It's 5:18 pm and the bus has stopped services for the day, this location! WHAT!!! We were about to…read morejump on to head back to our apartment. It was about $130.00 a person and they have stopped serving for the day, this bus. The woman just informed us another bus "that wants to work" will be back around in 30 minutes. BAD SERVICE! That's how we were treated! DON'T pick Omnia bus service while you are in Rome! We arrived on Monday evening and did not activate our passes for the until today, Wednesday! NO MORE SERVING FOR THE BUS WE JUST WANTED TO USE @ Rome, Termini! Pick the Big Red Bus, we used that bus service in Paris, France about 4 days ago and the service was AWESOME!

Tour dragged out a little but it was definitely great that we didn't wait in line. The guy seemed…read morevery knowledgable. This is the only way to do it since otherwise you would be waiting a long time. I would suggest ordering the tickets in advance to save some money.

A must do in Rome. Highly recommend the guided tour. There is so much history that unless you…read moreknow it yourself, you'll miss out on a lot of the details and what made the paintings and sculptures so important to what you see today. The Vatican museum and St Peter's is huge. I was not expecting the size of it. The tour took around 4 hours with lots of steps up and down and around. If you have half a day, go see it.

Goooooo book! Just do it! The service is horrible, no one…read morehere likes their job, wait. I'm wrong the security in the room with the mummies like their jobs and the young lady on the upper switching out the listening devices., but it's still worth seeing with your own eyes. The price point is reasonable, it's clean and something you should see with your own eyes.

We had a great tour guide in Ali! Very helpful, great pace, and gave us interesting history…read more I would have never thought seeing Rome by bicycle would have been fun - but it really was! Nothing like biking up to the Colosseum! Would definitely recommend! 10/10!

We spent about a week in Rome last month and booked three guided tours: one for Vatican City, one…read morefor the Forum and Colosseum, and this one with Top Bike Rental and Tours, built around the ancient Appian Way. Of the three, the bike tour was the longest and the least mandatory, for lack of a better word. It was also one of the best things we did on our entire vacation. I picked this tour because it was highly rated on various travel sites and my husband Matt B. is an avid cyclist. It was a six-hour, 17-mile tour of Appian Way, the Catacombs of Saint Calixtus, and the Park of the Aqueducts, 9AM to 3PM with a stop for a casual lunch. I booked it for our one Sunday in Rome, when Appian Way would be closed to car traffic. We went to Top Bike on Sunday morning, which looked like a comprehensive bike rental joint in addition to a tour company. It was a big place, and there were a few small groups gathering, all us tourists getting assigned bikes and guides. We had the great luck of landing in Nima's group, with three other couples. He gave us a brief, informative orientation and we were on our way. I didn't really know what to expect from this tour (my fault/laziness, not theirs) and had been a bit apprehensive about the amount of biking involved. I'd never ridden an e-bike before, and if I had, I would not have been worried. I wouldn't even say we got exercise on that 17-mile ride. The only challenging part was the uneven terrain of Appian Way. I could see that being an issue for small children or frail seniors, but otherwise anyone who can pedal and balance can go on this tour. And they absolutely should. The tour was incredible. Nima was a wonderful guide, so warm and knowledgeable and conscientious. It can't be easy leading a bunch of bumbling tourists on e-bikes, many of them retirees, on a route that takes them through city streets. But he was great, responsible and watchful while we rode. He was equally impressive as a tour guide, imparting a wealth of knowledge at every stop. We stopped frequently, seeing, among other jaw-dropping sights we pedaled right past, the Basilica Santi Giovanni e Paolo, the Mausoleo di Cecilia, and the Chiesa di San Nicola a Capo di Bove. Nima told us about the gates and walls leading into Rome, and the Baths of Caracalla, which we waved at as we crossed the street a quarter-mile away. The three main attractions were as advertised, and we started with the catacombs tour, an optional add-on that I would definitely recommend. (You can book a four-hour version of the same tour that skips the catacombs, but hey, when in Rome.) Nima and Top Bike weren't involved in this leg, other than buying the tickets and getting us there, but it was fantastic, very worth our while. The catacombs were on Appian Way, which was apparently the place to be buried if you had money and status in ancient Rome. The heart of our tour took us along this road, over 2,000 years old and still in remarkable condition. We biked over stones marked with grooves from chariot wheels. We stopped for a casual lunch that was much better and less haphazard than I'd expected, at a pay-by-weight pizzeria called Pizza Gege. Then we went to the Park of the Aqueducts. I didn't know anything about Roman aqueducts, and when I booked this tour, I was only mildly curious why we'd be visiting a park devoted to them. Turns out aqueducts are a quintessential part of ancient Roman city planning and architecture. They're astonishing and beautiful, and I'll remember biking among them for the rest of my life. I know there's a lot to see in Rome, and a six-hour tour outside the city center might seem like a big commitment. But the Top Bike Rentals Appian Way tour is an A+++ excursion. I'd recommend it to anyone, visiting for any amount of time.

