About this tour
Tear through the Castelli Romani hills on a Vespa, tracing Rome's ancient roots across seven hours of countryside riding. Stop at the legendary Appian Way—history's most storied road—then pull into Ariccia for lunch at a traditional fraschette, sampling Roman classics. Spin past the Pope's lakeside getaway on Albano's shores and explore the Byzantine mosaics at Grottaferrata Abbey. A scooter ride that weaves archaeology, food, and landscape into one afternoon.
Highlights
- Ride the Appian Way, oldest thoroughfare in the ancient world
- Lunch at an authentic Ariccia fraschette with regional Roman food
- Vespa tour through rolling Castelli Romani countryside
- Pope's summer residence overlooking Albano Lake
- Byzantine mosaics at Grottaferrata Abbey complex
- Two helmets, anti-theft gear, and safety locks included
What to expect
You'll collect your Vespa and safety kit, then ride out of the city into vineyards and hilltop villages. The Appian Way section is a slow cruise through ancient stones—you'll feel the weight of 2,300 years underfoot. Lunch happens at a working-class fraschette in Ariccia, where you'll eat what Romans eat: cured meats, fresh cheese, simple pasta. The afternoon brings Albano Lake's shoreline views, the Pope's residence perched above, and finally the abbey's interior—mosaics and frescoes that tie Byzantine craft to Roman foundations. Riding is straightforward; no experience needed, but comfort on a scooter for seven hours matters.
Good to know
Minimum age is 18; not suitable if pregnant. Dress smart casual and bring sunscreen. Vegetarian meals available—request at booking. The route uses public roads; a Roman guide is optional. No hotel transfers included; arrange your own way to the meeting point.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.