Which place is cheaper, Cesis or Cappadocia?
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 Cappadocia or Cesis?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Cappadocia or Cesis? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Cappadocia or Cesis?
Cappadocia
Cappadocia is in Central Anatolia, between the mountains Erciyes, Melendiz and Hasan. It is famous for its underground cities, fairy chimneys, and caves. The landscape of the area is some of the most unique you'll ever see. The fairy chimneys are bizarrely shaped rock outcroppings that have evolved from the unique geography in the area. There are hiking trails through the series of valleys that make up the area. It's a great place to explore for outdoor enthusiasts and adventure seekers.
Cesis
Cesis is the quintessential old world town in Latvia. It is nestled among rolling hills, giving it a beautiful, fantasy world like setting. The small town is sprinkled with old castles, fortresses, and parks that you can leisurely wander through to pass the time. There's a lovely town square that is the perfect place to grab a seat on a bench and people watch. Because of the square's central location, many residents pass through it on their way to and from the market. The town is intertwined with lovely cobblestone streets that are lined with old homes, in various stages of disrepair. Cesis manages to perfectly balance a level of authentic wear and tear with a fairytale ambiance. Outside of town you'll find great hiking trails that you can use to explore the rolling hills and picturesque countryside. The small town is also conveniently located less than 100 kilometers from Riga, making it an easy trip on a bus.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Istanbul, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Istanbul.
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Cappadocia Prices
Turkey PricesCesis Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCappadocia $128Cesis $157
The average daily cost (per person) in Cappadocia is $128, while the average daily cost in Cesis is $157. 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 Cappadocia and Cesis in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCappadocia $36Cesis $54
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCappadocia $72Cesis $108
Compare Hotels in Cappadocia and Cesis
Looking for a hotel in Cappadocia or Cesis? 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: Cappadocia Hotel Prices and Cesis Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cappadocia $35Cesis $34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cappadocia
Also for Cappadocia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer (Kayseri - Nevsehir ) to Cappadocia Hotels: $17
- All-Inclusive Cappadocia Day Tour with Hotel & Airport Transfers: $105
- Cappadocia 2-Hour Sunset ATV Quad Tour with Hotel Transfer: $47
- Cappadocia 2-Hours Sunset ATV Quad Tour w/ Hotel Transfer: $50
- Cappadocia 2-Hours Sunset ATV Quad Tour w/Free Hotel Transfer: $41
- Cappadocia ATV Quad Tour with Transfer: $11
- Cappadocia ATV tour with transfer and guide: $13
- Cappadocia Airport Transfer: $94
- Cappadocia Airport Transfer Private Service NAV ASR: $17
- Cappadocia Airport Transfer to/from Kayseri/Nevsehir (ASR or NAV): $8.75
- Cappadocia Balloon Watching & Sunrise Hike - Hotel transfer!: $106
- Cappadocia Flying Dress Photo Shoot with Transfer: $218
Is it cheaper to fly into Cappadocia or Cesis?
Prices for flights to both Cesis and Cappadocia 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 dayCappadocia $58Cesis $81
Typical Food Prices in Cappadocia
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Cappadocia:
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Cookies$0.02
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cappadocia
For Cappadocia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Romantic Cappadocia Sunset Dinner and Wine: $35
- Cappadocia Traditional Turkish Night Show and Dinner: $47
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with Dinner and Drinks: $53
- Traditional Turkish Cuisine Dinner and Turkish Night Show: $56
- Cappadocia Turkish Night wTransfer,Dinner &Unlimited Drinks: $59
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with Dinner: $60
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show, Dinner & Unlimited Drinks & Pickup: $64
- Turkish Night at Cave Restaurant with Dinner and Unlimited Drinks: $65
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with Dinner in a Cave: $66
- Turkish Night Show: Unlimited Alcohol, Dinner and Transfer: $70
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with Dinner and Unlimited Drinks: $72
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with dinner, unlimited alcohol: $77
Typical Food Prices in Cesis
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cesis:
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Lunch in town for two$7.61
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cappadocia $65Cesis $19
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cappadocia
For Cappadocia, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Underground City Entrance for Two$0.63
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Hot Air Balloon Ride for Two$12
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Horseback Riding for Two$2.42
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Cappadocia Driving Tour$2.58
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Goreme Museum Entrance Fee$0.32
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Whirling Dervishes Show$2.10
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Turkish Bath$1.47
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Hot air ballooning$8.52
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Goreme open air museum$0.42
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Bellydancing Show$2.74
Tours and Activities in Cappadocia
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Cappadocia.
- Cappadocia Quad (ATV) Safari Tour with Hotel Pickup & Helmet: $3.52
- Cappadocia Sunrise Balloon Watching Tour with Hotel Pickup: $3.52
- Cappadocia Red Tour Lunch + Guide + Museum Tickets /Small Group: $3.52
- Cappadocia Private Jeep Safari Tour with Hotel Pickup & Champagne: $3.52
- Cappadocia Green Tour Lunch + Guide + Museum Tickets /Small Group: $3.52
- Skip the Line: Guray Museum Admission Ticket: $4.71
- Private Cappadocia Tour with Guide & Driver: $5.00
- Sunset or Daytime ATV Adventure Tour: $5.28
- Cappadocia Daily Tour Red&Green & Tour with Opt. Languages Guide: $5.88
- Cappadocia Horse Tour: $6.94
- Cappadocia Private Tour - Cappadocia's All Highlights in 1 Day: $7.20
- Full Day Private Cappadocia Tour (Luxury Van + Private Guide ): $7.20
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCappadocia $13Cesis $20
Sample the Local Flavors in Cappadocia
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cappadocia:
- Guided Bar Crawl with Hotel Pickup and Snack: $33
- Cappadocia Wine Tasting Experience: $41
- Cappadocia - Avanos Clay Workshop and Wine Tour: $43
- Combo Tour with Wine Tasting and Adventure Tours: $59
- Cappadocia Fairy Chimneys Guided Tour with Local Wine Tasting: $88
- SKIP-THE-LINE: Cappadocia Tour w/wine tasting and clay shaping: $90
- Private Wine Tasting and Day Tour w/Göreme Museum: $112
- Cappadocia Private Wine Tasting Tour: $129
- Wine Tasting and Sunset in Cappadocia: $212
- Cappadocia Private Tour-Mixed Tour+Home-made Wine Tasting: $219
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cappadocia and Cesis, we can see that Cesis is more expensive. And not only is Cappadocia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cappadocia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cappadocia 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 Cesis would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cesis than you might in Cappadocia.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cappadocia Expensive? and Is Cesis Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cappadocia or Cesis?
Cesis has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Cappadocia. When comparing the sizes of Cappadocia and Cesis, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.