The Mumbai Marathon/Half-Marathon is an exciting international event, hosting participants from around the world. The course winds through the bustling streets of Mumbai, India's largest city that incorporates the ancient with the modern. Following the event, fly to Kerala and soak up the coastal scenery. Stay overnight on a houseboat in the backwaters of Alleppey and explore the beach villages in Mararikulam. Explore India's Western coastline in this adventure tour for runners of all levels!
Namaste. Welcome to India! Arrive at Mumbai International airport. Optional airport transfers are available.
Mumbai, formerly Bombay, is considered the financial and entertainment capital of India. The city also houses India’s Hindi film and television industry, affectionately termed Bollywood. Mumbai is the most populated city in India and attracts visitors and residents from all over the world. Overnight in Mumbai. Hotel: Marine Plaza
Jan 14: Mumbai
Morning at leisure to rest after your journey. In the afternoon, attend a pre-race orientation and drive the race route. Evening at leisure and overnight in Mumbai.
Jan 15: Mumbai
Day at leisure to rest before the marathon/half-marathon. In the evening, enjoy a pre-race dinner. Overnight in Mumbai.
Jan 16: Race Day!
In the early morning, meet in the lobby and transfer to the race venue. Anticipated start times are as follows and subject to change:
| Start time | Race category |
| 6:45 a.m. | Half Marathon (21.097 km) |
| 6.45 a.m. | Marathon (42.195 km)
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| 7.40 a.m. | Marathon (42.195 km)
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Later, return to the hotel. Afternoon at leisure and overnight in Mumbai.
Jan 17: Mumbai
Today, enjoy a full day tour of Mumbai. In the morning, visit the Elephanta Caves, an intricate rock-cut temple complex on Gharapuri Island, located one hour by boat across Mumbai Harbor. Later, tour the Prince of Wales Museum, Jain Temples, and Mani Bhavan, the house where Mahatma Gandhi used to stay during his visits to Bombay. Drive past Kamla Nehru Park and Hanging Gardens, situated on the slope of Malabar Hill and offering a panoramic view of Marine Drive and Chowpatty Beach. Evening at leisure and overnight in Mumbai.
Jan 18: Mumbai - Mararikulam
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Cochin, Kerala. Upon arrival, transfer to your resort in Mararikulam. Mararikulam is a picturesque fishing village by the Arabian Sea. The village has a host of sandy beaches fringed by coconut palms, ideal to stroll around, enjoy the waves and interact with the locals. Afternoon at leisure to soak up the splendid coastal scenery of Mararikulam. Hotel: Marari Beach Resort
Jan 19: Mararikulam
Day at leisure to explore the villages, take a yoga class, or relax on the sandy beaches. You may also elect to visit the spa for a recovery massage or other Ayurvedic treatment. Overnight in Mararikulam.
Jan 20: Mararikulam - Alleppey
After breakfast, drive to Alleppey (45 minutes) and board your houseboat. Spend the day leisurely cruising the beautiful and enchanting Keralan backwaters. A backwater comprises of a unique web of rivers, lakes, bays, lagoons and canals extending into the villages and towns. The kettuvallam or ‘boat with knots’ is held together with coir knots only - not a single nail is used during the construction. Meals are prepared on board by your private chef while you observe the untouched Keralan life. Overnight on the houseboat.
Jan 21: Alleppey– Cochin and Departure
In the morning, disembark your houseboat and drive to Cochin. In the afternoon, proceed for half day tour of the city visiting the Dutch Palace, which has some of India’s most beautiful murals, the Jewish Synagogue in the heart of Jew Town and the cantilevered Chinese fishing nets. Also visit St. Francis Church, where Vasco da Gama was originally buried, and the Santa Cruz Church with its pastel colored interior and carved wooden panels.
In the evening, transfer to the airport for your flight to Mumbai. Upon arrival, transfer to the international terminal for your return flight home. Bon Voyage!
We understand that our clients deserve options when it comes to air travel. Many want to use air miles, choose the airline and/or upgrade class of service. Some also extend their travels before or after the tour, either visiting other regions of India or taking a quick flight to Nepal, Bhutan or Sri Lanka. For this reason, our Mumbai Marathon/Half-Marathon and Kerala tour is available with and without airfare.
A group airfare quote from New York City – Mumbai will be provided after the number of travelers has been finalized. The departure date from NYC will be January 12, 2011 and the return date will be January 22, 2011. The group airfare cost will include roundtrip airport transfers in Mumbai.
If purchasing airfare independently, we encourage you to contact us for a quote. We can coordinate the arrival/departure details and present an inclusive package, including airport transfers.
Dates
January 13 – 21, 2011
Pricing
Double Occupancy: $1849
Single Supplement: $860
- Package includes 8 nights of deluxe hotel accommodations at the above mentioned hotels, including breakfast buffet (All meals included on the houseboat), roundtrip economy airfare from Mumbai - Cochin, air-conditioned vehicle for transfers and transport, experienced guides for all city tours/excursions all touring as listed in the itinerary, including entrance fees to the monuments, race Registration Fee, pre-race dinner and orientation, road taxes, parking fees, fuel charges, interstate taxes, and porterage at all hotels, hotel/service taxes and government surcharges.
- Package does not include airport departure tax, if applicable, visa and passport fees, airport transfers, any items of a personal nature, gratuities.
- A visa is required for travel to India.
- Itineraries are subject to change without notice.
- For additional information, please Contact Us
