THREE NIGHT AMSTERDAM PACKAGE | October 18 - 21, 2024
Depending on the length of stay you have booked with us you might arrive before or depart on different days to the following itinerary. Amsterdam is fascinating with plenty to see and do. The itinerary below reflects the three night package and allows you the time to enjoy the city.
Friday, October 18 - Welcome to Amsterdam! Upon arrival, make your own arrangements to arrive at Mercure Hotel Amsterdam City. Usually, hotel rooms are ready to check in after 3:00 PM. If you arrive earlier you can leave your luggage with the hotel and start exploring your surroundings.
If you wish to visit the Expo to collect your race registration pack, please do so (instructions will be provided with the final itinerary). The International Marathon Expo is open today between 10:00 AM and 8:00 PM.
Early this evening Marathon Tours & Travel invites you to join us for an optional run in the local area. The run will be easy and at a pace comfortable for all fitness levels. This is also a perfect opportunity to ask questions and get to know fellow runners.
Saturday, October 19 - After breakfast we will escort you to the Expo to collect your race registration pack, if you have not done so already. The International Marathon Expo is open today between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM. Remember, this is the final day to collect your race pack!
An alternative to consider is the Good Morning City Run, which you can arrange directly online.
The guides from Tourist Run Amsterdam will lead you through Amsterdam in groups of 10 to 15 people, where you can enjoy all the tourist and historical attractions. Two beautiful routes are available for you. The 3.5K route (about 2 miles) will take you along the canals, the Flower Market, The Rembrandtplein and Museumplein. The 6.5K route (about 4 miles) will include the canals, the Dam square, the Skinny Bridge and the Museum square. The guides will run at an easy pace so all are welcome.
Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. Tonight, please join us for a pre-race pasta dinner at the International Pasta Party. In line with the global tradition, the evening before the marathon you can carbo load at the official pasta party in the VIP tent in the middle of the historic Olympic Stadium. This is included in your package and will ensure a good meal and drink in the company of your fellow runners. Marathon Tours & Travel will escort you to the venue. (Breakfast and dinner included)
Sunday, October 20 - Race Day! Breakfast at the hotel will be available starting from 6.30 AM. The start venue for the marathon, half marathon and 8K is outside the Olympic Stadium and easily accessible in 30 minutes by combination of train and walking. Please leave plenty of extra time to make your way through the crowds to drop off your bag (if you chose this option) and to find your specific start corral. On arrival at the start please follow the instructions of the race officials.
The marathon and half-marathon route passes by the Mercure Amsterdam City Hotel. Perfectly positioned for race day and to cheer on the runners. After the race make your way back to the hotel at your leisure. Tonight, we will gather in the hotel bar for a post-race celebration and drink! (Breakfast included)
Monday, October 21 - Unless you have booked extra nights, today is your departure day. Enjoy a leisure morning before checking out by 12:00 PM. We wish you safe travels home! (Breakfast included)
