A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Paris vs. Olympos for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Paris or Olympos?

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

Should I visit Paris or Olympos? 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: Paris or Olympos?

Paris

Paris is a dream destination for many people. It's location on the river Seine contributes to its stunning beauty and you can spend many days wandering through its wonderfully diverse neighborhoods. It's known as a city of culture, fashion, food and fun. There is never a shortage of entertainment and activities around town and a highlight of many people's trips to Paris is to explore the city at night, when it truly comes to life. It is not hard to see why this city has received the nickname as the "City of Lights."

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 Historical Tours in France, The Best 10-Day Tours in France, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Turkey, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey.


Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Paris?

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 Paris is €265, while the average daily cost in Olympos is €78. 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 Paris and Olympos in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Paris 153
    Olympos 29
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Paris 306
    Olympos 58
Compare Hotels in Paris and Olympos

Looking for a hotel in Paris 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.

Hotels in Paris


Hotels in Olympos


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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: Paris Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Paris 21
    Olympos 20
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Paris

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


  • Metro
    6.40
  • Train from Airport
    9.00
  • Metro tickets
    6.80
  • Train
    20

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paris

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

  • Paris : Transfer to/from Reims or Champagne region: $646
  • Transfer from Paris to Airport: CDG, Orly, Beauvais: $300
  • Private Transfer from Paris to CDG Airport: $299
  • Private Transfer from Paris City to Le Havre: $299
  • Private direct transfer from Paris to Brussels: $293
  • Private Direct Transfer From Paris to Reims: $287
  • Transfer by luxury Mercedes from PARIS AIRPORT to => PARIS with Cab-Bel-Air: $281
  • Louvre Museum Ticket with Audio Guide and Paris Hotel Transfers: $281
  • Transfer Charles de Gaulle Airport CDG to Paris: $281
  • Louvre Museum Audio Guide Tour with Hotel Private Transfers: $276
  • Private one way transfer from Paris to Beauvais airport: $275
  • Private transfer to Reims or Epernay : one way OR 8 hours tour : $269

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos

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

  • Two Days Tour to Cappadocia with HB Hotel & Transfer from Kemer: $111
  • Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Kemer Hotels: $107
  • Antalya Kemer Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $89
  • Antalya Kiris Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $89
  • Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Beldibi Hotels: $84
  • Antalya Beldibi Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $72
  • Scuba Diving Tour with Lunch & Roundtrip Transfer from Belek: $63
  • Departure Private Transfer from Kiris, Camyuva, Tekirova to Antalya Airport: $62
  • Gonster Pirate Boat Tour with BBQ Lunch and Transfer from Kemer: $52
  • Kemer Dinopark Tour with hotel transfer : $49
  • Suluada Island Boat Trip incl. Lunch and Transfer f/Kemer: $42
  • Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $40

Is it cheaper to fly into Paris or Olympos?

Prices for flights to both Olympos and Paris 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
    Paris 72
    Olympos 34
Typical Food Prices in Paris

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


  • Ice Cream
    8.00
  • Breakfast
    7.00
  • Breakfast for 2
    30
  • Dinner on River Cruise
    86
  • Dinner
    57
  • Cheese
    13

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paris

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

  • #1 Montmartre Pastries & Chocolate Food Tour with 6+ Tastings: $60
  • Authentic Indian Dinner in Paris : $66
  • Paris Capitaine Fracasse 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $68
  • Paris Prestige Dinner Cruise from Eiffel Tower Area: $74
  • Paris en Scene 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise: $78
  • Paris Food Tour: $82
  • Seine River Sightseeing Cruise and Dinner at Le Bistro Parisien: $84
  • Paris Unlimited Brunch Cruise and Cooking Workshop: $94
  • Private French Home Cooking Class in Paris with Local Chef Ioana: $99
  • Champagne & Oysters Paris Food Tour: $102
  • French Gourmet Cuisine: Dinner and Wine Pairing: $106
  • Paris 3-Course Gourmet Dinner and Sightseeing Seine River Cruise : $110

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
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Paris 76
    Olympos 20
Typical Entertainment Prices in Paris

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


  • Louvre Entry for Two
    18
  • Admission to Pantheon
    5.00
  • Catacombs (2)
    23

Tours and Activities in Paris

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Paris.

  • Area ,Opera, Jewellery,Fashion,Palais Royal walking tour : $74
  • Audio-Guided Montparnasse Tower Tour with Priority Admission: $42
  • Eiffel Tower with 2nd Floor Access & Trocadero Gardens Tour: $73
  • Half Day Giverny Monet's Gardens Tour : $172
  • Illumination Tour of Paris: $75
  • Louvre Evening Escape: Avoid the Crowds - Exclusive Guided Tour : $167
  • Musée d'Orsay Rebels Passion Colour. A Private Guided Tour: $143
  • Notre-Dame Exterior & Sainte-Chapelle Medieval Paris Tour : $71
  • Palace of Versailles Ticket and Guided Visit: $86
  • Paris City Center Self-Guided Walking Tour : $12
  • Paris Sightseeing Tour with Seine River Cruise from Disneyland®: $106
  • Versailles Small Group Guided Tour with Local Guide: $84

Tours and Activities in Olympos

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Olympos.

