Which place is cheaper, Peniche or Fethiye?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Fethiye or Peniche?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Fethiye or Peniche? 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 Peniche?
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.
Peniche
Peniche is a beach destination with many attractions for travelers. First, the raging sea and the lay of the land make this a popular surfing destination. The best of many supreme beaches is Praia dos Supertubos, which has a tubular wave fit for big time international events. Peniche has also been a port since the Early Modern Age, when a fort was constructed to defend it. This monument has an absorbing history, first as a maritime defense and then a prison during the Estado Novo regime in the 20th century. The walled historic center makes for pleasant strolling, and the seaside fort where Salazar's regime detained political prisoners is a must-see for anyone interested in Portuguese history. Artisan lovers will enjoy Peniche's specialty, handmade lace, and it is even possible to see the lace-work in action. And on top of everything, Peniche also has the Berlingas Islands, a natural reserve off the coast, which are well 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 Vineyard & Wine Tours in Portugal, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFethiye $109Peniche $131
The average daily cost (per person) in Fethiye is $109, while the average daily cost in Peniche is $131. 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 Peniche in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFethiye $48Peniche $53
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFethiye $96Peniche $106
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Peniche
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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 Peniche Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fethiye $34Peniche $57
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fethiye
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Fethiye are as follows:
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Local Bus$0.26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fethiye
Also for Fethiye, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Tandem Paragliding Over The Blue Lagoon in Fethiye From Kas Inc.Transfer: $300
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Calis Beach Hotels: $289
- Fethiye Hotels to Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers: $267
- Antalya Calis Beach Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $240
- Dalaman Int Airport (DLM): Private Transfer to Fethiye: $119
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Olympos Hotels: $115
- Antalya Olympos Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $114
- Fethiye Rhodes Ferry Ticket With Free Hotel Transfer: $99
- Private Airport Transfers: From Orhaniye to Dalaman Airport: $99
- Private Airport Transfers: From Fethiye/Oludeniz to Dalaman Airport: $98
- Hisaronu (Fethiye) Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $87
- Fethiye City Center Hotels to Dalaman Airport DLM Transfers: $82
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Peniche
Also for Peniche, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Lisbon: Transfer from/to Peniche (Wave Capital): $128
Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Peniche?
Prices for flights to both Peniche 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
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Food Meals for one dayFethiye $35Peniche $44
Typical Food Prices in Fethiye
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fethiye:
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Fruit$0.22
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Soda$0.09
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fethiye $38Peniche $20
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fethiye
For Fethiye, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Paragliding$7.42
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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.
- Fethiye Dalyan Tour River Cruise and Mud Bath: $63
- Ölüdeniz: Pirate Boat Cruise with Swim Stops and Lunch: $48
- 12 Islands Boat Tour from Fethiye with Grilled Lunch: $41
- 2-Day Ephesus and Pamukkale Cultural Tour from Fethiye: $221
- 2-Day tour Ephesus and Pamukkale from Fethiye : $163
- 7-HourJeep Safari Adventure in Fethiye Turkey: $31
- Blue Lagoon Ölüdeniz Tandem Paragliding Experience from Fethiye: $218
- Dalyan Mud Baths and Turtle Beach Day Tour From Fethiye: $60
- Dalyan River Cruise by Boat with Lunch and Sea Turtles Watching: $54
- Ephesus and Pamukkale 2 Day tour from Fethiye: $191
- Fethiye Horse Riding Experience: $38
- Fethiye Jeep Safari Tour: $28
Tours and Activities in Peniche
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Peniche.
- From Lisbon: Berlenga Grande Sightseeing Tour: $134
- From 1-Hour Cabo Carvoeiro Boat Tour: $16
- From Round-Trip Boat Tour of Berlengas Archipelago: $24
- Lisbon: Private Full Day Tour to Berlengas Island: $235
- Peniche : Walking Tour: $37
- Berlenga Island and Cave Tour: $33
- Berlengas Island Caves Tour and Snorkeling: $44
- Berlengas Island Trip, Hiking and Cave Tour: $36
- Berlengas Roundtrip and Glass-Bottom Boat Cave Tour: $33
- Mountain Bike Tour: $53
- Private Jeep Tour + Tasting Offer: $53
- Private Walking Tour - Footsteps of Our People: $21
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFethiye $17Peniche $13
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fethiye and Peniche, we can see that Peniche 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 Peniche would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Peniche 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 Peniche Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Peniche?
Fethiye has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Peniche. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Peniche, 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 Peniche?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Fethiye or Peniche in the Summer?
Both Peniche and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In the summer, Fethiye is a little warmer than Peniche. Typically, the summer temperatures in Fethiye in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Peniche averages at about 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Peniche. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Peniche during summer. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies, while Peniche receives 352 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Fethiye usually receives more rain than Peniche. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Peniche receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFethiye 28°C (82°F)Peniche 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Peniche in the Autumn?
Both Peniche and Fethiye during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In October, Fethiye is generally around the same temperature as Peniche. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 20°C (68°F), and Peniche fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
In Peniche, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Fethiye. In the autumn, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Peniche. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Peniche receives 213 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets less rain in October than Peniche. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Peniche receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFethiye 20°C (68°F)Peniche 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Peniche in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Peniche.
Fethiye is cooler than Peniche in the winter. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 10°C (50°F) in January, and Peniche fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
Fethiye usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Peniche during winter. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies, while Peniche receives 144 hours of full sun in the winter.
Peniche receives a lot of rain in the winter. Fethiye gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Fethiye usually receives around the same amount of rain as Peniche. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Peniche receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFethiye 10°C (50°F)Peniche 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Fethiye or Peniche in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Fethiye as well as Peniche.
In the spring, Fethiye is around the same temperature as Peniche. Typically, the spring temperatures in Fethiye in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Peniche averages at about 16°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Peniche. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In the spring, Fethiye often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Peniche. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Peniche receives 235 hours of full sun.
Fethiye usually gets less rain in April than Peniche. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Peniche receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFethiye 16°C (61°F)Peniche 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Peniche and Fethiye
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
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