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“Award-winning for its artisan approach to outdoor experiences in Italy, Nature of Sal crafts each hike with meticulous care – personally tested, inspected, and planned. With small groups, certified multilingual guides, a strong safety focus, and sustainable actions like the free HikeLine train-access map, every detail is curated – from logistics to local partnerships – offering seamless, eco-friendly adventures rooted in authenticity and excellence.”

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Diana
Luxury services for a very affordable price! We booked the Roman Aqueducts private tour with Sal and we got a perfect walk through beautiful and timeless Roman landscape. Sal is ...
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Diana
Luxury services for a very affordable price! We booked the Roman Aqueducts private tour with Sal and we got a perfect walk through beautiful and timeless Roman landscape. Sal is a very attentive guide but keeps an alert pace so we didn't get bored or tired. We highly recommend this tour for all ages and backgrounds.
Diana
Diana
Jugravu Doris
We had an absolutely fantastic experience with Sal as our trekking guide on a city trekking route exploring the Roman aqueducts. From the very beginning, the trip was...
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Jugravu Doris
We had an absolutely fantastic experience with Sal as our trekking guide on a city trekking route exploring the Roman aqueducts.From the very beginning, the trip was exceptionally well organized. Sal provided detailed instructions on how to reach the meeting point, promptly answered all our questions, and made sure everyone felt prepared and comfortable. Along the route, he guided us safely through busy traffic areas, looking out for us with great care and attention.What truly made the experience outstanding was Sal's incredible knowledge and passion. He brought the history of the Roman aqueducts to life through fascinating stories, architectural insights, and even biological and environmental observations. Using digital tools and visual aids, he helped us better understand the remarkable craftsmanship and engineering achievements of the Romans. He had all the important dates at his fingertips, shared captivating historical details, and painted a vivid picture of daily life in the Roman Empire.The tour was much more than a history lesson. We also stopped for coffee and enjoyed engaging conversations about life in Rome, nature and the environment, mountains, and volcanoes—all while surrounded by the three major aqueducts and their extraordinary history.Sal is captivating, fun, professional, and exceptionally well prepared. His enthusiasm is contagious, and it is clear that he genuinely loves what he does. His passion, knowledge, and attention to detail made this a memorable experience for all of us.We wholeheartedly recommend Sal to anyone looking for an insightful and enjoyable tour, and we will definitely be reaching out to him again for future trips.
Jugravu Doris
Jugravu Doris
Nino Gogsadze
I usually prefer independent hiking, but Salvatore offers something special: authentic small-group, interesting and beautiful routes, and the reassurance of being led by a highly knowledgeable + passionate nature lover guide. ...
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Nino Gogsadze
I usually prefer independent hiking, but Salvatore offers something special: authentic small-group, interesting and beautiful routes, and the reassurance of being led by a highly knowledgeable + passionate nature lover guide. Absolutely recommended!
Nino Gogsadze
Nino Gogsadze
alla skvortsova
What a wonderful and unconventional experience to explore Lazio and surroundings of Rome! Sal is very organized, professional nature guide. From the get go, Sal was on top of communication ...
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alla skvortsova
What a wonderful and unconventional experience to explore Lazio and surroundings of Rome! Sal is very organized, professional nature guide. From the get go, Sal was on top of communication and accommodation of all my requests. He made me feel super safe and was willing to work with me on the route because of my foot injury I sustained prior. Our hike was filled with great geo and historical facts about the area, expert tips and laughter. Overall, it's such a great experience and I'm looking forward to returning soon and going on a new adventure! Grazie mille, Sal! A presto!
alla skvortsova
alla skvortsova
Natalia Rodríguez
Sal is such a great guide! He gives really clear info and several updates before the trip. He takes the safety of the participants and respect for nature and the ...
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Natalia Rodríguez
Sal is such a great guide! He gives really clear info and several updates before the trip. He takes the safety of the participants and respect for nature and the environment really seriously. I will definitely join him again for another awesome hiking experience
Natalia Rodríguez
Natalia Rodríguez
William Maeglin
Great tour! Sal was an excellent guide, very knowledgeable and conversant, told us and showed us a lot of big and little details about the aqueducts and the surrounding neighborhoods, ...
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William Maeglin
Great tour! Sal was an excellent guide, very knowledgeable and conversant, told us and showed us a lot of big and little details about the aqueducts and the surrounding neighborhoods, from the Etruscan era up through the modern times. Very manageable 5.5 - 5.75 mile walk through the neighborhoods and the parks surrounding the aqueducts. Definitely highly recommend it! Thanks Sal!
William Maeglin
William Maeglin
Jake Thompson
Thoroughly enjoyed Sal’s guided walk/hike yesterday around the area of Marziana. The group was taken care of before, during and after the hike with clear information regarding logistics...
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Jake Thompson
Thoroughly enjoyed Sal’s guided walk/hike yesterday around the area of Marziana. The group was taken care of before, during and after the hike with clear information regarding logistics and his passionate interpretations on various topics like history, geology and conservation. Great energy and you can tell he loves his profession! Would definitely recommend him for anyone that wants a deeper appreciation of the nature around you. All the best Sal, Sjáumst eftir á Ísland 🇮🇸 🤗
Jake Thompson
Jake Thompson
Fadi Salem
since I moved here to Rome, I wanted to get back to hiking but I couldn't find a nice one with a nice group, till I participated in a hike ...
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Fadi Salem
since I moved here to Rome, I wanted to get back to hiking but I couldn't find a nice one with a nice group, till I participated in a hike with the nature of Sal, Sal is a very professional guide with a lot of experience and well information, my first hike in Rome was with him, it was a very nice experience and I'm very excited to participate in future marches.
Fadi Salem
Fadi Salem
Sonia Massai
The very best one could possibly expect from a hiking expedition!! Sal picks the most stunning trails; he checks them out regularly and looks after each one of his hikers...
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Sonia Massai
The very best one could possibly expect from a hiking expedition!! Sal picks the most stunning trails; he checks them out regularly and looks after each one of his hikers on the day, so you feel you’re in very safe hands even if you don’t have a lot of hikes under your belt; and he cracks the best jokes and hands out glucose sticks to lift your spirits when / if your energy levels begin to flag. What more could one wish for?! I strongly recommend Sal as an amazing guide!
Sonia Massai
Sonia Massai
Alexander Chetsas
In May of 2025, Sal led me on a hike of Monte Gennaro. He was a complete professional from the planning stages, to picking me from my hotel, going over safety ...
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Alexander Chetsas
In May of 2025, Sal led me on a hike of Monte Gennaro. He was a complete professional from the planning stages, to picking me from my hotel, going over safety protocols with me and getting me back to the hotel lobby safely. He chose a hiking trail that was perfect for my level of fitness and let me set the pace in his wonderful, unassuming way. The hike was gorgeous and even included a sojourn through a pastoral meadow where we got to watch wild horses and say hello to some friendly cows. Of course, the views from the summit were stunning.On top of everything, Sal was simply great to spend time and talk with. His care for our natural resources was obvious and you can tell he loves sharing special places like this with everyone.When I was in Rome I was there for work and had very little free time. I was fortunate to find the right person for a great adventure on that day.I would do another hike with Sal alongside my family, friends or colleagues tomorrow if I could.
Alexander Chetsas
Alexander Chetsas
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FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about guided hiking near Rome and other regions of Italy answered:

