Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Skyros?
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 Skyros or Olympos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Skyros or Olympos, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Skyros or Olympos?
Skyros
Nestled in the Aegean Sea, Skyros is the largest and least explored island of the Sporades archipelago. With its rugged landscapes, pristine beaches, and rich cultural heritage, Skyros offers a unique Greek island experience away from the crowds. While Skyros is generally more affordable than popular Greek islands, smart planning can help stretch your budget further. Local accommodations can be found for low prices if you look in the right places. To save on meals, opt for local tavernas away from the main tourist areas. Many offer daily specials that are both delicious and affordable. The area around Molos Beach is known for its reasonably priced eateries.
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 Adventure Tours to Greece, The Best Cruise Tours and Packages 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 daySkyros €263Olympos €78
The average daily cost (per person) in Skyros is €263, 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 Skyros and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSkyros €106Olympos €29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSkyros €212Olympos €58
Compare Hotels in Skyros and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Skyros 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.Skyros €34Olympos €20
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 Skyros or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Skyros 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 daySkyros €132Olympos €34
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.Skyros €34Olympos €20
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 daySkyros €24Olympos €12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Skyros and Olympos, we can see that Skyros 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 Skyros would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Skyros 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 Skyros 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.