A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Ephesus vs. Costa Teguise for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Ephesus or Costa Teguise?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Costa Teguise, 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: Ephesus or Costa Teguise?

Ephesus

The ancient city of Ephesus was famed for the Temple of Artemis (completed around 550 BC). It is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The temple was destroyed in 401 AD and rebuilt by Emperor Constantine I along with new public baths. The town was again partially destroyed by an earthquake in 614 AD. The city's importance as a commercial center declined as the harbor was slowly silted up by the Cayster River (Kucuk Menderes).

Costa Teguise

Located on the eastern coast of Lanzarote, Costa Teguise is one of the most attractive tourist areas on the island. As is with most of the Canary Islands, beaches and watersports like windsurfing and scuba diving are especially popular. The island also has a golf course and a water park.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Turkey, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Turkey, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Spain.


Which place is cheaper, Costa Teguise or Ephesus?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Ephesus is $143, while the average daily cost in Costa Teguise is $165. 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 Ephesus and Costa Teguise in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Ephesus $70
    Costa Teguise $90
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Ephesus $140
    Costa Teguise $180
Compare Hotels in Ephesus and Costa Teguise

Looking for a hotel in Ephesus or Costa Teguise? 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 Ephesus


Hotels in Costa Teguise


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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: Ephesus Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Ephesus $51
    Costa Teguise $45

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ephesus

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

  • Private Airport Transfer In Ephesus: $205
  • Private Transfer From Kusadasi to Pamukkale: $196
  • Private Transfers From Kusadasi: $173
  • Kusadasi Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $169
  • Akbuk Hotels to Izmir Airport ADB Transfers: $164
  • Milas Bodrum Airport (BJV) Transfer to OR from Kusadasi: $140
  • Kusadasi to Pamukkale Hotels Private Transfer: $136
  • Private Transfers İzmir City or Adnan Menderes Airport to/from Kusadasi Town: $131
  • Private Transfers İzmir City Adnan Menderes Apt to/from Selçuk, Ephesus, Şirince: $131
  • VIP Transfer Kusadasi From/To Bodrum Airport: $128
  • Private Transfer | KUSADASI - IZMIR Airport: $120
  • Didim (Altinkum) Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $115

Is it cheaper to fly into Ephesus or Costa Teguise?

Prices for flights to both Costa Teguise and Ephesus 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
    Ephesus $33
    Costa Teguise $44
Typical Food Prices in Ephesus

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


  • Sandwiches
    $0.15
  • Dessert
    $0.17
  • Lunch at Beach (for 2)
    $0.59
  • Snacks
    $0.25

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ephesus

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

  • Cooking Class in Kusadasi Ephesus: $110
  • Ephesus Tour with Cooking Class in the Village: $149
  • Taste of Traditional Turkish Cuisine | Small Group Kusadasi Food Tour: $211
  • Cooking Class in Ephesus Selcuk Town: $228

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Ephesus $59
    Costa Teguise $32

Tours and Activities in Ephesus

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

  • Ephesus Half Day Small Group Tour: $40
  • Ephesus Shared Tour from Kuşadası Port: $130
  • Ephesus Tour With Small Group From Kusadasi: $76
  • Ephesus Tour from Kusadası Port: $44
  • Ephesus small groups Tour For Cruisers (skip the line): $100
  • Ephesus tours Sirince Village from Kusadasi Port with lunch: $63
  • Ephesus tours and Virgin Mary's House Temple Artemis tours : $67
  • Private Tour Ephesus for Cruise Guests : $250
  • Private Tour to Ephesus, Virgin Mary, and Artemis Temple From Cruise Ship/Hotel: $120
  • Small Group Pamukkale Day Tour from Selcuk or Kusadası : $93
  • "Ephesus Tours" Port Kusadasi lunch guide bus shopping Caravanserai artemis : $58
  • "No Better Way to Explore History - Affordable Ephesus Tour": $30

