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

Should you visit Strasbourg or Olympos?

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

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Strasbourg and Olympos can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Strasbourg or Olympos?

Strasbourg

Strasbourg is the capital and largest city of the Grand Est region of France and is the official seat of the European Parliament. Located close to the border with Germany in the historic region of Alsace, Strasbourg is the perfect introduction to all that is unique about Alsace - walking a fine tightrope between France and Germany and between a medieval past and a progressive future. Strasbourg has a range of attractions from a fascinating Gothic Cathedral to the old town's twisting alleys lined with crooked half-timbered houses and cozy winstubs (Alsatian taverns) by the canals. Strasbourg is famous for its Christmas market and gingerbread and is also home to the glittering EU Quarter and hosts France's second-largest student population. Strasbourg is immersed in the Franco-German culture and although violently disputed throughout history, has been a bridge of unity between France and Germany for centuries. The city center is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the first entire city to earn such an honor.

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


Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Strasbourg?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Strasbourg Prices
    France Prices
    Olympos Prices
    Turkey Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Strasbourg 170
    Olympos 78

The average daily cost (per person) in Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg and Olympos in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Strasbourg 67
    Olympos 29
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Strasbourg 134
    Olympos 58
Compare Hotels in Strasbourg and Olympos

Looking for a hotel in Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg


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: Strasbourg Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Strasbourg 44
    Olympos 20

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Strasbourg

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

  • Door-to-Door private transfer and driver from Strasbourg to Basel: $255
  • Luxury Car Departure Transfer Strasbourg to Strasbourg Airport: $106
  • Departure Transfer Strasbourg to Strasbourg Airport by Luxury Van: $75
  • Private Transfer from Strasbourg Train Station to Hotel: $71
  • Strasbourg Airport (SXB) Private Transfer to Strasbourg City: $70
  • Strasbourg Private Transfer from Strasbourg Airport to City centre: $68
  • Strasbourg Private Transfer from Strasbourg city centre to Strasbourg Airport: $68

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 Strasbourg or Olympos?

Prices for flights to both Olympos and Strasbourg 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
    Strasbourg 75
    Olympos 34

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Strasbourg

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

  • Food Tour and Old Town Walk: $101
  • Strasbourg Food Tour : Gourmet private Tour with tastings: $112
  • Strasbourg Food Tour - A Taste of Tradition by Do Eat Better: $118
  • All-Inclusive Food Tour and Wine Experience: $150
  • All-Inclusive Food Tour and Wine Experience: $155
  • Tasting Strasbourg in Authentic Alsatian Food Tour: $166
  • Strasbourg Food Tour: Food Lover’s Guided Walk with a Local: $222
  • Strasbourg Food Tour: A Culinary Experience with a Local: $226

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.
    Strasbourg 24
    Olympos 20

Tours and Activities in Strasbourg

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

  • 2-Hour Strasbourg Euro Tour by Segway: $71
  • Alsace Christmas Markets Day Tour from Strasbourg: $167
  • Alsace Local Villages Small Group Guided Tour from Strasbourg: $90
  • Alsace Wine Route Small Group Half-Day Tour with Tasting from Strasbourg: $117
  • Alsace Wine Route Wineries & Tasting Small Group Guided Tour from Strasbourg: $197
  • Alsatian brunch with immersive cellar tour: $58
  • Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $108
  • Christmas Magic: A Private Guided Walking Tour in Strasbourg: $1,278
  • Culinary city tour in Strasbourg with tastings: $114
  • Degustation and Walking Tour in Strasbourg: $25
  • European Quarter Guided Walking Tour in Strasbourg: $31
  • Evening Guided Tour in Strasbourg: $78

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
    Strasbourg 19
    Olympos 12

Sample the Local Flavors in Strasbourg

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Strasbourg:

  • Winemaker's aperitif with Wine Tour and Wine Tasting : $16
  • Wine tasting and immersive cellar tour: $23
  • Alsatian Christmas Wine Tour and tasting : $30
  • Wine tour, tasting and picnic basket: $58
  • Wine tour, tasting and Alsatian meal - 100% immersive experience: $78
  • Wine tour, tasting and Christmas meal: $83
  • Wine tour of the Alsace wine route: $115
  • From Medieval Villages & Wine Tasting Day Trip: $147
  • Medieval Villages and Wine Tasting from Strasbourg: $149
  • Strasbourg : Wine Tour by bike with a local: $164
  • Alsace: Full-Day Wine Tour & Tastings from Strasbourg: $194
  • Alsace Wine Tour Small Group Tour from Strasbourg: $203


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Strasbourg and Olympos, we can see that Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.



When is the best time to visit Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg or Olympos in the Summer?

Both Olympos and Strasbourg are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Strasbourg for the family-friendly experiences during these months.

Strasbourg is cooler than Olympos in the summer. The daily temperature in Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg. Strasbourg usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during summer. Strasbourg gets 240 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Strasbourg usually receives more rain than Olympos. Strasbourg gets 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.


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

Should I visit Strasbourg or Olympos in the Autumn?

Both Olympos and Strasbourg during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Strasbourg because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

In the autumn, Strasbourg is much colder than Olympos. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Strasbourg in October average around 12°C (53°F), and Olympos averages at about 20°C (68°F).

In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Strasbourg often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Strasbourg gets 101 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun.

Strasbourg usually gets more rain in October than Olympos. Strasbourg gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Strasbourg 12°C (53°F) 
    Olympos 20°C (68°F)

Should I visit Strasbourg or Olympos in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Strasbourg and Olympos. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Strasbourg this time of year.

It's quite cold in Strasbourg in the winter. In January, Strasbourg is generally much colder than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Strasbourg average around 2°C (35°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).

Strasbourg usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during winter. Strasbourg gets 42 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Strasbourg usually receives more rain than Olympos. Strasbourg gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Strasbourg 2°C (35°F) 
    Olympos 11°C (52°F)

Should I visit Strasbourg or Olympos in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Strasbourg as well as Olympos. Many travelers come to Strasbourg for the natural beauty.

Strasbourg is much colder than Olympos in the spring. The daily temperature in Strasbourg averages around 11°C (51°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, Strasbourg often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Strasbourg gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun.

Strasbourg usually gets more rain in April than Olympos. Strasbourg gets 48 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
    Strasbourg 11°C (51°F) 
    Olympos 16°C (61°F)

Typical Weather for Olympos and Strasbourg

Strasbourg Olympos
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 2°C (35°F) 33 mm (1.3 in) 11°C (52°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Feb 3°C (38°F) 34 mm (1.3 in) 11°C (53°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Mar 7°C (45°F) 37 mm (1.5 in) 13°C (56°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Apr 11°C (51°F) 48 mm (1.9 in) 16°C (61°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
May 15°C (59°F) 75 mm (3 in) 20°C (68°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Jun 18°C (64°F) 75 mm (3 in) 24°C (75°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Jul 20°C (68°F) 57 mm (2.2 in) 27°C (80°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Aug 20°C (67°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 27°C (80°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Sep 17°C (62°F) 56 mm (2.2 in) 24°C (75°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Oct 12°C (53°F) 43 mm (1.7 in) 20°C (68°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Nov 6°C (43°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 16°C (61°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Dec 3°C (37°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 13°C (55°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)