The SANLAM CAPE TOWN MARATHON is Africa's first Abbott World Marathon Majors Candidate, and the event is on track to be the 8th World Marathon Major in 2027. They are on a mission to put Cape Town, the African continent, its iconic marathon champions and its magnificently diverse cultures on the world stage.
Running in this event is a way to experience the cultural highlights and the uniquely vibrant spirit of one of Africa's most visited cities. Arguably the most beautiful marathon route in the world.
This event will be held on Sunday 23rd May 2027.

Morning or afternoon arrival in Cape Town.
Early check-in as available or baggage drop
Guided trip(s) to the Marathon Expo at DHL Stadium
Free & Easy for the rest of the day
Morning run to Sea Point, along the promenade
After breakfast, we will take a short walk to the Marathon Expo
Pick up your race bib and explore the stalls before making your way back to the hotel
Early afternoon, take a trip to the school to see the Market Infrastructure Project, and meet the school children
In the evening, watch Performances at a Concert organised for all international participants (TBA)
Breakfast at the hotel
Optional run events - Peace Runs (5km, 10km) & Trail Runs (11km, 22km, 43km)
Free & Easy for the rest of the day
Marathon Eve Pasta Dinner (Hotel)
Early breakfast at the hotel
Take a walk to the Start line at DHL stadium
After the race, take an easy stroll back to your hotel
Rest & recover in your room or explore the waterfront
Post-race celebrations
Sleep in or do your own recovery run
Check-out and safe journey to your next destination
For those on an extended day, Optional Tour(s) in Cape Town
Breakast at the hotel
Free & Easy in the morning
Check-out by 11.00 am
Prices of tour packages are listed in Singapore Dollars (SGD)/per package
Below are a list of items that are included and excluded in the tour package:
7 Days 6 Nights
Runner @ SGD 4,330 (Standard) SGD 4,750 (Deluxe) SGD 4,980 (Executive)
Commodore HotelCommodore Hotel is located next to the V&A waterfront in Cape Town
This hotel is within walking distance to the marathon start area at the stadium
Runner + Runner @ SGD 6,320 (Standard) SGD 6,780 (Deluxe) SGD 7,060 (Executive)
Runner + Companion @ SGD 5,120 (Standard) SGD 5,560 (Deluxe) SGD 5,810 (Executive)
Commodore HotelCommodore Hotel is located next to the V&A waterfront in Cape Town
This hotel is within walking distance to the marathon start area at the stadium
6 Days 5 Nights
Runner @ SGD 3,880 (Standard) SGD 4,240 (Deluxe) SGD 4,440 (Executive)
Commodore HotelCommodore Hotel is located next to the V&A waterfront in Cape Town
This hotel is within walking distance to the marathon start area at the stadium
Runner + Runner @ SGD 5,800 (Standard) SGD 6,220 (Deluxe) SGD 6,460 (Executive)
Runner + Companion @ SGD 4,610 (Standard) SGD 5,000 (Deluxe) SGD 5,210 (Executive)
Commodore HotelCommodore Hotel is located next to the V&A waterfront in Cape Town
This hotel is within walking distance to the marathon start area at the stadium
5 Days 4 Nights
Runner @ SGD 3,430 (Standard) SGD 3,730 (Deluxe) SGD 3,900 (Executive)
Commodore HotelCommodore Hotel is located next to the V&A waterfront in Cape Town
This hotel is within walking distance to the marathon start area at the stadium
Runner + Runner @ SGD 5,280 (Standard) SGD 5,660 (Deluxe) SGD 5,860 (Executive)
Runner + Companion @ SGD 4,100 (Standard) SGD 4,610 (Deluxe) SGD 5,120 (Executive)
Commodore HotelCommodore Hotel is located next to the V&A waterfront in Cape Town
This hotel is within walking distance to the marathon start area at the stadium
Thank you very much for choosing to travel with us to the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon.
Registration for the 2027 Tour will open soon.
If you are keen to run this iconic event in Africa, do join us on our tour in 2027.
If you are living in South Africa, we regret we cannot sell the tour packages to you
Do note that the guaranteed race entry comes complete with the tour package, and will not be sold on its own.
Please refer to the terms & conditions at this link: "Sanlam Cape Town Marathon 2027 - Terms & Conditions"
If you are interested to run the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon 2027, do join us on our tour in 2027.
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