Sports Tours International 2023 Running Brochure

ABOUT SPORTS TOURS INTERNATIONAL

Established in 1973, Sports Tours International is Europe’s leading tour operator for runners. For 50 years, we have taken running enthusiasts to the leading mass-participation events including all six World Marathon Majors, European city half marathons, and the biggest ultra and trail running races in the world.

We plan all aspects of your trip to ensure a seamless experience that allows you to focus on what matters most – the running! This includes organisation of accommodation in prime locations, transfers, pre-event itineraries, as well as the full support from our expert team of reps on site, including briefings, warm-up runs, and guided trips to the race expo.

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HALF MARATHONS

A half marathon is a hugely rewarding yet attainable goal in its own right. It can also be a great stepping stone towards a full marathon, or the perfect progression from 5km and 10km races. Whether it’s running along the Champs Elysées, through Times Square, or under the Brandenburg Gate, you could challenge yourself at one of the best half marathons with Sports Tours International.

PA RIS HALF MARATHON

5TH MARCH 2023:

Run past the city’s best-known landmarks and experience the romantic charm of the “City of Love”. The Paris Half Marathon is renowned for the live music and incredible crowd support along the course. This early March race could be the perfect early-season goal.

UNITED AIRLINES NYC HALF MARATHON

19TH MARCH 2023:

The New York City Half Marathon embodies the spirit of ‘The Big Apple’ down to its core. Running from Brooklyn, over the East River into Manhattan, through Times Square, and finishing in Central Park makes the United Airlines NYC Half a race to remember.

GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON

2ND APRIL 2023:

Known for its buzzing nightlife, imposing architecture, and diverse cultural scene, Berlin has plenty to offer, including the Generali Berlin Half Marathon – one of the biggest half marathons in the world. This fast and flat course lined with spectators is a great hunting ground for that elusive personal best!

MARATHONS

Completing a marathon is a bucket-list challenge for runners of all abilities. We offer a range of events, from the historic and serious to the more laid back. Each is a great leap for those looking to go the distance for a first time or see a new part of the world through running. We offer guaranteed entry and accommodation packages to marathons on four continents.

SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC PARIS MARATHON

2ND APRIL 2023:

The Paris Marathon is one of Europe’s most popular sporting events, attracting over 40,000 runners a year. Your running journey starts on the Champs Elysées before taking you on a spectacular journey through an iconic capital city. Enjoy an abundance of stunning landmarks and architectural icons as you run through the city’s stylish boulevards.

IRISH LIFE DUBLIN MARATHON

29TH OCTOBER 2023:

A capital city that’s as intimate as a village and as friendly as an Irish pub – the Dublin Marathon is not one to miss! With a course that starts and finishes in the heart of the city, soak in Dublin’s rich heritage as you compete alongside 20,000 others in Europe’s fourth largest marathon.

ATHENS AUTHENTIC MARATHON

12TH NOVEMBER 2023:

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 over 2,500 years ago. The finish line is in the original Olympic Stadium, birthplace of the modern Olympic Games.

ABBOTT WORLD MARATHON MAJORS

The six biggest marathons in the world – Tokyo, Boston, London, Berlin, Chicago, and New York form the legendary Abbott World Marathon Majors series. Sports Tours International offers guaranteed entry and accommodation packages to many of these prestigious marathons, helping you reach the start line – no ballot or qualifying time required. Every year we help hundreds of runners on a mission to become a “Six Star Finisher”, and you could be one of them.

TOKYO MARATHON

5TH MARCH 2023:

The Tokyo Marathon course symbolises the past, present and future, which over the 26.2 miles allows runners to admire Japan’s iconic capital city and its legacy. Whether its traditional shrines, modern day skyscrapers, or stages of performers and bands dotted along the course playing local music, the course winds through Tokyo’s central districts and takes in the city’s major sights.

BOSTON MARATHON

27TH APRIL 2023:

Held on Patriots’ Day, the Boston Marathon never falls off any runner’s radar. As the world’s oldest annual marathon, it is no surprise that thousands aim to secure their place on this legendary World Marathon Major start line. Every year we help a small number of our most dedicated runners take on this bucket-list event.

BMW BERLIN MARATHON

24TH SEPTEMBER 2023:

The BMW Berlin Marathon is renowned for its electric atmosphere and lightning-fast course, making this race an ideal choice for those looking to smash a new PB. The marathon world record has been broken an impressive 12 times in Berlin, proving the pedigree of this marathon super-course.

BANK OF AMERICA CHICAGO MARATHON

8TH OCTOBER 2023:

Be blown away by the Windy City at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon – one of the fastest marathon courses in the world. Experience one of America’s greatest cities come to life, attracting up to a million spectators. The phenomenal atmosphere and crowd support is one hard to match!

TCS NEW YORK CITY MARATHON

5TH NOVEMBER 2023:

The TCS New York City Marathon takes you past towering buildings, bustling streets, and world-famous iconic landmarks. New York City is the place where dreams are made! Join the excitement of running a marathon and completing the world’s best marathon for the trip of a lifetime to the Big Apple!

ULTRA-MARATHON & TRAIL RUNNING EVENTS

Take your running to the next level and set yourself the ultimate challenge with one of our ultra-marathon or trail races. Combine mountains with miles at the Mont Blanc Marathon or test your mental strength and physical endurance by going the distance with an ultra-marathon. Sports Tours International can help you expand your comfort zone, offering guaranteed entry and accommodation to some of the most epic ultras and trail running events around the globe.

MARINE CORPS MARATHON

27TH APRIL 2023:

The Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) in Washington D.C. is one of the most inspirational, picturesque, and well supported running event in the USA. The MCM is often referred to as “The People’s Marathon”, as there is an atmosphere at the event like no other. We offer guaranteed entry for the 10km, Marathon and 50km distances.

COMRADES MARATHON

11TH JUNE 2023:

The Comrades Marathon in South Africa is the world’s largest and oldest ultra-marathon, known as the “Ultimate Human Race”. The Comrades is a special event, which started as a tribute to the South African soldiers who lost their lives during World War I. The strong values of camaraderie, courage and commitment are what make this event so unique.

MONT BLANC MARATHON

23RD, 24TH & 25TH JUNE 2023:

Experience running on “the roof of Europe” in the trail running capital of the world, Chamonix Mont Blanc. The Mont Blanc Marathon is renowned as one of the world’s best series of mountain races with its testing courses and challenging routes. With guaranteed entry into the 10KM, Cross (23KM), 42KM and 90km events, this is a truly spectacular and rewarding challenge.