Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella >> Our tour begins at the Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella, one of the most famous and well-preserved funerary monuments of ancient Rome. This mausoleum was built for the daughter of a Roman consul in the 1st century BC and is a perfect starting point for exploring the history and architecture of the Via Appia Antica.
San Nicola a Capo di Bove >> We will cycle to San Nicola a Capo di Bove, an archaeological site with the remains of ancient Roman baths. Here we can admire the floor mosaics and learn more about daily life in ancient Rome.
Ancient Section of the Appian Way >> We will continue along the ancient section of the Appian Way, known as the Regina Viarum (Queen of Roads) for its historical importance and extraordinary beauty. We will cycle past ancient paving stones, columns and ruins, immersing ourselves in a landscape that has retained its charm intact for millennia.
Villa dei Quintili >> Our tour will take us to the Villa dei Quintili, one of the largest and most luxurious suburban residences in ancient Rome. This villa belonged to the Quintili brothers and was later confiscated by Emperor Commodus. We will explore its ruins, including the thermal baths, reception rooms and gardens, discovering the magnificence of Roman architecture.
Casal Rotondo Continuing our tour, we will reach Casal Rotondo, a large mausoleum standing imposingly along the Appian Way. This monument, built in the imperial era, offers a spectacular view of the Roman countryside and represents a perfect example of Roman funerary architecture.
Return to the Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella and enjoying the historical and natural landscape surrounding us. This return route will allow us to further appreciat
