Which place is cheaper, Nice 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 Nice?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Fethiye or Nice? 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 Nice?
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.
Nice
Nice, in the French Riviera, is one of the most popular destinations in France. It's located on the southeast coast along the Mediterranean Sea and is the second largest French city on the Mediterranean. It is an energetic city that attracts all types of vacationers from every age group and demographic. It's the 5th largest city in the country and is the capital of the Alpes Maritimes departement. The metropolitan area has a population of about 1 million.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best 10-Day Tours in France, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFethiye $105Nice $198
The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $105, while the average daily cost in Nice 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 Nice in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFethiye $38Nice $72
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFethiye $76Nice $144
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Nice
Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Nice? 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: Fethiye Hotel Prices and Nice Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fethiye $27Nice $27
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 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 Nice
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nice:
- Nice Intl Airport (NCE): Private Transfer to Cannes hotels: $567
- Private Transfer to Isola: $411
- From Nice Airport Private Transfer to Saint-Tropez: $352
- Private Transfer Nice City or Nice Airport (NCE) to Draguignan: $299
- Transfer - Nice Airport> Monaco: $299
- Nice to Cannes one way Private Transfer: $268
- Nice Cruise Port to Cannes city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $260
- Private Transfer Nice Airport (NCE) to Saint-Aygulf: $239
- Private Transfer From Monaco To Nice With a 2 Hour Stop: $227
- Private Arrival Transfer Nice Airport to Mandelieu La Napoule 23: $224
- Transfer from Antibes to Nice Airport : $215
- Private Transfer from Nice Airport to Frejus: $215
Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Nice?
Prices for flights to both Nice 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 $47Nice $100
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
Typical Food Prices in Nice
Some typical examples of dining costs in Nice are as follows:
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Slushee$2.93
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Strawberries$4.69
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Loaf of Bread$3.75
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nice
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nice.
- Food Tour in Local Flavors & Niçoise Specialties: $59
- Exclusive Food Tour in Menton - 3 hours - small groups: $60
- Nice Food Tour – A Full Taste of French Riviera by Do Eat Better: $91
- Nice Food Tour: Food Tastings & Local Wine Experience in Nice: $96
- Food Tour of Nice with a Passionate Guide: $105
- Nice Small-Group Walking Food Tour with Local Specialties & Wine Tasting: $106
- Secret Food Tour: Nice: $109
- Sunset Food Tour with Full Meal and Wine: $112
- Nice Sunset Food Tour – A Full Taste of France by Do Eat Better: $114
- 3-Course Organic Dinner in Garden with Views of French Riviera: $117
- Viator Exclusive: Local Cooking Class & Dinner with View of Nice: $137
- Half-Day Walking Food Tour in Nice with Lunch: $143
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fethiye $30Nice $14
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.
- 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 Nice
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nice are as follows:
- Half Day Shared Tour in Eze, Monaco and Monte Carlo: $78
- Monaco, Monte-Carlo and Eze Village Small Group Half-Day Tour: $82
- Èze Medieval Village Tour with your Certified Guide: $44
- Èze: Private Village Guided Walking Tour: $256
- 1/2 day tour; Monaco and Eze guided tour, sightseeing: $84
- 2 Hour Walking Tour in the Old Town of Antibes: $30
- 2 Hours Shared Nice City Walking Tour: $5.97
- 2-Hour Guided Tour of Monaco with a certified guide: $55
- 3-Hour Private Tour to Discover Nice and its Heights: $298
- 7 Hills of Nice E-bike Tour with Local Guide: $118
- A Self-Guided Tour Of Nice The UNESCO Heritage City: $9.99
- All-Inclusive Culinary and History Tour of Old Nice with a Local: $155
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFethiye $13Nice $20
Sample the Local Flavors in Nice
Also in Nice, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Private Distillery Day Tour: $11
- 4 Bars Party Pub Crawl + VIP Club Entry & 5 Free Shots: $23
- 4 Bars & 1 Club Fun Bar Crawl Party with Free Shots: $24
- Bar Crawl in Nice the Ultimate Experience with night club: $24
- Private Pub / Bar Crawl Group Size 6-20 people: $27
- Spirits Tasting at the Distillery Le Vadrouilleur: $29
- St. Patrick's Bar Crawl Party, Free Shots & Club Entry: $29
- Halloween Party : Pub Crawl Nice with 5 free shots and Masks: $35
- Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting: $39
- Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting within Nice city borders: $39
- Nice Visit DE Distillery and Tasting DE Local Spirits: $42
- Discover our terroirs and enjoy a cheese and wine tasting: $47
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Nice, we can see that Nice 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 Nice would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nice 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 Nice Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Nice?
Nice has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Nice, 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 Nice?
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 Nice in the Summer?
Both Nice and Fethiye during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Nice for the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Fethiye is a little warmer than Nice. Typically, the summer temperatures in Fethiye in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Nice averages at about 23°C (73°F).
Fethiye usually gets less rain in July than Nice. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Nice receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFethiye 28°C (82°F)Nice 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Nice in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Nice. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Nice because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Fethiye is generally a little warmer than Nice. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 20°C (68°F), and Nice fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
Nice receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Nice. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Nice receives 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFethiye 20°C (68°F)Nice 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Nice in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Nice. Also, the shopping scene and the cuisine are the main draw to Nice this time of year.
Fethiye is a little warmer than Nice in the winter. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Nice fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
Fethiye receives a lot of rain in the winter. Fethiye usually gets more rain in January than Nice. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Nice receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFethiye 10°C (50°F)Nice 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Nice in the Spring?
Both Nice and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Nice for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Fethiye is a little warmer than Nice. Typically, the spring temperatures in Fethiye in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Nice averages at about 13°C (56°F).
In April, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Nice. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Nice receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFethiye 16°C (61°F)Nice 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Nice and Fethiye
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.