A Travel Price Comparison for Turkey Cappadocia vs. Olympos for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

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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.

Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Cappadocia?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Cappadocia is $43, while the average daily cost in Olympos is $23. 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
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Cappadocia $17
    Olympos $10
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Cappadocia $34
    Olympos $20
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.

Hotels in Cappadocia


Hotels in Olympos


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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 Olympos Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Cappadocia $23
    Olympos $3.60

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cappadocia

Also for Cappadocia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • 2 Day Cappadocia Balloon Tour and Cave Stay with Transfers: $920
  • From Private VIP Transfer to Antalya: $732
  • Transfer from Cappadocia to Antalya by private car: $595
  • Cappadocia 3 days Package(included accommodation,tours,transfer): $433
  • From Nevsehir: Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $426
  • Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Tour With Transfer : $417
  • Hot Air Balloon Cappadocia with Transfer: $300
  • Hot Air Balloon Tour in Cappadocia Includes Transfer: $250
  • Private Transfer from Cappadocia to Antalya : $213
  • 2 Days 1 Night Cappadocia Tour (Airport Transfer, Hotel, Daily Tour And Atv): $188
  • Private Cappadocia Tour with Airport Transfers : $170
  • Kayseri Airport ASR Transfers to Hacibektas Hotels: $168

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos

Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Kumluca & Finike & Demre Resorts: $320
  • Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Çıralı & Olympos & Adrasan Resorts: $299
  • Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Beldibi & Göynük & Kemer Resorts: $240
  • Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Kiriş & Çamyuva & Tekirova Resorts: $240
  • Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Kemer Hotels: $97
  • Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Camyuva Hotels: $97
  • Private Transfer From Beldibi / Göynük / Kemer / Kiriş To Antalya Airport: $91
  • Antalya Kemer Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $81
  • Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Kiris Hotels: $81
  • Private Departure Transfer to Antalya Airport from Kemer: $81
  • Antalya Kiris Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $81
  • Antalya Camyuva Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $81

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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Cappadocia $12
    Olympos $8.90
Typical Food prices in Cappadocia

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Cappadocia:


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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 Turkish Night Show with Dinner: $52
  • Turkish Night Show With Dinner in a Cave Restaurant: $54
  • Turkish Night show with dinner and unlimited drinks.: $59
  • Turkish night show with dinner and unlimited free alcohol: $59
  • Cappadocia Traditional Turkish Night with Dinner (in Authentic Cave Restaurant): $60
  • Turkish Night at Cave Restaurant with Dinner and Drinks: $60
  • Romantic Cappadocia Sunset Dinner and Wine : $60
  • Turkish Night Show & Dinner: $63
  • Cappadocian cooking - hands-on class with pickup: $64
  • Dinner with traditional dance shows in cave restaurants: $70
  • Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with Dinner: $72

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Olympos

For Olympos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Kemer Olympos & Yanartas Sunset Jeep Tour with Dinner: $36
  • Olympos, Cirali, Chimera Night Tour with Dinner at Ulupinar : $38

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Cappadocia $12
    Olympos $7.83
Typical Entertainment prices in Cappadocia

For Cappadocia, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Underground City Entrance for Two
    $1.11
  • Hot Air Balloon Ride for Two
    $21
  • Horseback Riding for Two
    $4.25
  • Cappadocia Driving Tour
    $4.53
  • Goreme Museum Entrance Fee
    $0.56
  • Whirling Dervishes Show
    $3.70
  • Turkish Bath
    $2.59
  • Hot air ballooning
    $15
  • Goreme open air museum
    $0.74
  • Bellydancing Show
    $4.82

Tours and Activities in Cappadocia

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Cappadocia.

  • 2 Days Private Cappadocia Tour : $368
  • ATV (Quad) Tour in Cappadocia-2 Hours: $49
  • Cappadocia ATV Tour: $36
  • Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Experience in Göreme: $152
  • Cappadocia Red Tour Small Group: $87
  • Cappadocia Sunset Horseback Riding Tour 2 Hours: $70
  • Cappadocia relax tour car and driver: $130
  • Full day private cappadocia tour With professional guide: $216
  • Guided Red and Green Mix Tour with Underground City : $76
  • Highlights of Cappadocia All in One Tour: $162
  • Pamukkale Tour from Kusadasi with Hot Air Balloon Flight: $320
  • Private Day Tour Natural Beauties of Cappadocia and Underground Caves: $281

Tours and Activities in Olympos

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Olympos.

  • Day Tour to Suluada by Boat : $15
  • 2 Days Cappadocia Tour From Kemer With Cave Hotel Overnight: $60
  • 2-Day Cappadocia Cultural Tour from Kemer: $131
  • 2-in-1 Canyoning and White Water Rafting Adventure with Lunch From Kemer: $25
  • 4-Hour Kemer Horse Riding Tour for Animal Lovers: $42
  • Antalya Full-Day City Tour From Kemer With Cable Car : $40
  • Buggy Safari and Rafting Adventure from Kemer: $60
  • Canyoning + Zipline Safari Combo Adventure: $44
  • Canyoning and Rafting Tours from Kemer: $42
  • Cappadocia 3 Day Tour from Kemer: $150
  • Dolusu Waterpark Ticket: $27
  • Full Day Demre Myra Kekova Culture Tour from Kemer with Lunch: $50

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Cappadocia $8.83
    Olympos $4.71

Sample the Local Flavors in Cappadocia

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cappadocia:

  • Wine Tasting in Cappadocia Turkey: $11
  • Wine tasting in Cappadocia: $64
  • Private Sunset and Wine Tasting Experience in Cappadocia: $87
  • Full-day Cappadocia Tour with wine tasting and clay shaping : $132
  • Ancient Cappadocia's Wine Tasting - Private Tour: $170
  • 3-Hour Private Wine Tasting Tour in Cappadocia: $173
  • Private Tour: Best of Cappadocia with Wine Tasting: $281

How are these travel costs calculated?

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.

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.
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