KBC Dublin Marathon

Official 2021 Dublin Marathon Travel Partner

2021 KBC Dublin Marathon

Sunday 24 October 2021

Duration: 3, 4 or 5 nights Distance: Marathon

A record breaking 22,000 runners took to the roads of the capital of the Emerald Isle in 2019. Unfortunately the 2020 edition of the KBC Dublin marathon was cancelled. Here at Sports Tours International we offer guaranteed entries into this sold out event. We offer a great selection of Dublin city centre hotels together with the services of our local team. Also available are some fantastic sightseeing options. Please note that our packages are only for runners who are resident outside of the Island of Ireland.

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DETAILS
Be one of the thousands of international runners, expected to run in 2021! If you don’t fancy running, you can also walk the course (starting at the back). With a start time of 09.00 and 4 starting waves, you could be in one of the many, warm and welcoming pubs, with a pint of Guinness, by mid afternoon. With a relatively flat course with a single lap around the city and ideal running conditions (averaging of 12 – 14 degrees Celsius) this could be the marathon for you.

Please note that our packages are for runners who are resident outside of the island of Ireland only.

The 2019 Dublin Marathon sold out more than 10 months ahead of the event, so this year it may be wise to secure your spot early. Here at Sports Tours International we have a limited number of guaranteed entries and excellent travel packages for the 2021 edition of the Dublin Marathon.

The 41st edition of the event, is set for Sunday October 31. The Dublin Marathon’s increasing popularity means it has been flying up the ranks of ‘bucket list’ marathons.

Dublin is an ancient city founded over 1000 years ago by Vikings. Today the city is famous for its sightseeing, nightlife, pubs, restaurant, literary history, and the very friendly 1 million inhabitants. Dublin Marathon is known for its relatively flat course, with 20,000 runners from 60 countries. It is currently Europe’s 4th largest marathon and it is certainly a marathon to add to your list. The course starts in Fitzwilliam Street Upper and finishes in Merrion Square close to the historic Trinity College.

Our travel packages let you enjoy the city of Dublin and gives you access to the guaranteed entry. Our local staff will ensure you are well-supported and all our hotels are within walking distance of the start and finish of the Marathon as well as the many delights of the capital of Ireland.

Our Wild Wicklow day tour on the Saturday is an excellent way to explore the Irish countryside. Our optional after party on Sunday at the Merry Ploughboy is a great way to celebrate your achievement with your fellow runners.

Prices start from £359 per person for 3 nights on a bed and breakfast basis with all of the below inclusions.

For all hotel options and prices, please refer to the hotel and pricing tab

What’s included:
- A safe pair of hands – More information
- A choice of excellent city centre Dublin hotels near the start and finish of the 2021 KBC Dublin Marathon
- Daily breakfasts
- All hotel taxes
- Local ground support from our team of local runners
Also available:
- Your Marathon entry at £110 per entry includes an exclusive 2021 Dublin Marathon jacket, goody bag, t shirt and medal
- Travel insurance (highly recommended). Please click here to find out about our travel insurance options
- Sightseeing tours and traditional Irish after party. More information and prices below
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Make your trip extra special with a typical Irish party evening and a sightseeing tour

The Merry Ploughboy – Post Marathon Gala Dinner & Traditional Show £60 per person including transport

We will collect you from your hotel in the evening after you complete the fantastic achievement of the 2021 Dublin Marathon. Travel by bus to the foothills of the Dublin Mountains, approx. 25 – 30 mins away from your hotel,to the venue for our evening of food, drinks and traditional Irish entertainment. The Merry Ploughboy welcomes you for a three course, home cooked meal with tea and coffee (other drinks extra). Enjoy traditional live music, songs, dance (Riverdance Style Show with champion Irish dancers). The show takes place between 20.00 and 22.00 with a hotel pick up at 18.30. Expect to be back at the hotel for 22.45/ 23.00.

Wild Wicklow Tour – Full day tour on Saturday – £60 per person including lunch*

Take a road trip through authentic Ireland and discover exactly why Wicklow is known as the Garden of Ireland! Our Wicklow day tour will show you some of the most magical and breathtaking landscapes of the Emerald Isle, as well as taking you to many amazing sites of cultural and historical importance. The tour will show you a wide scope of what Ireland has to offer, from barren boglands, to hidden mountains, with plenty of stunning sights in between. We will pick you up, from your hotel, after breakfast (approx. 09.00); you will meet your tour guide, and then set out on an unforgettable adventure.

Our first stop is at Sandycove beach, location of James Joyce Tower, and setting of the famous opening scenes of his masterpiece Ulysses. We will then leave the coast and head into the countryside, stopping at Avoca Handweavers, Kilmacanogue for morning coffee and homemade scones.

