Rome: Appian Way, Aqueducts & Catacombs (Small Group or Private)
Description
Just about 3km from the Colosseum, there is a place you absolutely must visit! Do you want to discover it safely, away from the city traffic? Cycle with us along the Via Appia Antica starting directly from the section closed to car traffic and unleash your desire for adventure! This itinerary combines the present of the golden fields of the Roman countryside still frequented by local shepherds, with the glorious past of the Monumental Tombs and ruins of ancient Rome that stand on the sides of the road. Every km traveled is a dive into history, which brings you ever closer to the peace and tranquility of the Parco degli Acquedotti. Here the arches of the imposing aqueducts tell of the cutting-edge engineering feats of the ancient Romans. In the shade of centuries-old trees, enjoy the stories told by your guide, the enchanting landscape will do the rest. The visit to the Catacombs is an unmissable stop that adds a touch of mystery to this bike adventure. Book now and start the journey!
Tour Options
Itinerary
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
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
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.
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
The e-bike adventure ends here
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
Reviews(145)
My son and I thoroughly enjoyed our experience with Michele. The bike tour exploring the Appia Way and the aqueducts, after the catacombs tour is a must book - and a great value!
Thank you so much! Michele is thrilled to read your review! Knowing that exploring the Appian Way, Aqueducts, and Catacombs with your son was a highlight of your Rome trip means everything to us. Hope to see you both again! 🚲🏛️✨
We did this bike tour on the Appian Way with Matteo and it was a wonderful experience. Since it was August and low season we were alone and Matteo went out of his way to show us the best places, he took photos and videos of us with excellent quality and with a welcoming closeness. In the end we spent the whole morning talking about history, visiting fascinating places (some with a surprise) and enjoying this wonderful experience, which we recommend without a doubt!
¡Muchísimas gracias! Matteo está emocionado con vuestra reseña. Nos alegra enormemente saber que disfrutasteis tanto de la historia, las sorpresas del recorrido y los recuerdos en fotos y vídeos. ¡Fue un verdadero placer compartir esa mañana con vosotros! 🇪🇸🚲🏛️✨
This was a highlight of our trip to Rome so far! We enjoy nature, learning and unique experiences and this had all of it! Marco was such a great tour guide! He incorporated history, meditation, philosophy, and even silence to make this an excursion one where we experienced awe and peace! Having the E-bikes (and turbo mode) was so helpful and really made the trip accessible to two middle aged out of shape people — haha! Thank you, Marco!
Bike ride was really fun, good bikes. Could have spent more time on Appian Way. Its a long way from the Appian Way to the Viaducts through residential area (not scenic). Guide was a nice guy, not loads of information given, just a few bits read out of a guide book. Catacombs were ok. No skulls or bones. Interesting enough tour. Waited ages to start the tour. Due to start at 3.45, didn't begin until after 4pm. Its a long walk, up hill, from the Catacombs to the bike rental collection. Lots of points where you need to dismount and push your bike on the tour. Nothing to see on the second half of the tour, after the viaducts you come back on main roads. It was a fun afternoon, but ai expected more, could have rented e-bikes and just ridden around on our own for a lot less. Its a 30min taxi ride from the Coloseum area.
Dear Customer, Thank you for your review and for appreciating the fun aspect of the bike tour and the quality of our vehicles! We apologize for the initial delay and the issues you encountered. We consider the urban routes outside the parks a true added value to the itinerary: they connect the Appian Way and the Aqueducts, allowing you to safely explore three authentic neighborhoods that are crucial for capturing the soul of the city, far from the usual tourist routes. Regarding the informative portion, we ask the guide directly for feedback to understand the reasons for these shortcomings, so that the historical narration is always rich and stimulating, as expected by our standards. The value of a guided tour lies in the safety of a well-marked route, assistance, and the discovery of lesser-known corners. Thanks again for your insights! Kind regards
Amazing experience rode through sheep field and underground cavern. Great guides Alessio and Daniella.
Wow, what an unforgettable milestone review for us! Alessio and Daniela were so happy to guide you on this adventure. Cycling past the sheep fields and diving into the underground caverns is truly the magical, hidden side of Rome we love to show! Thank you so much for riding with us, and we hope to see you again soon! 🚲🐑🏛️
The tour was very nice. The electric bikes did all the work for us and allowed us to fully enjoy the views of the aqueducts along the Apian Way. Our tour guide, Renato, was especially friendly and knowledgeable about the area and its history. He kept us safe on the roads and took pictures of me and my family. The bike mechanic, Martin, was also very helpful; especially after the tour. We were unfamiliar with the taxi-system so martin helped us out and got us a taxi back to our hotel after the tour had ended. Overall, the tour was a great experience and I would recommend it to anyone visiting Rome.
Thank you so much! We're thrilled you enjoyed the smooth e-bike ride through history! Renato was delighted to keep you safe and capture those family memories, and Martin was more than happy to help you navigate the local taxi system. Going above and beyond for our guests is what we do! Hope to see you all again! 🚲🏛️📸🚖
We had a fantastic time on the Appia Aqueduct park tour. The bikes made for easy experience overall. Ricardo was an excellent guide, knowledgable, and friendly. We learned so much on the guided ride and the extreme heat was not an issue with plenty of thought out shady stops. Overall a 10/10 experience.
Wow, a 10/10 review is the best reward! Riccardo is so happy you enjoyed the ride, the history, and those well-deserved shady stops! Keeping you comfortable and making history easy and fun to learn is always our goal. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back again! 🚲☀️🏛️✨
Riccardo was an amazing guide. He was very helpful when we had questions and was patient when riding the bikes making sure you weren’t left behind. Best tour we did on our trip and really had an unforgettable experience. Exploring the catacombs was also very Interesting. Didn’t expect the history of it to be so rich but it was definitely a good time. 11/10 tour highly recommend.
Riding the bike in Italy was amazing. Renato our tour guide did an excellent job guiding us and telling us about the history of the Apian Road. I appreciate his patience with me. At the beginning, I was having trouble getting used to the bike, since I have not ride a bike for almost 40 years and he suggested an alternative route, but I tough it out and we did great! The catacombs and the church at the end was amazing with so much history. Learned a lot during this amazing tour. Thank you Renato!
Thank you so much! We are incredibly proud of you for "toughing it out" and riding after 40 years—what an amazing achievement! Renato was so happy to support you and suggest alternatives to ensure you felt comfortable. Hearing that you loved the history of the Appian Way, the catacombs, and the church means the world to us. You did absolutely great! 🚲🏛️💪
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
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! 🚲✨ We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had such a terrific time. Renato is known for his incredible patience and helpfulness, and he always makes sure our guests can ride comfortably at their own pace while soaking up the history. Ensuring you learn, stay safe, and have fun is exactly what we aim for! Thank you for choosing Bicycle Roma, and you are always welcome back for another perfect ride!
