Great Ethiopian Run

The Challenge

The Great Ethiopian Run has staged more than 50 runs during the first 8 years of existence. It is a NGO which was started with the aim of organising mass participation races in Ethiopia to celebrate the national pastime of running. The 10km race is considered one of the most difficult because of the 2,300m altitude, but the sense of togetherness and unity you will experience will make the challenge very satisfying as you run to the finish line. Please note that due to the nature of this challenge, you are strongly advised to be of a high level of fitness and have experience running 10k routes.

Itinerary

Day 1 (Thu): London – Addis Ababa
Fly from London to Addis Ababa.

Day 2 (Fri): Addis Ababa
Arrive in Addis where you will be met by your guide and transferred by bus to your hotel and have a relaxing night at the hotel in Addis Ababa. Enjoy some sightseeing today. (Breakfast, lunch, dinner.)

Day 3 (Sat): Addis Ababa
Take part in a training race this morning, then take time to relax before enjoying a pre-race pasta dinner with Haile Gebrsellasie and the other international runners tonight. (BLD)

Day 4 (Sun): Addis Ababa
Race Day! Enjoy the atmosphere as you take part in the 10k event with over 35,000 other participants from Ethiopia and around the world. The atmosphere is something else and will be a truly unforgettable experience. After your run, return to your hotel to freshen up and enjoy a celebratory meal tonight. (BLD)

Day 5 (Mon): Addis Ababa
Time to see more of the sights on optional tours before transferring to the airport tonight for your flight home. (BLD)

Day 6 (Tue): London
Arrive back into London

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What is included
  • Return flights from the UK
  • Local transfers and transport in Ethiopia
  • 3* hotel on twin share basis
  • Race tickets
  • Expert English-speaking local guides
  • Different Travel UK tour escort
  • Full board meals as per itinerary
What is not included
  • Airline taxes and charges
  • Any necessary vaccinations
  • Drinks, laundry and personal expenses
  • Spending money
  • Transport to/from UK airports
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Travel insurance
  • Ethiopian visa (if required)
  • Carbon emission offsetting

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Trip Dates

22nd - 27th November 2012 (tbc)

Tour Price

Self Funded

Registration Fee: £300
Total Cost Balance: £1195

Sponsorship Option

Registration Fee: £300
Sponsorship: £2400

Which payment option?
Sponsorship

This option is for those who wish to raise sponsorship to cover both the costs of the trip (flights, accommodation, food, guides etc) and a donation to their chosen charity. There is a minimum sponsorship amount for each tour that you are required to raise in order to participate.

  • There is a registration fee payable at the time of booking.
  • The minimum sponsorship must be paid to the charity 12 weeks prior to departure.
  • The amount the charity receives is at least 50% of the minimum sponsorship total.
Self-Funded

This option is for those who choose to pay the tour costs (flights, accommodation, food, guides etc) themselves. There is no sponsorship required although if you wish to raise sponsorship for a charity you are welcome to do so.

  • A registration fee is payable at the time of booking.
  • Tour cost balance is payable to Different Travel eight weeks prior to departure.
The prices vary - please refer to individual tour pages for exact pricing.
Trip Difficulty

Challenging

This trip is graded as Challenging

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