Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Chartres?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Chartres or Olympos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Chartres 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: Chartres or Olympos?
Chartres
Chartres is a city in north-central France southwest of Paris. It is famed for its massive Cathedrale Notre-Dame. The well-preserved Gothic cathedral, completed in 1220, features 2 towering spires, Romanesque sculptures and elaborate rose windows. The cathedral is unique in that it has two very different steeples – one Gothic, the other Romanesque. Follow them to check out the cathedral's dazzling blue stained-glass windows and its collection of relics, including the Sainte Voile (Holy Veil) said to have been worn by the Virgin Mary when she gave birth to Jesus, which have lured pilgrims since the Middle Ages. The nearby Centre International du Vitrail has workshops and exhibits on stained-glass art. Chartres also had a carefully preserved old city, which is adjacent to the cathedral with staircases and steep streets lined with half-timbered medieval houses leading downhill to the narrow western channel of the Eure River, romantically spanned by footbridges.
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 Vineyard & Wine Tours in France, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in France, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Turkey, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayChartres €117Olympos €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Chartres is €117, while the average daily cost in Olympos 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 Chartres and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personChartres €59Olympos €40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomChartres €118Olympos €80
Compare Hotels in Chartres and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Chartres 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: Chartres Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Chartres €26Olympos €28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Çıralı & Olympos & Adrasan Resorts: $299
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Beldibi & Göynük & Kemer Resorts: $240
- Two Days Tour to Cappadocia with HB Hotel & Transfer from Kemer: $192
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Camyuva Hotels: $98
- Private Transfer From Beldibi / Göynük / Kemer / Kiriş To Antalya Airport: $91
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Kiris Hotels: $82
- Antalya Camyuva Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $82
- Antalya Kiris Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $82
- Antalya Beldibi Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $65
- Kemer Horse Safari Experience With Free Hotel Transfer: $50
- Kemer Pirate Boat Tour with BBQ Lunch & Roundtrip Transfer: $47
- Kemer Jeep Safari With Free Hotel Transfer & Lunch: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Chartres or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Chartres 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 dayChartres €39Olympos €28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Olympos
For Olympos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Olympos, Cirali, Chimera Night Tour with Dinner at Ulupinar : $33
- Kemer Olympos & Yanartas Sunset Jeep Tour with Dinner: $35
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Chartres €22Olympos €28
Tours and Activities in Chartres
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Chartres.
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.41
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: $66
- 2-in-1 Canyoning and White Water Rafting Adventure with Lunch From Kemer: $25
- 9 Hours Rafting, Buggy Safari and Zipline Adventure from Kemer: $38
- Antalya Full-Day City Tour From Kemer With Cable Car : $30
- Buggy Safari and Rafting Adventure from Kemer: $38
- Demre Myra Tour with Kekova Sunken City Boat Trip From Kemer: $36
- Full-day Boat Tour from Kemer with Lunch and Foam Party: $33
- Goynuk Canyon Tour with Entrance Ticket: $25
- Green Canyon Boat Tour with Lunch and Drinks from Kemer: $63
- Kemer 3 in 1 Tour Rafting Quad Safari and Zipline Experience: $40
- Kemer ATV Mountain Biking Tour: $54
- Kemer Bay Blue Cruise from Kemer: $53
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayChartres €12Olympos €17
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Chartres and Olympos, we can see that Chartres 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 Chartres would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Chartres 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 Chartres Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Chartres or Olympos?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Chartres or Olympos in the Summer?
Both Olympos and Chartres are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Chartres because of the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Chartres is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Chartres average around 20°C (68°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
It's quite sunny in Olympos. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Chartres. Chartres usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during summer. Chartres gets 239 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Chartres usually receives more rain than Olympos. Chartres gets 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyChartres 20°C (68°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Chartres or Olympos in the Autumn?
Both Olympos and Chartres during the autumn are popular places to visit. The small town atmosphere are the main draw to Chartres this time of year.
Chartres is much colder than Olympos in the autumn. The daily temperature in Chartres averages around 13°C (56°F) in October, and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Chartres often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Chartres gets 126 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun.
Chartres usually gets more rain in October than Olympos. Chartres gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberChartres 13°C (56°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Chartres or Olympos in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Chartres and Olympos. Many travelers come to Chartres for the museums and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Chartres. In the winter, Chartres is much colder than Olympos. Typically, the winter temperatures in Chartres in January average around 5°C (40°F), and Olympos averages at about 11°C (52°F).
Chartres usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during winter. Chartres gets 56 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Chartres usually receives more rain than Olympos. Chartres gets 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryChartres 5°C (40°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Chartres or Olympos in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Chartres as well as Olympos. Many visitors come to Chartres in the spring for the small town charm.
In April, Chartres is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Chartres average around 11°C (52°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Olympos. In the spring, Chartres often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Chartres gets 173 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun.
Chartres usually gets more rain in April than Olympos. Chartres gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilChartres 11°C (52°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Chartres
| Chartres | Olympos | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (40°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (42°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (47°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (52°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 15°C (59°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 20°C (68°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (67°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 17°C (63°F) | 55 mm (2.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (56°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (47°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (42°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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.