The Giza Plateau is the home of the Great Pyramids of Giza, world-renowned landmarks and among the best preserved structures remaining from Pharaonic times. The Pyramids Complex comprises the three main pyramids: Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. The Great Sphinx lies on the east side of the complex and is attributed to Pharaoh Khafre. Each of the three structures has its own surrounding buildings which include smaller pyramids for the Pharaohs' wives and families, as well as temples and other facilities. The Great Pyramid of Khufu is the largest and last remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, although all three pyramids are often given that designation as a group. 

100% authentic. 100% amazing. The Marakez Pyramids Half Marathon takes you up close and personal to the last remaining Ancient Wonder of the World, offering runners the opportunity to choose from three fantastic distances: 5K, 10K, & 21K. The race course features several rolling hills and inclinations, particularly for the half marathon runners.

Runners will be able to pick up their race packs at the Official Pyramids Half Marathon Race Expo on the TWO days preceding the Pyramids Half Marathon. The Expo takes place at Mall of Arabia in El Sheikh Zayed district. The Expo will be operational both Thursday & Friday for runners to drop by and pick up their Race Packs, attend the Race Briefings, and visit all of the exciting booths that will be set up there by our sponsors and partners.  

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14:00 – 20:00      Race Pack Pick-Up

16:00                    English Briefing

17:00                    Arabic Briefing

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12:00 – 20:00      Race Pack Pick-Up

16:00                    English Briefing

17:00                    Arabic Briefing

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6:00     Arrival of all runners

7:45      Final call to the Start Line

8:00     All three distances begin

11:00    Final cut-off time

11:00    Awards Ceremony

5K Race: 8 years old
10K Race: 12 years old
21K Half Marathon: 16 years old

Age is calculated based on year of birth.

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The Marakez Pyramids Half Marathon will be organised in accordance with international standards and the rules and regulations set forth by World Athletics, the Egyptian Athletics Federation, and the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS). Doping controls will be regulated by the relevant authorities and the Race Organiser reserves the right to request random drug testing of any athlete at the event.

As with many major races around the world, the Marakez Pyramids Half Marathon will adopt a strict cut-off time in order to maintain the level of competition for each distance and due to the inability to block off the roads indefinitely while runners complete their race. The cut-off time for the 5K, 10K and 21K is 11:00 am, which gives runners a full three hours to finish their race.

Every Pyramids Half Marathon participant (21K, 10K, & 5K), receives an iconic finisher’s medal upon successful completion of their race. Kindly note that runners who do not finish the race will not be entitled to a race medal. Rankings will be organised in overall and age group categories and certificates will be available online. Overall winners (top three males and top three females for each distance) will receive special prizes.

Special accommodation packages are available to all runners and visitors during the event week. Whether you are coming to compete or to cheer and support your friends and family, we have the package for you! Get in touch now by sending an email to info@thetrifactory.com

Fly with Turkish Airlines – Special Fares for the Marakez Pyramids Half Marathon

Planning to participate in the Marakez Pyramids Half Marathon? Turkish Airlines offers exclusive discounts to help you get there:

Ticketing Period: September 1 – December 21, 2025
Travel Period: December 5 – December 21, 2025

To get these discounts, book your flights through the Turkish Airlines website or mobile app and use the promo code TKRUNCAI.

For more details and to book your flight, visit Turkish Airlines Flight Deals to Cairo & Alexandria.

- Pyramids Bottle Black Edition
- Pyramids Bottle White Edition
- Pyramids Half Marathon Graphic Tee
- Race Through History Graphic Tee - Off White
- Race Through History Graphic Tee - Navy Blue
- Pyramids Canvas Tote Bag
- PHM Lotus Tote Bag
- Race Through History Tote Bag
- Race Through History Bucket

Tickets for the Marakez Pyramids Half Marathon include the full Race Pack, access to the Giza Pyramids Plateau, and access to the Race Expo, where every runner needs to pick up their Race Pack.

5K - EGP 1250
10K - EGP 1250

21K - EGP 1250

5K - EGP 1500
10K - EGP 1500

21K - EGP 1500

5K - EGP 1750
10K - EGP 1750

21K - EGP 1750

Monday, November 3rd - subject to availability - Late Registration
5K - EGP 2000
10K - EGP 2000

21K - EGP 2000

All prices are exclusive of VAT.

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1. Payment of tickets can be made online.
2. Ticket Changes: Ticket holders may change their race choice before the General Registration Deadline by canceling the ticket and purchasing a new one. In this case, the new ticket will be purchased at the price point valid at the new date of purchase. If the new date of purchase falls under a new ticketing phase, then ticket buyers will not benefit from the lower price they had paid during an earlier ticket phase.
3. Ticket Cancellation: Ticket holders can cancel their tickets before the General Registration Deadline and receive the full amount paid as credit in their electronic wallet, to be used for future purchases. For a step-by-step guide on how to cancel your ticket, please visit our FAQs here.
4. Following the General Registration Deadline, no changes or cancellations will be possible, regardless of personal or medical circumstances, including COVID-19 or otherwise. A full refund will only be allowed in the event that a government-declared lockdown is enforced and the race is cancelled or postponed.
5. Tickets cannot be transferred/resold to other participants under any circumstances. At the Expo/Race Pack Pick-Up, participants must present a valid photo ID that matches their ticket, in order to receive their Race Pack Pick-Up.
6. Running on behalf of someone else or sneaking into the race without a ticket will result in a permanent ban from The TriFactory events.
7. Ticket fees do not include Value Added Tax (14% VAT).
8. Ticket fees do not include accommodation or transportation. 

 

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