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

Should you visit Naxos or Fethiye?

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

Should I visit Naxos or Fethiye? 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 Fethiye?

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.

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.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Greece, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Greece, The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey.


Which place is cheaper, Fethiye 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 Fethiye is €90. 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 Fethiye in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Naxos 75
    Fethiye 32
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Naxos 150
    Fethiye 64
Compare Hotels in Naxos and Fethiye

Looking for a hotel in Naxos or Fethiye? 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 Fethiye


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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 Fethiye Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Naxos 52
    Fethiye 23

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Naxos

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Naxos:

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

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:


  • Local Bus
    0.18

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

Is it cheaper to fly into Naxos or Fethiye?

Prices for flights to both Fethiye 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
    Fethiye 40

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

Typical Food Prices in Fethiye

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fethiye:


  • Fruit
    0.14
  • Soda
    0.06

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

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Naxos 40
    Fethiye 26

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

Typical Entertainment Prices in Fethiye

For Fethiye, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Paragliding
    4.94
  • Gorge Walk entry and photo
    0.11

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

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Naxos 30
    Fethiye 11


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Naxos and Fethiye, we can see that Naxos 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 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 Fethiye.

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


Which is Bigger, Naxos or Fethiye?

Fethiye has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Naxos. When comparing the sizes of Naxos and Fethiye, 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.