
Run the city of sails!
Be part of New Zealand’s most vibrant and iconic running event — a colourful celebration of culture and community that captures the true spirit of Auckland.
Date: 1 November 2026
Duration: 3 nights
Location: Auckland, New Zealand
Price: $1,995 NZD per person ( two people/one room) / single supplement (one person/one room) $2,995 NZD per person
Package Includes
- 3 nights stay in boutique luxury accommodation at the Intercontinental Hotel, Auckland
Check in: Fri 30 Oct 2026
Check out: Mon 2 Nov 2026 - Post-race celebration drink
- Daily breakfast
- Hop on and off bus tour of Auckland
- Invite to Sports Travel Downunder closed Facebook group
- Exclusive code race entry at discount
- Welcome pack + custom tour t-shirt
- Comprehensive support from Sports Travel Downunder reps
- Detailed pre-race briefing
- Escorts to the marathon expo & race start
Room Options:
- King Classic Room – 1 x king bed
- Queen Classic Room – 2 x queen beds
Not Included
- Race entry
- Ferry ticket to race start
- Airfares
- Airport/hotel transfers
- Travel insurance
- Meals – except specified
Itinerary
Fri 30 Oct – Check-in at The Intercontinental Hotel from 3pm and meet your Sports Travel Downunder Reps
Sat 31 Oct– After breakfast, we will visit the marathon expo, then the day is yours to enjoy. Join the “Hop on and off Bus” tour and see the sights of Auckland or unwind before race day!
Sun 1 Nov – Race Day! Enjoy an early race day breakfast where we will have a race briefing, we then make our way to the start line. We will meet you at the race finish area and take you back to our hotel to relax and rest. Later on join us for a post race celebration drink, the night is then yours to enjoy in vibrant Auckland. With amazing bars and restaurants to choose from your race celebrations won’t disappoint!
Mon 2 Nov – Check-out at 11am. We wish you a safe trip home or take some more time to explore this beautiful part of the world!
Rates
All taxes and pricing in NZD. Land prices may change due to currency fluctuations.
Reservations and Payments
A completed tour application along with a deposit of $500 per person must be received when booking before confirming your reservation. Final payment is due by 2 October 2026. Once we receive your deposit we will send the race link to book your spot
Cancellations
All payments, including deposits, are non-refundable
Insurance
Trip cancellation, baggage, health, and accident insurance is highly recommended for all participants
All travellers must secure their own electronic visa to enter New Zealand and any required documentation
