Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Izmir?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Izmir or Olympos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Izmir and Olympos. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Izmir or Olympos?
Izmir
Izmir is a metropolitan city of Turkey and the second most populous city on the Aegean Sea after Athens, Greece. Known as Smyrna in antiquity, it was founded by the Greeks, taken over by the Romans, and rebuilt by Alexander the Great before becoming part of the Ottoman Empire in the 15th century. Most remnants of this past are gone; however, there are a few archaeological sites in addition to beaches, bustling city streets, and colorful markets.
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 Cultural Tours in Turkey, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Turkey, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Turkey, and The Best Luxury Tours to Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIzmir $105Olympos $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Izmir is $105, while the average daily cost in Olympos is $95. 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 Izmir and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIzmir $60Olympos $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIzmir $120Olympos $86
Compare Hotels in Izmir and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Izmir 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: Izmir Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Izmir $30Olympos $30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Izmir
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Izmir:
- Private Transfer From Izmir Airport to Pamukkale : $294
- Private Transfer from Izmir Airport to Bodrum: $294
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Fethiye-Oludeniz Hotels: $228
- Izmir Airport ADB Transfers to Bozbuk Bay (Akbuk) Hotels: $212
- Izmir Airport ADB Transfers to Akbuk Hotels: $196
- Izmir Airport ADB Transfers to Yalikoy (Didim) Hotels: $190
- Private Transfer from Izmir Airport to Bergama: $185
- Izmir Airport (ADB) to Ayvalık - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $176
- Izmir International Airport (ADB): Private Transfer to Çeşme: $166
- Izmir International Airport (ADB) to Ayvalık - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $159
- Transfer from Izmir to Fethiye: $152
- Private Transfers İzmir City or Adnan Menderes Airport to/from Manisa City: $131
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Kiris Hotels: $81
- Antalya Beldibi Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $65
- Antalya Camyuva Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $81
- Antalya Kemer Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $81
- Antalya Kiris Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $81
- Kemer Full Day Pirate Boat Trip with Lunch and Optional Transfer: $10
- Kemer Horse Safari Experience With Free Hotel Transfer: $50
- Kemer Jeep Safari With Free Hotel Transfer & Lunch: $40
- Kemer Mega Star Boat Trip With Hotel Transfer and Lunch : $20
- Kemer Pirate Boat Tour with BBQ Lunch & Roundtrip Transfer: $27
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip With Lunch & Free Hotel Transfer: $20
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip with transfer from Belek: $15
Is it cheaper to fly into Izmir or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Izmir 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 dayIzmir $24Olympos $30
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
- Pamukkale tour w. Entrance, Lunch, Dinner & Transfer from Kemer: $119
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Izmir $21Olympos $29
Tours and Activities in Izmir
Here are a few actual costs in Izmir for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Small Group Ephesus Tour From Izmir Hotels: $100
- Small Group Pamukkale Tour from Izmir Hotels: $126
- 1 Day Ephesus And Pamukkale Tour From Izmir By A Local Expert: $300
- 2-Day Small-Group Tour Highlights of Ephesus from Izmir: $169
- 5 Days Seven Churches Tour Turkey: $1,063
- Alaçatı And Çeşme Private Tour: $100
- Ancient Pergamon Tour From Izmir: $282
- Aphrodisias & Laodicea & Pamukkale Tour: $212
- Best Seller Private Ephesus Tour for Cruisers : $56
- Biblical Ephesus, Mother Mary House, St John Basilica and Temple of Artemis Tour from Izmir with Private Guide: $271
- Cesme-Alacati Tour from Izmir: $174
- Customized Ephesus Private Tour / FOR CRUISE GUESTS ONLY: $150
Tours and Activities in Olympos
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Olympos.
- Goynuk Canyon Tour with Entrance Ticket: $17
- Spa Experience in Kemer with Pickup: $18
- Turkish Bath Experience in Kemer: $20
- Full Day Rafting Experience From Kemer: $20
- 2-in-1 Canyoning and White Water Rafting Adventure with Lunch From Kemer: $25
- Pirate Boat Tour on the Beautiful Bays of Kemer: $27
- Olympos Teleferik Cable Car Antalya Ticket: $29
- 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: $31
- Canyoning and Rafting Tours from Kemer: $33
- Full-day Boat Tour from Kemer with Lunch and Foam Party: $33
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIzmir $8.86Olympos $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Izmir
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Izmir:
- Wine Tasting Tour at Two Wineries in Urla Turkey: $98
- Ancient Ephesus tour with Mother's Mary House and visit to old village Sirince with wine tasting: $151
When comparing the travel costs between Izmir and Olympos, we can see that Izmir is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Izmir Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Izmir 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 Izmir or Olympos in the Summer?
Both Olympos and Izmir during the summer are popular places to visit.
Izmir is around the same temperature as Olympos in the summer. The daily temperature in Izmir averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Olympos fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Izmir. In the summer, Izmir often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Olympos. Izmir gets 378 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun.
Izmir usually gets less rain in July than Olympos. Izmir gets 2 mm (0.1 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 JulyIzmir 28°C (82°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Olympos in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Izmir and Olympos.
In the autumn, Izmir is around the same temperature as Olympos. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Izmir in October average around 19°C (67°F), and Olympos averages at about 20°C (68°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Olympos this time of the year. In Izmir, it's very sunny this time of the year. Izmir usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Olympos during autumn. Izmir gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Izmir usually receives more rain than Olympos. Izmir gets 39 mm (1.5 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 OctoberIzmir 19°C (67°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Olympos in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Izmir as well as Olympos.
In January, Izmir is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Izmir average around 9°C (48°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In the winter, Izmir often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Izmir gets 131 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun.
Izmir receives a lot of rain in the winter. Izmir usually gets more rain in January than Olympos. Izmir gets 132 mm (5.2 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 JanuaryIzmir 9°C (48°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Izmir or Olympos in the Spring?
Both Olympos and Izmir are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
Izmir is around the same temperature as Olympos in the spring. The daily temperature in Izmir averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Olympos fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
It's quite sunny in Olympos. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Izmir. Izmir usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during spring. Izmir gets 231 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Izmir usually receives more rain than Olympos. Izmir gets 45 mm (1.8 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 AprilIzmir 16°C (61°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Izmir
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 21°C (69°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (58°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (52°F) | 153 mm (6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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