Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Coimbra?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Coimbra or Olympos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Coimbra 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: Coimbra or Olympos?
Coimbra
Coimbra is located in Central Portugal in the Centro Region. It's the third largest city in the country with about 460,000 people living in the entire region. It is also where you'll find the University of Coimbra, which is one of the oldest universities in Europe and the oldest academic institution in the Portuguese speaking world. During the High Middle Ages, Coimbra served as the nation's capital and there are archaeological structures that date back to the Roman era.
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 Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Portugal, 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 dayCoimbra €103Olympos €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Coimbra is €103, 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 Coimbra and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCoimbra €44Olympos €40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCoimbra €88Olympos €80
Compare Hotels in Coimbra and 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: Coimbra Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Coimbra €11Olympos €28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Coimbra
Also for Coimbra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Viseu - Porto: $157
- Fátima Private Transfer to/from Lisbon: $147
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Two Days Tour to Cappadocia with HB Hotel & Transfer from Kemer: $192
- Suluada Boat Tour From Antalya (Maldives of Turkey) with Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $20
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $22
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $40
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Beldibi & Göynük & Kemer Resorts: $240
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Çıralı & Olympos & Adrasan Resorts: $299
- Private Transfer From Beldibi / Göynük / Kemer / Kiriş To Antalya Airport: $91
- Kemer to Antalya Ariport (AYT) - Departure Private Transfer: $24
- Kemer to Antalya Ariport (AYT) - Departure Private Transfer: $22
- Kemer Suluada Boat Tour (Maldives of Turkey) With Hotel Transfer: $20
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip with transfer from Belek: $15
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip With Lunch & Free Hotel Transfer: $20
Is it cheaper to fly into Coimbra or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Coimbra 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 dayCoimbra €48Olympos €28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Chanfana: Cooking Traditional Portuguese Cuisine Experience: $49
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.Coimbra €18Olympos €28
Tours and Activities in Coimbra
For Coimbra, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Coimbra : $199
- A tour between Cascades and Schist Villages, Piodão: $120
- An adventure through the Forest and Palace of Bussaco - Coim: $70
- An adventure through the Schist Villages of Lousã: $76
- An adventure through the Schist Villages of Lousã (with walk): $131
- Arista Tour - Penacova Windmills and Landscapes (noon): $76
- Bairrada Winery Route Experience, full-day from Coimbra: $134
- Coimbra Private Walking Tour: $254
- Coimbra Private Walking Tour with U.C. Tickets Early Access: $44
- Coimbra Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $5.45
- Coimbra Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.84
- Coimbra's Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
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 dayCoimbra €12Olympos €17
Sample the Local Flavors in Coimbra
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Coimbra:
- Wine Tasting Experience in Portugal: $27
When comparing the travel costs between Coimbra and Olympos, we can see that Coimbra is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Coimbra Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Coimbra 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 Coimbra or Olympos in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Coimbra and Olympos.
In the summer, Coimbra is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the summer temperatures in Coimbra in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Olympos averages at about 27°C (80°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Olympos this time of the year. In Coimbra, it's very sunny this time of the year. Coimbra usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during summer. Coimbra gets 308 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Coimbra usually receives more rain than Olympos. Coimbra gets 14 mm (0.6 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 JulyCoimbra 23°C (73°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Coimbra or Olympos in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Coimbra as well as Olympos.
In October, Coimbra is generally around the same temperature as Olympos. Daily temperatures in Coimbra average around 18°C (65°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Olympos. In the autumn, Coimbra often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Coimbra gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun.
Coimbra receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Coimbra usually gets more rain in October than Olympos. Coimbra gets 101 mm (4 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 OctoberCoimbra 18°C (65°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Coimbra or Olympos in the Winter?
Both Olympos and Coimbra are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Coimbra is around the same temperature as Olympos in the winter. The daily temperature in Coimbra averages around 11°C (51°F) in January, and Olympos fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Coimbra usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during winter. Coimbra gets 124 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Coimbra. In January, Coimbra usually receives more rain than Olympos. Coimbra gets 139 mm (5.5 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 JanuaryCoimbra 11°C (51°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Coimbra or Olympos in the Spring?
Both Olympos and Coimbra during the spring are popular places to visit.
In the spring, Coimbra is around the same temperature as Olympos. Typically, the spring temperatures in Coimbra in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Olympos averages at about 16°C (61°F).
In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Coimbra. In the spring, Coimbra often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Coimbra gets 217 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun.
Coimbra usually gets more rain in April than Olympos. Coimbra gets 92 mm (3.6 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 AprilCoimbra 15°C (59°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Coimbra
| Coimbra | Olympos | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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