Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Korcula?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Korcula or Olympos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Korcula and Olympos can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Korcula or Olympos?
Korcula
Korcula is a Croatian island in the Adriatic Sea. It lies just off the Dalmatian coast. This island is known for its dense forest and the ancient Greeks called the island Black Korcula for this reason. Korcula is one of Croatia's most treasured islands. Rich in vineyards, olive groves, and small villages, and harboring a glorious old town, the island of Korcula is the sixth-largest Adriatic island. Quiet coves and small sandy beaches dot the steep southern coast while the northern shore is flatter and with more pebbles. Tradition is alive and kicking on Korcula, with age-old religious ceremonies, folk music, and dances still being performed to the delight of an ever-growing influx of tourists.
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 2-Week Tours from Dubrovnik, The Best 2-Week Tours from Split, 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 dayKorcula $96Olympos $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Korcula is $96, 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 Korcula and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKorcula $62Olympos $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKorcula $124Olympos $86
Compare Hotels in Korcula and Olympos
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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: Korcula Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Korcula $1.50Olympos $30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Korcula
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Korcula:
- Private One Way Transfer from Orebić to Dubrovnik: $205
- Island Stupe / Moro Beach Transfer: $26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Camyuva Hotels: $98
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Kiris Hotels: $82
- Antalya Beldibi Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $65
- Antalya Camyuva Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $82
- Antalya Kiris Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $82
- Kemer Full Day Pirate Boat Trip with Lunch and Optional Transfer: $10
- Kemer Horse Riding Experience with Transfer: $39
- 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: $47
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip With Lunch & Free Hotel Transfer: $20
Is it cheaper to fly into Korcula or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Korcula 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 dayKorcula $30Olympos $30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Korcula
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Korcula.
- Private Half-Day Cooking Workshop Gastronomy in Korcula: $87
- Korcula walking tour and dinner for Food Lovers: $228
- Korčula: Island Yacht Cruise with Wine Tasting and Dinner: $321
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.Korcula $12Olympos $29
Tours and Activities in Korcula
Here are a few actual costs in Korcula for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Hour Private Walking Tour in Korcula : $75
- 3 Islands Tour - HopOnHopOff - Daily Ticket : $33
- Bits of History - Half day kayak Tour: $66
- City tour Korćula - private walking tour: $117
- Croatia Korcula Island Buggy Safari Tour: $120
- Dubrovnik Republic Tour From Korcula and Orebic: $98
- From Dubrovnik Private tour to Korčula Island: $342
- From Dubrovnik Old Town Private yacht cruise: $3,743
- Half Day Original Buggy Adventure and Safari Tour in Korcula: $109
- Half day Lago di Korcula Half-Day Sea Kayak Tour: $64
- Jeanneau Prestige 440 Fly Private Boat Tour: $1,497
- Korcula Island Mountain E Bike Tour: $186
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 dayKorcula $10Olympos $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Korcula
Also in Korcula, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting at Black Island Winery: $31
- Slurp of Grk Wine Tour: $92
- Day Tour from Dubrovnik - Korčula and Pelješac Wine Tasting: $92
- Wine Tour Korcula: $98
- Half-Day Bike Tour in Lumbarda with Wine Tasting: $105
- Korcula Buggy Safari With Wine Tasting: $107
- Korcula Bike & Wine Tour: $111
- Private Korcula wine tour and tasting : $131
- Wine tour Korčula - private tour: $146
- Enchanted Forest Hike and Wine Tasting Private Tour: $158
- Korcula Island Sightseeing Tour Including Wine Tasting: $229
When comparing the travel costs between Korcula and Olympos, we can see that Korcula 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 Korcula Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Korcula 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 Korcula or Olympos in the Summer?
Both Olympos and Korcula during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Korcula for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Korcula is generally around the same temperature as Olympos. Daily temperatures in Korcula average around 26°C (80°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Korcula. In the summer, Korcula often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Korcula gets 345 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun.
Korcula usually gets more rain in July than Olympos. Korcula gets 28 mm (1.1 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 JulyKorcula 26°C (80°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Korcula or Olympos in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Korcula and Olympos. Many visitors come to Korcula in the autumn for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Korcula is cooler than Olympos in the autumn. The daily temperature in Korcula averages around 18°C (64°F) in October, and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Olympos this time of the year. In Korcula, it's very sunny this time of the year. Korcula usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during autumn. Korcula gets 200 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Korcula usually receives more rain than Olympos. Korcula gets 79 mm (3.1 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 OctoberKorcula 18°C (64°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Korcula or Olympos in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Korcula as well as Olympos. Most visitors come to Korcula for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In the winter, Korcula is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the winter temperatures in Korcula in January average around 8°C (47°F), and Olympos averages at about 11°C (52°F).
In the winter, Korcula often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Korcula gets 128 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun.
Korcula usually gets more rain in January than Olympos. Korcula gets 83 mm (3.3 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 JanuaryKorcula 8°C (47°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Korcula or Olympos in the Spring?
Both Olympos and Korcula are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Korcula because of the beaches and the natural beauty.
In April, Korcula is generally around the same temperature as Olympos. Daily temperatures in Korcula average around 15°C (59°F), 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 Korcula. Korcula usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during spring. Korcula gets 212 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Korcula usually receives more rain than Olympos. Korcula gets 66 mm (2.6 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 AprilKorcula 15°C (59°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Korcula
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (47°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (52°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 20°C (67°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (74°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (80°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (56°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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