Which place is cheaper, Ait Ben Haddou or Fethiye?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Fethiye or Ait Ben Haddou?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Fethiye or Ait Ben Haddou? 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: Fethiye or Ait Ben Haddou?
Fethiye
Fethiye is a tourist town in Lycia on the Mediterranean coast. It has a beautiful marina and plenty of activities during the day or night. Fethiye's size, location, and easy access to transportation make it a great central starting point to explore the area. It's also a popular place to pick up the "Blue Cruise," a popular boat tour along the Mediterranean coast.
Ait Ben Haddou
Think of a time when you've seen Jerusalem in a movie. Chances are what you're really looking at is the traditional, mud brick city of Ait Ben Haddou, Morocco. This city on the edge of the High Atlas Mountains has been an UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987, and has also been seen in movies like Lawrence of Arabia, Orson Welles' Sodom and Gomorrah, Jesus of Nazareth, the French version of Cleopatra, Bertolucci's Sheltering Sky, Scorsese's Kundun, Gillies MacKannon's Hideous Kinky, Ridley Scott's Gladiator, Oliver Stone's Alexander the Great, and in some scenes from Game of Thrones.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.
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Fethiye Prices
Turkey PricesAit Ben Haddou Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFethiye $88Ait Ben Haddou $89
The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $88, while the average daily cost in Ait Ben Haddou 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 Fethiye and Ait Ben Haddou in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFethiye $31Ait Ben Haddou $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFethiye $62Ait Ben Haddou $52
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Ait Ben Haddou
Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Ait Ben Haddou? 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: Fethiye Hotel Prices and Ait Ben Haddou Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fethiye $22Ait Ben Haddou $30
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:
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Local Bus$0.17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye
Also for Fethiye, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Fethiye Hotels: $240
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Olympos Hotels: $120
- Antalya Calis Beach Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $251
- Antalya Olympos Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $120
- Babadag Cable Car Ticket With Fethiye Transfer: $90
- Calis Beach Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $79
- Dalaman Airport - Marmaris - Fethiye Meet Transfer: $48
- Dalaman Airport - Marmaris- Fethiye-Datca-Bodrum Meet Transfer: $51
- Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Calis Beach Hotels: $74
- Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Fethiye City Center Hotels: $74
- Dalaman Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer from/to Fethiye: $43
- Dalyan Day Tour from Fethiye with Lunch & Transfers: $56
Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Ait Ben Haddou?
Prices for flights to both Ait Ben Haddou and Fethiye 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 dayFethiye $39Ait Ben Haddou $41
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fethiye:
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Fruit$0.14
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Soda$0.06
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fethiye
For Fethiye, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Fethiye Sunset Cruise with Dinner, Swimming Break, and Entertainment: $42
- ölüdeniz: Sunset Boat Tour with Swimming and Dinner: $58
- Fresh Garden Home Cooking with a Local Chef in Fethiye: $72
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fethiye $25Ait Ben Haddou $29
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fethiye
For Fethiye, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Paragliding$4.83
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Gorge Walk entry and photo$0.11
Tours and Activities in Fethiye
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fethiye.
- Full-Day Jeep Tour w/ Saklikent Visit & Lunch: $17
- Stand-Up Paddleboarding Adventure in Fethiye: $20
- Fethiye Jeep Safari Adventure Tour Nature and Cultural Discovery: $22
- Jeep Safari Saklıkent Gorge, Tlos, & Yakapark Tour: $24
- Off-Road Quad Bike Tour & Forest Visit: $29
- Jeep Safari Tour with Tlos, Saklikent, and Mud Bath: $29
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $30
- Saklıkent, Gizlikent Waterfall Jeep Safari Tour with Lunch included: $31
- From Jeep Safari Adventure & Nature Exploration: $31
- 7-HourJeep Safari Adventure in Fethiye Turkey: $33
- Traditional Hamam experience: $34
- Fethiye Jeep Safari Tour in Saklıkent Gorge with Lunch: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFethiye $11Ait Ben Haddou $6.26
When comparing the travel costs between Fethiye and Ait Ben Haddou, we can see that Ait Ben Haddou 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. Even though Fethiye is in Europe and Ait Ben Haddou is in Africa, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fethiye Expensive? and Is Ait Ben Haddou Expensive?.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.