Echoes of Eternal Rome: Catacombs, Appian Way & Aqueducts Tour

Descend into Rome’s hidden past on this immersive tour combining sacred history and ancient engineering. Begin inside the Catacombs of Saint Callistos, where quiet corridors lined with frescoes lead you to the solemn Crypt of the Popes, resting place of early Church leaders. Then emerge into the sunlight to walk along the legendary Ancient Appian Way, the “Regina Viarum,” whose original basalt stones still echo the footsteps of centuries. Continue to the impressive Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella (outside), a monumental tomb guarding the road since the 1st century BC. The journey concludes among the grand arches of the Roman Aqueducts, masterpieces of engineering that once carried life-giving water across the empire. Blending archaeology, spirituality, and timeless landscapes, this tour reveals Rome as few ever experience it—layer by layer, from its underground sanctuaries to its enduring monuments.

Catacombs of Saint Callistos (inside) The Crypt of Popes The Ancient Appian Way The Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella (outside) Roman Aqueducts Note: the itinerary may change due to traffic in the city. ATTENTION: - Only inside the catacombs will we join the internal guides because the regulation provides that the management of the tours is entrusted and supervised by internal staff. - On Wednesday instead of the Catacombs of Saint Callisto we will visit the Catacombs of Santa Domitilla. -Please note: generally in all the Roman churches dress code for both men and women requires shoulders and knees to be covered. Shorts and skirts are fine, but below knees. Do not bring large items (e. g. large bags, backpacks, long umbrellas) and glass bottles. -Please write me if there are people with mobility problems and if you use or need a wheelchair. -Please bring a copy of your passport (hard copy or photo on your phone) tickets are nominal and you must show a copy of your documents.