2:09 Events
Events House
63 Osborne Road
Farnborough
Hants
GU14 6AP

Tel 01252 373797
Fax 01252 373794
Email info@209events.com

We return to Paphos for the 6th annual 4-Day Challenge - it's a great location offering an excellent mixture of traditional road running and spectacular trail running and has quickly been recognised as not just the toughest of challenges but also the best organised.

We're pleased again to be working closely with the British Olympic Associations official representatives in Cyprus - Arena Travel, one of the leading companies in Cyprus with an in-depth knowledge of the Paphos and Akamas wilderness area and know an indepth knowledge of race organsising.

Arena will be coordinating the entire background infrastructure and will work closely with 2:09 Events Director, Mike Gratton who is the race director.

Run this event for charity.

2:09 Events Travel Essentials - Large Duffel Bag, Document Belt, 2:09 Training Technical T-Shirt, 2:09 CoolMax Running Socks

Our Sponsors

Our packages are based on flights with sponsoring airline Cyprus Airways with arrivals as follows - all packages are for 7 nights: 

Nov 22 - London Heathrow (rtn 29 Nov)

Nov 23 - Stansted (rtn 30 Nov)

Nov 24 - Manchester (rtn 1 Dec)

It is possible to book flights with BA on request. You can book your own EasyJet flights and we will apply a £200 discount to your package price.

Paphos Airport to hotel transfers are only offered on these dates.

The races 

Thursday 25th November to Sunday 28 November 

This 4-day Challenge will consist of a mix of different types of racing:

Routes & Maps

NOVEMBER 25 - CORAL BEACH 6K TIME TRIAL | Start @ 15:00

The Time Trial starts on Thursday afternoon in front of the pretty Coral Beach Hotel & Resort harbor and then runs around to the front of the hotel before heading off along roads fringed with banana plantations until you reach the Sea Caves inlet. It is a flat route, but as each runner starts 10sec apart in a random order the skill is pace judgment. Ample quantities of water will be available at the start and water/fruit/wet sponges/raisins to cool you down & energise you at the finish.

NOVEMBER 26 - AKAMAS 11K HILL RUN | Start @ 09:30

The Hill Run race starts at sea level, just after the white river in the AKAMAS nature reserve park. After about 800k, we turn right on the road to the Avakas Gorge and continue climbing to over 300m by the 5th kilometre, on the route parallel to the gorge. The climb continues with a sharp descent by the 6th kilometre and dramatic changes in scenery as the forested area gives its place to a moonscape like valley before you start climbing again. The next 2 kilometres are equally tough as you have to gain another 200m in altitude, but If you have the nerve to look back the stunning views, along with the evident altitude gain will "boost" you for the last 3 kilometres through vineyards to the finish at Pano Arodes village, right by the beautiful village square and church. 2 refreshing stations are planned, at around 5K-water/wet sponges and between 7&8K-water/fruit/wet sponges. Ample quantities of water will also be available at the start with water/fruit/wet sponges/raisins to cool you down & energise you at the finish.

NOVEMBER 27 - AKAMAS MULTITERRAIN ½ MARATHON | Start @ 09:30

The Multiterrain ½ Marathon starts at the Smigies forest after Neo Chorio village towards AKAMAS at an altitude of 274m. From here there is a steady climb up through the AKAMAS Forest until it thins out and becomes a winding trail through the heart of the AKAMAS. For much of the way you have views of the sea both north and south of the areas, while ahead you will be heading towards the local radio mast, where you are almost half way through!!! and at the highest point, just over 600m. You then take a right turn and a steep but steady descend starts, with some spectacular panoramic views of the area. The finish is at Toxeftra Beach, where if you are brave enough, you can cool off in the sea!!! 4 refreshing stations are planned, at around 5K-water/wet sponges, at around 10K-water/fruit/wet sponges, between 15&16K-water/wet sponges and at around 19K-water/wet sponges. Ample quantities of water/ fruit will also be available at the start with water/fruit/wet sponges/raisins to cool you down & energise you at the finish.

NOVEMBER 28 - 10K PAPHOS CITY RUN | Start @ 08:00

Starting in front of the ancient castle in the picturesque harbor, this flat 10km road race takes you through Kato Paphos and the beach front hotel district before returning to finish with a sprint past the pleasure boats back at the mediaeval castle. 1 refreshing station is planned at around 5K-water/fruit/wet sponges. Ample quantities of water will also be available at the start and we will do our best to surprise and celebrate with you a most deserved accomplishment... reaching the finish of the Cyprus International 4-day Challenge 2008!!! As well as being the final race of the challenge the 10k Paphos City Run is also open for local runners as well as friends and family who have travelled with you.

Click here to download Google Earth and have an exciting satelite view of the routes

Run this event for charity.

2:09 Events Travel Essentials - Large Duffel Bag, Document Belt, 2:09 Training Technical T-Shirt, 2:09 CoolMax Running Socks

We will be using two of hotels in Coral Bay; the 5-star Coral Beach Hotel, which is the HQ hotel and the 4-star  Crowne Hotel, and the Paphos Gardens Apartment Hotel in the tourist area of Kato Paphos.

Coral Beach*****

Coral Beach really is an excellent hotel, but despite its 5-star status it retains a very relaxed atmosphere where you feel comfortable going off in your running gear and lounging around the pool or the beach that stretches from the little private Marina at Coral Bay. A 50mt pool was specially built for the British team to the exact specifications of the Athens Olympic pool, restaurant and entertainment facilities are everything you would expect from a First Class Hotel, and as the British Olympic Association has been working with the hotel managers for several years now, the meals and general needs of sports people are well catered for.

Corallia Hotel***

This property offers studio apartment rooms with a kitchen area in a situation right next door to the Coral Beach Hotel, making an ideal lower cost option with easy access to all race activities and transfers.

All rooms have bathroom en suite, colour TV and kitchen area. There is a small gym and restaurant.

The Crown Resort Hotel****

This is a new offering. The Crowne Hotel is on a prominent site with views to the sea located close to the centre of Coral Bay Village and about 10mins walk to the race HQ at the Coral Beach Hotel.

All rooms at this very pleasant 4-star hotel have bathrooms en suite, cable TV, air conditioning, in room safe and minibar.

Paphos Gardens Apartment Hotel***

This apartment hotel is located in the heart of the tourist area of Kato Paphos - approx 25min drive to the race HQ at Coral Bay. The hotel offers studio and 1-bedroom apartments that can be occupied by up to 3 people. Each has bathroom en suite, cable TV and air conditioning. There's a pleasant bar area and large free form pool.

Run this event for charity.

2:09 Events Travel Essentials - Large Duffel Bag, Document Belt, 2:09 Training Technical T-Shirt, 2:09 CoolMax Running Socks

Book this Holiday - Secure Booking System

Our prices include transfers from Paphos Airport, all race day transportation for runners and accompanying spectators, the pasta party and celebration dinner (for those on Half Board these replace the evening meal on those days).

Entry fees include race t-shirt, medal and Championchip timing.
(a refundable deposit of will be collected in cash on collection of your race number for the Championchip timing chip).

Car Hire - 7-days hire:
Group B: Toyota Yaris/Renault Clio or similar £
Group C1: Renault Clio/Ford Fiesta or simlar with AC £
Group F: Almera/Corolla with AC £
Group G3: Renault Scenic 4x4 Hard Top AC £
Group G4: Misabushi Pajero/Nissan Terrano 4x4 AC 7-seater £

Includes:
CDW (excess applies)
Unlimited Mileage
VAT