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AEGEAN BLUE EXCURSIONS PRESENTS
THE ATHENS MARATHON TOUR
hosted by Olympic Medalist Deena Kastor
November 4-14, 2026
This tour will be Deena Kastor’s first return to Athens, where she earned the Bronze medal in the 2004 Olympics. Photo: Victah Sailer.
“I have long awaited finding a meaningful return to Athens, to bring others with me to relive my 2004 Olympic experience. That day was a memorable one in my career, but in ways that may surprise you. I look forward to running, storytelling, and connecting while we explore the beauty of Greece.”
Join us for a very special tour
We invite you to be part of the running experience of a lifetime when you join 2004 Athens Olympic Bronze medalist and American running legend, Deena Kastor, and 25,000 fellow competitors for the 2026 Athens Marathon. Deena is a New York Times best-selling author of her autobiography, Let Your Mind Run, and holder of the American women’s marathon record for 19 consecutive years.
More than an included race bib into the already sold-out event of your choice (marathon, 10k, or 5k), the 10-day itinerary provides the opportunity to immerse in the culture, classical history, cuisine, vibrant atmosphere and beauty of Greece. Deena will be there to guide, inspire and encourage you for race day, and share the wonders of exploring Greece with you on the tour that follows race day.
the historic path of the original marathon route that started it all, 2,500 years ago. Bring your family and friends to experience the race, but also the majesty and incomparable splendor of Greece. You’ll love the finest accommodations, dining, and sightseeing opportunities that Greece offers. Our tour leaders are experts in all aspects of travel in Greece, the marathon, and how to help you get the most from your time on tour.
Race and Retrace…
Run your choice of the marathon, 10k or 5k events.
Itinerary Overview
Day 1 — The Adventure Begins!
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4
Time to board your international flight to Athens! This is an overnight flight which puts you into Greece the following day.
Day 2 — Welcome to Greece!
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5
Upon checking into your hotel, the group will receive a short orientation and then be free to rest or explore. In the evening, Deena Kastor joins us to celebrate with a welcome dinner atop the highest mountain overlooking Athens.
Day 3 — Athens
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6
Start the day with a shakeout jog around the base of the renowned Acropolis! After a hearty Greek breakfast, we’ll tour the Acropolis and the ancient Parthenon, along with the Acropolis Museum. Lunch will be in the Plaka area, then spend the afternoon at the Marathon Expo and pick up your race day packets.
Day 4 — Race Day Orientation and 5K Run
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7
Today we will cheer on the 5K participants and prepare for tomorrow’s Marathon and 10K runs. Race day orientation will round out the day.
Day 5 — 10K and Marathon!
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8
Race Day is here! Our team will make sure you arrive at the starting line for the Marathon or 10K with plenty of time to warm up, and we will be available to assist you with your race day needs. We will also make sure your family members and friends can cheer for you at the finish line in the Athens Panathenaic Olympic Stadium, site of the first modern games in 1896, and the only stadium in the world built entirely out of marble!
Day 6 — Temple of Poseidon
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9
After a leisurely morning, we will take a drive along the beautiful Mediterranean coast to Cape Sounion and the stunning 2500-year-old Temple of Poseidon. After lunch, we will head back to Athens to the National Archaeological Museum showcasing ancient treasures such as the famous Mask of Agamemnon. We finish the day dining and dancing in the Plaka at one of the most famous bouzouki restaurants in Athens.
Day 7 — Day Cruise
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10
Prepare for a leisurely day, sailing the Aegean Sea for a one-day cruise to the islands of Hydra, Poros and Aegina, located in the Saronic Gulf. Disembark on three distinctly different islands, enjoying the local marketplace, food, and highlights of each of these quaint island towns. Enjoy a free evening to shop and dine in the Plaka.
Day 8 — Delphi
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11
After breakfast, we travel to Delphi for a visit to the stunning and serene mountain site that ancient Greeks considered to be the center of the earth, home to the famous Oracle of Delphi, and many other ancient treasures. Our late lunch / early dinner will be at a picturesque ski village, then back to Athens for free time in the Plaka that evening.
