Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Jaisalmer?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Jaisalmer or Olympos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Jaisalmer 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: Jaisalmer or Olympos?
Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer is located in western part of the Rajasthan state of India. The city is known as the "Golden City" for its Sonar Qila, or 'Golden Fort'. This fort is different than other forts in India in that it is a living fort, meaning that it contains many hotels, homes, and shops for locals and visitors. The city is very close to the Thar Desert, to which excursions can be made.
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 Adventure Tours to India, The Best Sightseeing Tours in India, 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 dayJaisalmer $41Olympos $76
The average daily cost (per person) in Jaisalmer is $41, while the average daily cost in Olympos is $76. 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 Jaisalmer and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJaisalmer $12Olympos $28
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJaisalmer $24Olympos $56
Compare Hotels in Jaisalmer and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Jaisalmer 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: Jaisalmer Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jaisalmer $11Olympos $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jaisalmer
Also for Jaisalmer, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Delhi: $197
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Agra: $181
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Jaipur: $117
- 2-Night Camel Safari with Meals & Transfers: $96
- Transfer From Jaisalmer To Udaipur Via Ranakpur Jain Temple: $90
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Pushkar: $85
- Jaisalmer To Bikaner Private One Way Transfer: $64
- From Bikaner : Private Transfer To Jaisalmer: $60
- Jaisalmer to Jodhpur Private Transfer with Door to Door AC Car: $58
- From Jaisalmer : Private Transfer To Bikaner: $55
- From Jaisalmer : Transfer To Jodhpur Via Osian Temple: $48
- Private Transfer From Jaisalmer To Jodhpur Via Osian Temple: $45
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
- From Antalya/Kemer: Scuba Diving Tour with Lunch & Transfer: $148
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Camyuva Hotels: $102
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Kemer Hotels: $102
- Departure Transfer from Kemer or Side to Antalya AYT Airport: $89
- Antalya Kemer Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $85
- Antalya Camyuva Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $85
- Olympos Cable Car Ride With Transfer from Kemer 2365m: $81
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Beldibi Hotels: $79
- Antalya Beldibi Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $68
- Scuba Diving Experience with Lunch & Transfer in Kemer: $59
Is it cheaper to fly into Jaisalmer or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Jaisalmer 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 dayJaisalmer $20Olympos $33
Typical Food Prices in Jaisalmer
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jaisalmer:
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Dinner$4.21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jaisalmer
For Jaisalmer, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- off beat Desert safari with sunset and dinner: $10
- Jaisalmer Food Tour: Taste the Flavors of the Golden City!: $13
- Authentic Desert Farm Visit and Cooking Class: $25
- Jodhpur Camel & Jeep Safari with Sunset, Folk Dance, Dinner: $25
- Dinner on the Dunes & Camel Safari: $25
- Jaisalmer Heritage & Cultural Walking & Street Food Tour: $25
- Camel Trails Sunset Safari with Dinner: $32
- Pleasant Sunset Safari With Dinner On Dunes (From 2:00 PM to Approx. 10:00 PM): $35
- Sunset Safari With Dinner: $37
- Cooking Class with Local Family & Rooftop Meal: $37
- Jeep Camel Ride, Musical Evening & Traditional Buffet Dinner: $37
- Blissful Half-Day Sunset Camel Safari, Musical Eve & Dinner: $38
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: $51
- Kemer Traditional Turkish Brunch Cooking with Locals: $55
- Traditional Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Couple in Kemer: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jaisalmer $11Olympos $19
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jaisalmer
For Jaisalmer, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Sam Sand Dunes for Two$3.16
Tours and Activities in Jaisalmer
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jaisalmer.
- 02 nights authentic wild camping & Luxury Camping Experience: $129
- 2 Days Sharing Group Thar Desert Safari Adventure Tour: $8.60
- 2 Days-1 Night Camel Tour: $110
- 2 Night 3 Days Non Touristic Thar Desert & Camel Safari Adventure: $49
- 2 Nights 3 Days Nomadic Thar Desert Adventure Safari Tour: $105
- 3 Days Private Jaisalmer Tour: $180
- 4-day Jaisalmer And Jodhpur Combo Tour: $210
- 5 Days Udaipur Jodhpur & Jaisalmer Tour: $266
- Adventure & Campfire Overnight Desert Safari: $32
- Adventure non touristic camel safari: $27
- All-Inclusive Jaisalmer Full or Half Day Sightseeing Tour: $48
- Amazing Overnight experience under the stars in Thar Desert: $59
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: $80
- 2-Day Guided Cappadocia Tour with Cave Hotel Option From Kemer: $60
- Antalya All-Inclusive City Tour from Kemer:Boat Trip & Waterfalls: $38
- Antalya FullDay Suluada Island Boat Tour: $28
- Canyoning and Rafting Adventure: $51
- From Antalya: Perge Ancient City & Temple of Apollo Tour: $45
- Full Day Rafting Experience From Kemer: $20
- Full-day Boat Tour from Kemer with Lunch and Foam Party: $51
- Green Canyon Boat Tour Scenic Cruise with Lunch Included: $62
- Green Canyon Boat and Green Lake Tour with Lunch and Soft Drinks: $54
- Kemer Bay Blue Cruise from Kemer: $59
- Kemer Jeep Safari Tour with Lunch at Riverside: $40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJaisalmer $8.13Olympos $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jaisalmer and Olympos, we can see that Olympos is more expensive. And not only is Jaisalmer much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jaisalmer is in Asia and Olympos is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Jaisalmer would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jaisalmer 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 Olympos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Olympos than you might in Jaisalmer.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jaisalmer Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
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.