Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Amman?
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 Amman 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 Amman 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: Amman or Olympos?
Amman
Amman is the largest city in of the Hashemite Kingdom of the country of Jordan. It is also the capital city of Jordan and has a population of over four million people. Many people use Amman as a base for venturing out into the rest of Jordan and other surrounding countries. There are many things to see and do in Amman.
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 Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, 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 dayAmman $135Olympos $76
The average daily cost (per person) in Amman is $135, while the average daily cost in Olympos is $76. 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 Amman and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmman $49Olympos $28
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmman $98Olympos $56
Compare Hotels in Amman and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Amman 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: Amman Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amman $24Olympos $20
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amman
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amman:
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Bus Ride (for Two)$0.71
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RIde to Airport$28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amman
Also for Amman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Amman Airport Private Transfer To Petra By Minivan: $260
- Petra or WadiRum transfer to/from Amman, Airport, Madaba, Deadsea: $240
- Private Transfer From Amman Airport To Petra: $190
- Private Transfer From Amman Airport To Petra: $190
- Amman Private Transfer to Jerusalem with VIP Service: $175
- Private Transfer from Allenby King Hussein Bridge to Aqaba Airport: $173
- Amman Airport to Petra Shuttle, Comfortable & Affordable Transfer: $160
- Private Amman Airport Transfer to Petra, Reliable Shuttle Service: $160
- Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Aqaba Airport: $153
- Full-Day Private Round-Trip Transfers to Petra from Amman: $135
- Private Transfer: Amman Airport to Wadi Rum: $133
- Private Arrival Transfer: Amman Airport to Petra Hotels: $129
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Turkish Bath & Spa with Thai Massage & Transfer in Kemer: $40
- Suluada Island Boat Trip incl. Lunch and Transfer f/Kemer: $51
- Suluada Boat Tour with Lunch & Roundtrip Transfer from Kemer: $43
- Scuba Diving Experience with Lunch & Transfer in Kemer: $59
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Beldibi & Göynük & Kemer Resorts: $240
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Çıralı & Olympos & Adrasan Resorts: $299
- Olympos Cable Car Ride With Transfer from Kemer 2365m: $81
- Kemer Scuba Diving Tour Incl. Lunch with Opt. Hotel Transfer: $40
- Kemer Scenic Forest Horse Riding Experience with Hotel Transfer: $28
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip with transfer from Belek: $17
- Kemer Mega Star Boat Trip with Lunch Round Transfer: $20
- Kemer Luxury Turkish Bath and Spa Experience With Hotel Transfer: $22
Is it cheaper to fly into Amman or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Amman 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 dayAmman $58Olympos $33
Typical Food Prices in Amman
For Amman, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Pastries$4.23
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Tea$5.64
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amman
For Amman, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- private cooking with local chef: $40
- Private 2 Hour Cooking Class with the Locals in Amman: $50
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience: $80
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant in Amman: $80
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Amman: $100
- Amman Food Tours: 3-Hours Guided Walking Food Tour in Amman: $119
- Private Lunch or Dinner at Alee Restaurant in Amman: $120
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Arak Experience: $140
- Private Jordan Heritage Restaurant Lunch or Dinner with Wine Experience: $147
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Olympos
For Olympos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Olympos, Cirali, Chimera Night Tour with Dinner at Ulupinar: $51
- Kemer Traditional Turkish Brunch Cooking with Locals: $55
- Traditional Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Couple in Kemer: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amman $32Olympos $19
Tours and Activities in Amman
For Amman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1-Night Private Overnight Dead Sea Independent Tour from Amman: $145
- 2 Day Group Tour from Amman to Petra Wadi Rum Aqaba Dead Sea: $250
- 2 Day Petra Shobak Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Baptism and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Madaba and Mount Nebo Private Guided Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum Pink Lake and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Aqaba Private Guided Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $192
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $192
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $192
- 2 Day Petra Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour: $210
- 2 Day Petra and Dead Sea Private Guided Tour All Inclusive: $210
Tours and Activities in Olympos
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Olympos.
- 2 Hour Olympos Cable Car Tour to Tahtali Mountains from Kemer: $80
- 2-Day Guided Cappadocia Tour with Cave Hotel Option From Kemer: $60
- Antalya All-Inclusive City Tour from Kemer:Boat Trip & Waterfalls: $38
- Antalya FullDay Suluada Island Boat Tour: $28
- Canyoning and Rafting Adventure: $51
- From Antalya: Perge Ancient City & Temple of Apollo Tour: $45
- Full Day Rafting Experience From Kemer: $20
- Full-day Boat Tour from Kemer with Lunch and Foam Party: $51
- Green Canyon Boat Tour Scenic Cruise with Lunch Included: $62
- Green Canyon Boat and Green Lake Tour with Lunch and Soft Drinks: $54
- Kemer Bay Blue Cruise from Kemer: $59
- Kemer Jeep Safari Tour with Lunch at Riverside: $40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmman $14Olympos $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Amman
Also in Amman, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Full Day Tour of Ajloun Castle with Cable Car and Wine Tasting: $127
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amman and Olympos, we can see that Amman is more expensive. And not only is Olympos much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amman is in Middle East and Olympos is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. 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 Amman would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Amman 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 Amman Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Amman or Olympos?
Olympos has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Amman experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Amman or Olympos in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Amman and Olympos. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amman year-round.
In July, Amman is generally around the same temperature as Olympos. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 25°C (77°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 Amman, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amman usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Olympos during summer. Amman gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Amman usually receives more rain than Olympos. Amman gets 10 mm (0.4 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 JulyAmman 25°C (77°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Amman or Olympos in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Amman as well as Olympos. Amman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Amman is around the same temperature as Olympos in the autumn. The daily temperature in Amman averages around 20°C (68°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 Amman this time of the year. In the autumn, Amman often gets more sunshine than Olympos. Amman gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets more rain in October than Olympos. Amman gets 26 mm (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 OctoberAmman 20°C (68°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Amman or Olympos in the Winter?
Both Olympos and Amman are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amman throughout the year.
In the winter, Amman is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the winter temperatures in Amman in January average around 8°C (46°F), and Olympos averages at about 11°C (52°F).
Amman usually receives more sunshine than Olympos during winter. Amman gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Amman. In January, Amman usually receives more rain than Olympos. Amman gets 149 mm (5.9 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 JanuaryAmman 8°C (46°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Amman or Olympos in the Spring?
Both Olympos and Amman during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Amman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Amman is generally around the same temperature as Olympos. Daily temperatures in Amman average around 16°C (61°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 Amman. In the spring, Amman often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Olympos. Amman gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun.
Amman usually gets more rain in April than Olympos. Amman gets 23 mm (0.9 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 AprilAmman 16°C (61°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Amman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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