Which place is cheaper, Diyarbakir 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 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 10-Day Tours from Istanbul, The Best 2-Week Tours from Istanbul, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Antalya, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Turkey.
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Cappadocia Prices
Turkey PricesDiyarbakir Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCappadocia $128Diyarbakir $89
The average daily cost (per person) in Cappadocia is $128, while the average daily cost in Diyarbakir 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 Cappadocia and Diyarbakir in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCappadocia $36Diyarbakir $52
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCappadocia $72Diyarbakir $104
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 $35Diyarbakir $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cappadocia
Also for Cappadocia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- cappadocia - kayseri > airport transfer kayseri-cappadocia: $51
- VIPPrivate Airport Transfer From or To Kayseri & Nevsehir Airport: $40
- Transfer from Kayseri Airport to Cappadocia Hotels (Small Group): $20
- Transfer between Nevşehir/Kayseri Airports and Cappadocia hotels: $22
- Shared Shuttle Airport or Hotel Transfer in Cappadocia: $26
- Private Transfers from to Kayseri or Nevşehir Airport: $30
- Private Transfers Nevşehir Apt to/from Kaymaklı or Özkonak Underground Cities: $131
- Private Transfers Kayseri Erkılet Airport to/from Cappadocia Region: $131
- Private Transfers Kayseri Apt to/from Kaymaklı or Özkonak Underground Cities: $131
- Private Transfer: Nevsehir Airport NAV to Cappadocia Region in Luxury Van: $79
- Private Transfer: Nevsehir Airport (NAV) to Hotel: $77
- Private Transfer: Cappadocia Region to Nevsehir Airport NAV in Luxury Van: $79
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 $58Diyarbakir $24
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:
- Cappadocia Traditional Turkish Night Show and Dinner: $47
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with Dinner and Drinks: $53
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show, Dinner & Unlimited Drinks & Pickup: $64
- Turkish Night at Cave Restaurant with Dinner and Unlimited Drinks: $65
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Cultural Show and Dinner: $68
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with Dinner and Unlimited Drinks: $72
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show With Dinner and Transfer: $72
- Turkish Night Show With Dinner in a Cave Restaurant: $77
- Turkish night show with dinner and unlimited free alcohol: $79
- Cappadocia Turkish Night with Dinner and Cultural Show: $82
- 2-Hour Cappadocia Turkish Night Show and Dinner Experience: $82
- Cooking class at the Local Village House in Cappadocia: $86
Typical Food Prices in Diyarbakir
For Diyarbakir, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dessert$0.13
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Lunch for Two$0.40
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cappadocia $65Diyarbakir $14
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.
- 1 Day Cappadocia Tour: $100
- 1, 2 or 3 Days Private Cappadocia Tour Best Seller: $250
- 2 Day Guided Red and South Tour in Cappadocia: $118
- 2 Days Small Group Cappadocia North and South Tour: $141
- 2 Days South (Green tour) and North (Red tour) Cappadocia + Lunch: $90
- 2 Days in Private Tour & Spiritual Dervish Ceremony: $216
- 2 Hours ATV Tour in Cappadocia: $41
- 2 Hours Horseback Riding Tour Through the Valleys of Cappadocia: $53
- 2 days Cappadocia Green and ultimate Red Tour: $135
- 2-Day Cappadocia Highlights Tour (Red & Green Tours Included): $165
- 2-Day Cappadocia Red Tour Jeep Safari Experience: $85
- 2-Day Tour in Cappadocia with Pick Up: $140
Tours and Activities in Diyarbakir
For Diyarbakir, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 5 Days Mesopotamia Tour with Expert Local Guide: $1,414
- All-inclusive Private Guided Tour of Diyarbakir City: $297
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCappadocia $13Diyarbakir $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Cappadocia
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cappadocia:
- Cappadocia - Avanos Clay Workshop and Wine Tour: $43
- Cappadocia Wine Tasting Experience: $60
- Wine Tasting in Cappadocia Turkey - Introduction of local wines: $75
- Cappadocia Fairy Chimneys Guided Tour with Local Wine Tasting: $88
- SKIP-THE-LINE: Cappadocia Tour w/wine tasting and clay shaping: $90
- Cappadocia Private Wine Tasting Tour: $130
- Cappadocia Private Tour-Mixed Tour+Home-made Wine Tasting: $219
- Ancient Cappadocia's Wine Tasting - Private Tour: $275
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.