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

You'll cycle the Appian Way on an e-bike, with the catacombs and aqueducts built into the same day.

You get a private shuttle from central Rome, entry to the catacombs, a guided 45-minute walk underground, then an e-bike ride through the traffic-free Appian Way and Aqueduct Park with an expert guide. The whole day is structured around avoiding Rome's traffic and handling logistics yourself. The shuttle and guide do that work. Book if you're comfortable on a bike over uneven ancient pavement and want to see these ruins without arranging transport or timing yourself.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each5 stops

1. Circus Maximuspassing by
2. Baths of Caracallapassing by
3. Catacombs of RomeEntry included45m
4. Appian Way and Aurelian Wallspassing by
5. Aqueduct ParkEntry included1h

E-bike tour along Appian Way

• Start tour at Circus Maximus
• Pass Baths of Caracalla by minivan
• Guided tour of Catacombs (45 min)
• Walk near Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella
• Begin cycling on Appian Way
• Cycle through Appia Antica park
• Visit Aqueduct Park (60 min)
• Explore Tor Fiscale Park (20 min)
• Enjoy Roman countryside area (15 min)
• Return by Bike Shuttle to start

The experience

A minivan picks you up at Circus Maximus and drives you south past the Baths of Caracalla, then stops at the Catacombs of San Callisto or San Sebastiano for a 45-minute guided walk through the underground burial chambers. After that, the shuttle takes you to the Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella, where you step out, walk three minutes on the original Roman paving, and then mount your e-bike. From there, you're on the Via Appia Antica itself: the oldest road in Rome, and for most of the ride, closed to traffic except residents' cars.

The cycling part is the main event. You pedal through the Appian Way park, passing Roman ruins and tombs that line the route, then swing into the Aqueduct Park where those massive ancient arches rise up around you. The guide rides with the group the whole time, pointing out details and keeping everyone together. About 90 percent of the route is on the ancient Roman pavement, which is uneven and requires basic-to-medium bike handling skills. It's not a smooth path, and the countryside setting means you're away from the city noise but also away from amenities. The shuttle then takes you through Tor Fiscale Park and back to Circus Maximus, a 20-minute drive each way.

Groups stay small, capped at eight people, and the tour won't run if fewer than four sign up. E-bikes come with helmets, and if you're traveling with a child under 20 kilograms, a baby seat is included. Rain ponchos are provided. Children under 12 can ride in the shuttle but not on their own e-bike. Kids 12 and up can ride their own. The guide has the final say on whether someone is fit enough to ride safely, and that decision stands with no refund. Pregnant travelers aren't recommended for this one.

What’s included

• Your day includes round-trip private shuttle pickup from Circus Maximus, entry to the Catacombs of San Callisto or San Sebastiano with a 45-minute guided tour, an e-bike and helmet, a visit to the Aqueduct Park, and a local guide who accompanies you throughout the cycling section.
• If you're traveling with an infant under 20 kilograms, a baby seat is included.
• Rain ponchos are provided, and the tour is limited to a maximum of eight people.

Options for this experience

2 options

Public tour conducted in English10:00Appian Way e-bike tour for a small group of up to 10 people

Tour conducted in English, private10:00Private e-bike tour along the Appian Way

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Information

Lasts 4h 30m, runs every day at 10:00, from € 81.88 per person, with a live guide in English, in groups of up to 15 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:00Another time? ›

GroupUp to 151 private ›

Live guideEnglishOther languages ›

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Book up to10h before

AgesAdult (16 to 79 years) · Youth (10 to 15 years) · Child (6 to 9 years) · Infant (1 to 5 years): free

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancy

Operated by Bicycle Roma

Is this one for you?Book this if you ride a bike comfortably on uneven terrain and want to see the Appian Way, catacombs, and aqueducts without arranging your own transport or timing: the shuttle and guide handle all of that, and the route avoids Rome's traffic entirely.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (10 to 15 years); Child (6 to 9 years); Infant (1 to 5 years): free.

Is the Appian Way route safe for cycling?

Yes. About 90 percent of the route is on the ancient Roman pavement of the Via Appia Antica, which is closed to regular traffic: only residents' cars have access. There are two road crossings where you leave the park. The guide stays with the group throughout and selects quiet routes. Basic-to-medium bike skills are required because the pavement is uneven and the terrain is countryside, not urban.

What if I'm not confident on a bike?

The guide assesses your skills during a briefing and can decline to admit you if you're not deemed suitable. This decision is final and non-refundable. Basic-to-medium riding ability on uneven surfaces is expected.

What's included in the price?

Catacomb entrance ticket, round-trip private shuttle from Circus Maximus, e-bike and helmet, baby seat (if needed), rain poncho, local guide, and the Aqueduct Park visit.

What if the group doesn't reach four people?

The tour requires a minimum of four participants. If that number isn't met, you'll be offered an alternative tour or a full refund.

How far is the shuttle ride?

Approximately 20 minutes each way from Circus Maximus to the Appian Way starting point.

What if it rains?

Rain ponchos are provided as part of the tour.