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

Should you visit Fethiye or Nassau?

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

Should I visit Fethiye or Nassau? 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 Nassau?

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.

Nassau

There are few vacation destinations more famous than the Bahamian city of Nassau. This capital city is full of laid back locals, relaxed tourists and the iconic pastel pink government houses.

As the largest city in the Bahamas, Nassau can hold plenty of people. Not only are there hundreds of tourists on any given day, the city is also home to 260,000 people – that is 80 percent of the Bahamas' total population.

Founded around 1650, Nassau's location made it a great spot on the trade route. So great, in fact, that it also became a popular destination for pirates – including the infamous Blackbeard.

Pack light because it's going to be pretty steamy in Nassau. The climate is essentially identical to southern Florida. It is warm and humid all year with the occasional cold snap in the winter.

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Which place is cheaper, Nassau or Fethiye?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $93, while the average daily cost in Nassau is $227. 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 Nassau in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Fethiye $33
    Nassau $108
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Fethiye $66
    Nassau $216
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Nassau

Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Nassau? 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 Nassau


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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 Nassau Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Fethiye $23
    Nassau $32
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye

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


  • Local Bus
    $0.18

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye

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

  • Fethiye Jeep Safari With Free Hotel Transfer and Lunch: $30
  • Fethiye : 12 Islands (Relax ) Boat Trip With Lunch and Transfer: $35
  • Private Transfer: Fethiye Hotels to and from Dalaman Airport: $35
  • Quad Bike Off-Road Adventure With Hotel Transfers: $41
  • Dalaman Airport - Marmaris - Fethiye Meet Transfer: $45
  • Fethiye Horse Riding Adventure with Hotel Transfer: $45
  • Fethiye Quad Safari Adventure Tour with Hotel Transfers: $46
  • 12 Islands Boat Tour with Lunch and Transfer Option: $47
  • 12 Islands Boat Tour with Lunch and Hotel Transfer: $50
  • Fethiye Oludeniz 6 Islands Boat Trip Include Hotel Transfer: $50
  • Dalaman Airport - Marmaris- Fethiye-Datca-Bodrum Meet Transfer: $52
  • From Ferry Transfer to Rhodes: $53

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nassau

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


  • Water Taxi
    $7.99
  • Taxi to Cable Beach
    $25
  • Taxi from Airport
    $30

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nassau

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nassau:

  • Nassau Roundtrip Airport Transfer to Paradise Island: $360
  • Nassau Roundtrip Transfer by Limousine to Paradise Island: $335
  • Round Trip Airport to/from Hotel Private Transfers: $301
  • Round-Trip Private Transfer: $300
  • Luxury Airport Transfer in Nassau – VIP Mercedes Sprinter Service: $250
  • Private SUV One way Airport Transfer/Grocery & Liquor stop included: $200
  • Airport Transfer: $190
  • Custom Family and Small Group Transfers for Comfortable Journeys: $185
  • Private Roundtrip Minivan Airport Transfer: $179
  • One-Way Private Airport to Hotel Transfer Service: $162
  • One-Way Private Transfer: $160
  • Round trip Airport Private Transfer (Nassau Limousine): $160

Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Nassau?

Prices for flights to both Nassau 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 $41
    Nassau $91
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye

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


  • Fruit
    $0.15
  • 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:

  • Fresh Garden Home Cooking with a Local Chef in Fethiye: $58
  • Turkish Cooking Class in a Village Garden: $94

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nassau

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

  • Conch Salad Cooking Lesson and Tasting in Nassau: $80
  • Nassau Sunset Dinner Cruise: $103
  • Sunset Dinner Cruise: $119
  • Dinner and Dancing: $130
  • All Inclusive Sunset Dinner Cruise in Nassau Bahamas: $138
  • Experience Breakfast,Lunch or Dinner in the sky of Nassau Bahamas: $176
  • NEW! Authentic Bahamian Cooking and Cocktails with Transfers: $179

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Fethiye $26
    Nassau $37
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fethiye

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


  • Paragliding
    $5.11
  • 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: $22
  • Jeep Safari Tour with Tlos, Saklikent, and Mud Bath: $23
  • Tlos, Yakapark and Countryside Highlights Jeep Tour: $30
  • Fethiye Quad Safari Adventure with Hotel Pickup: $32
  • 7-HourJeep Safari Adventure in Fethiye Turkey: $33
  • Traditional Hamam experience: $34
  • Bannana, Flyfish or Ringo Joy Ride Adventure at Ölüdeniz Beach: $40
  • Turkish Bath Experience in Fethiye/Oludeniz/Hisaronu: $41
  • Food Market and Kayakoy - Ghost Town Tour from Fethiye: $42
  • Jeep Safari Tour with Lunch and Natural Mud Bath: $42

