Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Brasov?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Brasov or Olympos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Brasov or Olympos, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Brasov or Olympos?
Brasov
Brasov is a mountain resort city in the region of Transylvania in Romania, surrounded by the Carpathian Mountains and best known for its medieval architecture and history.
Olympos
Olympos was an ancient city in Lycia, situated in a river valley near the coast. Its ruins are located south of the modern town Cirali in the Kumluca district of Antalya Province, Turkey. An important Lycian city in the 2nd century BC, Olympos is more famous these days for being the beach resort of choice for backpackers. Staying in an Olympos 'tree house' at one of the dozen-or-so camps that line the path to the ruins and beach has long been the stuff of travel legend. The former hippy-trail hot-spot has been considerably renovated in past years and during summer can be pretty overcrowded. Olympos offers good value and an up-for-it party atmosphere in a lovely setting.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Romania, The Best Budget Tours to Romania, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Turkey, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBrasov $85Olympos $91
The average daily cost (per person) in Brasov is $85, while the average daily cost in Olympos is $91. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Brasov and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBrasov $24Olympos $34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBrasov $48Olympos $68
Compare Hotels in Brasov and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Brasov or Olympos? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Brasov Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Brasov $20Olympos $24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brasov
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brasov:
- Brasov to Bucharest - Private Guided Transfer - Car and Driver: $286
- Private Transfer: Bran Castle of Dracula to Bucharest: $262
- Airport Transfer Bucharest -Brasov or Brasov - Bucharest: $239
- Brasov to Bucharest Otopeni Airport private transfer: $190
- Private Transfer from Brasov to Bucharest, 2h of Sightseeing, Local Driver: $190
- Airport Transfer: Brasov to Bucharest Airport OTP by Business Car: $165
- Bran Castle of Dracula Yourself : Private Round-Trip Transfer from Brasov City: $95
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Suluada Boat Trip With Lunch & Transfer From Belek,Antalya,Kemer: $11
- Suluada ( Maldives ) Boat Trip with Lunch and Transfer: $12
- Mega Star Party Boat Trip From Kemer With Lunch And Transfer: $12
- Kemer Full Day Pirate Boat Trip with Lunch and Optional Transfer: $14
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip with transfer from Belek: $17
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip With Lunch & Free Hotel Transfer: $20
- Land of Legends Night Show with Round Transfer from Kemer: $20
- Kemer Mega Star Boat Trip With Hotel Transfer and Lunch : $20
- Kemer Suluada Boat Tour (Maldives of Turkey) With Hotel Transfer: $20
- Suluada Boat Tour From Antalya (Maldives of Turkey) with Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $23
- Land of Legends Night Show Roundtrip Transfer from Kemer: $27
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $35
Is it cheaper to fly into Brasov or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Brasov change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayBrasov $48Olympos $40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brasov
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Brasov.
- Brasov Bites and Sights Food Tour Authentic Romanian Flavors: $89
- Enjoy Traditional Romanian Cooking in Brasov: $103
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Olympos
For Olympos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sunset Party Boat GONSTER : with Dinner, Wine ,Beer & Soft Drinks: $48
- Fire of Anatolia Dance Show Dinner and Transfer from Kemer: $103
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Brasov $10Olympos $23
Tours and Activities in Brasov
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Brasov are as follows:
- BV02 - Private Tour Around Brașov:Castles, Fortresses & Legends: $167
- PIATRA CRAIULUI NATIONAL PARK eBike tour(BRASOV): $95
- 3 Castle:Peles ,Bran,Cantacuzino Tour from Brasov /Hotel pickup : $107
- BV05 -Day Private Hiking Tour & Bear Watching in the Carpathians : $161
- Bear Sanctuary, Bran Castle & Food Tasting Half Day Tour: $90
- Bears Sanctuary, Dracula Castle and Poiana Brasov-Private day tour from Brasov: $98
- Bran Castle Skip the Line Ticket with Audio Guide: $49
- Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress Tour from Brasov with Optional Peles Castle Visit: $55
- Bran Castle and more options tour from Brasov: $65
- Bran Castle, Bear Sanctuary and Palinca from Brasov with Tickets: $226
- Bran and Peles Castles, Bear Sanctuary and Palinca Tasting with Tickets: $262
- Brasov City Guided Walking Tour for Small Group: $60
Tours and Activities in Olympos
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Olympos.
- Kemer Turkish Bath Experience With Oil Massage: $15
- Kemer Quad Safari Experience at Goynuk Canyon: $18
- Day Tour to Suluada by Boat : $18
- Medusa 3 Islands Boat Tour from Kemer Foam Party and Free Lunch: $20
- Full Day Rafting Experience From Kemer: $20
- Goynuk Canyon Party Bus Tour with optional Water Adventure: $20
- Sea, Sun, and Flavor: Adrasan Boat Tour + Free Lunch Included!: $24
- Kemer Boat Tour from Antalya with Swim,Foam Party&Lunch Included: $28
- Kemer Turkish Bath Experience With Oil Massage : $30
- Kemer Rafting, Jeep Safari, Zipline, Buggy Safari Combo Tour: $35
- Quad Off Road Safari Tour Kemer: $37
- 9 Hours Rafting, Buggy Safari and Zipline Adventure from Kemer: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBrasov $8.46Olympos $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Brasov
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Brasov:
- Bran (Dracula) Castle, Bear Sanctuary, Rasnov Fortress & Palinca Distillery: $113
- Azuga wine tasting on a day trip from Brasov: $145
When comparing the travel costs between Brasov and Olympos, we can see that Olympos is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Brasov Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Brasov or Olympos?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Brasov or Olympos in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Brasov as well as Olympos.
Brasov is cooler than Olympos in the summer. The daily temperature in Brasov averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Olympos fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Olympos. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Brasov this time of the year. In the summer, Brasov often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Brasov gets 288 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun.
Brasov usually gets more rain in July than Olympos. Brasov gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBrasov 23°C (73°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Brasov or Olympos in the Autumn?
Both Olympos and Brasov are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In the autumn, Brasov is much colder than Olympos. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Brasov in October average around 13°C (55°F), and Olympos averages at about 20°C (68°F).
It's quite sunny in Olympos. Brasov usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during autumn. Brasov gets 187 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Brasov usually receives more rain than Olympos. Brasov gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBrasov 13°C (55°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Brasov or Olympos in the Winter?
Both Olympos and Brasov during the winter are popular places to visit.
The weather in Brasov can be very cold. In January, Brasov is generally much colder than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Brasov average around -1°C (30°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In the winter, Brasov often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Brasov gets 85 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun.
Brasov usually gets more rain in January than Olympos. Brasov gets 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBrasov -1°C (30°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Brasov or Olympos in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Brasov and Olympos.
Brasov is cooler than Olympos in the spring. The daily temperature in Brasov averages around 12°C (54°F) in April, and Olympos fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Olympos this time of the year. Brasov usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during spring. Brasov gets 188 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Brasov usually receives more rain than Olympos. Brasov gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBrasov 12°C (54°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Brasov
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -1°C (30°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 1°C (34°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (54°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (66°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (55°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (44°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 1°C (35°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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