Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Split?
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 Split 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 Split 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: Split or Olympos?
Split
Spit is a historic city in Central Dalmatia with many opportunities to glimpse its fascinating past in its historic city center. Centuries ago the city grew up around a Diocletian palace that was used as refuge by the locals.
Today, as you wander around the historic center, you can see the remains of the Roman walls, temples, and squares. Despite it's appeal to tourists, Split is much more than just a tourist destination. It is larger than you might initially realize and it spreads well beyond the historic center. There is a population of about 300,000 in the larger area and it is an economic center for the region.
Split has a beautiful climate with mild winters, countless sunny days, and a generally pleasant temperature. As such, there are many opportunities to enjoy yourself outdoors, whether by participating in sports or walking around the city's quaint streets. Winters in Split are also quite mild, but there may be one snowy day, on average, every year. This rare snowfall can cause a significant disruption in the flow of traffic.
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 Walking Tours in Croatia, The Best Luxury Tours to Croatia, 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 daySplit €127Olympos €78
The average daily cost (per person) in Split is €127, 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 Split and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSplit €74Olympos €29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSplit €148Olympos €58
Compare Hotels in Split and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Split 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: Split Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Split €14Olympos €20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Split
Also for Split, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Split/Trogir to Zagreb: Private Transfer with Plitvice Lakes: $1,112
- Zagreb to Private Transfer with Plitvice Lakes: $1,112
- Private Transfer to Zagreb with Plitvice Lakes Stop: $1,078
- Private Zagreb to Split transfer with Plitvice lakes & Wine: $1,006
- From 1-Way Private Transfer to Zagreb: $993
- Private Transfer to Dubrovnik w/ Winery & Ston Visit: $796
- Split Airport: Speedboat Taxi transfer to/from Hvar: $702
- Airport to Hvar Town Speedboat Transfer: $585
- Private Boat Transfer to Hvar Island: $550
- From Private 1-Way Transfer to Dubrovnik: $493
- Transfer from Split Airport: $468
- Private Transfer to Krka with Driver & Optional Guide: $467
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
- Suluada Island Boat Trip incl. Lunch and Transfer f/Kemer: $42
- Suluada Boat Tour From Antalya (Maldives of Turkey) with Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $23
- Suluada ( Maldives ) Boat Trip with Lunch and Transfer: $12
- Scuba Diving Tour with Lunch & Roundtrip Transfer from Belek: $63
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $35
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $40
- Mega Star Party Boat Trip From Kemer With Lunch And Transfer: $12
- Land of Legends Night Show with Round Transfer from Kemer: $20
- Land of Legends Night Show Roundtrip Transfer from Kemer: $27
- Kemer Suluada Boat Tour (Maldives of Turkey) With Hotel Transfer: $20
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip with transfer from Belek: $17
Is it cheaper to fly into Split or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Split 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 daySplit €41Olympos €34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Split
For Split, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Small Group Food Tour with Private Option: $53
- Split Food Tour: Discover Split One Bite at a Time: $140
- Split Food Tour: Discover Split One Bite At A Time: $143
- A Vineyard Feast: A Group Dinner and Wine Tasting: $199
- Split Cooking Class: $209
- Cooking class on island Brac: $251
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.Split €3.72Olympos €20
Tours and Activities in Split
For Split, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Blue cave and Hvar - 5 Islands speedboat tour from Split: $185
- Private Foodie Tour: Wine & Seafood with a Local Chef: $239
- Šolta Island from 5-Hour Olive Oil Tour with Lunch: $257
- Šolta Island from Private E-Bike Tour: $328
- Šolta Island: Self-Guided Bike Tour: $94
- "Not Today" - Game of Thrones and History of Split Private Guided Walking Tour: $93
- 2 Hours Split Walking tour with free food tasting: $191
- 2-Hour Sunset Cruise Split: $94
- 3-Island Split Boat Tour (Šolta Drvenik Mali, Drvenik Veli): $87
- 4 Hours Blue Lagoon and Island Tour: $96
- 4-Island Split Boat Tour (Brač, Pakleni, Hvar, Šolta): $149
- 5 islands Private Boat Tour:Blue Cave,Hvar&Pakleni islands: $1,272
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
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySplit €7.97Olympos €12
Sample the Local Flavors in Split
Also in Split, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- From Krka Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting Tour: $44
- From Krka Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting Tour: $45
- Split/Trogir: Krka National Park Day Trip with Wine Tasting: $49
- From Krka Waterfalls day tour & wine tasting: $49
- Dalmatian wine tasting by Bottiglia wine & deli: $54
- Wine Tasting at Seafront Tasting Room in Kastela: $54
- Split&Sip: Educational wine tasting: $56
- Wine Tasting in the Diocletian's Palace: $59
- Blue Lagoon & Wine tasting - 3 islands tour: $108
- Private History and Wine Tour in Trogir and Klis: $173
- From Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting: $176
- Zinfandel Wine Tasting & Storytelling with Dalmatian Food: $178
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Split and Olympos, we can see that Split 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 Split would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Split 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 Split Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Split 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 Split or Olympos in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Split and Olympos. The beaches, snorkeling, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Split this time of year.
In July, Split is generally around the same temperature as Olympos. Daily temperatures in Split average around 26°C (80°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Olympos this time of the year. In Split, it's very sunny this time of the year. Split usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during summer. Split gets 345 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Split usually receives more rain than Olympos. Split gets 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySplit 26°C (80°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Split or Olympos in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Split as well as Olympos. Many travelers come to Split for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Split is cooler than Olympos in the autumn. The daily temperature in Split averages around 18°C (64°F) in October, and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Olympos. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Split this time of the year. In the autumn, Split often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Split gets 200 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun.
Split usually gets more rain in October than Olympos. Split gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSplit 18°C (64°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Split or Olympos in the Winter?
Both Olympos and Split are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Split in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Split is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the winter temperatures in Split in January average around 8°C (47°F), and Olympos averages at about 11°C (52°F).
Split usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during winter. Split gets 128 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Split usually receives more rain than Olympos. Split gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySplit 8°C (47°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Split or Olympos in the Spring?
Both Olympos and Split during the spring are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Split for the beaches and the activities around the city during these months.
In April, Split is generally around the same temperature as Olympos. Daily temperatures in Split average around 15°C (59°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Split. In the spring, Split often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Split gets 212 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun.
Split usually gets more rain in April than Olympos. Split gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSplit 15°C (59°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Split
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (47°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (52°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 20°C (67°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (74°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (80°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (56°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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.