Which place is cheaper, Sintra 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 Sintra?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Fethiye or Sintra? 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 Sintra?
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.
Sintra
Located just 28 kilometers from Lisbon, Sintra is a town that was, for a long time, home to Portuguese royalty leading up to the 1910 revolution. In town you will find a Royal Palace and in the surrounding area there is a Moorish Castle, and the Pena Palace, which dates back to the 19th century. The town is on the Estoril Coast near the Sintra Mountains, making its setting very dramatic, beautiful and picturesque. The surrounding hills are actually designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site because they offer a great combination of both cultural importance and natural beauty.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Budget Tours to Portugal, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFethiye $105Sintra $172
The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $105, while the average daily cost in Sintra is $172. 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 Sintra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFethiye $38Sintra $66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFethiye $76Sintra $132
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Sintra
Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Sintra? 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 Sintra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fethiye $27Sintra $24
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 Sintra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sintra:
- Transfer From Lisboa To Portimão Algarve: $299
- Transfer From Lisboa To Faro Algarve: $299
- Transfer From Lisbon To Albufeira Algarve: $269
- Private San Francisco Transfer: $232
- Transfer From Lisboa to Nazaré: $132
- Transfer Cascais to Lisbon(8pax): $119
- Transfer Cascais to Lisbon(3pax): $107
- Tours and Transfers: $98
- TRANSFER Cascais to Lisbon Airport: $89
- Private Transfer From Lisbon Airport to/from Cascais: $84
- Ericeira Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $66
- Lisbon: Private Transfer to Sintra: $47
Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Sintra?
Prices for flights to both Sintra 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 $47Sintra $86
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 Sintra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Sintra.
- Lisbon Countryside Food Tour on Vintage Car: $103
- Boho Chic Picnic Dinner with Water Views: $109
- DINNER OR TAPAS in a Poruguese Home : $113
- Authentic Portuguese Cooking Experience: $120
- Pastel de Nata or Portuguese Cooking Class in Sintra with Locals: $140
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fethiye $30Sintra $27
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 Sintra
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Sintra are as follows:
- E-Bike Self Guided Tour Sintra & Cabo da Roca : $57
- 19th Century Photography Experience: $48
- 2 Hours Guided Tuk Tuk Tour in Sintra: $78
- 4 hour tour | Sintra, Quinta da Regaleira, Cabo da Roca: $66
- 4x4 Tours in Portuguese Classic Jeeps (UMM) around Sintra: $167
- Almada’s Tale: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Boat tour: charming Cascais Coast to Lisbon lighthouse: $57
- Cascais Coastal EBike Tour: $66
- Cascais Coastal Secrets 90 Minute Cruise with Free Wine and Beer: $57
- Cascais Electric Bike Tour Self-Guided Half-Day Experience: $72
- Cascais to Lisbon Sunset Cruise with Open Bar: $57
- Cascais: Glamour and Decay by The Lisbon Coastline - Private Tour: $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFethiye $13Sintra $20
Sample the Local Flavors in Sintra
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Sintra:
- Half-Day Tour in Cascais / Sintra with Brunch and Wine Tasting: $84
- Wine Tasting Tour: $89
- Half Day in Sintra and Cabo da Roca with Wine Tasting: $90
- From Sintra, Mafra, or Ericeira: Hike and Wine Tour: $100
- Lisbon Region Wine Tour: Mafra & Ericeira + Hotel Pick-Up: $197
- PRIVATE TOUR WINE TASTING QUINTA BACALHÔA & JOSÉ MARIA FONSECA (Setubal Region): $233
- Hidden Gems: Sintra & Cascais Private Tour with Wine Tasting: $316
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Sintra, we can see that Sintra 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 Sintra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sintra 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 Sintra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Sintra?
Fethiye has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Sintra. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Sintra, 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 Sintra?
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 Sintra in the Summer?
Both Sintra and Fethiye during the summer are popular places to visit.
Fethiye is a little warmer than Sintra in the summer. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Sintra fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In Sintra, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Fethiye. In the summer, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Sintra. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sintra receives 352 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets more rain in July than Sintra. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Sintra receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFethiye 28°C (82°F)Sintra 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Sintra in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Sintra.
In the autumn, Fethiye is around the same temperature as Sintra. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Fethiye in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Sintra averages at about 19°C (66°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Sintra this time of the year. In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Sintra during autumn. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies, while Sintra receives 213 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Sintra. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Sintra receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFethiye 20°C (68°F)Sintra 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Sintra in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Sintra.
In January, Fethiye is generally cooler than Sintra. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 10°C (50°F), and Sintra fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
In the winter, Fethiye often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Sintra. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sintra receives 144 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Sintra. Fethiye receives a lot of rain in the winter. Fethiye usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Sintra. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Sintra receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFethiye 10°C (50°F)Sintra 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Sintra in the Spring?
Both Sintra and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
Fethiye is around the same temperature as Sintra in the spring. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Sintra fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
It's quite sunny in Sintra. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Sintra during spring. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Sintra receives 235 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Sintra. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Sintra receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFethiye 16°C (61°F)Sintra 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Sintra and Fethiye
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 108 mm (4.3 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.