Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Karlovy Vary?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Karlovy Vary or Olympos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Karlovy Vary and Olympos can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Karlovy Vary or Olympos?
Karlovy Vary
Founded in 1370, Karlovy Vary translates to "Charles' Bath" for its founder Charles IV, King of Bohemia and Holy Roman Emperor, as well as its famous hot springs. It is located in Bohemia in the western Czech Republic and is also known as Karlsbad (German) or Carlsbad (English). Another highlight is the International Film Festival in July with draws celebrities and other film enthusiasts worldwide.
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 Czech Republic, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Czech Republic, 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 dayKarlovy Vary $81Olympos $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Karlovy Vary is $81, 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 Karlovy Vary and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKarlovy Vary $39Olympos $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKarlovy Vary $78Olympos $86
Compare Hotels in Karlovy Vary and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Karlovy Vary 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: Karlovy Vary Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Karlovy Vary $26Olympos $30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Karlovy Vary
Also for Karlovy Vary, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Karlovy Vary to Prague: Private daytrip with 2h for sightseeing: $128
- Private Transfer from Karlovy Vary to Prague, English-speaking driver: $120
- Private Transfer Karlovy Vary to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport : $66
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 Karlovy Vary or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Karlovy Vary 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 dayKarlovy Vary $26Olympos $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
- Kemer Olympos & Yanartas Sunset Jeep Tour with Dinner: $35
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Karlovy Vary $12Olympos $29
Tours and Activities in Karlovy Vary
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Karlovy Vary.
- A day in the life of Karlovy Vary - Private tour with a local: $224
- Full-Day Private Karlovy Vary Tour from Prague: $298
- Karlovy Vary & Marianske Lazne Tour from Prague with Lunch: $112
- Karlovy Vary Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $209
- Hot Springs Tasting Tour: $35
- Hot Springs Tasting Tour: $32
- Private Walking Tour: $227
- LOCATION: Karlovy Vary City Tour: $255
- Prague: Karlovy Vary Tour with Lunch and Moser Museum Visit: $77
- Private Tour to Karlovy Vary: $353
- Private tour of best of Karlovy Vary - Sightseeing, Food & Culture with a local: $168
- Touristic highlights of Karlovy Vary on a Private half day tour with a local: $168
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 dayKarlovy Vary $6.54Olympos $18
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Karlovy Vary and Olympos, we can see that Olympos is more expensive. And not only is Karlovy Vary much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Karlovy Vary would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Karlovy Vary 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 Karlovy Vary.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Karlovy Vary Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Karlovy Vary 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 Karlovy Vary or Olympos in the Summer?
Both Olympos and Karlovy Vary are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
Karlovy Vary is cooler than Olympos in the summer. The daily temperature in Karlovy Vary averages around 20°C (68°F) in July, and Olympos fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
It's quite sunny in Olympos. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Karlovy Vary. Karlovy Vary usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during summer. Karlovy Vary gets 217 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Karlovy Vary usually receives more rain than Olympos. Karlovy Vary gets 61 mm (2.4 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 JulyKarlovy Vary 20°C (68°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Karlovy Vary or Olympos in the Autumn?
Both Olympos and Karlovy Vary during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In the autumn, Karlovy Vary is much colder than Olympos. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Karlovy Vary in October average around 11°C (51°F), and Olympos averages at about 20°C (68°F).
In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Karlovy Vary often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Karlovy Vary gets 127 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun.
Karlovy Vary usually gets more rain in October than Olympos. Karlovy Vary gets 48 mm (1.9 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 OctoberKarlovy Vary 11°C (51°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Karlovy Vary or Olympos in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Karlovy Vary and Olympos.
It's quite cold in Karlovy Vary in the winter. In January, Karlovy Vary is generally much colder than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Karlovy Vary average around 1°C (33°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Karlovy Vary usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during winter. Karlovy Vary gets 58 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Karlovy Vary usually receives more rain than Olympos. Karlovy Vary gets 38 mm (1.5 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 JanuaryKarlovy Vary 1°C (33°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Karlovy Vary or Olympos in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Karlovy Vary as well as Olympos.
Karlovy Vary is much colder than Olympos in the spring. The daily temperature in Karlovy Vary averages around 10°C (50°F) in April, and Olympos fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Olympos. In the spring, Karlovy Vary often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Karlovy Vary gets 151 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun.
Karlovy Vary usually gets more rain in April than Olympos. Karlovy Vary gets 53 mm (2.1 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 AprilKarlovy Vary 10°C (50°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Karlovy Vary
| Karlovy Vary | Olympos | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (33°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 2°C (36°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (50°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 15°C (58°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (65°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 20°C (68°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (67°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (35°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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