 ITINERARY CHOICES We recommend Itinerary 2, the 5 day/4 night marathon tour package, combined with our pre-trip stay in Sydney and post-trip to explore the Great Barrier Reef. DIAMOND ITINERARY - 5days/4nights (RECOMMENDED ITINERARY) Thur., July 26 – Arrive in Uluru & Outdoor Welcome Function After being transferred from Uluru Airport to the Voyages Resort, you will check in to your hotel, receive your race regisration pack, and have the chance to unwind. There are numerous pools, shops and café’s to explore as well as the views from the several lookouts to enjoy. Enjoy a hosted training run at 4pm before our special outdoor welcome meal at Sails Resort poolside this evening. Meals included: Dinner. Fri., July 27 – Uluru Sunrise and Base Walk Tour & Pasta Party At 6:25AM you will be picked up from your hotel to visit the Uluru sunrise. With plenty of opportunity to see this amazing Icon of the Australian Outback up close, your camera will be your best friend. Breakfast will be provided and a special souvenir backpack is also included. You will also get to spend some time at the Aboriginal Cultural Center where you will be able to learn about the local indigenous people, the Anangu and walk the base of Uluru on a self-guided tour. This afternoon at 4:00PM there is an opportunity to purchase our limited edition Australian Outback Marathon souvenirs as well as to change your running event if necessary. At 5pm join the group for a mandatory Outback Marathon opening ceremony and race briefing followed by our exclusive Pasta Party! Enjoy plenty of time to carbo load with fellow competitors as the excitement builds for tomorrow! Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner. Sat., July 28 – The Australian Outback Marathon Today is the day we have all been waiting for! Breakfast will open at 5:00AM. Runners will be transported to the race start at 6:45AM sharp from their hotel for the start of the Australian Outback Marathon which will begin just after sunrise. We will welcome you back home to the finish line for some light lunch with Uluru as the backdrop with plenty of tables, chairs, fruits, sandwiches, and drinks for you to stay and cheer on your fellow runners! This afternoon opt to do a sunset tour of Uluru or a sunset camel ride! In the evening you are more than welcome to join us at 7PM for an informal get together at the Outback Pioneer Pub to celebrate your achievement. Be sure to wear your medals and come and dance the night away. Meals included: Breakfast, Brunch (at race finish) Sun., July 29 – Optional Kings Canyon Tour & Celebration Dinner Today you get to rest and unwind after the exertions of yesterday. There is an optional “Pool” aerobics session at Sails in the Desert this morning to help release the tension in your legs and the rest of the morning and afternoon are yours to enjoy. Opt to partake in a helicopter ride above Uluru and Kata Tjuta or perhaps visit Kata Tjuta on the "Valley of the Winds" walk or book a spa appointment and truly bask in your accomplisments! Alternatively, why not go on our exclusive King Canyons Tour. This one-day tour will see you leaving the resort before sunrise and heading off to the amazing Kings Canyon. With plenty of opportunity to explore, the tour will have you back in time to refresh yourself prior to the Celebration Dinner this evening. In the evening we will all gather together under the stars once more to commemorate your achievements at a typical Australian Celebration Dinner. You will be picked up from your hotel around 5PM and taken to our exclusive outdoor venue. Based on the multi-award winning Sounds of Silence dinner, this evening will be one of the highlights of your trip! This evening will feature a slideshow, awards presentation, fully hosted and multi-course meal, an excellent wine list, an on-site start talker, and a spectacular sunset (weather permitting), a perfect way to end your outback adventure. Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner. Mon., July 30 – Tour Ends After breakfast, check out of your hotel and begin your journey home or on to Port Douglas to dive the Great Barrier Reef with the Marathon Tours group. Opt to stay longer at the Voyages Resort to explore more of Australia or perhaps to experience more of Australia with family and friends. Meals included: Breakfast. Package includes: •Return airport transfers from Ayers Rock airport to hotel •4 nights accommodation
•Breakfast daily •Pasta Party (pre marathon - Friday 27th July) •Celebration Dinner (post marathon - Sunday 29th July). •Other Dinners as specified above •All Tours/sightseeing/activities as specified above •Guaranteed entry to the Australian Outback Marathon (or shorter event) •Coolmax running top •Travelling Fit representatives on site Package excludes: •Flights •Tourist Visas (if applicable)
•Travel Insurance •Optional Tours Notes: •Itineraries and prices are subject to change at any time ___________________________________________________________________
