Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Caen?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Caen 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 Caen 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: Caen or Olympos?
Caen
Caen is a city in France on the coast in the Calvados department of Lower Normandy. Caen is known for its historical buildings built during the reign of William the Conqueror, who was buried there. The town was destroyed almost completely in 1944 during WWII and it is a remarkable achievement that Caen has kept so many of its historical monuments given the terrible battle that besieged the town following the Normandy beach landings. After the war the town passed through 15 years of reconstruction, and continued to improve afterwards. In recent years the town has made further significant efforts and Caen now has an attractive, carefully restored, historic center. The city has also preserved the memory of its past by erecting a memorial and a museum dedicated to peace, the Memorial de Caen. The city is often considered the archetype of Normandy.
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 10-Day Tours in France, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in 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 dayCaen €123Olympos €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Caen is €123, 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 Caen and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCaen €61Olympos €40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCaen €122Olympos €80
Compare Hotels in Caen and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Caen 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: Caen Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Caen €35Olympos €28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Caen
Also for Caen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Round-Trip from Caen Airport (CFR) to Caen: $63
- Caen Carpiquet Airport (CFR) to Caen - Arrival Private Transfer: $32
- Caen to Caen Carpiquet Airport (CFR) - Departure Private Transfer: $32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Two Days Tour to Cappadocia with HB Hotel & Transfer from Kemer: $192
- Suluada Boat Tour From Antalya (Maldives of Turkey) with Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $20
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $22
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $40
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Beldibi & Göynük & Kemer Resorts: $240
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Çıralı & Olympos & Adrasan Resorts: $299
- Private Transfer From Beldibi / Göynük / Kemer / Kiriş To Antalya Airport: $91
- Kemer to Antalya Ariport (AYT) - Departure Private Transfer: $24
- Kemer to Antalya Ariport (AYT) - Departure Private Transfer: $22
- Kemer Suluada Boat Tour (Maldives of Turkey) With Hotel Transfer: $20
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip with transfer from Belek: $15
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip With Lunch & Free Hotel Transfer: $20
Is it cheaper to fly into Caen or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Caen 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 dayCaen €40Olympos €28
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.Caen €19Olympos €28
Tours and Activities in Caen
For Caen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Caen Like a Local: Customized Guided Walking Tour: $51
- Guided D-Day Sites Tour & Caen Memorial Museum Ticket: $127
- Memorial Museum Entrance Ticket: $21
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $307
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $160
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $59
- D-Day private tour Juno Beach departing Caen with audio guide. 2Pers. minimum: $268
- D-Day private tour Omaha Beach from Caen with audio guide.: $268
- From Caen or Bayeux: Normandy History Private Full-Day Tour: $1,283
- Guided Tour in an Old Convertible Car on the Côte de Nacre: $93
- Guided Tour of the Landing Sites and the Memorial of Caen: $191
- Mémorial de Caen Museum Admission and Guided Tour of D-Day Sites: $133
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: $66
- 2-in-1 Canyoning and White Water Rafting Adventure with Lunch From Kemer: $25
- 9 Hours Rafting, Buggy Safari and Zipline Adventure from Kemer: $38
- Antalya Full-Day City Tour From Kemer With Cable Car : $30
- Buggy Safari and Rafting Adventure from Kemer: $38
- Demre Myra Tour with Kekova Sunken City Boat Trip From Kemer: $36
- Full-day Boat Tour from Kemer with Lunch and Foam Party: $33
- Goynuk Canyon Tour with Entrance Ticket: $25
- Green Canyon Boat Tour with Lunch and Drinks from Kemer: $63
- Kemer 3 in 1 Tour Rafting Quad Safari and Zipline Experience: $40
- Kemer ATV Mountain Biking Tour: $54
- Kemer Bay Blue Cruise from Kemer: $53
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCaen €17Olympos €17
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Caen and Olympos, we can see that Caen 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 Caen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Caen 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 Caen Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Caen or Olympos?
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.
Should I visit Caen or Olympos in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Caen and Olympos. The city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Caen this time of year.
Caen is much colder than Olympos in the summer. The daily temperature in Caen averages around 18°C (64°F) in July, and Olympos fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Olympos this time of the year. In Caen, it's very sunny this time of the year. Caen usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during summer. Caen gets 227 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Caen usually receives more rain than Olympos. Caen gets 48 mm (1.9 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 JulyCaen 18°C (64°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Caen or Olympos in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Caen as well as Olympos. Many travelers come to Caen for the city's sights and attractions.
In the autumn, Caen is much colder than Olympos. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Caen in October average around 12°C (54°F), and Olympos averages at about 20°C (68°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Olympos. In the autumn, Caen often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Caen gets 128 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun.
Caen usually gets more rain in October than Olympos. Caen gets 68 mm (2.7 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 OctoberCaen 12°C (54°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Caen or Olympos in the Winter?
Both Olympos and Caen are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Caen in the winter for the museums and the cuisine.
Caen can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Caen is generally much colder than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Caen average around 5°C (41°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Caen usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during winter. Caen gets 70 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Caen usually receives more rain than Olympos. Caen gets 64 mm (2.5 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 JanuaryCaen 5°C (41°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Caen or Olympos in the Spring?
Both Olympos and Caen during the spring are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Caen for the activities around the city during these months.
Caen is much colder than Olympos in the spring. The daily temperature in Caen averages around 9°C (49°F) in April, and Olympos fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Caen often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Caen gets 171 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun.
Caen usually gets more rain in April than Olympos. Caen gets 46 mm (1.8 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 AprilCaen 9°C (49°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Caen
| Caen | Olympos | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (41°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (42°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 7°C (45°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (49°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 13°C (55°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (60°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (54°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (47°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 6°C (43°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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