Which place is cheaper, Amritsar 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 Amritsar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Fethiye or Amritsar? 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 Amritsar?
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.
Amritsar
Amritsar is a holy city of the Sikh religion, named "holy pool of nectar" for the pool around the base of the Golden Temple complex. This complex is the city's main attraction, bringing pilgrims from all over to bathe in the waters of the sacred pool and visit the sacred temple.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in India, and The Best Photography Tours in India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFethiye $94Amritsar $59
The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $94, while the average daily cost in Amritsar is $59. 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 Amritsar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFethiye $34Amritsar $20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFethiye $68Amritsar $40
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Amritsar
Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Amritsar? 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 Amritsar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fethiye $24Amritsar $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:
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Local Bus$0.18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye
Also for Fethiye, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Antalya Olympos Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $123
- Babadag Cable Car Ticket With Fethiye Transfer: $79
- Calis Beach Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $82
- Dalaman Airport - Marmaris- Fethiye-Datca-Bodrum Meet Transfer: $52
- Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Calis Beach Hotels: $76
- Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Fethiye City Center Hotels: $76
- Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels: $87
- Dalaman Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer from/to Fethiye: $82
- Dalyan Day Tour from Fethiye with Lunch & Transfers: $57
- Fethiye 12 Islands Boat Tour with Lunch and Transfers: $59
- Fethiye : 12 Islands (Relax ) Boat Trip With Lunch and Transfer: $35
- Fethiye Butterfly Valley Boat tour with Lunch and Transfer: $54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amritsar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Amritsar:
- Amritsar to Dharamshala Tour (One Way Transfer): $79
- Half Day city tour with Lunch & transfers: $60
- Private Transfer from Amritsar to Amritsar Raja Sansi (ATQ) Airport: $38
Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Amritsar?
Prices for flights to both Amritsar 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 $42Amritsar $29
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fethiye:
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Fruit$0.15
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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:
- Turkish Cooking Class in a Village Garden: $94
- Authentic Turkish Home Cooking Class in Fethiye with Mel: $134
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amritsar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Amritsar.
- Agra: Guided Street Food Tour w/ Private Transportation: $20
- Amritsar Food Tour: $29
- Lunch/Dinner and Cooking Class with a Local Family (3-4 hours): $38
- Sadda Pind With Lunch Or Dinner From Amritsar: $164
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fethiye $27Amritsar $13
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$5.17
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Gorge Walk entry and photo$0.12
Tours and Activities in Fethiye
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fethiye.
- Stand-Up Paddleboarding Adventure in Fethiye: $20
- Full-Day Jeep Tour w/ Saklikent Visit & Lunch: $21
- Fethiye Jeep Safari Adventure Tour Nature and Cultural Discovery: $21
- Jeep Safari Tour to Saklikent, Tloss and Yakapark from Fethiye: $22
- Jeep Safari Tour with Tlos, Saklikent, and Mud Bath: $23
- Tlos, Yakapark and Countryside Highlights Jeep Tour: $30
- Traditional Hamam experience: $34
- Turkish Bath Experience in Fethiye/Oludeniz/Hisaronu: $40
- Food Market and Kayakoy - Ghost Town Tour from Fethiye: $42
- Jeep Safari Tour with Lunch and Natural Mud Bath: $42
- Fethiye Quad Bike Safari Adventure: $44
- Butterfly Valley Boat Trip & 6 Bays Cruise from Fethiye, Ölüdeniz: $45
Tours and Activities in Amritsar
Here are a few actual costs in Amritsar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Days Tour! City Tour , Village Tour, Food n Heritage Walk Tour: $109
- A Day Trip of Amritsar Golden City from Delhi with Flight Tickets: $60
- Agra : Taj Mahal & Mausoleum Tour With Skip-the-Line Entry: $6.76
- Agra: Agra Fort and Baby Taj Private Tour with Pickup & Drop: $15
- Amritsar - Half day City tour (In & Around Golden Temple): $37
- Amritsar 1 Day Guided Tour-Golden Temple, Jalliawala Bagh, Wagah: $48
- Amritsar 1 Day Sightseeing with Wagah Border: $32
- Amritsar 1 Day Tour: Golden Temple, Jalianwala Bagh, Wagah Border: $49
- Amritsar City Tour: $204
- Amritsar City Tour ( EXCLUDING WAGAH BORDER): $48
- Amritsar City Tour ( Including Wagah Border Ceremony): $54
- Amritsar City Tour (Golden Temple, Wagah Border): $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFethiye $12Amritsar $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Amritsar, we can see that Fethiye is more expensive. And not only is Amritsar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Fethiye is in Europe and Amritsar is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Amritsar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Amritsar 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 Fethiye would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fethiye than you might in Amritsar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fethiye Expensive? and Is Amritsar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Amritsar?
Amritsar has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Amritsar, 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 Fethiye or Amritsar?
Fethiye has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Amritsar experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Fethiye or Amritsar in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Amritsar. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amritsar throughout the year.
It's very hot in Amritsar this time of the year. In July, Fethiye is generally cooler than Amritsar. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 28°C (82°F), and Amritsar fluctuates around 33°C (91°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amritsar. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In the summer, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Amritsar. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Amritsar receives 215 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Amritsar. Fethiye usually gets less rain in July than Amritsar. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Amritsar receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFethiye 28°C (82°F)Amritsar 33°C (91°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Amritsar in the Autumn?
Both Amritsar and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Amritsar because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Fethiye is cooler than Amritsar in the autumn. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Amritsar fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It's quite sunny in Amritsar. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Amritsar during autumn. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies, while Amritsar receives 252 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Amritsar. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Amritsar receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFethiye 20°C (68°F)Amritsar 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Amritsar in the Winter?
Both Amritsar and Fethiye during the winter are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amritsar year-round.
In the winter, Fethiye is cooler than Amritsar. Typically, the winter temperatures in Fethiye in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Amritsar averages at about 14°C (58°F).
In the winter, Fethiye often gets less sunshine than Amritsar. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Amritsar receives 181 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually gets more rain in January than Amritsar. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Amritsar receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFethiye 10°C (50°F)Amritsar 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Amritsar in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Amritsar. Amritsar attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Fethiye is generally much colder than Amritsar. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 16°C (61°F), and Amritsar fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Amritsar this time of the year. In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. Fethiye usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Amritsar during spring. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Amritsar receives 265 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Amritsar. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Amritsar receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFethiye 16°C (61°F)Amritsar 28°C (83°F)
Typical Weather for Amritsar and Fethiye
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 33°C (91°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 35°C (96°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 33°C (91°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 32°C (90°F) | 178 mm (7 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) |
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