  • Day Tour to Suluada by Boat : $18
  • 2-Day Guided Cappadocia Tour with Cave Hotel Option From Kemer: $60
  • 9 Hours Rafting, Buggy Safari and Zipline Adventure from Kemer: $38
  • Antalya All Inclusive Kekova Sunken City Demre and Lycia Day Tour: $79
  • Antalya City and Duden Waterfalls Tour with BBQ Lunch from Kemer: $78
  • Apollo Temple, Perge Ancient City, and Waterfalls Tour with Lunch: $45
  • Buggy Safari and Rafting Adventure from Kemer: $42
  • From Antalya: 2-Day Cappadocia, Cave Hotel, & Balloon Tour: $60
  • Full Day Phaselis and Tahtali Mountain Tour from Kemer: $107
  • Full Day Rafting Experience From Kemer: $20
  • Gonster Party Cruise with Foam Party Swim Stops and Lunch: $43
  • Goynuk Canyon Party Bus Tour with optional Water Adventure: $20

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Paris 24
    Olympos 12
Typical Alcohol Prices in Paris

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Paris are as follows:


  • Wine
    14

Sample the Local Flavors in Paris

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paris:

  • Paris International Pub Crawl with Free Shots & Fun Games: $18
  • Original Paris Pub Crawl : $24
  • Paris Gin Craft Distillery Tour and Tasting: $36
  • Paris Nation wine tasting: $47
  • Wine tasting Paris Saint Germain des Pres: $56
  • Cheese and Wine Tasting in the Latin Quarter with Chef Alex: $59
  • Paris New Year's Eve Pub Crawl with Shots and Nightclub Entry: $84
  • The only Paris Wine Tasting experience you need to do - 2 hours : $94
  • Paris Wine Tasting Session with Expert Sommelier: $106
  • Paris Amateur Art of Pairing Cheese and Wine Tasting : $114
  • Left Bank Gastronomy & Wine tour with a Culinary School : $114
  • Walk & Wine Tour in the Latin Quarter: $118


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

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



When is the best time to visit Paris or Olympos?

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 Paris or Olympos in the Summer?

Both Olympos and Paris are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Paris because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.

Paris is cooler than Olympos in the summer. The daily temperature in Paris averages around 20°C (68°F) in July, and Olympos fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).

It's quite sunny in Olympos. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Paris. Paris usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during summer. Paris gets 241 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Paris usually receives more rain than Olympos. Paris gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Paris 20°C (68°F) 
    Olympos 27°C (80°F)

Should I visit Paris or Olympos in the Autumn?

Both Olympos and Paris during the autumn are popular places to visit. The city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Paris this time of year.

In the autumn, Paris is much colder than Olympos. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Paris in October average around 13°C (56°F), and Olympos averages at about 20°C (68°F).

In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Paris often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Paris gets 127 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun.

Paris usually gets more rain in October than Olympos. Paris gets 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Paris 13°C (56°F) 
    Olympos 20°C (68°F)

Should I visit Paris or Olympos in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Paris and Olympos. Many travelers come to Paris for the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Paris. In January, Paris is generally much colder than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Paris average around 5°C (40°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).

Paris usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during winter. Paris gets 62 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Paris usually receives more rain than Olympos. Paris gets 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Paris 5°C (40°F) 
    Olympos 11°C (52°F)

Should I visit Paris or Olympos in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Paris as well as Olympos. Many visitors come to Paris in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.

Paris is cooler than Olympos in the spring. The daily temperature in Paris averages around 11°C (52°F) in April, and Olympos fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Olympos. In the spring, Paris often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Paris gets 172 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun.

Paris usually gets more rain in April than Olympos. Paris gets 50 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Paris 11°C (52°F) 
    Olympos 16°C (61°F)

Typical Weather for Olympos and Paris

Paris Olympos
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 5°C (40°F) 55 mm (2.2 in) 11°C (52°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Feb 6°C (42°F) 45 mm (1.8 in) 11°C (53°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Mar 8°C (47°F) 52 mm (2.1 in) 13°C (56°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Apr 11°C (52°F) 50 mm (1.9 in) 16°C (61°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
May 15°C (59°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 20°C (68°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Jun 18°C (64°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 24°C (75°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Jul 20°C (68°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 27°C (80°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Aug 20°C (67°F) 46 mm (1.8 in) 27°C (80°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Sep 17°C (63°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 24°C (75°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Oct 13°C (56°F) 55 mm (2.2 in) 20°C (68°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Nov 8°C (47°F) 57 mm (2.2 in) 16°C (61°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Dec 5°C (42°F) 55 mm (2.2 in) 13°C (55°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)