Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Bucharest?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bucharest 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 Bucharest 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: Bucharest or Olympos?
Bucharest
Bucharest is the capital and largest city in the country of Romania. With about 2 million residents living in the city and about 2.4 million in the surrounding urban area, it is also one of the largest cities in Southeastern Europe. As such, it is the economic, industrial and commercial center for the country. As a visitor, you will likely enter Romania by arriving in Bucharest. The city continues to grow and change, and there are ongoing infrastructure projects that continue to modernize the city. It is not uncommon to find historic churches on the same block as modern office buildings and Communist style apartment buildings. There are also many sights around town and the city continues to grow as a trendy and fascinating city.
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 Bucharest, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Romania, 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 dayBucharest $137Olympos $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Bucharest is $137, while the average daily cost in Olympos is $95. 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 Bucharest and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBucharest $63Olympos $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBucharest $126Olympos $86
Compare Hotels in Bucharest and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Bucharest 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: Bucharest Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bucharest $26Olympos $30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bucharest
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bucharest:
- Bucharest to Sofia - Private Transfer: $580
- Bucharest to Sofia Private Transfer: $448
- Bucharest to Mihail Kogalniceanu - Private Transfer: $344
- Mihail Kogalniceanu to Bucharest - Private Transfer: $344
- Bucharest to Veliko Tarnovo - Private Transfer: $322
- Bucharest to Fetesti - Private Transfer: $322
- Bucharest to Craiova - Private Transfer: $301
- Transfer Bucharest Airport to Brasov: $288
- Bucharest (Romania) to Veliko Tarnavo (Bulgaria) - Private Guided Transfer : $283
- Bucharest to Tulcea - Private Guided Transfer - Driver and Car : $283
- Bucharest to Galati - Driver and Car - Private Guided Transfer : $272
- Bucharest to Constanta or Mamaia Beach - Private Transfer - Car and Driver: $272
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 Bucharest or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Bucharest 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 dayBucharest $58Olympos $30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bucharest
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bucharest.
- Dinner at the Museum of Communism - Traditional Food Tour: $53
- Bohemian Bucharest Markets and Mahallas Traditional Food Tour: $60
- Cooking Class traditional food: $65
- Street Food Tour with a Local Guide: $74
- Unhealthy Food Tour of Bucharest – 4 hours: $75
- Bucharest Evening Tour and Traditional Dinner: $84
- Bucharest Evening Tour and Traditional Dinner - 3 hours: $86
- Private Walking Food Tour - Culture, History & Traditions: $98
- Historical and Cultural Tour with Romanian Cuisine dinner: $141
- Cooking Class in Transylvania - Day Tour from Bucharest: $182
- 4-Hour Walking Food Tour in the Old Town: $202
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.Bucharest $15Olympos $29
Tours and Activities in Bucharest
Here are a few actual costs in Bucharest for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Bears Sanctuary, Dracula's Castle, Brasov Day Trip Private Tour from Bucharest: $249
- Bucharest Panoramic Sightseeing - Private City Tour: $93
- Transylvania Heritage Tour at Peles Bran and Cantacuzino Castles: $93
- 1 Day 4x4 Tour in Carpathian Mountains: $173
- 1 Day ATV Tour in Carpathian Mountains: $207
- 10h Bucharest City Tour & Snagov Monastery (Dracula's Grave): $258
- 14 Days Private Tour in Romania, Moldova & Transnistria: $4,724
- 2 Days Private Tour - The Romanian Caves from Bucharest: $558
- 2 Hour Photoshoot Experience Near Bucharest Architectural Charms: $98
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Bucharest City: $87
- 2-Day Medieval Transylvania with Brasov,Sibiu and Sighisoara Tour from Bucharest: $251
- 2-Day Small-Group Tour to Dracula's Castle, Rasnov Fortress, Peles Castle, Sighisoara and Libearty Brown Bear Sanctuary with Overnight in Brasov: $203
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 dayBucharest $9.17Olympos $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Bucharest
Also in Bucharest, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Weekend Pub Crawl: $24
- Bucharest Pub Crawl in the Old Town: $25
- From Romanian Wine Tasting Tour: $26
- Bachelors Party in Custom Bar Crawl: $37
- Private Bar Crawling in Bucharest Old City: $43
- Private Wine Tasting in Bucharest: $43
- Pub Crawl in the Old CIty and Rooftop Hopping in Bucharest: $47
- Romanian Wine Tasting: $49
- Private Romanian Wine Tasting in Urlați: $51
- Bucharest Old Town Pub and Bar Crawl with Guide: $57
- Bucharest VIP Bar Crawl in Lipscani 'Old Town': $59
- Bucharest City Tour and Wine Tasting: $84
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bucharest and Olympos, we can see that Bucharest 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 Bucharest would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bucharest 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 Bucharest Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Bucharest 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 Bucharest or Olympos in the Summer?
Both Olympos and Bucharest during the summer are popular places to visit. The city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Bucharest this time of year.
In July, Bucharest is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Bucharest average around 23°C (73°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 Bucharest. In the summer, Bucharest often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Bucharest gets 289 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun.
Bucharest usually gets more rain in July than Olympos. Bucharest gets 64 mm (2.5 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 JulyBucharest 23°C (73°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Bucharest or Olympos in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Bucharest and Olympos. Many travelers come to Bucharest for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Bucharest is much colder than Olympos in the autumn. The daily temperature in Bucharest averages around 13°C (55°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. Bucharest usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during autumn. Bucharest gets 177 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Bucharest usually receives more rain than Olympos. Bucharest gets 32 mm (1.3 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 OctoberBucharest 13°C (55°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Bucharest or Olympos in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Bucharest as well as Olympos. Many visitors come to Bucharest in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Bucharest can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Bucharest is much colder than Olympos. Typically, the winter temperatures in Bucharest in January average around -1°C (29°F), and Olympos averages at about 11°C (52°F).
In the winter, Bucharest often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Bucharest gets 71 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun.
Bucharest usually gets more rain in January than Olympos. Bucharest gets 40 mm (1.6 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 JanuaryBucharest -1°C (29°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Bucharest or Olympos in the Spring?
Both Olympos and Bucharest are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Bucharest for the activities around the city during these months.
In April, Bucharest is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Bucharest average around 12°C (54°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
It's quite sunny in Olympos. Bucharest usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during spring. Bucharest gets 185 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Bucharest usually receives more rain than Olympos. Bucharest gets 46 mm (1.8 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 AprilBucharest 12°C (54°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Bucharest
| Bucharest | Olympos | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -1°C (29°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 1°C (34°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (54°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (72°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (65°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (55°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (44°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 1°C (34°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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