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

Should you visit Fethiye or Trieste?

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

Should I visit Fethiye or Trieste? 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 Trieste?

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.

Trieste

Located on the northeast Italian coast next to the Adriatic Sea, Trieste is a city characterized by its European charm, ancient architecture, and striking sea views. Its art, music, history, and culture also take some influence from the Austro-Hungarian Empire, boasting many Slavic traditions and empire-era architecture.

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


Which place is cheaper, Trieste 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 Trieste is $145. 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 Trieste in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Fethiye $38
    Trieste $65
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Fethiye $76
    Trieste $130
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Trieste

Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Trieste? 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.

Hotels in Fethiye


Hotels in Trieste


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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 Trieste Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Fethiye $27
    Trieste $21
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:

  • VIP Transfer from Dalaman Airport to Gocek Fethiye and Oludeniz: $83
  • Turkey Fethiye Dalaman Airport Transfer with Private Car: $80
  • Tickets to Orka World Waterpark with Hotel Transfer in Fethiye: $65
  • Quad Bike Safari Adventure in Fethiye with Transfer Service: $38
  • Private Transfer: Dalaman Airport to Fethiye Göcek Hotels: $41
  • Private Departure Transfer: Fethiye, Oludeniz Region Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $52
  • Private Departure Transfer From Fethiye Hotels to Dalaman Airport: $52
  • Private Airport Transfer From/To Dalaman Airport: $66
  • Paragliding Experience in Fethiye with Roundtrip Transfer: $215
  • Luxury Airport Transfer From Fethiye To Dalaman Airport: $65
  • Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $96
  • Full-Day River Rafting Tour in Fethiye with Transfer & Lunch: $76

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Trieste

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

  • Private transfer from Piran to Ljubljana city: $267
  • Venice from Trieste Port - Transfer or Tour for Disembarking Ship: $260
  • Private transfer from Portoroz to Ljubljana city: $257
  • Private transfer from Izola to Ljubljana city: $244
  • Private transfer Trieste Airport from & to Ljubljana: $237
  • Private transfer from Lipica to airport Ljubljana: $234
  • Private Transfer Trieste Port to Venice Marco Polo Airport / City: $215
  • Private direct transfer with local driver from Trieste to Zagreb: $191
  • Transfer from Trieste to Venice Airport: $191
  • Private transfer from Trieste to Pula: $171
  • Private Transfer from Koper Port to Ljubljana Airport (LJU): $167
  • Private transfer from Ilirska Bistrica to Ljubljana city: $166

Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Trieste?

Prices for flights to both Trieste 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
    Trieste $63
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 Trieste

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

  • Unique Food Tour with Local Flavors and Tastings: $90
  • Istria - Truffles: Hunting & Cooking & Tasting, Slovenia: $154
  • 5-Course Food Tour with Electric Bikes: $298

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Fethiye $30
    Trieste $25
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.

  • 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 Trieste

For Trieste, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • The best of Izola walking tour: $108
  • Amazing Private Tour Postojna and Predjama from Portoroz: $210
  • Best Venice Shore Excursion from Trieste Cruise Port: $94
  • Coastal Escape: Izola&Marezige Wine Hills Private tour from Koper: $179
  • Deluxe Venice Shore Excursion from Trieste Cruise Port: $102
  • Experience Trieste: $203
  • Explore highlights of Trieste on a private 3-hour walking tour: $299
  • Flavours of Istria Tasting Experience from Piran or Portoroz or Izola: $137
  • Food & Wine -> Gourmet tour in Piran: $143
  • Full Day Majestic Venice Tour with Canal Ride from Trieste : $105
  • Full Day Venice Tour from Trieste for First Time Cruise Visitors: $92
  • Guided tour of Cividale, a UNESCO site for Lombard history: $238

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Fethiye $13
    Trieste $9.39

Sample the Local Flavors in Trieste

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Trieste:

  • Trip to Stanjel castle wine tasting and gourmet lunch 4 courses from Piran: $143
  • Experience Slovenian Coast line with Wine Tasting from Trieste: $182
  • Wine Tour on the Coast: $293


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Trieste, we can see that Trieste 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 Trieste would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Trieste 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 Trieste Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Trieste?

Trieste has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Trieste, 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 Trieste?

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 Trieste in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Trieste. Also, most visitors come to Trieste for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

In July, Fethiye is generally a little warmer than Trieste. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 28°C (82°F), and Trieste fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Trieste this time of the year. In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Trieste during summer. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies, while Trieste receives 288 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Trieste. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Trieste receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.


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

Should I visit Fethiye or Trieste in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Trieste. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Trieste because of the natural beauty of the area.

Fethiye is a little warmer than Trieste in the autumn. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Trieste fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In the autumn, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Trieste. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Trieste receives 167 hours of full sun.

Fethiye usually gets less rain in October than Trieste. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Trieste receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Fethiye 20°C (68°F) 
    Trieste 16°C (60°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Trieste in the Winter?

Both Trieste and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, the museums and the cuisine are the main draw to Trieste this time of year.

In the winter, Fethiye is much warmer than Trieste. Typically, the winter temperatures in Fethiye in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Trieste averages at about 5°C (41°F).

Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Trieste during winter. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies, while Trieste receives 96 hours of full sun in the winter.

It's quite rainy in Fethiye. In January, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Trieste. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Trieste receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Fethiye 10°C (50°F) 
    Trieste 5°C (41°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Trieste in the Spring?

Both Trieste and Fethiye during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many travelers come to Trieste for the beaches and the natural beauty.

In April, Fethiye is generally a little warmer than Trieste. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 16°C (61°F), and Trieste fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).

It's quite sunny in Fethiye. In the spring, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Trieste. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Trieste receives 177 hours of full sun.

Fethiye usually gets less rain in April than Trieste. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Trieste receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Fethiye 16°C (61°F) 
    Trieste 13°C (56°F)

Typical Weather for Trieste and Fethiye

Fethiye Trieste
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (50°F) 114 mm (4.5 in) 5°C (41°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Feb 11°C (52°F) 107 mm (4.2 in) 7°C (44°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Mar 13°C (55°F) 77 mm (3 in) 9°C (49°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 13°C (56°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
May 20°C (68°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 18°C (64°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Jun 25°C (77°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 22°C (71°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 24°C (75°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Aug 28°C (82°F) 9 mm (0.4 in) 24°C (74°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 20°C (68°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 16°C (60°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Nov 15°C (59°F) 118 mm (4.6 in) 10°C (51°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Dec 12°C (54°F) 124 mm (4.9 in) 6°C (44°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)