Amsterdam Marathon 2023 - 4 Night Package

Marathon Tours & Travel Amsterdam Marathon package includes the following:

• Your accommodation in Amsterdam, for 2, 3 or 4 nights
• Daily breakfasts, except on arrival day
• Hotel taxes
• Welcome meet up (Friday - applicable to 3 & 4-night tours)
• Short shake-out run (Friday - applicable to 3 & 4-night tours)
• Escorted trip to the Expo (Saturday)
• Pre-race dinner (Saturday)
• Post race celebration (Sunday)
• Guidance and support from Marathon Tours & Travel team 

Guaranteed 2023 Amsterdam Marathon at £80

We are pleased to offer you guaranteed entry for the Amsterdam Marathon. You can buy the entry from Marathon Tours & Travel if you also buy the accommodation package from us. 

Also Available

• Guaranteed 2023 Amsterdam Half Entry (includes official Mizuno T-Shirt) at £50
• Guaranteed 2023 Amsterdam 8K Entry (includes official Mizuno T-Shirt) at £35

Depending on the length of stay you have booked with us you might arrive before or depart on different days to the following itinerary. Amsterdam is fascinating with plenty to see and do. The itinerary below reflects the 4 nights package and allows you the time to enjoy the city.

Thursday 12 October, 2023 – Arrival Day 

Make your own arrangements to arrive at Mercure Hotel Amsterdam City today. Usually, hotel rooms are ready to check in after 3pm. If you arrive earlier you can leave your luggage with the hotel and explore your surroundings while you wait for the room to be ready. The International Marathon Expo is open today between 1:00pm and 8:00pm

Friday 13 October, 2023 – Leisure Day, Welcome Meeting & Shake-out Run 

After breakfast you will have the day to enjoy the city at your leisure. If you wish to visit the Expo to collect your race registration pack, please do so (instructions will be provided with the final itinerary). The International Marathon Expo is open today between 10:00am and 8:00pm.

Early this evening Marathon Tours & Travel invite you to join us in the hotel lobby before leaving for an optional run in the local area. It will acquaint you with the local area and shake-out any travel tiredness. The run will be easy and at a pace comfortable for all fitness levels. A perfect opportunity to ask questions and get to know fellow runners. 

 (Breakfast included)

Saturday 14 October, 2023 – Expo & Pasta Dinner

After breakfast we will escort you to the Expo to collect your race registration pack. However, if you wish to make your own way there, in your own time instructions will be provided with the final itinerary. The International Marathon Expo is open today between 9:00am and 7:00pm. Your race pack must be collected today, latest. 

An alternative to consider is the Good Morning City Run which you can arrange directly online. 

The guides from Tourist Run Amsterdam will lead you through Amsterdam in groups of 10 to 15 people, where you can enjoy all the tourist and historical attractions. Two beautiful routes are available for you. The 3.5K route (about 2 miles) will take you along the canals, the Flower Market, The Rembrandtplein and Museumplein. The 6.5K route (about 4 miles) will include the canals, the Dam square, the Skinny Bridge and the Museum square. The guides will run at an easy pace. It is not a race, so enjoy!

• The start is between 9.00am and 9.30am (every minute one group will depart)
• Start and finish is at the Museumplein, near the Rembrandt van Gogh 
• There is a clothing drop-off available at the start
• Cost is € 12.50 per person and is subject to availability, book here 

The rest of the day is at your leisure. Marathon Tours & Travel team will be happy to suggest some sightseeing options.

Tonight, please join us for a pre-race pasta dinner at the International Pasta Party. In line with the global tradition, the evening before the marathon you can carbo load at the official pasta party in the VIP tent in the middle of the historic Olympic Stadium. This is included in your package and will ensure a good meal and drink in the company of your fellow runners. Marathon Tours & travel will escort you to the venue.

(Breakfast and dinner included)

Sunday 15 October, 2023 – Race Day and Celebrations! 

Breakfast at the hotel will be available from 6.30am.  The start venue for the marathon, half marathon and 8km is outside the Olympic Stadium and easily accessible in 30 minutes by combination of train and walking. Please leave plenty of extra time to make your way through the crowds to drop off your bag (if you chose this option) and to find your specific start pen. On arrival at the start please follow the instructions of the race officials, run and have fun!