When are tours offered?

Urban hikes run daily. 

Weekend Specials run Saturday and Sunday.

Note that they are by online booking only. Tours run, whether we get 1 booking, or 20.

I'd like to join but I don't have a car. What should I do?

You don’t need a car to join our Urban hikes and hikes that are accessible by train.

For our experiences that require transport, it’s good to know that we facilitate car pooling if possible. However, we recommend also checking out this post for options for those that do not own a car.

Carpooling & Shared Travel Costs

For hikes accessible only by car, we encourage participants to carpool. This helps reduce costs, environmental impact, and makes the experience more social.

  • Cost Sharing: It is standard practice to share fuel and highway toll expenses with the other passengers. Costs are calculated based on the number of payable seats in the car, regardless of whether the car is fully occupied. 

  • Calculation Method: We use the Michelin Route Planner to estimate total travel costs, including fuel and tolls. Costs are calculated from the meeting point to the hike location.

  • Payment: Payment is made directly to the driver on the day of the hike. We do not handle these payments ourselves.

  • Transparency: Estimated costs for each experience are displayed on the hike page. These are indicative and may vary slightly depending on actual conditions.

Note: This is a cost-sharing arrangement, not a transportation service. Drivers are volunteers, and no formal transport service is provided.

Is it a big group on your hikes?

Our community hikes and daily tours are small group experiences only, with a maximum of 10 people. For private events (e.g. team building) and collaborations with universities and institutions, we can also cater to bigger groups.

Do you offer student discounts?

For some experience, we do offer student discounts – simply get in touch to learn more.

 

What is your cancellation policy?

We will send you a full refund if you cancel 48 hours before the tour begins. 

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