About this tour
Pedal 19 kilometres through Rome's ancient countryside on electric bike, exploring the Appian Way's lesser-known corners. This 3.5-hour ride departs from Circus Maximus and ventures into the Park of the Aqueducts, where you'll encounter crumbling Roman structures and the engineering marvel that is a 50-kilometre perfectly straight road. The eBike's motor handles uneven terrain and inclines effortlessly, so fitness level irrelevant. Your archaeologist guide unpicks the stories behind burial monuments, imperial bathhouses and film locations whilst explaining how Romans achieved such precision engineering without modern tools.
Highlights
- Ride through Park of the Aqueducts, rarely visited by tourists
- See Circus Maximus and Bath of Caracalla up close
- Visit Circus of Maxentius, Ben Hur filming location
- Explore tombs lining the ancient road
- Learn how Romans built perfectly straight 50km road
- eBike assistance handles all uphills and rough ground
- PhD archaeologist explains ruins and Roman life
What to expect
After a safety briefing and eBike training session, you'll roll out from Circus Maximus into the Roman countryside. Expect a mix of paved sections and uneven paths, with the motor taking the strain on climbs. Your guide stops frequently to point out funerary monuments—wealthy Romans built elaborate tombs here to advertise their status. You'll venture off the main route into the Aqueducts park, where colossal arches and engineering remains dominate the landscape. The pace is leisurely; this isn't a fitness test. Most sightseeing happens standing beside your bike, with the guide explaining construction techniques and historical context.
Good to know
Minimum age 18, maximum 70. Those 15-17 need an adult. Training session before departure is mandatory. Bring water and sun protection. Uneven paths are unavoidable—ensure you're comfortable with that. Not suitable if pregnant. Public transport nearby if you need to bail early.
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.