The Marathon & Half route passes by the Mercure Amsterdam City Hotel. Perfectly positioned for race day and to cheer on the runners.

After the race make your way back to the hotel, freshen up, celebrate…you deserve it!

Tonight, we will gather in the hotel bar for a post-race celebration and drink! 

(Breakfast included)

Monday 16 October, 2023 – Departure Day

Unless you have booked extra nights we ask that you check out of your room before 12:00. Safe travels and we hope you enjoyed your Amsterdam Marathon experience! 

(Breakfast included)

How to book

To make your booking, click on the orange button at the top of the page, ensuring that you select the correct number of rooms and types for all members in your party plus all the required extras. When you book, we will require a deposit to confirm your place.

Payments

When you confirm your booking, we will take a deposit payment. Subsequent payments are taken automatically. The cost of the event entry is non-refundable.

Travel advice

Before you travel, check the ‘Entry requirements’ section for Netherlands current entry restrictions and requirements. 

Travel Insurance

We strongly recommend travellers to take out comprehensive travel insurance with sufficient healthcare cover, including cover for existing medical conditions and any activities you plan to do.

You must ensure that your travel insurance policy covers you to participate in running events in the UK. 

Guaranteed 2023 Amsterdam Marathon, Half & 8k Entry

We are pleased to offer you guaranteed entry for the 2023 Amsterdam Marathon, Half & 8k events. You can buy the entry at an additional cost if you also buy the accommodation package with us. 

Starting Times and Bib Numbers

Although we are licensed to sell official entries for the 2023 Amsterdam Marathon, Half & 8k events we have no influence over the allocation of starting times and bib numbers.

Closer to the event we will ask for your expected pace and other details to complete the registration process for the 2023 Amsterdam Marathon, Half & 8k events. The race organisers will allocate you a starting time and bib based on the information you provide.

Free T Shirt Included with Marathon Entry

We are very pleased to offer guaranteed entry into the TCS Amsterdam Marathon. Entry for the Half Marathon and 8K are also available and we include the official race T-Shirt in our entry price!

Eligibility

Marathon Tours & Travel, an authorised tour operator, is required to offer travel arrangements in conjunction with guaranteed race entry. All runners must be 18 years or older to participate in the marathon or half marathon and 14 years or older on race day to participate in the 8k.

Race rules and general race T&C’s apply.

Number Pickup

You must pick up your race bib and packet at the International Marathon Expo prior to race day.

Temperature

Average temperatures on race day are between 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

Awards

Every finisher receives a medal.

Difficulty

Easy

The Marathon

Course

Start and finish at the Olympic Stadium the marathon course is fast, flat and leads runners through the sights and sounds of Amsterdam.

Race Time: 09:00 – 09:30 am

Minimum Pace/Cut-off Time Policy:

The time limit for the Marathon is 6 hours. The finish in the Olympic Stadium closes at 17.00 hours. This following km-points should be reached at:

5 km - 10.12 hours

10 km - 10.54 hours

15 km - 11.36 hours

20 km - 12.19 hours

25 km - 13.01 hours 

42,195 km - 17.00 hours

Runners who are reached by the sweeper vehicle, based on the passing-time table, and will therefore certainly exceed the time limit will be called upon by a member of the jury to leave the race and, for reasons of safety, get into the broom wagon. Should you decide to continue the race, despite the request of the jury member, you do so at your own risk. Remember, the course will be opened to traffic again once the broom wagon has passed. The water points and medical care points will also be removed, and it will no longer be possible to end in the Olympic Stadium. If you are removed from the race, you will not be eligible for a medal.

The Half Marathon

Course

Start and finish at the Olympic Stadium the half marathon is the biggest in the Netherlands and consists of one loop, most of which passes through the centre of Amsterdam. course is fast, flat and leads runners through the sights and sounds of Amsterdam.

Race Time: 1:00pm - 1:50pm

Minimum Pace/Cut-off Time Policy: The time limit for the half Marathon is 3 hours.

The 8k

Course

Start and finish at the Olympic Stadium the 8k is part of the marathon course, you can expect to pass the Rijksmuseum, Vondelpark before finishing at the Olympic stadium.

Race Time: 9:40am – 9.50am

Minimum Pace/Cut-off Time Policy: The time limit for the 8k is 65 minutes. After 10.55 hours, finishing in the Olympic Stadium is no longer possible.