A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Fethiye vs. Bellagio for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Fethiye or Bellagio?

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

Should I visit Fethiye or Bellagio? 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 Bellagio?

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.

Bellagio

Bellagio is a small town on the coast of Lake Como. It is known for it's small, historic town center with historical Italian architecture, the beautiful coastline, good cuisine, and relaxed atmosphere.

The town itself is not cheap, as prices here tend to be high for pretty much everything. That's generally because Bellagio offers to much to visitors that it draws a decent crowd of tourists.

With lovely gardens, nice restaurants of all prices ranges, and beautiful scenes everywhere you look, this town is worth a visit.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Italy, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Rome.


Which place is cheaper, Bellagio or Fethiye?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $109, while the average daily cost in Bellagio is $238. 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 Bellagio in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Fethiye $48
    Bellagio $178
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Fethiye $96
    Bellagio $356
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Bellagio

Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Bellagio? 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 Fethiye


Hotels in Bellagio


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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 Bellagio Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Fethiye $34
    Bellagio $9.67
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:


  • Local Bus
    $0.26

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye

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

  • Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Calis Beach Hotels: $289
  • Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Olympos Hotels: $115
  • Antalya Calis Beach Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $240
  • Antalya Olympos Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $114
  • Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Calis Beach Hotels: $71
  • Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Fethiye City Center Hotels: $71
  • Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers to Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels: $82
  • Dalaman Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer from/to Fethiye: $75
  • Dalaman Int Airport (DLM): Private Transfer to Fethiye: $119
  • Fethiye 12 Islands Boat Trip With Free Hotel Transfer & Lunch: $38
  • Fethiye City Center Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $82
  • Fethiye Horse Riding Experience With Free Hotel Transfer Service: $40

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bellagio

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bellagio:

  • From Bellagio : Private 1-Way Transfer to Malpensa airport: $382
  • From Milan center : Private 1-Way Transfer to Bellagio: $351

Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Bellagio?

Prices for flights to both Bellagio 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Fethiye $35
    Bellagio $49
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye

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


  • Fruit
    $0.22
  • Soda
    $0.09

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bellagio

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bellagio.

  • Como Lake: cooking class Italian style in Bellagio: $191
  • Bellagio Food Tour + Villa Melzi: $209
  • Cooking Class with Lunch with the chef: $534

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Fethiye $38
    Bellagio -
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fethiye

For Fethiye, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Paragliding
    $7.42
  • Gorge Walk entry and photo
    $0.17

Tours and Activities in Fethiye

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

  • Quad Safari Adventure from Fethiye: $24
  • Full-Day Jeep Tour w/ Saklikent Visit & Lunch: $26
  • Fethiye Jeep Safari Tour: $28
  • Turkish Bath Experience in Fethiye: $28
  • Tlos, Yakapark and Countryside Highlights Jeep Tour: $29
  • 7-HourJeep Safari Adventure in Fethiye Turkey: $31
  • Turkish Bath Experience in Fethiye : $33
  • Fethiye Horse Riding Experience: $38
  • Full-Day Boat Tour in Fethiye Islands: $38
  • Private & Sharing Boat Tours from Fethiye: $38
  • Jeep Safari Tour to Tlos Ruins & Yakapark with BBQ: $40
  • Food Market and Kayakoy "Ghost Town" Tour from Fethiye: $40

Tours and Activities in Bellagio

Here are a few actual costs in Bellagio for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Bellagio Walking Tour + Lunch + Villa Balbianello: $315
  • Lake Como Sunset Boat Tour with Prosecco: $118
  • Vintage Wooden Boat Rowing Experience on Lake Como: $187
  • Exclusive Lake Como Boat Tour From Bellagio: $428
  • From Milan: Bellagio & Lake Como Small Group Tour: $127
  • From Milan: Como & Bellagio Guided Tour & Lake Como Cruise: $106
  • Lake Como: Golden Hour Guided Kayak Tour: $123
  • Lake Como: Small-Group Kayak Tour: $93
  • Lake Como: Villa Carlotta Entry Tickets with Ferries: $78
  • Lake Como: Villa Melzi Garden Entry Ticket with Ferries: $71
  • Shared Boat Tour from Bellagio: $43

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Fethiye $17
    Bellagio $20


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Bellagio, we can see that Bellagio is more expensive. And not only is Fethiye much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Fethiye would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Fethiye 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 Bellagio would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bellagio than you might in Fethiye.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fethiye Expensive? and Is Bellagio Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Bellagio?

Fethiye has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Bellagio. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Bellagio, 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 Bellagio?

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.

Should I visit Fethiye or Bellagio in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Bellagio. Additionally, most visitors come to Bellagio for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

In the summer, Fethiye is a little warmer than Bellagio. Typically, the summer temperatures in Fethiye in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Bellagio averages at about 23°C (73°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bellagio. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In the summer, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Bellagio. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bellagio receives 250 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Bellagio. Fethiye usually gets less rain in July than Bellagio. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Bellagio receives 133 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Fethiye 28°C (82°F) 
    Bellagio 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Bellagio in the Autumn?

Both Bellagio and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Bellagio because of the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.

In October, Fethiye is generally a little warmer than Bellagio. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 20°C (68°F), and Bellagio fluctuates around 15°C (58°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Bellagio during autumn. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies, while Bellagio receives 152 hours of full sun in the autumn.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Bellagio. In October, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Bellagio. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Bellagio receives 140 mm (5.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Fethiye 20°C (68°F) 
    Bellagio 15°C (58°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Bellagio in the Winter?

Both Bellagio and Fethiye during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Bellagio this time of year.

It's quite cold in Bellagio in the winter. Fethiye is much warmer than Bellagio in the winter. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Bellagio fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).

In the winter, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Bellagio. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bellagio receives 119 hours of full sun.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually gets more rain in January than Bellagio. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Bellagio receives 76 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Fethiye 10°C (50°F) 
    Bellagio 5°C (41°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Bellagio in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Bellagio. Also, many travelers come to Bellagio for the small town charm and the natural beauty.

In the spring, Fethiye is a little warmer than Bellagio. Typically, the spring temperatures in Fethiye in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Bellagio averages at about 13°C (55°F).

In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Bellagio during spring. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Bellagio receives 176 hours of full sun in the spring.

Bellagio receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Bellagio. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Bellagio receives 152 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Fethiye 16°C (61°F) 
    Bellagio 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for Bellagio and Fethiye

Fethiye Bellagio
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (50°F) 114 mm (4.5 in) 5°C (41°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Feb 11°C (52°F) 107 mm (4.2 in) 6°C (44°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Mar 13°C (55°F) 77 mm (3 in) 10°C (49°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 13°C (55°F) 152 mm (6 in)
May 20°C (68°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 17°C (62°F) 194 mm (7.6 in)
Jun 25°C (77°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 20°C (69°F) 171 mm (6.7 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 23°C (73°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)
Aug 28°C (82°F) 9 mm (0.4 in) 22°C (72°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 19°C (67°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 15°C (58°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)
Nov 15°C (59°F) 118 mm (4.6 in) 9°C (49°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Dec 12°C (54°F) 124 mm (4.9 in) 6°C (42°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)