Reykjavik Marathon trip 2 nights - August 2012. The Reykjavik Marathon is becoming a popular event for the experienced runner, but all the family can take part in this event as well. When you are running in Iceland in August, the temperature is perfect – never too cold and never too hot.
Reykjavik Marathon Trip - 17th August - 19th August 2012
This is a great opportunity to take part in a fantastic event in Iceland during the summer. The Reykjavik Marathon is becoming a popular event for the experienced runner, but all the family can take part as well. When you are running in Iceland in August, the temperature is perfect – never too cold and never too hot. Many runners have been impressed by this race:
“What a beautiful, spectacular country and course. It was amazing. You ran through a park and there was water on both sides. It was exhilarating. I loved this marathon.“
All Iceland is offering this Reykjavik Marathon package, departing from London on Friday 17th August and returning on Sunday 19th, 2 nights from £495 per person sharing double/twin room.
This includes:
- Return flight from London Stansted
- Pick up from Keflavik airport and transfer to your hotel in Reykjavik
- 2 nights accommodation in central Reykjavik, - 3* star hotel
- Representative from All-Iceland on hand during the trip
Not included:
- Travel insurance
- Optional excursions
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All Iceland is here to help you get the holiday you want and we can adapt this package. Book through us and your holiday is protected by an ATOL registered company.
Reykjavik is an exciting modern city with lots to see and do or if you want to relax visit one of the many spas and swimming pools. Make use of the 24 hour Reykjavik Welcome Card to explore the City and its many historic sides.
Reykjavik Culture Night takes place on the same day as the marathon and is a delight for everybody to enjoy. Culture Night offers free entertainment, fireworks and international and local artists like our famous Bjork, Paul Oscar and much more.
Iceland has spectacular scenery and much of this is only an hour or two from Reykjavik. Reykjavik is the jumping off point for many day and half-day trips like; Golden Circle Tour, Volcano Super Jeep Tours, Blue Lagoon Spa, Walk on Glacier, Super Jeep and Snowmobiling, Snorkelling, River Rafting and more options.
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The Race
The 29th Islandsbanki Reykjavik Marathon will take place in Reykjavik City on Saturday 18th August 2012.
The start is at 8:40 a.m. for the marathon, half marathon and relay race (42.2 km).
The Marathon and the Half Marathon are one lap of the city, beginning and ending in the city centre. The 10km is only the first part of the course. Every km will be clearly marked.
The race is timed by Champion Chip Electronic timing. Each participant gets a disposable chip that is linked to his/her name and number. This data chip has to be securely fastened to the runner’s shoe to give correct results (in 10km, 21km and 42km).
Distance / Age limit
42.2km marathon, 18 years and older
21.1km half marathon, 15 years and older
10km race, not recommended for runners younger than 12 years old
Relay race (42.2km), 12 years and older 3km fun run, all age groups
1km Lazy Town Run, children up to 8 years old
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