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Ephesus $15
    Costa Teguise $9.95
Typical Alcohol Prices in Ephesus

Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Ephesus from other travelers:


  • Beer
    $0.12

Sample the Local Flavors in Ephesus

Also in Ephesus, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Skip-the-line Ephesus & Wine Tasting Tour From Kusadasi Port: $53
  • Ephesus port tours and Wine Tasting Tours : $70
  • Ephesus&Sirince Village with Wine Tasting Shore Ex: $100
  • Ephesus and Sirince with Wine tasting Private Half Day Shore Excursion: $100
  • Ancient Ephesus tour with Wine Tasting in the village and visit to Mother's Mary House: $130
  • Private Ephesus Tour with Wine Tasting: $134
  • Virgin Mary Bread and Wine Tour included Lunch: $300


When comparing the travel costs between Ephesus and Costa Teguise, we can see that Costa Teguise 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 Ephesus Expensive? and Is Costa Teguise Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Ephesus or Costa Teguise?

Ephesus has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Costa Teguise. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Costa Teguise, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.


When is the best time to visit Ephesus or Costa Teguise?

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 Ephesus or Costa Teguise in the Summer?

Both Costa Teguise and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.

In the summer, Ephesus is a little warmer than Costa Teguise. Typically, the summer temperatures in Ephesus in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Costa Teguise averages at about 23°C (73°F).

It's quite sunny in Costa Teguise. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Costa Teguise during summer. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies, while Costa Teguise receives 282 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Costa Teguise. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 8 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Ephesus 27°C (81°F) 
    Costa Teguise 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Ephesus or Costa Teguise in the Autumn?

Both Costa Teguise and Ephesus during the autumn are popular places to visit.

In October, Ephesus is generally cooler than Costa Teguise. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 19°C (66°F), and Costa Teguise fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).

In Costa Teguise, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the autumn, Ephesus often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Costa Teguise. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa Teguise receives 224 hours of full sun.

Ephesus usually gets more rain in October than Costa Teguise. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Ephesus 19°C (66°F) 
    Costa Teguise 22°C (72°F)

Should I visit Ephesus or Costa Teguise in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Costa Teguise.

Ephesus is much colder than Costa Teguise in the winter. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Costa Teguise fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Costa Teguise this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives less sunshine than Costa Teguise during winter. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies, while Costa Teguise receives 204 hours of full sun in the winter.

Ephesus gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Ephesus usually receives more rain than Costa Teguise. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Ephesus 10°C (50°F) 
    Costa Teguise 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Ephesus or Costa Teguise in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Costa Teguise.

In the spring, Ephesus is cooler than Costa Teguise. Typically, the spring temperatures in Ephesus in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Costa Teguise averages at about 19°C (66°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Costa Teguise. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ephesus this time of the year. In the spring, Ephesus often gets less sunshine than Costa Teguise. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa Teguise receives 250 hours of full sun.

Ephesus usually gets more rain in April than Costa Teguise. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Ephesus 15°C (59°F) 
    Costa Teguise 19°C (66°F)

Typical Weather for Costa Teguise and Ephesus

Ephesus Costa Teguise
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (50°F) 149 mm (5.9 in) 17°C (63°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Feb 10°C (50°F) 103 mm (4.1 in) 17°C (63°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Mar 12°C (53°F) 86 mm (3.4 in) 18°C (64°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Apr 15°C (59°F) 32 mm (1.3 in) 19°C (66°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
May 19°C (67°F) 16 mm (0.6 in) 20°C (68°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Jun 24°C (75°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 22°C (72°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Jul 27°C (81°F) 1 mm (0 in) 23°C (73°F) 8 mm (0.3 in)
Aug 27°C (81°F) 1 mm (0 in) 25°C (77°F) 1 mm (0 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Oct 19°C (66°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 22°C (72°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Nov 14°C (58°F) 110 mm (4.3 in) 20°C (68°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Dec 12°C (53°F) 164 mm (6.5 in) 18°C (64°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)