Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Rhodes?
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 Rhodes or Olympos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Rhodes and Olympos. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Rhodes or Olympos?
Rhodes
Rhodes Island is one of the largest and most visited islands in Greece both because of its diversity of sights and its wonderful climate. On the island are some beautiful beaches, well preserved historic sights, and lovely towns. Rhodes City is the capital city on the island of Rhodes and is famous as the former site of the Colossus. Colossus is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world and the oldest inhabited medieval town in Europe. Today Rhodes City has an interesting old town that is surrounded by the medieval wall. Inside you'll find countless souvenir shops and restaurants that cater to tourists. Cruise ships also frequent the island, so it's best visited during the off season when the crowds may be slightly less. You will also find that prices drop when the crowds are thinner and the cruise ships are scarce.
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 2-Week Tours in Greece, The Best Bicycle Tours in Greece, 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 dayRhodes €170Olympos €78
The average daily cost (per person) in Rhodes is €170, 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 Rhodes and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRhodes €58Olympos €29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRhodes €116Olympos €58
Compare Hotels in Rhodes and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Rhodes 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: Rhodes Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rhodes €48Olympos €20
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rhodes
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rhodes:
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Taxi Ride€7.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rhodes
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rhodes:
- Rhodes Private Return Transfer - Rhodes Airport to Kalathos (and return): $250
- Rhodes Private Return Transfer - Rhodes Airport to Haraki - Charaki (and return): $238
- Transfer from/to Rhodes Airport to/from Gennadi (Via Versa): $207
- Rhodes Private Return Transfer - Rhodes Airport to Embona (and return): $196
- Rhodes Private Return Transfer - Rhodes Airport to Salakos (and return): $188
- Rhodes Private Return Transfer - Rhodes Airport to Gennadi (and return): $180
- Rhodes To Lindos And Vice Verca, Private Transfer : $129
- Rhodes Private Return Transfer - Rhodes Airport to Stegna (and return): $110
- Rhodes Private Return Transfer - Rhodes Airport to Archangelos (and return): $110
- Transfer from/to Rhodes Airport to/from Kolymbia Hotels (Via Versa): $98
- Rhodes Private Return Transfer - Rhodes Airport to Rhodes Town city (and return): $94
- Transfer from/to Rhodes Airport to/from Faliraki Hotels (Via Versa): $78
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
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Beldibi Hotels: $84
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Kemer Hotels: $107
- Antalya Beldibi Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $72
- Antalya Kemer Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $89
- Antalya Kiris Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $89
- Antalya Suluada Boat Tour (Antalya Maldives) Lunch&Transfer: $37
- 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
- Kemer Full Day Pirate Boat Trip with Lunch and Optional Transfer: $14
- Kemer Horse Riding Experience with Transfer: $39
Is it cheaper to fly into Rhodes or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Rhodes 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 dayRhodes €82Olympos €34
Typical Food Prices in Rhodes
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Rhodes:
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Coffee€1.95
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Dinner for Two€23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rhodes
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Rhodes.
- Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Dinner Buffet & Drinks: $63
- Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Dinner, Drinks & Swim: $70
- Sunset Cruise with Open Bar, Dinner, & Live Music: $74
- Cooking Class and Wine Tasting Experience: $82
- 11 Course Lunch with Cooking Mastery and Wine Tasting in Rhodes: $82
- Rhodes Wine & Food Tour: 10 Meal Course Lunch, Wine Tasting, Cooking Class : $93
- Winery Tour, Tasting and cooking with the Winemaker in Rhodes: $94
- Cooking Lesson and Wine Tasting with Lunch: $135
- Cooking Class & Greek Wine Tasting: $191
- Guided Rhodes City By Night with Live Music & Dinner: $410
- Walking Food Tour in the Medieval Town of Rhodes: $446
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.Rhodes €19Olympos €20
Tours and Activities in Rhodes
Here are a few actual costs in Rhodes for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3 Hour Yellow Semi Submarine Swimming Cruise with Drinks Included!: $60
- Best Rhodes Tour from Cruise Port including Lindos and Old Town : $69
- Rhodes, Lindos and Medieval City Guided Tour from Cruise Port: $82
- 3 Hours Morning Adventure by Turtle Submarine: $36
- 3-hour boat tour: $54
- 4 Hour Beach Tour with Meal and Unlimited Drinks in Rhodes: $94
- 4x4 Buggy Adventures - Off-road Polaris Experience: $143
- 7 Hour Rhodes Tour Designed Especially for Cruise Passengers : $66
- 90-Minute Lindos Glassbottom Boat Cruise : $36
- All Day Cruise in Rhodes ,Traditional Luxury Boat (All Inclusive): $84
- Bay to Bay Cruise in Lindos: $78
- Beekeeping experience " Areti Honey " : $93
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 dayRhodes €12Olympos €12
Sample the Local Flavors in Rhodes
Also in Rhodes, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Private Wine Tasting Experience for Beginners: $41
- Rhodian Wines - Private Wine Tasting Under a Sommelier: $57
- Best Rhodes Tour with Wine Tasting Experience from Cruise Port: $68
- Best Rhodes Tour with Lindos, Old Town, Wine Tasting & Free Time : $69
- Private Wine Tasting Experience for Wine Lovers: $70
- 1 Day Rhodes Island Tour with Olive Oil, Honey and Wine Tasting : $73
- Majestic Lindos, Old Town, History, Culture & Wine Tour: $75
- Private Full Day Rhodes Island Tour with Wine Tasting Experience: $81
- Gourmet Journey: 12-Course Lunch, Wine Tasting & Culinary Session: $92
- Rhodes Wine Tasting Experience: $94
- Private Wine Tasting Experience: $106
- Rhodes Deluxe Tour including Lindos, Old Town, Wine Tasting: $135
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rhodes and Olympos, we can see that Rhodes 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 Rhodes would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rhodes 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 Rhodes Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.