We had a great experience with these guys. Did an Appian Way tour to the aqueducts and a picnic…read morelunch. The market was mostly closed so we didn't get to shop, but Glenn prepared a terrific picnic lunch. Richard was our guide, knowledgeable and safe. We had the E bikes, so you can either pedal or get a pretty significant pedal assist. It's a pretty low-key ride either way a couple of downhill spots where you might want to walk if you're not comfortable bike handling. But this is very accessible ride. And just a lot of fun and interesting.

We had a Sunday morning bicycle tour with Paul (2 adults & 2 teens) in August. We met at their…read morebike shop near the Roman Colosseum. The tour was great. You do NOT need to be in athletic shape. There are many public water fountains in Rome & the water's safe. We covered all the major tourist areas. I would definitely recommend this to a friend. I think the concept of a bicycle tour is better than the hop on/hop off bus.

Simone customized our bike tour of Rome to see the things we wanted. We wanted to see (1) catacombs…read more(2) via appia antica (3) the aqueduct. We saw this - but more and better. Turns out there's more catacombs in Rome and the one we went to was fantastic. There's also more ancient roads than just one. While we did ride on "the one" we also saw two others that were better preserved! I had no idea there were multiple aqueducts. We saw two! Plus got to see inside one. We had done a larger commercial tour before. We will go with Simone if we go back to Rome. He also was very good with our 10 year old girls. He spent time to find a bike that fit them just right (they're super tall and skinny so it wasn't easy). When they needed a break, we went to a cafe to have a local Roman lunch. It was fantastic. While I don't like riding on roads with cars, it's impossible to avoid in Rome. He always made sure we were safe in riding and crossing roads. We did have one problem with one of the bikes. He had a tool kit with him and was able to easily adjust the bike. This is by far my favorite Rome activity of the trip.

My wife and I have been talking about Simone and for the last nine years so there was no way we…read moreweren't going to Rome and not book another tour with him. Simone has incredible insight in all things Rome. Want to hear about Mussolini and WW II, the Caesers, Jewish Ghetto or perhaps the Appian Way? This is the bike tour you need to go on. The price is fair and he's generous with his time.

"My 4 siblings and I just returned from taking our 83 year old mother on her dream trip to Italy…read more She wanted to experience Rome, Venice, Sorrento, and Capri in just a short 12 day vacation window. One would think this would be quite a challenge with these destinations being far apart, especially with the needs of an aging parent. Casa Mia Tours took this challenge head on. Gina, Eleanora and Carolyn gave so much of their time to consult with us about every detail: must see's, train itineraries and tickets, personal van transfer services, restaurants recommendations and reservations, personal tour guides, wine and food tours/tastings, ferry schedules, best spots for desserts and espresso, best walking and shopping neighborhoods, and so much more. Casa Mia Tours created a detailed itinerary for each day of our trip- from where we might want to eat to the schedule of our trains rides and van pick up to our tours for the day. Once we got to Italy, Casa Mia was available to lend a hand in any way to help make our experience as enjoyable as possible. They even helped with an unexpected trip to the ER with our mom! The personalized service from Casa Mia Tours is top notch, 5 stars, the best! Our family memories of this once-in-a-lifetime trip will be with us all forever. Thank you, Casa Mia Tours (Carolyn, Eleanora and Gina) for making this dream trip a reality for all of us, especially our mom. "

