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

Should you visit Fethiye or Reims?

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

Should I visit Fethiye or Reims? 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 Reims?

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.

Reims

Reims lies 129 km (80 mi) east-northeast of Paris. It was founded by the Gauls and became a major city during the Roman Empire. Reims played a prominent ceremonial role in French monarchical history as the traditional site of the crowning of the kings of France. The city's economy is based largely on wine production, for which the Champagne region is famous, and a visit to Reims often includes a popular tasting of the most famous French wines at the 'Maison de Champagne'. Reims has many attractive pedestrian boulevards, Roman remains, art-deco cafes and a flourishing fine-dining scene that counts among it four Michelin-starred restaurants. Of course Reims also has all the shops and other facilities that you would expect in a major city.

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Which place is cheaper, Reims 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 Reims is $140. 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 Reims in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Fethiye $48
    Reims $71
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Fethiye $96
    Reims $142
Compare Hotels in Fethiye and Reims

Looking for a hotel in Fethiye or Reims? 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 Reims


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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 Reims Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Fethiye $34
    Reims $42
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 Reims

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Reims:

  • From Transfer and Drive Through the Champagne Region: $856
  • Private Transfer From Reims To Paris, 2 Hour Stop in Epernay: $227

Is it cheaper to fly into Fethiye or Reims?

Prices for flights to both Reims 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
    Reims $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

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Fethiye $38
    Reims $20
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 Reims

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

  • Full Day Champagne Pommery Small Group Tour: $251
  • Private Tour of a Wine Estate and Oeno-olfactory Workshop: $104
  • A unique sensory experience in the vineyards: $104
  • Bubble Champagne Tour from Epernay (Small group half day tour): $169
  • Champagne Cellar tour and tasting: $43
  • Champagne Cellars & Vineyards tour from Reims full day: $229
  • Champagne Guy De Chassey : Premium Tour and Tasting: $38
  • Champagne Guy De Chassey: Traditional Tour & Tasting: $27
  • Champagne Lamiable: Traditional Tour & Tasting: $33
  • Champagne Lover Tour&Amazing Experience&With champagne sabering: $207
  • Champagne Small-Group Tour with Tastings and Lunch from Epernay: $229
  • Champagne: E-Bike Champagne Day Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $182

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Fethiye $17
    Reims $24


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


Which is Bigger, Fethiye or Reims?

Reims has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Fethiye. When comparing the sizes of Fethiye and Reims, 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 Reims?

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 Reims in the Summer?

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

In July, Fethiye is generally much warmer than Reims. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 28°C (82°F), and Reims fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Reims. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fethiye this time of the year. In the summer, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Reims. Fethiye gets 385 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Reims receives 235 hours of full sun.

Fethiye usually gets less rain in July than Reims. Fethiye gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Reims receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Fethiye 28°C (82°F) 
    Reims 19°C (65°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Reims in the Autumn?

Both Reims and Fethiye are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Reims for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.

Fethiye is much warmer than Reims in the autumn. The daily temperature in Fethiye averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Reims fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Reims during autumn. Fethiye gets 249 hours of sunny skies, while Reims receives 122 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Fethiye usually receives less rain than Reims. Fethiye gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Reims receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Fethiye 20°C (68°F) 
    Reims 12°C (53°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Reims in the Winter?

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

The weather in Reims can be very cold. In the winter, Fethiye is much warmer than Reims. Typically, the winter temperatures in Fethiye in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Reims averages at about 3°C (37°F).

In the winter, Fethiye often gets more sunshine than Reims. Fethiye gets 147 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Reims receives 50 hours of full sun.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Fethiye. Fethiye usually gets more rain in January than Reims. Fethiye gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Reims receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Fethiye 10°C (50°F) 
    Reims 3°C (37°F)

Should I visit Fethiye or Reims in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Fethiye and Reims. Furthermore, the natural beauty are the main draw to Reims this time of year.

In April, Fethiye is generally much warmer than Reims. Daily temperatures in Fethiye average around 16°C (61°F), and Reims fluctuates around 9°C (49°F).

In Fethiye, it's very sunny this time of the year. Fethiye usually receives more sunshine than Reims during spring. Fethiye gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Reims receives 172 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Fethiye usually receives around the same amount of rain as Reims. Fethiye gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Reims receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Fethiye 16°C (61°F) 
    Reims 9°C (49°F)

Typical Weather for Reims and Fethiye

Fethiye Reims
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (50°F) 114 mm (4.5 in) 3°C (37°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Feb 11°C (52°F) 107 mm (4.2 in) 4°C (39°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Mar 13°C (55°F) 77 mm (3 in) 7°C (44°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Apr 16°C (61°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 9°C (49°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
May 20°C (68°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 13°C (56°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Jun 25°C (77°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 17°C (62°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 19°C (65°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Aug 28°C (82°F) 9 mm (0.4 in) 18°C (65°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 16°C (60°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 12°C (53°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Nov 15°C (59°F) 118 mm (4.6 in) 7°C (44°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Dec 12°C (54°F) 124 mm (4.9 in) 4°C (39°F) 50 mm (2 in)