Rome: Appia Antica E-Bike tour with Rome's Underground Labyrinth
Description
Imagine cycling on the Via Appia Antica, one of the oldest and most historic roads in the world. Feel under the wheels the same stones that supported Roman chariots and pilgrims. The air smells of history, and the landscape transports you back in time. Cycling along the Appian Way is like leafing through a living history book. Every kilometer traveled is a chapter to discover: monumental tombs, majestic aqueducts, ancient villas... Every stone tells a story, and you are the protagonist of this adventure. But the real surprise awaits you underground. In the Roman Quarry of the Caffarella park, a labyrinth of hand-dug tunnels opens up to your eyes. It is a unique experience, a dive into the heart of underground Rome. Here, where pozzolana was extracted for centuries to build the city, you can cycle through the ancient tunnels, touch the walls dug by slaves and imagine the life of those who worked in these dark depths. Whether you are a history enthusiast, a nature lover or simply an explorer, this tour is the perfect combination capable of offering you unique emotions. Leave the usual tourist itineraries and book now to immerse yourself in an authentic and evocative atmosphere.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Cycle along the ancient Appian Way
Discover the beautiful ancient Appian Way
Admire the immensity of the Roman aqueducts
Reach the Tor Fiscale Park, and cycle under the Claudio Aqueduct
Visit an ancient Roman quarry on your e-Bike
Caffarella park
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for claustrophobic people
- 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 ensure a personalized experience. We can be flexible (1-2 additional guests) to avoid separating family/group bookings; the tour can still operate with fewer than 6 people.
- Route: 90% of the route follows the ancient Roman paving of the Appian Way, in a limited-traffic zone (access permitted to residents only). There are only two short road crossings: one to enter the Aqueduct Park and one between Tor Fiscale and Caffarella Park.
- Itinerary Changes: In the event of celebrations, official events, or public demonstrations, the operator reserves the right to replace one or more highlights of the itinerary to ensure the safety of the group.
- Riding Experience: It is mandatory to have a basic-intermediate level of bicycle riding experience.
- Guide's Discretion: A brief evaluation test will be performed prior to starting. The guide has the right to deny participation (no refund) if a guest is deemed unfit due to poor riding ability or unstable physical/mental condition.
- Infants: Infants and children (up to 20kg / 44lbs) travel free of charge using a provided booster seat.
- Children: Children (under 139cm / 4ft 7in tall) must use a bike extension (tag-along/trailer).
- Minimum E-Bike Age: The minimum age to ride your own E-Bike is 12 years old.
Reviews(44)
Amazing tour with Alessio. We had a lot of fun and the itinerary is ideal to not only learn a lot about the area's history, but also experience the spectacular views of the Via Appia, the Aquaeducts and the catacombs / the network running underground in the old quarry. The bikes ran very smoothly and Alessio had so many great stories to tell and details to note along the way. Definitely one of the highlights of our trip!
Great experience, great guide.
GRAzie mille , ci vediamo alla prossima avventura 🤗
We took a private e-bike tour on the Appian Way in June 2026. Alessandro was our tour guide and everything about our experience was amazing! Alessandro gave us a good amount of information, stopped in shaded areas when talking (we went in June so it was very hot), took us at a good speed for our family and offered to take pictures of all 4 of us along the way. I would definitely take this tour when coming to Rome!
Wow, "Best experience in Rome!" – what an incredible compliment! 🚲✨ Thank you so much for taking the time to share your review on TripAdvisor. We are absolutely thrilled to hear that your private family tour with Alessandro was so amazing. Navigating the ancient Appian Way and the underground labyrinth in the June heat is a true adventure, and Alessandro always makes sure his groups stay cool in the shade, ride at a comfortable pace, and head home with plenty of great family photos. Knowing we became a highlight of your Roman holiday means everything to us. Thank you for riding with us, and we hope to welcome your family back for another perfect day in the saddle with Bicycle
My husband and I had a magical trip riding bikes on the Appian road. AleViante was our guide and he was the best. He was interesting and knowledgeable about the all of the history on this amazing road. We saw all the famous ruins on the road … and the aqueducts. It was one of the highlights of our trip to Italy. Highly recommend Bicycle Roma!
