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Lazio-Rome city walking short break
- One of the most magnificent cities in the world
- Ancient Christian catacombs of San Calisto and San Sebastiano
- Great walks through Imperial Rome, following the ancient Appian Way, the Roman Forum, the Coliseum, the Palatine hill, the Circus Maximus, the Pantheon and much more ...
- Visit Ostia Antica, a very well preserved Roman town
From: 200 €
Tripcode: ITSW120
3 Comfort
Level 1 - EN:
Simple accommodation, often with multiple rooms like huts, cottages or guesthouses. Sometimes with bunk beds and often with shared bathrooms. All camping trips fall into this category.
Level 1 - EN:
Simple accommodation, often with multiple rooms like huts, cottages or guesthouses. Sometimes with bunk beds and often with shared bathrooms. All camping trips fall into this category.
Level 2:
Simple to good inns, small family hotels, B&Bs and agriturismo (farmsteads), generaly with private bathroom. Often chosen for their excellent location in relation to the itinerary.
Level 2:
Simple to good inns, small family hotels, B&Bs and agriturismo (farmsteads), generaly with private bathroom. Often chosen for their excellent location in relation to the itinerary.
Level 2:
Simple to good inns, small family hotels, B&Bs and agriturismo (farmsteads), generaly with private bathroom. Often chosen for their excellent location in relation to the itinerary.
Level 3:
Good hotels, inns, B&B, agriturismo (farmstead) with ensuite private bathroom, often wel located and serving good meals
Level 3:
Good hotels, inns, B&B, agriturismo (farmstead) with ensuite private bathroom, often wel located and serving good meals
Level 3:
Good hotels, inns, B&B, agriturismo (farmstead) with ensuite private bathroom, often wel located and serving good meals
Level 4:
Special hotel with excellent food, ambiance and service. Accommodations with a special touch.
Level 4:
Special hotel with excellent food, ambiance and service. Accommodations with a special touch.
Level 4:
Special hotel with excellent food, ambiance and service. Accommodations with a special touch.
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1 Difficulty
Level 1:
Walking levels:
Trips with short walks of generally three to four hours (excluding breaks) and/or optional day excursions; flat or slightly hilly terrain using well kept paths.
Cycling levels:
Easy biking in nearly flat landscape; also possible for people with little or no bicycle experience. The daily distances are approximately 30-50 km in general. Bicycles with up to 3 gears can do the job. All our adult rental bikes have at least 21 gears.
Level 1:
Walking levels:
Trips with short walks of generally three to four hours (excluding breaks) and/or optional day excursions; flat or slightly hilly terrain using well kept paths.
Cycling levels:
Easy biking in nearly flat landscape; also possible for people with little or no bicycle experience. The daily distances are approximately 30-50 km in general. Bicycles with up to 3 gears can do the job. All our adult rental bikes have at least 21 gears.
Level 2:
Walking levels:
Moderate day walks, 4-5 hours per day (excluding breaks) on hilly to mountainous areas using well kept, sometimes stony paths.
Cycling levels:
Biking on gently undulating terrain, you may encounter short climbs from time to time. The daily distances vary between 30 and 65 km. A bicycle with minimum 7 gears will do. All our rental bikes have at least 21 gears.
Level 2:
Walking levels:
Moderate day walks, 4-5 hours per day (excluding breaks) on hilly to mountainous areas using well kept, sometimes stony paths.
Cycling levels:
Biking on gently undulating terrain, you may encounter short climbs from time to time. The daily distances vary between 30 and 65 km. A bicycle with minimum 7 gears will do. All our rental bikes have at least 21 gears.
Level 2:
Walking levels:
Moderate day walks, 4-5 hours per day (excluding breaks) on hilly to mountainous areas using well kept, sometimes stony paths.
Cycling levels:
Biking on gently undulating terrain, you may encounter short climbs from time to time. The daily distances vary between 30 and 65 km. A bicycle with minimum 7 gears will do. All our rental bikes have at least 21 gears.
Level 3:
Walking levels:
Trips with strenuous day walks or trekking in mountainous areas. 5 to 7 hours walking maximum per day, sometimes carrying backpacks with stuff for one night; height differences between 500 & 1000 m. per day
Cycling levels:
Strenuous biking trips in areas where you cannot avoid steep slopes. Some bicycle experience in short trips is needed. The daily distances range from 30 up to 75 km.
