A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Aix-en-Provence vs. Olympos for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Aix-en-Provence or Olympos?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aix-en-Provence 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: Aix-en-Provence or Olympos?

Aix-en-Provence

Aix-en-Provence is a city in the south of France about 20 miles north of Marseille. It was the birthplace of Post-Impressionist painter Paul Cezanne. A walking trail links sites including his childhood home, Jas de Bouffan, and his former studio, Atelier Cezanne. The white limestone mountain Sainte-Victoire overlooking the city as well as the surrounding countryside were frequent subjects of his works. The city is all class with its flourishing boulevards and public squares are lined with 17th- and 18th-century mansions, punctuated by gurgling moss-covered fountains. Haughty stone lions guard its grandest avenue, cafe-laced cours Mirabeau, where fashionable Aixois relax on terraces sipping espresso. While Aix-en-Provence is a student hub, its upscale appeal make it more unique and charming to visit than some university towns.

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 Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in France, The Best Coach Bus Tours in France, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Turkey, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey.


Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Aix-en-Provence?

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

  • Aix-en-Provence Prices
    France Prices
    Olympos Prices
    Turkey Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Aix-en-Provence 138
    Olympos 82

The average daily cost (per person) in Aix-en-Provence is €138, while the average daily cost in Olympos is €82. 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 Aix-en-Provence and Olympos in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Aix-en-Provence 81
    Olympos 37
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Aix-en-Provence 162
    Olympos 74
Compare Hotels in Aix-en-Provence and Olympos

Looking for a hotel in Aix-en-Provence 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 Aix-en-Provence


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: Aix-en-Provence Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Aix-en-Provence 33
    Olympos 26

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aix-en-Provence

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aix-en-Provence:

  • ROUNDTRIP TRANSFER CRUISE PORT MARSEILLE TO CASSIS: $304
  • Transfer Minivan (One way)Aix en Provence -> Cruise port: $166
  • TRANSFER MARSEILLE PORT (one way) TO AIX EN PROVENCE: $127
  • TRANSFER AIX EN PROVENCE (one way)TO CRUISE PORT MARSEILLE: $127

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos

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

  • Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Beldibi Hotels: $77
  • Antalya Beldibi Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $66
  • Antalya Kemer Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $83
  • Antalya Kiris Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $83
  • Antalya Suluada Boat Tour (Maldives of Turkey) Lunch&Transfer: $39
  • Kemer Full Day Pirate Boat Trip with Lunch and Optional Transfer: $14
  • Kemer Horse Riding Experience with Transfer: $39
  • Kemer Horse Safari Experience With Free Hotel Transfer: $50
  • Kemer Jeep Safari With Free Hotel Transfer & Lunch: $40
  • Kemer Mega Star Boat Trip With Hotel Transfer and Lunch : $20
  • Kemer Pirate Boat Trip With Lunch & Free Hotel Transfer: $20
  • Kemer Pirate Boat Trip with transfer from Belek: $15

Is it cheaper to fly into Aix-en-Provence or Olympos?

Prices for flights to both Olympos and Aix-en-Provence 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
    Aix-en-Provence 33
    Olympos 26
Typical Food Prices in Aix-en-Provence

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Aix-en-Provence:


  • Dinner for 2
    47

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aix-en-Provence

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aix-en-Provence.

  • NO DIET CLUB - Unique local food tour in Aix en Provence: $62
  • NO DIET CLUB - Best food tour in Aix en Provence (En / Fr): $63
  • Food Tour: $103
  • Aix-en-Provence Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $105
  • Aix en Provence Market & Gourmet Food Tour with a Local: $196
  • Mediterranean Cooking Class in the heart of Aix-en-Provence: $206

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Aix-en-Provence 22
    Olympos 26

Tours and Activities in Aix-en-Provence

Here are a few actual costs in Aix-en-Provence for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Aix en Provence City Tour with Wine and Cheese - From Aix: $83
  • 2-Hour Foodie Tour with 10 Tastings in Aix-en-Provence: $78
  • 2H: Wine-Tour in Provence: $278
  • 3 Hour Walking Tour of Aix-en-Provence with Christmas Market : $277
  • 4-Hour Lavender Fields Tour in Valensole from Aix-en-Provence: $100
  • Aix en Provence Food & City tour: $82
  • Aix en Provence Marseille Cassis Tour: $957
  • Aix-en-Provence Highlights Scavenger Hunt Self Guided Tour: $3.96
  • Aix-en-Provence Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
  • Aix-en-Provence Walking Food and Culture Tour - 3 hour private tour: $132
  • Aix-en-Provence private guided tour: $166
  • Arles & Camargue National Park Private Tour: $924