Thank you so much for this beautiful and magical review! 🌟 We are absolutely thrilled that riding our bikes along the historic Appian Way was one of the highlights of your entire trip to Italy! Hearing that your guide was the best and brought the history of these amazing ruins and the majestic aqueducts to life is exactly what we strive for every day. We will be sure to pass along your wonderful praise to him and the rest of our team; passion for this city is what drives us! Thank you for choosing and highly recommending Bicycle Roma for your special couples' adventure. We hope to welcome you both back for another magical ride through history! 🚲🌅✨
A beautiful experience! Matteo was a fantastic guide, he conveys his passion 100%! A different way to discover the beauty of Rome 🤩
Grazie mille per questa bellissima recensione! 🤩 🚲 Siamo davvero felici che tu abbia vissuto un’esperienza fantastica. Matteo mette il cuore in quello che fa e sapere che è riuscito a trasmetterti la sua passione al 100% ci riempie d'orgoglio! Esplorare Roma in e-bike è proprio questo: un modo dinamico, divertente e completamente diverso per innamorarsi della sua bellezza millenaria. Grazie ancora per aver pedalato con noi
We took the trip with Matteo, it was a fantastic experience. An absolutely top-notch guide, friendly and very knowledgeable. An experience that is absolutely worth repeating.
Grazie di cuore per questa bellissima recensione! 🚲 Siamo davvero felici che la gita con Matteo sia stata un’esperienza fantastica. Lui è una guida di assoluto livello e siamo orgogliosi che la sua simpatia e le sue grandi conoscenze abbiano reso il tour così speciale. Sapere che è un'esperienza da rifare è il complimento più bello per noi! Ti aspettiamo a braccia aperte per la prossima pedalata insieme a Bicycle Roma!
Great Matteo. Fantastic guide, we had so much fun. Highly recommended. THANK YOUUUU
GRAZIEEEE a voi! 🚲✨ È fantastico leggere tutto questo entusiasmo! Matteo è davvero una forza della natura e siamo felicissimi che vi siate divertiti così tanto insieme a lui. Il nostro obiettivo è proprio questo: unire la scoperta di Roma a un sacco di sane risate in sella. Grazie mille per il "consigliatissimo", vi aspettiamo per un altro splendido giro insieme
Great visit to the aqueducts of Rome and the Via Appia with Matteo!!! Magnificent panoramas and a few thrills in the maze 😅. I really recommend this tour and I particularly recommend Matteo as a guide! Thank you for everything!
Merci beaucoup pour ce superbe retour ! 🚲 Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié les panoramas magnifiques des Aqueducs et de la Via Appia. C'est génial de savoir que le labyrinthe vous a donné quelques frissons : c'est l'un de nos moments préférés du tour ! Matteo sera très touché par votre recommandation spéciale ; il adore partager ces secrets de Rome avec autant d'enthousiasme. Merci encore pour votre confiance et à bientôt chez Bicycle Roma !
A very pleasant discovery of something different about Rome: parks, greenery and ancient history admired by taking a two-wheeled route with the splendid guide Alessio. Highly recommended!!!
Grazie di cuore, Angelo! Ci fa un immenso piacere sapere che il tour sia stato una "piacevole scoperta". Alessio è un vero appassionato e sarà entusiasta di leggere le tue parole. Pedalare tra il verde e la storia dell'Appia Antica è il nostro modo preferito per mostrare una Roma diversa e autentica. Grazie per averci consigliato così caldamente. A presto in sella! 🚲🌿🏛️✨
This bicycle tour was the highlight of our mini-vacation. Ilena was very nice and most important, she knew everything and told us a lot of very interesting stories. The route was beautiful and showed us the best places just outside Rome. No busy traffic, no loads of people, just green parcs, aquaducts, quietness. The combination with visiting Rome centre this way is the best. Ilena was patient and kind. We will defenitely come back and book a tour up to the lakes outside Rome. Thank you so much for the lovely afternoon.
Thank you so much for your wonderful words! 🚲 We are thrilled to hear that the tour was the highlight of your mini-vacation. Ilena will be so happy to know that her stories and her patient, kind nature made your afternoon special. There truly is no better way to balance the busy energy of Rome's center than with the quiet, green beauty of the Aqueducts. We are already looking forward to your next visit—the tour up to the lakes is absolutely breathtaking, and we can't wait to take you there! See you soon at Bicycle Roma!
