A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Fethiye vs. Bergamo for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Fethiye or Bergamo?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Fethiye or Bergamo? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Fethiye or Bergamo?

Fethiye

Fethiye is a tourist town in Lycia on the Mediterranean coast. It has a beautiful marina and plenty of activities during the day or night. Fethiye's size, location, and easy access to transportation make it a great central starting point to explore the area. It's also a popular place to pick up the "Blue Cruise," a popular boat tour along the Mediterranean coast.

Bergamo

The blue horizon, now flush with the pinks and purples of a waning day, cloaks the Alps in a mystic blush, only able to view its peaks through faded outlines. Proud, ancient Romanesque architecture surrounds you, and the city feels no more palpable than that of a summer dream. Bergamo, Italy is located in the Lombardy region, northeast of the Italian city Milan. Deemed a treasure in Northern Italy, Bergamo is divided into two centers: the Alta (upper) city and the Bassa (lower) cities, loosely connected by funicular and walking trails. From its cobblestone streets to its Venetian walls, Bergamo is an ancient Italian paradise with many historic sights to be explored, such as Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore and the grand Cappella Colleoni. Breathtaking views, fine dining, high-tier boutiques and shops - it is no wonder that this beguiling city attracts tourists from all walks of life. Whether you look to explores it fine art museums or simply lounge languidly about a cafe, Bergamo is a city that can bring both divert and delight!

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best 2-Week Tours from Rome, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Italy.


Which place is cheaper, Bergamo or Fethiye?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $105, while the average daily cost in Bergamo is $218. 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 Fethiye and Bergamo in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Fethiye $38
    Bergamo $98
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Fethiye $76
    Bergamo $196
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Bergamo

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Hotels in Fethiye


Hotels in Bergamo


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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: Fethiye Hotel Prices and Bergamo Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Fethiye $27
    Bergamo $38
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:


  • Local Bus
    $0.21

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye

Also for Fethiye, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Fethiye Jeep Safari With Free Hotel Transfer and Lunch: $30
  • Quad Bike Safari Adventure in Fethiye with Transfer Service: $38
  • Private Transfer: Dalaman Airport to Fethiye Göcek Hotels: $41
  • 12 Islands Boat Tour with Lunch and Transfer Option: $47
  • 12 Islands Boat Tour with Lunch and Hotel Transfer: $50
  • Private Departure Transfer From Fethiye Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $52
  • Private Departure Transfer: Fethiye, Oludeniz Region Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $52
  • From Ferry Transfer to Rhodes: $53
  • Fethiye Scuba Diving with Lunch and Transfer: $54
  • Fethiye Horse Riding Experience With Free Hotel Transfer Service: $55
  • Babadag Cable Car Ticket With Fethiye Transfer: $59
  • Fethiye Scuba Diving Trip with Mermaid Diving INCL Lunch-Transfer: $62

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bergamo

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bergamo:

  • Orio: Private Airport Transfer XL To/From Milan City Centre: $350
  • Small-Group Transfer from Bergamo Airport to Trieste: $293
  • Transfer from Bergamo Airport to Koper: $280
  • Orio al Serio: Private Airport Transfer To/From City Centre: $233
  • Private Transfer up to 8 pax from Bergamo Airport BGY to Milan: $203
  • Bergamo to Malpensa Milan Airport MXP Departure Private Transfer: $200
  • Varenna hotels to Milan hotels - Private Transfer : $175
  • Bergamo Airport (BGY) to Bergamo hotels -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $174
  • Bergamo Airport (BGY) to Milan - Arrival Private Transfer: $171
  • Bergamo Airport (BGY) to Bergamo - Arrival Private Transfer: $87
  • Bergamo to Bergamo Airport (BGY) - Departure Private Transfer: $87
  • Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY): Transfer to/from Milan Center: $12

Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Bergamo?

Prices for flights to both Bergamo and Fethiye 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Fethiye $47
    Bergamo $86
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fethiye:


  • Fruit
    $0.17
  • Soda
    $0.07

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fethiye

For Fethiye, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Turkish Cooking Class in a Village Garden: $94

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bergamo

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bergamo.

  • Authentic Taste at the Table Family Recipes Cooking Class: $92
  • Dining Experience at a local's Home in Cernusco sul Naviglio with Show Cooking: $101
  • Dining experience at a local's home in Ranica with cooking demo: $101
  • Dining Experience at a local's Home in Cantù with Show Cooking: $101
  • Dining Experience at a local's Home in Fino Mornasco with Show Cooking: $101
  • Dining Experience at a local's Home in Lomello with Show Cooking: $101
  • Dining Experience at a local's Home in Endine Gaiano with Show Cooking: $101
  • Full meal Food Tour with Local Delights by Do Eat Better: $109
  • Dining experience at a local's home in Bergamo with show cooking: $125
  • Pizza course and tasting on Lake Maggiore: $125
  • Private cooking class at a Cesarina's home with tasting in Bergamo: $154
  • Cesarine: Home Cooking Class & Meal with a Local in Varenna: $173

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Fethiye $30
    Bergamo $39
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fethiye

For Fethiye, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Paragliding
    $5.81
  • Gorge Walk entry and photo
    $0.13

Tours and Activities in Fethiye

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fethiye.

