Which place is cheaper, Heidelberg or Fethiye?
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 Fethiye or Heidelberg?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Fethiye or Heidelberg? 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 Heidelberg?
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.
Heidelberg
Heidelberg, in the state of Baden-Wurttemberg, is a top travel destination in Germany. It's picturesquely situated in the Neckar River Valley and is a wonderful place to spend a few days. The city has a population of over 148,000 and it's home to Germany's oldest university, the Ruprecht-Karls-Universitat, which has a student population of approximately 28,000.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Germany, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Germany.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFethiye $105Heidelberg $198
The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $105, while the average daily cost in Heidelberg is $198. 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 Heidelberg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFethiye $38Heidelberg $109
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFethiye $76Heidelberg $218
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Heidelberg
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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 Heidelberg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fethiye $27Heidelberg $20
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:
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Local Bus$0.21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye
Also for Fethiye, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Fethiye Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $293
- Antalya Calis Beach Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $262
- Paragliding Experience in Fethiye with Roundtrip Transfer: $215
- Private Outdoor Photo Shoot with Hotel Transfer: $141
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Olympos Hotels: $125
- From Oludeniz Paragliding Trip with Transfer: $125
- Antalya Olympos Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $125
- Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $95
- Fethiye City Center Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $90
- Ölüdeniz Butterfly Valley Boat Trip With Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $89
- Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels: $89
- Fethiye Scuba Diving with Transfer, 2 Dives and Lunch: $85
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Heidelberg
Also for Heidelberg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- One Way Private Transfer from Mannheim to Frankfurt : $248
- Airport transfer from Karlsruhe Airport to Baden-Baden: $167
- Badenweiler to Basel Airport (BSL) - Departure Private Transfer: $67
Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Heidelberg?
Prices for flights to both Heidelberg 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
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Food Meals for one dayFethiye $47Heidelberg $76
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fethiye:
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Fruit$0.17
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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 Heidelberg
For Heidelberg, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Frauenbad Magic Dinner with Chris Stark (DE & EN): $155
- Craft Beer and Street Food Tour: $762
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fethiye $30Heidelberg $13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fethiye
For Fethiye, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Paragliding$5.81
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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.
- Fethiye Dalyan Tour River Cruise and Mud Bath: $72
- Ölüdeniz Half Day Scuba Diving Experience: $64
- Ölüdeniz: 2-Hour Tandem Paragliding Experience: $235
- 12 Islands Boat Tour from Fethiye with Grilled Lunch: $56
- 12 Islands Boat Tour in Fethiye: $25
- 7-HourJeep Safari Adventure in Fethiye Turkey: $33
- Babadag Mountain Paragliding Experience with Photos and Videos: $215
- Babadağ Cable Car Ticket with Pickup and Paragliding Options: $49
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $66
- Blue Lagoon Ölüdeniz Tandem Paragliding Experience from Fethiye: $202
- Dalyan Day Trip from Fethiye Including River Cruise, Mud Baths and Iztuzu Beach: $59
- Dalyan Mud Baths and Turtle Beach Day Tour From Fethiye: $65
Tours and Activities in Heidelberg
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Heidelberg.
- 2 1/2h Guided Bicycle Tour Discover Heidelberg: $51
- Alternative Heidelberg Tour.: $82
- Beer and Old Town Tour: $215
- Best of Heidelberg Private Walk Tour with Professional Guide: $270
- Bicycle Tour from Heidelberg to quaint Ladenburg.: $167
- Brunch buffet at the Frauenbad Heidelberg – enjoyment meets experience: $69
- Culinary city tour in Heidelberg with delicious samples: $47
- E.Bike Tours around Heidelberg: $197
- EXPRESS TOUR of Historic Heidelberg - The Highlights in 1 h: $211
- Evening Heidelberg tour with historical night watchman: $19
- Fairytale Heidelberg Castle Tour: $82
- Fascinating Heidelberg Sightseeing Walking Tour : $66
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFethiye $13Heidelberg $20
Sample the Local Flavors in Heidelberg
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Heidelberg:
- Pub crawl through the old town, drinks included: $41
- Private pub crawl with insider-guide & shots: $334
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Heidelberg, we can see that Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Heidelberg?
Heidelberg has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Heidelberg, 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 Heidelberg?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Fethiye or Heidelberg in the Summer?
Both Heidelberg and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Heidelberg because of the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Fethiye is generally a little warmer than Heidelberg. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 28°C (82°F), and Heidelberg fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).
It's quite sunny in Heidelberg. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Heidelberg during summer. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies, while Heidelberg receives 224 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Heidelberg. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Heidelberg receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFethiye 28°C (82°F)Heidelberg 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Heidelberg in the Autumn?
Both Heidelberg and Fethiye during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Heidelberg this time of year.
Fethiye is much warmer than Heidelberg in the autumn. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Heidelberg fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
It's quite sunny in Fethiye. In the autumn, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Heidelberg. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Heidelberg receives 102 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets less rain in October than Heidelberg. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Heidelberg receives 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFethiye 20°C (68°F)Heidelberg 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Heidelberg in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Heidelberg. Also, many travelers come to Heidelberg for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Heidelberg. In the winter, Fethiye is much warmer than Heidelberg. Typically, the winter temperatures in Fethiye in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Heidelberg averages at about 3°C (37°F).
Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Heidelberg during winter. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies, while Heidelberg receives 38 hours of full sun in the winter.
Fethiye gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Heidelberg. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Heidelberg receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFethiye 10°C (50°F)Heidelberg 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Heidelberg in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Heidelberg. Also, many visitors come to Heidelberg in the spring for the natural beauty.
In April, Fethiye is generally a little warmer than Heidelberg. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 16°C (61°F), and Heidelberg fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In the spring, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Heidelberg. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Heidelberg receives 155 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets less rain in April than Heidelberg. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Heidelberg receives 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFethiye 16°C (61°F)Heidelberg 11°C (52°F)
Typical Weather for Heidelberg and Fethiye
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
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