SEVEN NIGHT WALT DISNEY PACKAGE | January 2 - 9, 2024
Tuesday, January 2 - Arrival Day. Welcome to Orlando! On arrival at the airport, we recommend taking the Mears Connect Shuttle (should be booked in advance) to the Coronado Springs Resort. Once you check-in, the rest of the day is yours to relax and enjoy all that Disney has to offer. Your Marathon Tours & Travel host will be on-site to meet and greet.
Wednesday, January 3 - Expo and Dopey Get-together. After breakfast, we will meet in the lobby to travel to the runDisney Health & Fitness Expo at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, open between the hours of 10 AM – 8 PM. Runners who are completing the Dopey Challenge will need to collect their bibs today. For more information on the Expo please go here. The rest of the day is free for you to enjoy the parks. In the early evening, we will meet for a pre-race get-together for Dopey Challenge participants and their guests.
Thursday, January 4 - The Dopey Challenge Begins - 5K Race Day! Be prepared for an early start as you kick off your Dopey Challenge with the 5K. Shuttles are available to take you to the start line for your 5 AM start time. You’ll finish with plenty of time to enjoy the rest of your day in the most magical place in the world! For those not participating in the 5K race, you have the day at leisure to explore the parks. Feel free to make the most of your included day ticket. There will be another opportunity later in the day for everyone to touch base with your Marathon Tours & Travel host and fellow runners. Exact timings will be communicated closer to the event.
Friday, January 5 - 10K Race Day! Dopey Challengers, are you ready to double your distance? Today's race is the 10K course where you will have another chance to meet Mickey and pals at the start. For those who have selected the Half-Marathon, Marathon or Goofy entries, our Marathon Tours & Travel host will lead a short shake-out run this morning followed by an escorted trip to the Expo. The rest of the day and evening are on your own to enjoy.
Saturday, January 6 - Half-Marathon Day! Park shuttles will deliver you to the start line for your Half- Marathon. Similar to the other distances, you will begin your race outside EPCOT. Enjoy characters and entertainment as you run through Magic Kingdom and the Disney Lands. This evening, everyone will join together for a pasta party. For those running the Marathon, this is a great opportunity to fuel for your big event. Participants can enjoy delicious food while swapping stories and tactics with others, before retiring early for a restful night.
Sunday, January 7 - Marathon Day! We have another early start, so make sure you are prepared to get on a shuttle to the start line in good time. Your Marathon Tours & Travel host will be with you all the way to ensure you have the best possible start. Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere and special feeling of experiencing Disney World before the crowds arrive. Run through all four parks on this bucket list marathon course. Enjoy the distraction of Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom as you pass through. In the evening, we will celebrate everyone’s achievements from over the week, with a toast to each other and an opportunity to reflect on an epic week of running and adventure.
Monday, January 8 - Recovery and Discovery. This day is free for you to enjoy the rides and attractions at your leisure. Check out the exhilarating rides at Hollywood studios, engage in fairy-tale fantasy at the Magic Kingdom or admire exotic animals at the Animal Kingdom. There is plenty to keep you entertained.
Tuesday, January 9 - Departure Day. We hope you thoroughly enjoyed your Disney experience and wish you safe travels home or wherever your next destination may be.
FIVE NIGHT WALT DISNEY PACKAGE | January 4 - 9, 2024
Thursday, January 4 - Arrival Day. Welcome to Orlando! On arrival at the airport, take the Mears Connect Shuttle to the Coronado Springs Resort, which is included in your package. Private options are available at an extra cost. Once you check-in, the rest of the day is yours to relax and enjoy all that Disney has to offer. Your Marathon Tours & Travel host will be on-site to meet and greet.
Friday, January 5 - Join Marathon Tours & Travel for a short shake-out run this morning followed by an escorted trip to the Expo. The rest of the day and evening are on your own to enjoy.
Saturday, January 6 - Half-Marathon Day! Park shuttles will deliver you to the start line for your Half- Marathon. Similar to the other distances, you will begin your race outside EPCOT. Enjoy characters and entertainment as you run through Magic Kingdom and the Disney Lands. This evening, everyone will join together for a pasta party. For those running the Marathon, this is a great opportunity to fuel for your big event. Participants can enjoy delicious food while swapping stories and tactics with others, before retiring early for a restful night.
Sunday, January 7 - Marathon Day! We have another early start, so make sure you are prepared to get on a shuttle to the start line in good time. Your Marathon Tours & Travel host will be with you all the way to ensure you have the best possible start. Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere and special feeling of experiencing Disney World before the crowds arrive. Run through all four parks on this bucket list marathon course. Enjoy the distraction of Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom as you pass through. In the evening, we will celebrate everyone’s achievements from over the week, with a toast to each other and an opportunity to reflect on an epic week of running and adventure.
Monday, January 8 - Recovery and Discovery. This day is free for you to enjoy the rides and attractions at your leisure. Check out the exhilarating rides at Hollywood studios, engage in fairy-tale fantasy at the Magic Kingdom or admire exotic animals at the Animal Kingdom. There is plenty to keep you entertained.
Tuesday, January 9 - Departure Day. We hope you thoroughly enjoyed your Disney experience and wish you safe travels home or wherever your next destination may be.
