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

Name: Rome: Appian Way E-bike Tour, Catacombs, Aqueducts & Transfer
Brand: Bicycle Roma
Price: 82 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.91 (432 reviews)

4.9 · 432 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 98% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Rome Operated by Bicycle Roma Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before

Duration: 4h 30m
Group: Group size varies by option: max 10 from €82 · private from €175
Guide languages: English
Start & pickup: 08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 13:30, 14:00, 14:30, 16:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking: Instant confirmation · mobile ticket

Guidekin's take

Solves the one problem of the Appian Way, getting there: a private shuttle from the Circus Maximus to the catacombs, a guided visit inside, then an e-bike ride on the ancient paving to the aqueduct park with almost no traffic, in a group capped at eight, rated 4.91 across 432 reviews.

Transfer, ticket, e-bike and guide are included at €82 per person.

Best for: Choose the public Appian Way e-bike tour with catacombs and shuttle: 4h 30m, €82 per person, 4.91 from 432 reviews; needs four guests to run. Bike & E-Bike Tours comparison

Trade-off: Four guests needed to run.

In our comparison: #8 of 46 in Catacombs & Underground Rome, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

Editorial check: September 13, 2026How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.

Option	What the operator says	From, per adult
Public tour in EnglishThe page price	Small Group up to 10 people Appian Way e-Bike	€82
Private tour in English	Private Tour Appian Way e-Bike	€175 for 2+ people

Children from €60 (ages 6 to 9). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 26 September 2026.

Included and not included

Catacombs ticket entrance
Private Transfer Round trip from Circo Massimo
e-Bike and Helmet
Baby seat up to 20kg (if needed)
Poncho (in case of rain)
Local Guide
Visit at Aqueducts park

Refreshments

Reviews

4.9

432 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 422 of 432

Star breakdown of all 432 ratings

5 stars

409 · 95%

4 stars

13 · 3%

3 stars

6 · 1%

2 stars

3 · 1%

1 star

1 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides and countryside sights; rough cobblestones remain a challenge despite the electric assistance.

Praised

Engaging historical explanations from attentive guides
Open countryside and aqueduct views away from the city crowds
Electric assistance that makes pedalling easier
Catacomb visits praised as an interesting part of the route
Transfers that simplify reaching the bike starting point

Complaints

Bumpy cobblestones and rough paths can be uncomfortable and require confident bike handling
Street riding and busy road crossings on parts of the route

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (27 January 2026 to 1 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where: The Private Transfer service, a 9-seater minivan with the "Bike Adventure" sign, will be waiting for you in front of the RUVER Teglia Frazionata pizzeria. Here our guide will welcome you so you'll start your unforgettable experience. · Open in Google Maps
Departure: 08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 13:30, 14:00, 14:30, 16:00 daily; scheduled through September 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return: This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup: No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator: Bicycle Roma; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

Circo Massimo
Start this fantastic Tour from Circus Maximus. Your Bike Shuttle will depart from here
Pass by, no stop
Terme di Caracalla
Admire the beauty of the Baths of Caracalla while sitting comfortably in the minivan
Pass by, no stop
3
Catacombe di San Callisto
The first stop of the Bike Shuttle service will be at the Catacombs of San Callisto or San Sebastiano. Here you will have about 45 minutes of guided tour inside
45 min · Admission included
4
Mausoleo di Cecilia Metella e Castrum Caetani - Parco Archeologico dell'Appia Antica
The second and final stop of the Bike Shuttle is near the Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella. Here your safe journey along the ancient Appian Way will begin. Before taking possession of the e-Bike, you will walk for about 3 minutes on the ancient Roman paving
5 min · Admission not included
5
Appian Way (Via Appia Antica)
Cycle along the oldest road in Rome: via Appia Antica
2h
Parco Regionale dell'Appia Antica
Cycle through the wonderful Appia Antica park, passing Roman ruins and other beauties
Pass by, no stop
7
Parco Archeologico dell'Appia Antica
Visit the Aqueduct Park, the ancient arches of the aqueduct draw a breathtaking landscape
1h · Admission included
8
Parco Di Tor Fiscale - Parco Archeologico dell'Appia Antica
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.
20 min · Admission included
9
Parco Della Caffarella
A corner of the Roman countryside just a stone's throw from the city centre.
15 min · Admission included
The e-bike adventure ends here, but the journey continues: get back on board the Bike Shuttle for a sweet returnPass by, no stop
Once the experience is over, relax: the Bike Shuttle will take you back to the starting point, ready for your next adventure in RomePass by, no stop

About this tour, from the operator

Do you want to explore the legendary Appian Way without worrying about Roman traffic or public transport? Our Bike Shuttle together with the e-bike tour is the perfect solution for you! We will start from the heart of Rome, the Circus Maximus, and take you directly to the fascinating Catacombs. Let yourself be transported on a journey through time through the visit of these underground labyrinths, rich in history and mystery. Then you will jump on your bike and begin an unforgettable adventure along the Appian Way. You will pedal among ancient tombs, majestic aqueducts and golden fields, admiring landscapes that have inspired artists for centuries. Our expert guide will accompany you on this journey, telling you anecdotes and curiosities about the history of Rome and the Appian Way. Enjoy the tranquility of the Aqueduct Park whose imposing arches tell of the cutting-edge engineering feats of the ancient Romans. Book now the best adventure there is on the Appian Way!

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The guide, after a briefing, reserves the absolute and unquestionable right not to admit participants not deemed suitable due to skills or problems related to body/mind health to the tour, no refund will be issued in these cases.

Children

Specialized infant seats are available
Infants up to 20 kg traveling in a child seat and participating in the tour as our guests.
Children up to 139cm join the tour with a children's extension.
Children can ride their E-bike from the age of 12.

Accessibility

Strollers OK
Public transportation options are available nearby

Is the tour safe? We want your cycling experience in Rome to be unforgettable and, above all, safe. For this reason, we have carefully selected our itineraries, favoring quiet roads with little traffic. Furthermore, our expert guides will accompany you at all times, providing you with all the necessary information and making sure you always feel at ease. You will be able to relax, admire the views and discover the city in a unique and authentic way.
The "group tour" starts with a minimum of 4 participants, if this number is not reached, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
Our small group tours are limited to a maximum of 8 people.
Approximately 90% of this tour takes place on the Roman paving of the Via Appia Antica. There is no car traffic, as only residents' cars have access. There are only two crossings when we leave the Appia Antica Regional Park to enter the Aqueduct Park; and when we pass from the Tor Fiscale Park to the Caffarella Park
The journey by private shuttle is approximately 20 minutes each way
Basic-medium bike riding skills are required to participate in this activity as it takes place off the beaten track and in the countryside.
In the case of official/public celebrations and events in the center of the city of Rome, the tour operator can replace one or more of the highlights of the itinerary.

Good to know

Children from €60 ages 6 to 9

The booking form will also ask for: heights

Cancellation policy

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

1+ days: Full refund
0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Catacombs & Underground Rome

Tour	Price	Duration	Rating	Group
This tour · #8 of 46	€82	4h 30m	4.91 (432)	varies by option
Appian Way, Catacombs and Aqueducts Park Tour with Top E-Bike	€75	4h	4.99 (991)	shared
Walking Tour at Catacombs as the Coolest Underground	€48	2h	4.98 (503)	shared
Rome Bike / EBike Tour: Appian Way, Catacombs & Roman Aqueducts	€59	4h	4.94 (1953)	shared

Ranked #8 of 46 in Catacombs & Underground Rome by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €22 to €470, median €75; typical length 2h 38m. 7 of 46 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 46 Catacombs & Underground Rome

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