Day 9 — Corinth, Mycenae, & Nafplion
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12
Lion Gate, Mycenae
Checking out of our hotel, we leave Athens for a scenic morning drive to ancient biblical Corinth and the famous Corinth Canal followed by a magnificent seaside lunch.
The view is like nothing you’ve ever seen before!
Later, we visit Mycenae, one of the world’s most important archaeological sites, then it’s on to the seaside village of Nafplion, a most magical and charming historic city. Enjoy dinner on your own in a beautiful cobblestone plaza at one of the numerous cafes and restaurants.
Day 10 — Epidaurus, Nemea Winery,
and back to Athens!
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13
After breakfast, we check out of the fabulous hotel in Nafplion, and take a short drive to visit the Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus. This UNESCO site is the most famous and best-preserved of all of Greece’s ancient theaters. Then it’s on to Nemea, Greece’s renowned wine region, for lunch and a winery tour, pairing culinary delights with a wine tasting of the best Greek wines before we head back to Athens. We will end the day, and our time in Greece, with a Farewell Dinner overlooking the spectacularly lit night-time Acropolis.
Days 11 — Flights Home
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14
Tour Inclusions
Every Aegean Blue Excursion is delivered in a world-class manner, giving you the best-of-the-best in Greece. On this 11-day journey, you’ll enjoy:
Experience Greece and the Athens Marathon with 2004 Olympic Bronze Medalist and holder of the American women’s marathon record for 19 years, Deena Kastor, as your guide
A personalized, signed copy of Deena’s New York Times bestselling book, Let Your Mind Run
Runner’s choice of race entry for the Athens Marathon, 10k or 5k (all three events are already sold-out to the general public)
Accommodations in premium hotels
Comfortable ground transportation to all tour sites
Most meals included
Race-experienced guides to assist with your pre and post-race needs
Professional tour guide services, including on-site lectures and visits to renowned historical sites such as Corinth, Mycenae, Delphi, and the Acropolis
Day-cruise to the islands of Hydra, Poros, and Aegina in the Saronic Gulf
Visit the ancient theater of Epidaurus
Visit and dine beneath the 2,500 year old Temple of Poseidon, one of Greece’s great pilgrimage sites
A winery tour, tasting and culinary experience in Greece’s famous Nemea vineyard
And much more!
Follow the route of the original, authentic marathon.
Pricing and Booking
Non-Runners
Double Occupancy: $5985 per person
Single Occupancy: $6785
Runners (Marathon, 10k or 5k-bib included)
Double Occupancy: $6385 per person
Single Occupancy: $7285
Prices do not include airfare, taxes or booking fees. Please review our terms and conditions, and cancellation policy prior to making your tour deposit. This Aegean Blue Excursions tour requires a $1,000 (USD) non-refundable deposit, per traveler, to secure your booking. A 3% processing fee is added at checkout to all payments.
11-Day Tour of Greece, featuring the Athens Authentic Marathon! Price includes hotels, most meals, and all itinerary excursions. (International airfare to Greece not included.)
November 4-14,2026
(Please note that all payments are subject to a 3% processing fee.)
11-Day Tour of Greece, featuring the Athens Authentic Marathon! Price includes hotels, most meals, and all itinerary excursions. (International airfare to Greece not included.)
November 4-14, 2026
(Please note that all payments are subject to a 3% processing fee.)
11-Day Tour of Greece, featuring the Athens Authentic Marathon! Price includes hotels, most meals, and all itinerary excursions. (International airfare to Greece not included.)
November 4-14, 2026
(Please note that all payments are subject to a 3% processing fee.)
11-Day Tour of Greece, featuring the Athens Authentic Marathon! Price includes hotels, most meals, and all itinerary excursions. (International airfare to Greece is not included.)
November 4-14, 2026
(Please note that all payments are subject to a 3% processing fee.)
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