Why choose this Rome tour ?
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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What makes Rome EBike Tour: Appian Way, Catacombs & Roman Aqueducts a unique experience ?
Marvel at the imposing Porta di San Sebastiano, a gate in the 3rd-century defensive walls of Rome.
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!)
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).
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.
The largest mausoleum ever built on the Ancient Appian Way – dedicated to a young noblewoman from the 1st century AD.
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).
A large park criss-crossed with the arches of several ancient Aqueducts supplying Rome with water.
A view over the remains of one of ancient Rome’s largest thermal baths (highlight included only In the 6-hour tour)
Bike through this island of countryside in the midst of the sprawling city of Rome… replete with rustic animal farms and large green pastures.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 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.
- You will cover an area of approximately 17 miles (27km), 60% of which takes place off-road. The difficulty level of this tour is intermediate (difficult with a child seat or child extension mounted on the bicycle).
- Child policy: (1) Infants under 1 year are not allowed to participate for safety reasons. (2) Infants aged 1-4 years travelling on a child seat (with load capacity of up to 55 lbs or 25 kg) come on the tour free of charge. (3) For children aged 5-8 years a child extension (child streamliner) is provided. (4) Children aged 9 and above can autonomously ride on an appropriately sized E-bikes.
- Minimum of 4 participants applies (total number of participants on tour). There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is 3 or less passengers on the tour. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative for your tour or full refund.
- On Wednesdays, the route includes a deviation, so 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 15th – February 12th 2025
- On Easter Sunday (April 20th, 2025), the Catacombs are closed (therefore, the 6-hour tour will not be running)
- This tour doesn’t include any food or drinks; however, the route offers a few possibilities to purchase some food or drinks (which can be consumed during a suitable break).
- Are the tours safe? The answer is: Absolutely! The tours follow carefully planned routes which have limited access to traffic, and some have no traffic at all, meaning you are able to enjoy your ride around the city in total relaxation and safety and you won’t have to worry about traffic
- We require that all customers wear a helmet on the tour (provided for free).
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- 8.30am 4,5HOUR Tour in Italian
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Excluding the Catacombs - 9.30am 4,5HOUR Tour in Spanish
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Excluding the Catacombs - 4-hour Tour in Dutch
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excluding Catacombs - 9.30am 4,5HOUR Tour in English
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Excluding the Catacombs - 9.45am 6HOUR Tour in Italian
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Including Catacombs - 9.30am 6HOUR Tour in Italian
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Including Catacombs - 4-hour Tour in Spanish
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excluding Catacombs - 9.30am 6HOUR Tour in Spanish
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Including Catacombs - 9.30am 4,5HOUR Tour in Italian
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Excluding the Catacombs - 6-hour Tour in Spanish
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including Catacombs - 8.30am 4,5HOUR Tour in German
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Excluding the Catacombs
Rome EBike Tour: Appian Way, Catacombs & Roman Aqueducts Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- 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)
Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by TopBike Rental and Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 1527 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
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 also in the period January 15th – February 12th 2025.
– 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.
