Embark on an evocative e-bike tour through the Ancient Appian Way in Rome. Explore the Parco dell’Appia Antica, ride on a 2,300-year-old meadow, and discover ancient monuments and Roman aqueducts. A truly emotional journey!
Embark on an evocative e-bike tour through the Ancient Appian Way in Rome. Explore the Parco dell’Appia Antica, ride on a 2,300-year-old meadow, and discover ancient monuments and Roman aqueducts. A truly emotional journey!
- Porta San Sebastiano - A grand southern entrance to Rome, the Porta di San Sebastiano is part of the Aurelian Walls constructed around 275 AD. It also marks the start of the historic Via Appia Antica. Be captivated by its charm and explore the numerous medieval graffiti that bear witness to the passage of pilgrims over the centuries.
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- Porta San Sebastiano - A grand southern entrance to Rome, the Porta di San Sebastiano is part of the Aurelian Walls constructed around 275 AD. It also marks the start of the historic Via Appia Antica. Be captivated by its charm and explore the numerous medieval graffiti that bear witness to the passage of pilgrims over the centuries.
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Catacombs of St. Callixtus - THIS STOP IS INCLUDED ONLY IN THE 5-HOUR TOUR.
Explore the official burial site of the Church of Rome. It is the largest underground cemetery in the city, with corridors extending approximately 20km. The catacombs of St. Callixtus, a sacred site dating back to the second century BC, are named after the deacon Callixtus I. Over 50 martyrs, 16 popes, and half a million Christians were interred here. - Appian Way (Via Appia Antica) - Known to the Romans as Regina Viarum (the queen of roads), it is regarded as the greatest civil engineering achievement of the ancient world. Be enthralled by the history of the Via Appia Antica, which began in the 4th century BC thanks to the censor Appius Claudius, known as the Blind, who commissioned its construction to facilitate the movement of Roman troops to the south. The initial stretch from Rome to Capua was extended over the centuries to reach Brindisi, the most significant port of Ancient Rome.
- Parco Della Caffarella - The Caffarella Park, now part of the Appia Antica Regional Park, is one of the largest green spaces not only in Rome but also in Europe. It is a historical treasure hidden among its paths and groves, where remnants of ancient structures can be seen.
- Ninfeo di Egeria - Be enchanted by this sacred site that narrates the love story between the Nymph Egeria and the second King of Rome, Numa Pompilius. Upon learning of her beloved’s death, Egeria wept in sorrow, creating a spring.
- Mausoleo di Cecilia Metella e Castrum Caetani - Parco Archeologico dell’Appia Antica - This impressive mausoleum is a pagan tomb dedicated to Cecilia Metella, dating back to the 1st century BC. Incorporated into the Castrum Caetani, it remains the best-preserved mausoleum on the Via Appia Antica. Visitors can also admire the remnants of the medieval house of the affluent Caetani family and the church of San Nicola, of which only the perimeter walls remain.
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Parco degli Acquedotti - Parco Archeologico dell’Appia Antica - THIS STOP IS INCLUDED ONLY IN THE 5-HOUR TOUR.
Under the shadow of the Claudio aqueduct, a lunch break is planned. Enjoy Italian delicacies in the beautiful setting of the park. In the afternoon, a delightful aperitif will replace the lunch box. - Parco degli Acquedotti - Parco Archeologico dell’Appia Antica - The e-bike tour continues through this vast green area, once traversed by the ancient Via Latina, the oldest road in Rome. A hub of the water network of Ancient Rome, here one can admire the magnificence of Roman engineering through the remains of some aqueducts, some of which are well-preserved and surprisingly still operational.
- Circus of Maxentius - Situated on the Via Appia Antica, the Circus of Maxentius is the best-preserved example of a Roman circus that has survived to this day. Be transported back in time, surrounded by the remnants of ancient Rome. The spina, still visible, once housed the Agonale obelisk, which was moved during the Renaissance to the Fountain of the Four Rivers in Piazza Navona.
- Terme di Caracalla - Constructed by the emperor of the same name, the Baths of Caracalla were, for about a century, the largest public baths ever built, and today much of their structure is preserved. A branch of the Aqua Marcia supplied water to the baths via the Antoninian aqueduct. Small remnants can be admired at the Porta di San Sebastiano.
- Guided visit of the Catacombs (only in the 5-hour version)
- Lunch box + Acqua (Mattina) - Aperitivo con salumi + Bibite (Pomeriggio) (only in the 5-hour version)
- High quality e-bike
- Child seat until 25 kg
- Child (6-10) is valid only if they are less than 4/7 feet
- Helmet
- Mobile phone holder
- Handlebar holder
- Guided visit of the Catacombs (only in the 5-hour version)
- Lunch box + Acqua (Mattina) - Aperitivo con salumi + Bibite (Pomeriggio) (only in the 5-hour version)
- High quality e-bike
- Child seat until 25 kg
- Child (6-10) is valid only if they are less than 4/7 feet
- Helmet
- Mobile phone holder
- Handlebar holder
- Optional Tip
- Optional Tip
The Ancient Appian Way e-bike Tour takes participants through the renowned Parco dell’Appia Antica, a vital ecological corridor in the heart of Rome. This tour offers a unique setting where captivating nature enhances the experience, rich with history, culture, and art. The itinerary is designed to showcase a magnificent road lined with numerous…
The Ancient Appian Way e-bike Tour takes participants through the renowned Parco dell’Appia Antica, a vital ecological corridor in the heart of Rome. This tour offers a unique setting where captivating nature enhances the experience, rich with history, culture, and art. The itinerary is designed to showcase a magnificent road lined with numerous monuments.
The Aqueduct Park narrates the history of water in Rome and its engineering marvels, as six ancient Roman aqueducts converge here.
Participants will ride a high-quality e-bike across a smooth, 2,300-year-old meadow, experiencing the history of the great empire. The journey traverses a distinctive landscape filled with ancient relics, imperial villas, statues, and tombs, making it a deeply moving bike tour.
Opting for the 5-hour tour includes a visit to the Catacombs of San Callisto, along with a well-deserved break near the Aqueducts Park. Here, participants can enjoy a delicious brunch during the morning tour or an aperitif in the afternoon.
- The reduction for children (age 6-10) is valid only if they are less than 4/7 feet tall (143 cm) because they will have a trailer bike and not a bike alone
- Max weight: 120 KG - 265 pounds.
- You MUST know how to ride a bike WELL
- In the afternoon there will be a tasty Aperitif to replace the box lunch (included in the 5-hour version only)
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.