Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Gran Canaria?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Gran Canaria or Olympos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Gran Canaria or Olympos? 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: Gran Canaria or Olympos?
Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria is one of Spain's Canary Islands, located just off the coast of northwestern Africa. It is the third largest of the islands, and is known for its variety of volcanic beaches. This island is sometimes called a "Miniature Continent" due to the different climates and variety of landscapes found, which allow for a range of activities like hiking, biking, surfing, and scuba diving.
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 dayGran Canaria €125Olympos €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Gran Canaria is €125, 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 Gran Canaria and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGran Canaria €63Olympos €40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGran Canaria €126Olympos €80
Compare Hotels in Gran Canaria and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Gran Canaria 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.Gran Canaria €46Olympos €28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gran Canaria
Also for Gran Canaria, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Playa del Inglés: Guided Jet Ski Tour & Hotel Transfers: $160
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Maspalomas to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $98
- Private Transfer from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $98
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Tejeda to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $98
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Las Palmas airport (LPA) to Maspalomas: $98
- Playa Del Ingles: Discover Scuba Diving - Free Transfers: $91
- Private Transfer from Las Palmas airport (LPA) to San Bartolomé de Tirajana: $89
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Fataga to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $79
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Mogán to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $77
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Las Palmas airport (LPA) to Mogán: $77
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Puerto de Mogán to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $76
- Gran Canaria Private Transfer from Tauro to Las Palmas (LPA) airport: $72
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Çıralı & Olympos & Adrasan Resorts: $299
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Beldibi & Göynük & Kemer Resorts: $240
- Two Days Tour to Cappadocia with HB Hotel & Transfer from Kemer: $192
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Camyuva Hotels: $98
- Private Transfer From Beldibi / Göynük / Kemer / Kiriş To Antalya Airport: $91
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Kiris Hotels: $82
- Antalya Camyuva Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $82
- Antalya Kiris Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $82
- Antalya Beldibi Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $65
- Kemer Horse Safari Experience With Free Hotel Transfer: $50
- Kemer Pirate Boat Tour with BBQ Lunch & Roundtrip Transfer: $47
- Kemer Jeep Safari With Free Hotel Transfer & Lunch: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Gran Canaria or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Gran Canaria 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 dayGran Canaria €34Olympos €28
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.Gran Canaria €20Olympos €28
Tours and Activities in Gran Canaria
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Gran Canaria.
- Firgas, Tejeda, Guayadeque - VIP Tour Gran Canaria: $52
- Guided Tour With Electric Moped: $71
- Tour in a real VW 70's Buggy in Gran Canaria 4 People. : $153
- 1 Day Vespa | Gran Canaria by Vespa GPS Guided Tour: $82
- 2-Hour Afternoon Snorkeling Experience in Gran Canaria by Boat: $49
- 2-Hours Sunset Segway experience near by Sand Dunes: $85
- 3-Hour Hiking Experience in Roque Nublo: $70
- 4 Hour Boat Tour with Snorkeling from Puerto Rico and Mogan: $82
- 40-minute Submarine Tour in Mogán: $38
- Agüimes: Cocodrilo Park Zoo Entry Ticket: $11
- Agaete: Gran Canaria Coasteering Tour with Snorkeling: $70
- Airsoft Park Ticket: $36
Tours and Activities in Olympos
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Olympos.
- 2 Hour Olympos Cable Car Tour to Tahtali Mountains from Kemer: $66
- 2-in-1 Canyoning and White Water Rafting Adventure with Lunch From Kemer: $25
- 9 Hours Rafting, Buggy Safari and Zipline Adventure from Kemer: $38
- Antalya Full-Day City Tour From Kemer With Cable Car : $30
- Buggy Safari and Rafting Adventure from Kemer: $38
- Demre Myra Tour with Kekova Sunken City Boat Trip From Kemer: $36
- Full-day Boat Tour from Kemer with Lunch and Foam Party: $33
- Goynuk Canyon Tour with Entrance Ticket: $25
- Green Canyon Boat Tour with Lunch and Drinks from Kemer: $63
- Kemer 3 in 1 Tour Rafting Quad Safari and Zipline Experience: $40
- Kemer ATV Mountain Biking Tour: $54
- Kemer Bay Blue Cruise from Kemer: $53
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGran Canaria €7.14Olympos €17
Sample the Local Flavors in Gran Canaria
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gran Canaria:
- Spanish Tapas and Wine Tasting Tour in Mogan: $52
- Spanish Cured Meats & Wine Tasting Tour in Mogan: $60
- Gran Canaria Picnic Experience & Wine Tasting: $102
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Gran Canaria and Olympos, we can see that Gran Canaria 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 Gran Canaria would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Gran Canaria 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 Gran Canaria Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Gran Canaria or Olympos?
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 Gran Canaria or Olympos in the Summer?
Both Olympos and Gran Canaria are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In the summer, Gran Canaria is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the summer temperatures in Gran Canaria in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Olympos averages at about 27°C (80°F).
It's quite sunny in Olympos. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Gran Canaria. Gran Canaria usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during summer. Gran Canaria gets 293 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Gran Canaria usually receives less rain than Olympos. Gran Canaria gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGran Canaria 23°C (73°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Gran Canaria or Olympos in the Autumn?
Both Olympos and Gran Canaria during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In October, Gran Canaria is generally a little warmer than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Gran Canaria average around 23°C (73°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Gran Canaria. In the autumn, Gran Canaria often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Gran Canaria gets 213 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun.
Gran Canaria usually gets more rain in October than Olympos. Gran Canaria gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGran Canaria 23°C (73°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Gran Canaria or Olympos in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Gran Canaria and Olympos.
Gran Canaria is much warmer than Olympos in the winter. The daily temperature in Gran Canaria averages around 18°C (64°F) in January, and Olympos fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Gran Canaria usually receives more sunshine than Olympos during winter. Gran Canaria gets 187 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Gran Canaria usually receives more rain than Olympos. Gran Canaria gets 25 mm (1 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGran Canaria 18°C (64°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Gran Canaria or Olympos in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Gran Canaria as well as Olympos.
In the spring, Gran Canaria is a little warmer than Olympos. Typically, the spring temperatures in Gran Canaria in April average around 19°C (66°F), and Olympos averages at about 16°C (61°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Olympos. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Gran Canaria this time of the year. In the spring, Gran Canaria often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Gran Canaria gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun.
Gran Canaria usually gets less rain in April than Olympos. Gran Canaria gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGran Canaria 19°C (66°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Gran Canaria
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 18°C (64°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 19°C (66°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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