The Marakez Pyramids Half Marathon is Egypt's flagship road running event, taking place annually at Egypt's most famous historical destination and the world's last remaining Wonder of the Ancient World: the Great Pyramids of Giza. The race features 21K, 10K, & 5K distances and takes thousands of runners on a tour of the Pyramids Archaeological Complex.
The official Pyramids Half Marathon travel package brings race participants and their friends and family together for an exciting and unforgettable trip to Egypt, in which we manage your travel plans from A-Z. We'll be there from the moment you arrive at Cairo International Airport, taking you to our partner hotel, managing all transportation and taking you on amazing excursions to iconic destinations. Find out more below!
Select from 4-Star of 5-Star accommodation options, offered on a B&B basis.
Transportation to and from the Airport, the Race Expo, the Pyramids Half Marathon, and of course all touristic excursions.
The world's last remaining Wonder of the Ancient World and an unforgettable experience.
The world's oldest stone monument, the Step Pyramid of Saqqara dates back 5,000 years and allows visitors the chance to go back in time!
Old Cairo's bustling atmosphere, centered around El Moez Street, is an experience you won't want to miss, including medieval homes, mosques, and monuments.
Egypt's royal mummies are housed in an underground crypt at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilisation, and you won't want to miss the chance to see Egypt's ancient kings and queens.
From King Tut's Funerary Mask to mummies, statues, tablets, sarcophagi, and much more, The Egyptian Museum is one of the world's must-visit museums, just minutes away from your hotel.
Wednesday and Thursday include special meals at the Pyramids and at Al Azhar Park!
Complimentary Pyramids Half Marathon race registration or spectator ticket
Bus transportation and English-speaking guides are included, as well as lunch at the Great Pyramids of Giza.
Bus transportation and English-speaking guides are included, as well as lunch at Al Azhar Park.
Transportation from your hotel to the Egyptian Museum and then the Race Expo, and from the Race Expo to the hotel is included.
Bus transportation to and from the race is provided.
Good luck!
