Athens Classic Marathon

Marathon Tours is pleased to invite you and your friends to the 2008 Athens Marathon, "The Original Run" on November 9. And do not forget that there is a now a 10K and a 5K that is an out-and-back course from the Panathinaikan Stadium built for the first modern Olympics in 1896. Marathon Tours first starting offering packages to this event in 1983.

Every runner dreams of running in the footsteps of Pheidippides who ran from Marathon to Athens in 488 BC to announce the Athenian victory over the invading Persians. You will love the finish inside the classic marble stadium.

Our 4-night package in Athens includes many features that will simplify the logistics of running this event. We also offer an optional 4-night extension called the Classical Greek Tour that includes visits to Mycenae, Naplia, Olympia and Delphi.

Special rates are being offered on Olympic Airways non-stop flights from JFK to Athens. Or we can book any flights that you prefer from your home city that may be more convenient.

Please be advised that we can customize your itinerary to meet individual needs throughout Greece or to other parts of Europe. Land only packages are available to those traveling on frequent flyer tickets.

Make your plans now. Marathon Tours will be pleased to provide you with all the information you will need to make your trip a memorable one.