A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Naxos vs. Antalya for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Naxos or Antalya?

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

Should I visit Naxos or Antalya? 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: Naxos or Antalya?

Naxos

Naxos, the largest island in the Cyclades, is a gem waiting to be discovered. Its blend of stunning landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture make it a perfect destination for all types of travelers. Naxos offers long and flat beaches with clear, turquoise water along with inland mountains full of agriculture and ancient ruins. It has a reputation of being one of the more family-friendly islands for all of these qualities.

Antalya

Antalya is the largest city along Turkey's Mediterranean coast and the eighth largest city in the country with over one million people in the metropolitan area. The city dates back to about 200 BC when it was settled by the Attalid Dynasty of Pergamon and soon conquered by the Romans. The city was ruled by several different groups and most recently was transferred to Italian suzerainty following World War I. It became part of Turkey following the War of Independence. The city has seen an influx of development in recent years and it has grown into a tourism mecca with more than 12 million visitors in 2014.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Greece, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Greece, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, and The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey.


Which place is cheaper, Antalya or Naxos?

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 Naxos is €221, while the average daily cost in Antalya is €110. 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 Naxos and Antalya in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Naxos 75
    Antalya 37
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Naxos 150
    Antalya 74
Compare Hotels in Naxos and Antalya

Looking for a hotel in Naxos or Antalya? 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 Naxos


Hotels in Antalya


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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: Naxos Hotel Prices and Antalya Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Naxos 52
    Antalya 73

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Naxos

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Naxos:

  • Private Transfer in Naxos: $67
  • Naxos Private Transfer: $44

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya

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

  • Lara Pirate Boat Trip to Duden Waterfalls with Transfer: $8.60
  • Land of Legends Night Show Transfer & Boat Parade: $9.15
  • Land of Legends Night Show in Antalya – Round Transfer Included: $14
  • Family Rafting at Koprulu Canyon w/Lunch and Hotel Transfer: $15
  • Alanya to Antalya Land of Legends Night Show Transfer: $15
  • Transfer Land of Legends Tour with night show: $15
  • Antalya Waterfall Boat Tour With Lunch & Soft Drinks & Transfer: $16
  • Antalya or Kemer: Land of Legends Roundtrip Night Transfer: $16
  • Antalya Scuba Diving With Transfer From Belek,Lara,Kemer Hotels: $18
  • Kemer/Belek/Lara: Turkish Bath & Massage with Hotel Transfer: $21
  • Private Departure Transfer: Kundu / Lara Region Hotels to Antalya Airport: $22
  • Private Arrival Transfer: Antalya Airport to Lara and Kundu Hotels: $22

Is it cheaper to fly into Naxos or Antalya?

Prices for flights to both Antalya and Naxos 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
    Naxos 107
    Antalya 29

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Naxos

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Naxos.

  • Naxos Old Town Private Food Tour with Dinner and Pickup: $167

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antalya

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

  • Belek/Antalya/Kemer: Suluada Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner: $45
  • Kunefe Cooking Class with Local Chef in Old Town: $53
  • Suluada Island Cruise with Dinner and Sunset: $59
  • Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show with Dinner: $80
  • Turkish Baklava Cooking Class with a Local Host: $80
  • Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Host: $82

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Naxos 40
    Antalya 31

Tours and Activities in Naxos

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Naxos are as follows:

  • Cruises to Delos-Mykonos, Santorini and Koufonisi by Alexander : $84
  • Half-Day Tour of Naxos Island (up to 7 pax): $143
  • Naxos Villages Private 4 Hour Tour: $164
  • Private Full Island 5-Hour Tour: $206
  • Private Wine Three and Half-Hour Experience: $164
  • Riverbank Adventure in Naxos (Kinidaros - Eggares): $114

Tours and Activities in Antalya

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

  • Antalya/Kemer: Adrasan Suluada Island Boat Tours with Lunch: $8.75
  • Antalya Scavenger Hunt And Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.98
  • Antalya Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
  • Antalya City Tour : OLYMPOS CABLE CAR, WATERFALLS & BOAT TRIP: $11
  • Self-Guided Audio City Tour on Your Phone: $12
  • Antalya’s Old Town: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
  • Horse, Camel, and Donkey Riding Experience at the Farm in the Antalya Region: $13
  • Antalya Outdoor Adventure: Rafting, Jeep & Quad w/Lunch: $13
  • Antalya Old Town Guided Walking Tour of City Highlights : $15
  • Old City Tour w/Cable Car, Boat, Waterfall & Lunch: $15
  • Boat Cruise with Lunch, Foam Party, and DJ: $15
  • Antalya Old City 2 Düden Waterfalls & Boat ride Tour: $17

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Naxos 30
    Antalya 14


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Naxos and Antalya, we can see that Naxos is more expensive. And not only is Antalya much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Antalya would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Antalya 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 Naxos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Naxos than you might in Antalya.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Naxos Expensive? and Is Antalya Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Naxos or Antalya?

Antalya has a larger population, and is about 100 times larger than the population of Naxos. When comparing the sizes of Naxos and Antalya, 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.