Which place is cheaper, Vladivostok or Ephesus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ephesus or Vladivostok, 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.
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).
Vladivostok is a port city on Russia's Pacific coastline and the eastern terminus of the Trans-Siberian Railway. Many people visit the city as the beginning or end of their journey on the railway, but there are some attractions to the city itself worth visiting.
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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 Vladivostok is $54. 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 Vladivostok in more detail.
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Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Ephesus:
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Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ephesus.
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Ephesus from other travelers:
Also in Ephesus, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ephesus and Vladivostok, we can see that Ephesus is more expensive. And not only is Vladivostok much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Vladivostok would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vladivostok 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 Ephesus would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ephesus than you might in Vladivostok.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ephesus Expensive? and Is Vladivostok Expensive?.
Vladivostok has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Ephesus. When comparing the sizes of Ephesus and Vladivostok, 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.
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Both Vladivostok and Ephesus during the summer are popular places to visit.
In July, Ephesus is generally a little warmer than Vladivostok. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 27°C (81°F), and Vladivostok fluctuates around 19°C (67°F).
It's quite sunny in Ephesus. In the summer, Ephesus often gets more sunshine than Vladivostok. Ephesus gets 378 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vladivostok receives 122 hours of full sun.
Vladivostok gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Ephesus usually gets less rain in July than Vladivostok. Ephesus gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Vladivostok receives 136 mm (5.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Ephesus and Vladivostok.
Ephesus is much warmer than Vladivostok in the autumn. The daily temperature in Ephesus averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Vladivostok fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vladivostok this time of the year. In Ephesus, it's very sunny this time of the year. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Vladivostok during autumn. Ephesus gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Vladivostok receives 205 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Vladivostok. Ephesus gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Vladivostok receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
The winter brings many poeple to Ephesus as well as Vladivostok.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Vladivostok. In the winter, Ephesus is much warmer than Vladivostok. Typically, the winter temperatures in Ephesus in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Vladivostok averages at about -11°C (11°F).
In the winter, Ephesus often gets less sunshine than Vladivostok. Ephesus gets 131 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vladivostok receives 178 hours of full sun.
Ephesus receives a lot of rain in the winter. Ephesus usually gets more rain in January than Vladivostok. Ephesus gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Vladivostok receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Vladivostok and Ephesus are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In April, Ephesus is generally much warmer than Vladivostok. Daily temperatures in Ephesus average around 15°C (59°F), and Vladivostok fluctuates around 6°C (44°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ephesus. Ephesus usually receives more sunshine than Vladivostok during spring. Ephesus gets 231 hours of sunny skies, while Vladivostok receives 192 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Ephesus usually receives less rain than Vladivostok. Ephesus gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Vladivostok receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Ephesus | Vladivostok | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | -11°C (11°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | -9°C (17°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 136 mm (5.4 in) |
Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 21°C (71°F) | 156 mm (6.1 in) |
Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | -8°C (18°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |