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

Should you visit Fethiye or Naples?

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

Should I visit Fethiye or Naples? 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 Naples?

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.

Naples

Naples is the most populous city in southern Italy. The city sits against the Bay of Naples, and is in close proximity to Mount Vesuvius, which is most famous for its eruption in 79 AD which destroyed the communities of Pompeii and Herculaneum.

Naples has a wonderfully sunny, Mediterranean climate, some great beaches, and beautiful architecture. The historic city center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and because city officials have established strict building codes there is almost no condo style development along the coast. This helps Naples to maintain its authentic and historic atmosphere.

Many people love Naples for its history and authenticity, while others complain that it is noisy, crowded, and dirty. You can visibly see that the poverty in Southern Italy is higher than in the northern part of the country. Traffic is also chaotic, but what some travelers consider flaws, others see as benefits. Nobody can deny that Naples is truly an authentic Italian city. It has some of the country's best food and wine, the weather is ideal, and the prices are far cheaper than the northern regions. It has a large number of attractions in the form of museums and galleries, and there are some of the world's best ruins in nearby Pompeii and Herculaneum.

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Which place is cheaper, Naples 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 Naples is $138. 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 Naples in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Fethiye $48
    Naples $70
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Fethiye $96
    Naples $140
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Naples

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Hotels in Fethiye


Hotels in Naples


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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 Naples Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Fethiye $34
    Naples $23
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

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Naples

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Naples:


  • Subway Ticket
    $1.29
  • Alibus From Airport
    $3.21
  • Short Taxi Ride
    $7.86
  • Train to Pompeii
    $3.43
  • Taxi
    $16

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Naples

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Naples:

  • Sorrento: Enjoy Pompeii and Vesuvius with private transfer: $588
  • Venice Airport : One Way Transfer to Canazei: $567
  • From Private Transfer to Positano with Pompeii Stop: $534
  • From Bari Private Transfer with WiFi: $481
  • From Private Transfer to Positano with Pompeii Stop: $428
  • From Transfer to Positano with Pompeii Guided Tour: $420
  • From Transfer to Amalfi-Ravello with Tour of Pompeii: $420
  • From One-Way Transfer to Sorrento with Pompeii Tour: $378
  • Private Transfer Naples to Amalfi coast or vice cersa: $353
  • Van Transfer from Naples Apt to Sorrento/Amalfi/Positano: $321
  • Return Transfer from Naples Cruise Port to Pompeii: $299
  • Transfer from Naples to Maiori or Maiori to Naples: $296

Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Naples?

Prices for flights to both Naples 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
    Naples $43
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye

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


  • Fruit
    $0.22
  • Soda
    $0.09

Typical Food Prices in Naples

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Naples:


  • Casual Lunch (for Two)
    $30
  • Three Course Dinner (for Two)
    $52
  • Napoli Pizza
    $7.76
  • Dinner
    $27

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Naples

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

  • Napoli: Traditional Tiramisu Cooking Class with Limoncello: $36
  • Small Group Naples Pizza Making Class with Drink Included: $46
  • Street Food Tour of Naples with Top-Rated Local Guide & Fun Facts: $46
  • Naples Street Food Tour With Local Expert: $46
  • Authentic Italian Pizza-Making Workshop with Drinks: $46
  • Authentic Pizza Class with Drinks Included in the Center of Naples: $47
  • Authentic Italian Pizza Making Class with local pizzaiolo: $53
  • Food Tour with Davide: $53
  • Virtual Cooking Class: become a Pizza PRO!: $55
  • Food Tour of Naples with Davide: $55
  • Napoli Street Food Tour in Pignasecca: $58
  • Make Neapolitan Pizza With A View Of Naples Like No Other: $59

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Fethiye $38
    Naples $32
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

Typical Entertainment Prices in Naples

Here are a few typical costs in Naples for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Museo Archeologico Nazionale Entrance
    $9.64
  • Castelnuovo Museum Entrance
    $5.36
  • Entrance to Pompeii
    $12

