Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Annecy?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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 Annecy and Olympos can help you decide which place is right for you.
Annecy is an alpine town in southeastern France, where Lake Annecy feeds into the Thiou River. It's known for its Vieille Ville (old town), with cobbled streets, winding canals and pastel-colored houses. Annecy is situated on a stunning aqua clear lake between the Northern alps of France. Only thirty minutes away from Geneva, Switzerland, this French-Swiss town is unlike any other. Another nickname for this city is the Venice of France because the small center of the city is filled with water passages lined with beautiful flower boxes. The city is romantic because the waterways filled with lights that illuminate the bricks and you feel as if you are in a whole other world with no one around you. The purity of the lake and the beauty of its setting compels Anneciens outdoors - in good weather it seems everyone is hanging out in pavement cafes, mountain-gazing along the lakefront, swimming in the lake, or just aimlessly cycling around it.
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 Historical Tours in France, The Best 10-Day Tours in France, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Turkey, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Annecy is €178, while the average daily cost in Olympos is €89. 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 Annecy and Olympos in more detail.
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Also for Annecy, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Annecy, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Olympos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Annecy.
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Olympos.
Also in Annecy, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Annecy and Olympos, we can see that Annecy 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 Annecy would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Annecy 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 Annecy Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
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.
Both Olympos and Annecy are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Annecy for the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Annecy is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Annecy average around 22°C (71°F), 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 Annecy. Annecy usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during summer. Annecy gets 285 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Annecy usually receives more rain than Olympos. Annecy gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Olympos and Annecy during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Annecy because of the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.
Annecy is cooler than Olympos in the autumn. The daily temperature in Annecy averages around 14°C (56°F) in October, and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Annecy often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Annecy gets 127 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun.
Annecy usually gets more rain in October than Olympos. Annecy gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Annecy and Olympos. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Annecy this time of year.
It's quite cold in Annecy in the winter. In the winter, Annecy is much colder than Olympos. Typically, the winter temperatures in Annecy in January average around 4°C (39°F), and Olympos averages at about 11°C (52°F).
Annecy usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during winter. Annecy gets 62 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Annecy usually receives more rain than Olympos. Annecy gets 55 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Annecy as well as Olympos. Many travelers come to Annecy for the small town charm and the natural beauty.
In April, Annecy is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Annecy average around 11°C (53°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Olympos. In the spring, Annecy often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Annecy gets 174 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun.
Annecy usually gets more rain in April than Olympos. Annecy gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Annecy | Olympos | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 4°C (39°F) | 55 mm (2.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Feb | 6°C (42°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Mar | 8°C (47°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Apr | 11°C (53°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
May | 15°C (60°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Jul | 22°C (71°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Aug | 21°C (70°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Sep | 18°C (65°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Oct | 14°C (56°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Nov | 8°C (46°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Dec | 4°C (40°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |