Appian Way and Aqueducts Electric Bike Tour

At a glance

Appian Way and Aqueducts Electric Bike Tour is a 4h small-group experience in Rome, Italy, operated by Easy Bike Rent Rome. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 29 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $85.64 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Visit to the Circus of Maxentius, Mobile phone holder, Several sizes of quality e-bike.

Quick facts

Duration

4h

Group

Small group, up to 10 travellers

Languages

English

Pickup

Meet at the start point

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 · 10m

   The Circus Maximus is an ancient Roman chariot-racing stadium. It is located in the valley between the Aventine and Palatine hills, it was the first and largest stadium in ancient Rome. It measured 621 m (2,037 ft) in length and 118 m (387 ft) in width and could accommodate over 150,000 spectators.

2. Stop 2 · 20m

   The Baths of Caracalla were the city's second largest Roman public baths, or thermae, after the Baths of Diocletian. The baths were likely built between AD 212 (or 211) and 216/217, during the reigns of emperors Septimius Severus and Caracalla. They were in operation until the 530s and then fell into disuse and ruin.

3. Stop 3 · 20m

   The Porta San Sebastiano is the largest and one of the best-preserved gates passing through the Aurelian Walls in Rome.

4. Stop 4 · 30m

   The Catacombs of Callixtus are one of the main catacombs of Rome, located along the Appian Way. They sit in a very beautiful, almost pedestrian area. During our tour, we visit the catacombs area, but not the catacombs themselves.

5. Stop 5 · 20m

   The Circus of Maxentius is an ancient structure in Rome, Italy, part of a complex of buildings erected by emperor Maxentius on the Via Appia between AD 306 and 312.

6. Stop 6 · 20m

   The Tomb of Caecilia Metella is one of the most well known and well preserved monuments along the Via Appia. It was built during the 1st century BC to honor Caecilia Metella, who was the daughter of Quintus Caecilius Metellus Creticus.

7. Stop 7 · 30m

   The Villa of the Quintilii is an ancient Roman villa beyond the fifth milestone along the Via Appia Antica. It was built by the rich and cultured brothers Sextus Quintilius Valerius Maximus and Sextus Quintilius Condianus (consuls in 151 AD).

8. Stop 8 · 40m

   The park is named after the aqueducts that run through it. It is crossed on one side by the Aqua Felix and also contains part of the Aqua Claudia and the remains of Villa delle Vignacce to the North West. A short stretch of the original Roman Via Latina can also be seen.

9. Stop 9 · 30m

   The Caffarella Park is a large park in the heart of Rome. It is part of the Parco Regionale Appia Antica. The Caffarella Valley and is bordered on its northern side by the Via Latina and on its southern by the Appian Way.

10. Stop 10 · 20m

    Egeria was a nymph attributed a legendary role in the early history of Rome as a divine consort and counselor of Numa Pompilius, the second king of Rome, to whom she imparted laws and rituals pertaining to ancient Roman religion. Her name is used as an eponym for a female advisor or counselor.

Meeting point

Good to know

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Not recommended for kids under 12 years old
• Not recommended for those who don't know how to ride a bike

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Frequently asked questions