PLATINUM ITINERARY- 6 days/5 nights Thur., July 26 – Arrive in Uluru & Outdoor Welcome Feast After being transferred from Uluru Airport to the Voyages Resort, you will check in to your hotel, grab your race registration pack, and have the chance to unwind. There are numerous pools, shops and café’s to explore as well as the views from the several lookouts to enjoy. At 4pm join the Outback Marathon team and fellow runners for an afternoon training run before being treated to our special outdoor welcome meal at Sails Resort poolside this evening. Meals included: Dinner. Fri., July 27 – Uluru Sunrise and Base Walk Tour & Pasta Party At 6:25AM you will be picked up from your hotel to visit the legendary Uluru (Ayers Rock) to see the sunrise on a fully hosted walking tour. With plenty of opportunity to see this amazing Icon of the Australian Outback up close, your camera will be your best friend. You will also get to spend some time at the aboriginal Cultural Center where you will be able to learn about the local indigenous people, the Anangu and walk the base of the rock on a self-guided tour. At 4pm there will be an opportunity to purchase Outback Marathon souvenirs, change your race entry, and leave personal drinks before our mandatory 5pm race briefing. The traditional pasta party will follow race briefing. Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner. Sat., July 28 – The Australian Outback Marathon Today is the day we have all been waiting for. Breakfast opens at 5:00AM. Runners will be transported to the race start at 6:45AM sharp from their hotel for the start of the Australian Outback Marathon which will begin just after sunrise. We will welcome you back home to the finish line for a light brunch with Uluru as the backdrop. This afternoon opt to book a sunset Uluru tour or a sunset camel ride. In the evening you are more than welcome to join us at 7PM for an informal get together at the Outback Pioneer Pub to celebrate your achievement. Be sure to wear your medals and come and dance the night away. Meals included: Breakfast, Brunch (at race finish) Sun., July 29 – Optional Kings Canyon Tour & Celebration Dinner Today you get to rest and unwind after the exertions of yesterday. There is an optional “Pool” aerobics session at Sails in the Desert this morning to help release the tension in your legs and the rest of the morning and afternoon are yours to enjoy. Maybe aa helicopter ride to Kata Tjuta, a trail walk to the Valley of the Winds, or a spa treatment! In the evening we will all gather together under the stars once more to commemorate your achievements at a typical Australian Celebration Dinner. You will be picked up from your hotel around 5PM and taken to our exclusive outdoor venue. This evening will feature a slideshow, awards presentation, and a spectacular sunset (weather permitting), a perfect way to end your outback adventure. Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner. Mon., July 30 – Kings Canyon Tour After an early breakfast at your hotel, you will spend the day at amazing Kings Canyon. Lunch is included at Kings Canyon Resort and then, for those with a good level of fitness the rocky climb to the rim of Kings Canyon with your Guide will be rewarded with marvellous views. Alternatively, you may wish to explore the boulder-strewn canyon floor for an easier walk. You will stop at Kings Creek Station for refreshments (at own expense) on return to Ayers Rock Resort. This evening is free for you to enjoy! Meals included: Breakfast. Tues., July 31 - End of Tour Today your regular tour ends. After breakfast, check out of your hotel to begin your journey home or to explore more of Australia! Transfer to airport included. Meals included: Breakfast. Package includes: • Return airport transfers from Ayers Rock airport to hotel • 5 nights accommodation • Breakfast daily • Pasta Party (pre marathon - Friday 27th July) • Celebration Dinner (post marathon - Sunday 29th July). • Other Dinners as specified above • All Tours/sightseeing/activities as specified above • Guaranteed entry to the Australian Outback Marathon (or shorter event) • Coolmax running top •Travelling Fit representatives on site
Package excludes: • Flights • Tourist Visas (if applicable) • Travel Insurance Notes: • Itineraries and prices are subject to change at any time ___________________________________________________________ GOLD ITINERARY - 4 days/3 nights Fri., July 27 – Arrive in Uluru & Pasta Party After being transferred from Uluru Airport to the Voyages Resort, you will check in to your hotel, receive your race registration pack, and have the chance to unwind. There are numerous pools, shops and café’s to explore as well as the views from the several lookouts to enjoy. At 4pm there is an opportunity to purchase Outback Marathon souvenirs and to change your race entry before the 5pm mandatory race briefing. Here you will be able to leave personal drinks for race day should you wish to. Our traditional pasta party will follow. Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner. Sat., July 28 – The Australian Outback Marathon Today is the day we have all been waiting for. Breakfast opens at 5:00AM. Runners will be transported to the race start at 6:45AM sharp from their hotel for the start of the Australian Outback Marathon which will begin just after sunrise. We will welcome you back home to the finish line for some light brunch with Uluru as the backdrop. Opt to book a sunset Camel Ride or sunset tour of Uluru this late afternoon. In the evening you are more than welcome to join us at 7PM for an informal get together at the Outback Pioneer Pub to celebrate your achievement. Be sure to wear your medals and come and dance the night away. Meals included: Breakfast, Brunch (at race finish) Sun., July 29 – Optional Kings Canyon Tour & Celebration Dinner Today you get to rest and unwind after the exertions of yesterday. There is an optional “Pool” aerobics session at Sails in the Desert this morning to help release the tension in your legs and the rest of the morning and afternoon are yours to enjoy. Opt to book the "Valley of the Winds" walking tour, a helicopter ride over Uluru and Kata Tjuta, or travel on our exclusive King Canyons Tour (4:00am departure). This one-day tour will see you leaving the resort before sunrise and heading off to the amazing Kings Canyon. With plenty of opportunity to explore, the tour will have you back in time to refresh yourself prior to the Celebration Dinner this evening. In the evening we will all gather together under the stars once more to commemorate your achievements at a typical Australian Celebration Dinner. You will be picked up from your hotel around 5PM and taken to our exclusive outdoor venue. This evening will feature a slideshow, awards presentation, and a spectacular sunset (weather permitting), a perfect way to end your outback adventure. Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner. Mon., July 30 – Tour Ends Today you will be transferred out of Voyages Resort to explore more of Australia, or perhaps to head home and share your experience with family and friends. Meals included: Breakfast. Package includes: •Return airport transfers from Ayers Rock airport to hotel •3 nights accommodation •Breakfast daily •Pasta Party (pre marathon - Friday 27th July) •Celebration Dinner (post marathon - Sunday 29th July) •Guaranteed entry to the Australian Outback Marathon (or shorter event) •Coolmax running top •Travelling Fit representatives on site
Package excludes: •Flights •Tourist Visas (if applicable)
•Travel Insurance Notes: •Itineraries and prices are subject to change at any time __________________________________________________________________________ SILVER ITINERARY - 4 days/3 nights Thur., July 26 – Arrive in Uluru & Outdoor Welcome Feast After being transferred from Uluru Airport to the Voyages Resort, you will check in to your hotel, grab your race registration pack, and have the chance to unwind. There are numerous pools, shops and café’s to explore as well as the views from the several lookouts to enjoy. At 4pm join the Outback Marathon team and fellow runners for an afternoon training run before being treated to our special outdoor welcome meal at Sails Resort poolside this evening. Meals included: Dinner. Fri., July 27 – Uluru Sunrise and Base Walk Tour & Pasta Party At 6:25AM you will be picked up from your hotel to visit the legendary Uluru (Ayers Rock) to see the sunrise on a fully hosted walking tour. With plenty of opportunity to see this amazing Icon of the Australian Outback up close, your camera will be your best friend. You will also get to spend some time at the aboriginal Cultural Center where you will be able to learn about the local indigenous people, the Anangu and walk the base of the rock on a self-guided tour. At 4pm there will be an opportunity to purchase Outback Marathon souvenirs, change your race entry, and leave personal drinks before our mandatory 5pm race briefing. The traditional pasta party will follow race briefing. Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner. Sat., July 28 – The Australian Outback Marathon Today is the day we have all been waiting for. Breakfast opens at 5:00AM. Runners will be transported to the race start at 6:45AM sharp from their hotel for the start of the Australian Outback Marathon which will begin just after sunrise. We will welcome you back home to the finish line for some light brunch with Uluru as the backdrop. Opt to book a sunset Camel Ride or sunset tour of Uluru this late afternoon. In the evening you are more than welcome to join us at 7PM for an informal get together at the Outback Pioneer Pub to celebrate your achievement. Be sure to wear your medals and come and dance the night away. Meals included: Breakfast, Brunch (at race finish) Sun., July 29 – End of Tour Today your regular tour ends. After breakfast, begin your journey to explore the rest of Australia or to head home and share your experiences with friends and family. Meals included: Breakfast, Package includes: •Return airport transfers from Ayers Rock airport to hotel •3 nights accommodation •Breakfast daily •Pasta Party (pre marathon - Friday 27th July) •Guaranteed entry to the Australian Outback Marathon (or shorter event) •Coolmax running top •Travelling Fit representatives on site Package excludes: •Flights •Tourist Visas (if applicable)
•Travel Insurance •Optional Tours Notes: •Itineraries and prices are subject to change at any time
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