At the Sally Gap you will see why the tour is called “Wild” Wicklow. This is where lakes, mountains and wild bogland landscapes come to life. This area has been a film location location for many famous movies incl. “P.S. I love You” and “Braveheart.” You will hardly believe your eyes, when you take in the stunning views over Lough Tay, the “Guinness Lake”. Then we will stop in the pretty village of Laragh for lunch, where you can enjoy beef & Guinness stew in a traditional pub or choose from a number of traditional tea rooms and cafes.

At enchanting Glendalough, we will guide you through the Monastic site here, which dates all the way back to the 6th Century BCE, and afterward, you can enjoy time alone to reflect, as you take the gentle tree-lined walk to the Upper Lake. Back onboard our luxury coach we will treat you with a taste of Jameson Whiskey to aptly toast a day of discovering and celebrating all things truly Irish! With a warm heart, you can sit back and relax, as we return to Dublin via the Sugar Loaf Mountain Pass.

You will return to your hotel for 16.00.

*Payable locally
ITINERARY
2021 itinerary

Wednesday, Thursday

We offer extra nights at all our hotels on request.

Friday – Arrival in Dublin

Please make your own arrangements to fly to Dublin and transport from Dublin airport to your chosen hotel. Dependent on your arrival time, you could head to the marathon expo to collect your race bib, located at the Royal Dublin Society, Merrion Road and open from 12pm – 7pm.

Head out during the evening and see the city come to life at night. Enjoy a relaxed night tasting the local cuisine and meeting the locals.

You will be able to meet up with our local running hosts either at the Dublin Marathon Expo or at your chosen hotel today. They will be on hand throughout your stay for advice and to make you feel welcome in Dublin.

Saturday – Wild Wicklow Tour

After an Irish breakfast please make your way to the Dublin Marathon EXPO if you didn’t do so yesterday. You also have the option to join us on our Wild Wicklow day tour. Alternatively the remainder of your day and evening are free for you to explore if you don’t wish to join one of the trips.

Sunday – Dublin Marathon Race Day

Today is the day! As our hotels are all in excellent locations, our local running hosts will walk you over to the start of the Marathon from your hotels.

Main Field Start (including walkers) is at 9.00am at Fitzwilliam Street Upper. Walkers should line up at the back of the field. There are 4 wave starts, fifteen minutes apart. Participants should arrive at their starting area by 8.15 am via one of the time zones. Participants should arrive prepared to run – changing facilities are not provided. Bring a black plastic bag to keep warm.
- Wheelchair / Cerebral Palsy – Starts 0855
- Wave One (sub 3.39) – Starts 0900
- Wave Two (3.40-3.59) – Starts 0915
- Wave Three (4.00-4.19) – Starts 0930
- Wave Four (4.20+) – Starts 0945
RACE NUMBER

The official Race Number must be worn on the FRONT and be visible to race officials at all times. Failure to do so could result in you being stopped on the route. For your own safety, please complete the personal and medical details on the reverse of the Race Number. The race numbers are coloured depending on your time zone.
- Orange for the Sub 3.39 (Zone Entry via Fitzwilliam St Lower)
- Green for the time Zone 3.40 to 3.59 (Zone Entry via James St East)
- Blue for the Time Zone 4.00 to 4.19 (Zone Entry via Herbert St)
- Purple for the Time Zone 4.20+ (Zone Entry via Herbert St)
- You must line up in the assigned Time zone no later than 8.30 am.
The start is 9am with waves at 09.00/09.15/09.30/09.45am. The start is at Fitzwilliam Street Upper and the finish is located at Merrion Square. Participants must complete the course within the time limit of 7 hrs.

Merry Plougboy

After the marathon, you have the option to join a Post-Marathon Gala Dinner and Traditional Show.

Monday – Departure day or add extra nights to your stay

With so much to see and explore in Dublin, today you have a day for sightseeing before travelling home. Alternatively, you can book extra nights with us if you want to stay on a bit to enjoy this fantastic city.

Recommended Sightseeing Tours (please book direct with the organisers)

Guinness Storehouse

Visit Ireland’s number 1 visitor attraction with a 250 year old history of the famous drink in an interactive exhibition. A glass of Guinness is included in the price at the end of the tour.

Public Dublin City Tour

The best hop on hop off bus tour of the city. Tours start daily at 9am and depart every half hour. The duration of the tour if you dont hop off is 90 minutes. Stops include Merrion Square, Trinity College and O’Connell Street. A live commentary by trained guides is included on most tours.

Half Day City Tour with or without the Guinness Storehouse

A 4 hour city tour with pick up at your hotel. Tour includes Phoenix Park (Europe’s largest city park), Historic Georgian Dublin, Traditional pub Nancy Hands for a free Guinness. If you include the Guinness Storehouse, you will be dropped off there on the return and will make your own way back to your hotel at the end.
HOTELS & PRICING
Lansdowne Hotel

The 3* Lansdowne Hotel is located between Upper Baggot St and Ballsbridge and is close to the city centre. You are a 10-15 minute walk from Grafton Street shopping area and ...

