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Boston Marathon - 21 Apr 2025 (UAE Residents) (MBT10)

Boston Marathon - 21 Apr 2025 (UAE Residents)
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Boston Marathon - 21 Apr 2025 (UAE Residents) (MBT10)

Country Visited: U.S.A
Days Distance Race Type Price from Style
5 42.2 WMM,7 Continents د.إ 14400 (₹3,16,800) Guided
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  • Overview

  • Itinerary

  • Accommodation

  • Important Information

  • FAQs

  • Reviews

  • Dates & Prices

Experience

The world's oldest annual marathon, the Boston Marathon has ranked as one of the world's most prestigious road racing events since its inception in 1897. However, it only officially qualified as a marathon in 1924, when the distance was increased from 26 miles to 26.2miles! The Boston Marathon has established itself as a distinguished event within the sport of road racing by virtue of its traditions, longevity, and method of gaining entry into the race. Now also one of the World Marathon Majors, it is extra special because about 80% of the city’s population - over 500,000 people - turn out to on the day to support runners. You will want to be in the best shape to run such a prestigious race and our five-day-long trip allows runners to overcome any jetlag comfortably and arrive at the start line fresh and well-rested. So lace up and get ready to run one of the most iconic races of your life!

As the official International Tour Operator for the Boston Marathon in India and the UAE, we are permitted to offer guaranteed entries for the race without a qualifying time to Indian and UAE residents only. If you live in a country close to India or the UAE that does not have a tour operator, please contact us to see what your options are. Part-time or full-time residents of North America and US citizens are not permitted to register for this event through us.

WHY RUN THE BOSTON MARATHON WITH US:

  • Guaranteed race entry, no qualifying time
  • Superbly located hotel, close to finish line and the Boston Marathon Expo
  • Meet runners from all over India and the UAE  
  • Dedicated meet and greet area for friends and family after the race 
  • Optional bus tour of the marathon route
  • Thoughtfully curated programmes with ‘runner comforts’
  • Race logistics taken care of – you just focus on your race!
  • Unparallelled on-ground support
  • Access to the exclusive Active Holiday Company app:
    • Event information
    • Detailed travel documents
    • Pre and on-trip networking through chat feature 

If this is your sixth and final Abbott World Marathon Majors race, check our FAQs to ensure you receive your Six Star Finisher Medal at the finish area on race day.

Inclusions

  • Guaranteed race entry 
  • Stay at Eliot Hotel Boston for 3 or 4 nights (on room only basis)
  • Networking breakfast/high tea with fellow runners
  • Local Active Holiday Company on-ground support in Boston on all days
  • Active Holiday Company Word Marathon Majors t-shirt (for runners only)
  • Walking tour of Harvard University (if the situation permits)
  • Option to book a bus tour of the marathon route (will be offered closer to the date of travel)
 
 

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival in Boston (Friday) Open or Close

On arrival in Boston, make your way from Boston Logan International Airport to the hotel. Boston is well connected by public transport.

Meals: None

Day 2
5K Dash and Tour (Saturday) Open or Close

If you have registered for the 5K dash, hop over to the Boston Common Garden, which is walking distance from the hotel, to the start line. Or just watch and cheer the runners on.

We end the morning with a welcome brunch close to the finish line, where you will have the chance to introduce yourself to your fellow runners.

Later in the afternoon we step out on an optional tour to explore the Boston Marathon Course on a guided tour. The 3-hour-long tour is hosted by a veteran runner who will enthral you with stories from Boston’s glorious past and also give you the opportunity to familiarise yourself with the course and its nuances.

Meals: Brunch

Day 3
Expo, Harvard Tour and Free Time (Sunday) Open or Close

We head to Harvard University to meet our guide who will show us around and let us in on some locals lore.

You will have enough free time to explore the expo today. The bibs needs to be collected by runners personally, so make sure you make time for this. Above all else, today is about resting so that you are fresh for race day.

Day 4
Race Day! (Monday) Open or Close

This legendary course stretches through beautiful suburban streets and right into the heart of downtown ‘Bean Town’, starting on Main Street in the rural New England town of Hopkinton and finishing near the John Hancock Tower in Copley Square.

A visit to the official post race party is well deserved.

Day 5
Departure from Boston (Tuesday) Open or Close

With a medal in the bag and fresh bragging rights, make your way to the airport for your flight back home.

