Sunrise Cycling Tour on the Ancient Appian Way & Aqueducts in Rome

from $93

Duration

3 hours

Type

Guided, Private

Difficulty

Easy

Reviews

(3)

4.4 /5

Sunrise Cycling Tour on the Ancient Appian Way & Aqueducts in Rome

Strategic Start: Maximum Exploration, Zero Traffic

Start your adventure by saving time and effort. Our strategic departure directly from the historic Appian Way (Via Appia Antica) eliminates the long and tiring E-Bike ride through central Rome traffic. This ensures a safer, optimized experience focused exclusively on the history, ruins, and nature of the archaeological parks.

After collecting your E-Bike, your expert local guide will lead you along the millenary Regina Viarum (Appian Way), lined with ancient tombs and majestic umbrella pines.

E-Bike Tour Highlights:

Aqueduct Park: Witness Roman engineering up close by observing the impressive Aqua Claudia and the monumental arches that dominate the landscape.
Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella: VR Time Travel (Included): The tour's climax! Visit the Mausoleum, the Appia's signature monument, and use a Virtual Reality (VR) viewer. You will relive the Mausoleum and the Caetani Castle as they appeared 2,000 years ago, providing an unparalleled historical perspective.
Roman Countryside: Enjoy the serenity of the historic parks (such as Caffarella and Tor Fiscale). Cycling through the Roman Countryside offers a breathtaking contrast to the city's hustle.

A unique adventure combining effortless exercise, ancient history, and innovative technology, designed for your maximum comfort and safety.

Inclusions

High-Quality E-Bike Rental (Pedal Assisted).
Expert Local Guide.
Entrance Ticket and Immersive VR Experience at the Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella.
Safety Helmet.

Exclusions

Accident Insurance (Optional, available for an extra cost of €5 per person).
Food and beverages.
Entrance fees to any museums or monuments not explicitly listed in the "What's Included" section.

Tour Plan

Ancient Appian Way

Aqueducts park

Tor Fiscale park

Caffarella Park

Ancient Appian Way

Itinerary

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Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella

Ancient Appian Way

Aqueducts park

Tor Fiscale park

Caffarella Park

Ancient Appian Way

Meeting / Pickup

Meet on location: This experience has no pick-up service, customers have to make their way to our meeting point.

What to Bring

Comfortable clothes

Please Note

👥 Groups and Tour Confirmation

Minimum Participants: The tour requires a minimum of 4 participants. If this number is not reached, an alternative date or a full refund will be offered.
Maximum Group Size: The limit is set at 8 guests per guide to guarantee a personalized experience. We can show flexibility (1–2 extra guests) to avoid separating family/group bookings; the tour may still depart with fewer than 6 people.

🛣️ Route, Safety, and Variations

Trail: 90% of the itinerary takes place on the ancient Roman paving stones of the Appian Way (Appia Antica), in a limited traffic zone (access restricted to residents only). Only two short road crossings are planned: one to enter the Aqueducts Park (Parco degli Acquedotti) and one between Tor Fiscale and the Caffarella Park (Parco della Caffarella).
Itinerary Variations: In the event of celebrations, official events, or public demonstrations, the operator reserves the right to substitute one or more itinerary highlights to ensure the safety of the group.

⚠️ Suitability, Experience, and Discretion

Riding Experience: A basic-intermediate level of cycling experience is mandatory.
Test and Denial: A short assessment test will be carried out before departure. The guide has the absolute right to deny participation (without refund) to any guest deemed unsuitable due to insufficient riding skills or precarious physical/mental conditions.

👶 Children Policy

Infants: Infants and babies (up to 20kg / 44lbs) travel free using a provided child seat.
Children: Children (under 139cm / 4ft 7in in height) must use a bike extension (tag-along/trailer).
E-Bike Minimum Age: The minimum age to operate one's own E-Bike is 12 years old.

Cancellation Policy

Refund if cancelled at least 1 day before the event

Destinations

Roma, Rome

Language

English, Italian

Operator

Bicycle Roma

Reviews

4.4/5

Wonderful

3 verified reviews

Location (4.33/5)

Amenities (4.33/5)

Services (4/5)

Price (4.67/5)

Rooms (4.67/5)

3 Comments

Aisha Gold December 23, 2023
4.4
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Cycling along the ancient Appian Way as the sun began to rise over the aqueducts was a breathtaking experience that we will cherish. Our guide was knowledgeable and passionate, but we found the pace a bit too rushed at times, which made it hard to soak in the surroundings fully.
David December 2, 2024
4.4
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Exploring the ancient aqueducts at sunrise was a highlight for our family, bringing the history of Roma alive as we pedaled down the Appian Way. While the bikes were a bit wobbly for the kids at first, the peaceful morning atmosphere made it easy to overlook those minor hiccups.
Aurora Nkosi February 9, 2025
4.4
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We loved biking through the quiet paths of the ancient roads at sunrise, where the beauty of the aqueducts took our breath away. The experience felt a bit rushed at times, especially when we wanted to snap more photos, but our guide was engaging and shared fascinating stories about the history of the area. Overall, it was a wonderful way for our family to connect with the rich heritage of Roma while enjoying some fresh air and exercise.