Conrad Hilton Hotel

The 5* Conrad Hilton hotel is located beside St Stephens Green park in the city centre. The hotel is a 10 minute walk across the park to Grafton Street where the main shoppi...

Please note that our packages are for runners who are resident outside of Ireland only.

3* Hotel Lansdowne

3 nights

£359 per person based on sharing a twin (2 single beds) or double room for couple
£549 per person supplement based on the single occupancy of a room

5* Hotel Conrad

3 nights

£465 per person based on sharing a twin (2 single beds) or double room for couple
£765 per person supplement based on the single occupancy of a room

Hotel Notes:
- Triple Rooms – on a request basis, consist of double plus single bed. There are no three-bedded rooms
- Room Upgrades – Room upgrades are available on a request basis
- Family Rooms – Child Policy: 1 or 2 children under 12 free in room if sharing with two adults. Children over 12 are treated as adults
- Extra nights – Available on a request basis pre- or post package
Entry Fee: £110 per entry
KBC Dublin Marathon Hotels
Lansdowne Hotel

The 3* Lansdowne Hotel is located between Upper Baggot St and Ballsbridge and is close to the city centre. You are a 10-15 minute walk from Grafton Street shopping area and a 10 minute walk in the opposite direction to the Dublin Marathon start and finish. The marathon expo is also about 10 minutes away.

The hotel is traditional, with 40 rooms over 3 floors.

Rooms offer direct dial telephones, flat screen TV, hairdryer, tea and coffee and well appointed bathrooms.

Other hotel amenities include Druid Restaurant, Den bar and free WIFI throughout the hotel.

Check in from 3pm, check out by 12pm.

Hotel Price

Other Facilities Include:

Live sport events (broadcast)

Themed dinner nights(Additional charge)

Special diet menus (on request)

Snack bar

Breakfast in the room

Bar

Restaurant

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge

Vending machine (snacks)

Vending machine (drinks)

Luggage storage

Ticket service

Fax/photocopying

Car hire

24-hour front desk

Meeting/banquet facilities

Room service

Non-smoking throughout

Heating

Safety deposit box

Non-smoking rooms

Newspapers
KBC Dublin Marathon Hotels
Conrad Hilton Hotel

The 5* Conrad Hilton hotel is located beside St Stephens Green park in the city centre. The hotel is a 10 minute walk across the park to Grafton Street where the main shopping and nightlife are. You are also only a 10 minute walk to the marathon start and finish. The marathon expo is a 20 minute walk from the hotel.

The hotel is modern and elegant and was refurbished in 2016. The hotel has a number of restaurants serving fine food, wine and cocktails. You can also grab afternoon tea. There is a 24 hour fitness centre, meeting rooms, free WIFI in bedrooms and the hotel lobby.

Check in from 3pm and check out by 12pm.

Hotel Price

Other Facilities Include:

Wellness facilities

Fitness centre

Tickets to attractions or shows(Additional charge)

Wheelchair accessible

Chocolate or cookies(Additional charge)

Fruits (Additional charge)

Bottle of water (Additional charge)

Wine/champagne(Additional charge)

Kid meals (Additional charge)

Special diet menus (on request)

Snack bar

Breakfast in the room

Bar

Restaurant

Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge

Private check-in/check-out

Concierge service

Luggage storage

Ticket service

Currency exchange

Express check-in/check-out

24-hour front desk

Daily maid service

Designated smoking area

Air conditioning

Non-smoking throughout

Allergy-free room

Heating

Car hire

Packed lunches

Gift shop

Safety deposit box

Lift

Bridal suite

VIP room facilities

Facilities for disabled guests

Airport shuttle

Non-smoking rooms

Newspapers

Room service
IMPORTANT INFO

General, visa, passport and health information

General Travel and health Information for your destination is available on the FCO website. Please note that this information relates to UK passport holders only and that other nationalities should refer to their own authorities for this information.

How to book

Please click on the Green button at the top of the page. At time of booking we require a non-refundable deposit, plus the full Race Entry Fee and all optional extra’s, which are non-refundable once booked. The balance of your travel package must be paid, at the latest 12 weeks before departure to avoid the cancellation of your trip.

Please note that our packages are for runners who are resident outside of the Island of Ireland only.

Travel Insurance

For details of specialist sports travel insurance for our travel packages, please visit our insurance page. You must ensure that your travel insurance policy covers you to participate in running events. There is additional information about our other Concierge Services on our special web page.

Single travellers and twin to share

We welcome single travellers on our tours and holidays as it is a great way to join a like-minded group of people and you will make lots of new friends. If you would like to join our group as a single traveller we can offer you two options. A single room or if you want to avoid the single supplement then you can make use of our ‘twin to share’ option. We will pair you up with another traveller (of the same sex) and you can enjoy the event without having to pay extra.
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