Level 3:
Walking levels:
Trips with strenuous day walks or trekking in mountainous areas. 5 to 7 hours walking maximum per day, sometimes carrying backpacks with stuff for one night; height differences between 500 & 1000 m. per day
Cycling levels:
Strenuous biking trips in areas where you cannot avoid steep slopes. Some bicycle experience in short trips is needed. The daily distances range from 30 up to 75 km.
Level 3:
Walking levels:
Trips with strenuous day walks or trekking in mountainous areas. 5 to 7 hours walking maximum per day, sometimes carrying backpacks with stuff for one night; height differences between 500 & 1000 m. per day
Cycling levels:
Strenuous biking trips in areas where you cannot avoid steep slopes. Some bicycle experience in short trips is needed. The daily distances range from 30 up to 75 km.
Level 4:
Walking levels:
Trips with heavy excursions in high mountains, sometimes carrying backpacks with stuff for several nights. 6 to 8 hours maximum per day; height differences up to 1200 meters per day; only for participants with an excellent condition and without fear of heights.
Cycling levels:
Serious and strenuous biking trips in mountainous area, the slopes are longer and/or steeper than at the previous category. Requires a good physical condition, a broad cycling experience and adequate mountain climbing bicycle. The daily distances range between 30 and 80 km.
Level 4:
Walking levels:
Trips with heavy excursions in high mountains, sometimes carrying backpacks with stuff for several nights. 6 to 8 hours maximum per day; height differences up to 1200 meters per day; only for participants with an excellent condition and without fear of heights.
Cycling levels:
Serious and strenuous biking trips in mountainous area, the slopes are longer and/or steeper than at the previous category. Requires a good physical condition, a broad cycling experience and adequate mountain climbing bicycle. The daily distances range between 30 and 80 km.
Level 4:
Walking levels:
Trips with heavy excursions in high mountains, sometimes carrying backpacks with stuff for several nights. 6 to 8 hours maximum per day; height differences up to 1200 meters per day; only for participants with an excellent condition and without fear of heights.
Cycling levels:
Serious and strenuous biking trips in mountainous area, the slopes are longer and/or steeper than at the previous category. Requires a good physical condition, a broad cycling experience and adequate mountain climbing bicycle. The daily distances range between 30 and 80 km.
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Duration: 4 days
Details
Walking Rome
Rome is ... the eternal city. Eternally enchanting, eternally inspiring, eternally magical. Since its origins in 753 BCE, Rome has been the site of history's most memorable moments. Take a stroll through the exquisite Imperial Forum, where Julius Caesar once roamed, and walk along amazing cobblestone roads leading you to the captivating Coliseum, the timeless Trevi Fountain and the celebrated Pantheon. You will explore beyond the Roman Walls as well, along the legendary Via Appia Antica to discover phenomenal tombs, early Christian catacombs and the mesmerizing ancient city of Ostia Antica. You'll pinch yourself as you walk into brilliance.
Itinerary
Expand itinerary Collapse itineraryDay 1: Arrival in Rome
Feel the timelessness of this magical city as you step out to explore the charming cobblestone streets leading you from piazza to piazza - including the romantic Trevi Fountain and the characteristic Spanish Steps. You'll encounter such picturesque staples of Roman life such as gelato, Italian ice cream, or the fresh flower market at Campo dei Fiori. Immerse yourself in Roman eternity.
Challenge: Arrival in Rome
Villages along the way: Rome
Day 2: Via Appia Antica and the Archeobus
All roads lead to Rome - and from Rome. The Archeobus, an archeologically-friendly bus, takes you beyond the Roman Walls along one of the original consular roads. Step off the bus at the ancient Appian Way, where you will sense the vastness of the catacombs, wide grassy areas under which you find tunnels of burial grounds, truly a site to behold.
Challenge: Archeological discoveries and ancient visions
Villages along the way: Rome
Day 3: A stroll through Ancient Rome
In ancient times, Rome was also a hustling, bustling city. Be pulled in by the magnetism of such historical masterpieces as the Coliseum and the Roman forum, boasting the power and might of imperial times. Stroll though the treasures of the Palatine Hill, where Augustus, Rome's first emperor, was born and marvel on your own personal discovery of past and present roman times.