Typical Entertainment Prices in Nassau

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Nassau are as follows:


  • Jet Ski
    $50
  • 4 Hr Kayak Tour
    $70
  • 1/2 Day Snorkel Trip
    $75

Tours and Activities in Nassau

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nassau are as follows:

  • 3 Islands Tour Swim with Pigs Turtles Snorkeling and Lunch: $175
  • 3 Islands Tour, Swim with Pigs, Turtles, Snorkelling & lunch: $175
  • 3 V's Guided Scooter or ATV Tour in Nassau: $250
  • 3-Hour ATV Tour of New Providence (Inclusive of water & local deserts): $190
  • 4-Island Tour Swimming Pigs, turtles, snorkeling , rose island,: $175
  • A Thrilling ATV Adventure Exploring Nassau Bahamas: $270
  • ATV Guided Historical Site Tours Nassau: $175
  • ATV Half Day City Tour in Guided Tour With Free Samples: $200
  • Atlantis Bridge Speed Boat Adventure: $85
  • Audio Driving Tour Around St. Simons Island: $9.99
  • Bahamas Adventure: Number 1 Scooter and Side by Side rentals: $140
  • Bahamas Adventure: Pigs, Reef, Turtles, and Beach with Lunch: $299

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Fethiye $12
    Nassau $19

Typical Alcohol Prices in Nassau

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Nassau are as follows:


  • Cocktail
    $6.49

Sample the Local Flavors in Nassau

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Nassau:

  • Bottle Your Own at John Watling's Distillery: $20
  • Mixology Experience at John Watling's Distillery: $80
  • Rum Tasting Experience at John Watling's Distillery: $80


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Nassau, we can see that Nassau is more expensive. And not only is Fethiye much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Fethiye is in Europe and Nassau is in Caribbean Islands, 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 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 Nassau would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nassau 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 Nassau Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Nassau?

Nassau has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Nassau, 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 Nassau?

Fethiye has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Nassau experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Fethiye or Nassau in the Summer?

Both Nassau and Fethiye during the summer are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nassau year-round.

Fethiye is around the same temperature as Nassau in the summer. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Nassau fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).

In Nassau, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Fethiye. In the summer, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Nassau. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 273 hours of full sun.

Nassau gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Fethiye usually gets less rain in July than Nassau. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Fethiye 28°C (82°F) 
    Nassau 28°C (82°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Nassau in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Nassau. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In the autumn, Fethiye is cooler than Nassau. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Fethiye in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Nassau averages at about 26°C (79°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nassau this time of the year. In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Nassau during autumn. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 223 hours of full sun in the autumn.

Nassau receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Nassau. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 184 mm (7.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Fethiye 20°C (68°F) 
    Nassau 26°C (79°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Nassau in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Nassau. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year.

In January, Fethiye is generally much colder than Nassau. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 10°C (50°F), and Nassau fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nassau. In the winter, Fethiye often gets less sunshine than Nassau. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 220 hours of full sun.

Fethiye receives a lot of rain in the winter. Fethiye usually gets more rain in January than Nassau. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Fethiye 10°C (50°F) 
    Nassau 21°C (70°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Nassau in the Spring?

Both Nassau and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Nassau because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

Fethiye is cooler than Nassau in the spring. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Nassau fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).

It's quite sunny in Nassau. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives less sunshine than Nassau during spring. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 276 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Nassau. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Fethiye 16°C (61°F) 
    Nassau 23°C (74°F)

Typical Weather for Nassau and Fethiye

Fethiye Nassau
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (50°F) 114 mm (4.5 in) 21°C (70°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Feb 11°C (52°F) 107 mm (4.2 in) 21°C (70°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Mar 13°C (55°F) 77 mm (3 in) 22°C (72°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 23°C (74°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
May 20°C (68°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 25°C (77°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Jun 25°C (77°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 27°C (80°F) 237 mm (9.3 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 28°C (82°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)
Aug 28°C (82°F) 9 mm (0.4 in) 28°C (82°F) 211 mm (8.3 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 27°C (81°F) 171 mm (6.7 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 26°C (79°F) 184 mm (7.2 in)
Nov 15°C (59°F) 118 mm (4.6 in) 24°C (75°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Dec 12°C (54°F) 124 mm (4.9 in) 22°C (71°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)