Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Gijon?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Gijon or Olympos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Gijon or Olympos, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Gijon or Olympos?
Gijon
Gijon is a coastal city of the Asturias Principality of Spain. Known for its Roman past, museums, sculptures, and architecture, visitors have many opportunities to learn about Gijon's cultural and historic past. Given its location by the sea, the city is also skirted by a few nice beaches for a more leisurely getaway.
Olympos
Olympos was an ancient city in Lycia, situated in a river valley near the coast. Its ruins are located south of the modern town Cirali in the Kumluca district of Antalya Province, Turkey. An important Lycian city in the 2nd century BC, Olympos is more famous these days for being the beach resort of choice for backpackers. Staying in an Olympos 'tree house' at one of the dozen-or-so camps that line the path to the ruins and beach has long been the stuff of travel legend. The former hippy-trail hot-spot has been considerably renovated in past years and during summer can be pretty overcrowded. Olympos offers good value and an up-for-it party atmosphere in a lovely setting.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best Adventure Tours to Spain, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Turkey, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGijon €119Olympos €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Gijon is €119, while the average daily cost in Olympos is €89. 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 Gijon and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGijon €80Olympos €40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGijon €160Olympos €80
Compare Hotels in Gijon and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Gijon or Olympos? 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.
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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: Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Gijon €9.69Olympos €28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gijon
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gijon:
- Private Transfer from Gijon Cruise Port to Asturias Airport (OVD): $39
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Kemer Full Day Pirate Boat Trip with Lunch and Optional Transfer: $10
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip with transfer from Belek: $15
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip With Lunch & Free Hotel Transfer: $20
- Suluada Boat Tour From Antalya (Maldives of Turkey) with Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $20
- Kemer Mega Star Boat Trip With Hotel Transfer and Lunch : $20
- Kemer Suluada Boat Tour (Maldives of Turkey) With Hotel Transfer: $20
- Kemer to Antalya Ariport (AYT) - Departure Private Transfer: $22
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $22
- Kemer to Antalya Ariport (AYT) - Departure Private Transfer: $24
- Kemer Horse Riding Experience with Transfer: $39
- Kemer Jeep Safari With Free Hotel Transfer & Lunch: $40
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Gijon or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Gijon 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 dayGijon €31Olympos €28
Typical Food Prices in Gijon
Some typical examples of dining costs in Gijon are as follows:
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Lunch for 2€22
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Olympos
For Olympos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Olympos, Cirali, Chimera Night Tour with Dinner at Ulupinar : $33
- Kemer Olympos & Yanartas Sunset Jeep Tour with Dinner: $35
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Gijon €12Olympos €28
Tours and Activities in Gijon
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Gijon are as follows:
- Classic romantic walking tour in Gijon: $192
- Fascinating Memories of the Gijon Walking Tour: $208
- Full-Day Cudillero and Luarca Private Tour from Gijon: $286
- Gijón Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Experience: $8.95
- Hiking Experience in Asturias, from Gijón or Oviedo: $93
- Private Cultural Tour of Oviedo with Pickup: $297
- Private Tour of Gijon City and Villaviciosa : $287
Tours and Activities in Olympos
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Olympos.
- Spa Experience in Kemer with Pickup: $18
- Turkish Bath Experience in Kemer: $20
- Goynuk Canyon Tour with Entrance Ticket: $25
- 2-in-1 Canyoning and White Water Rafting Adventure with Lunch From Kemer: $25
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer Turkey with Two Dives and Lunch: $26
- Pirate Boat Tour on the Beautiful Bays of Kemer: $27
- Kemer Scuba Diving Experience: $27
- Kemer Scuba Diving Experience: Two Dives with Lunch : $30
- Antalya Full-Day City Tour From Kemer With Cable Car : $30
- Safari Adventure in the mountains from Kemer: $32
- Full-day Boat Tour from Kemer with Lunch and Foam Party: $33
- Demre Myra Tour with Kekova Sunken City Boat Trip From Kemer: $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGijon €14Olympos €17
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Gijon and Olympos, we can see that Gijon is more expensive. And not only is Olympos much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Olympos would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Olympos 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 Gijon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Gijon than you might in Olympos.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Gijon Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Gijon or Olympos?
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 Gijon or Olympos in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Gijon as well as Olympos.
In the summer, Gijon is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the summer temperatures in Gijon in July average around 19°C (65°F), and Olympos averages at about 27°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Olympos. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Gijon this time of the year. In the summer, Gijon often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Gijon gets 203 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun.
Gijon usually gets more rain in July than Olympos. Gijon gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGijon 19°C (65°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Gijon or Olympos in the Autumn?
Both Olympos and Gijon are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In October, Gijon is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Gijon average around 16°C (60°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
It's quite sunny in Olympos. Gijon usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during autumn. Gijon gets 138 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Gijon usually receives more rain than Olympos. Gijon gets 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGijon 16°C (60°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Gijon or Olympos in the Winter?
Both Olympos and Gijon during the winter are popular places to visit.
Gijon is cooler than Olympos in the winter. The daily temperature in Gijon averages around 10°C (49°F) in January, and Olympos fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In the winter, Gijon often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Gijon gets 95 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Gijon. Gijon usually gets more rain in January than Olympos. Gijon gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGijon 10°C (49°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Gijon or Olympos in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Gijon and Olympos.
In the spring, Gijon is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the spring temperatures in Gijon in April average around 11°C (53°F), and Olympos averages at about 16°C (61°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Olympos this time of the year. Gijon usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during spring. Gijon gets 143 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Gijon usually receives more rain than Olympos. Gijon gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGijon 11°C (53°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Gijon
| Gijon | Olympos | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (53°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 14°C (56°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (65°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (66°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (60°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.