A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Fethiye vs. Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Fethiye or Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar?

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

Should I visit Fethiye or Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar? 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 Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar?

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.

Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar

Located in northeast Romania, Cluj-Napoca is the capital of the Transylvania region and one of the nation's most-visited cities. Many visitors come to experience the modern Transylvanian university culture, admire historic churches and other landmarks, see fortress ruins, and visit museums.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Adventure Tours to Romania, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Romania.


Which place is cheaper, Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar 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 Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar is $84. 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 Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Fethiye $48
    Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $50
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Fethiye $96
    Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $100
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar

Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar? 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 Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar


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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 Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Fethiye $34
    Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $14
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 Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar:

  • Private Transfer Cluj Napoca Airport: $27

Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar?

Prices for flights to both Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar 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
    Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $25
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye

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


  • Fruit
    $0.22
  • Soda
    $0.09

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Fethiye $38
    Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $7.87
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 Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar

Here are a few actual costs in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • CLUJ ADVENTURE TOUR ! ZIP LINE and HIKE: $98
  • Cluj - private walking city tour: $65
  • Cluj : Private Walking Tour with Guide ( Private Tour ): $33
  • Cluj-Napoca Walking City Tour: $58
  • Cluj-Napoca: 2.5-Hour Guided Walking Tour: $26
  • Curly Tour - Day trip from Cluj :): $87
  • Local Tour of Cluj by Electric Bike: $49
  • Night Tour in Hoia Baciu Forest: $93
  • Private Climbing OR Hiking Experience in Cheile Turzii: $78
  • Private Full Day Green Tour: $120
  • Private city tour in Cluj-Napoca: $48
  • Snowshoeing Fun Tour from Cluj Napoca: $98

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Fethiye $17
    Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $6.73

Sample the Local Flavors in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar:

  • Pub Crawl in Cluj: $22


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar, we can see that Fethiye is more expensive. And not only is Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar 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 Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar.

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


Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar?

Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar, 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.