  • Full-Day Jeep Tour w/ Saklikent Visit & Lunch: $21
  • Jeep Safari Tour with Tlos, Saklikent, and Mud Bath: $23
  • Fethiye Jeep Safari Tour Including Lunch: $23
  • 12 Islands Boat Tour in Fethiye: $25
  • Tlos, Yakapark and Countryside Highlights Jeep Tour: $30
  • Quad Safari Adventure from Fethiye: $30
  • 7-HourJeep Safari Adventure in Fethiye Turkey: $33
  • Oludeniz Full Day Boat Cruise with Lunch and Butterfly Valley : $34
  • Full Day Oludeniz Boat Tour in Fethiye: $35
  • Turkish Bath Experience in Fethiye/Oludeniz/Hisaronu : $41
  • Full-Day Boat Tour in Fethiye Islands: $42
  • Jeep Safari Tour with Lunch and Natural Mud Bath: $42

Tours and Activities in Bergamo

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bergamo are as follows:

  • 1-day guided motorcycle tour Lake Lecco and Valsassina: $178
  • Artisan Embroidery Experience in Milan: $60
  • Atalanta The Hero Quest Experience: $5.95
  • Bergamo : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $54
  • Bergamo Old Town Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $5.00
  • Bergamo Street Food Private Tour With A Local Guide: $131
  • Bergamo Top Sights Private and Personalized Guided Walking Tour: $167
  • Digital guide made by a local for your walking tour: $8.35
  • Boat Tour Shared by Varenna : $48
  • Canyoning "Family-Fun" - family friendly Canyoningtour: $79
  • Canyoning "Vione" - advanced Canyoningtour also for sportive beginner: $118
  • Children Daily Ticket for Adventure Park in Gravedona: $36

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Fethiye $13
    Bergamo $27

Sample the Local Flavors in Bergamo

Also in Bergamo, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Panoramic wine tasting in Oltrepò Pavese: $18
  • Wine Tasting and Winery Tour of Oltrepò Pavese Tradition: $37
  • Lake Como Cheese and wine tasting in Valsassina: $51
  • E-Bike Tour with Wine Tasting from Salò: $101
  • Delightful Deluxe Cheese and Wine Tasting from Lake Como : $143


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Bergamo, we can see that Bergamo is more expensive. And not only is Fethiye much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Fethiye would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Fethiye and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Bergamo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bergamo than you might in Fethiye.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fethiye Expensive? and Is Bergamo Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Bergamo?

Bergamo has a larger population, and is about 87% larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Bergamo, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.


When is the best time to visit Fethiye or Bergamo?

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 Fethiye or Bergamo in the Summer?

Both Bergamo and Fethiye during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many visitors come to Bergamo in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Fethiye is a little warmer than Bergamo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Fethiye in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Bergamo averages at about 24°C (75°F).

In Bergamo, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Fethiye. In the summer, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Bergamo. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bergamo receives 286 hours of full sun.

Fethiye usually gets less rain in July than Bergamo. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Bergamo receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Fethiye 28°C (82°F) 
    Bergamo 24°C (75°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Bergamo in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Bergamo. Furthermore, most visitors come to Bergamo for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.

In October, Fethiye is generally a little warmer than Bergamo. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 20°C (68°F), and Bergamo fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).

In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Bergamo during autumn. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies, while Bergamo receives 137 hours of full sun in the autumn.

Bergamo receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Bergamo. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Bergamo receives 103 mm (4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Fethiye 20°C (68°F) 
    Bergamo 14°C (57°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Bergamo in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Bergamo. Additionally, the winter months attract visitors to Bergamo because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

The weather in Bergamo can be very cold. Fethiye is much warmer than Bergamo in the winter. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Bergamo fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).

In the winter, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Bergamo. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bergamo receives 98 hours of full sun.

Fethiye receives a lot of rain in the winter. Fethiye usually gets more rain in January than Bergamo. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Bergamo receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Fethiye 10°C (50°F) 
    Bergamo 2°C (36°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Bergamo in the Spring?

Both Bergamo and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the natural beauty are the main draw to Bergamo this time of year.

In the spring, Fethiye is a little warmer than Bergamo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Fethiye in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Bergamo averages at about 13°C (55°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Bergamo during spring. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Bergamo receives 169 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Bergamo. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Bergamo receives 76 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Fethiye 16°C (61°F) 
    Bergamo 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for Bergamo and Fethiye

Fethiye Bergamo
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (50°F) 114 mm (4.5 in) 2°C (36°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Feb 11°C (52°F) 107 mm (4.2 in) 5°C (40°F) 60 mm (2.3 in)
Mar 13°C (55°F) 77 mm (3 in) 9°C (47°F) 85 mm (3.4 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 13°C (55°F) 76 mm (3 in)
May 20°C (68°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 17°C (63°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Jun 25°C (77°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 21°C (70°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 24°C (75°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Aug 28°C (82°F) 9 mm (0.4 in) 23°C (73°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 19°C (67°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 14°C (57°F) 103 mm (4 in)
Nov 15°C (59°F) 118 mm (4.6 in) 8°C (46°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Dec 12°C (54°F) 124 mm (4.9 in) 3°C (37°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)