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Join a relaxing and safety-conscious e-bike tour of the ancient Appian Way in Rome. Explore the Roman Aqueducts on a Cannondale e-mountain bike, and enjoy an optional guided visit to the Catacombs.

Highlights

• This tour is offered in 2 versions: a 6-hour tour and a 4-hour tour
• The 6-hour tour includes a guided Catacomb visit, while the 4-hour tour does not
• Ride past ancient villas, tombs, mausoleums on the Appian Way
• Discover the colossal Roman Aqueducts and follow them back to the city
• Enjoy the perfect itinerary blending nature and history in the Roman countryside

Description

Indulge in all things Ancient Roman on this Ancient Appian Way and Park of the Aqueducts E-bike tour. Ride through the Roman countryside, discover the engineering genius of the ancient Romans and learn about the early Christian history - all superimposed in the fascinating open-air museum that is the Appian Way Park. Meet your guide and go through St. Sebastian's gate in the Aurelian Walls to enter the Ancient Appian Way - a 2,300-year old thoroughfare that tells the story of Rome's rise, golden age, and decline. In the 6-hour tour, make a stop underground at the Catacombs of St. Callixtus (or St. Sebastian) for a guided visit through its crypts and corridors. In the 4-hour tour, make a short stop at the entrance of the Catacombs for a brief explanation of their history and significance. Next, cycle further on the Appian Way, passing mausoleums, tombstones, and sprawling villas of ancient aristocracy, as you enjoy the stillness of this picturesque landscapes before you. Finally, head to the Park of the Aqueducts, where stretches of colossal arches rise against the warm afternoon light. After following these aqueducts back to modern civilization, cross the green Caffarella Valley. At its exit, you will begin your short ride back to the starting point - but not without one last highlight.

Includes

Cannondale Quality E-Mountain Bike (with anti-puncture tires) Professional guide Helmet (use is mandatory) 5-liter handlebar bag Biodegradable bottle of water Guided visit of the Catacombs (only 6-hour tour)

Important Information

• The length of this tour is 27 km (17 mi), 60% of which off-road. The level is intermediate (difficult with a child seat or child extension). On Wednesdays the tour can last 30 minutes longer than the usual. The tours may last 30 minutes longer also between January 15th and February 12th 2025. Around 40% of this tour takes place in the city. The tour runs on carefully chosen streets, but some traffic is unavoidable to connect the Appian Way to the Aqueducts Park. In the remaining 60% of the route (riding in parks), there is no traffic. Infants aged 1-4 years travel on a child seat (max 49 lbs / 22 kg) and come on the tour free of charge Children aged 5-8 years old join the tour on a child extension Children aged 9 and above can independently ride an E-bike This tour doesn't include any food/drinks; however, it is possible to purchase some on the way. A minimum of 4 participants applies. If it's not reached, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund