Amazing Running Tours

Running in the Galapagos

suesaustralia — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 06:34:10 +0000

I decided that my next big international running adventure will be the Come to Galapagos Marathon I have always wanted to go to the Galapagos and what a great way to see it by running a marathon.

Running in the Galapagos

suesaustralia — Fri, 24 Dec 2010 03:06:17 +0000

In May 2011, The Come to Galapagos Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K will take place on the island of San Cristobal. Last year was the 1st year this event took place and it was a huge success. The whole town was involved in cheering the runners on. The run was extremely well organized. A choice of a 10 day pre or post tour or a 18 day tour is available. The Galapagos has some amazing wildlife and great snorkeling and diving and some of the nicest people.

Tamarinda Marathon Costa Rica

suesaustralia — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 04:54:32 +0000

In recent years, the beach town of Tamarindo, located in the province of Guanacaste, has turned into a popular site for sports and athletic activities, such as golf tournaments, surf championships, and even mountain bike races. Now, the marathon category can be added to the list.
The Tamarindo Beach Marathon is a unique opportunity for athletes to combine their love for running with a beautiful natural environment, as the race allows its increasing number of national and international participants to run through one of the most exotic tropical sceneries of the Pacific coast of Costa Rica.
The course has its start and finish line in downtown Tamarindo, site of the town´s future Sports Center. Tamarindo is one of the most popular towns within the coastal zone of the north pacific of Costa Rica, located in the province of Guanacaste. Runners will run through Tamarindo and the nearby towns of Villareal, Matapalo, Huacas, and Brasilito. The Tamarindo Marathon Package wiil feature not only the marathon but a week long adventure n Costa Rica visiting Arenal National Park. This tour will be offered by Amazing Running Tours in Sept 2011.

Berlin Marathon Tour

suesaustralia — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 18:47:15 +0000

Brand new for 2011 Amazing Running Tours will be offering a package to the Berlin Marathon. We will have guaranteed entries as well as discounts for those that sign up early.

New Running Events for 2011

suesaustralia — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 06:04:24 +0000

We are looking into incorporating more trail runs in 2011 including some multiday Adventure Races. “The Wild Coast Trail Run in South Africa. A three day, 112km trail running stage race along one of the most rugged and beautiful coastlines in South Africa, the Wildcoast. The Wildrun starts at the Great Kei River and finishes at the beautiful natural wonder – The Hole-in-the-Wall. Between the two is 112km of wilderness running like nowhere else on Earth, with golden beaches, rolling hills, spectacular cliffs, wildlife, dolphins, warm sea, blue sky and friendly people” We are turning this into a vacation package with activities for non running family members. Options for extensions will include a wildlife safari, Capetown and/or Victoria Falls.

Bangkok Marathon Tour

suesaustralia — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 05:19:13 +0000

The Bangkok Marathon Tour package is a 8 day package with airfare from Los Angeles and includes accommodations, most meals and sightseeing Nov 15 to Nov 22, 2010

Price start at $1099 including airfare from Los Angeles

Description of Itinerary

Day 1 Depart Los Angeles

Day 2 Arrive Bangkok

Day 3 Includes a boat ride tour around the Chaophraya River, visit Floating Market, Grand Palace, Emerald Buddha, Arts of Kingdom. After lunch visit Gems shop and Thai Silk shop. After dinner, visit Lumpini Park night market

Day 4 Proceed to Cha Am enroute we’ll visit Samphran Garden & Elephant Theme Park. Enjoy Crocodile Wrestling and Greatest Elephant show. After lunch continue to Cha Am. Visit Phra Nakhon Kriri Historical Park (Khao Wang), this summer palace was built by King Rama VI in 1860

Day 5 visit Marukhathiyawan Palace, King Rama VI used this beautiful golden teak palace as a summer holiday home. With its airy walkways and seaside setting, it is often called “The Palace of Love and Hope”. We also visit Khao Krailat, Wat Khao Krailat is the temple on top of the mountain
Krailat, this is an old temple, which stands picturesquely among kuti’s, the monk’s house and a large white Buddha statue amongst
the trees. After lunch we will explore Hua Hin Beach, for swimming, sunbathing or other beach activities. At night will visit
Hua Hin night market

Day 6 Free Day

Day 7 Marathon Day

Day 8 Depart
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Sydney Marathon Tour

suesaustralia — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 23:52:05 +0000

Sydney Marathon travels across the Sydney Harbour Bridge and finishes near the Opera House.
The Sydney Marathon Tour
The tour includes 5 nights in Sydney and includes the Blue Mountains, Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb, Dinner Cruise, City Tour and optional extensions to the Great Barrier Reef and Melbourne.

Kazbegi Marathon

suesaustralia — Thu, 27 May 2010 22:49:57 +0000

The Kazbegi Marathon is a new Adventure Marathon this year in the beautiful country of Georgia home of the great Kazbegi Mountain. This spectacular race starts at 1700 m and goes up along the stunning scenery finishes at 2400 m. enjoy the pleasant feeling of participating in this adventurous marathon, taking place for the very first time. There are packages available to run the marathon and enjoy the fantastic scenery and culture of Georgia.

Amazing Running Tours Updates

suesaustralia — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 03:54:43 +0000

GREAT WALL MARATHON FILLING UP
The Great Wall deadline is March 15. We have been very busy processing last minute sign ups. After March 15, there will be a late and space is not guaranteed. This is a once in a lifetime experience where runners actually get to run on the Wall.

FLYING TORTOISE MARATHON – GALAPAGOS

The Galapagos Flying Tortoise Marathon and Half Marathon is almost sold out. We expect it to be completely full by beginning of May. This is a unique opportunity to see some incredible plant and animal species.

New Zealand

suesaustralia — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 05:15:08 +0000

I am so excited. I will be going to New Zealand in May to run the Routeburn Classic 2010. This one of my favorite runs. It is just so beautiful. I cannot wait. It sldout in one hour but I have several entries available. Several people will be going with me. My plans include plans include touring the South Island including Queenstown, Fox and Franz Josef iking and taking the Tranzalpine train to Christchurch. I hope to do some hiking, biking, kataking and just enjoy the beautiful scenery.