Rome: Appian Way, Catacombs, & Roman Aqueducts E-bike Tour

This e-bike tour explores the Ancient Appian Way and the Park of the Aqueducts near Rome, suitable for intermediate cyclists interested in history and nature.

Highlights

• Offered in two versions: 6-hour tour with guided Catacomb visit, 4-hour tour without
• Ride past ancient villas, tombs, and mausoleums along the Appian Way
• Discover the colossal Roman Aqueducts and follow them back toward the city
• Experience an itinerary blending Roman history and countryside landscapes

Description

Explore the Roman countryside on this Ancient Appian Way and Park of the Aqueducts e-bike tour. Learn about ancient engineering and early Christian history in an open-air setting along the Appian Way Park.

Your tour begins by entering the Ancient Appian Way through St. Sebastian's Gate in the Aurelian Walls, a 2,300-year-old road reflecting Rome’s history from rise to decline.

The 6-hour tour includes a guided underground visit to the Catacombs of St. Callixtus or St. Sebastian. The 4-hour tour features a brief stop and explanation at the Catacombs' entrance.

Continue cycling along the Appian Way, passing mausoleums, tombstones, and ancient aristocratic villas amid quiet countryside.

Finish at the Park of the Aqueducts, where large aqueduct arches stand prominently. Follow the aqueducts back toward the city, cross the green Caffarella Valley, and return to the starting point with one final notable sight.

Includes

• Cannondale quality e-mountain bike with anti-puncture tires
• Professional guide
• Helmet (mandatory use)
• 5-liter handlebar bag
• Biodegradable bottle of water
• Guided Catacombs visit (6-hour tour only)

Excludes

• Food and drinks

Important Information

• The tour is 27 km (17 miles) long, with 60% off-road; intermediate level, difficult with child seat or extension
• On Wednesdays, the tour may last 30 minutes longer
• About 40% of the route is in the city, with some unavoidable traffic; 60% is traffic-free park paths
• Infants aged 1-4 travel free on a child seat (max 49 lbs / 22 kg)
• Children 5-8 join on a child extension
• Children 9 and older can ride independently on e-bikes
• No food or drinks included, but available for purchase during the tour
• Bike equipment supports a weight limit of 300 lbs (136 kg)
• Minimum 4 participants required; if not met, options include alternatives or refunds

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, wear comfortable clothes and bring a camera. Morning or afternoon departures provide optimal lighting for photos.