Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Como?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Como or Olympos, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
At the foot of the jagged cliffs of the Alps lies an expanse of shimmering waters made a golden white by the sun and pockmarked by sailors. Its blue waters beckon you to come forth and dive deep into the mystic body of Lago di Como, or Lake Como. With an area of 146 square kilometers, Lake Como is the third largest lake in Italy, right after Lake Garda and Lake Maggiore. The lake was originally named by the Romans after the city of Comum, now presently called Como. Lake Como is shaped into an inverted "Y," with towns like Como, Lecco, Bellagio, Menaggio and Lierna situated around it.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Rome, The Best 10-Day Tours from Rome, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Turkey, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Como is €214, 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 Como and Olympos in more detail.
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Also for Como, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Como, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Olympos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Como, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Olympos.
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Como:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Como and Olympos, we can see that Como 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 Como would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Como 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 Como Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
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.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Como and Olympos. Many visitors come to Como in the summer for the beaches, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Como is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the summer temperatures in Como 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 Como, it's very sunny this time of the year. Como usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during summer. Como gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Como usually receives more rain than Olympos. Como gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Como as well as Olympos. Most visitors come to Como for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Como is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Como average around 15°C (58°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, Como often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Como gets 152 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun.
Como receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Como usually gets more rain in October than Olympos. Como gets 103 mm (4 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Olympos and Como are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The winter months attract visitors to Como because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Como can be very cold. Como is much colder than Olympos in the winter. The daily temperature in Como averages around 5°C (41°F) in January, and Olympos fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Como usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during winter. Como gets 119 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Como usually receives more rain than Olympos. Como gets 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Olympos and Como during the spring are popular places to visit. The beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Como this time of year.
In the spring, Como is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the spring temperatures in Como in April average around 13°C (55°F), and Olympos averages at about 16°C (61°F).
In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Como often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Como gets 176 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun.
Como usually gets more rain in April than Olympos. Como gets 76 mm (3 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Como | Olympos | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 5°C (41°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Feb | 6°C (44°F) | 60 mm (2.3 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Mar | 10°C (49°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
May | 17°C (62°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Aug | 22°C (72°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Sep | 19°C (67°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Oct | 15°C (58°F) | 103 mm (4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Nov | 9°C (49°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Dec | 6°C (42°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |