Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Corfu?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Corfu or Olympos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Corfu 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.
Where Should I go: Corfu or Olympos?
Corfu
Also known in modern Greek as Kerkira or Kerkyra, Corfu is the northernmost of Greece's Ionian islands, located off the nation's northwest coast in the Adriatic Sea. It has historically seen control of Venetians, French, and British powers, and today draws tourists mainly as a resort destination.
Like many beach destinations in Europe, Corfu can be expensive due to higher tourist demand and limited space on the island. But Greece is still a fairly affordable country compared to other places in Europe, so deals can be found.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Athens, The Best 10-Day Tours from Athens, 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 dayCorfu €113Olympos €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Corfu is €113, 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 Corfu and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCorfu €49Olympos €40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCorfu €98Olympos €80
Compare Hotels in Corfu and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Corfu 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: Corfu Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Corfu €55Olympos €28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Corfu
Also for Corfu, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Highlights Tour with Transfer: $321
- From Private Group Transfer to Barbati Beach: $288
- Private Transfer from Ksamil to Syvota: $254
- Corfu Airport (CFU): Private Transfer to Corfu Island hotels: $238
- Private Transfer from Syvota to Marines Cleopatra, Aktio, Ionio: $237
- Private Transfer from Parga to Lefkas: $200
- Transfer from Corfu Airport or Port to Kanoni, up to 16 customers: $134
- Transfer from Corfu Airport or Port to Kommeno, up to 16 customers: $133
- Transfer from Corfu Airport or Port to Alykes, up to 16 customers: $133
- Private Shore Excursion Visit in Corfu with Transfer Included: $131
- Corfu International Airport (CFU): One-way Hotel Transfer: $128
- Corfu Airport (CFU): Transfer to Corfu Neo Limani Cruis Port: $122
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 Corfu or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Corfu 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 dayCorfu €31Olympos €28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Corfu
For Corfu, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Traditional Albanian Lakror Cooking Class in Ksamil: $40
- Greek Cooking Class & Olive Oil Tasting: $96
- Corfood bites - Cooking classes by Christos: $98
- Cooking Class,walk in the market,olive oil tasting.Simply Greece!: $98
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.Corfu €15Olympos €28
Tours and Activities in Corfu
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Corfu.
- 1 hour Tour in Corfu Town with Dark Stories: $33
- 2023 Top-Rated Private Custom Corfu Tour: $321
- 2024 Top Rated Private Custom Corfu Tour: $164
- 6 Hour Boat Tour from Corfu to Sivota with Barbecue on Board: $60
- 8-day/7-night Corfu cruise: $726
- A Cultural tour in the Historical centrer of Corfu Old Town: $214
- ATV Quad Guided Sightseeing/ Exploring Tour@The Pink Palace Corfu: $82
- Achilleion Palace, Kanoni & Corfu Old Town Private Tour: $373
- Achillion Palace and Corfu town, Half day private tour: $164
- Albania Cruise from Corfu : $48
- All Day Cruise - Paxos and Antipaxos Islands with Blue Caves: $63
- Antiquity and the Middle Ages in a Unique Experience Tour: $120
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 dayCorfu €8.57Olympos €17
Sample the Local Flavors in Corfu
Also in Corfu, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Private Wine Tasting with Local Wine Makers in Sivota: $71
- Wine Tasting in Kassiopi Corfu: $219
- Private Corfu Wine Tasting Shore Excursion: $449
- Private Shore Excursion: Corfu's Highlights & Wine Tasting: $460
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Corfu and Olympos, we can see that Corfu 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 Corfu would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Corfu 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 Corfu Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Corfu 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 Corfu or Olympos in the Summer?
Both Olympos and Corfu are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Corfu in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Corfu is generally around the same temperature as Olympos. Daily temperatures in Corfu average around 25°C (76°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 Corfu. Corfu usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Olympos during summer. Corfu gets 358 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Corfu usually receives less rain than Olympos. Corfu gets 7 mm (0.3 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 JulyCorfu 25°C (76°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Corfu or Olympos in the Autumn?
Both Olympos and Corfu during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Corfu for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Corfu is around the same temperature as Olympos in the autumn. The daily temperature in Corfu averages around 18°C (65°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, Corfu often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Corfu gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Corfu. Corfu usually gets more rain in October than Olympos. Corfu gets 148 mm (5.8 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 OctoberCorfu 18°C (65°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Corfu or Olympos in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Corfu and Olympos. The winter months attract visitors to Corfu because of the shopping scene and the cuisine.
In the winter, Corfu is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the winter temperatures in Corfu in January average around 10°C (49°F), and Olympos averages at about 11°C (52°F).
Corfu usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during winter. Corfu gets 112 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
Corfu gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Corfu usually receives more rain than Olympos. Corfu gets 132 mm (5.2 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 JanuaryCorfu 10°C (49°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Corfu or Olympos in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Corfu as well as Olympos. The beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Corfu this time of year.
In April, Corfu is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Corfu average around 14°C (58°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, Corfu often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Corfu gets 195 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun.
Corfu usually gets more rain in April than Olympos. Corfu gets 62 mm (2.4 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 AprilCorfu 14°C (58°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Corfu
| Corfu | Olympos | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 136 mm (5.4 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 18°C (65°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (76°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (65°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 181 mm (7.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 180 mm (7.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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