Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Valencia?
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 Valencia or Olympos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Valencia 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: Valencia or Olympos?
Valencia
Valencia is a port city that sits on Spain's southeastern Orange Blossom coast, where the Turia River meets the Mediterranean Sea. As the nation's third-largest city, it is continually innovative in the arts and sciences with some futuristic architecture including a planetarium, oceanarium, and an interactive museum. The nightlife and daytime culture both thrive in their own ways, bustling with limitless opportunities for sight-seeing and entertainment. While the city is surrounded by fertile farmland, its center is a modern metropolis, skirted by beautiful beaches.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Madrid, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, 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 dayValencia €153Olympos €78
The average daily cost (per person) in Valencia is €153, 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 Valencia and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personValencia €58Olympos €29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomValencia €116Olympos €58
Compare Hotels in Valencia and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Valencia 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: Valencia Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Valencia €18Olympos €20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Valencia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Valencia:
- Private Transfer from Callosa d'en Sarria to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $207
- Departure Private Transfer Montserrat to Barcelona Airport or City by Luxury Van: $192
- Private Transfer Valencia Airport to Hotel: $120
- Valencia Cruise Port to Valencia hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $115
- Valencia Airport (VLC) to Valencia - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $115
- Private Transfer: Valencia Airport VLC to Valencia in Luxury Van: $100
- Private Transfer: Valencia to Valencia Airport VLC in Luxury Van: $100
- Valencia City, Airport, Cruise Terminal Private Transfer: $96
- Private arrival OR departure transfer in Valencia (hotel OR airport pick-up): $79
- Private Valencia Transfer: Central Valencia to Cruise Port or Valencia Airport: $75
- Private Transfer from Valencia Hotels to Valencia Cruise Port: $58
- Valencia Airport (VLC) to Valencia Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer : $57
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 Valencia or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Valencia 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 dayValencia €70Olympos €34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Valencia
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Valencia.
- Make Valencian 'Pizza' in Ruzafa: $72
- Valencian Paella Cooking Class, Tapas & Sangria - Evening : $77
- Valencian paella cooking class, tapas and visit to Ruzafa market.: $77
- Valencia Evening Cruise with Dinner and Drinks: $78
- Paella Cooking Class, Wine Tasting & Central Market in Valencia: $78
- Valencia Morning Food Tour with Central Market by Food Lover Tour: $78
- Live the Valencian Experience Cooking Your Own Paella: $78
- Valencia Food Tour: Tapas, Drinks and Delights with a Local: $82
- Authentic Valencian Paella Cooking Class: $83
- Seafood paella cooking class, tapas and visit to Ruzafa market.: $83
- Valencia Centre Food Tour with 9+ Tastings of Regional Delicacies: $110
- Valencia Paella & Tapas Home Cooking Class with Local Chef Jose: $115
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.Valencia €29Olympos €20
Typical Entertainment Prices in Valencia
Here are a few typical costs in Valencia for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Flamenco Tour€16
Tours and Activities in Valencia
Here are a few actual costs in Valencia for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Tour nocturno privado Mitos y leyendas a la luna de Valencia: $162
- 1 + 1 Discover Valencia Self Guided Cycling- and Walking Tour : $30
- 2 Hour Private Bike Tour in Valencia: $30
- 2 Hours Self Guided Audio Tour in Valencia: $12
- A Fun Retreat Experience in Valencia - Solo Travellers Only: $155
- A day in the life of Valencia - Private tour with a local: $255
- Adventure Jetski: $216
- Adventures day: Thermal Springs and Waterfalls: $119
- Albufera Highlights Loop Bike Tour with Boat Trip & Paella: $51
- Best Bike Tour Dutch & English in Valencia: $39
- Between Two Gates: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Valencia: $12
- Bike Adventure from Valencia to Albufera Wetlands and Beaches: $48
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
- Goynuk Canyon Party Bus Tour with optional Water Adventure: $20
- Full Day Rafting Experience From Kemer: $20
- 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
- Kemer Rafting, Quad Safari and Zipline Experience: $40
- Buggy Safari and Rafting Adventure from Kemer: $42
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayValencia €20Olympos €12
Sample the Local Flavors in Valencia
Also in Valencia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Gourmet Tapas and Wine Tour in Valencia: $54
- Ruzafa Evening Food and Wine Tour Tapas Drinks and Local Secrets: $84
- Wine tasting tour : $115
- Cheese Factory Workshop with Wine Tasting in Requena, Valencia: $119
- Small Group - Half-Day Wine Tour: $138
- Two wineries tour with wine tasting : $138
- Horseback riding and wine tour (private tour): $180
- Requena Half-Day Private Vineyards & Premium Wine Tastings Tour: $234
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Valencia and Olympos, we can see that Valencia 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 Valencia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Valencia 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 Valencia Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Valencia or Olympos?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Valencia or Olympos in the Summer?
Both Olympos and Valencia during the summer are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Valencia in the summer for the beaches, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Valencia is generally around the same temperature as Olympos. Daily temperatures in Valencia average around 25°C (76°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Valencia. In the summer, Valencia often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Valencia gets 303 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun.
Valencia usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Olympos. Valencia gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyValencia 25°C (76°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Valencia or Olympos in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Valencia and Olympos. Most visitors come to Valencia for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Valencia is around the same temperature as Olympos in the autumn. The daily temperature in Valencia averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Olympos this time of the year. Valencia usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during autumn. Valencia gets 198 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Valencia usually receives more rain than Olympos. Valencia gets 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberValencia 19°C (66°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Valencia or Olympos in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Valencia as well as Olympos. The winter months attract visitors to Valencia because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Valencia is around the same temperature as Olympos. Typically, the winter temperatures in Valencia in January average around 12°C (53°F), and Olympos averages at about 11°C (52°F).
In the winter, Valencia often gets more sunshine than Olympos. Valencia gets 162 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun.
Valencia usually gets more rain in January than Olympos. Valencia gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryValencia 12°C (53°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Valencia or Olympos in the Spring?
Both Olympos and Valencia are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty are the main draw to Valencia this time of year.
In April, Valencia is generally around the same temperature as Olympos. Daily temperatures in Valencia average around 15°C (60°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
It's quite sunny in Olympos. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Valencia. Valencia usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during spring. Valencia gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Valencia usually receives more rain than Olympos. Valencia gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilValencia 15°C (60°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Valencia
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (54°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (56°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (60°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 18°C (65°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (71°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (76°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (58°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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