Which place is cheaper, Diyarbakir or Cappadocia?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cappadocia or Diyarbakir?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Cappadocia or Diyarbakir? 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 Diyarbakir?
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.
Diyarbakir
Diyarbakır is the largest city in Southeastern Turkey, located on the banks of Tigris River, which is one of two great rivers of the Middle East. The city is known especially for its old city, housed within ancient fortress walls that have been designated an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Within this fortress is a glimpse into the city's ancient history and traditional customs that remain alive today.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Turkey, The Best Adventure Tours to Turkey, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Turkey, and The Best Cultural Tours in Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCappadocia $150Diyarbakir $116
The average daily cost (per person) in Cappadocia is $150, while the average daily cost in Diyarbakir is $116. 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 Diyarbakir in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCappadocia $52Diyarbakir $76
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCappadocia $104Diyarbakir $152
Compare Hotels in Cappadocia and Diyarbakir
Looking for a hotel in Cappadocia or Diyarbakir? 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 Diyarbakir Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cappadocia $50Diyarbakir $30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cappadocia
Also for Cappadocia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- VIPPrivate Airport Transfer From or To Kayseri & Nevsehir Airport: $50
- Transfer from Kayseri Airport to Cappadocia Hotels (Small Group): $17
- Transfer from Cappadocia Hotels to Nevşehir or Kayseri Airport (private): $151
- Transfer between Nevşehir/Kayseri Airport and Cappadocia hotels: $17
- Shuttle Transfer from Cappadocia hotels to "Nevsehir Kapadokya Airport": $20
- Shared Airport Transfer From Nevsehir/Kayseri Airports to Hotels: $13
- Private/Shared Transfers Kayseri or Nevşehir Airports: $14
- Private transfer in SUBURBAN in punta cana and bavaro cap cana: $60
- Private transfer from Nevşehir airport (NAV) to any hotel in Cappadocia: $83
- Private in/out one way Transfer to/from Airport Kayseri: $75
- Private Transfers Nevşehir Apt to/from Kaymaklı or Özkonak Underground Cities: $131
- Private Transfers Nevşehir Airport to/from Cappadocia Region: $131
Is it cheaper to fly into Cappadocia or Diyarbakir?
Prices for flights to both Diyarbakir 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 $49Diyarbakir $20
Typical Food Prices in Cappadocia
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Cappadocia:
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Cookies$0.03
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cappadocia
For Cappadocia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cappadocia Turkish Night With Unlimited Drinks And Dinner: $30
- Cappadocia Night: Turkish Dance & Dinner : $55
- Turkish night show with dinner and unlimited free alcohol: $59
- Romantic Cappadocia Private Sunset Dinner With Wild Food : $64
- Turkish Night Unlimited Drinks & Dinner in Cappadocia: $64
- Cappadocian cooking - hands-on class with pickup: $65
- Cappadocia Cave Restaurant for Dinner and Turkish Entertainments: $72
- Romantic Cappadocia Sunset Dinner and Wine : $75
- Half-Day Private Food Tour in Kayseri: $77
- 2-Hour Cappadocia Turkish Night Show and Dinner Experience: $78
- Turkish Night Show & Dinner: $82
- Turkish Home Cooking Class in Cappadocia with Hotel Transfers: $104
Typical Food Prices in Diyarbakir
For Diyarbakir, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dessert$0.18
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Lunch for Two$0.58
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cappadocia $95Diyarbakir $21
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$0.92
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Hot Air Balloon Ride for Two$18
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Horseback Riding for Two$3.52
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Cappadocia Driving Tour$3.75
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Goreme Museum Entrance Fee$0.46
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Whirling Dervishes Show$3.07
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Turkish Bath$2.15
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Hot air ballooning$12
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Goreme open air museum$0.61
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Bellydancing Show$3.99
Tours and Activities in Cappadocia
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Cappadocia.
- "Cappadocia ATV Sunrise or Sunset Adventure": $70
- ATV (Quad) Tour in Cappadocia-2 Hours: $49
- Cappadocia ATV Tour: $37
- Cappadocia relax tour car and driver: $133
- Highlights of Cappadocia All in One Tour: $222
- Private Cappadocia Tour (Guide & Driver): $33
- Private Half Day Guided Tour Visit to Cappadocia: $169
- 1 Hour ATV Tour: $27
- 1, 2 or 3 Days Private Cappadocia Tour Best Seller: $250
- 2 Days Cappadocia Tour from Ankara: $266
- 2 Hour Cappadocia Jeep Safari Tour: $101
- 2 Hour Sunset Quad Bike (ATV) Tour in Cappadocia: $22
Tours and Activities in Diyarbakir
For Diyarbakir, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- All-inclusive Private Guided Tour of Diyarbakir City: $200
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCappadocia $18Diyarbakir $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Cappadocia
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cappadocia:
- Wine Tasting in Cappadocia Turkey - Introduction of local wines: $25
- Wine tasting in Cappadocia: $65
- 3-Hour Private Wine Tasting Tour in Cappadocia: $189
- Wine Tasting and Sunset in Cappadocia: $200
- Private Tour: Best of Cappadocia with Wine Tasting: $288
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cappadocia and Diyarbakir, we can see that Cappadocia is more expensive. And not only is Diyarbakir much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Diyarbakir would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Diyarbakir 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 Cappadocia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cappadocia than you might in Diyarbakir.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cappadocia Expensive? and Is Diyarbakir Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cappadocia or Diyarbakir?
Diyarbakir has a larger population, and is about 100 times larger than the population of Cappadocia. When comparing the sizes of Cappadocia and Diyarbakir, 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.