Rome: Appian Way, Aqueducts & Catacombs (Small Group or Private)
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Rome's ancient catacombs
- Stroll along the historic Appian Way
- Marvel at Rome's ancient aqueducts
- Discover early Christian history
- Enjoy a guided tour with expert insights
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Visit at Aqueducts Park
- e-Bike and Helmet
- Catacombs ticket entrance
- Poncho (in case of rain)
- Local Guide
- Roma ‘n Bike Card (exclusive discount circuit for cycle tourists)
- Bottled water
Itinerary
Pass by: Here, your guide will welcome you and will lead you on foot to the rental point
Cycle along the oldest road in Rome: via Appia Antica
Pass by: Cycle through the wonderful Appia Antica park, passing Roman ruins and other beauties
Visit the Aqueducts Park, the ancient arches of the aqueduct draw a breathtaking landscape
Pass by: An excursion to Tor Fiscale Park is an unforgettable experience for those who want to discover the secrets of ancient Rome and immerse themselves in the tranquility of the Roman countryside.
Pass by: A corner of the Roman countryside just a stone's throw from the city centre.
We will discover San Callisto or San Sebastiano Catacombs. Here you will have about 45 minutes of guided tour inside
Pass by: The e-bike adventure ends here
Important information
Know before you book
- Confirm the tour's departure time and meeting location in advance.
- Be aware that some sites may have limited accessibility due to their historical nature.
- Understand that photography may be restricted in certain areas, such as the catacombs.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- Min. Participants: 4 guests required. Alternative date or full refund offered if the minimum is not met.
- Max Group Size: Limited to 8 guests per guide for personalization. Flexibility is maintained (may run with fewer guests or include 1-2 extras to keep bookings together).
- Route: 90% of this route follows the ancient Roman paving (basolato) of the Appian Way, where public car traffic is prohibited (resident access only). Only two brief road crossings are needed to navigate between the Appia Antica Regional Park, Aqueduct Park, Tor Fiscale, and Caffarella Parks.
- Itinerary Changes: The operator may substitute itinerary highlights (e.g., for public events or safety reasons) to ensure group security.
- Riding Experience: A basic-medium cycling level is mandatory.
- Guide's Discretion: A pre-departure test is conducted. The guide may deny participation (no refund) if a guest is unsuitable due to lack of ability or health concerns.
- Infants: Infants (up to 20kg/44 lbs) ride free in a provided child seat
- Children: Children (under 139cm/4ft 7in) must use a bike extension (tag-along/trailer)
- E-Bike Age: Minimum age to operate an E-Bike is 12 years old
Traveler reviews
Bicycle Appian way
We loved this experience! We learned and rode the bike at our own pace. Renato was very helpful and patient. He taught us so much and we had a terrific time
Must do !
Best day in Rome !!! We loved every minute of it , it was a nice break from the city . Must do ! Really great experience
Incredible Tour and Guide
This is an absolutely great tour. Ours was led by Renato. There were six people in our group. Renato was an absolute star because our group was like herding cats. (Specifically, I refer to my own group of four.) We first went to the catacombs. On the way, my best friend inadvertently did something so that his pedal assist E bike quit "assisting". My friend was bringing up the rear, and when we noticed that my friend was no longer there, Renato biked back a ways and got him going again. My wife and I had been to these catacombs before, but our friends had not. Although we had been there in 2023, the catacombs staff had changed some things around and the catacombs tour was even better than the first time we visited. We then left for the ancient aqueducts. As the group was leaving, I decided to be the last to get water after messing around and not getting it when everyone else did. I told my wife that I would catch up. Unfortunately, there were multiple trails along the way, and I managed to pick the wrong one each time. I finally caught up to the group which had stop for me. (Interestingly, I had asked a man sitting on a bench at the intersection of the trails which way my group had gone. He pointed in the wrong direction. I learned that it may not be in your best interests to listen to random people sitting on a bench.) After I rejoined the group, one of the individuals in my group of four became ill due to a reaction to some medication that she had taken that morning. Renato was very kind and took us to a location where she and her husband (the friend who had managed to make his E bike quit "assisting") were able to take an Uber back to where we were staying. We then continued on the aqueducts. They were incredible to view. (We have fortunate to have traveled extensively in Europe and Greece and my wife and I were amazed by these specific aqueducts.) We finished up by following along the Appian Way back to the location where we had started. (If you have never seen the Appian Way, you will discover why it is such an engineering marvel.) We had a great time and we could not have asked for a better, or more patient, guide as we had in Renato.
To remember for a lifetime
We did the tour today and it was a complete success. We loved it. I would recommend it to everyone visiting Rome, as it is an unforgettable experience. Special mention to our guide Matteo. His mastery of history makes you mentally transport to the era he is explaining and want to know more. I also highly value his closeness and kindness. Totally recommendable, both the experience and the guide.
Loved it!!!
This tour was so awesome! It was great to get outside of the center of Rome and explore these amazing sites! Our tour guide Ricardo was lovely- explained everything very well and kept us safe . Would highly recommend it!