Testimonials

Karen and Jeff (and Kelly and Kit) did a fantastic job moving us around and getting us where we needed to be for events, activities, and the race. The local guides are amazing - they are knowledgeable, engaging, and friendly. The tours are definitely worth going on as many as you can. Basically can't go wrong. I wish we'd been able to do all three, since I wanted to see more of the highlands (obviously, the 26 miles running it wasn't enough!) Thanks again for the poncho - it came in handy at the start of the race with the sideways rain. Love the buff and I use those all the time. Congrats on 40 years!

Anne and Jennifer were amazing. At all times they were looking out for all members of the group and somehow remembered everyone's names and stories so quickly. Please pass on a very big thankyou to both of them, and a special shout out for Jennifer who looked out for me at the end of the marathon when i wasn't feeling very well. Her care and attention was very much appreciated. They were on duty 24/7 but not for a minute did I get a sense of them being 'tired or over' having to respond to everyone's questions and demands. They were enthusiastic, and energizing the whole trip and had very complementary styles and skills. A huge thank you to them both, they were absolutely superb.

Excellent and complimented each other really well. Jennifer's energy is infectious and she sounds like she comes from a really health and well being perspective from her own business. She is very positive and encouraging. Ann is super organised and lets everyone know exactly what is happening. If you have a question I imagine there are not many that Ann could not answer. Ann is a great resource.

What did I like best? How it facilitated me to meet some incredible liked minded people who have this crazy passion for running too. The ease and organisation of the tour operators which meant I could achieve my dreams without worrying about the practical stuff.

Absolutely! Without a doubt I would recommend these tours and participate in another trip myself again. It was my first marathon and my first experience of joining a tour group of such a kind. It was beyond what I could ever have imagined. I met so many amazing people who I felt like I'd known for years not just days. I was made to feel important and welcomed as part of the group especially when I found out I was the only one who hadn't run a marathon before. I can honeslty say the trip was one of the happiest times in my life. Marathon Tours enabled me to reach and achieve my dreams and I have met friends for life that have inspired and encouraged me. I will always be so grateful for these special days and the experience that I had in Rio. Thank you so much.

Thanks for a great experience. I would recommend Marathon Tours without hesitation to other runners and their families. I like the way families are included and encouraged to come along, that is really important for all involved in the run.

We know Marathon Tours will give us a taste of the country, take good care of us, and give us a memorable trip. We enjoy the other people on the trip, too.

One of the most amazing and unique tours for anyone who loves to run marathons but also experience the gorgeous scenic Bordeaux region for its people, food, and wine!

Ann was great and I hope I told her so. She was very attentive to the group but down to earth and realistic with everything. She also made sure everything took place as scheduled and there was not one hiccup, at least that I am aware of. This was our first trip and my wife, who was reluctant to do this in the first place, by the time we left was asking when we were going to do another one.

Ann was terrific, Very friendly and outgoing. Also, was sincerely interested in taking care of her group. She is very well organized, and was able to keep the group well organized as a result. Hoping to do another trip where she is Host!