Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Kiev?
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 Kiev or Olympos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Kiev and Olympos can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Kiev or Olympos?
Kiev
Kiev is the capital city and also the largest city in the Ukraine, with a population of almost 3 million in the metropolitan area. It is situated on the Dnieper River in the north central part of the country and is one of the oldest cities in Eastern Europe, dating back to the fifth century. The people in Kiev are quite friendly and welcoming, and are happy to have you in their city. It can, however, be difficult to communicate and get around if you don't speak at least a little Russian. It is doable with a little sign language and the help of a guide book with translations though.
Olympos
Olympos was an ancient city in Lycia, situated in a river valley near the coast. Its ruins are located south of the modern town Cirali in the Kumluca district of Antalya Province, Turkey. An important Lycian city in the 2nd century BC, Olympos is more famous these days for being the beach resort of choice for backpackers. Staying in an Olympos 'tree house' at one of the dozen-or-so camps that line the path to the ruins and beach has long been the stuff of travel legend. The former hippy-trail hot-spot has been considerably renovated in past years and during summer can be pretty overcrowded. Olympos offers good value and an up-for-it party atmosphere in a lovely setting.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Turkey, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKiev $29Olympos $91
The average daily cost (per person) in Kiev is $29, while the average daily cost in Olympos is $91. 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 Kiev and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKiev $16Olympos $34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKiev $32Olympos $68
Compare Hotels in Kiev and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Kiev or Olympos? 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: Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kiev $0.98Olympos $24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kiev
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kiev:
- Private Transfer Kyiv Boryspil International Airport to Zhytomyr.: $173
- Private Arrival Transfer: Kyiv Boryspil International Airport to Chernihiv city: $147
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City: $66
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV in Luxury Van: $66
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $66
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Boryspil Airport KBP: $66
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $60
- Private Transfer: From Kyiv city to Zhulyany International Airport: $54
- Private transfer: Boryspil International Airport to Kyiv: $48
- Private Arrival Transfer: International Airport Kyiv Zhuliany to Kiev hotel: $38
- Private Departure Transfer: Kyiv Boryspil International Airport from Kyiv Hotel: $38
- Zhyliany Airport Kyiv: Private Arrival or Departure Transfer from Kiev: $33
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Suluada Boat Trip With Lunch & Transfer From Belek,Antalya,Kemer: $11
- Suluada ( Maldives ) Boat Trip with Lunch and Transfer: $12
- Mega Star Party Boat Trip From Kemer With Lunch And Transfer: $12
- Kemer Full Day Pirate Boat Trip with Lunch and Optional Transfer: $14
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip with transfer from Belek: $17
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip With Lunch & Free Hotel Transfer: $20
- Land of Legends Night Show with Round Transfer from Kemer: $20
- Kemer Mega Star Boat Trip With Hotel Transfer and Lunch : $20
- Kemer Suluada Boat Tour (Maldives of Turkey) With Hotel Transfer: $20
- Suluada Boat Tour From Antalya (Maldives of Turkey) with Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $23
- Land of Legends Night Show Roundtrip Transfer from Kemer: $27
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $35
Is it cheaper to fly into Kiev or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Kiev 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 dayKiev $12Olympos $40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kiev
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kiev.
- Kyiv Restaurant Food Tour: Ukrainian Cuisine Tasting: $122
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Olympos
For Olympos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sunset Party Boat GONSTER : with Dinner, Wine ,Beer & Soft Drinks: $48
- Fire of Anatolia Dance Show Dinner and Transfer from Kemer: $103
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kiev $1.94Olympos $23
Tours and Activities in Kiev
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kiev are as follows:
- 1- or 3-Hour Private Kyiv Guided Bike Tour: $85
- 2 hours Private Walking Tour in Ancient Kiev: $45
- 3-Hour Kiev Private Gastro Tour: $95
- BBQ tour - absolutely like a local experience in (or outside) Kyiv!: $190
- Bohemian Podil Tour: $120
- Custom Kyiv Walking Tour with Private Local Guide: $31
- Discover Kyiv: The Most Complete 6 Hours Private Sightseeing Tour by car: $179
- Full Day Kiev Private Tour: $82
- Full day group tour to Chernobyl and Prypiat: $111
- Highlights of Different Religions in Kyiv Private Tour: $61
- Jewish History of Kyiv including Babi Yar Memorial Private Tour: $60
- Jewish Kiev Tour - private tour: $46
Tours and Activities in Olympos
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Olympos.
- Kemer Turkish Bath Experience With Oil Massage: $15
- Kemer Quad Safari Experience at Goynuk Canyon: $18
- Day Tour to Suluada by Boat : $18
- Medusa 3 Islands Boat Tour from Kemer Foam Party and Free Lunch: $20
- Full Day Rafting Experience From Kemer: $20
- Goynuk Canyon Party Bus Tour with optional Water Adventure: $20
- Sea, Sun, and Flavor: Adrasan Boat Tour + Free Lunch Included!: $24
- Kemer Boat Tour from Antalya with Swim,Foam Party&Lunch Included: $28
- Kemer Turkish Bath Experience With Oil Massage : $30
- Kemer Rafting, Jeep Safari, Zipline, Buggy Safari Combo Tour: $35
- Quad Off Road Safari Tour Kemer: $37
- 9 Hours Rafting, Buggy Safari and Zipline Adventure from Kemer: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKiev $6.07Olympos $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Kiev
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kiev:
- Private Pub Crawl - Beer Tasting: $76
- Speakeasy Bar Crawl: $135
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kiev and Olympos, we can see that Olympos is more expensive. And not only is Kiev much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kiev would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kiev 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 Olympos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Olympos than you might in Kiev.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kiev Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Kiev or Olympos?
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 Kiev or Olympos in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Kiev as well as Olympos.
In the summer, Kiev is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the summer temperatures in Kiev in July average around 21°C (70°F), and Olympos averages at about 27°C (80°F).
Kiev usually gets more rain in July than Olympos. Kiev gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKiev 21°C (70°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Kiev or Olympos in the Autumn?
Both Olympos and Kiev are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In October, Kiev is generally much colder than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Kiev average around 10°C (49°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
In October, Kiev usually receives more rain than Olympos. Kiev gets 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKiev 10°C (49°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Kiev or Olympos in the Winter?
Both Olympos and Kiev during the winter are popular places to visit.
It's quite cold in Kiev in the winter. Kiev is much colder than Olympos in the winter. The daily temperature in Kiev averages around -4°C (24°F) in January, and Olympos fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Kiev usually gets more rain in January than Olympos. Kiev gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKiev -4°C (24°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Kiev or Olympos in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Kiev and Olympos.
In the spring, Kiev is much colder than Olympos. Typically, the spring temperatures in Kiev in April average around 10°C (51°F), and Olympos averages at about 16°C (61°F).
In April, Kiev usually receives more rain than Olympos. Kiev gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKiev 10°C (51°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Kiev
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -4°C (24°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 2°C (36°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (51°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 17°C (62°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (67°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (69°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (49°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (38°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (30°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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