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2024 FEST
Tucson, AZ, USA
Mar 21 - 25, 2024
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$1,795
Deposit: $500

About this trip

Your Fun in the Sun Active Vacation starts here...

Spring break Tucson style! The FEST is a reunion of active friends, doing the activities we love to do and experiencing America’s wild west food, culture, and beauty.


Getaway for an active weekend in the Sonoran Desert in Tucson, Arizona! We’ll kick things off with a Mural Walk to experience Tucson’s art scene and a trail of vibrant murals. Then we’ll enjoy some of the best Mexican food in the nation!


Over the weekend, you’ll earn epic desert views in the Triple Tucson Hike Challenge, hiking in three beautiful parks in three days. You'll hike the east and west Saguaro National Parks and Sabino Canyon with four different hike distances to choose from a casual nature hike to a beginner's hike, a longer distance, and even a climb. There is a hike to suit everyone!


Along the long way, we’ll explore one of Tuscon’s most popular destinations – The Sonoran Desert Museum and you’ll have time on your own to check out other Tucson sights, relax and enjoy the sun on your face, and the trending food scene in the Old Pueblo (Tucson). 

Booking Details

THE FEST DATES
March 21 - 25, 2024


PRICING

$1,795 per person double occupancy sharing a room

$2,235 per person single rate


BOOKING DEPOSIT – A deposit of $500 per person is due at the time of booking. The full balance is due September 21, 2023. If the booking registration is received after that date, the full amount of the package will be charged.


CANCELLATION SCHEDULE:

  • Prior to July 21, 2023, $100pp cancellation fee.
  • July 22 – September 20, 2023, The $500pp deposit is non-refundable.
  • After September 21, 2023: 100% of the event package is non-refundable.

Cancellations must be received in writing (email is fine) by the date indicated.


Bonus Sedona Adventure Option

This year, we are adding a bonus small-batch adventure to beautiful Sedona, AZ! This will be limited to the first 16 people that book. This adventure will happen right after the FEST from Monday, March 25 to Friday, March 29th.


To book the Sedona Adventure, simple check the "Add-On" Sedona Adventure in this booking form.

SEDONA ADVENTURE DATES March 25 - 29, 2024

PRICING

$2,395 per person double occupancy sharing a room

$3,315 per person single rate

The cancellation schedule is the same as the FEST listed above.


Included in the Sedona Adventure:

- Four nights of accommodation at the Sedona Sky Rock Hotel

- Daily breakfasts

- Two "Sedona's Best" Guided Hikes

- Backpacks, Trail Snacks, and Transportation, Permits

- Welcome Dinner

- Run Sedona Run, Walk, and Pizza Party
- Transport from Tucson to Sedona

- Tech Shirt and Hat

- Bragging Rights!


*If you book the Sedona Adventure, we suggest flying into Phoenix Airport and taking a Groome Shuttle to Tuscon for the FEST. Transport from Tucson to Sedona is included. Then book a Groome Shuttle from Sedona to Phoenix to fly home (about $65-$75pp per transfer).

What's included

The Leo Kent Hotel

4-nights, 5 days accommodation at the new Leo Kent Hotel

Tuscon Mural Walk

Experience Tucson's art scene and a trail of vibrant murals

Triple Hike Challenge #1

Guided Hike in Saquaro Natl Park West - Nature, Easy, Moderate, Hard Levels

Sonoran Desert Museum

Entry into one of Tuscon's most popular destinations.

Triple Hike Challenge #2

Guided Hike in Sabino Canyon - Nature, Easy, Moderate, Hard Levels

Triple Hike Challenge #3

Guided Hike in Saquaro Natl Park East- Nature, Easy, Moderate, Hard Levels

Farewell Party

Cowboy Lunch at Tanque Verde Ranch

Daily Breakfasts

Three Brown-bag breakfasts for hike days + Hotel Breakfast Monday

Official FEST Gear

Tech Shirt, Hat, and Triple Hike Medal

Transportation

Transportation to all the events

Taxes, Tips...

All City, Government and Service Taxes, Gratuities and Permits

Private Facebook Group

Get to know your new traveling friends, share training stories and tips, and support and motivation.

What's not included

Airfare

Meals

Meals not mentioned above.

Personal Expenses

Drinks, shopping...

Travel Insurance

Airport Transfer

It is a 15-2-minute taxi to the hotel from the airport.

Day 1 - March 21, 2024

Day 1 - March 21, 2024 image

Arrival, Mural Walk and Welcome Dinner!

Welcome to the FEST Tucson! We’ll kick things off with a Mural Walk to experience Tucson’s art scene and a trail of vibrant murals. Then we’ll enjoy some of the best Mexican food in the nation! Dinner included.

Day 2 - March 22, 2024

Day 2 - March 22, 2024 image

Triple Hike Challenge #1 - Sagauro Nat'l Park West + Desert Museum

Day trip to Saguaro National Park, famous for its giant Saguaro cacti and stunning landscapes. Take a guided hike through the park, learning about its unique ecosystem and wildlife – Enjoy a packed lunch surrounded by nature and a visit to one of Tucson’s most popular destinations – The Sonoran Desert Museum. Breakfast and lunch are included.

Day 3 - March 23, 2024

Day 3 - March 23, 2024 image

Triple Challenge Hike #2 - Sabino Canyon

We’ll start our day with a morning hike in Sabino Canyon, one of the most beautiful spots in the area. There will be trails for all levels, including paved, gentle trails, and challenging climbs.


In the afternoon, you’ll have time to visit the historic Fourth Avenue to explore its unique shops, bars, and restaurants world heritage site for gastronomy (cooking). Breakfast included.

Day 4 - March 24, 2024

Day 4 - March 24, 2024 image

Triple Hike Challenge #3 - Saguaro Nat'l Park East + Cowboy Lunch

Rise and shine cowhands, we’re hiking the Saguaro National Park East! There will be trails for all levels, including short, gentle trails, and challenging climbs. Followed by a cowboy-style lunch at the famous Tanque Verde Ranch.


Day trip to Saguaro National Park, famous for its giant Saguaro cacti and stunning landscapes – Take a guided hike through the park, learning about its unique ecosystem and wildlife. Breakfast and lunch included.

Day 5 - March 25, 2024

Day 5 - March 25, 2024 image

Depart Home

To quote the great Dr. Suess, today, we depart home not crying that it is over but smiling because it happened. Some of us head home, while others head north for our bonus adventure in Sedona!

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Tucson, AZ, USA

About your organizer

We run, walk, hike, and explore the world actively! We believe that the soul of the explorer is inside each of us. And, we believe, that the best way to explore a region, a country, a city, or a culture is from the ground level, and on your own two feet. A rugged landscape, a rainforest trail, or a city street are all paths to discovery. Marathon Expeditions trips bring the world to you, and you to the world. And in the end, you will be making like-minded active friends and memories that will last a lifetime.

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