Challenge: walk through captivating ancient Rome
Villages along the way: Rome
Day 4: Ostia Antica and Arrivederci Roma
We suggest a late departure so you make an expedition down to Ostia Antica on the local train. Ostia was founded in the 7th century BCE and was the harbour of ancient Rome. The town is remarkably well preserved, withstanding barbaric invasions and the test of time, offering views of incredible mosaics and a Roman theatre. Bask in the essence of life under the Roman Empire. Ostia Antica is not far from Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" airport so you can take a taxi to the airport.
Challenge: visit an ancient Roman city, still intact
Villages along the way: Rome, Ostia Antica
Practical info
Included:
- 3 night accommodation on bed and breakfast basis in centrally located 3 star hotel with private bathroom
- Archeobus service ticket with reservation
- 24-hour telephone assistance, just a phone call away
- Details maps and road book in English
Not Included:
- Flights and public transportation
- Travel insurance
- Admissions and entrance fees of any kind (except Archeobus ticket)
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, phone calls, extra transfers, taxi etc.
- Any items that have not been specifically mentioned in the program
Optional Services:
- Additional night/s at the accommodation in Rome
- Airport arrival and/or departure transfers
- Guided tour of Rome with a local private city guide
- Hotel Upgrade
Extra Overnight:
Additional night/s in Rome or any other destination in Italy
Getting there and back:
The best city to fly into is Rome, to one of its two commercial airports: Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport, major international airport, or Ciampino, smaller and serviced more by low-cost European airlines. There are regular buses and trains which go to Rome's main Termini train station, and from there you can walk or take a taxi to the hotel.
Dogs on the trip:
Unfortunately dogs are not allowed on this trip.
Reviews
Start: Rome
Finish: Rome
Dates & prices
Trip availability: From 01 January to 31 December
| Dates of the trip | Price |
|---|---|
| triple room, standard: | 200 €/person |
| twin room, standard: | 230 €/person |
| triple room, superior: | 230 €/person |
| double room, standard: | 230 €/person |
| twin room, superior: | 260 €/person |
| double room, superior: | 260 €/person |
| single room, standard: | 355 €/person |
| solo, standard single room: | 375 €/person |
| single room, superior: | 395 €/person |
| solo, single room, superior: | 420 €/person |
| Dates of the trip | Price |
|---|---|
| triple room, standard: | 270 €/person |
| triple room, superior: | 300 €/person |
| twin room, standard: | 315 €/person |
| double room, standard: | 315 €/person |
| twin room, superior: | 355 €/person |
| double room, superior: | 355 €/person |
| single room, standard: | 500 €/person |
| solo, standard single room: | 525 €/person |
| single room, superior: | 545 €/person |
| solo, single room, superior: | 565 €/person |
| Dates of the trip | Price |
|---|---|
| triple room, standard: | 200 €/person |
| triple room, superior: | 230 €/person |
| twin room, standard: | 230 €/person |
| double room, standard: | 230 €/person |
| twin room, superior: | 260 €/person |
| double room, superior: | 260 €/person |
| single room, standard: | 355 €/person |
| solo, standard single room: | 375 €/person |
| single room, superior: | 395 €/person |
| solo, single room, superior: | 420 €/person |
| Dates of the trip | Price |
|---|---|
| triple room, standard: | 270 €/person |
| triple room, superior: | 300 €/person |
| twin room, standard: | 315 €/person |
| double room, standard: | 315 €/person |
| twin room, superior: | 355 €/person |
| double room, superior: | 355 €/person |
| single room, standard: | 500 €/person |
| solo, standard single room: | 525 €/person |
| single room, superior: | 545 €/person |
| solo, single room, superior: | 565 €/person |
| Dates of the trip | Price |
|---|---|
| triple room, standard: | 200 €/person |
| triple room, superior: | 230 €/person |
| twin room, standard: | 230 €/person |
| double room, standard: | 230 €/person |
| twin room, superior: | 260 €/person |
| double room, superior: | 260 €/person |
| single room, standard: | 355 €/person |
| solo, standard single room: | 375 €/person |
| single room, superior: | 395 €/person |
| solo, single room, superior: | 420 €/person |
| Dates of the trip | Price |
|---|---|
| triple room, standard: | 270 €/person |
| triple room, superior: | 300 €/person |
| twin room, standard: | 315 €/person |
| double room, standard: | 315 €/person |
| double room, superior: | 355 €/person |
| twin room, superior: | 355 €/person |
| single room, standard: | 500 €/person |
| solo, standard single room: | 525 €/person |
| single room, superior: | 545 €/person |
| solo, single room, superior: | 565 €/person |