If you are planning a trip to Italy, you must consult with Casa Mia and arrange as many activities…read morewith them as possible. They are a one stop shop for everything including food itineraries, cooking classes, food tours and experiences. The thing I love most about this company is that they take time to listen to what you're looking for and cater to exactly what you want. I have taken 2 food tours with Gina and she is extremely knowledgeable and was able to take us to some of the best places for coffee, sweets, cheese, wine, snacks and pizza in Rome. She also booked us dinner reservations at places that are authentic and difficult to reserve. You will never find yourself at a tourist trap as long as you consult with Casa Mia. We also booked a private transfer from the Naples train station to our hotel in Sorrento with them and their driver was on time, easy to locate and extremely friendly. I took a private cooking class in Sorrento with Marcella in her home and it was the best lesson I have ever taken. I learned how to make delicious food and after the lesson, my family joined us to eat the meal we prepared in one of the most beautiful homes I've ever seen in my life. We took a private tour of the Amalfi coast and our driver took us to so many beautiful cities. He made us lunch reservations at a restaurant with the most stunning views of Amalfi that served food created with ingredients grown in their private organic garden located below the restaurant. At each stop, he provided us with recommendations of where to visit in each town. Casa Mia also provided us with recommendations of places to buy food souvenirs, find artisanal gelato, tasty street food and pizzerias in each city we have visited. Do not plan a trip to Italy without consulting with these experts. They will help make sure you have the best time in the most beautiful country in the world. If you are not planning a trip to Italy in the near future, I also highly recommend their online cooking classes. I took many of them during the lockdown in 2020 and learned how to make delicious meals for my family.

Ilenia was a fabulous guide and I had a great tour around Rome. It was fun to see the sights and we…read morecovered so much ground by bike. Thank you!

We highly recommend the Rome Night Segway Tour - it was easily one of the best tours of our lives!…read moreWe were very fortunate to have Marco to ourselves to explore Rome and it was such a fun night. We began at sunset for with a tutorial on how to ride segways, and felt very safe, confident, and comfortable after receiving instruction. The sites were so beautiful at night and Marco had such great knowledge and stories to share with us. He had a really unique way of explaining Roman history that taught me more than I had learned on any other tour. With Marco we visited Trevi Fountain, Navona Square, Pantheon, Spanish Steps, Forum of Traiano, Temple of Hadrian, Palazzo Montecitorio, and Colonna Square. There are elements with VR too! Marco brought this tour to the next level with his personality and service, and it was so exceptional, personal, and memorable! Thank you Marco!!!

Cook with us in Rome was an absolutely fabulous experience. We easily made our reservation by…read moresimply emailing them at cookwithusinrome@gmail.com. This was our favorite activity we did in Rome! The class was very interactive, educational, and entertaining. Gianni was our teacher and he was so much fun. It was all hands on deck so everyone got to practice and make our own servings. Everytime I come to Rome I will do this class again as well as tell anyone I know visiting to make sure to get their reservation at Cook with Us in Rome before they plan anything else! Oh and by the way the food at the end was so delicious!!!

It was so much fun cooking pasta with chef. He was funny and really good at explaining things he…read moretook us to a farmers market and bought stuff and also explained every ingredient I would go back again.

We did a private tour which was expensive but a comprehensive tour of Rome. If you don't have a lot…read moreof time in the city it really is the perfect way to see everything in a day while appreciating it because you have a personal historian explaining everything. There were so many little details and small stories our historian knew that helped us appreciate all the art and architecture even more. We met our tour guide at 9AM and visited the coliseum and Roman Forman and then walked to the Pantheon. We broke for lunch and then headed to the Vatican and St. Peter's Basilica where we spent another four hours with her. I would recommend doing this tour only if you have a short time in Rome. It is very pricey and a group tour would be a much thriftier if you have the luxury of time.

I travelled twice with Bus2Alps this past semester and have found they are complete SCAMMERS who…read moremarket toward study abroad students. You will save 50% or more of your money if you plan trips yourself, not to mention the headache of dealing with this company. On my second trip specifically, I dealt with disgusting accommodations (12 girls to a room, bugs all over) and the bus running 30-60+ minutes late every time we were set to go somewhere. After reaching out to the manager, she repeatedly blamed my expectations on the failures of their company, despite their lack of transparency. My weekends with Bus2Alps were the WORST weekends abroad. Please save yourself the headache and DO NOT book with them at any cost!!!!!!!

DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY! They are handing the COVID-19 pandemic horribly by not refunding their…read morecustomers. Their customers are all young study abroad students and not refunding them is purely taking advantage of them. For future study abroad students, I recommend to avoid using this company!