Which place is cheaper, Olympos 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 Olympos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Cappadocia or Olympos? 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 Olympos?
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.
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 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 PricesOlympos Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCappadocia $124Olympos $77
The average daily cost (per person) in Cappadocia is $124, while the average daily cost in Olympos is $77. 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 Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCappadocia $35Olympos $28
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCappadocia $70Olympos $56
Compare Hotels in Cappadocia and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Cappadocia 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: Cappadocia Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cappadocia $33Olympos $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cappadocia
Also for Cappadocia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Istanbul 2-Day Cappadocia Trip with Flight and Transfers: $297
- Cappadocia Private Guided Tour with Transfer: $280
- Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Tour with Private Transfer: $272
- Private Transfer from Cappadocia to Antalya with Konya tour: $225
- Cappadocia Flying Dress Photo Shoot with Transfer: $212
- Private Cappadocia Tour with Transfer and Guide: $189
- Kayseri Airport ASR Transfers to Hacibektas Hotels: $177
- Kayseri Airport ASR Transfers to Nigde City Centre Hotels: $172
- Private Airport Transfer from Cappadocia Hotels to NAV & ASR: $171
- Cappadocia Private Transfer round trip NAV&ASR Airports to Hotels: $164
- Unrise Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon First Flight-Hotel Transfer: $163
- Cappadocia Luxury Private Transfer Between Airport and Hotels.: $139
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Kiriş & Çamyuva & Tekirova Resorts: $240
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Beldibi & Göynük & Kemer Resorts: $240
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Kemer Hotels: $103
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Camyuva Hotels: $103
- Private Transfer From Beldibi / Göynük / Kemer / Kiriş To Antalya Airport: $91
- Antalya Kiris Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $86
- Horse Riding in Kemer with Hotel transfer: $86
- Antalya Kemer Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $86
- Olympos Cable Car Ride With Transfer from Kemer 2365m: $81
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Beldibi Hotels: $80
- Antalya Beldibi Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $69
- Departure Private Transfer Kemer or Side to Antalya Airport AYT: $60
Is it cheaper to fly into Cappadocia or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos 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 $56Olympos $34
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: $46
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with Dinner and Drinks: $51
- Traditional Turkish Cuisine Dinner and Turkish Night Show: $55
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with Dinner and Unlimited Drinks: $57
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with Dinner: $58
- Turkish Night Show In Cappadocia (with Dinner): $62
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show, Dinner & Unlimited Drinks & Pickup: $62
- Turkish Night at Cave Restaurant with Dinner and Unlimited Drinks: $63
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with Dinner in a Cave: $64
- Turkish Nights in Cappadocia Dinner & Cultural Show in a Cave: $65
- Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with Dinner and Unlimited Drinks: $72
- Turkish Night Show With Dinner in a Cave Restaurant: $74
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Olympos
For Olympos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Suluada Island Sunset Boat Trip with Dinner from Kemer: $43
- Olympos, Cirali, Chimera Night Tour with Dinner at Ulupinar: $52
- Traditional Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Couple in Kemer: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cappadocia $63Olympos $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$0.61
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Hot Air Balloon Ride for Two$12
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Horseback Riding for Two$2.34
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Cappadocia Driving Tour$2.49
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Goreme Museum Entrance Fee$0.31
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Whirling Dervishes Show$2.04
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Turkish Bath$1.42
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Hot air ballooning$8.24
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Goreme open air museum$0.41
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Bellydancing Show$2.65
Tours and Activities in Cappadocia
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Cappadocia.
- 1 Day Cappadocia Tour: $97
- 2 Days Cappadocia Tour from Nevsehir or Kayseri Airports: $228
- 2 Days Small Group Cappadocia North and South Tour: $137
- 2 Days in Private Tour & Spiritual Dervish Ceremony: $210
- 2 Hours ATV Tour in Cappadocia: $40
- 2 Hours Cappadocia Camel Ride Experience: $100
- 2 Hours Horseback Riding Tour Through the Valleys of Cappadocia: $52
- 2 Hours Sunset ATV Adventure in Cappadocia: $32
- 2-Day Cappadocia Highlights Tour (Red & Green Tours Included): $183
- 2-Day Tour in Cappadocia with Pick Up: $140
- 2-Hour Cappadocia Quad Bike Tour: $52
- 2-Hours Cappadocia Jeep Safari Tour from Goreme with Pick Up: $115
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: $80
- 2-Day Cappadocia Adventure from Kemer with Hotel Stay: $95
- 2-Day Guided Cappadocia Tour with Cave Hotel Option From Kemer: $60
- Canyoning and Rafting Adventure: $52
- Dolusu Park Ticket: $52
- Full Day Rafting Experience From Kemer: $20
- Full Day Tour in Kekova, Myra & St Nicholas from Kemer: $143
- Full-day Boat Tour from Kemer with Lunch and Foam Party: $52
- Green Canyon Boat Tour Scenic Cruise with Lunch Included: $63
- Green Canyon Boat and Green Lake Tour with Lunch and Soft Drinks: $55
- Kemer Bay Blue Cruise from Kemer: $60
- Kemer Pirate Boat Tour with Lunch & Free Soft Drinks: $27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCappadocia $12Olympos $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Cappadocia
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cappadocia:
- Signature Local Wine Tasting in Cappadocia: $12
- Local Wine Tasting Experience: $69
- Wine Tasting in Cappadocia Turkey - Introduction of local wines: $72
- Cappadocia Tour with Wine Tasting and Clay Shaping: $90
- Cappadocia Vineyard Experience and Wine Tasting: $93
- Cappadocia Private Wine Tasting Tour: $159
- 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 Olympos, we can see that Cappadocia 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 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 Olympos.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cappadocia Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
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