Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Arles?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Arles 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 Arles and Olympos can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Arles or Olympos?
Arles
Arles is a city (and commune) in the south of France, in the Bouches-du-Rhone department. A large part of the Camargue is located on the territory of the commune, making it the largest commune in Metropolitan France in terms of territory. The city has a long history, and was considerably important in the Roman province of Gallia Narbonensis. The Roman and Romanesque Monuments of Arles were listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1981. The Dutch post-Impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh lived in Arles from 1888 to 1889 and produced over 300 paintings and drawings during his time there. The Arles area is full of culture and rich in history. It has many treasures, points of interest, and colorful sunbaked houses and is a great introduction into the Camarguais culture.
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 Contiki Tours to France, The Best G Adventures Tours to France, 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 dayArles €142Olympos €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Arles is €142, 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 Arles and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personArles €71Olympos €40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomArles €142Olympos €80
Compare Hotels in Arles and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Arles 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: Arles Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Arles €23Olympos €28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Arles
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Arles:
- Arles to Marseille Airport (MRS) - Departure Private Transfer: $117
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Camyuva Hotels: $98
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Kiris Hotels: $82
- Antalya Beldibi Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $65
- Antalya Camyuva Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $82
- Antalya Kiris Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $82
- Kemer Full Day Pirate Boat Trip with Lunch and Optional Transfer: $10
- 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 Tour with BBQ Lunch & Roundtrip Transfer: $47
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip With Lunch & Free Hotel Transfer: $20
Is it cheaper to fly into Arles or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Arles 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 dayArles €52Olympos €28
Typical Food Prices in Arles
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Arles:
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Cooked Clams€4.50
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Ice Cream€1.00
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 : $33
- Kemer Olympos & Yanartas Sunset Jeep Tour with Dinner: $35
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Arles €31Olympos €28
Typical Entertainment Prices in Arles
Here are a few typical costs in Arles for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Castle Entrance Fee€5.50
Tours and Activities in Arles
Here are a few actual costs in Arles for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Arles 2-Hour Private Walking Tour: $187
- Arles Private guided walking tour from Marseille: $342
- Arles, Saint-Rémy & Les Baux De Provence: Guided Tour: $1,176
- 2-Hour Private Walking Tour: $201
- Art and History Walking Tour: $299
- City tour 1 hour of the city, its history, its monuments,: $84
- City tour 45mn of the city, its history, its monuments,: $70
- From Avignon: Arles, Les Baux-de-Provence & Saint-Rémy Tour: $106
- Half Day Private Guided Tour of Arles: $202
- Private Guided Tour of Arles: $218
- Provence Region Roman Abbey of Montmajour Entrance Ticket: $7.64
Tours and Activities in Olympos
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Olympos.
- Spa Experience in Kemer with Pickup: $18
- Turkish Bath Experience in Kemer: $20
- Goynuk Canyon Tour with Entrance Ticket: $25
- 2-in-1 Canyoning and White Water Rafting Adventure with Lunch From Kemer: $25
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer Turkey with Two Dives and Lunch: $26
- Pirate Boat Tour on the Beautiful Bays of Kemer: $27
- Kemer Scuba Diving Experience: $27
- Kemer Scuba Diving Experience: Two Dives with Lunch : $30
- Antalya Full-Day City Tour From Kemer With Cable Car : $30
- Safari Adventure in the mountains from Kemer: $32
- Full-day Boat Tour from Kemer with Lunch and Foam Party: $33
- Demre Myra Tour with Kekova Sunken City Boat Trip From Kemer: $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayArles €24Olympos €17
Sample the Local Flavors in Arles
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Arles:
- Lavender Field & Distillery Tour between Nimes & Arles: $6.20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Arles and Olympos, we can see that Arles 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 Arles would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Arles 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 Arles Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Arles 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 Arles or Olympos in the Summer?
Both Olympos and Arles during the summer are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Arles for the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Arles is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the summer temperatures in Arles 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 Arles. In the summer, Arles often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Arles gets 354 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun.
Arles usually gets more rain in July than Olympos. Arles gets 31 mm (1.2 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 JulyArles 24°C (75°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Arles or Olympos in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Arles and Olympos. The autumn months attract visitors to Arles because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Arles is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Arles 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. Arles usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during autumn. Arles gets 178 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Arles gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Arles usually receives more rain than Olympos. Arles gets 130 mm (5.1 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 OctoberArles 16°C (61°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Arles or Olympos in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Arles as well as Olympos. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Arles this time of year.
Arles is much colder than Olympos in the winter. The daily temperature in Arles averages around 7°C (44°F) in January, and Olympos fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In the winter, Arles often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Olympos. Arles gets 146 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun.
Arles usually gets more rain in January than Olympos. Arles gets 67 mm (2.6 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 JanuaryArles 7°C (44°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Arles or Olympos in the Spring?
Both Olympos and Arles are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Arles for the natural beauty.
In the spring, Arles is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the spring temperatures in Arles 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 Arles. Arles usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during spring. Arles gets 218 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Arles usually receives more rain than Olympos. Arles gets 57 mm (2.2 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 AprilArles 13°C (56°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Arles
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 7°C (44°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (50°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (56°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 60 mm (2.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (69°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (61°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (51°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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