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

Should you visit Fethiye or Caltagirone?

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

Should I visit Fethiye or Caltagirone? 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 Caltagirone?

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.

Caltagirone

Located in Central Sicily in the province of Catania, Caltagirone is a town that is most famous for its ceramics as well as its long ceramic decorated staircase. The town is just 70 kilometers southwest of the city of Catania. The ceramic industry is notable for its pottery, more specifically its maiolica and terra-cotta wares. While there is a historical base for this industry, today the production is more focused on artistic items such as ceramics and sculptures. In addition to ceramics, the town's economy is dependent upon agriculture including the production of grapes, olives and peaches.

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Which place is cheaper, Caltagirone 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 Caltagirone is $102. 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 Caltagirone in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Fethiye $48
    Caltagirone $63
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Fethiye $96
    Caltagirone $126
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Caltagirone

Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Caltagirone? 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 Caltagirone


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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 Caltagirone Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Fethiye $34
    Caltagirone $9.18
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 Caltagirone

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Caltagirone:

  • Private Transfer from Catania (CTA) Airport to Noto: $299
  • Private Transfer from Noto to Catania (CTA) Airport: $299
  • Private Transfer from Catania (CTA) Airport to La Via Lattea: $298
  • Transfer Tour from Taormina to Palermo with a stop in Cefalù: $290
  • Private Transfer from Santo Stefano di Camastra to Palermo (PMO) Airport: $284
  • Private Transfer from Palermo (PMO) Airport to Birgi Airport: $282
  • Private Transfer from Palermo (PMO) Airport to Erice: $273
  • Private Transfer from Palermo (PMO) Airport to Castelbuono: $248
  • Private Transfer from Palermo (PMO) Airport to Sciacca: $248
  • Private Transfer from Sciacca to Palermo (PMO) Airport: $248
  • Private Transfer from Ortigia to Catania (CTA) Airport: $236
  • Private Transfer from Catania (CTA) Airport to Ortigia: $236

Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Caltagirone?

Prices for flights to both Caltagirone 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
    Caltagirone $33
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 Caltagirone

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

  • Palermo Street Food Tour including Market and City Centre: $21
  • Palermo Street Food tour: art, history and ancient markets: $49
  • Walking Tour and street food Tour Palermo: $49
  • Gastronomic Street Food Tour of Catania: $53
  • Catania Patisserie Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $60
  • Classic Palermo Street Food Tour: $60
  • Dinner in the Madonie Mountains : $65
  • Catania Street Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $67
  • Palermo Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $69
  • Vegan Street Food Tour: $71
  • Street Food Tour in Ortigia Syracuse: $75
  • Italian Bread and Pizza Making Experience in Palermo: $76

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Fethiye $38
    Caltagirone $6.12
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 Caltagirone

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

  • Boat Tour in Syracuse with Aperitif 1 hour and a half: $55
  • Daily Boat Tour to the Egadi Islands: $76
  • Guided tour of Villa Romana del Casale with skip the line: $43
  • Taormina Sunset Tour with Aperitif on Roof-Top Terrace: $153
  • 1 hour Calessino Tour in Syracuse: $131
  • 2 Hour Private Tour to Agrigento Valley of the Temples: $206
  • 2 Hour Walking Tour in Ortigia: $22
  • 2 Hours Guided Group Tour in Catania: $37
  • 2 Hours and a Half Private Guided Tour of Catania: $27
  • 2-hour private tour of Ortigia by bike: $115
  • 3 Hours Guided Tour of the Archaeological Park of Neàpolis and Ortigia: $136
  • 3 hours in Syracuse Boat Tour and Tuk tuk Tourist Tour: $120

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Fethiye $17
    Caltagirone $14

Sample the Local Flavors in Caltagirone

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Caltagirone:

  • Organic wine tasting at our historic cantina: $33
  • Etna DOC & Organic Wine tasting and tour of the 1815 historic winery: $35
  • Di Giovanna Winery Tour & 3 Wine Tasting: $37
  • Marsala wine tasting in historic winery: $38
  • Wine Tasting in a group with other travelers: $41
  • Wine Tasting Experience Etna Nord: $41
  • Wine Tasting in Panoramic Winery on Mount Etna: $41
  • From Marzamemi: 2-Hour Authentic Wine Tasting in Val di Noto: $48
  • Natural wine tasting in Palermo: $49
  • Wine tasting of the Mazara del Vallo nature reserve: $49
  • Wine tasting on the southern slope of Etna: $51
  • Di Giovanna Winery Tour & 5 Wine Tasting: $52


When comparing the travel costs between Fethiye and Caltagirone, we can see that Fethiye 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 Fethiye Expensive? and Is Caltagirone Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Caltagirone?

Fethiye has a larger population, and is about 62% larger than the population of Caltagirone. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Caltagirone, 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 Caltagirone?

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 Caltagirone in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Caltagirone. Also, most visitors come to Caltagirone for the family-friendly experiences during these months.

In July, Fethiye is generally around the same temperature as Caltagirone. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 28°C (82°F), and Caltagirone fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Caltagirone. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In the summer, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Caltagirone. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Caltagirone receives 325 hours of full sun.

Fethiye usually gets more rain in July than Caltagirone. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Caltagirone receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Fethiye 28°C (82°F) 
    Caltagirone 26°C (79°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Caltagirone in the Autumn?

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

Fethiye is around the same temperature as Caltagirone in the autumn. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Caltagirone fluctuates around 19°C (67°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Caltagirone during autumn. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies, while Caltagirone receives 189 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Caltagirone. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Caltagirone receives 75 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Fethiye 20°C (68°F) 
    Caltagirone 19°C (67°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Caltagirone in the Winter?

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

In the winter, Fethiye is around the same temperature as Caltagirone. Typically, the winter temperatures in Fethiye in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Caltagirone averages at about 10°C (51°F).

In the winter, Fethiye often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Caltagirone. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Caltagirone receives 153 hours of full sun.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually gets more rain in January than Caltagirone. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Caltagirone receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Fethiye 10°C (50°F) 
    Caltagirone 10°C (51°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Caltagirone in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Caltagirone. Furthermore, many travelers come to Caltagirone for the natural beauty.

In April, Fethiye is generally around the same temperature as Caltagirone. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 16°C (61°F), and Caltagirone fluctuates around 15°C (58°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Caltagirone this time of the year. In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Caltagirone during spring. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Caltagirone receives 204 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Caltagirone. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Caltagirone receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Fethiye 16°C (61°F) 
    Caltagirone 15°C (58°F)

Typical Weather for Caltagirone and Fethiye

Fethiye Caltagirone
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (50°F) 114 mm (4.5 in) 10°C (51°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Feb 11°C (52°F) 107 mm (4.2 in) 11°C (52°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Mar 13°C (55°F) 77 mm (3 in) 12°C (54°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 15°C (58°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
May 20°C (68°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 19°C (65°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Jun 25°C (77°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 23°C (73°F) 6 mm (0.2 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 26°C (79°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Aug 28°C (82°F) 9 mm (0.4 in) 26°C (79°F) 14 mm (0.5 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 24°C (74°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 19°C (67°F) 75 mm (2.9 in)
Nov 15°C (59°F) 118 mm (4.6 in) 15°C (59°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Dec 12°C (54°F) 124 mm (4.9 in) 12°C (53°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)