/to Athens
Optional excursions, transfers
Additional meals or drinks during meals
Prices
Rate per person in twin: from 290€
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