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Accommodation

Eliot Hotel


Boston’s Eliot Hotel is a hidden gem tucked away along Commonwealth Avenue, just minutes from the marathon's finish line at Copley Square, and Hynes Convention Center, the location of the Boston Marathon Expo. The all-suites, boutique hotel has been consistently delivering a premium Boston Marathon experience with its spacious, well-decorated rooms and suites, and luxurious amenities. There are several restaurants and shopping options within walking distance of the property and the Boston Marathon passes by the hotel.

Exclusions

  • The exact inclusions on your trip are detailed on every trip page.
  • Typically, the cost of flights, visas, passport, insurance is not included in the tour price unless stated otherwise.
  • Any meals not mentioned as included are at your own expense.
  • Single rooms, optional tours and extra nights cost extra.
  • Tips for drivers, guides and tour managers is not included in your tour price.
  • Arrival and departure transfers may or may not be included in your tour price – this is clearly stated on the trip page.
  • Excess baggage, porterage, laundry, phone calls, alcoholic beverages are considered personal expenses and not included in your tour price.
  • GST, VAT and other taxes as applicable in your country are additional to the tour price.

Booking Conditions

Booking Conditions:

 

DEPOSIT 
A non-refundable deposit of AED 6800 per person (for race participants) and INR AED 3200 per companion is is needed at the time of booking. 

CANCELLATIONS 
The following cancellation fees are applicable to your booking 
Cancellation period                              Charge 
Cancel on or before 10th Jan 2025      Non-refundable deposit of AED 6800
Cancel 11th Jan - 21 Mar 2025            75% Payment 
22 March 2025 onwards                      100%
The deposit, which includes the entry to Boston Marathon is non-refundable under all circumstances (including event cancellation).


ELIGIBILITY 
Race entry is not available without the package; however, the package can be booked without the race entry (non-runners prices apply). 
As official tour operators race entry is available only to residents of India and UAE, unless there is no other official tour operator for Boston Marathon in your country. In such a situation, please contact us. 
Entries are available on first come basis. Due to the popularity of this race, we offer the first right of refusal to runners who have run other International races with us before. The tour is offered to new runners after our past runners have taken their entries. 

SIX STAR FINISHERS 
If this is your sixth and final Abbott WMM race, check our FAQs to ensure you receive a six star medal at the finish.

Race entry cannot be transferred or deferred if you are unable to participate in the race.

Please contact us for flights, visas and insurance if you need assistance.

Before You Go

Things you need to know

FAQs

Q.1 Is the race entry guaranteed if I book the Boston Marathon trip through Active Holiday Company? Do I need a time qualification to run through Active Holiday Company? Open or Close

Yes, all of our World Marathon Majors trips include guaranteed race entry. For Boston, you do not need to have a time qualification to register through a tour operator. However, you will need to finish the marathon within 6 hours, in accordance with the event rules. The official cut-off time is 5.30 PM.

Q.2 Is it possible for me to buy just the race entry and make my own accommodation arrangements? Open or Close

As tour operators, we are required to sell the race entry along with accommodation. It is not possible to buy just the race entry.

Q.3 I’ve got the race entry through the ballot/charity, can I book the accommodation through Active Holiday Company? Open or Close

Yes, it is possible for you to stay with our group and benefit from all other services even if you already have the entry or if you are travelling as a non-running companion.

Q.4 Is it possible for me to upgrade/downgrade my accommodation? Open or Close

No, it is not possible to change hotels when you travel with us on certain races, including the Boston Marathon. We value the benefits of our runners staying together at a single hotel and also we contract our hotels based on group travel, so it is not possible to upgrade/downgrade to a different hotel when you are part of our group.

Q.5 I am a single traveller, is it possible for me to get a twin share room? Open or Close

We have several single travellers interested in sharing a room. Wherever possible, we try to pair up people who have requested rooms on a twin share basis. However, please keep in mind that this is not a guarantee and in some cases you might be required to take a single room. Please also be aware that twin rooms are hard to get in the US so it is likely that you will end up with a king-size bed that you will have to share with another runner.

Q.6 What category of hotels are used? Open or Close

Downtown Boston has very limited hotel availability and the surge in demand during events has resulted in a scarcity of rooms as well as an increase in hotel prices. Active Holiday Company has had to change its hotel location from 2022 on account of this. Location being extremely important to our runners, we have chosen a business hotel that provides the best value for its proximity from the start and finish lines. The hotel also offers all the comforts a runner might want, such as a lounge, gym, super comfortable beds, and a restaurant. All the rooms have a coffee machine and the hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

Q.7 Can I book extra nights before or after the race? Open or Close

Yes, please get in touch with us and we will be happy to book the extra nights for you. We can also help you plan your extended travel should you like to tour the US after the Boston Marathon.