Tours and Activities in Olympos

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

  • Spa Experience in Kemer with Pickup: $15
  • Kemer Turkish Bath Experience With Oil Massage: $15
  • Kemer Turkish Bath Experience With Oil Massage : $18
  • Full Day Rafting Experience From Kemer: $20
  • Turkish Bath Experience in Kemer: $20
  • Skip the Line: Dinopark Antalya Admission Ticket: $25
  • Goynuk Canyon Tour with Entrance Ticket: $25
  • Kemer: Luxury Yacht Tour near Olympus and Phaselis Bay with Lunch: $27
  • Kemer Scuba Diving Experience: $28
  • Dolusu Waterpark Ticket: $28
  • Kemer Scuba Diving Experience: Two Dives with Lunch : $30
  • Antalya Full-Day City Tour From Kemer With Cable Car : $30

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Aix-en-Provence 14
    Olympos 15

Sample the Local Flavors in Aix-en-Provence

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Aix-en-Provence:

  • Aix en Provence, Provence wine tasting: $49
  • Half day Wine Tour in Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire from Aix en Provence: $94
  • Half Day Wine Tour around Sainte Victoire from Aix en Provence: $94
  • Half day Wine Tour in Côteaux Aix from Aix en Provence: $99
  • Half day Wine Tour in Bandol & Cassis from Aix en Provence: $105
  • From Wine Tour in Cezanne Countryside: $108
  • Provence small group half-day wine tour from Aix: $108
  • Cotes de Provence Wine Tour from Aix-en-Provence: $110
  • Provence Day Trip with Cassis Village Boat Ride and Local Wine Tasting from Aix: $166
  • From Provence Region Tour with Wine Tasting: $168
  • From Aix en Provence: Bandol & Cassis Wine Tour: $179
  • Bandol & Cassis Wine Tour From Aix en Provence: $183


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



When is the best time to visit Aix-en-Provence 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 Aix-en-Provence or Olympos in the Summer?

Both Olympos and Aix-en-Provence during the summer are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Aix-en-Provence in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Aix-en-Provence is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the summer temperatures in Aix-en-Provence in July average around 24°C (75°F), and Olympos averages at about 27°C (80°F).

In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Aix-en-Provence. In the summer, Aix-en-Provence often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Olympos. Aix-en-Provence gets 366 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun.

Aix-en-Provence usually gets more rain in July than Olympos. Aix-en-Provence gets 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Aix-en-Provence 24°C (75°F) 
    Olympos 27°C (80°F)

Should I visit Aix-en-Provence or Olympos in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Aix-en-Provence and Olympos. Most visitors come to Aix-en-Provence for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.

In October, Aix-en-Provence is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Aix-en-Provence average around 16°C (61°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Olympos this time of the year. In Aix-en-Provence, it's very sunny this time of the year. Aix-en-Provence usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during autumn. Aix-en-Provence gets 205 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Aix-en-Provence usually receives more rain than Olympos. Aix-en-Provence gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Aix-en-Provence 16°C (61°F) 
    Olympos 20°C (68°F)

Should I visit Aix-en-Provence or Olympos in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Aix-en-Provence as well as Olympos. The winter months attract visitors to Aix-en-Provence because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Aix-en-Provence is much colder than Olympos in the winter. The daily temperature in Aix-en-Provence averages around 7°C (44°F) in January, and Olympos fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).

In the winter, Aix-en-Provence often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Olympos. Aix-en-Provence gets 150 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun.

Aix-en-Provence usually gets more rain in January than Olympos. Aix-en-Provence gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Aix-en-Provence 7°C (44°F) 
    Olympos 11°C (52°F)

Should I visit Aix-en-Provence or Olympos in the Spring?

Both Olympos and Aix-en-Provence are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The natural beauty are the main draw to Aix-en-Provence this time of year.

In the spring, Aix-en-Provence is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the spring temperatures in Aix-en-Provence in April average around 13°C (56°F), and Olympos averages at about 16°C (61°F).

It's quite sunny in Olympos. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aix-en-Provence. Aix-en-Provence usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Olympos during spring. Aix-en-Provence gets 245 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Aix-en-Provence usually receives more rain than Olympos. Aix-en-Provence gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Aix-en-Provence 13°C (56°F) 
    Olympos 16°C (61°F)

Typical Weather for Olympos and Aix-en-Provence

Aix-en-Provence Olympos
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 7°C (44°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 11°C (52°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Feb 8°C (46°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) 11°C (53°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Mar 10°C (50°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) 13°C (56°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Apr 13°C (56°F) 48 mm (1.9 in) 16°C (61°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
May 17°C (63°F) 42 mm (1.7 in) 20°C (68°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Jun 21°C (69°F) 28 mm (1.1 in) 24°C (75°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Jul 24°C (75°F) 14 mm (0.6 in) 27°C (80°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Aug 23°C (74°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 27°C (80°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Sep 20°C (69°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 24°C (75°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Oct 16°C (61°F) 78 mm (3.1 in) 20°C (68°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Nov 11°C (51°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 16°C (61°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Dec 7°C (45°F) 56 mm (2.2 in) 13°C (55°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)