Overview
Explore rural Italy and discover ancient Roman ruins on this 4- or 6- hour Ancient Appian Way, Catacombs, and Roman Aqueducts electric-assist bicycle tour. Cycle on the Ancient Appian Way with an electric-assist bike with your guide. Marvel at Roman ruins such as the Aurelian Walls, the Circus of Maxentius, and the Tomb of Caecilia Metella.
Delve deep into the 2nd-century San Callisto or San Sebastiano catacombs (only in the 6-hour version of the tour) to learn of Roman burial traditions and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 10 people.
This tour comes in two variants: a shorter 4-hour version and a longer 6-hour one. The two variants are identical in itinerary but differ in their inclusions. For more info please check the Important info section.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
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What's included
Water (biodegradable bottle)
A guide in English / German / French / Dutch / Spanish / Italian (depending on your chosen language)
Helmet (mandatory)
Top Quality CANNONDALE E-Bike (with anti-puncture tires)
Handlebar bag
Guided visit of the Catacombs of San Callisto or San Sebastiano (ONLY IN THE 6-HOUR TOUR)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Lunch
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
You can easily reach us using the A-line subway, getting off at Metro MANZONI (our shop is a 10-minute walk from there); or using the B-line subway, getting off at Metro COLOSSEUM (our shop is a 10/15-minute walk from there).
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Please note:
- The 4-h version of the tour DOES NOT include a guided visit of the Catacomb (it only passes near it).
- On Wednesdays, the route of tour is subject to an unavoidable deviation. For this reason, the tour may last half an hour longer (4.5 hours in place of 4 hours and 6,5 hours in place of 6 hours). The tour may be half an hour longer long also in the period January 25th - February 20th 2024.
- E-bikes are available only for participants over 8 years old.
- Wearing a helmet while riding is mandatory on this tour.
- Please note that approximately 40% of the route of this tour takes place in the city. We ride carefully chosen city streets, but some traffic is unavoidable to connect the Ancient Appian Way Park to the Aqueducts Park. In the remaining 60% of the route (riding in the parks) we encounter no traffic.
What to expect
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Porta San Sebastiano
10 min
Marvel at the imposing Porta di San Sebastiano, a gate in the 3rd-century defensive walls of Rome.
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Appian Way (Via Appia Antica)
30 min
Ride on the "Regina Viarum", the Queen of the Roads - an ancient highway built in the 4th century BC, stretched between Rome and Brindisi (in its initial form, about 538 km long!)
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Catacombs of Saint Callixtus
5 min
In the 4-hour tour, a short pause to contemplate the massive burial underground, resting place to half a million souls. Please note: on Wednesdays, this stop is not included in the 4-hour tour.
In the 6-hour tour, a 45-minute guided visit of these 2nd-century catacombs, in all their complexity and mystery! Note: On Wednesdays, the 6-hour tour will visit the Catacombs of San Sebastiano (instead of those of San Callixtus). -
Circus of Maxentius
5 min
Stop by the monumental ruins of this Imperial Villa and its adjacent Circus (a private chariot racetrack), dating from the beginning of the 4th century AD.
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Mausoleo di Cecilia Metella e Castrum Caetani - Parco Archeologico dell'Appia Antica
5 min
The largest mausoleum ever built on the Ancient Appian Way - dedicated to a young noblewoman from the 1st century AD.
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Villa dei Quintili e Santa Maria Nova - Parco Archeologico dell'Appia Antica
5 min
Witness the sprawling remains of this 2nd-century villa, which raised the envy of Emperor Commodus (stop for this highlight included only in the in the 6-hour tour).
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Parco degli Acquedotti - Parco Archeologico dell'Appia Antica
30 min
A large park criss-crossed with the arches of several ancient Aqueducts supplying Rome with water.
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Terme di Caracalla
5 min
A view over the remains of one of ancient Rome's largest thermal baths (highlight included only In the 6-hour tour)
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Parco Della Caffarella
5 min
Bike through this island of countryside in the midst of the sprawling city of Rome... replete with rustic animal farms and large green pastures.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- We require that all customers wear a helmet on the tour (provided for free).
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Rome EBike Tour: Appian Way, Catacombs & Roman Aqueducts
Can I cancel Rome EBike Tour: Appian Way, Catacombs & Roman Aqueducts for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 4 hours.
Where does it start?
You can easily reach us using the A-line subway, getting off at Metro MANZONI (our shop is a 10-minute walk from there); or using the B-line subway, getting off at…
What's included?
- Water (biodegradable bottle)
- A guide in English / German / French / Dutch / Spanish / Italian (depending on your chosen language)
- Helmet (mandatory)
- Top Quality CANNONDALE E-Bike (with anti-puncture tires)
- Handlebar bag
- Guided visit of the Catacombs of San Callisto or San Sebastiano (ONLY IN THE 6-HOUR TOUR)
What's not included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Lunch
Which places does it visit?
It visits Porta San Sebastiano, Appian Way (Via Appia Antica), Catacombs of Saint Callixtus, Circus of Maxentius, Mausoleo di Cecilia Metella e Castrum Caetani - Parco Archeologico dell'Appia Antica, Villa dei Quintili e Santa Maria Nova - Parco Archeologico dell'Appia Antica, Parco degli Acquedotti - Parco Archeologico dell'Appia Antica, Terme di Caracalla.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, English, Italian, French, Dutch, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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