eBiking along the Appian Way: Experience Roman landscapes and ruins on a 19-mile journey
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Embark on a thrilling 19-mile eBike adventure along the Appian Way, exploring Roman landscapes and ruins. Choose your level of assistance and discover hidden gems like the Park of the Aqueducts!
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Circus Maximus - - Biggest chariot race track in Ancient Rome and starting point of the Appian Way
- Capable of 250000 people, one quarter of the entire population of Rome in the hey-day
- 600 m in length
- Terme di Caracalla - Among the biggest and most well preserved Roman bath; around 15000 people could bath at the same time!
- Arco Di Druso - Erroneously considered a triumphal arch, it is instead one of the arcades of the aqueduct made by Caracalla and meant to feed his Thermal baths.
- Porta San Sebastiano - The largest and among the best preserved gates in the defensive walls built by Aurelian in Rome.
- Chiesa del Domine Quo Vadis - During Nero’s persecution of Christians, Saint Peter is fleeing Rome to avoid martyrdom, he meets Jesus where now the church is and asks him “Lord, where are you going?” and he replied “I go to Rome, to be crucified again”. The apostle then understands that Jesus, with this sign, asks him to return to Rome and accept martyrdom, and he obeys.
- Catacombs of Saint Callixtus - One of the biggest Catacombs in town. 50 Martyrs and 16 Popes buried here. We’ll ride inside the Vatican City state as this area is among the extraterritorial belongins of the Vatican in Rome!
- Catacombe San Sebastiano - The place where the relics of the apostles Peter an Paul were moved during the invasion of the barbarians to prevent them from being vandalized
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Appian Way (Via Appia Antica) - An incredible masterpiece of engineering, connecting Rome with the south-eastern part of the empire and built in 312 BC by Appius Claudius Caecus, a politician.
With a length of 360 roman miles, most of them still with the original basalt blocks paving, the Appian way is the longest ancient roman road still preserved and location of important historical events like the crucifixion of Spartacus’ 6000 soldiers along the road, the capture of Rome by the Allies during WWII and in 1960 summer Olympics, part of the men’s marathon course. - Circus of Maxentius - Chosen as a location for the movie Ben Hur in 1959, the most well preserved ancient roman chariot race track, capable of around 10000 people
- Villa di Massenzio - An imperial villa of Rome, built by the Roman emperor Maxentius. The complex is located between the second and third mile of the Appian Way, it consists of three main buildings: the palace, the circus of Maxentius and the dynastic mausoleum.
- Mausoleo di Cecilia Metella e Castrum Caetani - Parco Archeologico dell’Appia Antica - Monumental tomb meant to celebrate a member of an illustrious family of the 1st century BC boasting one of the members of the Triumvirate of Julius Caesar and the one who put an end to Spartacus’ revolt
- Complesso di Capo di Bove - Parco Archeologico dell’Appia Antica - The baths of a vast land property of the 2nd century AD with mosaics still preserved
- Parco degli Acquedotti - Parco Archeologico dell’Appia Antica - The name derives from the presence under and overground of seven Roman and papal aqueducts that supplied ancient Rome
What's Included
- Headsets for clear audio guidance
- Guided tour with PhD archaeologist
- e-Bike rental included
- Helmets provided for safety
- No hidden costs - all fees included
Additional Information
Are you prepared to embark on a more than 19-mile journey on an eBike through the stunning landscapes and ancient Roman remains in the Appian countryside? Don’t worry about uphill struggles - you have control over the battery’s assistance level to prevent fatigue. This tour is customizable to suit riders of any skill level, as the eBike provides constant aid across all terrains and conditions. Unlike most Appian Way e-Bike tours, ours goes off the beaten track up to the Aqueducts Park, a real treat and a standout experience for our riders!
- Minimum age is 18 years old
- Make sure you feel comfortable about riding mainly on uneven paths
- A short training session to get confident on the e-Bike is mandatory before the tour starts. Safety first!
- Maximum age is 70 years
- For over 15 and under 18 the presence of an adult (relative) is required
Location
Via dei Cerchi, 59
Via dei Cerchi
tour departs at the e-bike rental office, 10 minutes walking distance from the Roman Forum and Termini station
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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R5388xnstephanieb
Feb 26, 2023
Great ebike adventure - This ebike tour is unique, and Ferdinando is THE guy to take you! Perfect English, highly knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating. Ferdinando’s tour of the Appian Way and aqueducts on an ebike is an adventure that will be a highlight of your trip. You will see the most beautiful landscapes and ancient monuments. Book this tour and guide, you won't be disappointed.
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Andrew
Aug 23, 2021
An Incredible Way to Experience Rome - If touring the Appian Way on an e-bike, into and out of Rome, is not on you bucket list, then add it right now. I am confident that this tour is the best way to experience Rome. As you glide over ancient paths and past some of the most impressive ruins of the Ancient Rome, Ferdinando teaches you the lore/history of every site that you pass, and does so in a way that is both engaging and informative.
Even if you are unfamiliar with Roman history, this tour is still thoroughly enjoyable. Riding the e-bikes down the stunningly beautiful roads/paths is fun on its own, but hearing Ferdinando in your ear explaining the significance of what you are riding past takes everything to a whole new level of experience.
Ferdinando knows what he is talking about. Few tour guides are as knowledgeable and credentialed as he is, not as personable and hospitable. I will never forget this experience and will strongly recommend it to any and everyone I know who is planning a trip to this beautiful city.
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Delaney
Aug 22, 2021
Unforgettable once in a lifetime tour - Step 1: BOOK FERDINANDO TODAY!
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Ferdinando was accommodating and quick to respond. Ferdinando loves his job so much it spreads. His English is very good and he’s easy to talk to and ask questions. I think Ferdinando could get everyone to love Rome more, especially the places less seen.
Ferdinando seems to know about every layer of Rome, from the layers of bricks to the stratified layers of ancient streets. He combines the big ideas with smaller details that complete the history of the ancient city and bring the monuments to life. If you think Roman history is boring, you won’t by the end of tour.
And, if you are able and comfortable on a bike, Ferdinando’s tour of the Via Appia and aqueducts is an excursion that will be a highlight of your trip. You will see the most beautiful landscapes and monuments. You will experience a different side of Rome that everyone should.
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