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Greek Running Tours by Dean Karnazes: the ‘ultimate runcation’ in Greece 

Greek-American ultramarathoner Constantine “Dean” Karnazes has partnered with sports tourism and wellness agency ActiveMedia Group to launch Greek Running Tours.

Greece, the birthplace of the marathon, is a land where history has been created, legends made and where magic and mythology come together. As tribute to his Greek heritage and his desire to promote Greek tourism to a global audience, Karnazes gives runners the opportunity to explore Greece on foot, immersing in the history and beauty, eating the food and experiencing this legendary land in a way that few tourists ever will. 

Greek Running Tours by Dean Karnazes (Image by Angelos Zymaras)
Dean Karnazes (Image: Angelos Zymaras)

Along with the running (and a walking option for non-runners) each day will include cultural experiences – from bread making in the mountains of Crete, to olive pressing in Kalamata – as well as world-class accommodations, distinctive regional cuisine, and a full suite of spa and sports massage services. 

There will be three tours available to book – Crete; Athens & Hydra Island; and Peloponnese & Ancient Olympia – with each running route distinctively designed and led by a local expert. The tours are designed for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities and support is provided along the way. 

See more at greekrunningtours.com

Greek Running Tours by Dean Karnazes (Image by Zagas Photography)
Image: Zagas Photography

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