Q.8 How far is the hotel from the start/finish line? Open or Close

Eliot Hotel is just minutes from the finish line on Copley Square, and Hynes Convention Center, the location of the Boston Marathon Expo.

Q.9 Will I have to collect my own bib? Open or Close

Yes, all the World Marathon Majors require that the participants attend the expo in person and collect their bibs. Your travel documents will contain detailed instructions on how to get to and from the expo from your hotel.

Q.10 This is my sixth World Marathon Major, how do I receive my Six Star Medal at the finish line? Open or Close

If you have booked your sixth and final Abbott World Marathon Major race, kindly let us know. We will guide you through the process of collecting your Six Star Finisher Medal at the finish line.

Q.11 Is it possible for me to defer my registration to the following year? Open or Close

The Boston Marathon does not permit runners to defer their registration.

Q.12 Is it possible for me to transfer my registration to another runner? Open or Close

The Boston Marathon does not allow runners to transfer their registrations.

Q.13 Can Active Holiday Company assist me with visas and air tickets? Open or Close

Yes, we can help you with visas and flight tickets for an additional charge. Please get in touch with us for details.

Reviews

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Overall score:

(Based on 1 reviews)

  • Nicolas le Roux

    Apr 2022

    A trip of a lifetime...6 stars in the making

    When I got the call from Active Holiday to confirm my spot, that is a day I will NEVER forget. Boston is one of the most iconic races and the news was like me winning the LOTTO. As an average amateur runner, there is absolutely no way of getting your hands on a Boston entry. Looking back there is no other tour operator I would have done this through. Gauri and her team are so experienced that EVERY single detail is taken care of. All you need to do is rock up and soak up all the glory that Boston is. The accommodation is SPOT on, super well located and I would have never been able to book this on my own (and I am a well-traveled runner). Thank you Active Holidays for realising my dream and making it all possible.

    The ah-ha moment on the trip

    Obviously getting my 6-star World Major Marathon medal in Boston was amazing, but certainly, a highlight is meeting new people from all walks of life who are just like me in appreciation of being alive.
    I love the cocktail reception (a very special venue) that Active Holidays hosted. It's super exclusive and it allows you to mingle with other runners from Active Holidays. It is a wonderful icebreaker. Harvard Tour - brilliant brilliant guide there, another highlight.
    I have to also mention the beautiful token from Active Holidays being presented with a t-shit with all the ticks of the majors. Very special moment!

    Feedback on the trip guide

    Gauri is the queen! Personal, accommodating and so welcoming. I have made a friend for like.

    Tips for future travellers for this trip

    Plan early...try and extend if you can. It's a long way to go. The hotel has a super location the bar is a wonderful meeting place post-race to celebrate. Don't be shy - we are all runners, and we love to mingle. Get to know your fellow runners from Active Holidays. This is what makes this trip FUN!
    The expertise of Active Holidays is priceless. People who have relationships with vendors (hotels etc) - you cannot beat this! You can never put a value on peace of mind and trust. This goes a long way, and this is exactly what Active Holidays bring to the table.

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Dates & Prices

Dates: (4 night/ 5 days) 18 April - 22 April 2025

Room Type

Per Person Twin Share
(With Race Entry)

Single Occupancy
(With Race Entry)

Per Person Twin Share
(Without Race Entry)

Single Occupancy
(Without Race Entry)

Deluxe Room AED 14,400 AED 18,000 N/A N/A
Suite Room AED 16,100 AED 21,800 AED 8,200 AED 13,900

 

  • Payments through a card attracts a 3% surcharge.
  • Active Holiday Company reserves the right to amend prices if the currency fluctuates more than 5%.

 

Why Run with Active Holiday Company

We are the region’s best known & most trusted Marathon Tour Operator. We are the official Tour Operators for the World Marathon Major Races. We are runners just like you!
  • Guaranteed Race Entry, no timing qualification

    Guaranteed Race Entry,
    no timing qualification

  • Well located accommodation that delivers value

    Well located accommodation
    that delivers value

  • Thoughtfully planned programs with runner ‘comforts’ included

    Thoughtfully planned programs with
    runner ‘comforts’ included

  • All logistics looked after, you focus on your race!

    All logistics looked after,
    you focus on your race!

  • Best in class service & 24/7 emergency support

    Best in class service &
    24/7 emergency support

  • Network with like-minded runners & companions

    Network with like-minded
    runners & companions

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