Tours and Activities in Naples

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

  • From Naples : Discovery Capri with Chairlift Experience : $158
  • Guided Tour to Ruins of Pompeii and Vesuvius From Naples: $141
  • Herculaneum Private Walking Tour: $164
  • Naples City Walking Tour Exploring Naples with a native guide : $87
  • Napoli Sight Eating Walk: Food and Sight Tour: $45
  • Pompeii private tour: $109
  • Positano & Sorrento Private Day Tour: $273
  • Private Tour a Pompeii e Sorrento from Napoli: $218
  • Royal Palace of Caserta Private Tour for cruise ship : $164
  • Walking Tour of Herculaneum with Local Guide: $60
  • (Ercolano) Herculaneum , Half Day Private Tour: $136
  • 2 Hours Naples Metro Tour with 24 Hour Metro Ticket included: $38

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Fethiye $17
    Naples $23

Typical Alcohol Prices in Naples

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Naples:


  • Beer
    $4.39
  • Beer
    $4.29

Sample the Local Flavors in Naples

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

  • Guided Pub Crawl in the Old Town: $16
  • Mount Vesuvius: Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting and Lunch: $51
  • Regional food and wine tasting: $53
  • Guided, FUN Wine Tasting in Napoli: $63
  • Guided, FUN Wine Tasting in Naples City Center: $64
  • Full-Day Bike Guided Tour in Napoli with Wine Tasting: $64
  • Vesuvius Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch Included: $75
  • Mount Vesuvius 4-Hour Volcano Tour with Wine Tasting: $79
  • Naples Wine Tasting Experience with a Sommelier: $86
  • Naples Wine Tasting Experience with a Sommelier: $90
  • Vesuvius Half-Day Trip with Lunch and Wine Tasting: $95
  • From Wine Tasting Tour on Vesuvius Slopes with Lunch: $97


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Naples, we can see that Naples 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 Naples would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Naples 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 Naples Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Naples?

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

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 Naples in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Naples. Also, many visitors come to Naples in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Fethiye is generally a little warmer than Naples. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 28°C (82°F), and Naples fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Naples. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In the summer, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Naples. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Naples receives 313 hours of full sun.

Fethiye usually gets less rain in July than Naples. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Naples receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Fethiye 28°C (82°F) 
    Naples 23°C (74°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Naples in the Autumn?

Both Naples and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Naples for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.

Fethiye is a little warmer than Naples in the autumn. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Naples fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

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

It rains a lot this time of the year in Naples. In October, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Naples. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Naples receives 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Fethiye 20°C (68°F) 
    Naples 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Naples in the Winter?

Both Naples and Fethiye during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Naples because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

In the winter, Fethiye is a little warmer than Naples. Typically, the winter temperatures in Fethiye in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Naples averages at about 8°C (47°F).

In the winter, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Naples. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Naples receives 115 hours of full sun.

Naples gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Naples. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Naples receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Fethiye 10°C (50°F) 
    Naples 8°C (47°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Naples in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Naples. Furthermore, the activities around the city are the main draw to Naples this time of year.

In April, Fethiye is generally a little warmer than Naples. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 16°C (61°F), and Naples fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Naples during spring. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Naples receives 189 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Naples. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Naples receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.


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

Typical Weather for Naples and Fethiye

Fethiye Naples
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (50°F) 114 mm (4.5 in) 8°C (47°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Feb 11°C (52°F) 107 mm (4.2 in) 9°C (48°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Mar 13°C (55°F) 77 mm (3 in) 11°C (51°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 13°C (55°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
May 20°C (68°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 17°C (63°F) 52 mm (2.1 in)
Jun 25°C (77°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 21°C (69°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 23°C (74°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Aug 28°C (82°F) 9 mm (0.4 in) 24°C (74°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 21°C (70°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 17°C (63°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Nov 15°C (59°F) 118 mm (4.6 in) 12°C (54°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)
Dec 12°C (54°F) 124 mm (4.9 in) 9°C (49°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)